Sho Minazuki

Emerald Odyssey — An MMO Isekai RP (Now Accepting!)

Saito Souji

Aluvera - Outskirts

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"Saito Souji", he introduced himself briefly, as he allowed the conversation to continue. All of a sudden their group had become larger. It meant they were well-equipped if a battle needed to be fought. All he was doing now really was thinking what would make sense if this world was real, after all... As it was, he had no reason to treat it otherwise, the senses he was experiencing was unlike sitting at a computer and playing.

"Just a few years myself, I guess...?", in actuality, everyone here probably had zero years. It's not as if playing this game equated to travelling the world or anything... One of their new companions was a tamer, and their choice of mount was... Spiders?

"How unusual... But I suppose if we can travel quickly, it will be worth standing out in such a way", he surmised. Indeed, the mount menu was disabled, but tamers had mounts built into their kits.

Silver Gate Academy [Accepting New Players]

Kyoto - Uzamari Ryokan

Monday > Tuesday, June 7th 20XX

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The inn was in a minor uproar that evening when Seirin spotted the slowly floating 'corpse' of Otis. A panic of staff asking what was the matter followed by putting Otis back in his room and cooling him back down. It had been a rather memorable day for Seirin in particular. They went to eat dinner shortly after, then went back to their rooms to rest.

Unfortunately they would have to say their goodbyes the following morning as Seirin was due back to her household, most likely to take care of outstanding business. Seirin had kept her enrolment to Silver Gate Academy as a secret for the most part, wanting to surprise them when she would inevitably show up at their classroom.

They said their goodbyes and were on their way to the airport for their flight back to Seidoujima Island.

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The Great Blaze of Kyoto

~END~

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One Week Later

Silver Gate Academy - Classroom

Monday, June 13th 20XX

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It had been a week since the eventful Kyoto trip, and Summer Holidays had already begun. All students though were asked to attend just one final class on Monday today, the 13th of June. This was communicated in a letter and email, saying there were some important announcements for the class that day. Some students had no idea what that meant while others were happy to theorize what it might be. Well, come that day, it seems there were... A few other announcements before they got to know what that was.

"So, this may be a somewhat strange timing to be announcing this, but it had come on short notice", Utsumi began as some familiar people stood behind him in the classroom. The boys in the class were positively thrilled by the people they were looking at.

"I'd like to introduce three new transfers, they had come from Kyoto and due to various circumstances, have chosen to study here for the time being. I hope you'll all treat them kindly", although he had a feeling that reassurance was no more than a formality.

"Now if you three will please introduce yourselves".

The first to introduce herself was the grinning short haired girl wearing her uniform a little loosely, "yooo~ the name's Sakichi! Nice to meetch'all!"

"I am Seirin Kaganomiya, I had come from Kyoto seeking my own way of life, my interests in history, and my favorite food is Japanese sweets, pleased to meet you", Seirin's introduction was an image of grace.

Then finally was the quiet looking girl, "My name is Fuuko Kirisaki, the only thing you need to know is... If you lay a hand on Seirin you will reg-", Seirin placed a hand on her shoulder.

"P-please", her face was trying desperately to not to break.

"I am Fuuko Kirisaki, nice to meet you", despite the dialed back introduction, her glare seemed to remain.

"W-well... There are a few empty seats around...", the rest of the next few minutes was letting the three new students settle in, with Fuuko and Seirin sitting together while Sakichi sat somewhere behind Lorelai.

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"Ahem... Anyways, today is fortunately not quite a class. Although, I will give you a little extra if you feel like dabbling in something over the summer. On my desk is a pile of small tomes as you can see. They are for the Remidius School of Alchemy, Volume 1. It has a wide range of potions and mixtures to practice at a basic level, with a few more advanced mixtures within. I hope you'll all take interest in learning it".

[NOTE: Remidius School of Alchemy Volume 1 will cost 2 skill points forever to learn. You can pick it up now, or later]

"Now onto what we all came here for today", he pulled out a small bag, and opened it up, and produced some badges from it. Any student from Arcture would immediately recognize it. These were Adventurer badges from the Adventurer's Guild. It also went by other names, such as the Hunter's Guild, Handymen Guild and sometimes the Odd Jobs Guild as a joke, since they were also known for just helping people out, even though their main fare was tackling monsters that nations had no manpower to handle.

"I see some students recognize what this is, but those who don't, these are badges from the Adventurer's Guild, recently thanks to the efforts of the school and cooperation with Arcture, we are able to provide students with provisional Green badges. If you think you might qualify for a higher rank, you will have to talk with the guild in Arcture for that. The only special part of this is that students do not have to go through a screening process like people normally do when they sign up, so if you perform and abide by the rules of the guild, you can rank up just like anyone else", this was exciting, but there were a few concerns that had not been addressed yet so they kept quiet mostly.

"Furthermore, we have received approval to allow students to come and go through the portal in the University building. Ordinarily only high ranking University students and teachers were allowed to access it without a request, given that their coming and going is recorded. The only condition is that these students be part of this class, there are ways to prove it, but the easiest is of course these provisional badges. So if you wish to go to Arcture, please be wearing one of these so that the staff can identify you", and with that he began to call up names for the students to come up and receive their badges.

Emerald Odyssey — An MMO Isekai RP (Now Accepting!)

Saito Souji

Aluvera - Outskirts

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The ensuing escape from the city was largely uneventful, aside from the ongoing attack. Aside from the flames and destroyed streets in some areas, the screaming and chaos had subsided. As the group relaxed, Saito simply stood just a little to the side as he made himself comfortable. Despite the state they left the town in, being outside of it and in a more open space put him at ease. From the way the conversation was going, it looks like they were in for almost a week of travel, assuming it's not a few days without rest. Which was strange, traversing from one part of the land to another should not take that long, given the towns that were cited. Such was another difference between this world and the game... Hmmm, for all they knew the world could be completely different. A question was directed at him as the conversation continued.

"Hmmmm, we're not out here to to tackle a dungeon or boss. If we're only travelling then this much is fine. We just need to avoid unnecessary challenges", it was true. While something like a healer may make things easier, there were other ways to keep oneself healthy in this game... Or rather, world he would wager. Potions and food and the like. There wasn't much reason to have a sustained form of healing.

Silver Gate Academy [Accepting New Players]

Kyoto - Uzamari Ryokan

Monday, June 6th 20XX

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The sound of soft, flowing water, the gentle touch of steam coupled with the cool breeze of the night sky was but an atmospheric quality of Japanese outdoor hotsprings. The idyllic stonework and Japanese style gardens lining the high bamboo fences granted a sense of tranquillity to these baths. Just moments ago these young girls had been giggling about as they scrambled to undress and get into the hotsprings, and when things had died down, Seirin found herself looking towards the night sky.

This was not the first time she saw the full moon in such a way, though she had been locked inside and seldom saw it with a window between them, tonight it felt rather different. Perhaps because she was now sharing it with friends... Or maybe, because she didn't feel like any scant time she could have to herself could be ended abruptly. Either way, her heart felt at ease. Of course not everyone she had spent the day with was present, all the boys were not here for obvious reasons. One person she expected to see was missing, throughout the day in fact, Fuuko... But she imagined that the young ninja was not present due to her obligations as a member of the Yatagarasu.

The others were having fun and this time of calm for her was just a moment for her to consider what it all meant, her Blessing of Amaterasu, Tamamo no Mae, and all of that. Somehow to her it all felt like the beginning of something she could not even begin to fathom. The voice in her head from within the egg... She believed it was Amaterasu, but when she thought about it now, and what she remembered, was that Amaterasu? Or someone else? She could scarce believe it would've been Tamamo, but if it was not her either then who was it?

An errant splash would snap her from her train of thought. Perhaps these thoughts would be best left for another time. Yes, for now such worries would not be relevant.

Kyoto - Outskirts Forests

Monday, June 6th 20XX

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The crunch of leaves and twigs steadily and on a step by step basis would dully ring out through the dark forests of Kyoto. A man in a light blue yukata having a leisurely stroll in the moonlight, smiling, almost content with himself. His hand would immediately raise as the blade of a katana would attempt to cleave his head. Appearing form the shadows in front of him like a fog taking form was a robed man with a large straw hat... Or rather it would be more accurate to say, a mess of weapons in the shape of a man, covered in robes.

"Hooh~ I see, so then the fearless leader must not be too far behind you then? Is this any way to greet a comrade?"

"Snivelling half-breed, you lost us the precious Sessho-seki, and failed to summon a completed aspect of Tamamo no Mae. What we witnessed was but a raging shadow, and no more. Release your hand so that I may enact our punishment",

"Enough Benkei", the low baritone voice of a coarse man emerged from the shadows behind him, first appearing his red, glowing eyes, before his red and pale skin in a mixture like a combination of swirling flames and red veins, along with his two horns. This man was a bona fide oni, not like the halves that were more common these days.

"By the looks of his face, it appears he has something worth telling us, is that right Shinzou?", the one identified as Benkei stepped back, pulling his blade away as Shinzou relaxed into his usual casual self.

"Indeed, though the Alliance now holds the Sessho-seki, there is now a... Domain, of sorts. It doesn't appear they've noticed, but that golden egg created a connection to somewhere... I would wager, related to Amatarasu, or one of her chosen",

"How interesting...", from one moment to the next, Shinzou's skin turned the porcelain green of his yokai form as he coughed up blood, now lifted a few feet into the air.

"This information, shall prove valuable, however it does not compare to losing the sessho-seki. The plan had ultimately failed, and so punishment is necessary", the oni's arm lowered, before he pulled it out with force, causing Shinzou to fall to the ground into a kneel.

"Let that be your penalty. In this state you will walk with us, and if you cannot follow us, then you are lost to us", and with that he turned. As Shinzou's eyes craned up at the demon's back he could see the horde of yokai that followed him, their eyes glimmering in the darkness of the forest. His demonic form in full fervour as it tried to repair the damage. The one named Benkei coldly turned away also, though that was not a surprise. The darkness around Shinzou swirled for a moment as the Kurobozu he was with slithered away too. Gritting his teeth, the young half yokai with blood pouring his from his wound, walked forward. A powerful glint of hatred in his eyes as he did. What was he really looking for?

Emerald Odyssey — An MMO Isekai RP (Now Accepting!)

Saito Souji

Aluvera - Streets

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The job of a rear guard was to ensure the backs of everyone in front was covered, so that they could retreat or advance without worry. Keeping with the group, he ensured all who would be a threat were at least within the corner of his vision, and as soon as they would make a move... He would cut them down in a flash. One such daring griffin had done so to it's detriment, fissures of blood erupted up it's arm so violently it fell over. Saito's blade had been drawn in that single instance striking with Setsuga, now lined with blood as he kept it at his side. Another would take that chance to strike while a harpy began to swoop overhead attempting to get past him.

Saito's response was immediate, a horizontal swing in front, a disrupting aura emitting, before he flourished and sheathed his blade. All at once, the harpy flying overhead, and the griffon in front suffered multiple lacerations, going down to Rekkugeki and Jigenzan, silver flashes like blades piercing them. As soon as they fell he continued to join the group, moving his line with them.

It was perhaps easier for him to take the rear guard, the slower but more powerful and precise strikes of the katana were well suited to cutting down enemies as they approached, like a stand-off, rather than rushing in blade borne and swinging.

Silver Gate Academy [Accepting New Players]

Kyoto - Fujiwara Estate

Monday, June 6th 20XX

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The sound of chirping cicadas pervaded the summer heat of Japan, the garden outside lit by the bright golden sun sitting high above as two men dressed in traditional Japanese attire drank tea. The table before them beset with the expected implements of teatime such as Japanese sweets and a kettle, but also some documents neatly piled on the side. One of the faces seated here was Motsumine no Fujiwara, and the other... A gruff man with sharp eyes, a face structure like a chiselled rock, and a body as large and built to match. He had a few scars that were hidden underneath his black kimono and despite these features, he appeared to be smiling lightly.

"So... That is the way of it", he began, taking a sip of his green tea.

"Indeed, despite the... Ordeal she faced last night, I had already been handed the papers for it. It seems she had made her decision", the rough man looked down over the papers. It was an enrollment form, and the name read none other than Seirin herself.

"Of course, as her father Kyoryu Kaganomiya, you still have to give the final consent", Kyoryu, head of the Kaganomiya branch of the Imperial Family. Unlike his main branch counterpart, he did not enjoy any measure of peace, doubling as one of the heads of the Yatagarasu, which was a rare distinction among the family to take part in combat so directly.

"It was only fortune that you have the chance to do this. To think that both my daughters would be the reason I had to come to Kyoto on short notice...", his face bent down in sullen thought. It was a strange situation to be in, given that one daughter was now comatose after going missing for months, while the other was seeking to fly the nest.

"Seidoujima... Was the island yes? I am a busy man, but perhaps having somewhere to travel where no business is, may do me some good... Very well. I trust you will ensure she is protected? In fact, you have told me your good friend the head of the Kirizanto house, is a teacher there too?", his voice maintained the hard exterior but it was clear he was seeking confirmation for his decision. Motsumine simply nodded.

"Very well. She will be in good hands then...".

"Excellent, once those documents have your stamp, I'll have them processed", as the two continued their tea, he stamped the document, then motioning to one of the guards to take it and one can only safely assume, to be taken to the school and it's officials. Motsumine then rested his cup, looking out towards the garden.

"A fine day isn't it...? I do believe she should be out with her new friends today"

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@Amaterasu

Koyuki

Uzamari Ryoukan
Sunday Evening, June 5th 20XX

After the events of that night, they were back to the inn, almost smuggling the young Seirin there. She had to borrow a few clothes from some of the people present, but after that excitement had died down, Koyuki when she was alone would suddenly spot out of the corner of her eye a small fox familiar, one she recognized almost immediately.

"It seems you have distinguished yourself quite well. Hmph, I may not have been present for your battle, but I was able to watch via a familiar. It is not often a kitsune let alone anyone can command new powers so quickly and so well, even so far as to hide the young Kaganomiya girl for a sleepover. Such mischief becomes a kitsune", she seemed to be rather happy about that, despite her elegance she seemed to have some fun in knowing that one she had taught was able to mess with people.

"Well, worry not, I am not asking you to return, your training is complete. And the results already speak for themselves. Although... Your disappearance from the inn here might have been rather... Sudden. I'm afraid the senior I had assigned to you, Kohane, is in a slight panic trying to find you... I think I'll let her panic for a bit longer, she makes a rather delightful face. Well, it has been fun, it's rare to see promise in young yokai these days, so do continue to hone your skills... Oh yes and... Feel free to visit Eiseikato whenever you so please. I am sure the ladies here would love to see you again. Until then, farewell Koyuki", the cute little familiar did a bow, before poofing into a small cloud of starry purple smoke.

Emerald Odyssey — An MMO Isekai RP (Now Accepting!)

Saito Souji

Aluvera - Streets

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Upon leaving the house, the observation put forward by Eunice was rather obvious. The ongoing chaos though being thinned out, was still not concluded. He had expected someone to take up command of the people who were willing to fight, and perhaps that may happen... Still, it did not make their new situation any less of an inconvenience. Five griffons, and they seemed to be moving like a pack. Was it just out of coincidence? Or was someone targeting Eunice? He could not quite tell, but all the same he drew his blade and prepared to fight.

"I can hold up the rear, we'll push through the front and put them at once side of us at the very least. We're not gonna spend all day cutting them down", he was rather sure of himself. If their objective was to leave, this was the logical course of action.

Silver Gate Academy - Tournament of the Long Hall [Accepting New Players]

Silver Gate Academy

Tournament of the Long Hall

The Kingdom of Arcture is one with a veritable and long history, going back several centuries and having changed government multiple times. Today, it is ruled by a monarchy, the King Vanrenwald Gabrellius IV Arcture, and his order of knights and nobles. This resplendent city is seeped in history and tradition, proud of it's current dynasty having been maintained for three centuries thus far, and among it's most loved traditions is the Tournament of the Long Hall. The tourney named as such in honor of one of the kingdom's most famous knights Haltram Veyswind, when during a siege of the palace two hundred years ago during the Griffon Civil War, he alone held the line against a horde of rebels. The long entrance hall of the palace had ever since then been the place where the tournament was announced, and the finals held. As a warm season sets into Arcture, the Kingdom sees now it is soon time for the annual tournament.

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So in summary, the RP is about to enter the next arc. This will include a few new additions, new available skills, and a new hunting mechanic for obtaining materials for weapons and armor. As this is intermittent between arcs, this is a good time to make a new character and join in. Furthermore...

You are not required to read or catch up with the previous events in the RP.

While there are some overarching plots, knowing them is not a requirement for participation or even understanding of the events that you are experiencing.

This thread is merely for a new intake of players. If you have questions, I am almost always available on the Discord, so you can always swing by there.

OOC Thread

Discord Server

Silver Gate Academy [Accepting New Players]

The Great Blaze of Kyoto Final Battle

PART1
Battle against Shinzou and the Assassin

PART2
Battle Against the Aberrant Youko Kitsune

Kyoto

Sunday, June 5th 20XX

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The sound of a festival continued on unabated as the crisis came to an end. An impressive display of pyrotechnics lined the sky, the golden lights of the festival lanterns illuminated the streets. The people knowing nothing of the battle that had transpired that night, continued the seemingly whimsical festival that was held that night, and just as quickly as the festival appeared, it was gone the next morning, cleaned up to such an impeccable degree that it felt like a dream.

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Standing before the young Maki as she was laid upon the soil of Nijo Castle, was Kuzunoha, Kuuto, and Motsumine. The three having worked in unison to take down the beast, and held within the fox yokai's hand was the Sessho-Seki. She moved her arm to her side, opening it up, handing it over to Motsumine, who accepted it with little question.

The battle that had ensued consisted of just them three, Motsumine's skill with powerful exorcism spells, Kuzunoha and her illusions and rapid casting, and Kuuto and his peerless skill with a blade. It took them some time, the pure and unbridled power of Tamamo no Mae, even if it was only a fraction, was truly something to be feared.

"And so the curtain falls, and all that remains is this pitiful young girl? Hmmmmm... What I wonder, could have pushed her to do such a thing? Without that wretched blessing, she has become but a glorified doll", the cutting words of Kuzunoha were the first to comment.

"Given my research, I have some theories as to why... But how that relates to what she did, I do not know. We may not ever know until she miraculously awakes", Kuuto crossed his arms in thought. His words were quickly followed by the fox yet again.

"Which she never will, under these circumstances at the very least...",

"In any case, I was surprised to see you appear Lady Kuzunoha, had you not appeared... Rather, I had gone forward assuming you would not, given how you turned down my offer. I fear what may have happened without your assistance",

"Speak no further. When you came to me for aid you petitioned for the aid of Eiseikato. Tonight, it was I in my capacity as an individual, that I had extended my help", Motsumine seemed a little surprised, but bowed slightly as he said his thanks.

"Hm, it seems even a silver-tongued man like you can still be surprised in such ways... But I must also say my thanks. Your massive illusion had ensured the events of tonight remained a secret, something I think could not have been achieved otherwise". Motsumine stepped forward towards the young girl Maki, and knelt down to her, inspecting her.

"The poor girl... We had searched for her for many months, and the sorrow she must have experienced to push her to this besides... I am sure the young Seirin would be most saddened by this development. For now, we shall take her into custody, and see what we can do", the tone of his voice seemed rather sincere about the matter. Kuzunoha turned her back and began walking away from the scene.

"Do what you wish, though I extended aid as a friend tonight, I expect this debt to be repaid sometime in the future. Perhaps we can strike some agreements with yokai visitors in this city? I am of the knowledge that there are some clans that are still repellent to the idea of letting yokai enjoy their own lives here... Which is such a shame. Yokai are rather picturesque to a city like this wouldn't you agree?", with this lighthearted remark, she smiled, before disappearing in a vortex of gray and purple smoke. As she disappeared, so too did Kuuto begin to walk away.

"And I have my job as a teacher at Silver Gate, I'm afraid the aftermath of this mess will have to be handled by you. The students have been put under interesting ordeals thanks to this. Well, you can handle it here anyways can't you?",

"Hmph. To leave me behind to take care of a mess as always. You never change do you", Motsumine closed his eyes in a slight smile.

"Nor do you, always cleaning up after other people... I am expected back at Seidoujima immediately after this school trip, but it will be the summer holidays for the remaining month. Do call on me if you are free for a drink".

"I will"

Emerald Odyssey — An MMO Isekai RP (Now Accepting!)

Saito Souji

Aluvera - Alleyway

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Saito pursed his lips in one hand while fiddling with the menu in the other... He remembered he saw that people were accessing the menu prior to the attack, which was worth a check. From the looks of it, most personal functions were fine, in fact he can even view some of his skills. However, he accessed the travel menus out of interest, when the young lady had mentioned other states and other areas of the game. For the most part, he was able to see what the locations were by name, but just about every option there was completely grayed out. This might as well had simply been a glorified map function.

He turned back to the conversation as it reached about mentioning the man who appeared before, along with the monsters he brought about. Things were beginning to settle outside, and she asked the group for their choice. As much as he'd like to stay in Aluvera... He had a load of questions that he doubted other players could answer. There was much they should worry about, such as how life would work, assuming this goes into long term, but he was not a settler by any means. He often wandered around when he played the game too, so he felt it was not too different a choice here.

"Hmmmm. I have many questions, regarding why we're all here, and I feel that your quest may yield us some answers. I think I will join you then, at least for a time", he answered rather succinctly and precisely what he felt. He had no attachments to the other players around here, so he had little reason to stick around.