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mamaito · 1 year

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[Housamo] Chapter 13 - 2

[Note: My character's name is Ito, ignore it lol]

[I have decided not to translate the flashback from the beginning, it was just recounting what had happened in chapter 12. You won't be missing out on anything.]

[Students]

"Goodbye, sir."

Evening looms over the Shinjuku academy. The ring of the bell and the departure of students were the sign of the day coming to an end.

[Sandayu]

"Right, see you all in the mornin'. Take care of yerselve's out there, 'aight?"

Time has passed since the outrage and rioting of the students in this academy during those initial moments.

-- During those times, the Shinjuku academy's dormitories were in such disarray that it was near impossible to get even close.

According to the police's official statement, in one of the videos, there was a shadow moving about, a student that was the target of the communities agitation.

Based on the experts that have reviewed this video, [There is still public unrest left unsettled] caused by one particular individual and so must be brought back alive.

Flock of student's awakened to an uprising and demanded that this person be brought back and face the righteous indignation that has occurred.

After that, many from this righteous movement posted the said video and circulated it all over the deep web for exposure.

The new authorized infrastructure was hacked, revealing personal information out to the public in broad daylight in order to expose said person.

The police investigating has distributed it to their company platforms, and as instructed, every video then be deleted for good.

Sympathetic voices from the district's Nakano Academy stated there was unauthorized access to the victim.

The school wanting to regain their reputation, confronted the mass of angry audiences and was greeted with an astonishingly short conclusion to the situation--

[Hogen]

"-- That shouldn't be possible. Hey, headmaster, are you saying we should turn back!?"

The Kiou police academy. An institution that trains police officers to protect Shinjuku and maintain order.

Hogen, in a fit of rage has him tapping his shoe against the ground and letting out an angry roar back at the recruits he brought along with him to the scene.

[Fellow Officers]

"W-welcome back, Officer Hogen, sir! Officers were contacted for a meeting discussion for a long term leave--"

As far as tokyo is concerned, the head of the academy has already alerted the chief of the police station in shinjuku of the recent update.

And since the Kiou's police station's headmaster and chief, Daikoku has the legal authority to take charge--

[Hogen]

"-- Tch."

[Fellow Officers]

"U-um?"

There is a hierarchial difference akin to a tall wall between Hogen and Daikoku, as to whether arrest charges were to take place at all.

For that reason alone, crucial evidences were needed by Daikoku by no means necessary, even if it meant wagging your tail for all to see.*

(*Being obedient and patient.)

Stepping in behind the inter-auction hall, in addition to confiscating, ended the day in darkness.

Since then, Daikoku was always ahead of Hogen, and whenever he managed to show up in one way or the other, all reasons were thrown out of the window--

[Hogen]

"That bastard, Daikoku… No, Okuninushi!"

Hogen remembered. Just a few days ago back in Akihabara--

[Leannan Sidhe]

"… Stop, just stop, Sanat Kumara!"

[Hogen]

"… Hmph, as if I'm going to engage in a fight. This guy--!?"

Those opposite of him should've begun elevating from their spot by now through Hogen's technique, but the other parties mirror duplicates in a way to compete back.

As if it's reading through Hogen's mind for something. Body between body, new to new tied together and eventually emerging as one.

There is a gap between their faces shown, a look of disbelief. A complete parallel to Hogen's, and his muscles start to break into a sweat.

[Hogen]

"… Hm?"

"It's.. Chief Daikoku! Just how long have you--"

[Akiha Gongen]

"Ah-- Sir Ōanamochi-no-Mikoto!"

[Hogen]

"… What the? Did you say Ōanamochi-no-Mikoto!?"

Hogen recalled the stories from the other world, Takamagahara.

The former sun, Amaterasu of Takamagahara was an ex ruler of that world's earth--

Then, it was ruled by none other than Ōanamochi-no-Mikoto back in his younger days--

[Hogen]

"Daikoku, you were Ōanamochi-no-Mikoto…! To think you'd finally show your true colors--!"

There it bore- A gap. Sanat Kumara didn't let the moment pass by.

[Hogen]

"… Damn it!"

"Is that.. [The divine hand]!?"

Hogen exclaimed upon seeing the other world's magic skill, realizing the reason as to why he chose to conceal himself back on Takamagahara.

[Leannan Sidhe]

"Wait.. Wait, Sanat Kumara! I told you to stop--!!"

[Hogen]

"Kch--!"

Hogen's sword at that moment sliced through-- and three of Daikokus men where their silhouettes was just at the back alley suddenly disappeared.

[Hogen]

"Guh, to think I'd be suffering such an embarassing defeat. I almost had that girl involved…"

[Leannan Sidhe]

"Sanat Kumara.. Why..!"

[Hogen]

"I'd like for you to tell me the whole story, Leannan. That man named Sanat Kumara--"

[Leannan Sidhe]

".. He's an important friend of mine. He's not a cold hearted person as you would think."

"But back in the border, he just suddenly changed and stopped--"

[Hogen]

"… Hmph. A person changing in order to achieve something…"

[Sandayu] "…"

Back at the Shinjuku school, it was after school sessions that the teacher Sandayu decided to take a tour around.

His well practiced smile that he shows to the students from time to time was a definite change needed in order to achieve his goals in this school.

However, within him is a turmoil in regards to being suspected, and Sandayu's fear is visible within the cornor of his eyes.

[Sandayu] ".. Ah, that's right. That's it, there's no turning back now."

The time during those student's act of violence is a ticking bomb that are now competing against one another out of hate, but it shouldn't blow out of proportions anytime soon.

Sandayu's gaze turns to the window, outside and above the sky.

[Sandayu] "… There's a storm brewin'."

[Kengo] "… Tch, this gloomy weather pisses me off. Honestly, I told you to come with me already."

[Shiro] "How strange, just this morning I was just looking up the weather report and that today was supposed to be clear as day…"

["It's like a typhoon is coming."] ["The weather forecast shouldn't be wrong."]

[Kengo] "Speaking of irritating, remember the school's whole mood? Everyone was going around and looking for something.. Just what's up with that!?"

[Shiro] "It was back during the revolting, just suddenly, most of the connections leading to the origin seems to have back tracked and disappeared…"

At that time, the mob among the students seemed to have grown exponentially that a temporary absence in school was needed for some counseling sessions.

As for why they're targeting you specifically in this incident has been closed, new deep injuries were sustained and it wasn't just limited to one person.

["I am just as shocked as you are."] ["Don't mind it."]

[Kengo] "Hmm, that's what I'm talking about, partner! No need to get yourself down on every single thing!"

"Back in my days in the Kabukicho alley, I was struck by an iron pipe out of nowhere."

[Shiro] "Do not underplay the current situation to that particular scene, Kengo!"

"… Anyway, no matter what happens, so long as you're safe then we're glad, Ito."

[Kengo] "I'm also happy that you're safe, too, but listen here, partner. I won't let anyone kill you, you hear?"

["Well, the two of us are still here, aren't we?"] ["By the way, where are the others?"]

[Kengo] "Ah! After going through all the trouble in getting Ito back to us, why is it that it's just us three?"

"Ryouta, Toji, Hanuman, Moritaka and Tadatomo aren't here."

[Shiro] "Well, Kengo.. There's an explanation for that."

"Listen well, alright, Ito? … Now, let us start."

"We… No, every single guild in tokyo, including the [three big guilds] just now has now deemed us a threat and plans to expose us."

"That's why we've sent everyone to every guild out there for a collaboration and form an alliance at the immense danger looming above us."

"The genociders, outlaws and us have gone our separate ways, and so that just leaves Ryota and us."

"Our opponents are from Ikebukuro, Aoyama cemetary, Roppongi, Hongo, Kabukicho, Asakusa, Ueno and other opposing guilds."

"… At this very moment, every guild are as furious if not divided in the midst of chaos concerning your current state of affairs in being labeled as a terrorist."

"Speaking of the three big guilds that are antagonizing us, there is not a place we can go to and are awaiting our inevitable collapse."

["Me? A terrorist?"] ["Chaos due to inner divisions?"] ["… Continue, Shiro."]

[Shiro] "We need to rely on the newest network on our electronic app as many of their judgements are being carried out by it."

"We and our guild cannot do this by ourselves in scouting every mark on the neighborhood whether they are enemies or not, what we need is an actual friend who--"

"For example, in this part of the app's start up… Just now, in this section is where you'll know where the three of us are."

Just as Shiro has explained, the application's map is illuminating three in the screen.

Over that section highlights: [Affiliation: Summoners] and a few additional information of that individual.

[Shiro] "However, these days, electronics are the only way to overcoming hackers from getting into anything."

"Someone's bound to notice if we both go to the same guilds, but if we were to go to different ones then it would at least give us some peace of mind."

"Given that they could always eliminate us and take any valuable information at any moment that is."

"That's why Ryouta and everyone else is having a hard time forming any contact with anyone in other guilds."

"If Ryouta and the gang were to still be the Ryouta and friends we knew--"

"So, we still have time to make plans today to establish so that we don't look like we're falling behind."

["… Huh, that was it?"] [Geez, pull yourself together, Shiro!"]

[Shiro] "That's right, from the very beginning, we're always lending you out to someone and just a few day ago as well due to that event that happened. We've only noticed now that one of us has yet to make a mark."

"The three big guilds number one are likely the invaders who are [Individuals uniting as one for the same goal, and that is to conquer] kind of mentality they possess."

"Ito, if you could remember what you've seen so far in regards to the events that happened a few days ago, we may find a ton of information to what'll come next--"

"Amidst of it all, there could be an [erosion of personalities] the prime reason for the appearance and disappearance?"

"You asked in regards to the invader's guild master, I believe there could be a link to said [fusion]…"

["That's right..!"] ["So that person has some sort of brainwashing skill."] ["… No, I think it'd be best to wait a bit more."]

[Kengo] "Hm? Huh, wait just a sec, Shiro. Are you really sure about what you've been saying?"

[Shiro] "…. Kengo."

During that time, Ito was attacked by a group in school--

[Kengo] "Didn't you say that the video's the one who fanned the flames in giving that group any ideas?"

"Not only that, Ito also met the invaders' group or whoever they are--"

"But that wasn't the only incident that happened, even prior to those moments you said it yourself.."

[Shiro] "… Normally you'd just fail and end up with failing marks, but I didn't think you can be sharp minded, Kengo."

[Kengo] "Wh-what-- Asshole!"

[Shiro] "… So, that's that, Ito. We went to Akihabara to ask that he lend his doors open to you, alright?"

"I'm talking about about Enigma, the artificial intelligence of the Akihabara guild, the one who you've said have met on cyberspace in the deepweb."

["… Right. You see--"] ["Just what did you guys talk about…"] [(I remember when we talked to Enigma with the others..)]

[Enigma] "Once again, my copies have been hostile towards you and so I deeply apologize, master Ito."

The artificial intelligence called Enigma, who is the original one bows down apologetically in front of Ito.

[Enigma] "Let me rephrase that we, the Akihabara guild and it's members all unanimously in favor of forming an alliance with the Summoners."

[".. T-treat us well."] ["Are you sure? What if we betray you?"] ["I believe you, Enigma."]

[Enigma] "As far as this artificial intelligence is concerned, it is an order that must be done. Also, there is no reason for you to betray us."

"Unless you say that my copies are wrong, then accepting the invaders proposal would've been better."

"If there is one wish that I must have, then it is for you and my creator, the guild master of Akihabara to someday meet, even just once."

"My master was once in this very room, his now digitalized brain living within the deep web. Before disappearing before my very eyes."

["Could you tell me what kind of person he was?"] ["His name and appearance if you don't mind?"]

[Enigma] "My master [Snow White], was often associated with this children's tale and together with how he looked, to even the clothes he preferred wearing."

"His sacred artifact, [The bomb of logic], I believe is some sort of electrical virus from what I can understand."

["You make use of your copies like slaves."] ["Seems like a poisonous apple to me--"] ["Is there really an electric virus like that?"]

[Enigma] "I have countless of copies and still they are multiplying, intruding and transforming to said subjects. It is in our [authority] to eliminate the logical structure of said target."

[Tindalos] "Oh-? I didn't know about that. That's a rather dangerous thing to have!"

"However, that's such an impressive artificial intelligence. But what kind of creator would have such a thing?"

[Enigma] "… That is all what my master has said. It is stated that it's purpose was to destroy something."

"According to the main objective, it was constructed to dismantle and scatter the fumes so that a path can be created for a new age."

"I am that very sacred artifact who possesses such an ability. There is no other AI out there that's compatible."

"However, before this approach could come into fruition, my master then disappeared before my very eyes."

"… Master Turing is the one who created it and is the master of this very guild."

[Shiro] "Ito is fated to collaborate with the Akihabara guild master now, but--"

"Akihabara's guild master alone is cooperating with the south, in other words, the invaders guild itself."

"Kengo, I've given doubt to the solution to this predicament. Think about it, the power of two opposite forces, who are our enemies no less…"

["Merging and fusion…"] ["Dismantling… Scattering…"] ["… Master of the south.."]

[Shiro] "… What' wrong, Ito?"

You recall your teacher, Mononobe who's eyes are red as it can be and the pitter patter of tears dropping as you watch him get dismantled into three.

The second time you saw him was in the deep web, where he spew curses and words of hate at you.

[Mr. Mononobe?] ".. I depise you, Ito. I would've been better off without you entering in my life--!"

"I was wrong about you. Give it back.. Give me back my ring..!"

["What did he mean by all of that."] ["That's the first time I've ever seen Mr. Mononobe act like that."] ["Was the elements that I saw on our teacher could've been that..?"]

[Kengo] "Still, for what it's worth we can't just retreat from our enemies now, can we?"

[Shiro] "That is.. Unless Ito and the others plan to sabotage it, would you, Kengo?"

[Kengo] "I mean, if there's going to be a fight that's about to happen then don't start one in the first place if you plan to back out anyway."

[Shiro] "That's true, I could care less who wins in it-- … Kengo, Ito, wait."

".. Kengo, you sure are smart witted today. Did you eat something bad?"

[Kengo] "Hah!?"

[Shiro] "Rather than waiting for a winner.. What if we were to.. Create a diversion? Maybe there's still time to make one?"

"Let's just say if we were to proceed with the previous one where we wait for the winner, then what do we do with said winner? We can't be sure if we can time it-- Hm!?"

At that moment, Shiro and the other's application started to vibrate along with a piercing sound.

["W-what was that sound just now?"] ["Is this--!?"]

[Kengo] "I wouldn't go saying that was the app just now."

[Shiro] "… That was tokyo's metropolitan alarm. An emergency warning regards to heavy rainfall--!?"

[Masanori] "Well then, gentlemen, or should I say my fellow invaders. At last, our plan is coming into practice, the start of the second era."

Over the Roppongi bridge are the visible heavy clouds that carry rain, moving at such fast velocity and forming what appears to be a strange anomaly.

As if he knew beforehand, Inumura Daikaku Masanori gives his further instructions with ease.

[Masanori] "Our morning sun, at last, the time for our revolutionary objective has come."

"It is in our rights as invaders that this tokyo-- Be revolutionized."

[Cowboy transient?] "…."

#translation #housamo #tokyo afterschool summoners

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knifeology · 2 years

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Some amazing engraving on this Joe Kious knife. This is the Legend of Arthur engraved by Brian Hochstrat. More pictures and a full rundown on the intricacies of the engraving on the Knifeology website, link in bio. #grailknife #artknife #knivesandart #joekiousknives #brianhochstratengraving #knifefanatics #knifeparty #grailgatherer #bladeporn #knifeart #knifeobsession #knife #knifeology #bestknivesofig https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg4kUEAuOSo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#grailknife #artknife #knivesandart #joekiousknives #brianhochstratengraving #knifefanatics #knifeparty #grailgatherer #bladeporn #knifeart #knifeobsession #knife #knifeology #bestknivesofig

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doriansbutt · 27 days

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me: makes a new sith inquisitor who’s art is getting good notes on here

me, 1 hr later: makes a new trooper and plays her all the time instead

#kious I’m sorry but ismanti is my love rn #I’m not like a big fan of the trooper story I just like daydreaming about the angst possibilities #and I’m going for aric now that I can 👀#butt vs swtor

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snowdust64 · 1 day

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Ouma Great War Chronicles - Episode 10: It’s About Time You Stood Up

Narrator: Around the time that Genzuki was learning about the religious organization, Star of Kiou, from the God of Music, Nagao was subduing demons in the city outskirts.

sfx: sounds of fighting; demon collapsing

Nagao: Alright, that’s one down. (It’s been quite a while since then, but as usual, no more Cases of Demon Madness have happened. That said, the maddened demons still haven’t been eliminated yet.) (Rather than just completing missions, patrolling on the regular might be a good idea.) Well then. I’ll walk around a bit longer and take a look.

sfx: more fighting

Nagao: Ha, didn’t think it would come from that side… Asked and received. I’ll take you down in a moment!

sfx: slashing

Nagao: Alright! A perfect hit –

sfx: roar

Nagao: What!? This one… even though it’s smaller than the other just now, it’s a level higher… Damn, this time I need to be faster…!

sfx: slash; roar

Nagao: Tch, no good huh… (If Haru and Toujirou were here, we’d set a trap or take other measures, but… I’m the only one here. What should I do when I’m overwhelmed in speed?)

sfx: roar

Nagao: Wh- oi! I’m still in the middle of hammering out a plan here!

sfx: impact; thud

Nagao: That HURTS! Is that speed even possible with that weight!? (I took a passive stance, so it’s not a serious injury, but… At this rate, things are going to get really bad.)

sfx: roar

Nagao: (But I have to do this somehow ─!)

sfx: footsteps; slash; roar

Nagao: Wha–!

??? : How long are you planning to sit there? This is a battleground, it’s about time you stood up.

Nagao: Ah, you – !

??? : Leave the chit-chat for later. Right now we need to defeat this guy. If we close in from two sides, well, it’ll work out one way or another. I’ll circle around from behind. Can I leave the front to you?

Nagao: Yeah!

??? : Good. Then, we’ll watch for the right timing and charge in at full speed.

Nagao: Understood.

sfx: roar

??? : Now!

Nagao: (While that person moves around to the back, I need to draw the demon’s attention!)

??? : …

Nagao: (I know. If we’re going attack this guy… it’s now!) Haah!

??? : Horaah!

sfx: slash; roar; collapse

Nagao: Hah, hah…

??? : Oi, you okay?

Nagao: Yeah, thanks. Your help really saved me, Masamune-san.

Saionji Masamune: Long time no see, Kei.

Nagao: Yeah! But that aside, what brings you to a place like this?

Masamune: Not long ago, I started an exorcism organization, and from there I received a request for slaying demons.

Nagao: I see. Just as before, you haven’t lost your edge at all. With this challenging demon for an opponent, you still easily landed your attacks.

Masamune: Flattery won’t lead anywhere, you know? Besides, I was surprised by how much you’ve grown… You’ve gotten strong, huh.

Nagao: Heheh, you think? But as I thought, I can’t match your slashing strike.

sfx: stomach rumbling

Nagao: Ah…

Masamune: Haha, didn’t get to eat? How’s this, since we chanced to meet this time, let’s at least have a meal.

Nagao: Yeah, I’d like that! I want to talk and catch up with you at leisure too!

Masamune: It’s decided then. Let’s go.

Nagao: (Huh? Masamune-san’s katana… Is this the first time I’ve seen it?) Masamune-san, have you always been using that katana? Before, you were using a different one that you liked, right?

Masamune: Ah, this. I got a new one recently. It’s easy to use, so it's good enough.

Nagao: Heh…

Masamune: Hey, are we going?

Nagao: Ah, yeah! Let’s go!

scene change: a city sidewalk

Nagao: Hah – ! The ramen here is delicious as ever!

Masamune: A long time ago, when I’d eat out with you, this was the place, huh. I remember Haru and Toujirou got curious and came to eat too.

Narrator: Saionji Masamune, born into a family that was once famous for producing a great number of skilled exorcists, taught Nagao, Kaida, and Genzuki swordsmanship and martial arts long ago. With Nagao in particular, because of the interactions between their fellow households that both produced exorcists, they were spending time together even in childhood.

Nagao: (Here we haven’t met for quite a while, but… Masamune-san hasn’t changed at all.)

Masamune: Are Haru and Toujirou doing well?

Nagao: For now it’s the usual grind, I guess. If I tell them I ran into you, they’ll definitely get jealous.

Masamune: Is this even something to get jealous over?

Nagao: Masamune-san is our master, after all. Right now we’re all tired out from dealing with various nuisances. Meeting up with you would surely lift their spirits.

Masamune: Nuisances?

Nagao: Ahh, there’s kind of a lot going on in the imperial capital…

Masamune: … hehh?

Nagao: Well, we finally got to meet for once. Talking dark things wouldn’t be any fun. Haru and Toujirou, and that battle earlier, there’s so much I want to tell you about. Of course, you’re going to listen to all of it, right?

Masamune: Yes yes, can’t be helped.

scene change: nighttime, city street on screen: glowing chest

??? : If I do it like this, there should be no problem… With this, the imperial capital will once again fall into a crucible of turmoil. I look forward to his reaction when he sees that scenery… Hahahahaha…

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Notes

A clarification about character names! In this series, names are always displayed in full, but this makes them really long. The narrator refers to everyone by surname, and that is what I usually use when shortening names. However, Kaida has been calling Tsubaki Hinata by his given name, and likewise with Nagao and Saionji Masamune. I used their given names purely because it seemed easier for readers to follow. If this causes issues with later translations, I will cross that bridge when I get there.

#ouma great war chronicles #vδlz #nagao kei #genzuki tojiro #kaida haru #nijisanji #english translation #ouma taisen tan

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rivenaurum · 6 months

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Thinking about Pexy today, feat a comic about some of his dynamic with Tanzan (which is all in good fun, he just likes to tease them as much as they tease Pexy)

#pexy #riven aurum #hes the type when requested to do something goes “...no ” and does it anyways and he thinks its hilarious #they also do it to everyone with the exception of Peurl because of Peurls anxiety and they know she would take it hard #tanzan gets fake annoyed #kiou does the same thing back #only tagging their roommates reactiond #id like to think he learned it from ryso though #ionyx variants coming soon #also in case youre curious his new frills are based on axolotl gills!#theyre.. technially functional but dont work well on most ionyx

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mtbvietnam09 · 11 months

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Motorcycle Travel Guide: Vietnam

Why motorcycle travel in Vietnam?

Vietnam is an incredible country to explore – especially on two wheels. Here’s five solid reasons why you’ll fall in love with the place

The people

The people are friendly and inquisitive. You are unlikely to have any real difficulty or disagreement with the locals as they are keen to present the good side of Vietnam bike tours.

The food

The food is varied and delicious. Each region, Southern, Central, Northern has its own speciality and these are often quite new for most visitors.

The geography has something for everyone – if you are a fan of beaches, mountains or drier plains, you can find what you want.

Range of activities to take part in: trekking, visiting ancient ruins, war relics and battle sites, fantastic open roads with little traffic winding through old growth rainforest, waterfall climbing, paragliding, deep water soloing.

It is possible to bike tours Vietnam on a low budget. You only need to eat locally and stay in smaller hotels/hostels a little out of the tourist centres.

If you prefer a little more comfort and quality, it is available and usually with a welcome and a smile.

When you go greatly depends on the region because Vietnam spans several latitudes. Here’s a handy regional weather guide to plan your North Vietnam motorcycle tour.

Generally good for riding but can get cold and wet. Dress accordingly

Cooler sometimes cold, some rain, drizzle for days, often cloudy and misty

Warmer clothing, good boots, good waterproofs, particularly gloves.

There are a range of guesthouses throughout Vietnam now, particularly in the tourist spots. You can find:

Shared dorm rooms in hostels and stilt houses for around 4-5 USD per night, shared bathroom / toilet. Meals provided are usually limited and a not too cheap. There are usually also private rooms and bungalow options too.

Cheap motel rooms are around 10USD per night for a room for two with an en-suite bathroom/toilet and aircon. Meals are not usually provided here.

Chain hotels 3 or 4 star in the larger towns and cities. These can range between 30-60USD per night with breakfast included, depending on location.

Boutique resorts include all manner of resorts from hot springs to, modern stilt houses, bungalow villages and even mountain top hideaways. These can cost similar to the larger hotels at between 50-80USD per night with breakfast included.

Accommodation availability

There is plenty of available accommodation and if you turn up at a place without a booking there will be another nearby. There really is no need to book more than 24 hours in advance unless you wish to stay at one of the high-end boutique resorts such as Topaz Eco Lodge in Sa Pa.

That said, if you plan to stay somewhere that is off the beaten track, like Kiou Leou Ti Mountain, then you should book 24 hrs in advance so that the host can stock up on food and prepare.

Rent A Bike Vietnam

Firstly, you need a valid passport and visa to enter and stay in Vietnam. When you rent a motorcycle, some companies may want to keep your passport. If you leave it with them, make sure they give you a photocopy of your passport page because you will 100% need this to check into any hotel. You can not check into hotels or even guest houses without at least a photocopy of your passport page. We carry a laminated photocopy of our passport’s main page for such situations.

Driver’s licence

To ride a Bike tours in Vietnam you need a valid driver’s licence and an International Driver’s Permit (IDP). There are two IDPs: 1968 and 1949. For Vietnam you need the 1968 version.

The IDP is issued in your home country and is a small booklet with translations of your licence. If you’re from the UK, you can get your IDP at the Post Office for around £5 and it takes five minutes.

When you rent a motorcycle, you will also be given paperwork that shows who the owner is, keep this safe and with the bike.

Permits

You may need a permit when travelling to certain regions in Vietnam such as Ha Giang in the extreme north as it borders China. For more info on this visit our Ha Giang Guide.

Safety and security in Vietnam

Vietnam is a relatively safe country for motorcycle travel. The locals tend to leave tourists alone in terms of violent crime. If you ask for trouble you will get it, but most tourists don’t have any issues. Be streetwise and careful late at night like anywhere in the world.

However, many locals are happy to overcharge and you need to beware of this behaviour. It is also difficult to get a definitive answer on something and no comeback when what has been promised is not delivered.

Men: be careful of young ladies fawning over you and taking your belongings.

Women: be careful as some taxi or rickshaw drivers may become aggressive when they are rebuked. Both men and women may be followed by these drivers touting their business. They are certainly very persistent and annoying; I have been followed all the way back to my hotel on many occasions. I think this may spook some people so beware.

These situations (except the stalker like behaviour, which happens any time) tend to occur later in the evening, perhaps when one is a tad tipsy and are unlikely to happen at other times.

Laws and police

The police do not seem obliged to help and will often see dealing with foreigners as a hassle. They can often be reluctant to get involved and will refer you to your embassy, who will in turn refer you to the police.

Do not expect much effective action from police unless it is to get some sort of ‘fine’ out of you.

The police are often unwilling to stop foreigners as the language barrier causes them delays and wastes time that they could be spending on collecting ‘fines’ from local motorists. This is NOT an excuse to flout the law. They will stop you and this will cost you time and money.

It can be better to pay an on the spot ‘fine’ if possible as this can speed things up considerably.

If you are on one of our rental bikes, you should call us and let us discuss things with the police. We can often help to come to a win win agreement (no promises mind).

Motorcycle riding conditions in Vietnam

Throughout Vietnam, if you are motorcycle touring, you will predominantly be on tarmac or concrete roads. Perhaps, 90% or more. It is rare to find a route that is not well used and, therefore, sealed in some way.

To find dirt you will need to look carefully and take routes that are rarely used by locals. In fact, if you ask, they will always route you on the sealed road as they cannot understand why you would want to take the dirt route.

So, without a guide it is hard to find dirt tracks that you can be guaranteed will get you to your destination.

This means you would choose a road bike, right? Wrong. We find that the condition of many of these sealed roads is not great and the extra travel in the suspension allows for more comfortable touring.

Road rules and other drivers

Driving here is not like many other countries as it is much more of a free for all.

Space is of a premium and other drivers will do anything to fill a gap. You are best off letting them get ahead, rather than risking any bumps or bruises.

Traffic lights, right of way, signalling before manoeuvring and even looking before manoeuvring are all alien concepts. Cars and trucks will bully you into the gutter if you let them but sometimes it is better to yield than prove you are right.

For more info, check out this cheat sheet on Driving Tips in Vietnam

And here’s a guide on 10 Tips for Motorcycle Security While Abroad

Ha Giang Loop

This is considered to be the best that Vietnam has to offer motorbike tourists. There are great roads through the mountains and good places to stay, often run by the local ethnic people. The landscape is stunning and there are a variety of road surfaces to be found: tarmac to dirt.

Central North Loop

This is an epic adventure that could take anything from 10 to 25 days. You can head out west to the Dien Bien Phu military site and then loop round to Sa Pa, one of vietnam’s premium tourist destinations. After this, you head to the northernmost point, Ha Giang and then on to the quieter area of Cao Bang. All the time skirting the border with China to the North.

Hanoi to HCMC (Sai Gon)

Another epic journey made famous by the Top Gear Crew. You will pass through the Northern, Central and Southern regions of Vietnam with their differing culture weather and food. This how to truly get to know the country.

Central Loop (Danang/Hue)

This is a short loop that will get you out into the countryside amongst the relics of the American War. A trip along the HCM Highway and then back to the ancient capital of Hue before taking the stunning Hai Van Pass over the mountain

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