[hider=Akane Mitsui, Communicator of Inari] [centre][img]https://i2.wp.com/kpopstuff.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/957D4F1E-633A-432C-AC76-90EE91F37647.gif?resize=486%2C378&ssl=1[/img][/centre] [hr][centre][img]https://fontmeme.com/permalink/210430/d7bf0b04f960e992ad66d3c4a120c0e3.png[/img][/centre][hr] [centre][hr][h2][color=CACACA][ BASICS ][/color][/h2][hr][/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][b][ NAME ][/b][/color][/centre][centre]Akane Mitsui[/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][b][ GENDER ][/b][/color][/centre][centre]Female[/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][b][ AGE ][/b][/color][/centre][centre]22[/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][b][ COMMUNICATOR OF ][/b][/color][/centre][centre]Inari Okami[/centre] [centre][b][color=3337B4][ MYTHOLOGY OF YOUR GOD ][/color][/b][/centre] [centre]Known as the Kami of Fertility, Foxes, Prosperity, Rice and Sake. Inari is commonly seen as a Fox creature commonly guarding the many shrines of Shinto Temples all across Japan. A generally popular figure due to the Kami's multiple aspects. Inari Okami is a very flexible deity, it's many aspects allow it to be a part of practically all important sectors of Japanese life. Originally shrined at Inari Mountain, nowadays, as long as you can see Fox Statues in the many, many shinto shrines and Temples across Japan, you are in the presence of a temple/shrine dedicated for Inari Okami. Commonly depicted as a female, there are also several depictions of the Kami as a man. [/centre] [centre][h2][color=CACACA][ APPEARANCE ][/color][/h2][/centre] [centre][b][color=3337B4][ PHYSIQUE ][/color][/b][/centre] [centre]A lithe woman. Akane generally does light workouts to keep her body in shape. She is thin, with not a lot of muscle mass all throughout her body, still, she can do most chores around the house should it be necessary. Generally regarded a 'beautiful' in terms of Japanese beauty standards. Akane has the perfect combination of thinness and curviness that makes her the target of quite a lot of love letters during her highschool days. She has long black hair, easily flowing down her shoulders, the most noticeable part of it all though, is the cut of her bangs. Seemingly making a part of her hair edge out, a subtle, yet noticeable stylistic detail she has decidedly chosen. Perhaps it is because of her Japanese upbringing, but she generally chooses 'conservative' yet clearly rebellious clothes. Conservative in the sense that it covers her body, but rebellious in the subtle details. The length of her skirt, the colours of her clothes, the various accessories she puts in her hair, even the occasional earring that glistens out whenever she flips her hair. A way to simultaneously conform, yet rebel at the same time. [/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][B][ HEIGHT / WEIGHT ][/B][/color] 176 Centimeters/ 73 Kg[/centre] [centre][hr][h2][color=CACACA][ PERSONALITY ][/color][/h2][hr][/centre] [centre]Akane acts prim and proper at all times. An expectation considering her family name and the impact her family has on the trajectory of Japan. Nonetheless, within her circle of friends and family, the woman generally devolves into something much more energetic, not one to conform to borderline aristocratic norms within Japanese high society. Whenever she hangs out with her friends, whether that be enjoying some coffee or eating out, or vacationing with her family, a much more relaxed, carefree Akane comes out. For the outside person though, seeing such a change is usually a luxury they do not have. Her actions all the time is calculated to be the most polite and least expressive, she is not one to show her more 'wild' side so liberally. For she knows the ramifications of such carelessness can do to her family back home. [/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][B][ LIKES / DISLIKES ][/B][/color][/centre] [centre]Likes: 1) Watching movies 2) Hanging out with her Friends and Family 3) Reading Light Novels and Manga 4) Travelling outside her country 5) Watching Anime 6) American Food Dislikes: 1) Bigots 2) Poverty (Note: She doesn't hate poor people, she just dislikes poor living conditions, doesn't necessarily blame the poor person for it) 3) Brash/ Rude peoples 4) Japanese Ultranationalists 5) Bad Public Transportation[/centre] [centre][h2][color=CACACA][hr][ BIOGRAPHY ][hr][/color][/h2][/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][b][ Place of Origin ][/b][/color] Tokyo, Japan[/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][b][ BIO ][/b][/color][/centre] [centre]Since the day of her birth, Akane has never felt poverty. Her full name, Akane Mitsui, is already a signal to everyone that she is effectively the daughter of Japan's modern Aristocracy. The Mitsui Family. Historically speaking, the Mitsuis are titans of industry, a family that owns and runs the Mitsui Zaibatsu, one of the largest corporate groups in Japan. Their business includes Automobile Manufacturing, Electronics, Industrial Chemicals and Financial Services. One of the Big 'Four' including Sumitomo, Yasuda, and Mitsubishi. These four massive Conglomerates control all major aspects of Japanese industry, up until Japan's defeat in the hands of the allied forces. With Japan's defeat, the powerful families were forced to retire their holdings and were left as private, if admittedly incredibly rich citizens of the postwar Japanese state. And the Mitsuis were no exception. Akane grew up in Azabu. Possibly the richest neighborhood in all of Tokyo, her entire childhood life were as ideal as it can be, and, unlike the stereotype of rich kids. She doesn't grow up to be a spoiled brat, perhaps it is because of her family's history of and how much effort it still took for them to maintain their wealth, and it is perhaps because she sees just how hard working her own two parents are. But she studied hard in school, garnering good grades and with the help of private tutors, fully mastering English during her grade school days. Not a common achievement for the typical Japanese student. It was then that her first lesson in life was taught, during her first years in Middle School, when hormones are raging throughout her body and she struggles to deal with the ever increasing complexity of life. That her parents gave her talks that would change her life. Her parents taught her to not take everything too seriously, life is an ever-flowing river, and if the streams change, one should adapt oneself to it. Letting things go sometimes to rest is an important aspect, and one that her mother has to constantly remind her father whenever he comes back to work. Akane took the lesson to heart, and her first years in Middle School were the years when she made some of her first lifelong friends. The second lesson she was taught was when she just graduated High school. She applied to numerous prestigious Universities in Japan, the University of Tokyo was an obvious one, Kyushu University was another, Kyoto U, Keio, and Waseda were all applied to. And yet, bizarrely enough, she was rejected from all of them. Only her craziest and most out there option, her application to William & Mary, a college even her parents didn't know existed, was accepted. Seeing no other option, she packed her bags and headed for America to get her degree in Commerce. It was then that Akane learned that the world has more opportunities than she could've realized. Studying at William and Mary and Networking with the business communities there exposed her to cultures that she didn't know in depth, she met people originating from Indonesia, Iran, Canada, Brazil, China, even that weird Guy from Poland. The meeting of various cultures during her time there imprinted something important to her, a perspective she couldn't have gotten from studying in even Elite Japanese Universities. In a sense, a real eye for business, a thorough comprehension of various cultures around the world, and an understanding of how good businesses should be run. In short, she has the makings of a good businesswoman should she start her own company. She also learned to downsize her order of food whenever she visits an American Restaurant, not as well known, but still important if she wants to keep her weight in check. She returned back to Japan with her Bachelors Degree on Commerce, much to the elation of her parents. And it was then that, during her many nights sleeping. That she was visited by a Fox like apparition. It has a female voice, and it offers Akane a further sharpening of her skills, promising to give 'All knowledge in the world of commerce to you', and the only price? Become her Communicator. She asks if being a Communicator is akin to signing a contract with the devil, a twisted agreement in which she is the one left holding the short end of the stick, the apparition said no, she asked if being a Communictor means that she has to forego her old life completely, the Fox Spirit also said no, but there will be some changes. Most notably in her travels. She accepted, and the Fox Spirit smiled, 'Meet me at the top of Inari Shrine, take the Shinkansen the next thing tomorrow.' She left her parents later in the morning, telling them that she has 'some stuff to do in Kyoto, it concerns my College Friends.' And surprisingly enough her parents agreed. She went to the Fushimi Inari Shrine, and after offering her money, and doing the typical Shinto Rituals associated with it. She sees a Woman, clearly Japanese, but with unusual White Hair and Red Stripes all over her body. The woman smiled at her, and passed through her body. Akane felt a surge of power, feeling her strength multiply many fold. She returned back to her Family's house after that. Not wanting to see what kind of other supernatural powers might take an interest in her. 3 months have passed, and the Fox Spirit has instructed her to go to New Hampshire, to climb a mountain and meet her there. She then declared to her parents that she wanted to spend a year to 'discover myself', with the added caveat that she will go to America during that period. Considering that she's a Mitsui, and that Mitsuis aren't really known to be tight on cash. Her parents accepted. Akane is probably going to be tied down to her well paid job/ business in the future anyway, her parents reasoned. What's the harm in letting her discover the wide world when she is young? [/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][b][ Reason of Choice ][/b][/color] It may not look like it. But her education and her networking, as well as her Familial Status in Japan makes her a Prime Candidate for a person that can generate a lot of money and wealth. Her morals and upstanding personality also intrigued Inari, a well connected woman that can generate a lot of prosperity (read: money) while also not being an asshole (really important considering Japan's history) is a Slam Dunk for all Inari is concerned.[/centre] [centre][h2][color=CACACA][hr][ POWERS ][hr][/color][/h2][/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][B][ RELICS / FAMILIARS ][/B][/color] A Jade [url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magatama]Magatama[/url]: An ancient Japanese Jewel made out of Jade. Akane got it after she slept through her first night of becoming a Communicator. The jewel, upon activation, is able to form a protective bubble around Akane, a golden coloured bulb that is impervious to any form of attack. A Naginata: Said to have been from one of Inari's previous Communicators. A package from an unknown sender gave the Naginata to her family's house. Initially confused but nonetheless keeping it well stored, Akane is able to summon the Naginata at will, appearing as if it was teleported to her hand. She is able to wield it as if she has been training with the weapon for years. A Fox: A White Furred Fox that always accompanies her whenever she goes, seemingly able to accompany her throughout all places, when she took the Shinkansen back to Tokyo, the White Fox was there, when she's about to board the plane, the Fox was staring from the Terminal. And when she landed in America, the Fox was there to greet her at the Taxi Stand. The Fox will defend Akane if she is in danger, it is unknown as to how powerful this Fox is. [/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][B][ POWERS ][/B][/color] Long Claws: She is still trying to master it, but Akane can lengthen her nails to such a point that it becomes claws. When the nails are lengthened. It is hardened to be near indestructible and she is able to slice through almost anything she wishes. Fox Like biology: If her human senses aren't enough. Akane can also make 2 parts of her senses to be as sensitive as Foxes, whether it be her eyesight, her hearing, her sense of smell, touch or taste. It can, theoretically speaking. Be expanded to all the 5 senses, but Akane isn't able to fully 'Foxify' herself so to say. Fox Fire: A Blue Fire Orb that Akane can summon, it generally floats right besides her, she can throw it and cause a huge explosion, or it can be simply used as Illumination. A generally versatile spell that can be used for all circumstances. [/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][B][ INVOCATION ][/B][/color] Summoning Inari is a bit complicated than most. Akane has to throw a coin to the ground, and clap twice before praying. Should it be successful though...[/centre] [centre][hider=Inari Okami] [img]https://get.wallhere.com/photo/women-dark-hair-long-hair-portrait-looking-away-smiling-mask-anime-girls-artwork-surreal-digital-art-illustration-painting-2D-miko-temple-forest-trees-water-flowers-water-lilies-fish-original-characters-fantasy-art-1502299.jpg [/img] Her signature Fox Ears doesn't show up, Akane's form is not powerful enough yet to do that. But the Fox Mask and the Miko outfit is more than enough of an indication that Inari is here. [/hider][/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][B][ OTHER INTERESTS/SKILLS ][/B][/color] American Food: Perhaps it's because of her time spent in America, but Akane has grown to love all types of American Food. Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict, Alder Plank Salmon, a Good Burger, Fish and Chicken Tacos. She loves them all, in many ways seeing her love of both American and Japanese food is a contradiction, but it doesn't bother her in the slightest. Research into Business Subjects: Of course, being an Academically trained student in a Business Degree. She has to do her fair share of research. Whether it concerns Accounting, Business Leadership, or just listening into a 2 hour youtube video of various Businessmen talking strategy. She likes finding new ways and opportunities to make money. Philanthropism and Political Advocacy: She's Japanese, she's a Mitsui, she's incredibly well educated, and she knows how her family's complicit in furthering the suffering of various peoples in Asia during Japan's conquest. It isn't surprising that she also loves discussing Politics and has an interest in Philanthropy as well. An ardent supporter of Japan apologizing for it's warcrimes and dismantling the Yasukuni Shrine to ensure that the apology isn't hollow. She's not a big fan of any Right Wing Japanese groups in general. [/centre] [centre][h2][color=CACACA][hr][ MISC ][hr][/color][/h2][/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][B][ Birthday ][/B][/color] 25 November/ The Rabbit [/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][B][ FAVORITES / LEAST FAVORITES ][/B][/color] Favorite Food: Chilaquiles. She stumbled into a Mexican restaurant during her time studying at William & Mary, and the moment she tasted Chilaquiles, she fell in love with it. Favorite Book: Being someone that grew up in the 2010s, and being Japanese. She loves Isekai Light Novels. Most Notably That Time I got Reincarnated as a Slime and The Rising of the Shield Hero. Favorite Music: Any contemporary Japanese Song. Songs made by [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65BAeDpwzGY]Sayuri[/url] are among her personal favorites.[/centre] [centre][color=3337B4][B][ SEXUAL PREFERENCE ][/B][/color] Lesbian [/centre] [/hider]