TheRealMonaMona

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Sephiroth didn't care about anything that was going on. Simply turning into a bundle of feathers and re-appearing shortly after if any 'danger' somehow managed to make its way towards him. Infact, Sephiroth just smirked while watching everybody go out on their own. .. The fools. All of them. All were worms under the Chosen Ones feet. But of course, one caught his interest, it was a no-brainer that he would follow Cloud.. but he also wanted to make sure Cloud knew he wasn't going to help at all unless he truly needed to. Why this was not his battle, he was just a spectator! Why should a spectator get involved? He had no reason to, so he just wouldn't. Simple as that.

"Fight your own battles, Cloud. Show me what your power can do."

Sephiroth just smirked, starting to fly on his one wing. He showed little to no interest in the entire situation, why, it was almost like he was already bored of it all. The Greatest Hero of All Time had dealt with much worse than this, effortlessly defeating dragons, impaling a gigantic snake on a wooden stake.. there was not much that could really surprise him. The worst part might as well be his silence..

Sephiroth talked a lot. That was a no brainer, or at least, to Cloud it was. Infact in his current state, he would speak to nobody but Cloud. As nobody else peaked his interest or deserved to be noticed. Which explained his general silence, infact, he only reacted with facial expressions when not speaking with Cloud, but that was irrelevant for now.

@ratKing

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Well this was just perfect. Another game? .. No. Even if the last one had.. odd characters. Rindo looked at his phone, wondering if he should ask 'Swallow' for help. If he even could. Rindo just kept looking at his phone for a bit, not paying attention to anybody else until he realized it was time to get on an elevator. Even during the ride itself he stayed silent, mesmerized by his phone.

After a while, he finally took his gaze off his phone. ...

The hell?

Who.. Who were these people? Who was this random bald guy, the very tall robot. the... rat.



"Not a big fan of these jokes. I've heard better."

Rindo placed his hands back in his pockets, phone going along with it. Until suddenly he noticed a familiar face.. Fret! Not really his first choice to be here, but a world without his friends was a terrible one. Lifting up his mask, Rindo smiled a bit walking up to his friend.

"I guess I shouldn't ask, but this isn't another game is it? And why does the rat talk? .. Wait, gonna take a pic."

Rindo pulled out his phone, taking a picture of the rat and attempting to send it to Swallow. It really didn't make sense to him, but he could really care less at this point.

@cadesmith@Spooky Birb

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Name: Rindo Kanade. Or just Rindo.

Age: 15

Gender: Male

Canon: NEO: The World Ends with You.

Main Thread or Sandbox: Main Thread

Personality: Rindo is a heavy social media user, and searching for info on his phone is second nature to him. As he is a bit passive by nature, he mostly goes along with what others suggest before making an effort to decide on his own. He prefers to go with the flow, and although he doesn't go out of his way to interact with others, he won't turn them away if they come to him first. He has a cautious personality and tends to survey situations before acting, but won't hesitate to get involved if necessary. Unfortunately, this can leave him to hesitate on important matters, and when the team has to make important decisions, Rindo acts like a bystander and has nothing to say. Rindo also has a naturally indecisive nature, going along with his cautious personality. Rindo also may not believe in supernatural phenomenon, as he believed for quite a while that the Reapers' Game was merely a advanced augmented-reality game using new technology

Whenever agitated, Rindo is shown to actually have a backbone. For example, after being fed up with Shoka's teasing, Rindo tells her to shut up and get lost. He also sometimes gets fed up with Fret's antics, even showing some passive-aggressive behavior at times, though he also clearly cares about his friends and will protect them as best he can. His agitation may be something which he develops during the course of the Reapers' Game, rather than an aspect of his personality from the beginning. He is quite deadpan, though not unkind, and typically remembers at least basic manners. In general, Rindo has a very private nature, as he can is slightly apprehensive about crowds, and often remarks how busy Shibuya is. When involved in a group conversation, Rindo is almost always serious, never cracking jokes, and almost entirely keeps conversations mission-oriented instead of asking personal questions about the new party members and their lives in order to get to know them better. As he even lies to Fret during Replay sessions in order to achieve the right outcome. Rindo does not really treasure the friends and connections he has in his life, and it is only near the finale while living in world where none of them exist, that he finally wishes he cherished his friends more.

Equipment: hey wanna see my pin collection
(He can only use one pin at a time, and cannot switch pins during battle.)

Player Pin: Rindo's unique psychic power (given by the pin) is Replay, an ability that allows him to travel back in time on a given day and change his actions for a better outcome. This ability keeps his memories intact, though the very first time he used this ability, he had a strong sense of déjà vu due to not being aware he had this ability at the time.

Tenka Juzumaru Pin: Rindo closes in on his target and slices them with just his hands, after building up a combo, he can unleash a fierce forward slash that knocks enemies back.

Cave of Secrets Pin: Rindo can launch up to 10 rockets at his target, also being able to lock onto multiple foes by changing targets while charging.

Holy Guacamole! Pin: Rindo conjures flaming swords to protect himself and deal damage to any foe that comes in contact.

Once Upon a Dream Pin: Rindo tosses a bomb at his target. .. That's kinda it.

Attributes: N/A

Biography: Rindo lives in Shibuya, having been classmates with Fret. (Tosai Furesawa) After texting Fret and making plans to meet up at 104, Rindo makes his way over and is gifted a Reaper Pin by his friend, later on inadvertently entering the Reapers' Game, a game played by the rules of 'Erase or Be erased.'

Luckily, Rindo and his teammates (The Wicked Twisters) manage to win the game, gaining back their lives in the process.

Other: Nutkin.

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"Nice to see you.. my sweet prince.

Sephiroth plants a soft kiss on Lex Luthor's forehead, before turning towards Cloud.

"Hello, Twink."

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"Assumptions, assumptions. What, am I meant to kill him? Would you like that? And clearly, 'Negan,' you do not know who you are talking to."

Sephiroth mentioned him by name. How exactly he learnt of this name.. it wasn't exactly important. After all, Sephiroth did semi prove that he was listening the moment his name was said, the same going for Lucifer noticing the feathers, and Kira thinking of ways or things that could eliminate him? He hadn't heard of a 'Killer Queen.' Either way, that was enough mind reading for now. Sephiroth knew far too well that nobody here could match up to him, maybe if Cloud has bothered to get stronger, he could, but that was just pipe dreaming for now.

"I am not stuck you with all of you. No. You are all stuck here with Me."

Sephiroth reeked of overconfidence, though, he had the skills to back up this confidence. Being the greatest Hero of all time.. and being the One-Winged Angel of Destruction? Nothing could match up to him. Especially on their own. Filled with Malice and Darkness, Sephiroth took a step back, no longer holding the sword to Negans neck. Instead, simply grinning.

"To put it shortly, you may see it as kidnapping, I do not. This is but an invitation.."

@Jeff Jones@davefromdiscord@ratKing@Thatguyinastore

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It didn't even take that long for him to leave Cloud until he was mentioned. He turnt around to the man who mentioned him ( white-haired pretty boy. Flattery,) and began to walk up to him. He walked without making any noise, no footstep could be heard, as in an instant, he was suddenly behind Negan, leaving behind a few pitch black feathers where he once stood, pointing his blade directly at his neck. The strange scent suddenly grew more intense.. it wasn't exactly the most intimidating thing to smell like, but we make do.

"Rather rude to talk about somebody who is listening, perhaps you need to learn some respect."

Sephiroth took a moment to stare at the walking scrap metal before him. He had seen robots before, but this one? .. It wasn't special. Before then taking a look at Negan himself. He didn't seem like much, but of course, everything was a mere ant to Sephiroth. This man was just a much weaker one. Though it was a rather odd pair. A hunk of junk placed together, and a ego driven fool. Surely he had known his place in this world, or better yet, this little cage they were in. And if he didn't.. who better than Sephiroth to show him?

@Thatguyinastore @ClownTown

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.. A fool. A clown. A pathetic worm. That was all this man was. Was he truly this insane? Did he truly have a death wish? He was begging to die, begging with all of his heart, it was all Sephiroth heard. Not even the words he spoke made it through, simply, 'Kill me! End my pathetic life!' After all, that might as well be what this idiotic baboon was speaking. It became very clear in his expression, Sephiroth was not happy. A dark aura seemed to be emitting from his body, his wing suddenly appearing, most likely knocking Cloud back in the process. He could care less. Approaching 'Captain Falcon,' his grip on Masamune increasing in an instant. Dark feathers fell behind him, the same as a ravens.. a crow of ravens are called a murder, no? Their naming was about to be what Sephiroth was going to do.



"Only a fool would dream so high. But to come up to me, and utter such nonsense? Haha... Hahaha.. HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!"

The One-Winged Angel let out a truly sadistic burst of laughter, this man could do well as a Jester. He's already acting like one.

"I am the Chosen One, destined to lead the planet. You.. are a man chasing a broken dream. A lie. I shall say this once. And you will remember. We do not know you, and you surely have no beaten me. Get out of your own fantasy, before I pull you by the very threads of your shattered bones."

Sephiroth just turnt around to face Cloud once more, acting as if Falcon never existed. The aura of Darkness may have disappeared, but the malice behind it surely didn't leave. If Falcon decided to take another step forward towards Sephiroth, in a blink of a eye, Sephiroth would slash near his neck, purposely missing by just a hair, but still getting the job done.

"Now then.. Cloud. It was good to see you. But remember this."

Sephiroth teleported behind Cloud, crouching down and whispering into his ear..

"As long as you are who you are. I will always be there."

Sephiroth then flipped his hair and with that, he walked off, sword disappearing, and the wing following soon after. And for whatever reason, the cage started to smell like.. rose and vanilla?

@ratKing@Midle1998

Sephiroth is now 'Open.'

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"Oh but Cloud.. I admired your passion there. To stand up to your superior.. Really. Those would be such honorable words to DIE ON!

Sephiroth burst out into laughter, ever so sadistic, laughter. It almost struck Cloud with Deja Vu, as short visions of that one fire, with Sephiroths laughter included were burnt into his mind. The screams his mother let out in her final moments, begging Sephiroth to spare her.. the way he saw it, Sephiroth was doing Cloud a favor, letting him at least know what his mother said before she died. Was that really so bad..? But enough games. Sephiroth slowly raised his sword, prepared to strike down Cloud directly in the head..-- until this fool walked up and hugged him. He unsummoned his sword, as it turnt into mere particles, and looked upon the stranger with utter disgust. He would just kill him, but he had already given himself a reason not to kill anybody, a relief for everybody with him. Still, Sephiroth showed his disgust until it ended, simply pretending like Captain Falcon wasn't even there. Only having his eyes on Cloud.

Sephiroth audibly scoffed.. He knew he couldn't kill Cloud, and yet at that moment, he sure as hell wanted to. Leave him in a pool of blood, how fun that would of been. Sephiroth just gave a glare to the Captain, as the glare practically spoke for him, saying something along the lines of 'Back off before you're next.'

'May I inform you that whatever the reason we were all brought here for, fighting amongst each other isn’t the smartest move?' Sephiroth didn't see it as a fight, no, he was simply teaching Cloud a lesson. A rather generous one too, simply causing a bit of harm. Was it truly his fault that others were not acquainted with the way he teaches lessons? It mattered not. That was then, and now Sephiroth is entering the now. Taking a bit to stare at Ciri, before clearing his throat and speaking.

"Much worse could of been done. This was not a 'fight.' He wouldn't be here at all if it was. I was generous. Isn't that right.. Cloud?"

Once again, that ominous way of speech. He knew what to say, how to say it, and at what times. Gloating over painful memories and failures was sort of his 'thing,' mostly when it came to Cloud. No matter how much harm he inflicted, he would keep Cloud alive. So he could build up his hatred, and help Sephiroth achieve his goal. Of course, he wouldn't tell Cloud that until the time was right.

@ratKing@TheElenaFisher@Midle1998

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"You and I both know what happened the last time I 'died'. And once again, assumptions, assumptions. Either way, that was the past, this is now. Oh and let me just tell you.. I AM in control. Just of something, oh so much more important. Do you understand that, Cloud?"

It was almost like his words were vemonous, especially the way he said Clouds name. He truly wasn't trapped. No.. even if they found a way to stop him, even if they managed to 'kill' him, his will would refuse. He would refuse death itself, until he claimed his birthright.

"I'm rather disappointed you haven't realized by now. And Cloud.. I can tell you're afraid. The fact we are both in here, rather scary.. is it not? Don't lie to me now. I have forseen it. Why beg to die so easily? What happened to your fighting spirit? Were all the deaths for not? Just because I am in this cage with others? I cannot believe it.. a Hero begging to die, for all of his progress to be wiped. I always knew you were suicidal when it came to me, but this is a low blow."

Whether or not it was obvious what Sephiroth was doing, he made sure it would become slowly more obvious. .. He was reading Clouds mind. Every action, every thought, he was foreseeing. All with a grin on his face, as his eyes began to stare directly into his soul. He didn't need new material to scare Cloud.. all he needed was hatred. And it was oh so easy to obtain. Sephiroth is a bloodthirsty maniac, insane to the core.. but he still kept his intelligence from before falling into madness. Something of which Cloud should know by now. He wouldn't pick a fight until he truly knew Cloud was strong enough, and Sephiroth? He was more than strong enough.

"Now let me warn you, Cloud. You asked for this."

Almost in an instant after saying that, Sephiroth summoned his sword, as he didn't even have to move until it appeared behind Clouds neck. He didn't intend to harm him at first.. but just for the extra thrill.. It went deep. Before it could cause any more harm, Sephiroth summoned it back into his arm, however the sheer pain from it being there, even for just a few seconds would surely be difficult to manage. This was Sephiroths loop hole to his whole situation. However he focused his gaze on a different person for a few seconds, almost like he was.. angered?
"I suggest you leave with that comment, and stop intruding on our little game. Or do you want to participate?"

Sephiroth spoke with even more malice in his eyes, and very tongue. He wasn't that accepting of any passersby, whether it be them thinking about what Sepiroth and Cloud were doing, (mainly Sephiroth though,) or if they said it outloud. He would simply bring Cloud into an illusionary world, but that would raise more questions. Something he didn't have time for.

@ratKing@TheElenaFisher

ArcRift

"Cloud."
What a delight this was. A sinister smirk formed on Sephiroths face, followed by the bloodthirst in his eyes almost increasing at the very sight of the man before him. The way he said the merc's name was a remark of both joy (not in your regular fashion, mind you,) and sadistic intentions, truly.. he could not be more delighted. A shame there were so many others around, it ruined the fun he could of had. Oh well.. He could slaughter them all, and it was clear that he wanted to do so. But that would be oh so much 'Mr.Luthor' would have to clean. A shame indeed, for him atleast, the others did not know it, but they should be grateful. In his eyes, he simply spared them for a cold and precise death.

"Why make so many predictions so early into this litle game, Cloud? Who says I didn't simply come here to.. smell the flowers."
His grin grew ever so larger, to any others that might be overhearing their little conversation.. (to which Sephiroth would glare at them in an instant, shoving metaphorical, and if he feels like it, literal daggers, into their very soul.) it wasn't so obvious, but he was referencing something. Something Cloud would know very well..This was all but a form of very dry humor. As it was clearly obvious he was enjoying himself and this little 'reunion.' He didn't directly mention it, but Sephiroth didn't see himself as trapped. No..

Everybody else was. They were all but rodents lining up to be slaughtered, how joyous it would be if he could just cut their heads off and watch them bleed. A shame indeed, but with Cloud here? Oh, he could have so much fun. Though right now, Cloud was weak. And it was clear the disgust that Sephiroth held for any of those weak.. especially the Oh so great 'Hero' that would assist him with his goal. Whether he'd like it or not.

"Tell me.. Cloud.. How does it feel to be all alone? Right now, so defenseless. In a blink of an eye, I could eliminate you and everybody around you. That would be fun, right? Now tell me.. Do you not see your future? Who truly is trapped here? Me? Or all of you. I think we all know the answer.. Do you still remember each and every time you've failed? This is one of those moments. You are powerless. Weak. A mess of someone who is meant to be a Hero. So many rooted for you, and yet here you are.. With one singular chop? Well..

"Your mother would finally see her child again."

@ratKing