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Tales Of Shizuyama: Alternative (Far-Eastern Monster Girl RP)

@PaulHaynek

Tomi stared at Kirei with a truthful interest, or at the very least what passed as such for Tomi. Interest in the gold dragon was fleeting at best, though came in powerful episodes. It required a level of care and effort to maintain; things that Tomi did not have in ample reserves. Still, her eyes switched from Kirei to the other young man beside him, some Takeshi Oja.

"Oja?" she repeated. He looked nothing like the Takeshi Tomi knew of. This little presentation speech of his resonated in her mind like an old memory, like a déjà-vu. She looked at this 'Takeshi' from head to toe. His short black hair and evenly dark colored clothing - nothing like what she remembered.

"But..." before she could speak, however, Tomi was cut off by Kirei who seemed to lay out his inner thoughts out loud for them to hear, but not to answer. Seemingly frustrated with the Dragon and her story, he walked away to deal with some other matter. "And there he goes..." Tomi muttered in a sigh. It wasn't the first time a Kannazuki walked away from her in frustration, she ought to admit. That too felt like a familiar memory, she thought, with an inner laugh and a smirk.

"My name is Tomi Oro. I am a Gold Dragon from further north on the main continent, but I couldn't give you an exact location." Tomi started divulging information about her origins. From where she came from to hear early years to decripbing her lair in a little more details than necessary, taking extra care describing her pride and joy: the treasure hoard she left behind when she took off on her personal quest. Eventually, her story made it to where they now are.

"So... I decided to take a nap and this is where I woke up. I took flight and ended up here. The good news is I think I understand what happened." For the first time since Takeshi looked at her, Tomi finally had a more serious air about her. Finally, the man might feel emanating from her all the raw power, magic, and ancestry that one may have expected from a Dragon - even in human form.

"Everything feels different; the scent, the air, the colors of the clouds and the color of the leaves. So slight the changes are that I failed to see it at first, but I feel it. This place... it's not Shizuyama. At least, it's not my Shizuyama." She took a step towards Takeshi, leaning in closer and closer to his head until... she picked a strand of his black hair in her hand to smell it. Was it necessary? No, but it was solely to emphasize her next point.

"Even you, Takeshi. I met you from where I come from, but you are wholly different, down to your scent. So, I do not know how, but it seemed I have slept my way to an... Alternate Shizuyama. Somehow?"

All air of seriousness left her just as quickly as it came when she slouched back into a pout, arms crossed, and lamented: "Definitely a Tomi thing to do... Just my luck!"

Magus Reaver: Scions of Sorcery

Asterope

@AzureKnight

After her presentation, Asterope sat back down and decided to remain silent for the remainder of the meeting. Contrary to some other Reavers and people present here, she had no strong feelings neither for nor against the church. The woman's aspirations had always been to become a talented mage, where that path might lead her. That pursuit may have kept her from learning as much as some others on institutions like the Church, if only because of a lack of caring for it. Now, however, things might have to change.

The looks some of her peers exchanged with the church members did not escape the woman's silent stare. She was gone for some time, but didn't forget about her previous companions, such as Leon. A mysterious man who seemed rather interested in the church and its doings nearly as much as he seemed of interest to them. Or at least that's what it felt like.

Soon after having learned of their imminent departure to the city of Flugel, the council ended. Slowly, the room emptied of their members. Asterope remained seated, not being the kind of person to hurry themselves to anything that did not caught her immediate interest. It was only when everyone else, or most of the room at least, had left that the lightning mage stood up and made her way to the halls. She might have had followed the church members along with Leon or engaged in some other inquiry... but the truth was she just did not know enough yet to truly want to mingle. Apart from Shavis - who seemed to have disappeared quite fast, the 'Thunder Witch' had not the time to make many an acquaintance. She did, however, run into a familiar face while roaming the halls: Evelyn Grace.

"Well... the 'Star Witch' herself. You seem to have quite the reputation around here, from what little I have heard." said Asterope as she walked up to the girl in the hallways, standing before the younger Reaver with all the regal presence that was her own. Yet for all of it and what people said about herself, Asterope did not sound nor exude any form of misplaced pride nor arrogance.

"I also heard new gossips. Some say that the Witch of Eon Tower managed to pull off some extraordinary magical feat on her last mission. Considering that said Witch is - quite unfortunately - not myself, it seems I must congratulate you. I will admit, I was quite curious and impressed when I heard of it. Perhaps we should discuss on matters of Lightning magic, you and I."

Tales Of Shizuyama: Alternative (Far-Eastern Monster Girl RP)

@AzureKnight

Tomi's lazy and relaxed stance changed to a surprised one when the man's tiger-like, angry stare fixated onto her own now confused eyes. The fact that this man was not Shizuyama was now abundantly clear. Him taking a step forward actually caused Tomi, a dragon, to take one backward. Not exactly out of fear per se, but the man was intimidating. Furthermore, the intense energy he let out wasn't amiss on the gold dragon who was always on the lookout for powerful individuals.

"Hrm... h-hold on. Who..." she began speaking in her soft voice, stammering her words as a drop of sweat would go down her forehead. Then, however, he said something that explained all of it.

Well. Some of it really.

"Ah! So you are Shizuka's brother!" Tomi said, her behaviour changing completely. It was as if the doubt and confusion of a second ago lifted totally. Her own, at least, as it seemed the man's own anger wasn't quite taken into serious consideration by the inconsiderate Tomi.

"My - you are just as cute as the Captain! Look at you!" Tomi jumped in little excitement, hands joined together. Perhaps part of her joyfulness was due to the fact she was realizing - wrongfully probably - she would not be punished by said Shizuka for falling asleep. Again.

"I did come to the island with him, and the rest of an intervention force. Though I do not feel any of them around anymore... Actually, everything feels slightly different. Even this temple. Kyouko-san?...Hmmm." she looked up, finger to her chin. "Yes, I believe she was that lady that hired us? I don't recall too much of that meeting."

She then sighed deeply before going back to the other part of the man's question. "Alas... I am not Shizuka's wife. He was very strong for a human, but kept refusing my advances. It was not meant to be... So I'm still on a quest to find a suitable mate! Who knows..." Her eyes half-closed to a more seductive stare as her tail came forward, slightly brushing the man's arm in a teasing motion. "...Perhaps you're looking for a mate as well?"

Tales Of Shizuyama: Alternative (Far-Eastern Monster Girl RP)

As she soared through the skies, Tomi couldn't shake the feeling that something was amiss—different, to be precise. The revelation of what exactly would come later, but in the present, her priority was hastening back to avoid another reprimand from their group's leader. Again. Unaware of the duration of her slumber, she needed to confirm her allies were still where she last left them.

Fortune favored her as she soon sensed friendly presences in the Temple, though they felt unfamiliar. Despite the gold dragon's typically carefree nature, she circled the temple a couple of times before choosing to land. Once decided, Tomi wasted no time.

The dragon descended with a resounding thud near the pagoda, creating a visible crater and cracked earth where she touchdown. Her wings vanished magically as she walked forward, displaying a lack of concern. Now, while a most common reaction to a stranger, yokai or otherwise, heading directly towards oneself might typically be a defensive response, everything about Tomi indicated she posed no threat.

Firstly, a Dragon yokai with ill intentions would have attacked without bothering to land. Secondly, she bore no weapons or armor. In fact, her nearly transparent veil did little to conceal her most alluring human traits. And thirdly and most obvious of all - her expression screamed nonchalance as she leisurely walked to them. Taller by a head than most humans, her golden hair cascaded down to her midback. As she approached, her tail positioned itself between the white-haired man and anyone else in conversation with him, effectively halting their discussion. Tomi, with pure golden eyes, scrutinized the man from head to toe. Her pale-skinned hand delicately grasped one of his locks of hair, as if to examine it.

Stepping back, her expression shifted from serious to one of disappointment, perhaps even curiosity.
"You are not Shizuka, but you bear the same scent? Who are you? Actually... where are we? I do not recognize this temple. Well—I do, but also... not? It feels different. Are you the task force?"

Magus Reaver: Scions of Sorcery

Asterope

The double doors swung open with a thunderous bang as Asterope made her entrance into the room. She came to a halt at the entrance, allowing her violet eyes to leisurely scan the surroundings. Without any notable sense of urgency, she proceeded to stroll in, gracefully finding her way to an unoccupied spot on the side. Adorned in her distinctive dress and an impressive cape, she emanated the regal aura which was so recognizable of her.

"Apologies for my tardiness! This morning was truly chaotic — I barely had the time to make myself look presentable for our esteemed guests." Asterope chose not to sit down and instead remained standing, meeting the inquisitor at eye level as she responded to him.

"My name is Asterope. You might have heard the moniker given to me by others, although I would prefer if you did not. I arrived early in the morning from a mission; please excuse my tardiness. But please, don't let me interrupt; continue." she said with all the politeness and smiles that was due when speaking to a man of Grisha's rank. All while remaining true to herself, of course.

She then looked around the room, recognizing many of the faces of those present. When her eyes met with Shavis, she gave her a smile and a little wave of the hand.

Tales Of Shizuyama: Alternative (Far-Eastern Monster Girl RP)

Tomi Oro

In this tranquil valley where one could only hear the wind rustling the leaves of nearby trees under a bright blue sky, the only movement that disturbed this lazy afternoon was that of a small furried squirrel running about. It's inquisitive nose pointing left then right ad it's quick legs brought it further and further on his dire search for food. Up and down trees, accross hills and under bushes until it stopped behind a particularily weirdly shaped hill near an old ruin. Atop the hill was a small tree bearing exactly what the critter had been looking for: berries.

Atop the hill it climbed and, quickly enough, it started making the small fruits fall down the bush. Happy as can be, the squirrel decided to eat some right now. As it did so, a sudden rumble made it stop and look around but there was nothing. However, suddenly, a second rumble of the earth took it by surprise. Shook, it jumped right off the hill. yet, as it did so the small critter came face to face with something unexpected.

A great eye. It's iris was golden as the sun and a vertical lizard-like pupil was enough to make the squirrel drop it's food and scurry away. Suddenly, the once tranquil landscape came to life. The earth bent and cracked and the roots of the tree atop the hill snapped as it seemed to come to life and rise up. Once the dust and earth settled down, in place of the hill stood what seemed like an actual Dragon. Almost as soon as it had stood up though, a flash of light and fire erupted and the dragon changed from to that a pale skinned woman that immediately took as loud yawn, as if nothing had just happened.

"Huh? Where are the others? Wait... did I fall asleep? Aww... Shizuka'll be annoyed again."

Just as the girl let out a sigh, wings appeared from her lower back and in one great jump, she took flight.

Tales Of Shizuyama: Alternative (Far-Eastern Monster Girl RP)

She's back.

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Tomi Oro

Dragon

Appearance

Golden horns sprout from Tomi's locks of blond hair. Her eyes, the color of wealth, betray her origins as a Gold Dragon. The era of great flying scaly lizards is long gone, and nowadays, people encounter Tomi in the guise of a pale-skinned, medium-sized monster girl with a formidable tail covered in iron-strong scales. Most of the time, she prefers minimal clothing or, to be precise, lazy attire, opting for a veil or loose clothing. However, if necessity arises, Tomi dons golden scale-like armor over her arms, legs, shoulders, and chest, leaving her belly area exposed. This armor seems to appear at will, most similar to the pair of dragon wings that seamlessly materialize and disappear from her lower back.

Personality
Tomi embodies laziness, finding solace in the embrace of sleep and activities that demand minimal effort. While the majority of dragons exude an arrogant air toward others, Tomi predominantly adopts an uninterested stance in most matters — except when it comes to treasures and what she deems significant. Despite the potential perception of arrogance stemming from her indifferent approach, it doesn't imply any malicious intent. Rather, it is an inherent aspect of her nature, for dragons are fundamentally guided by instinct more than many other monsters.

Abilities

Dragon Wings - Tomi has seemingly no wings, but can make them appear or disappear from her lower back and take flight if necessary. An ability born from dragon natural abilities mixed with a bit of magic.

Inferno - No surprises here to anyone who's ever stepped outside or read a book - as other members of her species, Tomi has access to her fire breathing ability. Whether in human or dragon form, her breath seem to have the same destructive power. However it also takes a toll on Tomi, making her very tired...like most other actions she does.

Immense Strength - Perhaps less spread among all species of dragons, Tomi is incredibly strong physically. All dragons are strong and intelligent, but Tomi - or perhaps gold dragons, as she never met another - has access to incredible strength when she feels like putting effort into it.

Dragon Form - As most people are probably aware of due to their original power levels, dragons have not completely fallen under the spell of the New Demon Lord. That is to say, they retained the ability to temporarily change back to their dragon form from before the new Demon Lord took over. This is not often used, unless in dire danger or to carry treasures - any treasures - back to their lair with ease.

Dragon and Armor Form

Background
Tomi was born as a dragon monster girl. The first few years of her life were spent with what she guessed was her mother, but ended up quickly being left on her own as was probably custom for Gold Dragons. With the instincts kicking in, she did not struggle that much to carve a place for herself in the wilderness. Life was incredibly lonely, but she actually did not mind it at all and was content with her lot, not even imagining for a second that there could be more to life than this - which was, living as an absolute Ruler of the Earth on anything inside her immediate territory.

Indeed, for it is possible for a dragon to never meet, or mate, with a human male for their whole life contrary to some other monsters. One day, though, Tomi learned of the fate that would befall her if that was to happen and did not exactly enjoy the fact. That is exactly why she made the trip. One day, after she had killed off a few would-be dragon slayers, the still alive 'intellectual' of the group threatened her by telling her what would happen if she was to stay around here all her life. Tomi did not believe at first, and set out to do some research which included books, libraries and maybe even speaking to other dragon monster girls. Sadly - or not, depending on your position on this whole monster girl business - what the man had said was true. Annoyed but determined, Tomi left her territory to seek a mate. Not anyone would do, though, as it would have to be a worthy human male that stroke her fancy.

Her travels and goal were what led her, one way or another, to Shizuyama Island.

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And here I was having such a nice, long nap... what is all this then? Are you the ones I - is that an icicle?

Kurai Majokko

While not laughing as they were making their mad dash to locations unknown through the night, Sayuri still found herself smiling as they finally stopped and everyone was catching their breath. The smile turned into a laugh that accompanied Suna. Though Homura and herself may condone Suna's earlier act - and though many at their age would deny it - they were still kids after all.

They had landed in a place that was not made for young adults, some might argue. Others would tell you that young adults were the number one customers of such a place, and that's just the nature of youth. However, the trio of friends were not here to take advantage of all this district's businesses - only the food, apparently.

Sayuri, having her own idea of where that coin purse came from, shook her head at the invitation, "No, thanks. I shouldn't be surprised this is your go-to place, Nonsuch, shouldn't I?" she'd add, with a sigh. Suna definitely, didn't answer to the usual criteria of a shining hero fighting for light and hope. The blond girl walked beside the vending machine, laying her back against it while the two others were making their transactions.

"Isn't it beautiful??" Sayui would answer to Homura's question first part, about the town. "I grew up here, pretty much. It's generally peaceful, and it looks great in the spring! But it has its flaws...and you saw some of them tonight." Kaeru's voice lost its usual peppy tone as the subject turned to the dark girls' club.

"The Depression Club. Or Detention Club, as they like to call their little therapy group. They are like us... or at least they were, but for some reason all of them decided to give up trying to make this world better and are in it only for themselves. They are led by the biggest Scrooge of them all, Schrade. Real name Rei Ishiko - we met a couple of times through our families business. A real downer night or day."

For the first time since Homura met Sayuri, her expression turned sour and her true feelings towards those that had fallen was made all too apparent, the voice even gaining some tinge of hate. Suna would not have seen Kaeru or Sayuri with such an expression often, either. "They still fight the Miseria, but make no mistake - they are not our friends. As far as I'm concerned, they are worse than the Miseria itself. Were you to tell me they are part of the reason why so much of it show up around here, I wouldn't be surprised one bit."

Kurai Majokko

Sayuri's smile remained even though her eyes shifted to that of a confused person listening to Homura's logic about the recent events. It made sense the girl felt that way, but she had no idea that the Detention Club existed. Sayuri could only imagine the level of confusion she was in. She actually felt bad for the new arrival. Having faced what Sayuri deemed the darkest part of Hibusa town.

"...What?" the girl mumbled before motioning with both hands to stop, agitating them frantically as she answered; "No, no, no you got it all wrong! They started the fight... besides, you helped! You took some of them away, didn't you? You and Suna here--" as Sayuri was saying Suna's name and pointed to her was the exact moment the glass broke. Sayuri's stare went to the glass, then back at Suna with a Why? expression.

Both Sayuri and Homura had a near identical reaction. Sayuri's echoed Homura. "Yeah - you can't do that?!" but to no avail. Their friend was already making her escape. The blond girl turned to some of the friends she came in with, who gave her back an amused look and motioned for her to go.Aww...Damnit!. She then followed suit to Homura, herself chasing Suna.

"You bet your ass I will! Get back here - we spoke about this already!"

Kurai Majokko

Some passed between Kaeru being able to escape the Depression Club members and her arriving into the mountain surrounding the town where she was supposed to find Homura. She was now sitting down on a rock, surrounded by croacking frogs, looking bored with her head resting onto her fist - just like her evening had begun. Neither the new girl nor any of Shrade's cronies were anywhere to be found, although some of her amphibians friends with kisses markings had a story to tell about that.

Kaeru had a laugh with them, taking in the serenity and calmness of the forest's night air before standing up, stretching, and getting a move on. Her friends dispersing in the surrounding woods.

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Sayuri would later arrive in the arcade herself - certainly not out of coincidence - and accompanied. Surrounded by a few of her friends she ran into while coming here, they entered while talking, laughing and just generally having a good time before Sayuri bid them to wait a moment as she spotted some old friends she just had to get back in touch with. The bright eyed girl then walked up to sad looking untransformed Nonsuch and their possible new friend. Compared to her hammer-wielding counterpart, Sayuri all colors and smiles. Her bright blond hair were complemented by brightly colored ribbons that matched her clothing's accessories. She approached the duo with a genuine happy air about her that was a perfect antithesis to Suna's more gloomy air.

"Heeey!" she immediately took Suna in her arms as if they had known each other forever. Although not having necessarily been close friends in their everyday life, they certainly had much in common considering their extra curricular activities. As did they with Lycoris.

"So sorry we were separated !" she said to Homura, although also appropriate for Nonsuch considering what happened earlier... before her eyes fell onto the machine they were gathered in front of and it suddenly hit Sayuri...

"Am I interrupting something?"