Mangahelpers Translationshttps://mangahelpers.com/translators/rss2007-11-17T02:52:10+00:00/favicon.icoMangaHelpers Adminsadmin@mangahelpers.comhttps://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/6834[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 1 by shrimpy2007-11-17T02:52:10+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comEDIT: omake added! scroll down
Alas, it is le gran finale, but I for one have learned a lot from translating this comic and so am happy to have been a part of it.
On the bright side, this will mark the first time I've ever trans'd an entire series, so...yay.
Ya'll know the drill...
01 -That night, around the time the moon was hanging in the direct south white: Night is the time that memories begin to turn... black: Richelieu's Elite Guard - Lodging home for the 3rd Squad, 4th Division
-woah! I give, I give!!
-Roland is training his swordsmanship after a recent mission
-Hey, let's give it a rest. My shoulders are totally beat -Fine. Then go get someone else to take your place -Haa?!
-Man, what made you turn so serious these days?
02 -I must become stronger... -So that I will never again suffer the disgrace of that night...
-Marquis Satre's personal residence
-Celine has been forbidden to step outside for the past few days -She spends all of her time praying until she falls asleep
-Please, let Belle be safe -Until the day we can meet again...
03 -At the cloister of Rivière Saint Michel...
-Chloe listens to tales of Belmonde and Georges day after day from the vice-Abbot before retiring for the night
-Monsieur Andre, you really love those two, don't you?
-Mm. -I'm sure they will return safely
-And as Belmonde, master of the underground...
04-05 -He's finally confronting -The man he was destined to meet
black: For the sake of their ideals, these men will face each other right here--!!
lower left: The final Act - That night, beneath the moonlight lower right: (author) Ishioka Shouei
06 -Everything has proceeded according to plan -Up until now, that is
-hmph. That plan of yours -Is about to end in failure!
-You have no say in the matter!
07 -Medi -Right!
-Georges...I have plenty of things I'm just dying to say to you... -But I'll come back later
-I'll be your opponent
-I can open the "coffin" too. Best not underestimate me!
08 -Oi, Shuca -Swirl...huh
-It's been a while since the time we met as representatives at the seven factions' annual conference...
-There's no better place than this to let go of all that murderous intent you're bottling up -I know you want to go at it!
-Have it your way, you Lundi scum! -We'll see who's the superior line!!
-Let's settle this while we're still in charge!
09 -Well then...
-How convenient for us that everyone has cleared out
-Before I carve your "eye" out, -Want to grovel on your knees before me?
-Athos
-It's been a while -I have no idea what you're doing here,
-But it's good to see you -I thought we'd never meet again
10 -WHY!? -Why are you after the Witches' power!?
-You must have a lot to ask, but it will have to wait -I have to...
-deal with that man first!!
-hmph
11 -Woooaaah!!
12 -Hm? What's this? -Looks like I can see your memories
-And I can see yours as well -It must be because we both possess one of your "penetrating eyes" -It's not surprising, then that this is possible
-In that case, I'll treat myself to a fight while I discover your motive behind all of this!
13 -He was a noble "in name only," originally from the French countryside -Around the time d'Artagnan came to Paris, he had no one backing him
-Despite this, King Louie the 13th trusted him explicitly for one special reason -The king himself had lost his power to Cardinal Richelieu, and was a king "in name only"
-d'Artagnan had to resign from the Royal Guards due to an illness -And it was around that time that he received an unexpected summons from the king -He's probably called me to directly offer words of appreciation -This is a great honor
14 -However, the king which was supposed to be behind those doors -Was not the king he knew
-That grotesque appearance would subside once the sun rose -The king had a fascination with witchcraft. His dabbling in it led to the decay of this body and heart
15 -I beg you...within whatever little time I have left as a human -Before anyone else learns of this...I want you to... -to...
-Kill me
-Since the king's body was turning into a vile, undead form, -d'Artagnan was short on time and options -He thus set off at once, intent on obtaining the Witches' power
-"The country will be in turmoil if they believe that the criminal escaped" -Thus, d'Artagnan decided that the after fulfilling the king's request, he would admit to being the criminal -He was prepared to accept the atrocious execution that would await him as a traitor
16 -Haha! Am I supposed to cry? -You mean that's the proper end for a life of service to the king?
-Silence! -This is the life of a true noble!
17 no txt
18 -This world's heroes choose to live such strict lives, don't they? -I can say the same of you! -For someone who only knows the inside of a basement, you've chosen quite a selfish way to live!
-I've never met anyone like you!
19 -Hey, about the king... -Are you sure there's no other means then killing him?
-What do you mean?
-These past few days, I've come to appreciate -That the power of us Witches have far more possibilities than I ever imagined -Neither me nor you know of them all yet...
20 -Who knows? If you visit the other Bastions, perhaps you may find another way
-You mean there's a way to save him? -Strange...why would you say such a thing?
-When I finally came to the outside, I made a goal -I want to gather all seven "Swords of Creation" and make them mine -But looking the Samedi you hold, I realize it's going to be rather difficult to do
-If you were on my side, -I think it would be pretty easy to get the remaining 5
21 -You mean, call a truce so that we can accomplish our respective goals? -That's an interesting idea you've got there -The way you say it so easily makes me somehow want to give it a shot
-Shall I take that as a yes?
-If there actually is a means possible to save the king, -I can't simply give up without trying
22 -Yosh! Then a temporary truce it is! -Let's travel together
23 -Very well. However, I don't agree to making you the leader -You'll take orders from me
-Don't be stupid -Have you already forgotten that you owe me for the eye you took? -You obey me
-Looks like neither of us are willing to give
-Mm...Looks like there's no other choice -Exactly which one of us is stronger
-Let's find out--right here, right now!! black: After this battle ends, the two will set off, together!!
white: Thank you for reading! Please look forward to Ishioka-sensei's next work! Look for the 2nd volume of Belmonde on sale sometime in January!
-END- (and this time, REALLY the end)
Or is it? Here's volume one omake:
black box: Omake manga: "Belmonde's confessional"/Act one: Roland's story
-Hello everyone, this is roland -I would like to take this opportunity to make a couple of apologies
-I am so sorry! -In the first chapter, I lead a prisoner that had a concealed weapon -And then in the sixth chapter, before even slowing Belmonde down, I let Chloe steal my narrative role!
-Ah...a piece of trash like me isn't required in this manga anymore, am I? -It would be better for the world if I were to disappear, wouldn't it?
-What do all of you think?
-What!? No one's willing to correct me!? -Come on!! I'm not that worthless!!
2nd page -It would be best for me to be minced into feed for the livestock, just like Belmonde said!
-And after he was eaten by the pigs... (he's reading off the card. it's hard to read. the right side says the above line but the left side, not sure. best guess: ...the remains were used as fertilizer for the crops) -...Exactly what are you doing, Belmonde?
-Hm? A picture story show -Don't use my omake time to make up your own confessions!!
-Fine. Have fun -What!?
-Please forgive my incompetence!! small: next time, I'll do better!
-Good luck, Roland -See you in the next volume!
-end-
Guess I should write an outro too? hrm...
Thanks for reading my translations! Hope you enjoyed them! And many thanks to everybody who chipped in - there were so many I can't count you all. Thanks for the French tips and all the advice with the names! It was fun!
...And more than anything else, thanks for the support! It keeps me going...Cheers!https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2262[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 18 by shrimpy2007-11-13T23:07:56+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.com01 white: Surrounded by the powerful enchantment of the "Samedi!!" lower left: The 18th Act: To Shijem Serpa lower right: ishioka shouei
-In just one swing, he minced that monster to bits...!
-He used Lundi's "severing" property in that last attack...
-If you think you've won, you're sorely mistaken!! That thing was just a mish-mash of dead parts! -I can reconstruct it as many times as I want!!
02 -Then would you mind taking a break, madame?
-My "coffin"!!
03 -You were wide open -Although you can use flesh for defense and offense, -It seems your limitation is that you can't do both at the same time
-Kuh...Get away from me already, you perv! -EEEH?! -What a perv! -Perv!! -N-Noo!!!
-Well, since it's apparent that D'Artagnan is after the 6th sword, Samedi... -I wonder what he's up to now? -I have a lot to ask you...
-Ch....! -Hm? You still want to fight?
04 -Like I'll ever tell you anything!!
-Brother...I'm sorry that I served no purpose...
sfx - splish splish
-athos!!
05 -I have no clue who or what you are, but -I have no desire to see another woman die before my eyes
-Another...?
-Don't worry about my wound -This hand is useless anyway. It shakes because of the alcohol...
-You know about my eye's power, right? -There's no point in keeping quiet. Just tell us everything you know -Let's start with why you came here
-The reason I'm here is to keep Athos out of this -That was d'Artagnan's request
06 -Keeping me away...guess he really hates me
-Nah, I knew that back then too -I gave him a near-fatal wound...of course he'd stay away from me
-Haa? What did you say? -He didn't want to get you involved in this mess, that's all
-He always spoke of you highly
07 -"I know three guys who're like brothers to me -We aren't as close as we used to be, but... -They're all irreplaceable, lifelong friends"
-I was expecting something more from a national hero... -To hear him using such frivolent words, he's not what he's cracked up to be
-He still thinks of me as his friend, even after all we went through?
08 -Reflecting on everything she told us... no bubble: Don't come any closer! -Don't worry, I won't hurt you -d'Artagnan is trying to fulfill the last step to gain ownership of the Samedi...
-Out of them all, the Samedi faction is the one undergoing the most turmoil -I have absolutely no idea what their leader Griev is thinking by simply giving the sword away...I have a bad feeling about this
-Since we know where d'Artagnan is, -Our best course of action should be to retrieve your eye at once
-mhm, and I can take the Samedi while we're at it...
09 -Oh, real smooth...that would set off a war between Lundi and Samedi in no time
-Is that bad? -I'm afraid it is...
-...Oh -Well...that would be fun in its own way too... -Hey, Medi!! He's planning to do something stupid again! -Yes, I can sense it too...
-Hey
-I suppose I should tell you Witches or whatever you are in advance... -I... -Nah--everyone--absolutely hates you
10 -I know I told you that I lost my wife in the past... -to be more precise, she was actually an ex-wife, and she was executed
-...during a witch hunt
-On that day, without any concern for the punishment I'd receive, I ran away from the front lines and returned to Paris -But by the time I got there it was too late
-Anne! -ANNNNE!!
-Master Athos, please keep yourself together! -If the church learns that she was your ex-wife, who knows what they'll do to you!
11 -Damnit!! I know she committed sins for which she can never be forgiven! -But...to be burned at the stake...she didn't need to be killed as a Witch!!
-At least...at least give her a proper way to go, without suffering!!
-Melody Anne Clarick...she confessed to being a witch during her trial -A confession is the strongest proof of all
-Confessed!? Lies!! After being tortured day in and day out, you'd confess too!! -A confession proves nothing!!
12 -Speaking out against us is blasphemy against God himself -Besides, what does an elite musketeer such as yourself have to do with a woman of such station?
-Kuh...!!
-After d'Artagnan returned from battle, it was he who looked after me during my depression -Athos, that's enough
-d'Artagnan...go ahead and laugh...laugh at this pitiful man -I...I'm a useless man, who couldn't save the woman he loved
-That's nothing to laugh about -If it were me, I doubt I could have done anything about it either
13 -Come, Athos, and let's hate them together -Whoever they are, it's certain they are leading people as well as our society astray
-Overcome this trial...by casting your hatred upon them!
-"let's hate them together" -Those were the words he spoke to me
-So why would that man seek their very power? -Just what is it he's trying to accomplish, for him to sink so low?
14 -I have a duty as his friend -to see this through!
-So...does this mean you're asking to come along with us? small: We're Witches, though... -Forget it! -If something happens to him, they'll immediately blame it on us Witches -Now, now...
-d'Artagnan...it is out of my concern for you -that I will dare to raise my sword against you, should the need arise
15 -Well then, let's head off to the 6th Bastion, Shijem Serpa
-All we care about is d'Artagnan and his followers -But as long as we're stepping foot on the Samedi's territory, -we must be sure to have an escape route before we can make a move
-Are we riding horseback again? small: I hate it! my derriere still hurts! -Unfortunately, we're out of time
-I thought Witches flew on brooms... -What is this, exactly?!
-"回帰の箒星" = The "Returning Comet"--It's a tool that will carry people back to their home Bastion in a time of emergency -Ordinarily, only the faction leader can possess one... -It can only mean that the witch we defeated held a high rank
-Everyone ready? We're almost there
18 no txt, sfx bubble with "suu"
19 ----d'Artagnan!! white: The man who bears the Samedi suddenly appears!!
lower right: The 18th act/end
-END-
looking at the last page seems to be a telltale sign that this comic is on it's way out, lol. Not only the sudden confrontation, but belle's lack of words and no next chapter preview...https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2259[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 17 by shrimpy2007-11-03T15:24:07+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comwhat kind of monkey does passi have?
01 -W-what is that!? -Am I so drunk I'm seeing things!?
-Monsieur Athos...take a good look at it white: A fearsome monster appears before their eyes!
-This is what your former comrade, D'Artagnan, was trying to obtain...
02 -The power of the witches! white: The threat of Samedi closes in!!
The 17th act - Samedi
02 -According to the Old testament, in the book of Genesis, -God created the various terrestrial life - animals and humans - on the 6th creative day (t/n - took a bit of liberty. In fact the 5th day was waters + marine life + flying creatures. so saying simply animals isn't right)
-It is said that the 6th Witch had power similar to this, -But as far as I know, the 6th Sword "Samedi"...
-Has the repulsive ability to control corpses
04 -Heh... -One hit from that, and we'll turn into corpses too
-Hey, Grimaud. Go take shelter in the cellar -Y-yes
-Hey shorty
-You called Samedi's power vulgar?
-Quit talking trash, kid
05 -She must be with the Samedi faction!
-"Yamibashiri - Quator" (not sure of the derivation, but lit. darkness - run/four performers(?) the last kanji has something to do with music, but they still haven't explained his power so no clue. I'm guessing here that quator is it, since it means quartet)
-! -Some kind of long range attack! -S face up, center section left once, right face in three turns
-"Maigo - aruiyuru garudo" = "Stray - Perfect Guard" (don't think she's using any french)
06 -Hmph! Using flesh as a shield is fitting for scum like you!
-I hate you...Lundi...and all the other factions...! (small: grumble) -All of you look down on us... -Even though our strength is second to none...
-Ukee! -Ukiuki! (i'm just making these up...lol) -Thanks, Fifi. You're right, I need to stay calm.
-Hey there, former Musketeer Athos. It's a pleasure to meet someone famous あなたに会えるってんでおめかししてたらそいつらに先越されちゃった -I came all this way dressed up to meet you, but they beat me here
-I'm Passiflore. My job was to make sure those Lundi misfits wouldn't get in touch with you...
07 -But since it's come to this, I'd much rather -make all of you into dead meat!!
-"Mayoibito - Avagarudo" = Lost soul - Avant-garde!! (rough to trans the lost parts. the animal was maigo = lost child, this one is mayoibito = lost man/person. both sound awkward)
-I can't believe that Samedi would side with D'Artagnan so quickly -Could it be? They gave him the sword well before all of this?
08 -Twelve hours ago-- -In the southwest woods just two days away on horseback from Paris
-When seven mirrors concentrate moonlight onto a certain spot--
-A "door" will appear
09 -This is the gate to the 6th Bastion "Shijiemu - Serupa" = shijem serpa (??? any help appreciated)
-Did you hear? D'Artagnan is supposed to be heading here -But it's not the first time -What, you mean that national hero?? -I heard he got his hands on Lundi's "eye" for himself
10 -I never thought you'd actually pull it off (cough cough)
-You live up to your reputation after all box: elder and party leader/Guliyev Du Samedi
-I keep my promises -As agreed, I will return Samedi to you.
-Sir Guliyev! There is no reason to give it to a an ordinary human!
-I won't allow it!
-Silence! Who are you to speak to us?
11 -In trying to force your way to become a wielder of one the Seven Swords of Creation, normally ordained only by heaven, -You've fulfilled the first step by transferring an "all-seeing eye" into your body
-But instead of seeking the Lundi, you've come after our Samedi -National heroes are quite odd fellows indeed...
-Like I've told you before, I only need it to accomplish my goals. -Once I'm finished, I'll bring it back
-Shuca -What?
12 -I understand you're after the title of party leader -Don't worry, I have no intention of getting in your way
-What are you talking about!? -I only care about protecting the future of our faction!!
-Wanna go at it?
-Don't you dare touch my brother!
13 -Stand down. I have no intention of hurting anyone here
14 -The Samedi's symbol has appeared on D'Artagnan's sword!!
-GAH!!!
-The sword is testing him...
-Ungghh!! -It feels like I'm being burned from the inside out! -If the sword truly accepts you,
15 -Then I, Shuca, will comply by its decision
-If my brother agrees, then so do I
-In the book of prophecy, which only party leaders may see, the "book of Jupiter" says this: -"After the son of God walks the earth, 17 centuries will pass, and then our time will come to an end" --so in other words, all of us Witches will soon be wiped out
-Before the end comes, I want to prove to all that we, the Samedi, are the superior faction! -I truly hope that D'Artagnan's scheme will be the trigger to drag all seven factions to war!
16 -GAHH!!
-Belmonde!!
-She's good -As I'd expect from the faction that loves using forbidden arts...
-Ngh!
-How do you like that? Well, I was told not to kill Belmonde... -Guess that means I can do whatever I want to him as long as he stays alive...
17 -Hey Swirl, does this mean everyone with one of the Swords these this kind of wild powers?
はい・・・剣によって方向性は違いますが 派生した力ですらこれですからね・・・ -Yes...depending on the sword, the exact kind differs, but... -Each of our derived abilities are examples of what they're capable of (t/n - i'm really lost on these lines. any 2nd opinion appreciated.) -Even Belmonde's Lundi should have abilities he's not aware of yet...
-I see... -...fu fu fu -Supe~~rbe!!
-You two probably don't know, -But my favorite hobby happens to be collecting weapons
18 -...With one swing...he minced it?! -And he didn't even have to activate his eye!! -So this is the Lundi faction's leader...
-I don't care whether or not D'Artagnan has the Samedi -I'll just take it right off him -...and that's not all
19 -I'm going to add every one of those "Swords of Creation" to my collection! white: His blood boils with conviction!!
the 17th act/end next time: Belmonde and crew begin their counterattack against the Samedi!
-end-https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2257[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 16 by shrimpy2007-11-01T18:16:14+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comHmm almost chapter 20 and still no belmonde icon? sigh... I mean, HnC still has one and it's OVER!
edit: well...if the rumor is true, belmonde's only got a month or so left. so perhaps no need... This translation is NON-exclusive. Feel free to use it.
01 -Porthos and Aramis... -It was an honor to be called one of the Three Musketeers along with you
-...and D'Artagnan -Although it was only a short while, you were like one of us
-I regret that I didn't have a chance to atone for what I've done... white: Athos, the only lead to D'Artagnan...
02 -Farewell... white: Is about to die!!
The 16th Act - The dejected Athos
03 -"Dateiken - Entourent" (Binding Serpent Blade, and entourent is french for "surrounding")
-UNGH!!
-Are you alright?
-...Who...are...you? -Don't...get in...my way
-W-what?! -See? I told you to leave him be
04 -This rope's too short to be of any use now
-If you don't mind taking the reigns off the horses, we've got some more right here! -B-Belmonde!!!
-haa... -haa.... -There you are... -Just how many times are you going to keep doing this?!
-Please, get ahold of yourself!! -Monseigneur Athos!
-A...th...os...?!?
05 -Thank you so much for saving him -Grimaud(グリモー), stop thanking them
-I'm sure I've heard the name Athos before... -might you be one of the Three Musketeers?
-...In the flesh -I'm Athos -One of the four who are the most well-known out of all the elite imperial guard
06 -Exactly, monseigneur! Please, cheer up! -Hmph
-He's the only one who might know D'Artagnan's whereabouts -So why is one of the great Musketeers such as yourself trying to give up his life?
-You want to know? -Then, as punishment for stopping me, -you'll have to listen to a drunk fool reminiscing his past
-What should we do? (whisper) -Let's hear him out at least until we have a grasp of what's going on
-I once had a wife -She was always a pain in the ass
07 -But on the day she passed away... -I came to see just how much I loved her
-I started drinking more and more, -and as a result my hands started shaking
-Athos -I won't allow you to come on our next mission
08 -Come again? -That's no way to speak to your elders, kid
-Right, Porthos? Aramis?
-All I see is a man with a death wish
-Oh, is that what this is about? -You think I'm going to slow you guys down?
-Then I've got a suggestion -Remember our motto?
09 -All for one -And one for all?
-This time we'll ignore it. The next time someone falls behind, just leave them there. -This way, no complaints. Am I right?
-Count me out
-We'd each have to work harder then usual
-How unreasonable...
10 -Looking back, -I should have been the one to die
-Hey! Just leave me behind! -I can't go on with these wounds! -At least you three should be able to get away safe!
-Hey, Aramis. Did Athos say something? -Dunno. Couldn't hear him
11 -What are you talking about!? Didn't we agree? -If anyone falls behind, just leave them! -Ha ha ha, I don't think so
-Athos. The four of us are one -No one would voluntarily leave behind a part of their body, right?
-Exactly -When we all get back, we'll have the biggest toast ever!
-Kuh-- -You guys...!!
12 -D'Artagnan! Get back!!
-M-my hand...!! -At a time like this--!!!
13 -Ngh!!
-D'Artagnan!!
-Damnit!! -Nooo!!!
-It was a narrow win for the National Army that night --But the wound D'Artagnan suffered was far worse than anticipated
14 -After that, it was too painful for me to be around them -I resigned from my position
-Sometime after, there were rumors that D'Artagnan had caught a terrible disease because of the wound -...and that he didn't have long to live
-What!? -It's the first I've heard of this. It may be related to why he sought after the Witches' power...
-When I heard this story, he had already quit the service -I have no clue what happened to Porthas and Aramis
15 -I wounded a close companion...forced him to fall ill... -And on top of it all, I still haven't given up the habit that's to blame for it
-A man like me... -Has no right to live anymore...
-D'Artagnan...the four of us are one, right? -Then...give your suffering to me...
16 -Would you like to see D'Artagnan?
-...of course. Heck, I'm willing to go straight to hell if he was there.
-This may be nothing but a rumor... -But I heard D'Artagnan was heading somewhere he could obtain the power of the Witches... -Ring any bells?
-The witches' power? -I don't know anything about how that's even possible, but...
-If he was truly attempting such a heathenish act -I'd do everything in my power to stop him
17 -Really... -Hey Medi, you heard the man -Looks like he's on our side
-D-don't tell me he plans on taking Athos with us!? どう転ぶか分からないんだぞ！！ -This could go either way!!
-First, let me just take a quick peek inside your mind -There might be a clue to where D'Artagnan's headed -Are you crazy?!
18 -Swirl!?
-Hey. There's no more need to interrogate him -Looks like he's already made his move
-It may look pretty strange, -But that thing's the three guys we finished off earlier -There's only one thing with the power to control the dead...
19 -The 6th Sword, "Samedi" -ki-ll -kill... -...me -That bastard D'Artagnan...he's gotten his hands on the most dangerous one!
white: The power of Lundi vs Samedi!! The battle between Witches has begun!!
-Aw~ I got all dressed up to meet Athos -But someone beat me here...
The 16th Act/end Next time: What fearsome power does "Samedi" hold?!
-end-https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2256[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 15 by shrimpy2007-10-21T17:56:36+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comIf anyone is interested, I don't believe ch 14 has been scanlated yet.
ZOMG magic rubix cubes!! This is so cool!
01 white: A perilous journey..!?
-Medi!! -What is it, Swirl? -Just how many breaks are we going to let that jerk take until we reach Paris!?
-OOH!! A real, live lizard's tail! -It really moves!! (t/n - reference to an earlier chapter)
-What's with that bird!? -It can turn its head sideways!! -HOO -HOO no bubble: It's going to come off!!
-Ngh....I can't help but stop for every little thing...
-It's not his fault. Most of what he's seeing is a first for him -Even the most commonplace things...
02 -Just like a simple sunrise black: Don't stop! There's far more to this beautiful world!
-The 15th act - Leader of the Faction
-So this is the first daybreak -Of my entire life
03 -Okay, that's enough. We've got to get moving
-I think I'll walk the rest of the way -WHA-!?
-Why not? I mean, Paris is right around the corner anyway... -We're out of the forest, so there's a lot more scenery to enjoy, right? -Kuh! What a selfish bum!
-Well, it's not that...I'm just not used to riding a horse and my derrière is killing me... -O-oh...that's why... -Kuh! What a selfish ass!
04 -I refuse to accept that fool as the leader of the Lundi faction... -Now, now...
-Hey Medi, you two keep calling me leader, but exactly what are you talking about? -I'll explain
-Within each of the seven Bastions, there is a specialized squadron for battle, called a "faction" -It's an arrangement in case conflicts break out between Bastions -We call its head the "Faction leader," and usually the one who can wield our Sword of Creation is the one given that role
-However, because there was no one who could use the Swords in our case -We had a substitute to fill in the position
05 -For the past couple of years, it's been none other than Swirl -Hmph
-...hou, you mean this kid? -SHUT IT!
-Realizing that I was filling in for a fool like you makes me want to puke -I'm about this close to taking that other eye of yours for myself
-Swirl, that's enough -I forgot to mention that I come from a family that has served the Faction Leader for generations -It is my duty to carry out your orders, Monseigneur Belmonde
06 -Really? Then can you please do something about the way that kid keeps staring at me? small: (he's saying "fool" over and over, could use any number of other insults) -Swirl, you heard him...
-There's something I'd like to ask -Yes? -Did you know about me being underground well before all this?
-No...but it would seem that the elders of our Bastion did -I have no idea why they've hid it for so long
-...I see -If that's the case, then why did they wait until now to contact me...?
07 -well what do we have here? those horses...they look exactly like the ones that went missing last week, don't they? -Yeah...they do! -That's them, without a doubt
08 -Yeah, right. Cut the crap! -They look like bandits
-Medi! How dare you give me a stolen horse! -Y-you've got it wrong! They're lying!!
-If you won't give 'em back, then we'll have to take 'em by force -Along with your belongings
-Awaiting your orders, monseigneur
-I am your attendant -I will only act upon your decisions
09 -...Very well -To be honest, I've had a hard time trusting people lately
-So let's see it -How reliable an attendant you are, that is
-Understood -Both of you, please stand back
-Huuuh...Some cross-dressing freak's getting closer! -Suo-Vzu-Ehi-Emuo-Kusu-Eri (t/n - not intended to make sense. i think it's the same chant from a couple chapters back)
10 -Come forth, O "Coffin of Reason"
-Huh? What's that?!
-Why did he take out the [Coffin]? -Since a lucky bastard like you has the power to wield the Swords, of course you wouldn't know. Us normal witches have to follow a certain procedure to use our powers
-With the L face on top, -centerpiece 3 to the right
-Rotate right side twice forward
11 許可が降りた (lit. "permission has fallen") -Preparations are complete -The reason he was rotating it like you saw was...
-to allow him to change his sword into a special state
-The Lundi's principal characteristics are to "sever" and to "reconstruct" -Obviously, we are unable to use that special sword, but our sword techniques are derived from those principles
12 -Medi's sword has already partly divided into tiny sections -After that division is complete, they automatically reconnect to create...
-I suggest you don't move -I stopped it from touching any part of you, but it's still made of countless, sharp segments
14 -If I were to pull on this hilt with all of my strength... -What do you suppose would happen?
-If all of you turn back now, I'll overlook this incident -REALLY!? -...is what I was about to offer, but I just changed my mind -WHY!??
-Your clothes...they're covered in bloodstains -They're the outcome of attacking travelers in the woods, I assume?
-Bullseye, huh? ...you're dispicable
-H-HOLD ON!! JUST A SEC!!
15 -I have no reason to wait for the likes of you!
-GUWAAAA!!
-Hey, don't use your powers in a way I can't! -It's a tad impressive, though
-W-what the heck are they?!
-Hey, stupid - your shoe's untied -Huh?
16 bubble: fuu (blow sfx) 闇走・双奏 "Yamibashiri - Doubles" (t/n - i will refrain from using english until they can explain the context better. That is from the kana - the last word is french)
-GUWAAA!
-Uh, Swirl...my shoes don't have laces (small - never noticed...)
-Ah...
17 -What did you do to them?
-Hmph...I have no intention to give away my secrets to the competition who's currently taking my rightful place
-Damnit...that little runt...!
-Wha!?
-Ngh!!
-Shit!
-GWA!!
18 -HEY!! WHAT THE HECK WAS THAT!? -What kind of leader tries to get killed for his subordinates!? small: good, just a scratch
-Then don't be caught off guard -It's not like anyone explained to me that I was supposed to be a leader in the first place
-Besides, -Even if I died, there's a perfect candidate to replace me!
-Ch...what's he up to!? I can't read him! -Don't think I owe you for this!
-Being the Faction Leader carries the heavy responsibility of deciding the Bastion's future course -I've never heard of such a carefree leader before...
19 -Come on! We're almost at Paris, where we'll find Athos
-That one... -There's no better tree to use...
-for I, Athos, -to hang himself from!
white: Their only lead is on the verge of suicide!? act 15/end next time: Why is Athos trying to give up his life!?
-END-https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2255[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 14 by shrimpy2007-10-16T13:00:44+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.com01 -I am the great kaka-sama! (t/n - the name is kaka, but it is likely a pun. It is lit a sound effect for cackling laughter, but it may also be a pun on the fact that he is a messenger (kakari is role/duty, kakaru may have connotations of taking or handling something for someone else. in the most crude case...well, just look at his hair...)) -I have a message for you from master d'Artagnan! white: Belmonde has reached the outside world! And then, he finds...!?
-But before that--! -Let's see what you're made of!
-uheheheheee-!!
02 -Gwapamie (?? any ideas!? obviously pain but...don't understand the suffix)
-You have no right to touch Monseigneur Belmonde!
-Want some more?? -Huh?
03 -Playtime's... -...over
-Hey now, he doesn't look like he's in any shape to deliver his message anymore -Ah! O-our sincerest apologies!! -...Hm? Looks like his mind is wide open
-I see...the message isn't in words, -I'm supposed to read his memories. What a clever trick...
-Medi, Swirl - put your hands on my back -That way you can see it too
-I'm not touching you! -C'mon, Swirl! Now's not the time!
-Ouvrir!
04 top left: Belmonde's first volume - on sale Friday, 11/2!! black: Within his memories...a declaration of war!!
-How do you do, Ciene Belmonde? -My name is Charles d'Artagnan
white: The 14th act - The man on a mission
05 -So this is d'Artagnan
-He's the hero of France who went missing... -There isn't a person in Paris who doesn't know his face
-The one on the right is a member of the Three Musketeers... -Portas, i believe
-I wanted to talk to you at least once, the witch-turned-inquisitor -But, I unfortunately don't have the time to drop by -So I sent a messenger
-first, I have some news to report -Your "Penetrating eye"...the one that has the ability to see straight to the truth--
06 -The transfer was a success
-I heard it was an extremely painful ordeal, -but didn't turn out as bad as the rumors say
-Monseigneur d'Artagnan is lying! He looked like he was going to die! -I was so worried!! -Hey Jeanne, that's enough...
-With this, I've also been able to meet the requirement... -You know, to wield one of the Seven Swords of Creation
07 -I knew it! He was after one of the swords!
-You have the first, Lundi. But its power is useless to me -So that's why I left it alone
-Right now we bear the name of "The Ocher Cross" -Although we may seem small, -We will carry out our mission without fail
08 -Someday we may actually meet face-to-face, but this will have to do for now
-Oh yes, Georges has something to add -Kaka, look to the right -He was an invaluable asset for our assault that night
-Salut! How's your wounds, Belluchi? -I promise you we'll eventually finish our fight
-And I will kill you...so look forward to it, okay?
-...hmph
09 -His goal was the sword after all
-But the question is which one
-A national hero goes missing, seeking the power of the witches...? -I'm really interested to know what he's after
-The Cardinal fears that whatever it may be, it will threaten the King's safety
10 -I don't care about the safety of this country or Richelieu -The man who dared to wound me in order to accomplish his ambition...
-I will stop him no matter what
-For taking my eye...he will pay a hundred fold!
11 -And we'll get that eye back
-We even got permission from Richelieu -to kill d'Artagnan if we deem necessary
-Killing the national hero? -That'd make me quite a villain -So what?
-You're a former inquisitor -And an evil witch! You're already a villain!
-Uh, Medi? Why's this kid ribbing into me? -WHO YOU CALLIN' A KID?!
-Now, now... -I'll tell you all about myself and Swirl on the road, so...
12 -Let's leave right away!
-Where are we headed?
-The capital, Paris!
-If we want to find out where d'Artagnan is hiding, we should visit the first six Bastions in order -However, for more than a century, the 7th Bastion has always been on alert whenever a conflict has broken out
13 -That means we shouldn't try to get into it unless we have proof that d'Artagnan is actually there
-So Paris has something that will serve as evidence?
-Yes. One of The Three Musketeers lives in the capital -I'm sure Athos knows something that will serve as a lead
-Hmph... -Interrogation happens to be my specialty
14 -If a man of d'Artagnan's caliber gets ahold of one of the Seven Swords, it will become a huge problem -We have no time to waste
-Agreed. -Alright then. Medi, show me how to ride a horse -HUUH?! -T-that's right...i-it's your first time... -Ch...what an ignorant bastard
-I can't believe you, leaving at this time of night...
-It's like you're trying to run away from here!
15 -I thought Richelieu forbade anyone from seeing me off? -...I just...happened to be taking a walk tonight...
-Please, tell me!! Georges... -WHY DID GEORGES DO THIS?!
16 -You got me... -Ngh...
-But I can tell you it was no coincidence that everything happened during your absence
-Are you going to...kill him? -...I have my orders
-I...I failed to understand his true feelings! -The one trapped in darkness wasn't Belmonde alone...
-I beg you! Bring Georges back!! -I have plenty of things to say to him!
17 -Alright -But I can't make any promises
-...please do
-Belle, can I wait here?
-Sure -That basement contains my treasured weapon collection -Make sure none of the kids get their grubby hands on them for me
-...Okay -I'll wait as long as it takes!
-Well then, I have to go
18 -We're off to Paris!
-I never thought the day would come for Belmonde to set off on a journey... -I beg you, please...
19 -Bring Georges back safely!!
-Georges, all set? -Yup
-Then let's go -What we're after is...
-The 6th Sword, "Samedi!!" -What power does this sword hold?!
the 14th act/end Next time: En route to the city, what does Medi have to tell?
-END-
thanks for your patience as always. I lost power mid-way and had to retype some parts :( I think it's getting interesting so look forward to next week!https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2254[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 13 by shrimpy2007-10-10T12:47:49+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comdouble-header this week! this one seems to have much more text so it may take me a bit longer. french speakers, please give me confirmation if you can on my interpretations.
01 white: At long last, he heads to the surface!
-These must be the remains of humans who perished in this cloister...
-I had assumed that I too would be joining them...
02 -But who knew the day would come that I would be standing before this door black: He heads to the "outside"...for the first time in his life!
the 13th act: The witches of seven days Ishioka Shouei
bottom - SUMMARY - Behind Georges' betrayal was a man named d'Artagnan! His aim? To obtain the witches' power and assassinate the king of France! Then, Richelieu issues an order to Belmonde (who's now lost one eye) - "The time has come for you to join the outside world"!?
03 -Three days ago--
-This event has taught us too late that you aren't the only witches' decedent
-Yes...just like the man behind Georges' squad -and those two, assuming from the way they made it through the wall
-My name's Medi. [メディ (medei)] -A-and he's Swirl. [スワール (suwaaru)] (t/n - any other suggestions with the names?) -(go on, introduce yourself!) -NO!
04 -Although you may believe that you've been trapped underground for most of your life, -Looking at it from a different perspective, you've been under protection
-Allow me to explain
-According to the Old Testament, the first humans God created -Lived happily in the Garden of Eden. They were called Adam and Eve
-They were tempted to eat the forbidden fruit -By a despicable creature, the "serpent"
05 -Adam and Eve, having eaten the fruit, incurred God's wrath, spelling the end of Eden -Thereafter, all of their decedents have had to walk a a path of hardship and suffering
-Why the sermon, all of a sudden? -I've known that story since I was an infant
-Because there's an additional part after, outside of the bible. It's a story passed down by the witches
-Allow us to handle the rest! -"us"!?
-N-never mind, I'll do it alone (gosh!)
06 -I know it's off topic, but does everyone here like snakes?
-It's difficult to say yes
-Really? That's a shame
-I always have them by my side! -Gross!
-I've trained them not to bite, so please relax no bubble: hello~
-Are you all right, Monseigneur Richelieu?! -...I'm fine. no bubble: wasssup~
07 -According to the tale our ancestors have passed down, there's more after what happened to Adam and Eve -It continues about the serpent like this:
-The lonely serpent envied the humans. Cursed to travel a path of hardship and suffering as well, it envied how the humans were able to support each other. Soon after, the serpent took human form and tried once again to come in contact with humans. However, the humans failed to forgive the serpent. So the serpent, having a special power, tried to help the humans. Humans labeled it is as a "witch,"* and used its power. (*"Witch" is a term used without distinction for males or females)
-Simply put, our ancestors are labeled as that cursed existence in the Bible -...they are the "serpent"
-Hou...how interesting -That's not all
08 -With the passage of time, seven particularly strong witches appeared
The 1st - Lundi The 2nd - Mardi The 3rd - Mercredi The 4th - Jeudi The 5th - Vendredi The 6th - Samedi The 7th - Dimanche -Patterned after the seven creative days of the Old Testament, they were called "the witches of seven days"
09 -Even though the witches used their power for the sake of mankind, they were continually despised. Thus, they decided to distance themselves from the world. -And so, withdrawing to lands away from the peoples' cities, they set up their Bastions (居住地区). //Brief Aside ---------------// t/n - This took me a lot of deliberation. The kana there indeed says buuru (Boule), while the kanji means lit. "a section of residence". The only thing I can find that remotely makes any sense is this: [wikipedia]. A Boule was some sort of counsel of citizens that ran daily affairs in ancient greece, so it could refer to some sort of self-rule. But, context doesn't lead me to believe that it's referring to a government. The first thing that crossed my mind was Boulevard - but that doesn't make sense since it's just a road. Doing some research, boulevard comes from bolwark/bastion, and has some relation to rampart. A rampart is a defensive line, a bolwark/bastion is a fortification, like a giant wall, which encloses a city. It makes more sense IMO to say that these people walled themselves off from the world...so that's what I went with. Does anyone else have other ideas? please share. //----------------------------//
-Centuries passed -Witches became a forgotten existence to mankind
-...and that's how it ends. -uwa! Swirl!! Let him go!!
-hm -Your story is hard to swallow
-Aside from wether or not this story is true, -Seven Bastions do indeed exist in our day.
10 -Swirl, as well as myself, belong to the Bastion considered to be established by the 1st witch Lundi -That includes you, monsieur Belmonde no bubble: yaaawn
-As well as your late mother
-hmph...it would seem everything I thought I knew couldn't be farther from the truth
-Now that you understand you aren't the only witch in this world, -Dare I say it...
11 -Your existence is still special
-...why is that?
-Because you are able to wield the "Seven Swords of Creation"
-Each of the swords contains the power of the original seven, forged on their deathbeds -Only those who meet a specific requirement may yield them
12 -And that requirement is...you must possess the eye that perceives truth--the "Penetrating Eye" -In each Bastion, only one is born with it, and you happen to be that person for us Lundi
-...hou
-What the hell!? Don't you realize how important that eye you lost was!? -Swirl, calm down!
-What I fear the most -Is that part of the squadron that stole your eye was a man who at one time was used personally by the king
-You mean Porthos? -Correct
13 -Along with Athos and Aramis, these valiant men were once called "The Three Musketeers"
-It is believed that behind them was a man called d'Artagnan -Without a doubt, he was this country's greatest hero
-For the Cardinal to be saying that, he must be quite an individual
-However, three months ago, he suddenly went missing -And then this happened
14 -My experience as one of the politicians who operates this country -tells me that this is an omen of something terrible to come
-So what are you planning to do about this missing hero-turned-witch? -Send me out to find him?
-I'm afraid so. Although searching frantically for him, the royal guard have found nothing. -Since you have your own means of searching, I thought I'd ask you all
-..."you all"?
-He means us -If we don't retrieve your eye, it'll cause huge problems after all -Keh
15 -But according to my father's-side grandfather, I am supposed to remain confined here
-I'll take responsibility and work out the details -That means the only problem is whether or not you want to venture outside
-And, as I'm sure you are already well aware... -Your stolen left eye, -Your childhood friend Georges who's ran away -The existence of other witches such as yourself...
16 -Your ties to the outside world -Have become so strong that you can no longer avoid them
-hm...your intuition is as good as ever, Cardinal
-I thought this place was my life -But it would seem my destiny is temping me to leave
-As reward for your services, I will prepare whatever you desire -You can ask those two for the details later -Please start as soon as you can
17 no text
18 - FINALLY!!
19 -So this is what the sky really looks like -It really is high...
-A- -are...you B-belmonde?
-nn.... -aa...aa... (cough(??))
-Master d'Artagnan has a m-message for you--
-It looks like the second chapter of my life is about to begin! white: There's no time to be sentimental!
the 13th act/end next time: What has d'Artagnan done to his messenger!?
-END-
Wow, this was definitely the longest chapter in a long time. Major plot changes I'd say. Hmm, looks like this comic really will have a long run in jump if it plays its cards right.
typesetters - proofread one more time, i made one or two changes.https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2253[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 12 by shrimpy2007-10-09T01:27:45+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comHorribly late, but not my fault. Let's catch up to the action. I have a hunch the story is finally going somewhere...
01 top: The 12th act: 黄土に捧ぐ十字架 - The Ocher Cross (t/n - lit. - "the cross dedicated to ochre" I am unsure what this means...oudo can mean earth or hades apparently although i've never come across those uses. do you have a better suggestion? please post your ideas)
white: What's going to happen to the stolen eye...!? right: ishioka shouei
-Go double check that we weren't followed -Musketon, tend to Georges' wounds -Aye, aye -Roger
-Welcome back, Porthos -Welcome home!
02 -Why you--! -d'Artagnan!! -GUAA!!
-Mu!!
-What are you doing outside?! Sick people should be stay in bed!
-Haha...sorry, sorry...I just popped my head out -Please scold him some more! -He won't listen to a thing Jeanne (ジャンヌ) says!! (t/n - cute(?) speaking 3rd person)
03 -Hey, here's the thing you wanted
-The eye of a live witch
-Wow! What a strange color! -Don't drop it, Jeanne
-Kya!!
-Gotcha! -I'm gonna kick your ass... (t/n - he talks like cornello with "kora"! quite a bit. That's from reborn if you don't know what i mean. I've been dropping them...dont know how to trans.)
-Even if it is fresh... -The fact that it came from an inquisitor is a bit distressing...
-...the royal guard? -Yes -Since Roland did not return on time, we assumed that something had happened
-...how is...Roland...and everyone else? -They're safe. Right now we're seeing to their wounds -I see...
05 -Wait, Georges was about to kill me at that moment--
-So...shall we end this?
-What are you doing!!
-Right back at 'ya! -We need him alive! -I know I already explained why!
-Ch...
-Fine. Let's get out of here
-Georges...what are you up to...
06 -What is that, Musketon?
-緑眼の種子 - An "emerald eye seed"
-When it absorbs blood, it sprouts roots which suture wounds
-GYAAA!!
-Put up with the pain. It will be over when a new seed sprouts.
07 -Fufu....this pain is a reminder... -That i've finally betrayed those two
-do you -have regrets? -I wouldn't understand. I have no family or friends.
-...please -Besides, this isn't over yet
-As soon as this mission is over, -I'm going to finish him off!
08 -Hey! Wake up!
-Whaddya want? -Don't give me that! Look, I brought it
-OOH! That silver glisten...it's the rare... -"Penetrating eye," without a doubt!
-p-please...let me hold it!! -no dice. Get yourself ready -Hmph...stingy little runt!
-huh...descendant of the witches or no, you still disgust me! -Jeanne likes ouvre-san! (t/n - オーブル is his name, apparently. it's a french textile?) -Haha, you have strange taste, Jeanne -Jeanne likes monsieur d'Art too! -Ehh...are you calling me strange?
09 -Well then, I'm about to start -I'll perform the transfer ritual with this "penetrating eye"
sfx - splish
-tsuuu
-I was once -called the hero of France
10 -Everything was done in the name of loyalty to His Majesty -To think that I would be seeking the power of the witches...life is sure full of surprises
-...yet, without this eye that has the power to see the truth, -Our plan will not succeed
-Suoovuzu-ehi-emuookusu-eri (t/n - your guess is as good as mine. is this just nonsense or a valid language?) 古の習わしによりて保有者の変更をこいねがう -In the name of the ancient ritual, I request thee to permit this transfer
-The battle is about to begin -for us, members of the "Ocher Cross"
11 -Hear my call, O Coffin of Reason!!
-Guah!! -W-what's going on!?
-Come! Take this "penetrating eye" inside of you!
12 -GWAGH!!
-After this, you will experience excruciating pain as the eye travels through your body -As long as the original owner is alive up until it reaches the place it belongs...the transfer will be a success
-UNGGHGHGGH!!! -I dedicate whatever time I have left to this battle -My goal being the one I once swore my loyalty to...
-To assassinate his Majesty, Louie the 13th!!
13 -Why are so many of Richelieu's personal squadron here?
-What, you didn't know? -He's here!
14 -Richelieu himself!! box: -Cardinal of France (t/n - or prime minister? although officially cardinal, his role was that of a prime minister) -Armand-Jean du Plessis de Richelieu
15 -I open my eyes, -and right in front of me is the man who holds more power than anyone in France -I must still be dreaming. Everything's been one long nightmare lately, after all
-I'll just ignore him
-H-HEY!! How dare you!! -Calm down.
-For the man who is said to be the "one who can see the truth," -never realizing that you would be betrayed by the one closest to you -is quite an oversight
-hmph -Your connection to me is supposed to be a national secret -Are you sure it's all right to be traipsing around here?
16 -It matters not -Because the life you have here is about to end
-... -really... -...mm, -I thought we agreed that if the outside world was to find out about me,
-I would be erased to hide the evidence
17 -...I am indispensable to this nation 足を引っ張る存在は呼ばれようが切り捨てる -No matter how heartless it may seem, my role is to eliminate those who would stand against it (t/n - my guess based on context. not sure)
-Haha...how magnificent -So how will you kill me? Since I'm a witch I assume burning at the stake?
-...perhaps sometime in the future -But after hearing you mention the name Porthos in your sleep, -The situation has changed
-What do you mean?
-My, aren't you a slow one?
18 -It means, we need you alive a while longer -We're the leaders of the Lundi Faction, Monsieur Shein** Belmonde de Lundi (我らがランディ党の党主シェイン・ベルモンド・ドゥ・ランディ様)
t/n - new to me. I'm missing something here. And why a political Party? ...help.
**Also - what is Shein? Ciene? anyone know french names?
19 -T-the wall--!! Who let you in here!?
-The Lundi Faction...?
-To get right to the point -Belmonde,
-The time has come for you to join the outside world! white: His destiny takes another unexpected turn!
the 12th act/end next time: Belmonde finally meets the outside world!
-END-
FINALLY OUT OF THE BASEMENT! W00t!! I was getting sick of those stones and see-through bars.https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2250[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 11 by shrimpy2007-09-26T15:11:21+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comThe saga continues
-You used to be such a dark person, after all the 11th act: Those who begin to act
right corner - ishioka shouei
02 -I know you haven't forgotten! -Originally, this room wasn't yours to torture criminals with
-Marquis Le Foll (ルフォル侯爵) - your true grandfather - intended it to be used for your torture!
03 -Do you remember now?
-Take a look at all those scars on your body--
-It's proof that your life's worth less than us humans! -Don't get cocky just because Cardinal Richelieu approved of you!
-Hah...
-Indeed, the Prime Minister is relying on trash like me... -Don't tell me you're doing this all out of jealousy? -Hmm?
04 -Don't mess with me!!
-GUWAAAH!!
-Ah, it's warm... -A person's blood sure is warm...
-I know that you know it best, Belluchi -Guh...! -The first inquisitor that Marquis Le Foll brought here...his name was Locke, right?
05 -You've known it ever since you killed him by chewing out his throat -Ugh...
-Ugh... -Uhh....
-Thanks for teaching me -People's blood... -Sure is warm
-G-Grab him!! -O-okay!! -At that time I knew
-that I could never be friends with a person like that
06 -cough -cough
-There's just one more trophy I'll be taking away tonight...
-t-that's...!!
リクオオグチイソギンチャク** (riku-ooguchi, is this shore/large mouth? no sure - that's why i got creative below. please let me know if i'm wrong) -Mmhm...On the edge of this bottle are the tentacles of the inland, carnivorous sea anemone
-After bathing in moonlight for 13 days, if it tastes a couple drops of your blood...
07 -Its appetite will instantly multiply!
-and then...
-It'll attach itself to your eye
sfx bubble - squish(?) (etc)
-GWAAAAAAAAAAAHHH! -and in one fell swoop, along with excruciating pain...
08 -will cleanly take it right off!
-See? This room wasn't for you to torture people in, -It was for your torture after all!
-GU---!!
-I don't ever remember -telling you about that anemone!
09 -It's a torture implement, normally called the "Enucleating Nail" 昔は抜き取った目を頭のイカレた愛好家どもが引き取っていたという・・・ -It's said that it was used by crazed fanatics who collected eyes... (t/n - not sure)
-Why do I know, you ask? -ha ha, It's simple!
-You aren't the only witch's descendant in the whole world!
10 -What...did you say?!
-Surprised?
-What's going on?! -The "casket" told me...
-"You are the only one remaining to inherit this power..."
11 -You...you must have met with this person... -Why are you after my blood and my eye?
-I don't need to tell you, since you're about to die!
-After telling me there's other witches, -I can't die like this!
-ungh!!
-What are you trying to do? You're out of magic -That sword of yours is just a normal one now!
12 -GAhaa..!!
13 -I already have a wound in my chest -After being stabbed by your sword...you kindly made it wider with your finger
-Haa haa -Using the wound I made... -cough -cough
-Aren't you clever--!!
14 -Quit being stubborn -and die already!!
-I can't -At least, not until I hear everything you know...
-The black half of his blade has slightly recovered!? -What's going on!?
15 -NoooOOOOO!!
16 no txt (big sfx in right panel - BANG)
17 -I aimed at the right leg -But I hit the left leg -My apologies
-ムスクトン！ Musketon!! What are you doing?! -Don't get in my way!! (t/n - i believe he is based on the Mauser Musketon M12)
-...Oh? -You are -angry -But I -saved you
-why -is -that? -...sigh
18 -Quit screwing around! -Just finish what we came for! -right, right
-Porthos (ポルタス), you're here too?
-Haha, -You don't believe in me, huh?
-Porthos? I know I've heard that name somewhere... (t/n - duh, it's the three musketeers!!)
-Just watch, I'll finish this now!
19 -You need to get some rest, for your health!
-Even monsieur Portas went off to join them -So don't worry!
-（ダルタニアン) Monsieur d'Artagnan!! (t/n - it is a guy, right??)
black: They're after the witches' power! But for what...!?
the 11th act/end Next time: Belmonde lost his eye!! And then...his life!?
END ------------ for more info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Three_Musketeershttps://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2249[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 10 by shrimpy2007-09-20T02:50:31+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comHere's our favorite icon-less weekly Belmonde once again. Will our hero finally taste some actual plot development?!
01 -The day that Georges first spoke to me -I still remember it clearly white: memories of his childhood!!
-Back then, it was a kind of dare to them -Hey, you see that? He's still alive -Stupid, he never died! -Not knowing a single thing about me, these kids would sneak into the basement
-H-hey, don't push!! -O-o-oops
02 -W-what's your problem! -Let's get out of here! He gives me the creeps!
-U-um...
03 -I've brought you -A new plate
-...yeah? -Just leave it there
-A...and... -w-would it be okay if I came down here, once in a while? -What do you mean?
-I...I don't agree with the other kids here...
-So...would you please be friends with me? -My name is Georges!!
04 -At the time, I had no clue what a "friend" was -After all, there were none down there
-No matter how many times I tried to brush him off, Georges would just keep coming. During the time I spent with him, small, no bubble: Oh yeah! In Paris, the Notre Dame Cathedral is connected to the moon! -I felt that I had come to understand what it meant
no bubble: ...well, that's what I heard. Were they playing a joke on me? -I say so because it was at that time
-That I also learned how to "laugh"
-When was it exactly that the Vice Abbot taught me this? -"A friend is what we call people who can understand one another's hearts"
05 The 10th act: The masked man below title: a mysterious tale of baroque torture left: I was sure we spent that time together as friends bottom right: ishioka shouei very bottom: SUMMARY - Belmonde, attacked by assassins sent by the mysterious "LeMasque", defeats the remaining one - Goshissuma! At long last LeMasque's identity comes to light...as Georges! He proceeds to stab Belmonde in the chest...!?
06 -Guwah..!!
-Monsieur Belmonde!! -Monsieur Belle!!
-Georges, you... -you were really LeMasque?
07 -It's your fault for not seriously doubting me
-Chloe, you're quite sly, you know that?
-When did you get it? -Explain it to Belluchi for me
-It was strange---Not all at once, but rather one after another that enemies were sent in -If someone was planning to test Belle's power, then -That person would have to be nearby to watch the event flashback: I just thought I'd come back to get the dirty dishes... flashback: But it looks like things have turned for the worse down here... -Especially you, who pretended to come in by coincidence
08 うん、さすがベルっちが助手に選ぶだけはある -Hmm, Bellucchi certainly knows how to pick an assistant (t/n - this is a guess)
-Except that she's too late in figuring it out!
-Ku....
-Chloe!!
-Don't try anything! -I can kill him with just a twist of my sword!
-Everyone into the side room
-Ch...!
09 -Guh...!
-What, you look like you still don't believe me -As they say, you are "the Visiteur," so it's no surprise you're this dense if you don't see it with your power
-Mademoiselle Celine, it's no use calling for help -All of my friends are already up there
10 -You mean to say there's more than just the five-man squad that attacked tonight? -And that's not all -Knowing that Belmonde would read their minds, the five were a decoy to make us think they were the only ones...
-You got it. Oh and by the way, their leader Goshissuma, who knew my face? -It was no coincidence that he was the last one to come -Since Belmonde is so strong, I advised him that it would be wiser to attack later
-This went all according to plan...
-Why...why are you trying to kill me? -And to have planned it out so thoroughly...?
11 -Careful, you'll die from bleeding trying to talk with those wounds! -The Lundi's black half is disappearing -Guess that means you're completely out of magic -Yup, all according to plan
-...oops, there's one more thing I'm forgetting
-GUWAH!!
-You're...collecting his blood?
-If I had to put the reason for all of this in one word, -I finally found the "place" I belong, you could say
12 -After I met them, my eyes were opened!
-This evening's events were also a part of their "plan" -I can't let you die a quiet death like this, Bellucchi -I'm going to make you suffer much, much more
-Who...was it? What are...they planning? -There's no need to tell you
13 -I had fun this evening -When you asked me to lend you a hand with those twins, I ended up fighting alongside you -It was something else! -Almost as if we had been real friends
-What do you mean, "as if"?! -To Belle, you're his only true friend!
-I've never felt that way even once
14 -The day that I first spoke to Belluchi... -I still remember it clearly
-So...would you please be friends with me? -My name is Georges!!
-The Vice Abbot asked me to do it. I didn't have a choice
15 -Belmonde is always alone down there
-Do me a favor and be his friend! -B-but he's really creepy -You are kind, Georges, so i know you can do it
-....I...understand -But in exchange, I have a favor to ask too -Okay, what is it?
-Even if it's just once in a while, -Would you come ...and play with us?
-That way, maybe...he can have a real dad too
-Haha, of course! Everyone here's like family! -hehe
-Sigh...I really said some immature things...
16 -Surprised? -Yes... -You've done well to fool me for over ten years
-Then let me put this straight -I've always hated your guts
-Fu... -FUAHAHAHAHAHAA!!
-What's so funny? -Thanks to you, -I've just remembered something obvious
17 -I'm the child of a witch and I'm an inquisitor -By definition, my existence is detested by everyone
-Exactly right -You've gotten soft lately
-...and now, we can hurt you without hesitation -Right, Goshissuma?
18 -Bastard, you were saying we were all just bait?! -What's going on here?
-You came out of it, huh?
-Go back to sleep for good this time -GUaa!!
-Oh, you can still move?
-You underestimate me!
19 -I'll make you spit out everything about these "plans" of yours!
-Is that right? -I'm going to enjoy torturing an inquisitor!
white: Who will be torturing who?!
bottom: the 10th act/end next time: The two clash! There's a tool that can distinguish light from dark?! (t/n - this line is lit. translated cuz im not sure of the meaning. likely it may refer to truth from lies, although i'm not familiar with the use of this word. Basically, belmonde's prob got some new trick up his sleeve)
-end-
Does this mean belmonde will actually make it out of the basement!?https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2245[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 9 by shrimpy2007-09-08T17:05:05+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comHey here's something I've been wondering about...doesn't Belmonde deserve an icon by now? In fact, I've got a great idea--since Belle does that cool thing with his eyes, we could just use the HnC icon since it's a red eye, and no one needs it anymore...right??
01 -GUWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!
white: he screams in pain!!
-umu...what a lovely sound -There's nothing quite like the echo of people's screams! -They become more beautiful the closer one comes to death -Don't you think...
02 -Belmonde?
-Monsieur Belmonde!! -Monsieur Belle!
-How could this happen? We were down to the last of the five assassins, too! -We're this close to discovering LeMasque's true identity!!
03 below title - a mysterious tale of Baroque Torture
-Even in the darkness of the underground, there are times of peace--
-lower left - The 9th act: The man with the leaf right: ishioka shouei bottom-most: Summary - Belmonde, an inquisitor whose existence is known to none, is suddenly attacked one night by five assassins sent by the mysterious "LeMasque"! After defeating four of them, Belmonde's power is just about at its limit! Finally, the 5th arrives, but...?!
04 -Looks pretty painful -Since I heard you were a descendant of those "witches" I thought you'd be immortal... -But it seems I was wrong
-Death will come to get you, just like everybody else...
-Oi, oi...what's an injured kid and two women like you tryin' to pull?
05 -It's my mission to keep everything related to monsieur Belmonde a complete secret!
-I-I'd do anything for monsieur Belle!!
-If my master dies, I'll be back out on the streets again
-Ha... -If I lose to this lot, I don't know how I'll ever be able to apologize to my men...
-Belle?!
-Oh? You're ready for me to finish you off?
06 -This is...the end for me -Georges...hurry and wake up! (small: you idiot!) -That's why...before I die, I want to ask you something
-What, about our client "LeMasque"? -No...about lizards -Huh? Lizards?
-Yes...I heard that when you try to catch a lizard, it will break off its tail in order to escape -However, that tail continues to wiggle all by itself
07 -Is that because the lizard's body is causing it to move? -Or is it because the lizard's tail is moving all by itself? -Which is it?
-What're you asking me at a time like this?
-I got no clue, but...I guess, it's moving on its own?
-Oh, I see. That means you -think you're safe because you see me as a lizard
-What? What the hell are you talking about?
08 -GUOOOOOOO!! -W-what the!?
-Unlike a lizard, if I consciously remove a piece of my body... -I can control it by will after it's severed
-H-how is that possible?!
09 -You thought that you took off my left arm... -But you're mistaken -I cut off my own arm just a split second sooner
-...But...you were bleeding!?
-Take a good look -That blood came from the wound those twins gave me earlier
-...then, that scream was...
-An act! -Pretty realistic, wasn't it?
-If master Belle goes into acting, the theater would be sold out every night -I'd bring him lots of bouquets!!
10 -Damnit!
-Let go of me!!
-...huh?
11 -Haaaah?
-...Whose hand's are these!!
-Oh, I don't believe this...!!
12 -Well now, mister Goshiisuma -time for your torture!
-H-hey!! -Where are you...!!
-Oh... -oooh....
-You'd better stop this right....!! sfx - squirm squrim -Ooooh -H-hey!! I told you to...!! -Ooohh...
13 -...whose hand is that...? -Celine's (how uncouth!) -Not me!! -It's Chloe's!!!
-Ahe...hehehe sfx - squirm squirm -I-Incredible...!! -I-I've never had it this...good!
-Chloe, finish him (t/n - roflamo) -Right away
14 -GUWAAAAAAAA!!
-you just told me earlier that people's screams were beautiful, right? -I just don't understand what you were talking about
-Just watching from over here is painful enough...
"Hm, so he passed out while standing erect?" "Yes, he sure was erect." "WHAT was!?" (pasted from zindryr below...)
15 -Now then, I'll have a look at your memories
-"I desire to see the truth from the depths of thine darkness" -Answer me: Who is LeMasque!!
-Finally! The man who sent the five assassins tonight... -"LeMasque's" true identity is about to be revealed!
-OUVRIR!!
16 -...how's this?
-Georges...!!
18 white: The traitor attacks!!
-The look on your face...this time's no act, right? -Belluchi~
-GAHH!!!
the 9th act/end next time: Georges stabs Belmonde! What made him do it!?
-end-https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2243[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 8 by shrimpy2007-09-06T14:50:08+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comThis one's the best chapter yet.
Also, "pucchi", being the kana spelling, is not the correct name. This chapter gave us the answer finally on page 17 - it's petit!! The joke is obvious - he's huge, but his name means tiny. Anyone french can explain why pucchi might be used for petit? Like, how does the pronunciation work?
one more thing, I did a bit of research on fencing. It appears there's actually three kinds of fencing swords. Belmonde's is more of a sabre, which i think is already the equivalent of english "sword", so I'm going to start using that.
01 white: The forth one...is huge!!
-Belmonnnde!! -I fouuuund joooou!!
-It's the fourth assassin! To make matters worse, Belmonde's already used a lot of his "power"... -Will he be all right?!
02 white: This long night isn't over yet!
black box: The 8th act: The enormous man
-Uh-huh -You look jus' like da picture here!
全然似てな・・・くはないね りりしい感じはでてるわ -It looks nothing...unlike him, it has a certain dashing feel to it(t/n - double negatives make my head hurt, this was a tricky line. 2nd opinion appreciated) -It's nothing like him, you idiot!!
-Hey, Georges, you still alive?
03 -Yesss! -What are you happy about!?
-Hm? He was giving me such a 'tude recently (small - last chapter anyway) (t/n - doesn't actually say that but i suspect it to be so from context)
-If Belmonde's alive, den dat means -Petit is da first one here! Yay!!
-Way to go Petit!! -You're da best Petit!! -Hey, blockhead--
-You're the 4th one -After that clean-freak Balayeur, and those twins Droidroite and Gaugauche
-Huh? Then, wut happened ta dose guys?!
04 さてねぇ・・・邪魔なんで片付けてしまったが・・・ 既に人の形はしていなかったように思うがね -Well you see, since they were intruders, I had to take care of them... -If I recall correctly, they don't much resemble humans anymore.... (t/n - thanks/credit zindryr)
-Y-you killed ...dem?
-They were trying to take my life, so I was just defending myself -It's common sense, isn't it?
-Buhoofu... -Buhoofufu....
-Are you crying? You're making me sick -I already saw it in Balayeur's memories, -But you're even dumber in person
-...d...dumb?
06 -Guh...!
-DON'T...CALL...ME
-...DUMB!!
07 -GWAHH!!
-Petit... -...isn't -DUMB!! -cough -cough
-So this guy...can't stand being made fun of (t/n - lit. can't stand being called dumb. somehow, doesn't have a nice ring to it)
-I know all about 'ya. You can do all sorts'a tings with dis sabre...
-I wonder...what'cha can do wit'out dit?
08 -Seeee?? -Petit is smaaaart
-Petit, you really are an idiot -Take a good look. That sword belonged to Gaugauche -I left my actual sabre over there
-Huh?
09 -Monsieur Belmonde!!
-Hah...thank god you're an idiot -Roland, thanks for the help, even with that wound
-If I couldn't lend you any help, then I would be a disgrace to the royal guard -(sfx bubble - throbbing)
-YOU TRICKED ME!!
-Kuh...!!
-Roland, just stay put -Leave the rest to me -I-I'm sorry...
-YOU...YOU LIED TO PETIT...!!
10 -Lied? What's wrong in treating you like the idiot you are?
-He's trying to stop me from swinging my sabre! -He's experienced in fighting swordsmen!
11 -Balayeur and dems are da dumb ones, ta' be beat by you! -Bwahahaha! Actin' all great...In battle, it's da loser
-Is da real idiot!!
あいつ・・・さっきは泣いてたんじゃない きっと笑ってたんだわ (イラッ） -This guy wasn't crying earlier... -He was laughing! (small: "ira" = irritated, maybe just leave this out?)
-If Belle can't hit him with his sabre, then it's the same as if his power was sealed!
12 -You called Petit dumb over n' over... -But you can't even hit me!
-My vision is going blurry!!
-Dis time Petit... -Is gonna call you da idiooooot!
-H-Hold on... -Don't come any closer...
-Oh no...(monsieur belle!!)
13 -YOU'RE DAAAAA
-Any closer is dangerous! -IDII~~~
-OOOOOTT...!!!
14 -...dangerous for you! -...WHA--!!
15 -Oh?? -OOH!?
-If I told you not to get any closer, I thought you would -Because you're a complete idiot
-From the tip of his sabre, the floor's become a sand pit!
-Just as if I had minced something repeatedly, -This sabre can produce a similar effect
-I can use this technique without having to swing it. But, worse than the time it takes to "sink" something, it exhausts my power as well -Aaaa! -Aaaa....!!
-Well, it couldn't be helped -Despite being aloof, you were quite an opponent
16 -You called me dumb again!!!
-My apologies, but I don't have the time to enjoy watching you go under -Plus, there's nothing I need to ask you
-huh? Up?
-You...you already carved 'da roof?! -W-when?!
-Before you even got here -Since I knew you were coming, I prepared a section that would fall with enough vibration
17 -This is the basement of a convent
-Not a bad place to rest in peace sign: Petit idiot (in japanese)
18 -Oh, Belle, why did you have to make a grave in our little love nest? -What love nest?!
-Out of the five, only one remains... -I believe his name was "Goshiisuma" -Right, the one who knows of LeMasque's true identity
-But, just how much "power" do I have left...?
-clap -clap...clap -Impressive. You're even stronger than I was led to believe -But just as expected, you're all worn out...
19 -Consider it my thanks for finishing off my subordinates -I'll make sure to cut off all of your limbs before you die
-I'll start with that arm -GUWAAAAAAAAA!!!
white: Belmonde suffers serious damage!!
the 8th act/end. Next time: What does Belmonde have to say about this desperate sitation!?
-end-
thanks for your patience as usualhttps://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2239[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 7 by shrimpy2007-08-30T19:32:55+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.compage numbers off the raw
00 -You know what? I just realized -I'm probably the most forgiving man in France left: Belmonde speaks with boldness!!
-The reason why is simple - you, who've come to take my life, -are being given a chance to live
-I have to admit, you're quite a fellow. Right, Gaugauche? below: You're full of yourself, retard -You said it, Droidroite! I think I'm starting to look up to you! below: retard retard
-hmph
01 top right - The 8th act - 選ぶ男 - the men with a choice white - Belmonde charges forward!! He's about to corner the twins!! lower right is author - ishioka shouei (below title is "a mysterious tale of baroque torture)
02 -Wha...!!
-Chloe, you're on
-Yessir
03 -All done -Chloe, you left on part crooked on purpose, didn't you? -Yes, I didn't like the way he was looking at me
-Best not to make any sudden movements -Both of your bodies are barely holding together
-O-okay -What the hell is this?
04 -Well then, I'd like the two of you to play a certain game -For twins like the two of you, who look exactly the same, -it'll be a test of how well you know your differences
-hmm.... -Droidroite, there's no way we can lose!! -We get along better than anyone in the whole world!
-Through the course of this game, -Belmonde is trying to create an opening in their minds -So that he can get more information about "LeMasque"
-First, let's start with both of your left hands
05 -And then...
-We put them in this box
-And shake it -Chloe, could you take over? My left arm hurts... -Sure -Shake -Shake
-H-hey!! Handle that with care!!!
-Chloe, shake it harder -Okay -SHAAAKE~SHAAAKE -uwaah!!
06 -Alright, go ahead and draw an arm
-Allow me to explain the rules
-If you believe the arm you are currently holding is your own, -go ahead and put it back on -If you get it right, you win -Your own arm will return your body to normal
07 -But if you happen to be wrong... -Your body will reject it and strongly react to attaching someone else's arm -It will fall to pieces, and that's
-instant death
-If you are sure the arm isn't yours, you may swap them -It's up to you whether you'll live or die -See? It's an easy game
-I'll go stand lookout at the door -Besides, I don't really want to watch this -Hm? Really? (small: but it's really interesting!)
08 -I just want to make sure...if we win, -You'll guarantee our lives?
-Yep. It's a promise
-Can we take the gloves off? -Nope. -Anyone can distinguish their own body part by the location of moles
-Shit!! That's too hard even for us!! -Just kidding! (t/n - i think "psych"! is better but that's not how you spell it. does anyone know?) -Of course we can figure it out!!
-The odds are 50%...No wait, thinking about the likelihood of twins being able to distinguish very minute differences between one another, -This is a pretty effective challenge for them
09 -Please begin
-Will they return to normal? Or will they die? It's two to one... -I'm getting nervous!
-If I'm sure this is my arm, I just need to put it on -There's nothing complicated about it!
10 -Damnit! Who's is this?! -My head hurts!! -Muwahaha... Idiot! You think that leaving our gloves on will make it impossible for us to figure it out?!
-You're dead wrong!
-My younger brother's got a habit I don't! -He bites his nails!
-Whenever he gets nervous, he unconsciously bites his nails through his gloves! -Hey, bro...I can't stand just killing that guy -I think I'm gonna kill everyone in the village too -In other words...!!
-As long as this glove has no bite marks, -It's my arm! -So whose is it? Let's see!
11 -There's none! It's mine!!
-Glance -There's marks here! It's mine!!
-All right! Let's put them on!
-Okay! -Together on three!
12 -What's with that look? 余裕ぶってやがるのか？ -Is he waiting for something?** (t/n - not sure)
-Huh?! -Don't tell me he figured out our secret?!
-If he happened to switch the gloves when he went in the back, -That would mean this isn't my arm!!
-Three...two...
-Hold on, brother!! It's a trap!! Let's think this out a little longer!
-One!!
13 -Alriiiiiiiiiight!! I'm back to normal! -sigh... -Guess I was thinking too much
-Hmph...Oh well, looks like I lose -I suppose it makes sense that twins would know their personal differences better than anyone else -I would like to get to know Belle better than anyone else... -Stop right there! Quit taking things out of context!
14 -Yosh! Then me too! -Yeah!
-...ah??
15 -Gaugauche!!! W-W-Why!? How?!
-Aw, what a shame. Looks like your brother's arm was still in the box
-Ha?! What is the meaning of this!?
-This box had three arms inside of it from the start
-Yours, your brother's, and one more -Your brother chose that extra one -It's your loss for thinking there were only two arms in the box
-Then, whose arm is that!?!
16 -That arm belongs to the man who got here first -I believe his name was balayeur? -Oh yes, I also switched his glove and your brother's
-Gaugauche!! -Gaugauche!! Gaugauche!!
-Looks like your mind is in a mess. You're full of openings -Gaugauche!!
-ouvrir!
17 -(exhale) fuuu
-Monsieur Belle...Did you find anything out?
-Only one thing -The only one who had direct contact with LeMasque was their leader. His name is ゴシィズマ Goshiisuma
-So basically you still don't know anything about LeMasque? -Yes, I can't deny I've been wasting my power
-I've never seen Belmonde so weak before -There's still two more...can he handle them?
18 -GUWAAA!!!
-GEORGES!?
-FOOOOOUND YOOOOOU!!! white: The fourth is here! The one with brute strength arrives!!
small: the 7th act/end next time: This man doesn't use a sword!! What will Belmonde do?!
-END-
It's time to figure out that name folks. We let it slide a couple chapters back but looks like he's coming up soon. Meanwhile, this guy's (the 4th)'s name is pucchi, if i remember right. any thoughts on what it could represent?https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2238[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 6 by shrimpy2007-08-23T18:44:06+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comComing out late every week, I wonder if that speaks anything to the series' popularity in japan, hmm...
quick question: georges is how i used to write his name. the kana is "jiorujiu", so is this Giorgio? but that's not french is it?
Let me know and i'll change the name
01 -Hey, Droidroite (T/N - he does say brother but its hard to put the name and title without sounding awkward. I may switch between the two in in the chapter) -Did you decide what to buy with the reward we're going to get from taking out Belmonde? -Uh huh, just one thing, Gaugauche. It's...
-Wait!! Let me make up my mind and then we'll say it at the same time! -Ready...?
-A woman!! -With huge boobs and black hair-- -With hips and ankles nice and slender...but her hips?
-fa-ir-ly thick!
left: The next assassins are twins!!
02 -Ahaha, we really think alike don't we? -You said it, brother!
-Hey, check her out! -Eh? Which one?
-Big boobs... -Black hair...
-No fair---!! -Each one's only got part!! -What a shame!
-Well excuuuuse me! You jerks!! -C'mere and I'll pick the hair off your d**k -...Chloe, you seem to have a weakness with foul speech so please be more careful
-We'll save this for later -Let's hurry up and kill him!!
03 -Tonight a total of five assassins are going to attack -These twins are then 2nd and 3rd after Balayeur
-Just who is this "Lemasque" that sent these assassins? -There's no other choice than to question each one of them!
-Monsieur Belmonde, there are two enemies -Please leave the other one to me
-...u-uh Roland, there's something wrong with my eyes... -I see two of the same person (small: what does it mean?) -Well, they're twins... -Pickled octopus? (t/n - a pun. Futago = twins, vs line here / Sudako = pickled octopus) (small txt: you mean this?) -T-WI-N-S! Don't tell me you've never heard of it?!
04 top: The 6th act - The twins right: Deep within the depths of darkness, left: A murderous intent is at work (lit. squirming) below title - A mysterious tale of baroque torture below that - author - Ishioka Shouei below even that - Summary: The stage is 17th century France. Under the orders of Cardinal Richelieu, the existence of Belmonde, a man who conducts interrogations every night, is kept a national secret! However, someone named "Lemasque" is targeting him! Just what is he after?!
05 -Gaugauche, you take the Imperial guard soldier -You know why...your swordsmanship is way better than mine, brother
-What's with these two?? I'm getting bad vibes... -Hmm...how odd. Why would God make two humans that look the same? small: Maybe He cut some corners
-Before the others arrive, -Shall we get started?
06 -Unknown assassins are invading, one after the other...I've never heard of anything like this!
07 -However!! This isn't a situation we can't overcome! ？－剣ごと切り伏せる力 -After all, Belmonde has the power to defeat his foe in one slice! That's why there's no way we can lose!
-...What's going on? -why doesn't he use his magic??
-Take this!!
08 -Where are you looking?!
-Haa!!
-Gwaa!!
-Ha ha...It looks like this is going to be more fun than I thought brother -You said it!
-Monsieur Belle!! -Roland...
09 -Unacceptable... -I was careless...
-Hah!? -I don't think so! -My skills are WAY above yours!!
-Guh.... -Still, why won't Belmonde use his power??
-!! Could it be? It's not that he won't use it... -It's that he can't!?!
-Roland, get out -Chloe will see to your wounds
-No...I can still fight!
-Ughn!!
-GO -You're in the way
-Damnit....
10 -Well now, since your partner has dropped out, -What will you do? Go ahead and choose -Go one on one with me and be killed slowly -Or die quickly by taking on the both of us
-This has become quite a problem -I've sustained more injuries than I anticipated...
-Damn...To lose in a one on one fight...! -I'm a disgrace to the Royal Guard!
-It's nothing to be worried about. The enemy is very skilled, after all -Monsieur Georges!! Why are you here??
-I just thought I'd come back to get the dirty dishes... -But it looks like things have turned for the worse down here... -Guess I came at a bad time...hahaha...
---so I guess I'll get going. Excuse me.... -Ha-huh??
-Georges!!
-Y-yes? How may I help you? -Uh, Monsieur Belmonde...was it?
11 -What are you doing, acting like a stranger? I'm in quite a fix here -Lend me a hand -W-what are you talking about? I'm just a simple friar! I can't do a thing!
-Lend me a hand -...please
-Sigh...okay, okay -Why does Belucchi act so arrogant even when he's asking for a favor? -Roland, I'll just borrow your sword for a bit
-...eh? You know how to use a sword?
-Who's he? -Dunno...Looks like one of the friars here...
12 ---Sorry for taking so long, but I made up my mind. It's neither one on one nor two on one -You wouldn't mind continuing two on two again, would you? -Ah, if you don't want to I'll just take my leave -As soon as possible!! -If you run, Georges, I'll slice you -Uwaaa...that's a scary face...
-No problem!!
-Oh? -OOOOH??
-G-georges is pretty good!! -But why?
-It's simple -Chloe?
13 -Belle has been trapped inside this basement all of his life
-So the only sparing partner he had would be
-his best friend,
14 -Drop your weapon
-Ch...
15 -Georges
-Wow!! They're a perfect team!
-I see...he would spar with Belmonde day after day -Georges is no simple opponent!
-Damnit...Belmonde, this was totally different to how you were fighting earlier!
16 -Well, since I didn't have to worry about hitting my partner I didn't have to hold back
-Hmm...you mean you were looking after Roland? -I didn't think you had it in you, Belucchi (small:just kidding) -Isn't it the responsibility of the owner to look after his pet until its life is up? -eeeh?...he's your pet?
-He means to say I was just in his way? -even though I was trying to help out... -Hey, he's getting depressed because of your conversation!
-I have to say, I'm amazed at you two -It looks like this Lemasque has told you even about my power's weak point
-Weak point?! So Belmonde does have some kind of difficulty in using his power! -I wonder what it is...?
-He's probably talking about his eyes... -eyes?
17 -Whenever Belle uses his Magic, his eyes change color slightly -Whereas when he reads people's memories, his eyes change a lot -The same goes for when he uses Lundi's special power -If the enemy knows of this, all they have to do is look to dodge his sword during the brief moments his eyes change
-...Chloe, did you figure that out yourself? -Yes, although I suppose anyone watching by his side would realize it
-sfx - glance
-O-of course I knew that!! -I even know the number of split-ends Monsieur Belle has! -I do too, it's seven -EH?! -No way! -Chloe!!
-What worries me is what "Lemasque" is after... -Why is it that he chose to attack with a few people at a time? -I have a bad feeling about this...
18 -mmm...I think this Lemasque may be quite an enemy after all -Ha?! -Georges, are you Lemasque? -You know more about me than anyone!
-Eh? I saved you!
---fu fu fu...how good of you to figure it out! -I guess there's no need to hide it!
-Then I'll make you spit out everything you know later -now, now -I'm just messing around!
-Hey, you're an inquisitor right? -I give up already, I'll tell you everything! -I don't want to feel any pain!
-Nope. I don't believe any information people simply volunteer -Since there's quite a few of you left, I know I should be mindful of how much of my power is remaining... -But since you injured me,
19 -I'm in a pretty bad mood right now
-I have just the game for the two of you to participate in -It's one that can only be played by identical twins such as yourselves. I just came up with it. -If you win, I'll spare your lives -I'm thinking that probably...
-One of you is sure to die left: He moves in without hesitation!!
the 6th act/end. Next time: Will the they be able to remain twins?!
-END-https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2234[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 5 by shrimpy2007-08-10T17:44:22+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comI changed (or should say corrected) the names as per the comments in the last thread. please see the last chapter translation thread to read the details. Basically the new characters' names are all puns.
01 -Get a grip on yourself, balayeur! -If I slow down and think it through, I can make sense of this situation
-Tonight...I came to kill a "Belmonde" who lived in this cloister... -Man, that face of his pisses me off
-But I couldn't read the movements of his sword... -So--
left: What is he looking at??
02 -ARGHH! I CAN'T UNDERSTAND A DAMN THING!! -WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED?? HOW DID THINGS TURN OUT LIKE THIS!?
-What do you mean "what happened"? -When you chop something up with this sword, that's what happens
-Normal people don't really have that ability... 技術的にも 性格的にも -Nor that terrible personality!!
03 top left: The 5th Act - The neat freak below title, small: A mysterious tale of Baroque torture below title, large: There's times of peace and quiet, even for those deep underground...
04 -Better put all your strength into holding up your ass //t/n - this is literally what he says -If you slip up for a second, that body of yours that's barely connected will fall to pieces -And you'll die
-If you want me to save you, then you'd better tell me everything -Where you heard about my secret existence, and why you came to take my life
-Hmm... -I can't seem to remember...
-Really...what a shame, I guess I'll just have to let you die -But you know, I'm a very merciful guy
-That's why I'll give you one last chance to live -I have just the perfect game for someone who loves to be as clean as yourself
05 -Ww-what are you doing!? What are you plaining to do with that vermin!?! 汚物
-Ew! I hate rats more than anything else!! -Celine, you're afraid of them? -I ate them when I was on the streets... -EEEH?! -You're lying! (small - no way!)
-What?? What'd you put on my head!! -One of Chloe's handmade meatballs. It doesn't taste as good as it smells, though [香りの割りに味は今一だがな」 -Oh my...(blush) -IT'S NOT A COMPLIMENT!!
-Well then, I'll just let this little guy down by your feet -Drawn by the smell of the meatball, he'll climb up your body's staircase...
06 -And he'll eat the meatball on top of your head -If you can hold out the whole time, you win -I'll put your body back to normal
-Me and these three promise not to interfere -Well? wanna play?
-He means to let that vermin crawl all over my head!? -Who the hell would accept that challenge?!
-...that's what I want to say, anyway...but at this rate I'm going to lose my grip and die! -Okay, I'll do it -Oh? I'm glad -umu (=chuckle) Because I'd hate to see someone die a needless death (small - probably)
-He's not treating him like a prisoner...this is just like his usual interrogations -Belmonde is trying to find out everything he knows...
07 -Yosh! Here we go! チューベルグ Chuuberugu! (Any clues as to what his name might mean? Is it a french word? Chuu would be squeak in japanese...+ berge ...??)
08 -It's already figured out where the meat is!! That little pig!! 卑しん坊 -Just like you... (small - quietly (?) ) -If anyone's a pig, it's definitely you Chloe!! -.........i suppose so (small: i can see why) -She admits it?!
-You can do it you can do it you can do it!! -It can't last more than 30 seconds!
-uhehehehehee!! -T-Tickles!! Every section (切断面) it touches just tickles too much!! I'm losing my grip!!
-Are you alright? Looking pretty shaky there! プルプル (don't know what this means)
09 -Damn...so this is what he meant? -How the hell is this being "merciful"?! He's evil!! -Uhehehe!!
-uh huh -Just keep it up!
-Uhehehee! Uhehehe! -Gotta endure it!! The meatball is going to fall! Don't give up!! My body will fall apart!!
-It stopped...that's where his dick is, right? -You don't need to use that word!!
10 -wH-WHAT SMELL ARE YOU GOING AFTER?!
-buHWAAHA!! It smells? It smells down there?! -I thought you were Mr. clean!!
-Monsieur Belle is so vulgar! Laughing at jokes like that... -There are plenty of men who aren't aware of their odor...(small: it must be strong...) -I think I'm fine...
-...ung -ughnghh!! -...ch...OI!!
11 -BUWAHAHAHAHAAH!!! -I didn't know you two were that close!
-Oh! -He started climbing again!
-uhehehehe! uhehehe! -You little furball! I'm going to mince you to bits later!!
-Gah...a...aah!! This is bad...I can't hold back from laughing...I'm at my limit! bottom corner: uhehehe! uhehehe -I'm slowly losing my grip!! -Ah...only three more seconds...! -UHEHEHE!!
-all the bubbles here "uhehehe" leftmost: D-damn...this is it!!!
12 -I-it jumped!!
-H-hey!! This... -this fleabag is on my face!! -...but...
-Je t'ai-------me!! (I love you!!) -I would never have guessed I loved rats this much!! (t/n - i hope it's clear he's just happy at the fact he's almost free...strange wording here)
-Yosh!! Just a little more!! A little more!!
13 -Ah!! It's almost there!
-YOSH! I WIN!!
-What's wrong?! Why'd you stop!?
-Why are you shaking!? -Hurry up and grab it!! GO!!!
14 no txt
15 -What's this? I wonder what happened to Chuuberugu
-Aha!! no bubble: Camus is such a good boy -Belmonde said he wouldn't interfere...so this is what he meant
-Why?! What's happening?! -EAT IT!
-what are you doing, takin' a leak!? -Quit spreading your filth, you piece of trash!! (汚物が汚物を出すな！）
-Hah...!! -I moved too fa... -st!!!
-agu---!!
-Hahaha! -Your loss! -Then, I'll be taking a peek at your memories
-OUVRIR! (unlock)
16 no txt
17 -hmm -This is going to be more troublesome than I though
-A BAND OF FIVE?! -You mean, there's four left?!
-Uh huh. They're all split up searching throughout the building -They don't know my exact location yet -The band's name is "Teifuo" (t/n - what is this name?) -It's a group of mercenaries that got together and formed a team
-They're after your life, monsieur belle? -But where did they get the information about you?
-They're after money -The first one to kill me is supposed to receive a reward from their client -The source of their information was the client. His name seems to be "Lumasque"
18 -Still, I have no idea who this Lumasque is nor why he wants me dead -This guy wasn't told anything -There must have been another member who handled the negotiations
-So that means we have no idea who the ringleader is -What should we do...
-Easy. If we wait, the other members will show up one by one -If we take them out one by one, -Then eventually we'll get the guy who knows about Lumasque
-I can't believe you can stay so calm in an emergency like this...
-Aah...I'm enjoying myself...after all, there's few who'd come just to challenge me -Plus, it's different from my interrogations with prisoners -Because I can kill them without a problem
19 -Ch...The first one here was balayeur? -But looks like he bit the dust
-The 2nd one's here?!
-Did you tell balayeur about Belmonde's strange powers? -Droidroite? -No, I didn't, Gaugauche -After all, I really hated him
-Ah! Me too!! We really are alike in every way!
-T-two at once!? (small: twins?) -And this time it looks like they know about Belmonde's power!
-Four to go... -The problem is whether or not my magic will last till the end...
the 5th act/end next time: Belmonde decides to go two-on-two!! Who's his partner?!
-end-
Thanks for waiting, everyone. I was feeling under the weather today so I've been extremely slow and had to take breaks.https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2233[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 4 by shrimpy2007-08-08T21:43:54+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comThanks for waiting folks, I'm finally free again. I should be able to keep up weekly from now on. Taking a look at the releases, it looks like i'll be doing Belmonde and Claymore as my personal projects. Everything else will either be by request or if I'm reading it and I don't see a translation already up.
I'll be translating this chapter as I go since I'm in the middle of things, so if it's not done come back later. After this I'll do claymore extra 2.
This time, I'm trying to mimic the style of narration, let me know if it's a little too much.
01 とある夕刻気づくと彼はいつものほの暗い場所に来ていた ある人物への呪詛の言葉を何万回と叫んだ場所だ -It was one day, after night had fallen, that he retreated to his usual abode -It was a place that he called down evil day after day upon one certain man...
だがこの夜は珍しく（彼にとっては本当に珍しいことなのだが）幸福な気持ちに満たされていた -But this night was unusual (well, everything about him is unusual), because it was filled with a very happy air
ようやくこの日が来た ベルモンド さんざん苦しめられたお前を -Belmonde... -You've made me suffer unspeakable things -But the day has at last arrived...
ついに殺すことが出来る -That I can finally kill you!
まずはあの五人衆に役割を果たしてもらうとしょう・・・ 長い夜が始まろうとしていたーー -I just need those five to carry out their part first... -Looks like tonight is going to be a long one--
left: 極秘の存在である彼を知る男！！ -Why does this man know of belmonde?!
02 right: 謎の男の命により5人が迫る！ -Under that mysterious man's command, 5 men are closing in!
修道院Ｒ。ＳＴ。Ｍ正面 Outside Rivière Saint Michel
こいつらってホントにあのリシュリウ親衛隊だったのか？ ああ 間違いない 馬車で囚人の搬送をしているらしい ルマスクからの情報では4人のはずだが一人足りないな・・・まだ中にいるんだろう -Were these guys really part of Richelieu's defense squad? -No doubt about it, they were part of the convoy transporting prisoners -According to Lemasque's intelligence, there was supposed to be four, but we're one short...he's probably inside
世に名高いリシュリウの親衛隊も俺たちが相手じゃこのざまが もう少し早くパリに戻っていれば・・・ -You mean this is the level of Richelieu's precious squad? They're no match for us -If only you guys had returned to Paris sooner,
殺されることもなかったのになぁ -You might have lived to see tomorrow
はーあ！！セリーヌ様なんという破廉恥なポーズを・・・ ちょっとベル様！似顔絵は頼みましたけど私あんなポーズとってませんよ！！ 脱いでもないし！ そうだったか？ -AAAAH! What have you done to mademoiselle Celine?! -Wha--m-Monsieur BELLE!! I might have asked you to draw my picture but I didn't ask for that pose!! -Or my clothes missing!! -Oh, really?
気に入らないなら破り捨てるまでだ ああ！もったいない！ -Well if you don't want it I guess I'll just have to trash it -STOP!! That'd be a waste!!
なんだ欲しいのかロラン このムッツリすけべか このエロエロ親衛隊！ うわああ！何を言ってるんだ僕は！！ -What, you want it Roland? -Didn't know you were into this kind of stuff -You perv!! -UWAAH!! What are you talking about?! I just--!
04 この絵を見る限りたいした体じゃないわね 私に比べれば -Looking at this figure, you don't have much to offer -Compared to me, that is
！！なによ！！クロエ！ ベル様の助手にしてもらえたからって調子にのるんじゃないわよ！！ -!! What did you say, Chloé !! -Just because Monsieur Belle let you become his assistant doesn't give you the right to act so cocky!
私の方が絶対いい体よ！ ほら ほら -I'm way better!! see? see?
セ・・・ セリーヌ様貴族令嬢がそのようなまねは どう？ 負けを認めなさい -M- -Mademoiselle Celine!! This is not the way a noble should conduct herself... -See!? -Now admit your defeat!
あらこんなことに桃が もいでベルに食べさせてあげよう きゅあ！ -Oh, you mean these tiny peaches? -I'll pick them so master Belle has something to eat -kyaa!
ちょっと話しなさいよ！ あらこの桃なかなか取れないわ 二人とももっと仲良く -S-stop it! Let go! -Oh my, they seem to be stuck on tight... -hahaha!! bottom right: P-please...play nice, you two...
05 なんか随分とにぎやかになったね ジョルジュどうしたこんな遅くに 差し入れさ 仕事が終わった頃だろうと思って -Seems like you're having a party down here -What brings you down here this late, George? -Refreshments! -I thought you might have been done with work, so...
small: a carrot...
長い付き合いだがお前が死にたがってるとは知らなかったぞ はは冗談冗談ほらパンとミルク -I've known you for quite a while but I never knew you wanted to die so young -Haha it was a joke...see? I have bread and milk too
でもベルッちの周りがこんなににぎやかになるなんて あの頃は創造もできなかったな -Still, hard to believe it's so lively around you, Belluchi -I would've never imagined it back then
フン hmph
06 ガキの頃はこの地下室に閉じ込められた私に会いに来るのは アンドレ副院長とお前だけだったな small: でさ・・・その親父様が実はオカマって話でね そうだ 僕ら3人は親子のようなもんさ -When I was a kid, the only ones who came to see me -Were you and Andre small: oh, did'ya know? They say the old man's actually gay! (t/n - what the heck are they talking about?!) -Yeah -We were like family
副院長には怒鳴られた記憶とどつかれた記憶しかないだな はは僕には優しいおじさんって感じだったけどね -All I can remember is the Abbot screaming and kicking my ass (t/n - ZOMG best word ever http://tinyurl.com/2fjyq7) -Haha, I always thought that was his way of showing he cared
あの頃から・・・私にほんの少しでも人間らしい部分が身についたとするなら・・・ -Ever since back then, if there was one person I had to attribute to giving me a single ounce of humanity
-it would have to be you, George
07 (note - sorry, it's talking too long to type the script. Unless it's a special/complex sentence I'm going to just trans from here out)
-Oh, knock it off, saying something that isn't like you -Did something bad happen to make you say that?
-After all, you don't have a single ounce of humanity in you -just kidding
-you may be right -Ops, looks like I said too much (the small txt is a chuckling sfx)
-Well, I'm off to bed -Later
食いしん坊のクロエが一人でパンを食べつくそうと！ -Monsieur Belle!! Chloé's being a pig and trying to eat all the bread!! -glug -glug -Oh--now she's downing the milk in one breath! -S-so fast!! -Roland!! Quit staring and stop her!!
box: 五人衆”ティフォ” 頭 ゴシィスマ The 5-man band "teifuo"/leader - goshiisuma (t/n - help! names! what are they? likely french...any ideas on the code name there and what it means?) -All right, let's go have a look -According to Lemasque, somewhere inside this cloister -Is that "Belmonde" guy
08 - here's their names for future reference ドドルワ - Droidroite (it's like saying le-left) ゴゴーシュ - Gaugauche (and ri-right) ブッチ - pucchi バレアー - Balaiar
-so that means the first ones to find him and kill him -are the ones who'll get Lemasque's reward, right? right: Gaugauche left: Droidroite
-o-ooh, so this is "first come-first serve"?? ”早し者勝ち” -I just learned that word! box: pucchi
-Obviously, you retard -Anyway, if we wake the friars it's going to get messy -Best to do this as quietly as possible -We should treat this like an assassination box: Balaiar
-Since Lemasque is willing to pay that much for this job, -it's best not to let your guard down -You mean he'll be stronger than Richelieu's squid?! -SQUAD you idiot, it's SQUAD
-...Argh!! -I got blood on my shirt! lower right: Tiny spot 俺としたことが！！ -There's no way I did this! (t/n - not sure)
09 -Damn you!! Spewing your germs on me! -C-calm down, Balaiar! You gotta fix that tamper! -It's TEMPER, not tamper!! (潔癖） -Just keep your mouth shut, dumbass!
-All right, everyone
-The race is on!! (競争）
-Ww-wait up!!
10 -Hey Roland, what'ya think of this one? (small - it's Chloé ) left - uhuhuhuu!!
-Please stop this!! -Absolutely not! I won't look! -GUWAH!! C-Chloé... -W-what!! Chloé!! -Did you really pose for that!? -I wonder...
-Well, if it's for master Belle, -there's no pose I can't make
-Eeeek!! Monsieur Belle!! Can I live here too!? -You can't. We already have Camus. There's no more room for pets -Meow -Who're you calling a pet!?
11 -Ha ha...Chloe has quite a mean side doesn't she? 腹黒い
-That's why my name is CH-LO-e (T/N - KU-RO-e, pun on previous line. haraguroi = mean, kuro (dark) sounds like the latter part of the word) -Really?? -Nope -Nngggh!! (sfx of frustration, swap for something better?)
-Well then, I will be taking my leave -Me too -After those two interrogations, I'm pretty worn out from using my magic
-But Roland, let me ask you something -Who's the guy that's been standing over there?
-huh?
-...w-WHO ARE YOU--!?
12 -I hate filth so much...I'm always having to clean up here and there ついた通り名が”ほうき・Ａ”ってんだ -That's why my name's Balaiar (t/n - here's the line that hints about his name. the text there is "broom - A". In french the word is Balai + A. So is his name spelled balaiar) -I'm so pissed off that I got my clothes dirty
-In fact, it made me so upset that I threw that shirt away -Oh...another stubborn stain... (all these little bubbles say something like "scrub") -Finally! -Now I'm feeling a lot better
ここに一番乗りてきたからな！！ -Because it looks like I got to you first!!
-Not you! I want the guy behind you... -BELMONDE---!!
-Looks like this man is more than just a petty thief!! こそ泥
-Hou...there's people who've heard of me in the outside world? -I'd love to hear the details about that
14 -Wh-WHAT THE!!
-Are you insane?! Isn't that guy your ally?
-GASP GASP 前置き位してください！ -Monsieur Belmonde!! Couldn't you at least give me a warning or something?! -I'm going to stab you from behind -TOO LATE NOW!!
15 -Wh--what!? What the hell happened?!
-Why do you know about me? -And why are you here? -I have a lot of questions I want to ask you...
-That's right...Belmonde, as well as this torture chamber, are part of the country's top secrets. We protect it with our lives -So from what source was this information leaked?!
-But I'm guessing you aren't going to give me the answers so easily
-I know! You said you hate dirt, right? -I just thought of the perfect way to make you confess
16 -Hey, Chloe, could you please go get the thing that comes out often from the storeroom? -Yes
-What "thing"?
-I don't get this guy...what was it Lemasque said about him again? -Ah, whatever...after all, the one who's going to get the reward...
-IS ME!!
17 -Rea-dy? un deux trois -un deux trois
-Damn!! I can't tell where the heck he's swinging!! -More importantly...
18 -What the hell is going on!?!
19 -Heru I gosh it risch ere (Belle, I got it right here) -squeak/squeak -Oh, good job! small: I'll pet him later
EEK!! small - that's a...! small left: Why's it in her teeth?!
-R-R-RAT!?!
left text: What torture lies in store?!
-Well then, I've got the perfect torture for a clean freak like you -We're going to play a little life-staking game here with the filthiest thing in the world -squeak
The 4th act/end next time: Balaiar screaming at the top of his lungs! Fear leads to even greater fear...!
-end-
Thanks for everyone's help/suggestions!https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2229[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 3 by shrimpy2007-07-25T13:08:20+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comI'm quite amazed how fast this series has picked up fans. I honestly didn't expect such a response here. Due to the public outcry, here's ch 3.
Feel free to use the translation as needed, and even to tweak the dialogue as you see fit (i've even noted some areas were you might want to change things). All I ask for is credit...thanks!
I've got a couple of announcements, see the bottom of this post.
01 Le VisiteuR - The third act: The man with the foul mouth
読書も、拷問も、彼の日常 Books by day, torture by night...that's his daily routine (t/n - i took quite a liberty here. it was too boring to trans literal)
bottom right: ishioka shouei (author)
upper right: Things are getting even more exciting! This new series' third installment comes in center color and a huge 23 pages!! blue: Thank you for the overwhelming response to this "strange tale of baroque torture!!"
02 right: There's someone who isn't afraid of Belmonde!! Why is he so angry!?
-You spoiled brat!! box: Rivière Saint Michel's Vice-Abbot Andre (t/n well, looks like no one has found out so vice-abbot it is. Don't know if that's correct though, i'll be using it until further notice)
-He hit monsieur Belmonde! -What's going on!?
-What are you doing, all of a sudden! -You must be losing it in your old age, viellard (=older man insult in french. credit to silver_sea)
bottom: About the story - The stage is 17th century France! At that time, there was a man who lurked underground...His name was Belmonde. Every night, his job was to make criminals confess the truth by any means necessary...in other words, by "torture"!!
03 -HOW MANY TIMES DO I GOTTA TELL YA -NOT TO LEAVE FOOD ON YER PLATE!!
-...haa?
-Listen up, sonny! The food ya eat every day was grown by the hard work and sweat of all the monks here! -If ya really appreciate it, then the least ya can do to show yer gratitude is finish yer plate!
---but, -I hate carrots
-Quit actin' like a kid!! -GUWAH--!!
04 -I'm gonna teach ya a thing or two--!! (t/n - sfx across top of the panel are lecturing/complaining sfx) -Belmonde upset him -over something so trivial...!! no bubble: he's pretty lively for an old man -But I really hate car-- SFX - wham -GUWA--!!
-Uh...is the vice-director always like this with monsieur Belmonde?
-Well, yes...he's something like a father to all the young monks, me and Belucchi included no bubble: Belucchi?? box: Friar Georges
-Because Belucchi's a descendant of the witches, no one wants to have anything to do with him. -But the abbot's the only one who didn't mind -Ever since he was little, Belucchi has never listened to anyone but the abbot.
-Hey, Georges -What's up?
-You've got cooking duty this month, right? If you serve up that red stuff on my plate again, you're going to be the main dish (t/n - more lit. like I'll make you into the food's ingredients, or in context = i'll chop you up) -Quit making carrots or else!! -ha...ha...
-You know I can't do that...we're not allowed to go by our preferences -Hmph...then where shall I begin... (t/n - so tempted to put "so what would YOU like on your tombstone"...lol...get it?) no bubble: Your nose is bleeding!!
05 -If there's one thing I've learned over the past few weeks, sfx - un un (like deidra's thingy, he's agreeing w/ himself) -it's that everyone has their weak points...
-Monsieur Bell! Roland's saying that he thinks he's figured out your weakness! -He's getting carried away! -That's not true! Quit joking around! -I mean, most adults can't handle carrots...
-I'm extremely sorry...it's just been decided that you'll feed the livestock tonight -I'll have to mince you fine enough for the pigs to be able to chew -EEEEK! I ADMIT IT! I'M SORRY FOR GETTING CARRIED AWAY!
-He----y! The three of you retards over there!
06 -Did ya drag me here just to listen to your friggin' comedy routine!? (t/n - my liberty here. original line is lit. "I/a place like this/dragged to/what/as you please/talking about", clearly unimpressive in english)
-Three retards? who's he talking about? -Dunno...after all there's only one here -Let me guess who you're referring to...
-Quit screwing around, ya pony-tailed, narrow-eyed pansy! -Just lookin' at this ugly dick-head makes me sick! (t/n - lit the words here are gloomy rotten dick...uh...wtf? Feel free to change any of these insults)
small: ...ugly... (lit. "rotten"...reflecting on the previous insult about his...yeah... again, change as you feel fit. but you'll have to change the lines below too)
-Hey, Celine...what did this guy just say? Ugly what? -Huh?! Gross! I'm can't say that!! -Just what are you trying to make a noblewoman say!! You heard him perfectly well!! -I think it was ulgy d-- -DON'T REPEAT IT!!
-HEY!! LISTEN TA ME, YA BASTARD!! (original insult ビチグソ "bichi-guso")
07 -Oh my...You have quite a foul mouth -Someone as elegant as me would never use such words
-You? Elegant? Don't make me laugh!! (t/n -stupid eggplant? ボケナス) -I overheard something when I was transported here...something about you living down here your whole life -Ah -What's up with that?!
-You some kinda mole? Or rat? You've never stepped into daylight...makes perfect sense with that disgusting, pale face of yours -This room's pretty musty too...must be from your stench after all!
-Shut up.
-Ha? What are ya talking about? You brought me here cuz ya wanted me to talk, isn't that right?
08 -All you need to do is answer the questions you're asked, stupid
-HUH?
-...this guy forced me to say it -WHAAAT!?
俺ァガキでもいけるクチだぜ？ その細い首噛み切って血をすすってやろうか？ -Hah! You wanna take me on, kid? -I'll bite that head of yours right off and suck your blood out!
(this is a sfx bubble - Chaki...no clue...sound of readying a sword??)
-Oooh. It's the age of Richelieu, and you're going to try to torture me or something?
-Precisely!
-WHA?!
09 -Roland, give me the details of tonight's request -Huh? Ah, right away
-What the? -It felt like he just cut me...
-This guy's name is Vieshii ヴェシィ -He's a trafficker in the slave trade
10 -A few days ago, we took into custody a girl that was put up for sale from an unjust trade -She's right over there, crouched in the corner
-She must have been through a lot -Even if you try to speak to her, she won't listen to a single word
-We were eventually able to arrest this man but he's nothing more than a low ranking trafficker -hmph -The organization backing him kidnaps young girls similar to her from poor villages -and pawns them off as "slaves" to turn a profit
11 -Tonight's request is simple -We want you to find out who and where the leader of this slave trading ring is
-I heard that mother was also a slave before her death -"Slave"...what an unpleasant word -I think so too!
-Well then, potty mouth -You've been pretty quiet for a while...but I suppose you'll want to start talking real soon -Now that you mention it, it has been pretty quie... -EEEK!!
12 -What is that!? What's happening to him!?
-I-I can't breathe!! No, -I can inhale, but I can't exhale!!
13 -My sword sliced you not too long ago, remember? -At that time, I created a valve pointing downward in your trachea -The valve opens when you inhale, -But closes when you try to exhale
-Oh, I see...his body is swelling up because he can only breathe in no bubble: He' huge
-Who the hell is this guy?! -There's no way he could use magic like that!
-A-a-aaaaaah!
-Oi oi, just how much do you think your lungs can stretch? -It's going to be a huge problem for me if you explode...your guts will fly out everywhere -Roland, you'll have to clean it small in same bubble: M-m- bubble: ME!?
14 -I-I can't take any more! -My lungs are going to burst!
-If you promise to answer my questions then I'll make it so you can exhale again
-Hm? Did you just nod your head? It's like you can barely move so it's hard for me to tell -I'm so swollen I can hardly move, you idiot!! Hurry up and figure it out!!
-Monsieur Bell! I don't think he can take any more! -Listen to her!! I don't want to have to clean anything!!
15 -Is that so? Well then, I'll have to give in to Roland's selfish demands and put you back to normal -WHO'S BEING SELFISH!?
----ah...!! -I can breathe out! And talk!!
-So, tell me. Who is the leader of the organization and where is he right now?
sfx at top - depressed -Ah... -Guess I have no choice...
16 --LIKE HELL I'D TELL YOU ANYTHING, YOU SON OF A BITCH! -YOU WANT TO DIE?
-DIE!! BASTARD!! DIE!! BASTARD! DIEEEEE! (t/n - he says "shine"/"boke" over and over here. die idiot die basically but...sounds really weird to me)
-Anyways, your face made me sick the second I saw it! -What's with that creepy stare of yours!? And you look like a friggin' woman with that hairdo! -You thought you could make me do as you please?! I got news for you, ya piece of shit!
17 -How vulgar! Roland, tell him to confess this instant! -I'm not saying a word!
-I ain't telling ya anything, ya moron! -You shithead!! You creep! You @#!%!!
-Hmph... -As I expected, you can say quite a bit for only taking in one breath -But I couldn't stand listening to so much foul language -By the way, are you all right? You've exhaled quite a bit
-Huh? What are you---
-AAA!!
-T-this time I can't inhale!!
-I'm so sorry, I really meant to return you to normal, but -at the last second my hand slipped and i ended up flipping the valve around -You became able to exhale...but not inhale
18 -I-It hurts...!!
-I-I re-ally pr--omise to c-c-onfess, --so -F-fi--x i-it!!
-I refuse -I've taken so much abuse... -Just as a piece of venetian glass, your words have wounded my delicate heart
-H-he's becoming extremely thin... -It's like...the life is coming out of him too...
-A...a....! sfx bubble is him letting it out....
19 -Hey, no wetting your pants -You ugly dick-head (direct quote of line back from the beginning)
-Wha....!
-Go on, tell me the name and location of your leader
-OUVRIR! (unlock)
20 -That's what he looks like no bubble: Wow, he's good! no bubble: a handlebar mustache? (t/n what's the name of this mustache!?) -His name is Pesucoru (ペスコル), a lower ranked noble. I've marked his location on the map.
-We thank you for your cooperation in this case -Hmph
-Hey, monsieur Bell? Could you draw my portrait next? -I only draw women nude, though (:):):)) -EEEH!?
21 -Hey you!! Stop right there!
-Three years ago... -I lost my parents to these men -I was abducted from my village
-Let me take my revenge!
-I-I can't allow you to do that!
22 -Do it.
-You have every right to. -No matter what, that man's going to be executed anyway
-Monsieur Belmonde! Please stay out of this!
-But you'd best prepare yourself 怨みで人を殺めた者の心の闇に 光が射すことは永遠にない
Light will never shine in the dark heart of one who has killed because of a grudge. (credit to zyndrir)
-fufu...I'm already covered in darkness これまで何人の下衆な男どものもとを渡り歩くされてきたことか・・・ -Do you have any idea how many terrible men I've had to serve up until now? (thanks zyndrir for the help) -My body and my heart are completely stained
-I don't care what happens anymore -Because there's no place for me anywhere
23 -Do you...like carrots?
-I don't have any preferences -There were times I've had to eat leftovers to survive left: A basement for two!!
-All right! Starting from today this will be your place. -Make yourself at home!
-Wait just a minute, monsieur Bell!! You mean you're going to live with her!? -Just because she'll eat your carrots!? You're that afraid of the vice-abbot?! -Quiet, Roland -Hey, what's your name?
-Crowe (クロエ）
bottom right: The third act/end. Next time: Someone who knows of Belmonde's existence [does something shocking]!! (t/n - the sentence is incomplete. The [] is added by me, so i have no idea what it could imply. feel free to tweak as needed)
-END-
Good grief! I hope they get out of this basement soon because I'm already tired of looking at bricks every other panel.
All that's left is some feedback over the blue text. Let me know about the names, and I hope someone can give me input as to the translation questions near the end.
Thanks everyone for your support and comments. To reiterate, I have exams upcoming so no promises on next week. This is on a if-I-find-the-time basis.
Oh and one more thing. I just noticed that there were changes in the HnC thread, namely cnet's trans'es are now non-exclusive. What this says to me is I no longer see any need for me to translate HnC(unless he goes on vacation, the scanlation group comes back, etc). If there is still some reason anyone wants me to translate it, pm me and we'll talk about it. I have a lot of backlog, not only in my personal responsibilities, but also in the group that i trans for.
Any other requests or comments, just pm me or post under my "vacation" thread in my forum. I'll still be floating around the forums throughout the week.https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2227[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 2 by shrimpy2007-07-14T16:00:30+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comLet's see what our little sadist is up to this week... //thx xi0 (note - I type out some kanji for my learning purposes. please don't pay it any mind...unless it's brightly colored; then i have a translation question)
01 white top: The shocking "torture" that's causing a stir everywhere! black left: This mysterious torture continues tonight! under the title: The 2nd act - 飲む男 (i'm not translating this yet b/c i dont know the context. nomu means drink but has a lot of other meanings too) vertical: Finding the truth...that is my sole mission author: Ishioka Shouei bottom: About this story: The setting is 17th century France...in an underground basement lived a man who hid underground. His name was Belmonde. Every night, his job was to make prisoners confess the truth, namely by using "torture"!!
02 -Mhm, mhm -You mean that man challenged ten others to fencing duels, and defeated them with this decorative-looking sword?
right: This man loves his weapons! -Correct. Afterwards, he was arrested for violating the ban on duels -Hou -It's pretty rusted （錆）, as if he wasn't able to wipe the blood off afterwards
-But I believe he didn't want to wipe it off -He wanted to watch the blood drizzle （滴る） down his blade /small: I know the feeling
03 -Hey Roland, help me test this out a sec, will you? -NO WAY!
-Ch...He's very stingy, isn't he Camus? -I'm just fine being stingy, thank you very much!
-Belmonde is truly a strange person -Although, he has been locked underground in this cloister （修道院） since he was born...
-It's surprising that he doesn't want to see the outside world small: Hm? small: You put on a little weight small: Meow small: (Really?) -It must be because he's this kind of person -That Cardinal Richelieu chose to entrust this top secret work to him
04 -After all, Belmonde possess a power abhorred by our society, as he comes from the line of "witches" -I'm sure that as the leader of this country, Cardinal Richelieu does not want anyone to learn of that fact
-Including me...I have to protect this secret down to my death -You can do it, Roland!
-WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING?! -Hm? Isn't it okay to test out my new sword if I sneak up slowly? -NO!! BESIDES, ISN'T THAT THE SWORD YOU ALWAYS USE?!
-ahem...Since you have accepted the sword as your payment, then allow me to explain today's re--
----But before tha-a-a---t!! -W-what is Mademoiselle Celine doing here?! -I had some time to spare -Besides, thanks to him, father returned home safely!
05 -This really isn't a place for a noble's daughter （貴族令嬢）... -Roland, shut up! -Is it okay, monsieur Belle? -Don't get in my way -OKAY!
-Just when did she get so close to him?! small: "monsieur BELLE"!? -If you will excuse me, I'll go fetch the prisoner
-YOU INSOLENT FOO-----LS! -How dare you bring me, Baron Machoire (マシュワル）, to this filthy underground prison! -Do you have any idea of what you're doing!!?
06 -Well, -Since my birth, I have never stepped foot outside -So you could say I'm a bit lacking in common sense
-Haa!? Hey, jailer! What nonsense does he speak!? -It's true.
-Naturally, very few people know of me -You could even say that I don't exist
-So no one will believe in the things -that I'm about to do to you
-...huh?? -What do you mean?
07 -Wow. Looks like there's going to be some torture involved too. (in monotone 棒読み) [t/n - use periods, it's the only way i can think to emphasize monotone] -Oh really. That's terrible. (in monotone) -(Celine is really getting worked up) ノリノリ
-T-there's no way the Cardinal would allow such an act!!
-Shut it.
-Eeee!!
お前らみたいなのがいるせいであのジイさんも奇麗事を言ってられなくなっているのだろう -It's because there's people like you that even the old man can't afford to be fair in every case.** **(EDIT: 勉強になりました。 This expression, 奇麗事を言ってられない means "can't afford to be nice/fair"...watch out for kireigoto.)
-Roland, explain his background -Right away
08 -His name is Baron Machoire マシュワル . 男爵と言っても剣によって王に仕えてきた伝統的な貴族ではなく -Although a Baron in name, by his sword he is not of the traditional line of nobles who serve the king. (t/n - i dont know history here, so someone if you may - what does he mean by his sword? did the swords people possessed display rank?)
-Rather, by means of some connection he bought his title as a noble -In other words, he is a "[b]parvenu[/b]". (t/n - This japanese word here is the same as this french word. The furigana isn't there but I found it by dictionary. called 成り上がり, means someone who recently climbed the social ladder) -Hmph
-Oh, my! -They give us traditional nobles a bad name!
-Stop your foolish talk! (戯けええ！） -Old-fashioned nobles like you who don't have a single dime-- -You're the fakes!!
-Oi, you want me to push this sword over to your side? -Uwa--!!
09 -The reason he has been arrested is to find if he has connections to a band of thieves called the "brochette" ブルゴーニュ一帯を荒らす強盗団”ブロシュットゥ”（串焼き）が稼いだ金がマシュワル男爵のもとに流れているのでは・・・と -This band has been burglarizing the region of [b]Bourgogne[/b], and there is suspicion that they have been channeling their funds to the Baron (t/n - bourgogne = burgundy. it's just the french spelling)
-Oh, I see! Based on your stolen profits you used it to buy a noble's status! -What nerve!
-What rubbish! Just where is your proof!
-Our spies' (密偵） information is completely reliable, but it isn't proof -Like I said!!
-So that's it? You want me to examine him to make him spit out the location of the thieves' hideout? -That means he must be a member of the band! -We can bring down the whole group at once
-Hah! There's no way I can confess something I know nothing about!
-Just how hard do you think I had to work to get this noble status?? -Torture? That's nothing but a bluff! -No way! There's no way they'll get anything out of me!
10 -I-I'LL CONFESS!! -I-I'LL CONFESS, SO PLEASE!! -STOP THIS AT ONCE!!! sfx - bata bata
11 -hmph 何人も我が前にて真実を語らずること能わず -There is no one who can resist speaking the truth before me!
-His body is falling into little wooden-like pieces
-Wh-what the heck is this?! -Am I dreaming?!
-This bizzare method is Belmonde's way of interrogating -His mother, who was burned at the stake, was a witch. Assuming that story is true...then he's inherited that power
12 -Hey, you just said you'd confess, didn't you? -So spit it out--where's the thieves' hideout?
-N-No...I was just scared and said that without thinking! -I really don't know anything!! 耐えろ！！とにかく絶えるのだ！ -I just have to endure!! It will be over sooner or later! (t/n - i wrote this out b/c it's an excellent lesson. both those kanji are taeru, but the meaning is different.)
-fufu...Oh really? うむ・・・悪党はそれくらい抵抗してくれんとな -mhm....you're a criminal, so of course you'd be this stubborn
-What is he doing? -He's...lining up the squares of the Baron's body...
-Yosh! All done!
13 -It's beautiful, if I do say so myself (我ながら） -Yosh! I think I'll toast to myself as a reward!
-What are you doing, drinking at a time like this!? small: what reward!? (or maybe better would be "reward for what!?")
-Oops, drinking by myself shows no manners この酒は酔いが早いぞ -Go ahead, have a sip. But I gotta warn you, it's pretty strong. -That's not what I meant!!! -Ah!! open wide!
-H-hey!! Where are you pouring it!?
-lalalalala lala la la (:))
14 -All right!
-Well now, this looks like the best place for a candle!
-Take a moment to imagine...if just one piece were to fall from your side, -each little piece of your body would fall this way, one after the other... -and the last piece would fall onto this candle
-...then, that last piece would catch fire because of the wine... -that fire would go right down the line in just seconds, reaching back to you in the end
-H-He's going to burn me alive!? -Wwhat the heck is he thinking!?
15 さあ・・・白状するかしないか・・・火刑への秒読み開始だ -So, will you confess? or not confess? --let's start the countdown, shall we? (lit he says, execution by fire/to/countdown/start)
16 EEEEE!!!
-I-It's a bluff! He'll definitely stop it halfway! -Just look at his facial expression!!
-yay~! -H-HE'S DRUNK!!!
-BATABATABATABATA (bubble) belmonde - la la la ~
-T-this can't be happening!
batabata
batabata
17 -O-OKAY!! I'LL CONFESS ALREADY SO STOP!!
-hm? Did'ja shay sumtin'? (hic) small, middle of panel: I gotta pee -I SAID STOP THE LINE, I'LL TELL YOU WHERE THE HIDEOUT IS!!
-hm? oh, really? small: buruburu (this is sfx for shaking, shivering...what's the english sfx?? lol) small: Nngh!! It's gonna go in my pants... -HURRY UP, YOU IDIOT!!
-I got it, I got it grey: BAM
-Baff
prisoner - Fuu (?? put something here. anything.)
-Uwa...! That made me nervous! -It was up to the last piece...
18 -That bastard! He got me worked up over nothing! -All I need to do is make up some believable lie about where the hideout is and I can probably get out of this...
small: Whee small: dizzy
-Thud! (sfx: batan)
-Aha! Monsieur Belle's so drunk he fell over! small: so cute! -He must be weak to liquor... -H-HEEEY!!
-Just now when he fell, his foot hit it!! （擦る） -The last piece is...!!
19 -S-STOP! -At least fall toward me!!
-sfx bubble - Paff
-A--!!
20 -EEEEEE!!
-GUWAAAAAA!!
21 -The essential part of Belmonde's interrogations is creating an "opening" in his victims! -Once he shows this opening, his victim cannot resist his final question!
”我汝の深き黒淵にて偽りなき白瀬を望む” -"I desire information free of lies from deep within the depths of your darkness" -Answer me! Where is the hideout of the Brochette?
-A--aAaa---! -The is no need need for the victim to answer in words
-Because Belmonde, by means of his magic power, 解錠 ウヴリール (unlock) -"OUVRIR"!!
22 -Can literally "see" the truth, deep within the victim's eyes!
-And now, a toast to our joyous future...
-CHEERS!
23 -I saw it, Roland 完全に有罪(クロ） -He's completely guilty (t/n - by furigana, "completely black". ...any way to use this? i chose the trans by kanji)
-I'll relay the message to the bourguignons officials at once //edit - fixed. thanks death4578! -They should be able to arrest them all at once -Mm... -Make sure to tell them not to forget their firearms
-Once again, the efforts of Belmonde has saved the citizens of France from a serious threat -I'm certain the Cardinal will be pleased as well
-Uh, monsieur Belle, why is it that neither you nor the prisoner are burned?
-This fire is what's known as the "Silent blue flame" ”静寂の青炎”（せいじゃくのせいえん）
24 -In addition to the usual fuel, with the sap of a Kurokami Cedar, the wing of a Hashika moth, the blood of a Mizohiki Lizard, (t/n - i can't figure out what these things are, i'm guessing they're made up. does anyone else know? btw there's no kanji for the names, only kana so this is all the info we're given) -and finally a bit of my own blood... -The resulting flame has a very low temperature and thus rarely causes burns
-Ooo...incredible! small: (really...?)
-Oh, sorry Roland. I gave you one of my normal candles. -OUCH-!! (you did that on purpose!)
-I wonder if I should have used a real one on the prisoner too... -He had such a mean face...
-Not that I don't understand how you feel, but -please leave it to us to deal with the prisoner
-BELMONDEEEEEEE!!
-Who goes there!? No one is supposed to enter here...!
25 -You're... -Vice Abbot Andre (副修道院長) (t/n - is there such thing as a vice abbot? please check!)
-Ah...run away, Belle!
-YOU STUPID IDIOT!! white: Attacking Belmonde directly...Who his this man!? (最凶のベルモンドへ一撃 -> translators, is this saying belmonde is evil?)
bottom right: The 2nd act/end. Next time: Why was Belmonde hit? The story gets more exciting! Look forward to a center color and a huge 23 pages!
-END-
NOT MORE PAGES!! (/dies)https://mangahelpers.com/t/shrimpy/releases/2221[English] [Translation] Belmonde le VisiteuR 1 by shrimpy2007-07-08T20:41:18+00:00shrimpyadmin@mangahelpers.comIf I can finish this monster, it will be a miracle. After typing out three comic's scripts, I'm kinda fed up so if I find a line that gives me trouble I'll just type it.
Let's see how far we can get! Ready? GO!!
00 - jump cover left - yellow - this man...lives in darkness red - Cut it to pieces!! yellow again - Secrets...and truths!
top - Opens 8/4! Advance tickets for the highly acclaimed NARUTO shippuden theatrical release are now on sale! (t/n - anyone taking bets on this movie actually being GOOD?)
right - crooked txt - 揺らがぬ信念で難題に挑む者たちがいる！ There are those who confront problems with an unwavering conviction! 灼熱サマー It's a scorching summer! pink - Newly serialized, 1st shot!
lower corner - Opens december! Theatrical release of BLEACH! Newest information! (I haven't even seen the first movie yet!)
01 left - You are about to witness a form of "torture" never before seen!
upper right - newly serialized 1st shot! Belmonde Le visiteuR -The 17th Century!!
-The time when the king of France carried luxury to the extreme, it was the brilliant "Age of the Sun" (t/n - oh no, django's gonna make a guest appearance!) -It was the prime time to lead arbitrary witch hunts
-Many citizens were labeled witches, and a huge number were killed. Thus, it was also the "Age of Darkness" -This story's protagonist, without a doubt, lived as a member of that Dark Age... -His name is...
02-03 シィエン・ベルモンド Shien Belmonde (I'm terrible at romanizing names, so this is all i got for now unless someone can help out)
For every sort of evil, he has every sort of method To deal with it
upper left blue - A mysterious tale of Baroque torture! white below - the 1st act - The man who lurks underground
yellow - Opening with color, 56 pages!
bottom right - same text from cover about unwavering conviction/scorching summer/newly serialized author - Ishioka Shouei
bottom left - newly serialized white - What frightful event is going on underground? The manga continues on page 35!
04 blank (yay)
05 フランスの中心地パリから西、深い森にたたずむ修道院 -In the heart of France, Deep within the woods west of Paris, lies an isolated cloister -Rivière Saint Michel
ここには当時部外者の立ち入りを固く禁じた極秘の『地下室』があった -Inside, there's an underground room that's kept an absolute secret. At that time, outsiders were absolutely prohibited to enter it. -Every night, "prohibited acts" were performed down there
それは絶対に他人に言ってはならない。いや、言っても到底信じてもらえないような奇怪な出来事であった -They were things no one was allowed to speak of. No, even if someone tried to speak of them, they were so outrageous that one could not possibly believe it. -UWAAAAAH!!
06 -Huff -Huff -Leg--my legs!! -What did you do to my legs!!
-H-hey!! I confess!! I'll tell you everything, so please -No more!! I beg you!
-I can't stop now -You're a liar, after all
07 -Oh, that's right...there's another job waiting for me this evening -I don't have any time to waste
-GUWAAAAAAH!
sfx - thock thock (steps)
08 -KYAAA!
-It's all right, mademoiselle! It's just a mouse
-What do you mean "it's just a mouse"?! I hate mice more than anything in the world! box: サータル侯爵令嬢 セリーヌ = The Marquis Saataru's(??) daughter, Celine (my apologies I don't know french and so have no idea what this name should be)
-sigh... -That's why I said you didn't have to come! I knew the noble's daughter would be a pain to handle...sheesh box: リシュリウ親衛隊 第三分隊所属 ロラン = Richelieu's Bodyguard, member of the third squad, Roland
-Did you say something? You're a bodyguard of Cardinal Richelieu, right? You want me to tell him you're incompetent?! -Please forgive me! (she overheard!) 宰相リシュリウ、 国王ルイ１３せいにかわり政治をとりしきる男。現代でいう総理大臣。有能で知られる。 box: Cardinal Richelieu - The man who ran the government in place of King Louis the XIII. In today's terms we call the position Prime Minister. He was known for his brilliant skill.
09 -Let's go already! -No matter what it takes, I'm going to settle things today, and find out the truth about father!
-Um...mademoiselle Celine, the man we're going to meet--Sir Belmonde--has quite a short temper, so please pay attention to your speech and manners -HUH!? -Why does a noble like me have to act like a commoner?!
-I always do as a please! -Haa... -I'm going in!
10 -KYAAAA!!
-Mademoiselle Celine!
-Tonight's visitor is quite noisy, I see -Ah...
11 -What, it's just a mouse 彼がこの地下室の主シィエン・ベルモンドである box: He is the master of this underground prison, Shien Belmonde ある記録文書によれば「地下に潜む者らしからぬ気高き男」とある box: According one historical account, unlike most of those who dwelt underground, this man had high pride in his work //NOT sure of this line
box: His pet cat, Camus (カミュ）
-Geez, just who do you take me for!!
12 -Hey, I'm talking to you!!
-Well, then...let me explain the request!
-IT BURNS! -What are you doing?! It would be terrible if it hit someone! -Uh, it DID hit me...
-Hey, Roland, I know I told you I want payment up front
13 -Ah, pardon me!
-Here you are -And this is?
戦場で３７人の敵兵士を倒しその時の感覚が忘れられずに 後にパリで１２人の民衆を殺害した殺人鬼 通称４９人殺しのエスタフェが使用した凶器です -It was used to slay 37 enemy soldiers on the battlefield. Then, as if still carrying that sensation, -was used to slay 12 Parisian citizens in a series of homicides. -It is a dangerous weapon, nicknamed "The Estafe that slayed 49" //NOT sure, I can't find this name either. Does anyone know this dagger?
-Hou....it slew 49 people? -It's somehow adorable, being just one person short of 50...
そして柄は木製でやや安っぽいがその分被害者の血のシミがはっきり残っている・・・ -And with this cheap haft made of wood, you can clearly see the blood stains left by the victims... -Mmm...
14 -SUPE~~RBE!!
-What's with him?! -Sir Belmonde demands weapons seized from atrocious crimes as payment for accepting requests -It's something like a hobby to him
-What the heck! That's disgusting!
-IT BURNS!! (again!?)
-I love this dagger. -I'll accept the request.
15 -What did I tell you about doing that!! -Well then, I'll go fetch the prisoner
-You don't need to tie me to this chair! -All right, you can step back now -Yes, sir
-Mademoiselle Celine, I'm telling you I'm innocent! -Please, I beg you to believe me!
16 -Hmph!
-Allow me to explain the request. -The Marquis Saataru, mademoiselle Celine's father, disappeared over half a year ago.
-At the same time one of his servants went missing, along with many precious jewels that were kept in the mansion. ところがつ３日前にパリにて豪遊する使用人を我ら親衛隊が発見拘束しました -Moreover, just three days ago we discovered that servant causing a commotion in Paris and was taken into custody by us. (question: did i translate this correctly, assuming the servant is the same one referred to in the prior line? they do not say "kono shiyounin"...so...?)
その使用人ってのがあいつよ。でも、３日間問いただしても知らぬ存ぜぬの一点張り -That's this man. Even though we interrogated him for three full days he claimed to know nothing.
-Thus, the request this time is simple: -We want you to get any information regarding Marquis Saataru's whereabouts out of him.
17 -Hmm.
-Marquis Saataru has always been a gentle man who was concerned about his family. -Therefore, I can only conclude that he was kidnapped.
-I see...even in your searches you haven't been able to turn up any information...
-So shouldn't you assume that this kidnapped Marquis is very well dead by now?
-Sir Belmonde!! Be more considerate! -Yes, it's quite likely.
18 -But mother does not feel that way. Even now she insists he's alive. -And so, she's been using a huge sum of our private property to fund the search for the past half a year -She'll probably continue to search until the truth is found
-That's why if things are left as they are, the Saataru family will go into bankruptcy -It's clearly inevitable -Therefore,
-Make that man clearly state to us whether father is alive or dead--so that my family may continue to survive!
-For the "survival of the family"? Isn't she at all concerned about her father?
-My, you're quite composed... -Or should I say, cold hearted...
19 -hmph...Someone with as low a social status as you couldn't possibly comprehend the thoughts of a noble!
-Speaking of which, who are you anyway? -I've heard you're often referred to by another name, "Le Visiteur" (t/n - 真実を観る者 is what's written next to Visiteur. This kanji means "one who views the truth" - the meaning is coming up in what he does next so just hang on till then.) -Can you really make that man confess? -What a stupid question... (also, that's a mute point/question...but i really love having them argue here so...stick it to her, belmonde!)
何人も我が前にて真実を語らざること能わず (gotta love classical japanese :X) -There isn't a single person who will be able to hide the truth from before me (i trans'd it like this because of the next page)
20 -Come again!? -...It means it is impossible to keep secrets from Sir Belmonde.
-Yeah, well I already knew what he was saying! (I was just testing you) -(she's trying to save face...)
-It doesn't matter who or where you ask-- -You'll see I've got nothing to do with this incident!
-Well, you may be right...
-Finally, someone who listens to me! So, then le---
21 -EEEEH!!
-If I ask your body, then the answer will be clear -Whether or not you've committed a crime, that is (I flipped this order around)
-If he asks his body!?
-R-Roland!! What's he mean!? He couldn't possibly be going to torture him?!
22 -What, Celine...you mean you didn't find out beforehand? -This is the last place people are brought who won't fess up to their secrets
-And that I have special permission from Cardinal Richelieu himself! -What kind of permission?
-"The right to use any means necessary against prisoners"
-S-so you're basically an Inquisitor...?
-An Inquistor...? -Can't you think of something that sounds better than that? ahem
-Hold on! I thought Cardinal Richelieu had publicly forbidden torture as an uncivilized act! -That's certainly the case, but...
23 -Justice just isn't served by only being fair...I'm sure you understand that too -Naturally, that makes my existence top secret
-If you tell anyone, your head will roll
-If you really want to know about your father's whereabouts then what do you care about the methods I use? -Y-you're right, but...
というわけで囚人よ、貴様をこれからどうしてくれよう -...which means you, my friend, will do as I say from here on (translators, did i get this line right?)
へっ拷問が何だってんだ -Ha...you're going to torture me? -You make me laugh!
24 -I don't believe it!! Torture!?!? -Oh, shit! Shit!! -What's he going to do? Pry my nails off? Gouge my eyes out?!
-What's wrong? Feeling sick? sfx - gritting teeth
あの～僕チン痛いの苦手なんで -Um...I'm not really good with pain, you see (translators - what is "boku-chin"?! can't be his chin hurts, right?) -I'll tell you anything you want to know about the missing Marquis' whereabouts!
-HUH!?
25 -But, it includes some things that I'm sure mademoiselle Celine wouldn't want strangers to hear -So I'll only agree to telling mademoiselle herself!
-Fine.
-Geez, spit it out already! -ehehe
-This is a really disappointing outcome -I for one am relieved -that it didn't come to using those methods while on the grounds of a holy place like this
-Hey, hurry up and talk!
26 -Too bad you didn't search me better, you worthless brat!
-Shit! He was hiding a small knife!!
-KYA!!
27 -DON'T MOVE! -MOVE AND I'LL CUT HER THROAT!
-damn you!!
-A-aa-ah!!
28 -Sigh...Roland, you really messed up big this time
-By way you suddenly acted, you must be the culprit!
-You're the one who just waltzed over to me! It's your fault you got tricked! -I'm gonna use you as a hostage to get out of here!
-H-HEY!! DIDN'T I TELL YOU NOT TO MOVE!?
29 -Sir Belmonde!?
-Listen up, you foolish scum
-My job is to get the truth out of you -Not to protect that girl
-W-what did you say?!
-Sir Belmonde!! Stop this at once!!
-Y-You're bluffing!! There's no way you'd harm a noble!
-Let me tell you something -When it comes to nobles,
30 -I could care less (t/n - in the two he's saying I hate nobles. But, you can't split that across two bubbles. So I wrote the above. Or, go gansta: I don't give a shit)
31 -Mademoiselle Celine!! -W-what have you done!?
-I'm sorry Celine...I lost my common sense for a moment there
なにしろ生まれてこの方この修道院の地下から出たことがない -In any case, ever since he was born this man has never left the cloister's basement even once (translators, is this correct?)
32 -Belmonde knows neither of his parent's faces. According to written records, his father was an influential noble in his youth. It was 20 years ago...
-Out of all people, he fell in love with one of his slaves!
-"If people learn of this our family name will be ruined!" -The household's elders were enraged and tore the couple apart
-And then, a rumor surfaced..."That slave is actually a witch"!! 魔女が禍々しき術をもって息子をたぶらかした！ -"Using her fearful arts she will prey on people's sons!" (translators, help - taburakasu = to trick/cheat, but for what purpose? Is it because witches ate kids or something? Does this line mean she would eat her son? tricking her son doesn't sound meaningful in any way)
-It was the first half of the 17th century that was the prime time for "witch hunts" -If a rumor surfaced that someone was a witch, no one would doubt it even for a second -It was not long that the slave was given an unfair trial -And executed
33 -However, by that time the woman was already pregnant!
-To put the baby to death with her was too cruel, reasoned one friar
-So he raised the child in secret, using the cloister's basement -That cloister was this very Rivière Saint Michel!
-That child was none other than Shien Belmonde himself! -It was later that the family's leaders learned of his existance
-They agreed to overlook it on one condition--"He is never to leave the basement in his entire lifetime!" -They added, "If that rule is broken, we will execute everyone by the fire--including the friars--as witches' accomplices!"
34 -Fast forward 20 years...This is the man who has never been allowed to step outside the basement, even once!!
-fuuuu (sfx blowing air out your mouth??) -nngh! (well, it could be a kya moment) -Hey Celine, get a hold of yourself -You shouldn't feel any pain, right?
-EH!?
-huh?! I-I'm sure I was cut by your sword...!
-W-what about the prisoner!?
35 -W-W- -WHAT THE HELL IS THIS?!
-Even though he was cut, it's like his body stopped midway from falling apart!
-W-what's going on?!
36 創生の七曜剣 第一の剣 「ランディ」 seven luminary, also means seven days of the week/sword/of creation -"The Seven Swords of Creation" (Sousei no Shichiyouken), this being the first... -"LUNDI" (I finally decided on this, it's pretty clear he's talking about the days of the week, so Monday it is)
-What's with that sword? Half is pure white...and the other half's pure black!
魔女の血をひく私がこの剣を使えば思うがままの状態でモノを切る -When I call on the witch's blood within me, this sword allows me to cut things exactly as I envision it -I cut his body -And chose to have it only pass through yours
-Only pass through?
-There's no way anyone could normally do something like that! -Why do you possess that wicked power!? -Beats me... この質問の答えらしきものが記録文書に次ぎの様にしるされている box: The answer to that question, according to the ancient records, went something like this:
37 その力の源を考察するに我々は一つの結論に行きつかざるをえない -Belmonde was a man who truly possessed miraculous skills. We tried to investigate the source of that power, but were only able to conclude one thing on the matter (translators please check the sentence above. I'm not sure, is this supposed to be "we only arrived at once conclusion," or is it "we were unable to arrive at a conclusion"? i don't know -kazaru) -His mother, or in other words the woman suspected of being a witch who met an unfortunate death--that woman actually came from the line of witches. 記録文書「ベルモンドに関する覚書」より抜粋 (An excerpt from the ancient writings entitled "Memoirs in regards to Belmonde") [translators, correct?]
-In short, it was believed that Belmonde was a man of unique talents because he was a descendant of the witches' line and inherited their power!
38 -Damnit!! What the hell did you do!? -Damn you! You piece of shit! You nagashime*! (nagashime is "flirtatious glance" in my dictionary...i don't know how to trans it)
-"nagashime" isn't really an insult... (someone, help out here & explain :))
-What's wrong with being a nagashime??
-Wha-!? (he's a complicated person, isn't he)
-Undo this stupid trick! If you don't, I'll never tell you anything!
-Hmm? Is that what you'd like? ...guess i have no choice -Let's put you back to normal
39 -F-F-- -YOU JUST WENT AND MADE IT WORSE! -YOU MOTHER F'N LIAR! -...is what I want to say that but my voice isn't coming out!!
-huh? you seem pretty upset about something. -You mean you weren't in this shape to begin with? -Oops -I guess I was just a bit off, huh
40 -I-I can't believe someone is able to do this!
-Why am I even still alive?! At this rate, I will die...that's for sure...what should I do!?
-Hm? If I can't hear your voice then there's no way I can make you confess... -Looks like I went overboard... -All right, how about a little proposal
-If I were return you to normal, promise me you will speak of everything you know about the Marquis' whereabouts -Well, how about it?
-I-I G-OT IT!! I P-ROM-ISE!! -What? Are you trying to say something? I can't quite hear you -Isn't that your fault in the first place? -Better not move so much, it looks like your head's going to fall
41 -Okay, then how about this: If you promise to confess and want me to return you to normal, -Take one step forward -If you do anything else, I'll take it as meaning you have no desire to cooperate.
-O-OKAY!! B-but how can I be sure my body won't completely fall to pieces?!
-Oh, my...I really can't make out a thing you're saying -That's your fault!!
-Damnit! I have no choice! -Just one step!! -Careful...If I move carefully it'll be fine!
-Okay, Nice and easy.. just one step! -Nice and easy...!!
42 -Slowly... -Just... -One step...
43 -Huh!!? -Isn't something wrong?!
-You went took a step back...you're trying to get smart with me, huh? いや・・・悪党にしては見上げた根性とども評価すべきか？ -Hmph...I guess this means I thought too much of a scoundrel like you (help with this line, please. i'm really confused)
-Y-You've got it all wrong!! I-I was trying to go forward!!
-He hasn't even realized it, has he? -Indeed -It seems he is completely unaware
-That his lower body... -Ever since he was first sliced...
44 -Was turned around! -W-W-WHAAAAAT!
-Even if I tried to move forward, I would just move back!! You planned this all, didn't you!? -You took away my voice to force me to do this! -Bastard!! You never had any intention of returning me to normal!!!
45 -That's right! -"Its' your fault you got tricked"...isn't that what you said to Celine just a while ago...? (note to scanlators - he's quoting page 28, so i edited it slightly so that they can make the most sense. if you've already started typesetting you may want to go back and check it.)
-...WHA--!! You've been reading my lips! You know exactly what I've been saying!!
-Huh? -What? small - I can't hear you too well
一発ブン殴ってやる！ -YOU SHITHEAD!! I'M GONNA SMASH YOUR FACE IN!! (translators, what is the literal here? i'm not familiar with ippatsu-bun. Is it one good hit? or a "full" punch? ...)
-Aa~Aa...You shouldn't have tried to move so quickly...
46 あでょソウァ -GUWAaaah!!! (adeosou?? does anyone know what he was at least trying to say?)
-According to Belmonde, a person's will is weakest when on the verge of losing their consciousness
47 彼は彼なりのやり方でその瞬間を作りこうささやくのだ -Utilizing his unique methods, he would orchestrate that very moment and whisper to the victim in this way ”我汝の深き黒淵にて偽りなき白瀬を望む” -"I desire information free of lies from deep within the depths of your darkness" (t/n: interesting kanji usage. "shirase" is written but the accompanying kanji is shiro (white) and se (current). There is no word like that. But 知らせ means a notice/information, like when you read an flyer for something. I did research, but I'm not turning up anything. I can't help but think it actually does carry an informative meaning, but the kanji implies to readily gush forth like a (white) spring. Kind of makes sense in the contrasting "deep dark abyss" phrase before it. Anyone else have some ideas?) -Answer me: Where is the Marquis being held?
-A...AH!! -Even if the victim could not express the answer in words, it made no difference
解錠 ウヴリール (unlock) -"OUVRIR"!! -Because Belmonde,
-...by looking deep into his victim's eyes...
48 -Can literally "see" the answer to his question!!
49 (no text yay!)
50 -Hou... -They've left him alive
-nnn!! (I'm hungry...)
-You mean my father... -Is still alive?!
-Yes. He was looking rather emaciated, though -I suppose it was just to allow the prisoner to demand a ransom once he exhausted all of his money
-Roland, I'll draw you a map later -There is a lookout but it shouldn't be anything that one squad can't handle
-Understood.
51 -As expected of the one called "Le Visiteur"...just how many cases has he been able to solve with that mysterious power of his? -There's not a doubt that he and the Cardinal have been supporting the stability of this country from the shadows!
-When I put the prisoner's body back together I'm sure he regained consciousness -Haha... -It happens every time...each prisoner's heart races thinking they're really going to die
-Whether I kill them or they get capital punishment, it's all the same -Well, treating them as criminals requires a number of formalities before they can be executed (cat - by eye - meow, below - feed me!!)
-Hey, Celine -Eh?! Y-yes!
52 -Good for you. Now that you got the information on your father, you won't have to "waste" any more money -"so that my family may continue to survive" -Make that man clearly state to us whether father is alive or dead!
-Sir!! Please stop such disrespectful talk!
-That father is still alive... -is such a...
-relief
53 -I'm so glad! -Father...how hard it must have been for you this past six months
-You've been facing your anxiety inside while keeping a strong face all this time... -what a strong person you are
-Hmph -She's something else, for a foolish noble sfx - smack cat - meOW! (/ha!)
-Um...what can I give to you to express my gratitude? -Is their anything I can do for you in return? -Don't worry about it. It would be overkill since I've already carried out the job cat part in order: scratch scratch/Meow!/Food! FOOD!!
-But... -I can't rest at ease this way!
54 -In that case, I'd be glad to have you join me in bed tonight
-Eh!? -U-U-Uh...!! -M-Monsieur Belmonde!! What are you thinking of doing to a noble's daughter!!?
-hahaha -It's a joke. I have no interest in a kids
-I-I'm already 15!! I'm not a kid!! -I'm old enough to keep you company at night! -M-M-Mademoiselle Celine!! Get a hold of yourself! Do you know what you're saying!?
-Monsieur Belmonde...I heard that ever since you were born, -you've been locked away in this basement
55 -That's just too cruel! -Don't you want to see the outside world?
-The outside world...? -To you, the outside world is nothing but Paris, is it not? -To the many peddlers that traverse the entire country of France, it's just a small world. -And to the sailors that traverse the ocean, France is just a speck on the map
-What I'm trying to say is that -To each and every individual, everyone has a different concept of a world that's right for them -In my case, the world that's big enough for me..
56 -Is right here.
-I was born here, and I shall die here. -I'm neither inconvenienced, nor discontent
-Is it because he's a decedent the witches? Or is it because he was born and raised here? -This man's thoughts are always beyond common sense... (that's lit. what he says, if this doesn't make sense, I suppose a better translation is "beyond my comprehension" because common sense is a relative term, right?)
57 -By the way, Roland...you let the prisoner in with a concealed weapon... -That's a huge fault on your part
-He's right! I nearly died because of you!
-As punishment, -Using the dagger that you gave to me, -I'm going to raise its number of victims to 50!
-Eeek! Stop it with these disgusting jokes! -Hey Celine, hold Roland down -Okay~
-This is the story of Shien Belmonde, the mysterious man who lurked underground -Unbeknownst to him...whether he wished for it or not, -GYAAA!! Please forgive me!! -His fate was about to drag him out -into the outside world!
left: The stage is now set for the tale of this inquisitor! (lit it says "tale of torture, now, the curtain has raised"...tale of torture? i can't think of anything that sounds good like this so i took a liberty here)
次号の拷問はバタバタと倒れる男！ bottom right: The first act/end. Next time's torture involves a man clattering and falling apart! A huge 25 pages!! (T/N - NO!!! NOT MORE PAGES!! ( ; _ ; )... on a more serious note, translators help - batabata to taoreru? lit. is clattering noise + falling, but isn't that kind of what happened in this chapter? i really stink with this 擬声語, please help me out!!)
-fin- AT LAST!!!
Notes, for translators: Unsolved mysteries 1) Belmonde's first name and the Marquis' name. Any ideas?? edit: one person suggested sartre for the marquis. could shien be Cienne or something? 2) I'd like confirmation on the sword and other french word that appears in the chapter. 3) All the lines of script I typed, if I could get feedback as to whether or not they're correct (particularly page 47) 4) Should I change sir to monsieur? i only started this on the last pages...