PinkSnake

Thank you for the support!

Well, regarding the sword, since it's a weapon created by the protagonist—a Chinese protagonist, in this case—there are some cultural elements deeply tied to that. I didn’t feel comfortable replacing those aspects, but I do understand that having objects described in Chinese might create a bit of a disconnect for some readers. As for the honorifics (-sama, -kun, -dono), I initially considered keeping the Japanese standards, but some felt acceptable while others seemed too out of place. For example, would it feel odd for Tsunade to be addressed as "Tsunade-chan"? It really depends on the context and the characters involved, of course, but even with my familiarity with Japanese culture, some uses of honorifics struck me as strange. I figured it might have the same effect on other readers, so I opted to adapt those terms. Typically, I’ve adapted -sama to English equivalents like "Lord," "Lady," or "Master," depending on the situation. Then there are other terms like jutsu names and elemental releases. Honestly, Naruto’s terminology in this area is quite chaotic. It’s tricky to find consistent translations that don’t sound awkward. In the end, I decided to adapt most terms into English wherever possible, except for the more iconic ones or those that don’t have a straightforward translation. I hope this approach doesn’t affect your reading experience, and I’m always open to suggestions!