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Schoolgirls disappear and adults don’t bat an eye.
The pruner stalks skylines, leaving prophets blind.
Spiders smile and simper, paradise seasoned with lies.
Two men twist hearts to their own ends, their paths entwined.
Bleak graylight fills the night with sighs.
Pale sunlight sears the shadows from the day.
And somewhere, nowhere, the Lostman watches, waits.
For shooting stars, fallen astray.
For human desires, burning away.
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The metropolis of Tenoroshi exists under a veneer of calm, a monochrome cityscape in a constant state of rebirth. Monorails curve eloquently around towers dressed in scaffolding, while convenience stores sprout like weeds every three blocks. School-bound children share the same streets as wage slaves and punk rockers, a human melting pot created by a too-small world, while warehouses and amusement parks stand empty, unmade, relics of child-like dreams hollowed out by pragmatic necessity. No one forgets though. The smokestacks of the crematorium inhales and exhales day in and day out. A holy man stands watch over the graveyard, ringing a bell to help the dead pass on. Streetside memorials emerge as splashes of color upon the pavement, whether it be for those lost by accident, lost by malice, or simply lost. Grayscale is the world of eight hundred thousand people, no matter how bright the neon lights of the red-light district, how vibrant the beats of the downtown core.

This indifference and numbness though, is what keeps this microcosm of a world functioning.

Beneath the grayscale veneer of Tenoroshi is a world that no ordinary person would want to comprehend. Grisly murders go uninvestigated and unreported, dying with the memories of the victims. Buildings vanish overnight, leaving nothing but empty, overgrown lots. The mayor of the town never appears in person, but continues to win elections, over and over again. Rumors and superstitions cross the airwaves constantly, as television hosts invite psychologists and hacks to make sense of the incomprehensible. But no consensus is ever reached, and the legends only grow. Of the Widow, the ruin of all betrayers and deceivers. Of the Firefly, bearing a burning hand, a burning heart. Of Snip-Snip, the giant extending from long-cast shadows. Of Harmoney, the bond-maker and the bond-breaker. All things that no ordinary person would want to comprehend, all things that no ordinary person would want to face, to explore.

But for those that do delve beneath the grayscale veneer of the apathetic metropolis, they would undoubtedly be lead to a certain tale. The story of the Lostman, the miracle-granter who lights the way for the lacking. Never for any price, never for any design. The most famous enigma of all, the most obscure of them all, the most desired of all.

They are there, on the underside of Tenoroshi

The root of every incident.

The beholder of all.

The asker of one.

What would you change? The world or yourself?
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They say it's somewhere north.

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Tenoroshi is a coastal city cut off from the rest of Japan by steep mountain ranges, with only one freeway and a set of railroads leading out of the city. Constantly renovating in an attempt to fight off economic stagnation and population decline, its efforts are often for naught. Children dream of growing up and leaving, while teenagers feel stifled and suffocated, no matter how they rebel. Still, during the summer, the beaches are nice, and the vistas afforded by mountain hikes offer a pleasant enough sight. With the right branding, the Revitalization Committee in Tenoroshi believes that the city can be a hidden gem of a tourist spot.

Tenoroshi can be broken up into nine districts, each which has a train station in for relatively easy commuting.
Bustling only during lunch time and afterwork hours, this motley collection of office buildings stands in a state of constant change, construction workers and stocks brokers walking the same streets in the morning and evening. Few boutique shops and restaurants are present here; in a downtown area as austere as this, only franchised eateries and convenience stores persist.
Hijirido University is a mid-sized university found between the Central District and the Northeastern District. Amongst natives of Tenoroshi, it has the reputation of the sort of post-secondary institution you'd have if you failed to qualify for a ranked university. The class sizes are small, and course scheduling is a hassle when only core courses have multiple sections, but the campus itself is modern-looking enough and wide open enough to not be completely painful. It boasts a surprisingly strong, and even slightly famous, marine biology program, but that's the sort of trivia that only outsiders are really aware of.

Due to student demands, Hijirido University has recently constructed a new set of three-story sharehouses bordering the Eastern District, so students who lust after an opportunity to live away from their parents, but were unable to quality for an out-of-city university, could still live independently.

There is almost an excess of ocean-related clubs in Hijirido University, from surfing to waterskiing to scuba diving to sailing to swimsuit appreciation, which eats up a lot of the budget allocated to the clubs and absolutely infuriates non-water-based student clubs.
A surprising meme among the netizens of Tenoroshi. Located right on the edge of the southern district and central, Storage Dog! is where people can rent out large storage lockers. That's about it, really. The most interesting thing about it is the massive, gaudy neon sign that has a poorly drawn shiba inu munching on a hotdog while saying "Storage Dog!". The act of cannibalism has since become a meme on internet message boards.
Over choppy waters stands the fisherman's wharf, which bursts with muted liveliness every Tuesday and Saturday when the Fisherman's Market is live. Otherwise, the Eastern District is a quiet, place. Warehouses stand abandoned, testaments of a more productive past, while the shore is composed of barnacle-ridden rocks.
Nestled away within the Eastern District, one of Tenoroshi's most respected crucibles of combat sports sits within a small warehouse, just a mile or two from the wharf. Named such after Tanno's maritime background, adherents of his "Train Smart, Work Hard" philosophy jokingly dub themselves "pirates", in no small part due to their raids on the Saturday Fisherman's Markets. Hey, you don't get much better than fish for lean eating on a weight cut. Regardless, fighters both pro and amateur can be seen throughout the day during the gym's hours of operation, on their Road Work route through the district, friendly smiles for anyone passing by. Unless they're dead tired, of course.
A normal-looking part of the fisherman's in the Eastern District. There doesn't seem to be anything special about it, but it's where Sayuri goes when she needs space. She makes sure to not go when it's populated by fishermen.
White sand for miles, bordered by a rustic boardwalk and various beach huts. The sky and the horizon spread out unmolested by architecture, and parking lots accompany rental shops for all sorts of gear. A peaceful, calming place, popular with locals and tourists alike.
Imaginatively dubbed "Snow Beach" on account of its white sands, this straight stretch of coastline is just around the bend from the Northeastern District's popular boardwalk, and it's a picture of solitude. The tranquil waves lapping against the sands both soothe troubled minds and wash away the tracks of those who would grow tired of doing all their running on pavement. A respite for the joints never hurt. It's a good refuge to be alone with one's thoughts, if that's really what you need, especially at night.
A ferry company founded by Otoya’s grandfather in the seventies. Relatively stable business, if not overly reliant on the seasonal stream of tourists. Humble and kept afloat by a handful of loyal employees. Otoya’s father underwent the transition from the helm to bookkeeping a few years ago.
A small cafe where Sayuri works part time as a waitress/cashier. She doesn't earn much money, but since it's so close to where she lives, she doesn't get home late. She's just glad that Hiroyuki likes it, too. Located in the Northeastern District, it's supposed to be a little cozy go-to for all types of people.
The streets get steeper and the stairs multiply, but the Northern District remains the most luxurious district within Tenoroshi, home to fanciful resorts and hotels both charmingly rustic and modern. Bordering Tenoroshi's mountains, fine dining and onsen-spa experiences can be found the higher up you go, but the final flight of stairs lead only to the heavens: a Shinto temple stands at the end of the stairs, overlooking the rest of the city.
Nestled along the border of the Northern and Northwestern districts is Hinata, a furiously popular coffee shop thanks in no small part to exclusive recipes, good management and it's prime location. With hot drink and food prepared in time for breakfast every morning, those commuting from the suburbs of the West make a quick stop at the café before finding their work North. Early morning hours means even the early birds can catch their worm.

The café is owned by Ike Otake. A woman who is as fierce as she is beautiful. She's begun to travel in search of profitable business ventures in other countries with an eye for expansion. There are currently six employees working for her, two of which are Mochi himself and Nora.
Recent renovations has made the Northwestern District popular with new families, a smattering of grocery stores and laundry services present to deal with all the needs of one's daily life. The streets are wide, safe, and while the houses all look the same, that's not too bad either. Comfortable regularity pervades this district.
In the homey, inviting suburbia of the Northwestern District there lies an equally homey, inviting market. Sitting on the corner of a well-lit street and a public park, Nacchan's is a one stop shop for any of your foodstuff needs, from instant ramen to the illustrious (amongst young mothers, anyway) kale. Recently added a deli thanks to a good year, and are currently hiring to fill those new part-time shifts. Good prices for where it's at.
In the Northwestern district, there is a small corner shop that sells specialty tea and spices. Fumiko frequents the shop for a variety of teas that she cannot find elsewhere, as well as to tutor the owner's younger sister as an occasional part-time job.
Older buildings ride up and down the hilly terrain of the Western District, a living representation of Tenoroshi's history. The shops here are generational, and the roads are narrow, winding, a labyrinth that even Tenoroshi natives can get mixed up in. One can never be too certain what they'd chance upon, if they'd only take a turn where they normally wouldn't.
Tenoroshi's premier vintage camera shop. Located in the western district, it's also one of Tenoroshi's only vintage camera shops. It has everything a vintage camera lover would need. Film, replacement parts, and an open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, no questions asked dark room. Unsurprisingly, business has not been booming since digital cameras became commonplace. Owned and operated by Tsunoda Koji.
A used book store that Aya works part time at. While they often have a handful of shipments of the newest manga magazine and hot release, they most often deal with whatever used books people want to bring in. As a result, much of their catalog consists of rare titles, confusing self-published works, and horrible shlock that nobody wants to read. It's located in the western district and its traditional architecture manages to hold a homely charm.
When she isn't working, studying, or hanging out with her boyfriend, Sayuri can be seen skirting around the cages at The Feather and Seed. This small establishment is home to a variety of rescued bird breeds and serves as an adoption agency rather than a shop. Sayuri lends a hand when she's able. Located in the Western District, The Feather and Seed has been around for generations, first having been started by an older couple over one hundred years ago.
The turf of the Hiritsuji-kai, the Southwestern District is a thinly-veiled red-light district that only gets more raucous the further south you go. Rent prices are cheaper, but nothing is insured, and the walls of every neon-blasted building are awfully thin. Though chaotic and violent, there is still a sense of order present; no sense in driving business away, after all.
In the southwestern district, there is a somewhat racy dance club that sees visits from many college-age students. While the club is a legitimate business, it goes without saying that the owners turn a blind eye to various less-than-savory activities that go on within.
Office buildings, concrete and pale, stand empty and unlicensed, a thousand rusted fences erected in an attempt to dissuade miscreants from invading. During the economic boom of the late 80s, the Southern District was envisioned to be built as an extension of the Central District. But the bubble burst, funding dried up, and unfinished buildings were left alone, claimed by disenfranchised youth seeking a safe place to renegade. Graffiti cover walls, and live houses rage with alternative music.
One of the first live houses built in Tenoroshi. Home to bands such as Green Daughter, The Quartermasters, and of course, Jettas, it draws in plenty of crowds during the weekend afternoons and is usually booked at least two months ahead of time. The aesthetic of the building is futuristic, with neon lights and jet-black walls painting a striking image inside.
A pedestrian lane. The cream of the crop gather here, an unspoken code dictating who can or cannot display their street art in this place of local legend. The walls span three storeys high and graffiti adorns every inch of them. A hotspot for photo shoots, much to Otoya’s ire.
This empty and desolate building in the southern district has very little official markings on it, but Fumiko recognizes it as the place she first met Gakawa. An observer passing by daily could note a slowly expanding scrawl of grafitti across the walls, a sign of different artists slowly repainting the entire building, sometimes clashing with previous works, other times building off of them.
White smoke plumes out of warehouses repurposed as manufacturing plants, while train carriages stand at the desolate railyard, awaiting repair. The only train line leading out of the city is in the Southeastern District, and no one lingers if they don't need to. Vending machines with hot food line the streets in lieu of shops, and at night, only unfortunate security guards linger beneath streetlamps.

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Co-lead singer of Jettas, stage name ‘Crow’. Otoya’s equal in guts but far surpasses him when it comes to charisma. The only one in the group ballsy enough to tell Otoya to tone down the artsy shit. Graduated Hijirido two years ago, works as a line cook during the day.
The coworker. She arrived at the coffee shop only a few months ago but has already left a lasting impression on everyone here, employees and customers a like, not least of which has been Mochi. She's at times blunt. Slightly forward. Can be deadpan but always manages to somehow skirt the line of doing all of the above too much. In fact, she's managed to hold her position at the register since her start, meeting and greeting customers despite her odd mannerisms. Mochi can't tell if it's because she's perfected this balance of being strange yet acceptable, or if he just wants her around.

'Nora' does music on the side.
A graffiti artist, Fumiko encountered him recently during one of her bouts of wandering. Abrasive and proud, he usually pushes people away - and indeed threatened Fumiko when they first met. However, she convinced him to let her watch him "work," due to her morbid curiousity. It's unclear if he tolerates her because he likes her, or because having her around gives him the possibility of using her as a scapegoat for the police. Either way, they occasionally meet on the streets and alleyways of Tenoroshi in the dead of night.
A student at Hijirido University, sharing a class or two with Iwao. Friendly and affable, he's transitioned into college life easily— smashing through his studies to spend the week planning a nice Saturday evening with his girlfriend. Works a few night shifts a week at Nacchan's to fund these ventures, and is a member of the airsoft club.
Hiroyuki's drug-dealer. He spends a lot of time with her, which honestly bothers Sayuri a lot, though he insists that there's nothing between them. Hisoka seems rather apathetic, especially around Sayuri.
Mochi's headstrong, smart beyond her years, little sister. Not surprisingly, she's better put together than her older brother. Having used him as her reference in life, a wall with which to catch most of the wrongs ahead of her and her guidance when it came time to choose a path to follow. Her love for her older brother is as genuine as is his adoration of her.

At times, she's trying to care for him when he's too busy to care for himself.
Lead dancer of Luxury Boys. His on-off relationship with his tempestuous ex(?)-girlfriend always dominates the breakups columns of gossip magazine every six months or so. Filming some crime movie on location in the Southern District. Frequents the live houses in his off time, thinks himself a philanthropist for gracing amateur acts with his social spotlight. Otoya can’t stand the guy.
Scheduling manager at Galaxy. Childhood friend of Seiji, is prone to giving his band more slots as a result. Has a lot of contacts around the city, gathered over the course of her career. Very business minded. Won’t go out with Otoya no matter how many songs he writes for her.
A street urchin hero of justice. A young man that never had much aspiration for college, and is suspected to have maybe watched anywhere from one to fifty too many sentai shows as a kid. His method of "nitty-gritty vigilantism" ultimately amounts to seeking out scuffles he can get into (with a fighting chance, of course— he's not suicidally delusional), with people that, in fairness, probably deserve a slugging. Usually. Has a habit of making weird speeches and jumping to weirder conclusions. Considers Iwao a "success story", after a few times crossing paths with him. Possibly due to getting it smashed, falling out of his pocket, or other such calamities befalling his smartphone, Mitsuo has gotten shockingly good at repairing them, and makes ends meet by monetizing that service.
Sayuri's longtime boyfriend, whom she currently lives with. She always talks well about him, even though he might seem a bit controlling and, well... a little commandeering.
Sayuri's boss at Bon Appe-tea. While rather young, he's quite boisterous and quick on his feet. He cares about his business very much.
The younger sister of the tea shop owner, she is in her own world entirely. Fumiko occasionally works as her tutor, whenever she gets in hot water with her elder sister for poor grades. However, Fumiko has taken an interest in her chuunibyou, partially because she finds it funny, but also because Fumiko secretly wishes she could be bold enough to act so strange in public.
The owner of Spice Tea, she has a warm personality and can bring out smiles from even the more jaded people that enter her shop. Many high school boys have begun to take interest in tea in order to get closer to her.
The owner, purveyor, and extremely respected Head Coach of the Corsair Boxing Gym. A former member of the Japanese Navy, the "Ol' Skipper" is a strict and exacting disciplinarian to his students, but that salty exterior conceals and quickly gives way to a fatherly pride for each. They are his sons and daughters, and though he works them hard as they can take, it's out of a true commitment to seeing them achieve their dreams. Shockingly great with kids for being such a hard-nosed man of the sea. He and Iwao are currently not on speaking terms.
Tsukuda Miki is Aya's manager at the bookstore she works part time at. She's fairly mouse-like. Her head is constantly tilted up to look at others as her height doesn't even crack 4'10". Air-headed and addicted to romance manga, her position as manager was got through seniority only. Thankfully, she takes her job seriously. She's ended up as one of Aya's close friends and the two often snack at family restaurants together.
Tsunoda Koji is a photographer that runs one of the best vintage camera shop and studios in Tenoroshi. He's a photographer and, even though he is fairly ungroomed and addicted to his vices, takes some really good photos at that. Though, his business isn't exactly booming and he's stressed about that. Thankfully, weddings usually give him enough cash to survive through the months. At his core, he's a 30 year old man who's never actually learned how to be an adult and wanders through life taking pictures.
Uchiyama Atsushi is an investigator for Tenoroshi's police force. He specializes in missing persons and violent crimes. He's a surprisingly gentle soul with a love of classical Russian literature and an above average detective. Straight-laced as can be, there's never a moment where he's not busy with his job. Unfortunately for him, his general pleasantness has resulted in him handing a few too many business cards out to concerned citizens.

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Name Shimamoto Aya
Description: At 5'0" even and 95 pounds, Aya is not a very large person. Most people would call her rather cat-like in both personality and appearance. She has sharp eyes, an smug look on her face, and acts about the same as a cat in human skin would. She follows her whims, acts on instinct more than anything else, and lazes around whenever she doesn't have to do something. She has a pretty big love for pictures of urban sprawl and brutalist architecture. Her attire usually consists of things that are easy to wear more than anything else. Low maintenance is her code of life. Well, that and her camera. She's never seen without it.

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Tsunoda Koji is a photographer that runs one of the best vintage camera shop and studios in Tenoroshi. He's a photographer and, even though he is fairly ungroomed and addicted to his vices, takes some really good photos at that. Though, his business isn't exactly booming and he's stressed about that. Thankfully, weddings usually give him enough cash to survive through the months. At his core, he's a 30 year old man who's never actually learned how to be an adult and wanders through life taking pictures.

Uchiyama Atsushi is an investigator for Tenoroshi's police force. He specializes in missing persons and violent crimes. He's a surprisingly gentle soul with a love of classical Russian literature and an above average detective. Straight-laced as can be, there's never a moment where he's not busy with his job. Unfortunately for him, his general pleasantness has resulted in him handing a few too many business cards out to concerned citizens.

Tsukuda Miki is Aya's manager at the bookstore she works part time at. She's fairly mouse-like. Her head is constantly tilted up to look at others as her height doesn't even crack 4'10". Air-headed and addicted to romance manga, her position as manager was got through seniority only. Thankfully, she takes her job seriously. She's ended up as one of Aya's close friends and the two often snack at family restaurants together.

Camera & Film is Tenoroshi's premier vintage camera shop. Located in the western district, it's also one of Tenoroshi's only vintage camera shops. It has everything a vintage camera lover would need. Film, replacement parts, and an open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, no questions asked dark room. Unsurprisingly, business has not been booming since digital cameras became commonplace. Owned and operated by Tsunoda Koji.

Amano & Ito is a used book store that Aya works part time at. While they often have a handful of shipments of the newest manga magazine and hot release, they most often deal with whatever used books people want to bring in. As a result, much of their catalog consists of rare titles, confusing self-published works, and horrible shlock that nobody wants to read. It's located in the western district and its traditional architecture manages to hold a homely charm.

Storage Dog! is a surprising meme among the netizens of Tenoroshi. Located right on the edge of the southern district and central, Storage Dog! is where people can rent out large storage lockers. That's about it, really. The most interesting thing about it is the massive, gaudy neon sign that has a poorly drawn shiba inu munching on a hotdog while saying "Storage Dog!". The act of cannibalism has since become a meme on internet message boards.

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Description: Sayuri is twenty-one years old and of average height-- about 5'4 or 5'5. She's not necessarily thin, but neither is she chubby; she bears some extra fat on her hips and thighs, though it isn't noticeable unless you were to see her undressed. Sayuri prefers to wear long-sleeved shirts no matter the season, along with skirts that drift past her thighs. Overall, she doesn't seem to be comfortable enough to ear exposing clothing, and when asked, she says that they make her feel "slutty". Quite shy and reserved, she doesn't seem to like to talk much or draw much attention to herself. Despite this, she's a hopeless romantic and overbearing dreamer. Many aspirations overtake her, though she doesn't seem motivated enough to carry them out. Little do people know, she's an avid lover of birds. 

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Kodama Hiroyuki: Sayuri's longtime boyfriend, whom she currently lives with. She always talks well about him, even though he might seem a bit controlling and, well... a little commandeering.

Inouye Hisoka: Hiroyuki's drug-dealer. He spends a lot of time with her, which honestly bothers Sayuri a lot, though he insists that there's nothing between them. Hisoka seems rather apathetic, especially around Sayuri.

Miyasguta Nobuo: Sayuri's boss at Bon Appe-tea. While rather young, he's quite boisterous and quick on his feet. He cares about his business very much.

Bon Appe-tea: A small cafe where Sayuri works part time as a waitress/cashier. She doesn't earn much money, but since it's so close to where she lives, she doesn't get home late. She's just glad that Hiroyuki likes it, too. Located in the Northeastern District, it's supposed to be a little cozy go-to for all types of people.

A very specific, mossy wharf: A normal-looking part of the fisherman's in the Eastern District. There doesn't seem to be anything special about it, but it's where Sayuri goes when she needs space. She makes sure to not go when it's populated by fishermen. 

The Feather and Seed: When she isn't working, studying, or hanging out with her boyfriend, Sayuri can be seen skirting around the cages at The Feather and Seed. This small establishment is home to a variety of rescued bird breeds and serves as an adoption agency rather than a shop. Sayuri lends a hand when she's able. Located in the Western District, The Feather and Seed has been around for generations, first having been started by an older couple over one hundred years ago.

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Description: Clocking in at 5'10 and 150 pounds soaking wet, Iwao is a man made of wire. The sharper lines of his face are mellowed and softened by an expression that most often wobbles between careful neutrality and faraway melancholy, smiling rarely. He's reserved, and seems driven by routine more than anything else, and tends to retreat inward once that's spent up. The more observant sorts would notice his pronounced knuckles (at least if they were weirdos that looked at hands), and those that catch him on his nightly runs through the city would find his hands wrapped in cloth— both tells of the passion that once dominated his youth: boxing. The former amateur prospect may be unable to train, but it's undeniably still what he loves. His poster is a framed image of Madison Square Garden, and his laptop is often playing an old black-and-white fight on YouTube (Archie Moore a common face) as unobtrusive background noise. It probably has something to do with why his normal wear is usually utilitarian or sporting in nature. Lots of shoes to run in, and hoodies to work up a sweat in.

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Inoue Tatsuya is a student at Hijirido University, sharing a class or two with Iwao. Friendly and affable, he's transitioned into college life easily— smashing through his studies to spend the week planning a nice Saturday evening with his girlfriend. Works a few night shifts a week at Nacchan's to fund these ventures, and is a member of the airsoft club.

Tanno Junichiro is the owner, purveyor, and extremely respected Head Coach of the Corsair Boxing Gym. A former member of the Japanese Navy, the "Ol' Skipper" is a strict and exacting disciplinarian to his students, but that salty exterior conceals and quickly gives way to a fatherly pride for each. They are his sons and daughters, and though he works them hard as they can take, it's out of a true commitment to seeing them achieve their dreams. Shockingly great with kids for being such a hard-nosed man of the sea. He and Iwao are currently not on speaking terms.

Kobayashi Mitsuo is a street urchin hero of justice. A young man that never had much aspiration for college, and is suspected to have maybe watched anywhere from one to fifty too many sentai shows as a kid. His method of "nitty-gritty vigilantism" ultimately amounts to seeking out scuffles he can get into (with a fighting chance, of course— he's not suicidally delusional), with people that, in fairness, probably deserve a slugging. Usually. Has a habit of making weird speeches and jumping to weirder conclusions. Considers Iwao a "success story", after a few times crossing paths with him. Possibly due to getting it smashed, falling out of his pocket, or other such calamities befalling his smartphone, Mitsuo has gotten shockingly good at repairing them, and makes ends meet by monetizing that service.

Corsair Boxing Gym: Nestled away within the Eastern District, one of Tenoroshi's most respected crucibles of combat sports sits within a small warehouse, just a mile or two from the wharf. Named such after Tanno's maritime background, adherents of his "Train Smart, Work Hard" philosophy jokingly dub themselves "pirates", in no small part due to their raids on the Saturday Fisherman's Markets. Hey, you don't get much better than fish for lean eating on a weight cut. Regardless, fighters both pro and amateur can be seen throughout the day during the gym's hours of operation, on their Road Work route through the district, friendly smiles for anyone passing by. Unless they're dead tired, of course.

Nacchan's Grocery: In the homey, inviting suburbia of the Northwestern District there lies an equally homey, inviting market. Sitting on the corner of a well-lit street and a public park, Nacchan's is a one stop shop for any of your foodstuff needs, from instant ramen to the illustrious (amongst young mothers, anyway) kale. Recently added a deli thanks to a good year, and are currently hiring to fill those new part-time shifts. Good prices for where it's at.

Yuki-Hama: Imaginatively dubbed "Snow Beach" on account of its white sands, this straight stretch of coastline is just around the bend from the Northeastern District's popular boardwalk, and it's a picture of solitude. The tranquil waves lapping against the sands both soothe troubled minds and wash away the tracks of those who would grow tired of doing all their running on pavement. A respite for the joints never hurt. It's a good refuge to be alone with one's thoughts, if that's really what you need, especially at night.

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Name: Nagaku, Otoya (長久 音也)
	Stage name 'Fool'

Description: 5’8 and 140 lbs. Twenty years old. There’s a leanness to Otoya that he still hasn’t grown out of. Not very fit but considering his jobs and interests, he doesn’t really see the need for it. His hair is long and unkempt in an emulation of his more successful musical peers. His perpetual expression is a brooding glare. Fashion-wise, he errs on the side of Harajuku’s punkier looks. Stringy singlets, studded flannels and baggy pants – mostly thrifted from second-hand markets. It’s an image he takes much care in crafting. Those around him would feel that he doesn’t radiate self-loathing but there’s never a sense of satisfaction with himself either. He almost always has a guitar case slung across his back when outside of class, whether he’s commuting to a gig or going on another bout of vandalism street art around the sharehouses.

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Akabane Seiji – Co-lead singer of Jettas, stage name ‘Crow’. Otoya’s equal in guts but far surpasses him when it comes to charisma. The only one in the group ballsy enough to tell Otoya to tone down the artsy shit. Graduated Hijirido two years ago, works as a line cook during the day.

Kang Daehyun – Lead dancer of Luxury Boys. His on-off relationship with his tempestuous ex(?)-girlfriend always dominates the breakups columns of gossip magazine every six months or so. Filming some crime movie on location in the Southern District. Frequents the live houses in his off time, thinks himself a philanthropist for gracing amateur acts with his social spotlight. Otoya can’t stand the guy.

Kihara Mio – Scheduling manager at Galaxy. Childhood friend of Seiji, is prone to giving his band more slots as a result. Has a lot of contacts around the city, gathered over the course of her career. Very business minded. Won’t go out with Otoya no matter how many songs he writes for her.

Galaxy – Southern District. One of the first live houses built in Tenoroshi. Home to bands such as Green Daughter, The Quartermasters, and of course, Jettas, it draws in plenty of crowds during the weekend afternoons and is usually booked at least two months ahead of time. The aesthetic of the building is futuristic, with neon lights and jet-black walls painting a striking image inside.

Hoshiboshi Lane – Southern District. A pedestrian lane. The cream of the crop gather here, an unspoken code dictating who can or cannot display their street art in this place of local legend. The walls span three storeys high and graffiti adorns every inch of them. A hotspot for photo shoots, much to Otoya’s ire.

Nagaku Marine – Northeastern District. A ferry company founded by Otoya’s grandfather in the seventies. Relatively stable business, if not overly reliant on the seasonal stream of tourists. Humble and kept afloat by a handful of loyal employees. Otoya’s father underwent the transition from the helm to bookkeeping a few years ago.

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Description: Fumiko is somewhat reserved, and with her quiet air some people find her hard to approach. She is the type to endure something unpleasant with a strained smile, and then spend the next few hours complaining about how awful it was after it is resolved. Some would say that her patience has been waning since she started college, however.

Fumiko had a fairly normal high school experience; okay grades, diligently worked with her clubs and classmates, graduated and got into college. But anyone who knew her would notice that her behavior began to change after that. She appeared to be more anxious, always glancing around her. She began wandering the campus at night, and would occasionally disappear from class without warning. Sometimes, even walking out in the middle of class.

The truth is that Fumiko expected something to change when she went to university. But it didn't. She felt like she was going in circles. And she saw ahead of her - an almost guaranteed job at the same company that her dad worked at. She began to wonder if her entire life was set in stone already. And she recently began to wonder if she could push the boundaries and see what would happen.

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Ochaya Rie - The owner of Spice Tea, she has a warm personality and can bring out smiles from even the more jaded people that enter her shop. Many high school boys have begun to take interest in tea in order to get closer to her.

Ochaya Maya - The younger sister of the tea shop owner, she is in her own world entirely. Fumiko occasionally works as her tutor, whenever she gets in hot water with her elder sister for poor grades. However, Fumiko has taken an interest in her chuunibyou, partially because she finds it funny, but also because Fumiko secretly wishes she could be bold enough to act so strange in public.

Gakawa Daisuke - A graffiti artist, Fumiko encountered him recently during one of her bouts of wandering. Abrasive and proud, he usually pushes people away - and indeed threatened Fumiko when they first met. However, she convinced him to let her watch him "work," due to her morbid curiousity. It's unclear if he tolerates her because he likes her, or because having her around gives him the possibility of using her as a scapegoat for the police. Either way, they occasionally meet on the streets and alleyways of Tenoroshi in the dead of night.

Spice Tea - In the Northwestern district, there is a small corner shop that sells specialty tea and spices. Fumiko frequents the shop for a variety of teas that she cannot find elsewhere, as well as to tutor the owner's younger sister as an occasional part-time job.

Den-Setsu - In the southwestern district, there is a somewhat racy dance club that sees visits from many college-age students. While the club is a legitimate business, it goes without saying that the owners turn a blind eye to various less-than-savory activities that go on within.

An Abandoned Office Building - This empty and desolate building in the southern district has very little official markings on it, but Fumiko recognizes it as the place she first met Gakawa. An observer passing by daily could note a slowly expanding scrawl of grafitti across the walls, a sign of different artists slowly repainting the entire building, sometimes clashing with previous works, other times building off of them.

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K A E D E ,   M O C H I Z U K I
"What's your story?"
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D E S C R I P T I O N :
S E X : Male
A G E : 20
H E I G H T : 5'11"
W E I G H T : 155lbs

Mochi is the guy you run into all the time at the coffee shop, mostly because he works there. Tall and lithe. Weighing in at a slight less than average one hundred and fifty pounds. Black hair, hazel eyes framed in blacked rimmed glasses, light skin that is ever so slightly kissed by the sun. He's usually one to keep things as business casual as he can, which he really can't, in an attempt to keep the appearances of a man more focused than he knows he really is. His clothes, even as well fitted as they are, tend to move on their own, as does his hair, and glasses, and his belongings whenever he puts them down. The only thing as stagnant as the lifestyle he's chasing is his life. Tenoroshi can do that to people.

Despite appearances leading to assumptions of a lack of drive, Mochi is quite diligent when it comes to his work and studies. He's managed to remain top of his class and keep a healthy social lifestyle. When his head isn't in a book, he's actively keeping in touch with friends, keeping up with the happenings in far off places and trying to find what adventure he may in this confined word of his. When not getting lost in the musing of a young adult, he's making coffee. Good with his hands, good with machines and good with people, his work ethic has seen to his promotion and after a year on the job, he now manages his own team of baristas.

When the facade of a man meant for better things becomes to great a weight to bear, or when at home, he sheds this skin to the young adult still a boy dressed in sweatpants and t-shirts smeared with print. Sometimes wrinkled.

Usually wrinkled.
W O R L D   B U I L D I N G   ( N P C s )
K A E D E ,   N A K A N O T H E   S I S T E R   "Wake... UP!"

..............................Mochi's headstrong, smart beyond her years, little sister. Not surprisingly, she's better put together than her older brother. Having used him as her reference in life, a wall with which to catch most of the wrongs ahead of her and her guidance when it came time to choose a path to follow. Her love for her older brother is as genuine as is his adoration of her.

At times, she's trying to care for him when he's too busy to care for himself.
T A S H I R O ,   F U K U D A T H E   B E S T F R I E N D   "Time to go to work."

..............................The best friend since youth. While Mochi often feigned at discipline, Fukuda had no need for a ruse. He lived it thanks in no small part to his upbringing. The two of them helped each other find the middle ground in their ways of life. Mochi often reminded Fukuda to have a little fun while Fukuda kept Mochi from having too much.

Fukuda works part time, attending classes with Mochi during the day and devoting what he could in the afternoon to his father's company 
A S A M I ,   N O M U R AT H E   C O W O R K E R   "Your face. It's crooked."

..............................The coworker. She arrived at the coffee shop only a few months ago but has already left a lasting impression on everyone here, employees and customers a like, not least of which has been Mochi. She's at times blunt. Slightly forward. Can be deadpan but always manages to somehow skirt the line of doing all of the above too much. In fact, she's managed to hold her position at the register since her start, meeting and greeting customers despite her odd mannerisms. Mochi can't tell if it's because she's perfected this balance of being strange yet acceptable, or if he just wants her around. cafe

'Nora' does music on the side.
W O R L D   B U I L D I N G   ( P L A C E S )
H I N A T A
T H E   C A F É   Coffees and cakes. And breakfast.


Nestled along the border of the Northern and Northwestern districts is Hinata, a furiously popular coffee shop thanks in no small part to exclusive recipes, good management and it's prime location. With hot drink and food prepared in time for breakfast every morning, those commuting from the suburbs of the West make a quick stop at the café before finding their work North. Early morning hours means even the early birds can catch their worm.

The café is owned by Ike Otake. A woman who is as fierce as she is beautiful. She's begun to travel in search of profitable business ventures in other countries with an eye for expansion. There are currently six employees working for her, two of which are Mochi himself and Nora.
N I C H I B O T S U
T H E   B A R   Drinks and sushi and other small bites.


A favorite spot for both Mochizuki and Fukuda since they were both old enough to buy their own drinks, Nichibotsu is located in the center of the Northern District and is popular for plates that are highly regarded as the best in Tenoroshi, a charismatic bartender and live music.
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T H E   C A B I N   In the woods.


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..............................	Mochi's headstrong, smart beyond her years, little sister. Not surprisingly, she's better put together than her older brother. Having used him as her reference in life, a wall with which to catch most of the wrongs ahead of her and her guidance when it came time to choose a path to follow. Her love for her older brother is as genuine as is his adoration of her. At times, she's trying to care for him when he's too busy to care for himself.


..............................	The best friend since youth. While Mochi often feigned at discipline, Fukuda had no need for a ruse. He lived it thanks in no small part to his upbringing. The two of them helped each other find the middle ground in their ways of life. Mochi often reminded Fukuda to have a little fun while Fukuda kept Mochi from having too much. Fukuda works part time, attending classes with Mochi during the day and devoting what he could in the afternoon to his father's company


..............................	The coworker. She arrived at the coffee shop only a few months ago but has already left a lasting impression on everyone here, employees and customers a like, not least of which has been Mochi. She's at times blunt. Slightly forward. Can be deadpan but always manages to somehow skirt the line of doing all of the above too much. In fact, she's managed to hold her position at the register since her start, meeting and greeting customers despite her odd mannerisms. Mochi can't tell if it's because she's perfected this balance of being strange yet acceptable, or if he just wants her around. cafe 'Nora' does music on the side.


Nestled along the border of the Northern and Northwestern districts is Hinata, a furiously popular coffee shop thanks in no small part to exclusive recipes, good management and it's prime location. With hot drink and food prepared in time for breakfast every morning, those commuting from the suburbs of the West make a quick stop at the café before finding their work North. Early morning hours means even the early birds can catch their worm. The café is owned by Ike Otake. A woman who is as fierce as she is beautiful. She's begun to travel in search of profitable business ventures in other countries with an eye for expansion. There are currently six employees working for her, two of which are Mochi himself and Nora.


A favorite spot for both Mochizuki and Fukuda since they were both old enough to buy their own drinks, Nichibotsu is located in the center of the Northern District and is popular for plates that are highly regarded as the best in Tenoroshi, a charismatic bartender and live music.


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Alright, think it's time to put this to rest. It's been a pleasure, y'all.

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Thanks for having us. I’m sorry I let the schedule slip on my end, for whatever that might be worth.

I look forward to seeing and playing with you guys again, wherever down the road that may be. Stay cool, Team Sharehouse.

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