... Why are we helping these people again...?
Because the plot demands it. Also, when a cute fox girl asks a favor of you, you follow through. No questions!
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My blade carries with it the harsh frost of the wintry winds. Dancing with the rage of a blizzard, its speed matches the transience of an icy petal.
Welcome traveler. I see you've stumbled upon my profile, nice to meet ya.
About Me
I'm just your average 9-5 schmuck. I do my work, pay my bills, and contribute what I can to society. I also happen to enjoy binge-watching/reading anime, manga/light novels, tv dramas, and pretty much anything that catches my interest. I'm also an avid gamer, my favorite genres tend to change with time. Right now it's probably JRPG, hack-slash, and fighting.
Favorite Anime/Manga/Light Novels
- Rurouni Kenshin
- Hunter x Hunter
- Fate/Zero
- Kyoukai no Kara
- Overlord
- Re:Zero
- Yu Yu Hakusho
- One Piece
- Konosuba
- Various Gundam series
- Naruto
- Bleach
- Trigun
- Cowboy Bebop
Some of my favorite games
- Devil May Cry
- Disgaea
- Blazblue
- Guilty Gear
- Tekken
- Persona 5
- God Eater
- Tales of series
- The Legend of Heroes series
- 7th Dragon series
Roleplaying
I originally joined this site several years back, having gotten my feet wet only recently at that point as an RPer. I was recommended this site by a pal of mine (@PaulHaynek) and joined a couple of his RPs. However, due to RL stresses I had to take a break from the world of RPing and took sometime for self-reflection. After a 2 year absence, I'm back in saddle and ready to further stretch my creative muscles. As for what roleplays I like, I enjoy anything action-oriented. I'm fine with any settings for the most part, though I'm more inclined toward the magical and sci-fi. Also, I've gained a sort of preference for RPs that allow users to play as multiple characters, but solo is fine either way. Here's a list to give a better idea of my tastes.
- Fantasy/medieval
- Dystopian
- Steampunk
- Sci-fi
- Apocalypse/Post-Apocalyptic
- Generally anything anime/manga related
- Adventure and Combat oriented
- Romance here and there is fine too
That's all for now, reader. If you decide to post an interest check for an RP idea, you just might find me posting a character profile ready to be reviewed. Don't be afraid to give me a shout if you'd like a Co-DM to bounce ideas off of as well.
Until then.
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Because the plot demands it. Also, when a cute fox girl asks a favor of you, you follow through. No questions!
@Sho Minazuki
Hey. I had a decent amount on my plate and wasn't sure if I could take this RP on as well. Been lurking around the interest sheet, and I decided to throw my hat in again, if that's cool. Got a CS here, let me know if anything needs to be changed.
Hey. I had a decent amount on my plate and wasn't sure if I could take this RP on as well. Been lurking around the interest sheet, and I decided to throw my hat in again, if that's cool. Got a CS here, let me know if anything needs to be changed.
Aboard the Clemantis
"No grazie, Senora." Replied Lucrecia to Kat "Though quite flattered, I'm against workplace romances. Too problematic for my tastes." Viatrix the responded to Lucrecia's earlier comment, feeling that the maid gave her a little too much credit. She carefully took Akantha into her arms as she prepared to go off with her and Lyssa to the infirmary. The child glancing at her and Polina, Lucrecia returned the glance with a reassuring smile before the three went off.
Leoniya then walked up to the three recruits, congratulating them on a job well done. "Ah, t'was nothing Madonna." She replied with a humble bow. "It was a matter of, how you say, "Teamwork makes the dream work." I believe that's the way the saying goes?" Bernadette was the next to make her presence known, confirming that she was able to reestablish communications. However, before she could finish she was snatched up by the Krysan maid, who declared she was going to cook up her apparent "signature" Stroganoff.
"Truthfully, I am no stranger to cooking dishes using wine and ale. You'd be surprised how popular it is among certain affluent socialites." Replied Lucrecia to Leoniya and Bernadette "If I'm not overstepping my bounds, I'd be more than happy to- Gruhh!" She cut herself off making a sudden pained grunt, holding her back. It seemed the back wound she received during the mission hadn't fully healed at this point. Wincing a bit, she decided that it may be in her best interests to reunite with Akantha a bit early and pay the medical officer a visit.
"Perdonami, Madonna, but I think I'll see Viatrix for a moment." She wasn't as familiar with demons as some of her other companions, but she imagined untreated wounds inflicted by them spell particular trouble down the line. She went in the direction the other three went and arrived at the entrance to the infirmary, seeing Viatrix beginning to attend to the other two.
"Ciao Madonna!" Lucrecia said. "I hope you don't mind the sudden intrusion, but hopefully you're equipped to tend to a third person. I have a nagging back pain, from a demon wound no less..."
She looked over at Akantha, waving a greeting at her. "Hello dearie, looks like we both could use a bit of a check up." She then looked over at Viatrix, her expression becoming more serious. "You haven't found any issues with her, have you?"
@PaulHaynek @Restalaan @Hammerman
Kozukata Cemetery
Seeing Hinami pass into a peaceful slumber, the gravekeeper lowered her axe, with Takeshi now speaking with her on current events. Thankfully, it seemed he won Yurine off with a bit of convincing. She stated that she knew of a remedy that calms the body allowing the mind to focus, perhaps then it would be easier to figure out what drove this negative feelings inside of Hinami. She would first need enough ingredients to make the remedy, however, as she didn't have the necessary flower - red spider lilies. Seems there were some nearby, fortunately, with Takeshi agreeing to scout out for them and Luna volunteering to follow.
"Please, be careful Takeshi-san. You as well Luna-chan. And, thank you..." Said Atsuha to the duo leaving to find the necessary herbs. That leaves her with her sleeping sister, her lover, and the gravekeeper herself. At Yurine's questions, Atsuha felt that the first one was easy enough to answer. "We are yokai from various backgrounds who were contacted by a supporter of the Oja family and Shizuyama as a whole, sent her to aid Takeshi-san the the natives against the Varjan invaders and save as many lives as possible. There's not really much more to it than that."
However, at the second question, she fell silent for a moment, looking over her sister. She then seemingly braced herself, as if it was quite the emotional burden for her to speak on the next subject. "Truthfully, I that's something I also wish to know. I'm not sure if it was something I did or something else that happened at some point. It may help if I gave a bit of context." She paused for a moment, as if she was gathering the courage to divulge the information she had been holding back.
"You see, my sister and I are not natural yokai. We, we actually were born humans just like you and Takeshi-san. However, one day, my sister died from an illness. She...is very dear to me and I simply could not accept that she had been taken from me. So, I did the unthinkable - I underwent a ritual that involved resurrection magic. After I perform the ceremony, my sister and I took the forms you see before you now as punishment for breaking taboo. Perhaps her fury is some form of karma for defying the laws of nature."
@Enkryption@Polaris North@ReusableSword@The Irish TreeNPC(s): Lapis
Lapis was taken aback by the sudden shift of demeanor on display by Scarlett. Most of what she’d seen so far was the woman behaving like a wild animal, crawling up the tower like some feral feline. She was also grossed out by her sudden puking during the ride to the village. Thankfully, she was able to clean off any gunk that got on her boots with her command of the elements. That aside, the woman standing in front of her barking orders had the air of someone seasoned and confident in the field.
Like Xashan and Roze. Perhaps, even, her…brother? The thought caused her eyes to widen a bit. Snapping herself out of her thoughts, she noticed Scarlett generating an alchemic spear in her hand, declaring she was going “fishing”. ”....? I, I don’t understand? You out of nowhere start barking orders, then you decide to go hunting? Are you touched in the head?”” She uttered. Though, it seemed her words would go unnoticed, as Scarlett left to search the outer reaches of the surrounding forest. While still taken aback, she felt there was something more to the alchemist’s actions. All she could do was let out a sigh and turn back to the others. Lapis didn’t appreciate being called a “bleeding heart” and “Miss Clown Hat”, but for now, she’d let it slide.
”I swear, that lady is as haughty as she makes my brother out to be. Well, Mr. Tilnak, it seems she wants us to play around in the mud while she fishes for lunch.” She said, turning to the insectoid Belua. ”Still, I can at least appreciate the importance of strengthening the village’s defenses. I guess you guys are going to back her up? ” She looked at Shavis and Hector.
The noble sniper had seconded Scarlett’s proposal to divide tasks in order to prepare to deal with the encroaching beasts. Lapis looked on as Hector summoned a tiny wisp and had it tail Scarlett to keep an eye on her. She figured that this method would probably work better, as Scarlett seemed like the type who didn’t want to be bothered while on the field. That’d be best…for now
The scarred alchemist having now left, the village elder turned to Shavis and Hector. ”Most of our manpower has been dedicated to repairing damaged homes and gathering resources lost due to the beasts. I’m afraid that we don’t have much to spare, but if needed we can provide some able bodies to aid you in the hunt.” He said ”That’s quite alright sir.” Lapis responded, with a friendly smile on her face. ”Your settlement has been through enough, please just focus on rebuilding. My associates and I should be more than enough to handle the rest!”
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Scarlett made her way further into the forest past the village’s boundaries. During her trek, she would see reptilian footprints scattered in various places. Along with them, the surrounding trees and boulders were covered in claw marks. She would have to tread carefully, as it was doubtful that the Makara would take kindly to an intruder. With spear in hand, Scarlett eventually found herself in front of a large lake. The surrounding area was covered with a thin fog, giving it a surreal and precarious air. As she drew toward the water’s edge, she began to hear a loud slapping sound coming from the water. The fog made it hard to see where it was coming from, but it sounded like it came from near the lake’s center. Her spear at the ready, she got close enough to where the water touched her feet.
At that moment, a large erupting splash washed over the alchemist. It was accompanied by a guttural reptilian screech. A large specimen of the aforementioned beasts instantly pounced on her. Scarlett was able to react quick enough to stab the beast in the shoulder, but it didn’t seem to bother it much as it bit down on hers. Due to Scarlett’s unique composition, the beast didn’t get much for its trouble, and Scarlett was able to kick it off of her.
The beast quickly got back on its feet and hissed. It appeared Scarlett’s fishing trip turned into a deathmatch. While she focused on the beast in front of her, ripples and bubbling could be heard behind her coming from the lake. More roaring and hissing sounded from the water; the hiss the first made was it calling for help! Unless Scarlett did something, she would soon be swarmed.
Hector and Shavis may have been nearby and sensed the danger, especially with the wisp the former used to tail Scarlett. If they were quick, they may make it in time. They also had the suppressants given to them by the alchemist. Perhaps it would be wise to use them and come in for a sneak attack against the incoming swarm.
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Lapis and Tilnak had set up the village’s defenses by combining their earth and water elemental abilities. By working in tandem, it didn’t take very long for them to create a hardened barrier that separated the village from the expanded territory.
”I hope this works…” Lapis stated, looking over the barricade they made whilst taking care of any finishing touches she saw. ”Your command over the elements is impressive, Mr. Tilnak! Though, I suppose that shouldn’t come as a surprise.” She said, complementing her comrade.
Before they had time to further converse, a louding snarling sound could be heard. It was followed by a large claw appearing on the top of the barricade. ”Oh no!” Lapis and Tilnak witnessed a few of the aquatic creatures start to come down from up the mud walls they made. ”Oh crud! Scarlett’s plan didn’t account for them being good climbers! Hachigan, to me!!” At that moment, Lapis’s little familiar began to grow in size, adopting a brand new and more menacing form.
The creatures that descended were already on them. With a bellow of its own, Hachigan began whipping at the creatures with its powerful tentacles, attempting to snatch them up. Lapis provided support by attempting to freeze the creatures in place. Tilnak would see a couple coming for him as well, and they would overtake him unless he acted quickly.
@PaulHaynek@Silverstein@FrogRFlowRNPC(s): Evelyn
Evelyn looked at Einer with a blank expression as she was led out of the office by Einer, which quickly turned to one of annoyance. ”That jerkface! I swear, I’ve never known anyone to raise my blood pressure so many times in one day!” She snapped. ”I thought we were supposed to be a team!!” Walking past Einer, Eve stormed down the hall. She didn’t bother asking which direction they went off in, since she’d likely be able to trace their mana signatures, especially Asterope’s.
Catching up to them, Eve and Einer caught them discussing what they’re next move should be. ”There you are, you little runt!” She hissed at Leon. ”What’s the idea, sneaking off on your own. Trying to take all the credit for yourself?” She was silent for a moment, a sharp glare locked on the knife-eared Fae. ”I caught the gist of the convo you were having. Sounds like we’re all going to tail that worker over there, then stick it to those thieves. Sounds fine to me, ‘bout time I got around to roasting some droogs.”
The group then waited until closing time, watching the workers leave for home. Josef also bade them a farewell as he trusted the mission to the reaver team. They eventually spotted the worker Leon tailed with his mind knife, he appeared to be looking around to be sure the coast was clear. He then started to make his way further into the valley. The group carefully tailed him, being sure to avoid his line of sight and drawing no attention to themselves. Eventually, true to what Leon had analyzed, the worker stood in front of a pair of boulders deeper into the canyon. ”Hey, it’s me, Camil, let me in.” After making his presence known in front of the stone wall, the boulders suddenly parted ways, being accompanied by strained grunting. “Come on in,” said a voice. The worker known as Camil walked through the opening, which was promptly closed behind him. The group slowly made their way toward the entrance, as they’ve finally reached the crux of their quest.
”It’s about time, I was SO fed up with sneaking around. It’s just not my style...” Eve whined. She was the first to walk near the stone doors. ”Seems this place is members only.” She said, channeling a bright vermillion energy in her palm. ”That’s fine, I have my own pass right here!” Eve, without even consulting the rest of the party, decided to force her way into the hideout. In a brilliant flash of light, the stone boulders were completely obliterated. The force generated a wind and blew at the rest of the party, having only narrowly evaded the incoming debris.
“What the hell was that?!” Said a voice. Quickened footsteps could be heard heading towards the blown apart entrance. Several cronies came out, they appeared to be armed with magitech blades and guns. “Dammit, that shitcock Camil was followed. Take ‘em out!” Another one yelled. They began firing on the group, starting with the fiery fledgling witch. ”Crap!!” She uttered, quickly scrambling onto her staff to dodge the incoming gunfire. The bullets that missed their mark had left the earth scorched as they made contact with it. The impact craters were also quite larger than one would normally expect, so it was probably a good idea not to get hit by them. Eve retaliated by shooting plasma energy at her attackers. ”Fall to my radiance!” She exclaimed.
Meanwhile, on the ground, several blade wielders began charging toward the rest of the group. Various blades began radiating either fiery or electrical energy. If the party didn’t want to be chopped into charred pieces, they would need to act now.
@Hammerman NPC(s): Ruecian, Rozemyme
”Based on recent events, we don’t believe that will be the case.” Rana said, finally speaking up. Her words held a sober stoicness with them. ”While the monster has actually attacked a few other regions in recent times, it has never appeared in the same area more than once. This should be just a routine purification task.”
”Indeed. The official was next to speak. ”Rana sums it up perfectly. That is to say, of course, efforts are being prepared to deal with the beast when it next appears. Right now, there hasn’t been any rhyme or reason to its sightings. Now then, if you all didn’t have any further questions, Rana will accompany you to the contaminated zone. If you would…” He mentioned toward Rana.
”Yes, we’ll be off now. Follow me please.” Rana said, ignoring Lanus’s leering eyes as she led the group to the designated spot. The group trekked out of the tent they were in and were led deeper into the forest. As they ventured further, a sickening feeling began to wash over them. Rana herself, despite her best efforts, couldn’t hide the anxiety she was feeling being back in this place. Gods dammit all, why are they keeping in this terrible place? She cursed to herself. Eventually, they arrived at a scene that showed the true devastating effects of miasma.
The foliage and vegetation in the area had completely died, leaving naught but purplish rotting ash in its wake. The air was murky and made the atmosphere dim and unclean. ”This…” Rana was hesitant in her speech. ”This is the main area the rot has affected. We’ll start the purification process here.”
As she addressed the group, twisted hands began to sprout from the ground. They didn’t look like hands, but they weren’t quite claws either. They were some sort of hideous, incomplete appendage that couldn’t decide what distinct form it wanted to take. Violently erupting from the earth, hideous figures came into view. They were grotesque creatures that were made up of rotting muscle and bone, and appeared to have three skeletal heads. They also had whip-like appendages that sprouted from the back of their necks. They bellowed with a vaguely humanoid moan. ”Shit!” Rana managed to spit out.
”Roze, that’s our cue. Let’s clean this up. Lanus, Rene, keep up and provide support when needed. Team up with Rana.” Rue said, generating a lance of ice in his hand. As two creatures began drawing near, they were instantly beheaded by the Belua’s icy weapon, he then charged into the fray to take down more. ”Rue, you’re always rushing headlong into everything, taking your strength for granted.” Roze said. ”To me, Devion!” Her command summoned a large eel-like creature to her side. With a shriek, it began to charge rime in its mouth. ”Sublimate these pests!” Devion let loose a stream of ice that froze the monsters to the point where their bodies shattered into little pieces.
As the two veterans went to work, more of the creatures sprouted near the other three. Wasting no time, they were already drawing near Rana. Panicked, she began to prep a spell, but because she was caught off guard she may not be able to cast it in time to save herself. The Fae couple would have to quickly improvise a plan of attack.
Aboard the Clemantis
Upon hearing that familiar sound of slapping, Lucrecia turned and gave Kat a mean squint. As if the mother wasn't enough, she felt the need to mark Lyssa's backside as well! "Kathrine, cara, it's a wonder how you haven't gotten a charge yet for your antics..." She scolding the Firbolg. What surprised her more was the fact that Lyssa seemed not only bothered by it, but requited her sauciness. Lucrecia could only dismiss it with a head shake; she was in the business long enough to know that you'll see that every place has its eccentrics. Her attention quickly turned to Viatrix, the maid in charge of nursing, coming up from the lower deck.
"Buon pomeriggio, Viatrix. I do indeed agree that Lyssa could stand some time spent in the infirmary." Lucrecia said, giving a gentle but solemn look at the pink-haired recruit. She then looked over at the little one. "In addition to any possible physical injures, little Akantha has been through quite the emotional and mental ordeal. I don't see why a quick check up wouldn't be the correct course of action. Food and rest will come afterward, of course."
She looked at Akantha, gently rubbing her cheek to comfort her. "Akantha, my dear, please go with Ms. Viatrix. She is nothing less of a saint, and wants to make sure you're not hurt. We promise it'll only be for a little while, and Polina and I will be right here when you get back. Then, will get some good food in you."
@PaulHaynek @Restalaan @Hammerman
Kozukata Cemetery
"Thank you, love, really. Please understand; Hinami, follow behind me and let's continue onward." Atsuha said, motioning for her sister to follow. Adhering to Takeshi's advice, they continued their trek through the graveyard huddled together with the others. It seemed that the fog got thicker the deeper they ventured in. After a little ways, Takeshi made a sudden stop in his tracks. His abruptness started the sisters a bit, thinking danger might have reared its fangs. They quickly saw he was eyeing a lone grave in particular, he walked over to it slowly. Kneeling down at it, he revealed to the group that the tombstone belonged to his deceased mother.
"O-Oh, I see. I-I'm sorry you never got a chance to her, Takeshi-san. But, based on what you've said, I'm sure she was a wonderful person. She'd be proud of the man you've grown into." Atsuha said, attempting to comfort the young lord. Hinami looked on with a sober look on her face, silently empathizing with Takeshi. Before they could comfort him further, a presence in the fog promptly made itself known - one that showed hostility. While Atsuha had talismans at the ready, the sigil on Hinami forehead began to glow more brightly as she held her head in a delirious aching. The Jiangshi began to make a low, snarling sound as her eyes dilated first before coming more predatory. She was looking dead at the woman, who was revealed to be none other than Yurine the Deathkeeper. Upon seeing that Takeshi was among them, the shock caused her to topple over. Takeshi quickly went over to her.
Takeshi and the others explained the situation to the old woman, but the de-escalation of the situation did little to calm Hinami's animalistic side. "Sister!" Said the spider, as Hinami's snarling grew more violent. She soon nearly charged at the Yurine. Thankfully, Atsuha with her monstrous strength was able to hold her long enough to wear she could imbue her chi into the sigil to strengthen it. Hinami's snarling died down and she soon calmed, she sank into her sister's arms as she passed out.
"Yurine-san, I beg for your forgiveness! My sister means no harm, she is just unwell!" Atsuha said, in an almost panicked tone. "We are hear on this island to aid Lord Takeshi and all of the people here from the Varjan invasion. We came to see if you were still with us and to request your aid in the fight. But also..." She looked at her sister, still resting in her arms.
"I came here in the hopes that your knowledge in caring for the dead would somehow aid in my sister's condition. Please, anything you're able to do would be most appreciated! I implore, please, help my sister! She's...She's all I have left..." She was pleading at this point, a bit of tears welling up in her eyes.
Aboard the Clemantis
Lucrecia made a small sigh as she prepared to be chewed out by their combat instructor. However, much to her surprise, Myrilla's entire rough-and-tough persona disappeared when her daughter chimed in. Citing her anger that at first seemed to be stemming from a show of insubordination, was actually from a show of concern for their fellow maids. Realizing that, it put the instructor in a different light in Lucrecia's eyes, and made her feel a little worse that they unfortunately couldn't save them. Although, seeing the instructor's heart melting so easily when faced with Lyssa made her chuckle a bit. With that, they were all dismissed and had some free time before they arrived back at the Maison. With a bow to Myrilla, Lucrecia excused herself from their instructor. "Gracie Madonna." She said.
She walked over to Polina for a moment. Thinking it'd be nice to build a bit of rapport with her, since they worked together for a large part of the mission. "Seems the mission worked out rather nicely, all things considered." She started. In my opinion, I don't necessarily feel that the action you took was wrong. Sure, it got more than a little hectic dealing with a sudden swarm of demons. But, being lessers means they're easier to take out, and with most of them coming out of hiding it meant less chance of ambush for us. It certainly made it easier to find Lyssa and this little one." Lucrecia said, looking at the little girl clinching to Polina's leg with a warm smile. If the little one would let her, she'd attempt to rub the top of her head as a means of comforting her.
"You know, I hope making sure you always have enough ingredients to make more macaroons doesn't become too difficult in the coming days. I feel the young Madonna...may become a frequent patron due to them." She warned the farisian maid. She glanced at Lyssa, who was still stuffing her face full of pastries. "Does she always down sweets like that, I wonder? How does she stay so small?"
Noticing Kat and her dolls, she looked with curious eyes as they scurried about. Some of them were repairing each other, sewing limbs back on or stitching cuts back up. "Well Kat, it seems you and Leoniya were able to subdue that high demon. Nothing we seemed to threw at it." She said to her Firbolg comrade. "Although, I didn't see a body or even a cinder outlining one. What exactly did you do? I can't imagine that it ran away.."
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