[ The fog never disappears but your mind feels a little clearer as you move. You are hurriedly ushered with all due haste into what you are told is Hakuryuu Village. And at once are brought to stand before a large stone statue. Fog continues to obscure the area, making it difficult to see, but you can make out the large structure. And standing beside it is a very stern looking man with silvery-white hair. Despite the wrinkles in his brow from frowning so much, he appears more worried and harried than anything else. Your guide speaks to him for a moment, before he nods.]
. . . I see. So you are one of those who have been brought into the depths of this place. I recognize you indeed. I am sure you are full of questions, but there is not a lot of time for me to answer them leisurely. Your life and his depends on the speed and strength of our actions, so before you ask anything, allow me to explain the situation.
[ His lifts a hand up to indicate the area. ]
You are inside Kija-- Lord Hakuryuu’s heart. To you, he may be known as Leviathan. Recently, two entities against his knowledge and will have infiltrated his heart. Ever since this incident the engraved marks have taken root inside his soul and have begun to spread corruption through the entirety of it. This is different from the ‘corruptions’ you have come to know within the hell you have found yourself in. This particular corruption has begun to spread like a virus inside him and is devouring the very foundations of his personality.
If left alone and unattended to, not only will he disappear and his soul rot, but you may be devoured along with it.
[ He releases a stressed breath, and runs a hand through his hair. ]
Since its appearance, I have been holding it at bay with the others for as long as possible. But our divine protection is weak in this place-- at most we can hold it off for another four hours before it attacks at full strength. When that happens, you will be attacked too.
[ There’s a pause-- ]
We cannot stop it... but there should be a way to offer you a little protection.
While I'm hardly a close friend of his—certainly such a fate sounds cruel and worse than death. After all, one's sense of self is a gift to be treasured.
If you have tools you can provide, then I will take them.
[ Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The ORANGE light. ]
I see. While this is not the power of a dragon, I have no doubt without the heart behind this light, he would not still be alive.
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you, and something bursts from your heart. A mini bomb…? You realize that you can always materialize one at a time as desired. And there’s something more-- you instinctually realize you have some special abilities.
- Mini bombs (+2 Agl) - Special Blend - Raise one person's stat +2 for the duration of that turn - Protective Fog - Hide one party member from attack for one turn. Can be used once every 3 turns. ]
I thank you sincerely. Simply hold still for a moment-
[ Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The YELLOW light. ]
You have a soul similar to the Yellow Dragon apparently-- at least according to his current perceptions. His power is a little difficult.
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you, and you feel something about yourself changing. For a moment, shimmering yellow scales cover your entire body- before they disappear. A shield suddenly bursts from your chest and into your hands, and you realize that you can make it materialize from thin air whenever you call upon it. You can… probably use it as a weapon? If you bash someone enough with it. At least it doesn’t seem too heavy for you to hold.
- DIVERSION: Once per turn you are able to take the damage meant for someone else without having to roll. - If HP dips to below 5, Str OR agl increases +8. Damage roll at this point should be +4 - REGENERATION: Body physically regenerates and the injured area will wind up covered in yellow scales after a fresh wound before disappearing. This does not, however, fix the character’s HP status. It simply allows them to fight unheaded to previous damage. - SHIELD: No... stats ]
I have no knowledge of what that is. However, I am sure that this new power granted to you will be useful.
[ Though his stress returns a moment later. ]
My suggestion to you is to consider the types of things he cherishes, even despite the current deterization of his heart. Right now, the corruption inside this place is desperately seeking his true heart. If it finds him, it will be that much more difficult to destroy when it attacks. The best result would be that you find him before it does. And for you to try and help fix or make positive changes along the way.
This is still his heart though-- you should take care while inside it. No matter where you are, once the corruption breaks through our barriers it will attack you and your companions who have found themselves here. It would probably be best to fight it in a location that will not destroy things of importance to him.
[She listens to his tale, eyes wide as he finishes telling it. Oh, Levi... can she really help him? Wednesday would be devastated if something happened.]
I'll- I'll do whatever it takes to protect him. I promise.
[She looks pointedly, the question of his name written on her face.]
Are you a relative of his? [They looked so alike.]
I am his father. I cannot do much for him, but this is the least I can do--
[ He gives a shake of his head. ]
If you are able to help, then... please hold still.
[ Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The YELLOW light. ]
You have a soul similar to the Yellow Dragon apparently-- at least according to his current perceptions. His power is a little difficult.
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you, and you feel something about yourself changing. For a moment, shimmering yellow scales cover your entire body- before they disappear. A shield suddenly bursts from your chest and into your hands, and you realize that you can make it materialize from thin air whenever you call upon it. You can… probably use it as a weapon? If you bash someone enough with it. At least it doesn’t seem too heavy for you to hold.
- DIVERSION: Once per turn you are able to take the damage meant for someone else without having to roll. - If HP dips to below 5, Str OR agl increases +8. Damage roll at this point should be +4 - REGENERATION: Body physically regenerates and the injured area will wind up covered in yellow scales after a fresh wound before disappearing. This does not, however, fix the character’s HP status. It simply allows them to fight unheaded to previous damage. - SHIELD: No... stats ]
[Oh, wow. She's shocked for a moment, but it wears off quickly as she gets used to the weight of the shield in her hands. Would she be strong enough to use this as a weapon? Even if it was light. Would it be sturdy enough to protect her and Leviathan? The yellow scales were interesting too, but before she could get a look at them properly they disappear.
She tries unsummoning and summoning the shield.]
Oh. Yellow scales... like that person...?
[She didn't know his name, only that most recent memory where he had been hacked to pieces.]
Thank you. First, we should give you the best defense that we can. Please hold still.
[ Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The BLUE light. ]
The blue light-- I see. This is the power or one of the dragons being bestowed upon you according to his perception. It is a difficult power to wield.
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you. Light abruptly bursts from your body and you feel yourself changing. At least your eyes are? They turn a bright golden color, slitted like that of a dragon, and beneath them, strange red markings appear. What’s more, you immediately understand how to use your power. A simple sword appears in your hands, materializing from light within your heart. Buried deep inside, you realize you have gained not only your dragon eyes and sword, but you have a special ability.
The sword can materialize into thin air whenever you mentally draw it up. The Dragon eyes allow you to peer into the next ‘room’ if used. In battle it has the ability to temporarily freeze someone’s heart if intentionally making eye contact.
- DRAGON EYES: May see through walls into adjoining rooms/areas if activated - DRAGON EYES: May completely paralyze the enemy from attacking for 1 turn at a cost. The ability paralyzes the user for two turns. First time is guaranteed to work no matter what. Must wait 4 turns before activating the power again and must roll sanity to see if it will work again thereafter. -1 Sanity for each failure. - Sword (+1 Str) ]
Unfortunately. Which is why I would like to act quickly. If you will hold still-- I can give you a portion of the power inside his heart to help fight it off with. Here-
[ Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The GREEN light. ]
The Green light-- I see. This is the power of one of the dragons being bestowed upon you according to that child’s perception. Perhaps you highly value freedom?
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you. Light abruptly bursts from your body and you feel yourself changing. At least, your right leg is? It changes into a dragon’s claw.
. . . Don’t worry. It still fits snuggly within your footwear. Although maybe you’ll want to look at it? Actually, you COULD expand it to be very large, but do you want to…? Regardless you innately know how to use it. It allows you to jump into the air and soar as though flying great distances. In addition, it is infinitely strong. Alongside this, a series of throwing knives appears in your hands, bursting from your chest with light. How to use them is also as easy as breathing.
- Dragon Leg (+3 Str). If used in conjunction with throwing knives +4 Agl instead - Defy fate- roll agility twice per room to nullify a damage result for someone ]
[Sorry, please hold, he is busy prodding at his leg a little, uncertainly; until about a second ago, it was the metal prosthetic, and now he has a leg again, whether his own or someone else's, for the first time in many years,]
[He is equally unsure about the throwing knives honestly, because he knows damn well his aim is crap, but probably he can get up in close range with them and it'll be fine...? Probably it'll be fine]
Nevermind. He is a white-haired man upon SenstiIV that you dressed as a cat.
[ Why this ]
If you will hold still, I can bestow upon you some abilities...
[ HE'S JUST GONNA GO AHEAD AND DO THE THING.
Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The GREEN light. ]
The Green light-- I see. This is the power of one of the dragons being bestowed upon you according to that child’s perception. Perhaps you highly value freedom?
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you. Light abruptly bursts from your body and you feel yourself changing. At least, your right leg is? It changes into a dragon’s claw.
. . . Don’t worry. It still fits snuggly within your footwear. Although maybe you’ll want to look at it? Actually, you COULD expand it to be very large, but do you want to…? Regardless you innately know how to use it. It allows you to jump into the air and soar as though flying great distances. In addition, it is infinitely strong. Alongside this, a series of throwing knives appears in your hands, bursting from your chest with light. How to use them is also as easy as breathing.
- Dragon Leg (+3 Str). If used in conjunction with throwing knives +4 Agl instead - Defy fate- roll agility twice per room to nullify a damage result for someone ]
also taking his shoe off to inspect his cool new dragon foot wtf wowee wiggling claw toes ]
Wahaha~ I'll properly use that guy's gift to save his heart, I promise! He's not wrong about me, though. I do value freedom~ [ as he's currently sitting cross-legged... on the ground, and beaming up at dragon daddy ]
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[ The fog never disappears but your mind feels a little clearer as you move. You are hurriedly ushered with all due haste into what you are told is Hakuryuu Village. And at once are brought to stand before a large stone statue. Fog continues to obscure the area, making it difficult to see, but you can make out the large structure. And standing beside it is a very stern looking man with silvery-white hair. Despite the wrinkles in his brow from frowning so much, he appears more worried and harried than anything else. Your guide speaks to him for a moment, before he nods.]
. . . I see. So you are one of those who have been brought into the depths of this place. I recognize you indeed. I am sure you are full of questions, but there is not a lot of time for me to answer them leisurely. Your life and his depends on the speed and strength of our actions, so before you ask anything, allow me to explain the situation.
[ His lifts a hand up to indicate the area. ]
You are inside Kija-- Lord Hakuryuu’s heart. To you, he may be known as Leviathan. Recently, two entities against his knowledge and will have infiltrated his heart. Ever since this incident the engraved marks have taken root inside his soul and have begun to spread corruption through the entirety of it. This is different from the ‘corruptions’ you have come to know within the hell you have found yourself in. This particular corruption has begun to spread like a virus inside him and is devouring the very foundations of his personality.
If left alone and unattended to, not only will he disappear and his soul rot, but you may be devoured along with it.
[ He releases a stressed breath, and runs a hand through his hair. ]
Since its appearance, I have been holding it at bay with the others for as long as possible. But our divine protection is weak in this place-- at most we can hold it off for another four hours before it attacks at full strength. When that happens, you will be attacked too.
[ There’s a pause-- ]
We cannot stop it... but there should be a way to offer you a little protection.
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In that case, then—well, of course, I'll do my best to assist. Are you a relation of his?
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And that is why I would like to give you the tools to help him. If you are genuinely willing, this heart will try and help you.
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If you have tools you can provide, then I will take them.
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[ Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The ORANGE light. ]
I see. While this is not the power of a dragon, I have no doubt without the heart behind this light, he would not still be alive.
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you, and something bursts from your heart. A mini bomb…? You realize that you can always materialize one at a time as desired. And there’s something more-- you instinctually realize you have some special abilities.
- Mini bombs (+2 Agl)
- Special Blend - Raise one person's stat +2 for the duration of that turn
- Protective Fog - Hide one party member from attack for one turn. Can be used once every 3 turns. ]
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[siiiighs]
I'm not really the best person for this kinda shit, but I guess I'll have to do. Give me the protection if you can and tell me what I gotta do.
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I thank you sincerely. Simply hold still for a moment-
[ Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The YELLOW light. ]
You have a soul similar to the Yellow Dragon apparently-- at least according to his current perceptions. His power is a little difficult.
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you, and you feel something about yourself changing. For a moment, shimmering yellow scales cover your entire body- before they disappear. A shield suddenly bursts from your chest and into your hands, and you realize that you can make it materialize from thin air whenever you call upon it. You can… probably use it as a weapon? If you bash someone enough with it. At least it doesn’t seem too heavy for you to hold.
- DIVERSION: Once per turn you are able to take the damage meant for someone else without having to roll.
- If HP dips to below 5, Str OR agl increases +8. Damage roll at this point should be +4
- REGENERATION: Body physically regenerates and the injured area will wind up covered in yellow scales after a fresh wound before disappearing. This does not, however, fix the character’s HP status. It simply allows them to fight unheaded to previous damage.
- SHIELD: No... stats ]
1/2
[well that is new and different]
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...Hah. Guess I'm a Shielder now.
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I have no knowledge of what that is. However, I am sure that this new power granted to you will be useful.
[ Though his stress returns a moment later. ]
My suggestion to you is to consider the types of things he cherishes, even despite the current deterization of his heart. Right now, the corruption inside this place is desperately seeking his true heart. If it finds him, it will be that much more difficult to destroy when it attacks. The best result would be that you find him before it does. And for you to try and help fix or make positive changes along the way.
This is still his heart though-- you should take care while inside it. No matter where you are, once the corruption breaks through our barriers it will attack you and your companions who have found themselves here. It would probably be best to fight it in a location that will not destroy things of importance to him.
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I'll- I'll do whatever it takes to protect him. I promise.
[She looks pointedly, the question of his name written on her face.]
Are you a relative of his? [They looked so alike.]
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I am his father. I cannot do much for him, but this is the least I can do--
[ He gives a shake of his head. ]
If you are able to help, then... please hold still.
[ Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The YELLOW light. ]
You have a soul similar to the Yellow Dragon apparently-- at least according to his current perceptions. His power is a little difficult.
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you, and you feel something about yourself changing. For a moment, shimmering yellow scales cover your entire body- before they disappear. A shield suddenly bursts from your chest and into your hands, and you realize that you can make it materialize from thin air whenever you call upon it. You can… probably use it as a weapon? If you bash someone enough with it. At least it doesn’t seem too heavy for you to hold.
- DIVERSION: Once per turn you are able to take the damage meant for someone else without having to roll.
- If HP dips to below 5, Str OR agl increases +8. Damage roll at this point should be +4
- REGENERATION: Body physically regenerates and the injured area will wind up covered in yellow scales after a fresh wound before disappearing. This does not, however, fix the character’s HP status. It simply allows them to fight unheaded to previous damage.
- SHIELD: No... stats ]
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She tries unsummoning and summoning the shield.]
Oh. Yellow scales... like that person...?
[She didn't know his name, only that most recent memory where he had been hacked to pieces.]
Uhm- thank you. I'll use this to be his shield.
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Where were these first seen?
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Mm. I understand - I'll do what I can to help . . .
What should I do? Please tell me.
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[ Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The BLUE light. ]
The blue light-- I see. This is the power or one of the dragons being bestowed upon you according to his perception. It is a difficult power to wield.
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you. Light abruptly bursts from your body and you feel yourself changing. At least your eyes are? They turn a bright golden color, slitted like that of a dragon, and beneath them, strange red markings appear. What’s more, you immediately understand how to use your power. A simple sword appears in your hands, materializing from light within your heart. Buried deep inside, you realize you have gained not only your dragon eyes and sword, but you have a special ability.
The sword can materialize into thin air whenever you mentally draw it up. The Dragon eyes allow you to peer into the next ‘room’ if used. In battle it has the ability to temporarily freeze someone’s heart if intentionally making eye contact.
- DRAGON EYES: May see through walls into adjoining rooms/areas if activated
- DRAGON EYES: May completely paralyze the enemy from attacking for 1 turn at a cost. The ability paralyzes the user for two turns. First time is guaranteed to work no matter what. Must wait 4 turns before activating the power again and must roll sanity to see if it will work again thereafter. -1 Sanity for each failure.
- Sword (+1 Str) ]
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You said something about corruptions, didn't you...?
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[ Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The GREEN light. ]
The Green light-- I see. This is the power of one of the dragons being bestowed upon you according to that child’s perception. Perhaps you highly value freedom?
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you. Light abruptly bursts from your body and you feel yourself changing. At least, your right leg is? It changes into a dragon’s claw.
. . . Don’t worry. It still fits snuggly within your footwear. Although maybe you’ll want to look at it? Actually, you COULD expand it to be very large, but do you want to…? Regardless you innately know how to use it. It allows you to jump into the air and soar as though flying great distances. In addition, it is infinitely strong. Alongside this, a series of throwing knives appears in your hands, bursting from your chest with light. How to use them is also as easy as breathing.
- Dragon Leg (+3 Str). If used in conjunction with throwing knives +4 Agl instead
- Defy fate- roll agility twice per room to nullify a damage result for someone ]
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[Sorry, please hold, he is busy prodding at his leg a little, uncertainly; until about a second ago, it was the metal prosthetic, and now he has a leg again, whether his own or someone else's, for the first time in many years,]
[He is equally unsure about the throwing knives honestly, because he knows damn well his aim is crap, but probably he can get up in close range with them and it'll be fine...? Probably it'll be fine]
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this is so much information sir. ]
Who?
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[ . . . . . ]
Nevermind. He is a white-haired man upon SenstiIV that you dressed as a cat.
[ Why this ]
If you will hold still, I can bestow upon you some abilities...
[ HE'S JUST GONNA GO AHEAD AND DO THE THING.
Within the air, suddenly eight different balls of light appear, glowing brightly. They emanate warmth and security, like a blanket on a cold night. Gently they spin around you before one, in particular, settles in front of you. The GREEN light. ]
The Green light-- I see. This is the power of one of the dragons being bestowed upon you according to that child’s perception. Perhaps you highly value freedom?
[ The light hovers for a moment, before gently sinking into your chest. The moment that it does tingling warmth envelopes you. Light abruptly bursts from your body and you feel yourself changing. At least, your right leg is? It changes into a dragon’s claw.
. . . Don’t worry. It still fits snuggly within your footwear. Although maybe you’ll want to look at it? Actually, you COULD expand it to be very large, but do you want to…? Regardless you innately know how to use it. It allows you to jump into the air and soar as though flying great distances. In addition, it is infinitely strong. Alongside this, a series of throwing knives appears in your hands, bursting from your chest with light. How to use them is also as easy as breathing.
- Dragon Leg (+3 Str). If used in conjunction with throwing knives +4 Agl instead
- Defy fate- roll agility twice per room to nullify a damage result for someone ]
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Wooooooooaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah.....
So this IS just like a video game!! [ NEAT
also taking his shoe off to inspect his cool new dragon foot wtf wowee wiggling claw toes ]
Wahaha~ I'll properly use that guy's gift to save his heart, I promise! He's not wrong about me, though. I do value freedom~ [ as he's currently sitting cross-legged... on the ground, and beaming up at dragon daddy ]
So? Where do I go next mr. NPC?
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