From the door adorned with trilbies, comes the half-boiled detective's partner, leafing through a small book. Should one catch a glimpse of the title, it'd read "Parties". "Found any work yet? The coffee doesn't pay for itself." Phillip points at an aromatic canister without looking up from his book. "I'm still not certain how much that costs."

Shotaro turns to his partner with a look of sorrow, as if questioning whether or not his partner understands how tight their budget is. However he shakes it off and grins. "Well there was that Hiiro Kagami fellow. He hired us to look into a crooked Rider that's been going around and infecting people with some sort of bug. An odd request, but him and his cohorts seem to fit the bill for those who'd oppose such a wicked person...if you catch my drift." He crosses his arms and sighs. "Downside? I don't have any leads. It's as if this character hasn't been seen in some time. So we may need another client soon."

Phillip claps the book shut, and holds his fingers to his chin in thought. "Do we have a name? Even his Rider name? The Gaia Library likely would have some results if we could get a name."

*the knight falls from the sky and lands infront of the door with a bunch of rare gems and gold flys out of his pouches and pockets* By the heavens that hurt...

Shotaro brings a hand to his chin. "No. Hiiro didn't seem like he knew, or even if he did...I don't know Philip." Shotaro takes the hand from his chin and snaps his fingers. "What if we pumped the keywords with what we know? Kamen Rider, bug, and possibly Hiiro Kagami? What do you think?" Shotaro notices an odd sound but doesn't pay it much mind.

Phillip takes a seat on the couch, perplexed. "I could do a lookup, but I don't think those words are specific enough to narrow it down." Phillip crosses his legs in thought. "We'd still need that name."

Shotaro walks over to the sitting area and pulls up a chair. "That damn doctor...leaving out a crucial bit of information like that. It still bothers me that there are other Riders who would do harm to people. I kind of hoped we'd seen the end of that." He sighs heavily as he leans back into the chair.

Soon enough, the pair hears a knock at the front door. Just outside, an individual in rather plain brown, grey, and black armor stands outside, scratching their head A detective agency, huh? Sounds like somewhere you can go for information. Haven't found the tutorial yet... Maybe this is it? The knocking sounds again, before the RidePlayer takes out a small, knife-like weapon and begins inspecting it closely

"Eh?" Shotaro stands and walks to the door. Opening it reveals a man clad in brown with a knife in hand. He blinks a few times, more curious than concerned. "Um, yes? Welcome to the Narumi Detective Agency. How can I, the hard-boiled detective extraordinaire, help you?"

The person walks in, waving politely to Shotaro as they step past the detective Ah yes, this is a place for information yes? Do you think you could direct me to the tutorial area? I just got this nice little game, but haven't managed to get the hang of it yet. The brown-clad figure takes a seat nearby, remaining in full armor the whole time

Again the man blinks in surprise. "Tutorial....area? You bonk your head pal?" Shotaro brings a hand to his chin as a devious smile forms on his lips. "I mean of course! The tutorial area! What game do you need help with my good man?"

The person looks back at Shotaro and waves Its this really cool new game that just came out... Called... Uh... What was it again? The person briefly begins patting down their armor, as though looking for something before shrugging and hanging their head I thought I still had it with me... Oh, yeah. Its Chronicle.. Something or... Kamen Rider, that's it. Kamen Rider Chronicle. Just booted it up today, and this is the only real place I've found so far.

"K-Kamen Rider?! A Kamen Rider video game? Sweet!" Shotaro lets out a sharp cough as if to get himself back on track. "Kamen Rider Chronicle it is then." He turns to Philip with a grin. "Alright Philip, you heard the man. Kamen Rider Chronicle is what we're going to help our client with!"

Phillip uncrosses his legs, choosing to lean on one with his hand supporting his jaw. "How can we be certain that this Rider isn't an enemy to our client? As we've seen before, some riders choose to fight each other. I suppose I could at least look into our client, just to make sure we're helping the right person." Phillip stands up, and an ominous light fills the room. "First keyword: Hiiro Kagami. Second Keyword: Doctor. Final Keyword: Kamen Rider." From the air itself, a book materializes in Phillip's hand, he sets the book he had prior on the table as he leafs through the new one. "Interesting..."

The person clears their throat before politely piping up, one hand raised Um... Its woman, actually. Though, there wasn't really any options in this game. So I can understand the confusion. The "woman" looks around the room a bit, eyes finally resting upon Philip Excuse me, where did you get that from? Are sudden objects supposed to be a feature or something? That would explain the armor at least...

"Oh. I never thought of it like that." The man sheepishly scratches the back of his head. "So what did you find?" Shotaro turns to the RidePlayer and bows his head deeply. "Ah! I'm sorry! It's 2017, I shouldn't be assuming genders. Sorry."

"It would appear our client is a Kamen Rider himself. Kamen Rider Brave. In his world, he was a brilliant doctor, boasting many awards, and the son of a hospital director. Before he became Brave, he was studying to become a doctor, at that time his girlfriend urged him to not distance himself from the world, and until her death he did not do so. She was killed by the Bugster Virus, which then drastically altered our client's direction in life. He is currently trying to resurrect those who have lost their lives to the game Kamen Rider Chronicle. Our client appears to be a first rate rider, Shotaro." Phillip claps the book shut, and sits once more. "... but where does this leave us? We know his motives, but nothing on this mystery rider. We still need to find that name!"

The rideplayer stands back up, clearly uncomfortable, and waves their hands in an attempt to downplay it I... Its fine really. I... I probably should have said something before... J... Not very used to this yet. They next clear their throat, looking back at Philip while shuffling awkwardly between their feet E.... Excuse me? Lost their lives? Its just a game. What do you mean "lost their lives to Kamen Rider Chronicle"? The Rideplayer seems to have an epiphany, quickly putting away their knife and rapidly looking between both Philip and Shotaro And... Wait... An actual Kamen Rider? Is that part of the game? I mean... I always thought those were legends. H... How much do you two know?

Phillip taps his forehead intuitively. "More than you could possibly comprehend. Speaking of Chronicle, it would appear our new guest seems to have fallen into the trap. For now, I recommend you don't transform. When that little gauge inside your helmet reaches zero, a loss is the least of your worries."

"Heh. I knew he was hiding something. Kamen Rider Brave, a truly fitting name for someone who stands against such adversity." His expression darkens however. "Lost their lives to Chronicle, huh?" He turns to the RidePlayer. "Are you able to get out of that costume? Did you put that on yourself?"

The Rideplayer takes a deep breath, in an attempt to calm themselves, still looking rapidly between the pair I'm sorry, trap? What trap? I... Its just a game right? They turn to Shotaro, arms clenched by their sides Well... No, of course I didn't. It came on as soon as I booted up Chronicle. I should be able to take it off by turning off the game. I.... But I just bought it... I just wanted to know where to start

Shotaro brings a hand to his chin. "Miss, could you turn off the game? I'm concerned about your safety. I don't think this game is meant to be won..." There's a grim look in his eyes as he speaks to the woman. "I believe that the trap was sprung the moment you booted it up."

The woman steps back, breathing heavily I... I... I'd rather not.. At least... Not in front of people... Well.. Uh... M... I was always taught not to give out my info online... Yeah, that's it... She makes for the door and waves at the two A... Anyways. I'll keep that in mind... I... D... Don't play it.... A.... I'll consider it at least. G... Good luck

Shotaro goes to follow but opts out. "Ah mou...I can't help but feel like I just made things worse..." He moves over to the couch and plops himself down. "The Bugster Virus. Kamen Rider Chronicle. And Kamen Rider Brave." He brings the tip of his hat down to hide his eyes. "What have we gotten ourselves into?"