The Legend Of The Onibros

The Onibros and the Oni-ions (click me to discover more)

A shadow that flits at the edge of your vision, lingering just a moment too long. A curl of smoke, a dash of spices that linger in the wind that carry wistful memories of places you’ve never been.

 

They say these serve as a beacon for those who wander, those who were scattered by the Onimakase maelstrom. The longer they hide in this realm, the more their shadows fade, and the less they remember about the home they came from, and the fellow Oni-ions they vowed to protect.

 

But it’s the small things that can trigger the most powerful memories. The quiet things. An aroma that bridges worlds, a flavor that reminds them of home. Subtle things that only another Oni-ion would recognize. Powerful things only an Onibro would know of.

 

The worker who makes your portion a little bigger because "you look like you've had a long day.”

 

The stranger who jumps your car and leaves with nothing but a knowing smile.

 

The baker at a crossroads who doubles your order at close because "these would go to waste anyway.”

 

Small moments. Quiet moments. The kind that leaves you wondering if they even existed, or were just shadows of memories.

 

And sometimes, if you look closely, you can see the telltale little red Oni-ion plush hanging by their side - named for the Usurpers' mocking Oni Minion," a reclaimed title for all Oni; a reminder of the world they fought for-- a reminder of those they sacrificed for. And some of them? Some of them become Shadow. A beacon for those who wander, and a defiance against the Usurpers hunting them in this mortal realm.
 

For the Oni-ions of the Onibro Division who become Shadow, it's not enough to just survive.
 

They fight for the hope of returning to the Oni-ions across the Onimakase Maelstrom. They create flavors that keep the memories strong. And they fight, every day, with blade and fist and food alike, to bring the lost Onibros together, to find a way to return. These recipes, passed down through scattered ranks and shared in quiet moments, are more than just instructions.

 

Some say you can taste it-- the moment when a flavor becomes something more than the sum of its parts; when it carries the weight of memory, of home, of hope. Something shared, rather than made, something remembered collectively amongst the Onibro lost in this realm.

 

Perhaps that’s you. Perhaps you’ve forgotten the home that once was, and the flavors from before. Perhaps you’ve tasted something you swear you’ve never tasted before, and felt that strange spark of nostalgia, and wondered for a moment why.

 

Come, wanderer. For anyone can be an Oni-ion. Anyone can be an Onibro. And anyone can be a beacon for others, and become Shadow.

 

The flavors and the recipes are below, yours to try for free; the same flavors that will be bottled for those who want it. Perhaps we haven’t remembered the flavors the way we should. Perhaps when you taste them, you’ll remember more, alongside the rest of the Oni-ions.

 

And for those of you who wish to become Shadow... 

 

The 3D print files for the mask are available for free below, or we can make it for those who want to stand as a beacon for those who wander.
 

Because, you see, there has never been only one Shadow. In this world of hidden truths and secrets... everyone has a Shadow.

 

The question is: have you found yours?

The Spice Rub
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When the first Shadow emerged from the Onimakase maelstrom, this blend of spices served as both a memory of home, and a signal to the lost Onibros, hidden in this world. Each grain carries memories of their home, while embracing the flavors of their new world. As Shadows come and go, so too does this mixture evolve, each new Shadow adding their own touch to the eternal recipe.
 

THE RECIPE
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Ingredients
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Foundation

  • 60g kosher salt
  • 25g freshly ground black pepper

Essence of Memory

  • 8g paprika
  • 8g garlic powder
  • 8g onion powder
  • 24g dark brown sugar

Whispers of Home

  • 2g ground celery seed
  • 1g ground ginger
  • 3g Sichuan peppercorn, finely ground
  • 2g white pepper, finely ground
  • 5g cumin

Strength Enhancement

  • 15g MSG
  • 3g Disodium Inosinate + disodium guanylate (if unavailable, replace with more MSG)

This blend serves not just to season, but to awaken memories of home in all who taste it. Use it with purpose, for in every grain lies the essence of both worlds.

Onibro BBQ Sauce
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A sacred recipe passed down through generations of Onibros, combining flavors from both realms to remind us of home. This recipe changes over time, just like the ranks of the Onibros themselves, influenced by the Shadow of those who join.


When Shadow first arrived in this realm with Giri, they brought with them memories of flavors from the other side. This sauce represents the bridge between worlds - combining sweet, smoky tastes, with the umami filled flavors of an almost forgotten home, a reminder of the other Oni-ions waiting for them; a blend of the world they left behind and the new connections they've forged in this one.
 

THE RECIPE

Yield
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Enough to share with your fellow Oni-ions and Onibros (approximately 6-7 cups)

Ingredients
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  • 2 cans crushed tomatoes (14.5oz)
  • 1 can tomato paste (6 oz)

Aromatics

  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 2 inches fresh ginger, grated
  • 4 whole green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil

Acids and Sweeteners

  • 3/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 1/4 cups packed dark brown sugar

Umami Enhancers

  • 3 tsp MSG
  • 1 Tbsp doubanjiang
  • 2 Tbsp broad bean paste
  • 4 Tbsp soy sauce

Seasonings And Spices

  • 1 Tbsp liquid smoke
  • 1 Tbsp smoked hot paprika
  • 1 Tbsp salt
  • 1/2 Tbsp ground Sichuan peppercorn
  • 1 tsp ground white pepper
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground celery seed
  • 1/4 tsp ground yellow mustard powder
  • 1/2 tsp five spice powder

Transformative Secrets

  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 Tbsp Bai Jiu
  • 3 Tbsp bourbon
  • 2 Tbsp Shaoxing cooking wine
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The Ritual

Preparation

 

  • Combine all ground spices in a small bowl
  • Ready your vegetables: minced garlic, diced onion, grated ginger, minced green onions
  • Measure and arrange all other ingredients in mise en place

 

The Process

  1. Heat a pot over medium-high heat
  2. Add neutral oil and heat until it shimmers like a blade in firelight
  3. Add diced onions, cook until they become translucent. Don't disturb too often-- Some color is a good thing and brings complexity.
  4. Add garlic, ginger, and green onions. Cook until their aroma fills the air.
  5. Add doubanjiang and broad bean paste, cook until the oil turns a dark red like dry aged meat.
  6. Add the spice mixture, stir to combine and toast
  7. Add tomato paste and mix, cooking until it darkens like amber lit wood
  8. Add liquid smoke, the essence of fire
  9. Add Bai Jiu and bourbon, of fiery reknown
  10. Add all remaining ingredients except for the sesame oil, as we'll add it last.
  11. Let it all simmer gently, like memories of home for 10-15 minutes
  12. Blend with an immersion blender, stand blender, or food processor until smooth.
  13. Final simmer for another 10-15 minutes or until it reaches the desired thickness.
  14. Lastly, add the sesame oil

The Preservation

  • The sauce should coat the back of a spoon
  • Cool completely before storing in vessels
  • Keep sealed tight
  • Will stay good for about 2 weeks
  • Stir before each use
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ONIBRO MASK 3D PRINT FILES
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Horns.stl

Mask.stl

Return to the Collection
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