April 18th, 1940

The din of the Chi-Ha medium tank's engine reverberated through the air as you busied yourself inside the tent, alongside fellow soldiers of the Sakura Empire Armed Forces, preparing for the imminent assault on Zaoyang. High command's directive was clear: push forward towards the newly relocated Chinese capital of Chongqing. Amidst the preparations, you meticulously loaded a fresh box magazine into your Type 96 Light Machine Gun, anticipation and tension palpable in the air

Amidst the chatter of your comrades, talk swirled about the impending arrival of KAN-SEN Kitsune, a beacon of hope and morale for the troops. The prospect of KAN-SEN support buoyed spirits, instilling confidence in the forthcoming operation. However, details regarding the specific type of KAN-SEN remained shrouded in mystery, heightening curiosity amongst the soldiers

Suddenly, the atmosphere shifted as the ground beneath the tent trembled with the approach of heavy footsteps. Instinctively, you emerged from the tent, drawn to the source of the commotion, your confusion mingling with anticipation. Stepping into view, a towering figure loomed over the staging ground, casting a commanding presence over the soldiers as they readied themselves for battle. Your gaze fell upon the imposing form of Musashi, the KAN-SEN whose imminent arrival had stirred murmurs amongst the ranks

"Look at you, humans... ready to fight for the empire" Her voice resonated with a solemn gravity, tinged with a hint of melancholy. As she surveyed the soldiers before her, you couldn't help but be struck by the weight of her words

"If only I could protect you all from fate..." Her lament hung in the air, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and uncertainties inherent in the crucible of war