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Entry tags:
- !intro,
- !job,
- aigis (persona),
- aisha clanclan (outlaw star),
- akito/agito wanijima (air gear),
- allelujah haptism (mobile suit gundam 00,
- allen walker (d.grayman),
- anakin skywalker (star wars),
- arjuna (fate/),
- artoria pendragon (fate/),
- bolin (legend of korra),
- chloe (lacrimosa),
- cirno (touhou project),
- gaius (fire emblem: awakening),
- gilgamesh (fate/),
- hajime hinata (dangan ronpa 2),
- haruna (kantai collection),
- henry jekyll (fate/),
- ichigo hitofuri (touken ranbu),
- illidan stormrage (warcraft),
- irisviel von einzbern (fate/),
- jolyne kujo (jjba),
- juzumaru tsunetsugu (touken ranbu),
- kaede (elfen lied),
- kasen kanesada (touken ranbu),
- kojirou sasaki (fate/),
- lapis fathalla (original character),
- lola pacini (degrassi),
- luna (zero escape),
- makoto sako (devil survivor 2),
- minato arisato (persona),
- namazuo toushirou (touken ranbu),
- naruto uzumaki (naruto),
- natasha romanova (avengers academy),
- nobunaga oda (fate/),
- nora (nora),
- one (drakengard 3),
- patricia watson (skullgirls),
- sakura (fire emblem: fates),
- sakura haruno (naruto),
- sasuke uchiha (naruto),
- scathach (fate/),
- setsuna f. seiei (mobile suit gundam 00),
- shin-ah (akatsuki no yona),
- shinn asuka (mobile suit gundam seed),
- sion astal (lolheroes),
- souji seta (persona),
- vietnam (axis powers hetalia),
- wukong (league of legends),
- xander (fire emblem: fates),
- yukari takeba (persona)
intro ♚ may
We’ve all had those dreams: you wake up on a table, to blurry, ominous images and the certainty that you are absolutely buck-naked in a room full of strangers. This is not quite it.
Instead, you come awake to the sun on your face. The soft burble of water nearby. The hustle and bustle of a busy street and the faint, fortifying smell of bread. You open your eyes and there’s no one there at your bedside, but there is what appears to be the end of the world happening just beyond your window.
There’s a crack in the world across the sky, the “sun” is the totally unnatural light spilling from that crack straight into your eyes, and someone’s left a neatly pressed and folded uniform at the foot of the bed that isn’t yours. Somewhere in the room, there’s a strange clatter like beads, the click of claws on the floor.
Something’s in here with you.
Also, you are naked.
WARNING: Contains death and related graphic descriptions.
Instead, you come awake to the sun on your face. The soft burble of water nearby. The hustle and bustle of a busy street and the faint, fortifying smell of bread. You open your eyes and there’s no one there at your bedside, but there is what appears to be the end of the world happening just beyond your window.
There’s a crack in the world across the sky, the “sun” is the totally unnatural light spilling from that crack straight into your eyes, and someone’s left a neatly pressed and folded uniform at the foot of the bed that isn’t yours. Somewhere in the room, there’s a strange clatter like beads, the click of claws on the floor.
Something’s in here with you.
Also, you are naked.
ONE ♟ P.S. I Love You
It's a perfectly ordinary morning in Caissa. Enprise’s two suns peer over the horizon and smack into your face through the large bay window. At half past six in the morning, the floor nanny’s built-in alarm goes off and plays Prime Minister Teddy’s hit song Love Me Like Your Doughnuts. Once everyone in their rooms is up and awake, this mechanical pigeon announces that letters and small packages have been delivered to every Hero’s personal box in the mailroom. Yes, even you, Naked Newcomer! These letters are from the Heroes’ many fans all over Blanc. No matter who you are, there are small tokens of appreciation attached to the letters: these may include candies shaped like stars, chocolates with a surprise gooey center, or even a can of rainbow beans for those not fond of sweets.
Letters for veteran Heroes are full of praise and gratitude for the success of the naval battle at Graupera. New Heroes receive mail that express support towards their future endeavors as the Blanc military’s most formidable task force. That’s not all the letters contain, however; the citizens also plead for our Heroes’ help with new problems that have arisen in the fields surrounding Caissa. However, the details the letters provide are scant and vague. The fans seem more concerned with recent damage caused by some unknown entity. There is a 15-page narrative of how a man built this beautiful house for his lovely, sweet wife who did nothing wrong, but nothing about why the house is in shambles now. A market on the outskirts of Caissa lost 30,000 colle’s worth of food, but the writer neglects to explain what happened to the food. All you know is that this person stayed up all week taking inventory and now it has gone to waste.
Sharing letters with each other might give you a clue on where to start your investigations and figure out which areas were hit the hardest. Or you can talk about how cute your adoring fans are. One way or another, you’ll have to get tongues wagging to make any progress. Unfortunately, Blanc isn’t going to save itself and from the sound of it, this problem is bigger than expected...
Letters for veteran Heroes are full of praise and gratitude for the success of the naval battle at Graupera. New Heroes receive mail that express support towards their future endeavors as the Blanc military’s most formidable task force. That’s not all the letters contain, however; the citizens also plead for our Heroes’ help with new problems that have arisen in the fields surrounding Caissa. However, the details the letters provide are scant and vague. The fans seem more concerned with recent damage caused by some unknown entity. There is a 15-page narrative of how a man built this beautiful house for his lovely, sweet wife who did nothing wrong, but nothing about why the house is in shambles now. A market on the outskirts of Caissa lost 30,000 colle’s worth of food, but the writer neglects to explain what happened to the food. All you know is that this person stayed up all week taking inventory and now it has gone to waste.
Sharing letters with each other might give you a clue on where to start your investigations and figure out which areas were hit the hardest. Or you can talk about how cute your adoring fans are. One way or another, you’ll have to get tongues wagging to make any progress. Unfortunately, Blanc isn’t going to save itself and from the sound of it, this problem is bigger than expected...
TWO ♟ Distant Howling
After pooling information, the new objective is clear: to investigate the damages. The vast, vibrant fields around Caissa seem a good place to start. They are mostly empty, but here or there you will see some people from nearby smaller villages and farms. The villagers will admit to having seen threatening shadows move over the fields and having heard harsh, high-pitched howling. They are willing to point Heroes toward possible shadow sightings, but are otherwise reluctant to act as guides. They are simple townsfolk who wish to return to their quiet lifestyle.
You may come up with small settlements (e.g. villages, farms, inns, taverns, etc.) as they are considered minor locations.
Heroes will soon discover that some of the smaller villages have been burned down entirely. The smell of ash and charred wood is thick in the air, though some buildings are also smashed as as though by something large and heavy. Nearby trees which haven’t been uprooted or knocked over are scorched and their blackened branches crackle ominously in the breeze. There are large marks dug deep into the ground and—is that a cow? Heroes will find tagged fruit cows scattered everywhere, scared, confused and mooing sadly next to their dead fruit cow friends. Fruit cows are usually found in Gresser, how strange...
A couple of days’ worth of exploration may help you realize that whatever is terrorizing Blanc doesn’t only devour hapless animals. While trying to navigate the numerous backcountry roads and farmlands, Heroes may stumble upon some gruesome clues: a charred limb—or what’s left of it; teeth, half-eaten ribcages, melted jewelry, and other smaller bits; the less fortunate may actually trip over a corpse staring unseeingly into the sky. It has been gutted, half-roasted, and seems to have lain in the sun for some time; and if someone is brave enough to roll the body onto its stomach, they may discover claw marks on its back. The victim must have tried to flee from something.
The amount of damage grows the more our Heroes travel south. What could be awaiting them?
You may come up with small settlements (e.g. villages, farms, inns, taverns, etc.) as they are considered minor locations.
Heroes will soon discover that some of the smaller villages have been burned down entirely. The smell of ash and charred wood is thick in the air, though some buildings are also smashed as as though by something large and heavy. Nearby trees which haven’t been uprooted or knocked over are scorched and their blackened branches crackle ominously in the breeze. There are large marks dug deep into the ground and—is that a cow? Heroes will find tagged fruit cows scattered everywhere, scared, confused and mooing sadly next to their dead fruit cow friends. Fruit cows are usually found in Gresser, how strange...
A couple of days’ worth of exploration may help you realize that whatever is terrorizing Blanc doesn’t only devour hapless animals. While trying to navigate the numerous backcountry roads and farmlands, Heroes may stumble upon some gruesome clues: a charred limb—or what’s left of it; teeth, half-eaten ribcages, melted jewelry, and other smaller bits; the less fortunate may actually trip over a corpse staring unseeingly into the sky. It has been gutted, half-roasted, and seems to have lain in the sun for some time; and if someone is brave enough to roll the body onto its stomach, they may discover claw marks on its back. The victim must have tried to flee from something.
The amount of damage grows the more our Heroes travel south. What could be awaiting them?
THREE ♟ Breath of Fire
Let’s put the clues together. Fire? Check. Claw marks? Check. Large shadows seemingly from something flying overhead? Check and check. Congratulations, Blanc, you are suffering from a dragon plague.
It will take several days for the Heroes to locate the source of the rumors. The dragons seem to have taken up residence in the hilly area near Caissa, where the slopes grow steeper and then drop suddenly off into cliffs. The beasts are quite willing to greet guests warmly: there’s nothing like a burst of dragonfire and a deafening screech to brighten your day.
The only warning you’ll get before they launch themselves into the air and at Heroes is the sound of trees bursting beneath their claws. Beware: a single swipe can cause some serious damage and their fire breath, fast, frequent and garnished with the occasional, boiling hot drop of saliva, is nothing you want to stick around for. The dragons cannot be reasoned with, nor can they be tamed. A queen’s Charm magic WILL NOT work. Should someone try and reach out with their senses to see if the dragons are somehow hurting, they will only feel something alien and terrible.
Heroes aren't the only ones suffering under the dragons’ claws, unfortunately. Scattered around the area are a few small and isolated farms, and the animals and the farmers are easy prey and unlikely to flee in time. Heroes will want to intervene before the dragons can devour and destroy. If they are too late, they will need to provide support. Put out fires, heal the injured, catch panicked cows before they become pot roast! The dragons might be coming around for another attack, so it would be a good time to test barriers and other damage control skills.
To make matters worse, Blanc’s weather has decided that now is the perfect time for a hailstorm. It’s barely anything at first, beginning with small kernels the size of corn here and there to wet the grass and ruin your footing. Then it becomes much larger and greater in number. Dragons are not exempt from this hailhole: large enough pieces may rip holes in their wings! Heroes may want to use this to their advantage; additionally, casting ice and wind spells will suddenly become a lot easier, and the dragons will struggle to navigate in the stormy weather, forcing them to land more often. Better get up on that dragon’s back!
In the end, survivors of the dragon horde let out one last, collective shriek before they turn southward. The battle has been won, but the war is just beginning: the dragons have only been chased away. Their nest seems to be elsewhere and that is a worrying prospect. Dragons aren’t native to Blanc, which can only mean one thing…
Meanwhile, a new job opening has appeared at Gresser. At least you finally know what to do with all those fruit cows.
It will take several days for the Heroes to locate the source of the rumors. The dragons seem to have taken up residence in the hilly area near Caissa, where the slopes grow steeper and then drop suddenly off into cliffs. The beasts are quite willing to greet guests warmly: there’s nothing like a burst of dragonfire and a deafening screech to brighten your day.
The only warning you’ll get before they launch themselves into the air and at Heroes is the sound of trees bursting beneath their claws. Beware: a single swipe can cause some serious damage and their fire breath, fast, frequent and garnished with the occasional, boiling hot drop of saliva, is nothing you want to stick around for. The dragons cannot be reasoned with, nor can they be tamed. A queen’s Charm magic WILL NOT work. Should someone try and reach out with their senses to see if the dragons are somehow hurting, they will only feel something alien and terrible.
Heroes aren't the only ones suffering under the dragons’ claws, unfortunately. Scattered around the area are a few small and isolated farms, and the animals and the farmers are easy prey and unlikely to flee in time. Heroes will want to intervene before the dragons can devour and destroy. If they are too late, they will need to provide support. Put out fires, heal the injured, catch panicked cows before they become pot roast! The dragons might be coming around for another attack, so it would be a good time to test barriers and other damage control skills.
To make matters worse, Blanc’s weather has decided that now is the perfect time for a hailstorm. It’s barely anything at first, beginning with small kernels the size of corn here and there to wet the grass and ruin your footing. Then it becomes much larger and greater in number. Dragons are not exempt from this hailhole: large enough pieces may rip holes in their wings! Heroes may want to use this to their advantage; additionally, casting ice and wind spells will suddenly become a lot easier, and the dragons will struggle to navigate in the stormy weather, forcing them to land more often. Better get up on that dragon’s back!
In the end, survivors of the dragon horde let out one last, collective shriek before they turn southward. The battle has been won, but the war is just beginning: the dragons have only been chased away. Their nest seems to be elsewhere and that is a worrying prospect. Dragons aren’t native to Blanc, which can only mean one thing…
Meanwhile, a new job opening has appeared at Gresser. At least you finally know what to do with all those fruit cows.
INFO ♟ Welcome!
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Training Notice: This training notice is located on the bulletin board. You might want to take a look.
Also by request, here are some Player Endorsements that may be of interest!
Heaven's Feel: Looking for something else to do? In the mood for more light-hearted mingling? Check out Heaven’s Feel, Caissa’s first heroic matchmaking service! Opening week is going on now.
Training Notice: This training notice is located on the bulletin board. You might want to take a look.
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Setsuna stays close to Luna, not wanting to distance himself until he's certain that she has a good grasp on the panicked villagers. Though once he notices that her Carrier's helping her too, he's relieved that it seems to be going well. He decides to leave his own Carrier with her, gesturing so the round robotic sheep with him would float towards her. It rolls in the air energetically, bumping the girl's cheek in an enthusiastic fashion before settling on her shoulder.
Afterwards, Setsuna steps back and proceeds to run towards the dragon as he arms himself. His round Carrier jumps once, trying to take Luna's attention meanwhile — trying to have her look towards the injured villagers that are looking at her with helpless eyes. Hoping that their Heroes would save them. ]
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[With the sheep jumping on her shoulder, Luna has to look away from Setsuna. It's not like she'd help him by just following his every move, anyway. Some of the people aren't injured at all or their injuries are fairly mild—Luna asks these people to take the less fortunate villagers and carry them. Moving away as far as possible is crucial, as she doesn't want anyone to end up in the crossfire. As they keep walking slowly but steadily, she tries to check up on as many people as possible, trying to soothe their pain with her magic for now.
Technically, she's alone in all this, but having Setsuna's Carrier with her is reassuring. Her own bluebird continues to hover above everyone's heads, making sure that no one gets left behind or lost.]
Don't worry, everything will be alright.
[Is she speaking to the robotic sheep, to herself or to the person she's walking in front of her? It's hard to tell, really.]
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Using his own magical weapon, Setsuna slides a flower out and begins to draw mana from its petals. He shapes it into a long spear, then straightens up as he takes position to aim. Drawing the spear of mana on the bow, he concentrates for the upcoming shot. As he doesn't have real ammunition, he has to be careful with draining his mana. But it's difficult, having to fight against the harsh winds around them as well.
The dragon's shadow looming above causes the villagers to panic once more, but they remain with the female Hero. Children that have been crying begin to wail louder, each of them hoping that this would soon end. And right then, it's as if their wish was heard. The bow is released, a spear of light can be momentarily seen shooting through the sky like a star. Within the next few seconds, a earsplitting cry from the dragon easily overwhelms the voices of those within the forest. One of its wings is visibly torn, forcing it to the earth.
Afterwards, Setsuna tries to look for the girl again. He can't see her from here, so he instead shouts: ]
Can you hear me? If you can, assist me!
[ He's not sure what the girl's abilities are, so he isn't expecting her to be able to aid him. But the sooner they can take this dragon down, the better. It will likely begin its last, violent struggle. ]
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Most of the people are concerned about their own well-being and Luna can't blame them for that, but when a small group of civilians asks her about the other hero and whether he's going to be fine, she smiles before giving them a nod.]
Yes. I believe in him.
[It doesn't matter that they've just met—Luna's voice is firm and reassuring, for the first time in a while. As the time passes, it becomes harder and harder to keep the people in check. And then, everyone goes silent after the antagonizing roar and the loud thud that must mean that the dragon hit the ground, making it tremble. However, it's definitely too early to celebrate the victory. Eventually, she hears Setsuna calling out for her.]
Everyone, please stay here! Everything will be fine, I assure you!
[With both Carriers sitting on her shoulder, she rushes forward, looking around frantically for the fellow Hero. Is he alright? What did he do to make the dragon fall? The only thing that she's sure of is that he needs assistance immediately, so she needs to focus. That's when Setsuna's Carrier comes in handy and guides her through the forest.]
I'm here! Are you alright? W-What should I do?
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Sorry, please bear with it.
[ The dragon is still writhing, so they have a few seconds to do this as well as converse for a short time. He turns his eyes to observe the dragon's movements, prepared to leap at any time with the girl should it begin to thrash around offensively. ]
What can you do? Are you confident with magic?
[ Setsuna is capable of taking the dragon down alone, but it will take more effort and he'll most likely need to replenish his mana again mid-battle. But if he can get some kind of assistance, any kind of assistance, then they'll be able to end this much more quickly. ]
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It's fine.
[Not sure if that might actually help with the exchange, Luna tightens the grip on his hand. Even if it doesn't, maybe this gesture will be enough to ensure Setsuna that she wants to support him in this fight.
However, his questions sadden her a little.]
I'm only capable of healing and I can put others to sleep...I doubt it'll work on a dragon, though. I'm sorry. But I'll do anything you want me to do, I promise!
[Her tone makes it obvious that she really means it.]
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As he's the only capable combatant here, then he will go all out. He allows their mana exchange to remain for a while longer, then he slowly lets go. She shouldn't feel sad at all despite everything, as thanks to her, he will be able to keep fighting. And he'll probably need to count on her soon again. ]
Stay safe for me. Keep everyone away as well.
[ They're out of time... The dragon begins to stir alarmingly, and so he starts drawing out more mana from the flower he's holding. Rather than a spear, he shapes it this time into a sword. He doesn't wait for the dragon to make the first move...
After gathering force on his legs, Setsuna uses his irregular strength to leap high and impale the creature after trampling its head with a powerful landing. It lets out another indignant howl, beginning to violently claw what's in front of it, as well as uncontrollably whip its strong tail around.
Its actions cause nearby trees to get knocked down, indicating the startling risk of staying close. This is most likely what Setsuna meant earlier. The villagers begin panicking again, wondering just how much longer the battle will go on for. ]
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Watching him let go of her hand, Luna smiles gently.]
You too. I'll be right here if you need me.
[Not too long after, he's gone, leaving Luna behind. The way he charges in is truly impressive and for a moment she can't take her eyes off him, at least not until the first screams reach her ears. She should go and reassure them that everything will be alright. But what if Setsuna needs her assistance and she won't be here? He'll probably understand, but...
Then, her Carrier takes a strand of her hair in its beak and pulls it lightly, trying to get her attention.]
Oh! Could you help me deliver a message to them?
[Flapping its wings, the Carrier nods energetically, which, despite the situation, makes her chuckle briefly.]
Alright, then...please, start recording.
[She clears her throat before she begins. Making a speech, even a short one like this one is making her a bit nervous, but even so her voice is quite soothing.]
Everyone, please follow this bluebird and run as far as you can! We'll... [A pause.] We'll take care of the dragon, but we don't want anybody to get hurt in the process! We'll contact you when everything will be over. Please, take care.
[There's nothing else to say really, that's why she asks the Carrier to stop recording and hurry up to deliver the message. Following the bluebird with her eyes, Luna wonders whether that was a wise thing to do. She'll see to it sooner or later, probably.]