noun
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gaiden
GY-den · noun · informal
A spin-off or side story from a main series
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A supplementary story that branches off the main narrative, focusing on side characters or separate events.
“The villain's backstory got its own gaiden.”
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gaiden In A Sentence
The villain's backstory got its own gaiden.
Origin & Usage
Japanese 外伝 (gaiden), 'side story/apocrypha'.
Variants
外伝
People Also Ask
What is a gaiden?
It's a spin-off or side story that branches off a main series, often focusing on side characters or separate events.
How is a gaiden different from a sequel?
A sequel continues the main story, while a gaiden sits alongside it as a supplementary side tale.
What does gaiden mean literally?
The Japanese 外伝 (gaiden) means 'side story' or 'apocrypha'.
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