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Tales Of Shizuyama: Another RP with Monster Girls! (Looking for players!)

@Enkryption

Sure! That is allowed.

Tales Of Shizuyama: Another RP with Monster Girls! (Looking for players!)

@Enkryption

The link to the OOC by the way.

Tales Of Shizuyama: Another RP with Monster Girls! (Looking for players!)

@Enkryption

Vamp Mosquito, eh? Quite exotic.

While I personally lean Automaton, the decision is ultimately up to you.

Tales Of Shizuyama: Another RP with Monster Girls! (Looking for players!)

@Enkryption

Yes, we are! Welcome!

Tales Of Shizuyama (Far-Eastern Monster Girl RP)

Early update since everyone posted! Woo!

Tales Of Shizuyama (Far-Eastern Monster Girl RP)

Kishi Grasslands

Kikyo, Ever Faithful

~ @Hammerman ~

“My name is Lunatea Vern Farnsworth. As you might suspect, I am not native to this island. I came from the outside world under the invitation of Lady Kyouko, to help you and your people in your fight against the Varjans. So please, just because I am a youkai, or a monster—the term our people use on the outside—do not consider me your enemy. For I am your ally. And Takeshi-san can vouch for me on that matter.”

Lunatea Vern Farnsworth

Kikyo narrowed her eyes at Lunatea's introduction, but Takeshi was quick to follow-up. "They also saved me from Sanjo Beach, where the Varjans landed. I would've died there if it weren't for them." He said. "Listen, Kikyo. My father is still alive too, but he has been captured. We need to work together with the yokai to save him. With him back, I'm sure we can find a way to beat back the Varjan invasion."

The Oja retainer turned to her master in disbelief. "Takeshi-sama! You can't be serious!" Kikyo almost yelled. "To work together with the yokai... would be to insult our island and all those who came before us. To spit on the traditions that held our island for centuries. Please Takeshi, you must reconsider."

Takeshi closed his eyes and stood his ground. "Kikyo, we cannot do this alone. Back then, our demise was sealed. But now, there is hope. We can save our island. Throw back the Varjans." The young Oja placed his hands on Kikyo's arms. "I know I'm breaking many of our taboos. But trust me, Kikyo. We'll get through this. Please?"

Kikyo was indecisive at first, but then closed her eyes and nodded in resignation. "I... I trust you, my lord. I shall follow you." And with that, even the archers hiding in the trees lowered their weapons.

Takeshi laughed in relief. "Thank you, Kikyo."

"But I'll be keeping an eye on you, rabbit yokai. And don't think I don't notice you flitting your skirt to seduce us."

Kikyo Kinkakuji has been recruited successfully. Takeshi had let Lunatea decide what to do next. They could go to Terauchi Temple to rendezvous with everyone or go somewhere else.

---

Unknown Inn

Sorae, Gentle Heart

~ @AzureKnight (ATS & HIN), @Restalaan (SKA) ~

The taskforce sprung their ambush! And the people in the inn were completely taken by surprise! Skarsneek managed to take down one of the men conversing and making the others back away, startled.

"What the hell?! Yokai?!" The woman yelled. She was fair-skinned and had her black hair tied into a ponytail. She had a green kimono on and was unarmed, unlike the men who pulled out their swords. "Everyone, we've got yokai! But there's only three of them! Let's waste 'em!" The woman barked as she retreated into the inn.

More men in warrior robes and some bits of armor emerged from the inn with blades and spears. There were about six of them when the taskforce noticed two of the inn's windows open. Archers appeared on each of them, already aiming arrows at the yokai.

---

Terauchi Temple

~ @AzureKnight (SHI), @Rezod92, @Crowvette, @Restalaan (GRI) ~

Gringor and Nobutada reached Terauchi Temple without further incident. Although upon getting there, it appeared that the temple itself went through an incident. Whatever it was, they seemed to have missed all of it and only witnessed Io heal Shizuka upon their arrival.

There were signs of fighting in the temple grounds, burn marks on the stone paths and soils. Nobutada knew a small battle took place but upon seeing the multitude of yokai within Terauchi Temple, he winced. He wondered if Takeshi had really thrown his lot with yokai to defend Shizuyama. Well, there was only one way to find out. "Looks like we've missed plenty here. But first, may I ask: Where is the young Lord Oja? I was told he lives."

"Ah, ah! Well... Takeshi-sama isn't here yet. Err, probably off looking for other warriors such as yourself to help us defend Shizuyama." Ayu was the one who answered the monk. "B-But we're glad you're here Nobutada-sama! And not, you know, attacked us despite being invaded by Varjans."

Nobutada raised an eyebrow. "Is that what happened? Did Shizuyaman warriors attack you?"

"Err, yes." Ayu replied honestly. "B-But we didn't do anything to provoke them. They just saw the yokai and became immediately hostile." That was mostly correct but Ayu did not know that Shizuka's white lies may have aggravated them. "We tried to reason with them, but to no avail."

Nobutada exhaled with exhaustion. "...I shall go to the temple to meditate. Just... let me know when the young Lord Oja arrives."

-

As the monk removed himself from attention, the Shizuyama refugees began to emerge from their buildings. They all looked apprehensive at the taskforce and especially their yokai members. Fortunately, Ayu was there to explain. "Everyone, listen to me! I know that not only some of us are yokai but we also just battled warriors who were your sworn defenders, but please believe us that we are here to help. We were always here to help, only if you'll let us."

The Shizuyama villagers whispered amongst each other but made no direct reply to Ayu's speech. After a few moments of deliberation, they dispersed and returned to their own little corners in the temple grounds.

Ayu let out a tired sigh and turned to the taskforce. "Well, I take it that they don't completely trust us but at least they trust us enough not to freak out at us." She let out another sigh before continuing. "It'll take some time for them to come around. Although, I believe we can help that process. Why don't you all take a look around and see if there's anything you can do for some of the villagers. I'm sure some of them are already on board with us."

"Has Takeshi-sama given you any things you need to do? You can also do those." Ayu pointed out. "Or I suppose you can take a break for now. I mean, I heard you were all from the battle in Sanjo Beach."

-

~~ MAIN TALES ~~

Kageho, Innocent Shadow

"Kageho is a shinobi who was supposed to attempt to sneak through the Varjan blockade alongside others. The last wave of shinobi that we could send. I... ordered them not to go anymore, behind my father's back, since it would have been a waste and the Varjans were upon us. It was too late to call for reinforcements from the other islands.

Still, I expected her to show up in Sanjo Beach with the other shinobi. But they didn't. Anyway, their hideout should be around here somewhere. Try looking for any suspicious clearings in the forests around here. We can use their help."

-Takeshi Oja

Kazenosuke, Dancing Blade

"Kazenosuke could deflect any attack with his spinning blade, and deliver slashes faster than the eye could see. I have no idea why he couldn't make it to Sanjo Beach. I know he's a ronin, but he still should have heeded my father.

Well, his house is near Terauchi Temple. Not very near, but just follow the river near the temple and we'll find his home and then we can ask for his help."

-Takeshi Oja

Yurine, Death Keeper

"Yurine has taken care of Clan Oja for as long as I can remember. Despite being a servant, I know she can swing her masakari axe pretty hard. I've little idea of her past but I know it involves tending cemeteries.

She should be in Castle Oja but my father sent her to Onrai to begin enacting some way to protect the graves from being desecrated by the invaders. I know of a famous cemetery south of Terauchi Temple. We can begin looking for her there and she'll surely help us."

-Takeshi Oja

~~ SIDE TALES ~~

The Heavenly Strike

A villager woman with long, indigo hair has something to say to a taskforce member.

"Have you heard of the 'Heavenly Strike' technique? Many people claim it is simply a myth, but the musician Katsuhiro insists that it's real. Speaking of whom, I believe he is around here somewhere.

If it's as powerful as the story claims, let's hope you never face the technique in battle."

Caution: This is a long tale.

A Bridge Too Far

A villager man puts down his drink and approached the taskforce member.

"Yokai, the Varjans have taken the bridge leading to Terauchi Pass, the road that connects to here. Many people travel that bridge, especially now. Please, you have to do something."

The Cost Of Iron

A troubled woman stared at the ground listlessly, but her eyes widened upon seeing the taskforce member.

"I saw a terrible battle near Kuta Farmstead, yokai. Bandits and Varjans killing each other. I probably shouldn't worry about scum tearing each other apart, but their fighting might put someone in danger.

Please, can you take a look?"

Fatal Pulse: Shipping and Handling

A panicking man ran up to the taskforce member.

"Yokai, please hear me out. While I was on my way here, I had to hide from a patrol of Varjans. One of them was a strange black-clad warrior who stood out from all of them. I overheard him talking about 'very helpful substances' and how they can be used against our people.

I think they were going to the Yagata Shipyard west of here. And the Varjans called the warrior, 'Fatal Pulse'."

Tales Of Shizuyama: Another RP with Monster Girls! (Looking for players)

Bump! Looking for 2-3 players!

Tales Of Shizuyama: Another RP with Monster Girls! (Looking for players!)

Bump! Looking for 2-3 players!

Tales Of Shizuyama (Far-Eastern Monster Girl RP)

Update's out!

Will update the Characters Tab soon too to show the active players.

Tales Of Shizuyama (Far-Eastern Monster Girl RP)

Kishi Grasslands

Kikyo, Ever Faithful

~ @Hammerman ~

“But if the Varjans lost, why does the city look like this?”

Lunatea Vern Farnsworth

"Probably destroyed from the fighting, or it was already burned down by the Varjans while waiting for Kikyo and her forces." Takeshi replied. "The only thing we can hope here is the villagers' safety, that they managed to evacuate before the Varjans and the fighting came."

"Hey, we can probably find your dear Kikyo by these footprints. But you have to take the lead. Tell that lover of yours that we monsters mean no harm. I don't want to get arrows raining down on me just because they think I'm hostile."

Lunatea Vern Farnsworth

"We're not lovers." Takeshi futilely denied. "...at least, I haven't confessed properly yet."

"But you're right, they just ran into Varjans so they'll be on edge. They might react violently if they see you." Takeshi agreed with Lunatea. Closing his eyes to think of a simple way to convey that the rabbit yokai with him was an ally, he let out a deep sigh when he resigned to the only option he could take. "Alright, I'll take point... and you all stay close to me. Much closer than how we traveled previously. That way, Kikyo and her forces will not be hostile. At least, not immediately."

Being in close proximity with yokai was also something forbidden. Takeshi remembered his lessons about how a yokai passively emits her energy that can be absorbed by a human in her vicinity, leading to corruption. It was a slow process, incredibly slow as a matter of fact, but it was not nothing and so, should be prevented as much as possible.

But it was a litte too late for Takeshi, who had done things worse than stay in a yokai's presence.

-

Takeshi led Lunatea and the other yokai out of the destroyed port and back into the Kishi Grasslands. They followed a trail of blood and destruction left by Kikyo in the form of dead Varjan patrols who had the misfortune of running into them. The trail took Takeshi and the taskforce into a thin forest obscured by dense fog. "I have a feeling we're getting close to them, stay alert."

Entering the foggy forest, the group ventured a bit into the woods before Takeshi suddenly spread out his arms to block Lunatea. Or maybe block something from getting to Lunatea. "Everyone, it's me! Takeshi Oja! You know, son of Lord Hideo, doesn't sit properly, eats too much." Looking closely, Takeshi was talking to the silhouettes who blended with the obscured trees. They had their bows nocked but lowered them once they knew they were in the presence of their lord.

"...Takeshi?"

The voice caught all of Takeshi's attention. Emerging from the mist was a beautiful, fair-skinned woman with dark-purple hair and eyes which were wide in disbelief. She wore a shrine maiden's outfit with armor over it. "...You're alive."

"Kikyo..." Takeshi and Kikyo ran towards each other, ending in a long, tight embrace. "You're okay, too. I knew you'd be fine but still, thank the gods."

"I heard... the Ojas fell in Sanjo Beach." Kikyo could barely contain her tears. "F-Forgive me, Takeshi-sama. I actually gave up hope..."

"Hey, it's fine, it's fine!" Takeshi reassured Kikyo as they broke the hug. "I would've been lost, actually. If it weren't for them." The young Oja motioned to Lunatea and the other yokai.

"Yokai?!"

Kikyo drew her blade and was about to engage Lunatea when Takeshi stopped her from behind. "Wait, wait! Kikyo, they rescued me! They're here to help!" The young Oja sheepishly chuckled. He kind of knew this was going to happen but at least Kikyo actually stopped to listen to him. It could have been worse. "Hehehe, uhh. Again, the yokai are allies, Kikyo."

"Err, say 'Hi', Lunatea-san!"

---

Unknown Inn

Sorae, Gentle Heart

~ @AzureKnight (ATS & HIN), @Restalaan (SKA) ~

"But sure! It's a deal. Once this done, don't forget, you meet up with us and help Takeshi. We're gonna need every hand on this."

Skarsneek

"Don't you worry, yokai. I'll help Takeshi repel not just the Varjans." Sorae amusedly replied before chuckling.

However, what amusement she had disappeared when Hinami began to protest the harsh treatment. Fortunately, Atsuha calmed the Jiangshi down before Sorae could respond. The samurai was content to leave it at that.

The Dragon Tomi was still fast asleep in what was left of Sorae's home. She'll probably catch up later but one should hope she and Sorae don't get into a spat.

-

It did not take long nor was it difficult for the taskforce to find a trail of footprints, or rather hoofprints, that lead to the Tokinomiya estate. The horses themselves were long gone, their masters long dead, but their trail remained and all the taskforce had to do was follow them to where they came from. Chi from strong warriors could also be detected by Atsuha but these probably belonged to the corpses in Sorae's home.

The trail lead them out of the estate and into the dirt roads of the Onrai region. It took the taskforce half an hour going down a road with naught but the forests of Shizuyama around them, until the hoofprint trail lead them to an inconspicuous, walled, two-story inn at the side of a mountain. There was nothing remarkable about this place though, but there were several Shizuyama locals in robes conversing at the front yard. Their sword scabbards could be seen on their hips, these were no mere villagers.

The taskforce hid behind the walls surrounding the inn so they could listen.

"...What do you think happened to Sorae?"

"After that roar? She's probably dead fighting the Dragon that showed up there."

"First the Varjan invasion and now a Dragon yokai? This whole situation is getting complicated by the minute."

"Doesn't matter, we have our orders." A female voice piped in. "Once we confirm that the Dragon isn't at the estate anymore, we'll go there and make sure all the Tokinomiyas are dead."

---

Fung Temple

Nobutada, Unwavering Will

~ @Restalaan (GRI) ~

"So, you coming with your bois? Or do I got to crack all of your heads before we go?"

Gringor

"I do not appreciate the terms you use, yokai. But I suppose there are more pressing matters at hand, like how Takeshi has sent you, a yokai, to seek me out." Nobutada replied before letting out a sigh. "...I shall leave even that aside for now. If Takeshi-sama requests my and my fellow monks' service, then he shall have it."

"Let me just free my fellow monks. The Varjans hid them under this temple, where we keep our supplies. The 'cellar', if you will although it is larger than a normal one." Nobutada then put away his fire lance weapon and began methodically removing the floorboards to open a long hatch that revealed stairs that lead down into darkness.

Nobutada did not take any sort of light with him when he descended, feeling he did not need them. "Everyone! It's safe now! The Varjans have been vanquished." The large monk announced. "I had... special help. But we can talk about that later, what matters is that we're all safe."

There was no response. "My brothers?" Gringor watched Nobutada search the darkness, only to return empty-handed and a shocked look on his face.

"They're not here..." Nobutada muttered. "The Varjans lied to me..." One could feel seething anger rising from the monk, but it was immediately suppressed with an exhale of breath.

"...I must search for them. They must be out there somewhere, probably still captured by the Varjans." Nobutada said, more to himself than to Gringor. "Lead me to the young Lord Oja, yokai. I'm sure I can search for my brothers along the way."

---

Terauchi Temple

Rude Awakening

~ @AzureKnight (SHI), @Rezod92, @Crowvette ~

Io had met Lady Kyouko at Otomo Port and had arrived too late to join the main group of her taskforce. Not to worry, though! Lady Kyouko still had plenty of boats to take Io to the island of Shizuyama.

However, the Inari had other plans. She thought it would be faster to just teleport the Lich to Terauchi Temple, the base of operations of Lady Kyouko's human spies in Shizuyama. Normally, teleporting someone would consume a lot of Lady Kyouko's energy but since Io was also sort of a spellcaster, the Lich could help teleport herself and divide the energy consumption of the spell. With that course of action, the spell was prepared and the Lich was teleported.

In a burst of light, Io found herself in a peculiar chamber. She found herself facing what seemed to be a shrine, filled with statues and idols and lit candles. Looking around her, she realized that she was probably inside a Zipanguese temple with wooden floorboards and sliding tatami doors at all three sides. Also with her in the chamber were a whole group of humans all ragged in appearance, looking like refugees from a war. They were all taking peeks outside through the slightly open sliding doors until Io appeared.

Without saying anything, they all pointed outside. Silently gesturing to Io take a look.

-

"WHAT THE FUCK ARE YOU DOING!? Are you seriously going to kill yourself just to take out a group that's not even your enemy!? This is absolutely ridiculous! How many times do we have to tell you for it to get through your thick skulls!? We are here to help you! I just got back from helping Takamori and he's on board to help Takeshi Oja! Your island's secret routes have been exposed! We don't have time for this stupid shit! You're gonna waste your life over nothing if you don't stop!

Kerry Maros

"I shall NEVER suffer the LIES of the yokai!"

The miko bellowed her conviction, her spririt energy continuing to tear itself and making her quite delirious. Shizuka charged at her with nary a plan, his only goal was to take the miko's ofuda from her with his inhuman speed. He managed to get close and actually grab hold of the gold-colored talisman, but the priestess was not idle. She managed to ram her blade into the azure swordsman as he came close but fortunately, the sword only hit Shizuka's side and did not hit any organs. It was still quite painful, though.

Tearing the talisman from the miko caused her spirit energy to suddenly stabilize, causing a small blowback that sent Shizuka and the priestess flying away from each other. Ayu immediately went to Shizuka while the miko's battered allies took her away.

With the Shizuyama warriors beaten handily by the yokai, they began to quickly escape from Terauchi Temple. Two other shrine maidens surrounded the unconscious miko and teleported themselves away. This unwanted battle was won, with the only casualty being the injured Shizuka. The monks and refugees began to emerge from their buildings.

"Oh my gods, are you alright?!" Ayu panicked at Shizuka. "We got somebody in trouble here! Please help!"