Since we're all shouting out domains, I'll like to say that I'm going to take a stab with the Murder domain with a subdomain of Knowledge and perhaps something else! Hope I don't disappoint with whatever comes out~
"Hahahaha-" Kenneth laughed as he wiped a tear from his face while he walked down the sidewalk with several friends of his who cracked a few jokes and talked about school. Starting from his left, there was Alex and her boyfriend Michael who were dressed up in garments from the Wild West as they decided it was just a costume party and were having fun with it. Then to his right was Marion and Nickoli whose skin reflected light off perfectly like dolls and they were dressed up like that as well which was their theme. Pretty eerie as they were inspired by Dollhouse by Melanie Martinez. Together the three groups all went to each other houses to help out with each other's costume and provide critique on what they liked or what could be improved. After various amounts of time on preparing each costume, they had finally finished so it could be worn to the dance.
The costume that Kenneth decided to make, headed off into a different direction for the traditional scary for something more unique in the tradeoff. Coming up with the idea to make a steampunk outfit which would serve the theme very well, it no doubt burnt some cash in the savings and time to invest in setting it all up. It was all worth it as he fixed his brocade vest which was the decorated piece of the outfit with intricate designs that vaguely looked like bronze gears on a black backdrop. The intricate designs furthermore glowed a luminous yellow that had been used in a black light party before and would be useful tonight in the dark. Shifting his vest as best he could with the restraint of the leather harness, moving the trench coat he was wearing which had a punkish look for its simple yet fitting style while resting open on top of the vest. With one of the shoulders being noticeably covered by a metal shoulder plate with a red hand-print before extending down by the extension of several other plates as it reached the very tip of his hand before encased in a gauntlet. Finishing off the iconic style with the traditional top hat, attached with a pair of goggles that accented the look along with several other smaller things in his outfit. Such items were like the pocket watch that was slipped into his pocket and the ring that was slide onto the leather glove on the opposite side of the metal gauntlet or perhaps the dark leather boots which matched with the theme.
The costume was certainly complex and no doubt stuffy but it was the price to simply look good, as the group finally got into the line that was out of the door. With Kenneth fidgeting around as he finally placed on the mechanical looking contacts which glowed a pale blue in the dark along with the warm light of the yellow vest. However, that wouldn't do as Kenneth focused a little bit of his power for a little subtle use, making his eyes gleam vibrantly and glow in the darkness. Placing a dull yellow masquerade mask over his face with small details onto the metal that barely visible under the light of his glowing eyes. Finishing adding the final touch to his costume, he resumed to chat on with the group and move slowly ahead as they approached the front of the line, wondering what was taking so long before finally paying at the front door and entering inside. Looking around at the different costumes that were already inside and comparing some of the most interesting ones.
Kenneth's own glowing figure didn't distract him, but it gathered the attention of many people and even fewer who complimented him on the 'contacts' which was partially true and clothing. Checking himself out to make sure everything was in place, the warm glow of his vest was still fine as it was partially covered by his coat. His eyes were also fine, as they radiated a chilling pale blue that were too ethereal to not look at for a second time or stare into underneath his mask. Smiling once again when he brush off some imaginary dust off his shoulder, he continued to walk around the room until saw some of his friends. There were some who dressed up which he complimented and those who didn't who he stuck his tongue out and talked to briefly before disappearing back into the crowd as best he could. Having his heavy footstep follow one after another, looking through the crowd of people to see the competition that he was facing.
Moving his way through the crowd, he gave a brief welcoming to several of his classmates like Belle and exchanged a few words before leaving her to search for costumes. Elroy was one of those who dressed up and in which Kenneth talked to briefly and complimented on his costume before slipping out for reconnaissance again. Spying Sebastian Scott leaning against the wall, Kenneth would have said hello but he simply didn't and gave a simple wave to the other boy. The vibes off him were enough to keep Kenneth away for now and he continued his search onward, looking at the individual outfits that were at the Dance. Then something caught his eyes literally with a glowing dress that was, in fact, something pretty neat, taking a chance to see who it was. The person wearing it was not so surprising, as Tavia always seemed to have a handle over fashion, and it showed but nevertheless the dress was unique.
Waving to Tavia for a second "Hey Tavia, what a nice dress you have." He complimented before delivering a dramatic pose as if contemplating the dress, rubbing his chin for added effect. Twirling his finger after some examination as if an order to spin for him but with a twirl from his heel, he spun up from his crouching position to leaning forward towards her and playfully asked with his glowing eyes filled with intent. "Anyone else you've seen that may be competition? I know a few of our classmates aren't as motivated as either you or me-" Giving a quick glance to Sebastian in particular as he leaned against the wall "But Winter and a few others in our class seem to be competing but I can't find her... Hmmm..." He said before making a futile attempt again to find her (or her nemesis Trinity and in general other people who were at Tavia's level which so far took the competition he saw so far). "Anyway on the side note, this dance seems way too sleepy... Hopefully, someone will shake it up a bit." He said wistfully as he barely saw anyone on the dance floor save for a few brave individuals.
Before the announcement of the introduction meeting between everyone, Kasami was already back from her mission early in the morning, a small incident at the pond at the park nearby. Bring back her spare materials, she looked at the list of who would be attending and began pulling out pieces of paper and cutting out little figurines that would represent them. Writing each of the names of the individual who would come to the room, they were customized name tags as she decorated each one with a variety of art. Setting each one down in their respective seat as she continued onto the next one and when she was done with everyone, her focus went onto the centerpiece of the room. Setting down a light brown vase as she pulled out spare flowers from earlier and began snipping off stems of the flowers before setting them into the vase. With a backdrop of green leaves and a few flowers with a minty green tone to them combined with white flowers. Together the white flowers blended with the minty green petals and yet still contrast to the hard green leaves and stems.
Taking a step back after placing her arrangement onto the center of the table, wrapping it up literally with a with a green ribbon before taking a step back. Watching the vase tingle with magic as it seemed to be the finishing piece of a ritual, glowing infectiously as the name tags began to glow as well. Lining the room with a simple charm to promote friendship and the creation of bonds. Smiling at her work, she cleaned up the mess around her before leaving the room with a small smile on her face. Closing the door behind her, she left the room unaware that the room was changed last minute. Oh well... Either way, she fulfilled her job along with dodging the agents tailing her to relay the 'mandatory' meeting to her.
-Some Random Street-
Walking down the street, she smiled as she raised her hand from her pocket as the wind picked up the paper flowers in her hand that she made in the conference room. Glowing the same but dull color that made each of the flowers, gliding in the air as they turned into crystals before turning into dust a moment later. Continuing her walk down the street as her pockets were finally empty of everything she didn't need. Looking at her phone, she watched as time ticked on along her way to wherever she took herself.
Appearance: Kasami is a fairly ordinary girl who stands up at a height of 5'7 with her sleek frame that she has. Having light brown hair like bright autumn leaves and a pair of captivating sea green eyes that are hard to avoid. With a unique feature that is noticeable, as her hair touches the tailbone of her body even braided making it curious to how long she has let her hair grown. With lightly tanned yet pale skin, she carries around her an attitude of calm and grace that goes with the flow of life.
Personality: Kasami to her peers is a friendly and relatively enjoyable person to be around with a peaceful nature around her that is admirable. It isn't surprisingly to often find her alone and enjoying her silence, practicing her hobbies by herself but sometimes you can find her with peers who enjoy the same thing like her. Having an interest in the performing arts, she made her lot of friends with the quirky children like her and worked with people who did the same thing as her. However, not everything she did appeal to even the quirky children as they were very specific hobbies but nevertheless one of hers. Showing even more of her artistic side as she dipped into various creative hobbies and grew into them. Outside of her hobbies and school, she has a fondness for television as she can't help but binge watch her series or in consequence face anxiety should she have to wait week by week. Being a
Equipment: Kasami doesn't carry much on her everyday person, as she takes the usual things with her for school that she needs. Some extra things she needs for class is her violin which she brings to class along with a few other necessities like her phone and things like that. When being deployed for threats, the materials she may bring with her can vary depending on the situation that is at hand.
Abilities:
In the modern age, the natural forces of the land and divine no longer hear the voices of humans for a long time now. With the spiritual practice of men being diluted so much that they no longer hold any sway or grasp on its original meaning. Such being shown with the Native American Shamans with their practice lost through strife, the Onmyōji of Japan grown complacent and art left rusting, the Runes of Ireland discarded through time, and countless more of mystical arts which have lost its potency long along or gone entirely. In this day and age, communicating to the land itself is difficult and even trying to pierce the veil that separate the gods and the mortal realm is impossible by normal people.
However, while communing with the land or gods may be impossible for normal people that do not possess the ancient arts, people can be trained. Still, even with the proper training, there is still the withering of time that have render these mystic arts to its most basic roots. This can be mitigated through a ritual or even sacrifice to enhance one's connection for a brief time that allows the desired effect to happen. With the magic being labeled as 'The Light of Arte' which uses artistic rituals to fuel their prayers to the land or gods themselves should it reach.
On the side note, while it is possible to communicate to Gods it would require an prodigy of the divine arts to even try it. At most for even a master in this day and age will either receive vague answers or yes/no questions from them. Divine intervention is only something possible in the past when people were more connected to nature and the gods.
Kasami is a practitioner of divine magic, originally being trained by her family in the art of Onmyōdō and working at the shrine during her time there. Capable of working the spells of an Onmyōji with the numerous possibilities of their spells. Capable of casting a ward for protection, or a charm for good luck, in even dire cases a spell to 'bring upon omens' on those she cast them on. However, before unlocking its more advanced secrets such as the shikigami or the more complicated exorcism techniques, she postponed her training in Onmyōdō.
The Light of Arte is a relatively more modern form of the divine arts which involves the use of artistic rituals to connect and tap into the land and or talk to the gods. The Ofuda of an Onmyōji is similar as it is itself a basic expression of art but can be taken much further that what it currently is. In Kasami's case, her focus of floristry is her medium of focusing her magic that connects to the land which allows more potent effects. Channelings the emotions, intentions and passion of the caster into their work to create a stronger grasp over the magic they wish to enact. They are nearly limitless in what they can do but depend on the work that is used to fuel the magic, requiring not only time but dedication to focus on it. Focusing more on the working adjacent with the supernatural rather than simply beating it up, more 'offensive or negative' magic will be harder to perform compared to more positive or defensive magic in nature.
Also the Light of Arte is not restricted to floristry but all forms of creativity like acting, playing an instrument, wood working or painting and many more.
Skills: Kasami isn't great in anything or special in any case, she is just a girl with a few hobbies that she likes to have. One such hobby is her interest in music, having her be the 2nd chair as a trumpet in the classes combined, making a statement on the practice she has put into it. Enjoying the time she plays with her instrument and the chance she gets to play in an ensemble, she always has wondered what it would be like to conduct one, though. A personal practice of her that stems from her family is floristry which came as a natural interest due to the massive landscape her family's shrine had. Ranging from the trees to the flowers that were placed in an organized chaos and in general an abstract creation of plants all around. In helping her with her passion, her aunt as a florist taught her the instincts to creating a variety of projects with flowers. Even as she grew up, she continued to expan and learn her own style of creating her colorful display that was personalized for each one she made.
Brief Backstory: Back in her family's more better years they use to be part of the Japanese Supernatural Self-Defense Force, or the JSSDF, which they offered the training of their family members. Using the art of an Onmyōji to solve the supernatural problems they were experience more peacefully rather than a head-first assault. However, their intervention and assistance slowly waned as they were called upon increasingly less before eventually stopping entirely in the early 2000s. Eventually, her family reverted back into a normal routine of a temple and focused more on the daily life rather than paranormal. However, stories and tales from her grandparents and older aunts or uncles were always told to Kasami about their exploits back in old days. Sparking her interest to become just like them, learning the arts of an Onmyōji and occasionally being taken along for a cleansing but nothing more.'
Growing older, the mysteries and tales of her family never faltered in her vision to becoming just like them as she poured her heart into it. Maintain her academic life and her unusual lifestyle at home both healthy active at the same time, learning the greater secrets. It wasn't until one night, a rare outbreak of Oni-type yokai attacked the Shrine and defeated the Komainu or Guardians of the Shrine before continuing inside. A situation so rare during a time of their declining abilities, her family had a difficult time containing the perpetrators. Resulting in the serious injury of several members of the family and the death of an aunt. Showing her the dangerous side of the supernatural if it wasn't taken care of if they didn't take the initiative of handling things peacefully.
The Outbreak Agency came shortly after the situation was handled and after some clarification, they recruited some of the members of the family to help the cause in a more peaceful manner. Accepting the help of the Onmyōji once again, they hoped that they could change the supernatural community for something better. Leaving an impression and fascination on Kasami that other people were able to solve the issue of the supernatural. She would continue to train herself before finally joining the Agency through the connections of her family after several years to grow up. With the change of an less optimistic viewpoint than before after years of reality rubbing off yet still retaining that willful stubbornness.
@VitaVitaAR I know the "magic is dying" is the vibe you are getting from her, but its not! Its more like... fewer people know how to achieve that tier of power, with it still there its just that there are fewer people able to do things like that. My character's ability is a representation of that idea, which is using emotions instead of knowledge to access magic which will have its selective benefits and drawbacks. So no uprooting of entire forests or meteor swarms anytime soon but maybe 50+ pg of character development and maybe we'll get closer to that mark...
BUT yeah, I understand this isn't a 'magic is dying' setting. So hopefully that's cleared up! (Its just people are getting lazier setting)
Appearance: Kasami is a fairly ordinary girl who stands up at a height of 5'7 with her sleek frame that she has. Having light brown hair like bright autumn leaves and a pair of captivating sea green eyes that are hard to avoid. With a unique feature that is noticeable, as her hair touches the tailbone of her body even braided making it curious to how long she has let her hair grown. With lightly tanned yet pale skin, she carries around her an attitude of calm and grace that goes with the flow of life.
Personality: Kasami to her peers is a friendly and relatively enjoyable person to be around with a peaceful nature around her that is admirable. It isn't surprisingly to often find her alone and enjoying her silence, practicing her hobbies by herself but sometimes you can find her with peers who enjoy the same thing like her. Having an interest in the performing arts, she made her lot of friends with the quirky children like her and worked with people who did the same thing as her. However, not everything she did appeal to even the quirky children as they were very specific hobbies but nevertheless one of hers. Showing even more of her artistic side as she dipped into various creative hobbies and grew into them. Outside of her hobbies and school, she has a fondness for television as she can't help but binge watch her series or in consequence face anxiety should she have to wait week by week. Being a
Equipment: Kasami doesn't carry much on her everyday person, as she takes the usual things with her for school that she needs. Some extra things she needs for class is her violin which she brings to class along with a few other necessities like her phone and things like that. When being deployed for threats, the materials she may bring with her can vary depending on the situation that is at hand.
Abilities:
In the modern age, the natural forces of the land and divine no longer hear the voices of humans for a long time now. With the spiritual practice of men being diluted so much that they no longer hold any sway or grasp on its original meaning. Such being shown with the Native American Shamans with their practice lost through strife, the Onmyōji of Japan grown complacent and art left rusting, the Runes of Ireland discarded through time, and countless more of mystical arts which have lost its potency long along or gone entirely. In this day and age, communicating to the land itself is difficult and even trying to pierce the veil that separate the gods and the mortal realm is impossible by normal people.
However, while communing with the land or gods may be impossible for normal people that do not possess the ancient arts, people can be trained. Still, even with the proper training, there is still the withering of time that have render these mystic arts to its most basic roots. This can be mitigated through a ritual or even sacrifice to enhance one's connection for a brief time that allows the desired effect to happen. With the magic being labeled as 'The Light of Arte' which uses artistic rituals to fuel their prayers to the land or gods themselves should it reach.
On the side note, while it is possible to communicate to Gods it would require an prodigy of the divine arts to even try it. At most for even a master in this day and age will either receive vague answers or yes/no questions from them. Divine intervention is only something possible in the past when people were more connected to nature and the gods.
Kasami is a practitioner of divine magic, originally being trained by her family in the art of Onmyōdō and working at the shrine during her time there. Capable of working the spells of an Onmyōji with the numerous possibilities of their spells. Capable of casting a ward for protection, or a charm for good luck, in even dire cases a spell to 'bring upon omens' on those she cast them on. However, before unlocking its more advanced secrets such as the shikigami or the more complicated exorcism techniques, she postponed her training in Onmyōdō.
The Light of Arte is a relatively more modern form of the divine arts which involves the use of artistic rituals to connect and tap into the land and or talk to the gods. The Ofuda of an Onmyōji is similar as it is itself a basic expression of art but can be taken much further that what it currently is. In Kasami's case, her focus of floristry is her medium of focusing her magic that connects to the land which allows more potent effects. Channelings the emotions, intentions and passion of the caster into their work to create a stronger grasp over the magic they wish to enact. They are nearly limitless in what they can do but depend on the work that is used to fuel the magic, requiring not only time but dedication to focus on it. Focusing more on the working adjacent with the supernatural rather than simply beating it up, more 'offensive or negative' magic will be harder to perform compared to more positive or defensive magic in nature.
Also the Light of Arte is not restricted to floristry but all forms of creativity like acting, playing an instrument, wood working or painting and many more.
Skills: Kasami isn't great in anything or special in any case, she is just a girl with a few hobbies that she likes to have. One such hobby is her interest in music, having her be the 2nd chair as a trumpet in the classes combined, making a statement on the practice she has put into it. Enjoying the time she plays with her instrument and the chance she gets to play in an ensemble, she always has wondered what it would be like to conduct one, though. A personal practice of her that stems from her family is floristry which came as a natural interest due to the massive landscape her family's shrine had. Ranging from the trees to the flowers that were placed in an organized chaos and in general an abstract creation of plants all around. In helping her with her passion, her aunt as a florist taught her the instincts to creating a variety of projects with flowers. Even as she grew up, she continued to expan and learn her own style of creating her colorful display that was personalized for each one she made.
Brief Backstory: Back in her family's more better years they use to be part of the Japanese Supernatural Self-Defense Force, or the JSSDF, which they offered the training of their family members. Using the art of an Onmyōji to solve the supernatural problems they were experience more peacefully rather than a head-first assault. However, their intervention and assistance slowly waned as they were called upon increasingly less before eventually stopping entirely in the early 2000s. Eventually, her family reverted back into a normal routine of a temple and focused more on the daily life rather than paranormal. However, stories and tales from her grandparents and older aunts or uncles were always told to Kasami about their exploits back in old days. Sparking her interest to become just like them, learning the arts of an Onmyōji and occasionally being taken along for a cleansing but nothing more.'
Growing older, the mysteries and tales of her family never faltered in her vision to becoming just like them as she poured her heart into it. Maintain her academic life and her unusual lifestyle at home both healthy active at the same time, learning the greater secrets. It wasn't until one night, a rare outbreak of Oni-type yokai attacked the Shrine and defeated the Komainu or Guardians of the Shrine before continuing inside. A situation so rare during a time of their declining abilities, her family had a difficult time containing the perpetrators. Resulting in the serious injury of several members of the family and the death of an aunt. Showing her the dangerous side of the supernatural if it wasn't taken care of if they didn't take the initiative of handling things peacefully.
The Outbreak Agency came shortly after the situation was handled and after some clarification, they recruited some of the members of the family to help the cause in a more peaceful manner. Accepting the help of the Onmyōji once again, they hoped that they could change the supernatural community for something better. Leaving an impression and fascination on Kasami that other people were able to solve the issue of the supernatural. She would continue to train herself before finally joining the Agency through the connections of her family after several years to grow up. With the change of an less optimistic viewpoint than before after years of reality rubbing off yet still retaining that willful stubbornness.
