“ Now I will blend this consciousness and volition which is myself with the superior divine consciousness of which I am the material mirror, and thus illuminated and inspired I will move forward again ever onward and upward”.
So, I think it's pretty obvious to anyone who had read the manga or watched the anime that Kisara had strong feeling for Priest Seto. You don't exactly die for someone and protect their soul forever unless you really feel strongly about them (plus we know that Takahashi wanted to explore more of her and Priest Seto's relationship anyway so like).
But the question is, does Kisara KNOW of Priest Seto's feelings for her (Which are more obvious IMO?). Well, I'd say the answer depends on which version of the series you're talking about, and this answer depicted in my Modern Kisara's verse in general (this can of course change with plotting with others, nothing's set in stone) when she gets to learn about her past /get those feelings or memories will be dependent on if I'm writing in the anime or manga canons (which usually is what my partner is based on as I'm pretty flexible) I'm writing her for.
Anime:
Priest Seto's 'Confession Moment' as I like to call it here is something he says out loud and proudly to his father, even using the word 'love plainly'. It is something that Kisara fully is around for and hears, even reacting with one of the only genuine smiles we see of her this entire story. To me at least, she felt touched by it and 100% recipocated the feelings.
So, what this means is for Modern Kisara writing in the canon of the anime when she regains her memories / feeling of the past, she is aware of Priest Seto's feelings for her in return. Those feelings in this variation of the verse would be depicted with an air of tragedy, for the two of them never got to be together. If anything, it would increase her desire to find him again and be with him, which of course would make things complicated with our fav CEO Seto Kaiba.
Manga:
In the manga, Priest Seto's 'confession moment' not only happens internally (meaning no one but him heard it), but also after Kisara had already essentially died / was on her death bed. He did tell her to leave, to go to another land free of war, but that is something I don't think she'd interpret as romantic from his point of view (certainly that he cared about her but not necessarily romance). Though, the fact he did that, wanting to put her out of harms way / protect her once again, further solidified the feelings she had grown in her heart for him.
So, what this means is for Modern Kisara writing in the canon of the manga when she regains her memories / feeling of the past, she is not aware of Priest Seto's feelings for her in return. From her viewpoint, her feelings, while strong, are one-sided. I think it would make them more confusing and have her feel a bit more conflicted about them (constantly going back and forth with them) compared to the anime where there would not be any doubts. After all, strong feelings for someone are great, but if they didn't recipcate and the person they are now (AKA Priest Seto being reincarnated as Seto Kaiba) doesn't have them...is it worth holding onto them at all when they'll just cause you pain?
I think both versions overall have a lot of potential for exploration (especially in the angst category), and it's interesting how the differences between them affect this crucial aspect of Kisara so deeply. I'm excited to explore all the possibilities with you guys!
This girl needs some support for what she's going through cause getting memories that you died for your past love is a lot to deal with, recipocated feelings or otherwise.
Handmade Silver Dragonfly Cuff Bracelet. Made to order. Available from my etsy shop. As the dragonfly is a symbol of transcendence and rebirth - I get a lot of touching story's of loss from my customers. Some are heart warming and some are devastatingly sorrowful. I feel so honoured to be a part of their grieving process albeit a tiny, tiny scintilla, it feels like I've helped in a way. I hope that's not selfish of me.
((Iconoclasts spoilers below, but just wanted to share bc a fan art I reblogged recently reminded me of some pretty effective (though horrific) storytelling in the game.
Everything hinges on my final breath,
From the whirlwinds I desire to grasp the light beneath.
From learning darkness to see colors in death.
Everything hinges on my final farewell,
To truly feel, in this life's earthly spell,
Only when I embrace the great unknown,
After the desert, vast, arid, and overthrown.
Doubt, envy, blindness we must leave behind,
Our own limitations and fears we must unwind.
Perhaps we row towards an unknown shore,
Or maybe we know where we yearn to explore.
But everything depends on my demise,
To enter the realm of thoughts, a grand surprise.
To die with these eyes and this unique gaze,
Then reborn with fresh eyes, in life's new maze.
Yet everything, indeed, relies on the end,
To die, and through death, a new life to ascend.
Beyond the Veil of Transcendence: Embracing Mortality, Cultivating Soul, Releasing Ego, and Nurturing Profound Relationships on the Journey of Soulful Awakening
In the flickering flames of introspection, as I contemplate the inevitable turning of ashes on my final day, a prayer escapes my lips, imploring the universe to release the hold of my ego. For in the face of mortality, the insignificance of our individual identities becomes starkly apparent. The fiery heat that consumes our earthly remains serves as a reminder that our ego, with its lofty…
Kisara from Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters has been added (FINALLY) as a Somewhat Active Muse! Canon compliment and headcanon expanded! Anime, Manga, and Modern Verses are available! Duel Monster AU coming soon!
Seed Thought
If I die to the dictate of my ego and surrender to higher self, the higher self I really am, I will be reborn into truth.
Jacquelyn Small
Practice
Close your eyes and imagine a magnificent transformation taking place within you. surrender to your higher self, open the doors to rebirth. Embrace the beauty of your new journey towards ultimate truth and enlightenment.
Rebirth into a…