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Takeno

Things Will Get Worse

Takeno was standing in the station of Shibuya, as she normally does, messing with her phone. That app that appeared the other day must have some connections to what she had overheard.

"Memos? Memes? Nah, that's just dumb. Memorial? There has to be a connection to what they said and this stupid app. Especially if it is a navigator..."

The voice recognition on her phone was clearly listening, the mysterious app just not responding. That's when it all went south.

"Memento? That's a word right? What even are mementos?"

Suddenly the app began responding and a familiar voice spoke, and before she knew it, the green haired girl appeared at the entrance of Mementos.

-Reaper-

*appears*

-Reaper-

Are you lost?

Takeno

"Lost? Who are you?! Where am I? Why's everything red?"

Takeno was not okay clearly. As one should be, having a panic attack in the middle of an alternate dimension. Although, this was obviously not the safest practice.

-Reaper-

You are at mementos

Makoto

*Makoto walks up the stairs leading into the deeper parts of mementos only to see Takeno panicking*

Oh-Hello there. *She walks over to Takeno* Hey, are you ok? How did you end up here? *Makoto puts her hand on Takeno's shoulder*

Yu-Narukami

*A figure appears deeper within Mementos and slowly walks up to Takeno.*
Within the Metaverse to be exact. How did you end up here? Most don't appear here on accident.

Takeno

"This... makes a vague amount of sense. Allow me to rephrase. What the HELL is a Mementos?"

She was practically backpedaling into a corner, her eyes wide and darting just about everywhere and her breathing heavier than a humming bird's heartbeat.

Shiza_Salad

*Jumps out of a portal, possibly causing risk of further demonic possession*

Yu Narukami? You must come with me. You are needed in Leblanc.

-Reaper-

Calm down girl

Yu-Narukami

Hmm? Right now? I guess I could go...

Dahlia

*enters* mementos is an underground labrynth born from the desires of the world. This is just one of many layers to this place. Or so ive heard.

Shiza_Salad

It is of the upmost importance, otherwise I would not have risked further corruption of my body. Come with me please.

*Points to the open portal*

Makoto

Hey! Please, stay calm you're ok. Please, take deep breaths. *Makoto also showed signs of panic as she tries to calm Takeno down* Now please, tell me how you got here, its not the safest place, and it certainly isnt easily accessible.

Yu-Narukami

Alright...
*Yu follows Shiza into the portal*

Takeno

"Calm down?! Is this normal?! Wha- but- w-why...?"

She takes a massive breath and sighs, her speech a little bit slower than a mile a minute now.

"There was this weird navigator thing on my phone and I tried saying random things into it based on something I heard. I stumbled upon the word 'Memento' and somehow, I ended up here! To be quite honest I don't know what I was expecting but I am NOT calm!"

-Reaper-

She has the potential too....

Roxas-

*A portal of darkness appears next to the group and Roxas steps out laughing* Nice I finally got getting in here down! Now it's time to check the place out. *He looks over at the party* Oh hey there how's it going? You guys adventuring?

-Reaper-

Something like that

Dahlia

Its ok, this is normal for a first timer. *looks around* so this is Mementos... looks wierder than i first imagined...

Makoto

*Makoto is surprised to hear about the Metanav on Takeno's phone*
So, you used an app? *She mutters to herself* How did they get this app? *She looks back up at Takeno* Alright, I don't know how you obtained that app, but dont worry. We are currently safe at the entrance of this place.

Dahlia

Noone is gonna hurt us up here... not even us... *notices her metaverse outfit is on* no matter how ridiculous we look.

-Reaper-

You look good with that outfit Dahlia

Takeno

Take gripped at her headphones and took another deep breath as she started glancing at everyone.

"The thing that's the most scary isn't really the appearance of this place and more how everyone just keeps showing up here... I'd say this isn't the weirdest thing I've seen. I have no idea how I got the app really, other than I overheard a conversation on this place. Next thing I remember, red glowy pulsating eye thing on my phone and it won't piss off."

-Reaper-

What's your name?

Makoto

*Makoto sighs* Yes, all of these things are pretty weird, but don't worry thats normal...I think? Anyway, I come here with what you used to get here. I'm sorry to tell you as well that the app won't be deleted. *She sighs again* Anyway, are you feeling a bit better? *She looks at Takeno and smiles*

Takeno

"Takenomi Yoshiko, pleasure to meet you! Probably. Hopefully. To be honest, I was trying to fight back my instinct to grab some pepper spray right now, but I think it's unnecessary. Now uh... what's the purpose of this place anyways? I get it's a labyrinth but... why?"

-Reaper-

Nice to meet you

Dahlia

Because it is made by all of the distorted desires of everyone. Or atleast almost everyone.

Dahlia

Anyway, my name is hale stackhouse, its nice to meet you.

Makoto

Mementos is everyones distorted desires. With all those distortions, all of this place is distorted as well, making it a labyrinth. It is a unique place to say the least, but I don't recommend going to deep. Shadows lurk in the depths.

Roxas-

Distorted desires form a place like this huh? Almost reminds me of the world that never was in some ways... The atmosphere here is beyond weird.

Takeno

"I'm gonna pretend that made sense for the sake of our conversation. What's in this place? Why are you all here anyways? Is there something to gain from being in this place? Seems about as helpful as a back alley filled with obviously terrible people."

Takeno was probably calmed down at this point, considering some of her snark was showing again.

-Reaper-

We are explorers of this place

Dahlia

Basically this is to reform bad people whos desires are not stong enough to turn places into wierd mental worlds known as palaces.

Roxas-

Well I hear that the monsters inside drop money! And I'm sorta dirt poor right now so yeah... Plus I won't lie I'm just looking for an excuse to practice in a fight too.

Makoto

Well um...*Makoto is a bit hesitant* I am a Phantom Thief. I'm part of a larger group, but tgey aren't here currently. What we do as Phantom Thieves is well...we take away peoples distorted desires to help those in need. Mementos is a place to do such a thing for peoples who desires aren't distorted to a great extent.

Takeno

"To... reform? My head is spinning right now... Shadows lurking? Palaces? Maybe I'll understand more if I can you know... see some of this place? Assuming one of you would be willing to let me get a look around."

Dahlia

I could come with you. This is my first time in, but id be able to protect you.

Starwaddle

*suddenly appears in a van* oh, there's people here. Hi people!

Takeno

"Wait a tick! Phantom Thief? I've heard of that kind of thing! They're all over the news! Well... last I checked they were, which could be anywhere between a week and several years, I don't keep track of this."

Makoto

I wouldn't suggest going down there. Even if you know how to fight shadows are fearsome foes. I'm able to only do so much hear because of my Persona, without one it is quite dangerous.

Roxas-

Oh yeah Phantom Thieves. I've heard about that, and I'll tag along if you guys don't mind. *He smirks* I'm no Persona user but I can hold my own in a fight anyways.

Dahlia

Dont worry, *summons anne bonny* i have one, too.

Makoto

*Looks at Takeno kind of hesitantly* Well, we did make ourselves known...we have done alot so far as Phantom Thieves.

-Reaper-

Have one too

Roxas-

*He laughs as a pair of key like blades form in his hands* Those spirits of yours aren't the only kinda magic in the worlds, huh what are you guys named anyways?

OOC: These to be exact.
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Takeno

"So much terminology in such a small amount of time... last time I got this much of an exposition dump it was in some weird fighting game. Listen, if I have this app, I might as well use it. It'd be good to get myself familiar with this place. But if you guys think I'd be too much of a burden..."

Take rubbed the back of her neck and looked towards the floor, clearly contemplating something. Her face contorted in thought, and she probably wasn't very conscious of the kind of silly expressions she was making.

-Reaper-

Reaper

Dahlia

No, dont worry. If you have that, you can fight like us in due time.

Dahlia

Dahlia here.

Roxas-

Reaper huh? Well that name's Roxas everyone! No last name just Roxas.

Starwaddle

I'm Star! I also go as Futaba, but I had to change my name after some things happened.

Makoto

*She starts waving her hands a bit* Oh no! You're not going to be a burden! I just don't want you to get hurt. Mementos is dangerous. If you stay to long here, a powerful deadly shadow will attack.

Takeno

"Get hurt? I'm not that defenseless, I'll be fine! And in any case, if things go south, I have this!"

Take pulls out a pistol! At least that's what it'd look like if you hadn't spent more than 5 seconds realizing it's totally fake.

"I've scared off plenty of people with this! I'm sure we'll be fine."

Shiza_Salad

*Facepalm*

She's gonna die.

Dahlia

Not if we protect her, she wont!

Roxas-

A fake gun? I mean I could loan you a Keyblade for a bit but they're hard to handle without experience.

Shiza_Salad

Nope, still vouching for the death. I'll help out, I just want to get payed.

Makoto

*Makoto sighs a little* If you insist in going, I can't stop you. But if you do run into trouble and you're in danger, run away. *Makoto then snaps her fingers* Oh, its also hard to travel around down there without some type of transportation. So I dont know how far you's get down though there.

Takeno

"Your... wha? I'll pass... for now, I guess. As for how far I'll be going, not far enough to get lost. I have to think though, how do I leave a trail to lead us back...? Ah!"

Take pulled out a journal from her bag and tore a bit of a page off.

"This should do. I'd hate to ruin my sketchbook, but I'm sure I won't regret it down the line!"

Shiza_Salad

This is even worse than I thought. It's hopeless, unless you all can convince me otherwise.

Roxas-

*He looks bewildered* A trail? I can get us out the same way I came in if need be... Although I guess doors made of inky darkness look suspect huh?

Dahlia

Dont worry, as long as we keep you safe, you should return safely too.

Shiza_Salad

We? You mean you all. I'm not moving until I know I'm getting paid. If not, I'll follow along and earn it.

Starwaddle

...I have a van. It's a nice van. It's the one I'm driving right now.

Shiza_Salad

And I've got a hellish motorcycle. No, I'm not sarcastically replying.

Takeno

"Well if we're gonna get moving, I say we do it now! I'd bet you the labyrinth gets mad if you wait."

Not quite realizing the implications of what she said, Take trotted down to the nearest opening that probably led down the subway. She didn't immediately leave though, gesturing for anyone who wanted to follow to do so.

Makoto

OOC: I'm sorry I have to be off now, I must sleep. Goodnight!

IC:Well, I'm sure these other people will help you on your endeavors. *Makoto walks ti the exit of mementos. Before she leaves though, she turns around and waves to Takeno* Hopefully we do meet again at some point, and we can fight together. *She waves as she leaves Mementos*

Starwaddle

Meh, I've got time to kill. *Drives into the entrance of Mementos*

Dahlia

*tries to follow as fast as she can*

Shiza_Salad

Good bye, best waifu. Alright everyone, it's operation Heavenly Shield. Protect the girl, don't get killed. Simple as that.

Roxas-

*He follows along with her blades out and looking around* So what makes you wanna come here? I mean normally people without magic aren't real big on places like this.

Shiza_Salad

*Follows everyone else inside*

Takeno

"Well you see, I have a philosophy that if I am given a tool, I should use it! And so I can come here, might as well see what's here for me, right? Ah, wait a tick lemme just..."

Take pulled out her phone and squinted at it. Whatever she was doing, she was probably getting impatient with based on her reaction.

"I guess I can't make any calls... there goes that idea. Onwards!"

Dahlia

*thinking while hurrying to catch up* (i hope things go well... this is my first run through of mementos... itll be exciting, that for sure...)

Takeno

Despite every instinct that should be telling her to shut up, Take was continuing to mumble whilst walking down the seemingly endless tracks. She was still messing with her phone.

"Damnit, do they really have no service here? Gamma said to call if something weird happened, and I think it'd be safe to say this is pretty effin' weird..."

Dahlia

The only things thats remotely functional here is the metanav app. As in the one with the wierd eye that brought you here. It can also get you back out when youre ready to leave.

Starwaddle

Oh, you know Gamma? Pink haired guy, kind of a dick?

Roxas-

(It's my first run with Roxas, but he's not my first character. Still be nice to test him here too)

Huh those things don't work in here? I don't actually have one myself so I wouldn't know. And yeah I'm itching for some action where are these shadows?

Shiza_Salad

They're oddly silent...Hmm...

*Ponders further*

Dahlia

It feels a lot creepier than what i first expected too.

Starwaddle

*starts playing a game on her tablet while driving* fuck you, fuck you, fuck you on particular, and...I win.

Starwaddle

*in particular.

Dahlia

Hmm... lemme test something... *takes out a stuffed rabbit and tries moving it with hand motions*

Roxas-

Creepy? Hey at least it isn't a nearly featureless void that's filled weird teleporters and stuff. That place was creepy.

Shiza_Salad

This place is still empty as all hell.

Takeno

Before they knew it, a shadow had appeared down the end of the track. It didn't seem strong at all, but it was definitely there.

"What the? What is that... No Face?! I saw that thing in a movie I swear!"

Dahlia

*procedes to make the rabbit dance around in an attempt to brighten the mood*

Starwaddle

That's a shadow. It's basically a monster.

Dahlia

No, thats a shadow. Dont worry, it souldnt be anything any of us cant handle.

Shiza_Salad

I'll kill it instantly, if you all want.

Shiza_Salad

Never mind. I don't need your permission.

*Puts him evoker to his head. summoning Azazel*

Morning star.

*The shadow instantly evaporates*

Roxas-

*He laughs* Nah sounds lame, let's give the new kid a shot eh? I mean if she doesn't see any fights how will she awaken?

Shiza_Salad

*Shadow parts are still floating through the air*

Too late.

Bgammax

*A sharp *plink*ing sound can be heard in the distance. At least until Shiza's morning star makes an enormous amount of noise. Then the noise stops for a few moments, until a figure can be made out of the darkness of the tunnel. They're wearing a black T-shirt with gold trim and well-fitting blue jeans. When the figure gets closer you are able to recognize Gamma, he sighs as he looks at the group*
Ok, which one of you idiots found the newbie, decided to bring them here, and then VAPORIZED A SHADOW IN FRONT OF THEM. DO YOU IDIOTS HAVE NO TACT AT ALL? NO SUBTLETY, NOTHING.

*Gamma then turns to Takeno, bowing apologetically*
Sorry if they disturbed you miss. Are you doing alright now?

Shiza_Salad

Nice to see you too, asshole.

Takeno

Take tilted her head at Gamma and waved. She seemed unconcerned despite the vaporization of the shadow before them.

"I'm fine so far! Kinda creeped out but I'll be okay. I dunno how you got here but I imagine it had to do with the same way I got here! We're helping me explore Mementos now that I have at least 20% of a grasp around what it is."

Despite the vaporization of the previous shadow, another seemed to have appeared, attracted by its comrade's death.

Shiza_Salad

Ugh. Another one? Azazel, kick it's ass.

Dahlia

may i take care of this one?

Shiza_Salad

*Rolls his eyes*

Sure, why not. You need the experience kid. Knock it dead.

Takeno

"Wait wait wait! I want to at least see what it is! Can't I?"

Take, being oblivious again, tried to creep up on the shadow. By the time she got close however, it noticed her and called several more much more threatening shadows.

Bgammax

*Gamma calmly walks over to Shiza, hands in his pocket, with a metal staff strapped to their back*
Yeah, I'm going to have to stop you there. Look, The girl shouldn't be in here, maybe you could take her home? I'm most certainly not going to let you be a bad influence on them. At least not over stuff like this.

*Gamma then quickly turns to Dahlia*
You too little miss murder. I suggest you both clear out of here while I'm still in a good mood.

*Gamma doesn't notice the shadow as they turn to Takeno at least*
Sorry if these losers freaked you out miss Takeno. Some people have no appreciation for how a normal person would feel about this stuff. Perhaps I should escort you out?

Shiza_Salad

*Shiza frowns even more than he already was, making it look like his mouth might slide of his face anytime soon*

What's that suppose to mean?

Dahlia

Murder? What are you talking about? I was just trying to protect her!

Shiza_Salad

We didn't do anything wrong, so quit acting high-and-mighty and being an asshole. No one asked you to be here, so step off jackass.

Roxas-

She wanted to check the place out I let her tag along. And it's funny hearing normal from a heart like yours pal.

Takeno

The entire time they were bickering, poor Take had already been pounced by several shadows, one having been at least smart enough to muffle her panicked flailing and screaming, at least as much as it could. Eventually though, she'd start calling for help.

"H-HEY T-THESE THINGS AREN'T FRIENDLY! A LITTLE HELP, PLEASE?!"

It'd be easy to dispatch a good amount of them quickly, but considering the situation, the few grouped around the green-haired dunce would require careful tact to defeat.

Dahlia

*struggles to pull a shadow away* get away from her! Im your opponent, now!

Shiza_Salad

*Unsheathes his scythe*

Gamma, you're a dumbass. I don't like you, and I don't take orders from someone without a duffel full of money. I do what I want.

*Chops up a few of the shadows assaulting Takeno and shoots another*

Go home and kiss someone else's ass.

Bgammax

*Gamma sighs as he turns to the rest of the group*
You know full well what I'm talking about Shiza, seeing as you found me near a mountainside to rant about Satan, not the best way to make a first impression on someone new to this, is it?

*Gamma puts his hands on his hips as he turns to Dahlia, his voice is a little softer, but his position is clearly stern*
And Dahlia, I was there when the info was out on the news. I don't need you doing anything weird or dumb either. I'll give you a break for your age, but really should leave for now.

*finally, Gamma turns to acknowledge Roxas, clearly irritated, though not at him in particular*
Nice to meet you too pal. Look, I don't mind people tagging along, but if they're going to have to do this stuff, they'll need actual support. Not some self-righteous fools scaring them.

Dahlia

I honestly dunno what you are talking about dude.
ooc: were supposed to act like all that stuff never happened now that everythings normal. Didnt you get the memo bruh?

Takeno

The shadows were definitely clever, at least smart enough to know the importance of the poor girl's life. Two of them held her up and one started speaking.

Shadow: "Listen up! If you don't want us to shatter ever last one of this kid's bones, you're going to put those weapons down!"

Take: "Will you all just shut up and help me out here?! You can yell at each other later! I don't wanna die, not here!"

Bgammax

*Gamma lets out a sigh as they run towards the shadows attacking Takeno*
And you idiots wasted my time letting her get hurt. This is the reason I didn't want any of you morons here.
*As they near the group Gamma pull the staff off their back and swings at the shadow attempting to gag Takeno*

Bgammax

*halting as the situation changes, Gamma quickly drops his staff and puts his hands behind his head*

Ok, what is it you want? I'll try talking to get this done with

Roxas-

Hmm you got a point... Guess I could of explained a bit more, *he grimaces* But honestly I'm sorta new here myself... Only just figured out how to get in Mementos in fact. *He raises his hand a Gravity well forms near the shadows pulling them to it and up. Though not Takeno* Sorry about getting you mixed up in this without proper explanation Takeno.

Dahlia

I dont even have any weapons to drop... now let her go already!

Shiza_Salad

*As he speaks, he wildly starts pointing his gun around*

Listen here, fuckface. That question wasn't directed toward you specifically. I asked everyone there, and it was just you who answered. It's almost like it's about a life or death situation. I'm going to stay here and protect this girl with Dale. Leave before I shove my foot up your ass.

Roxas-

OOC: Ignore I didn't check before posting.

Dahlia

*sigh* why is everyone fighting? You know what... *drags the stuffed rabbit onto the floor* here, i got a rabbit doll. Its on the floor. You happy now?

Takeno

Take: "Are you seriously listening to the giant squiggly monsters right now?! I should've listened when they told me to stay back..."

Take hung her head briefly before she looked around. She searched for a way to escape, despite the obvious futility of the effort. Fully realizing this she stopped resisting. At least for now.

Shadow: "That's right... take a few steps back, I don't like that look in your eye!"

Roxas-

*His Keyblades vanish* Alright shadows I care to parley.

Bgammax

*Gamma turns to glare at Shiza, he seems to grow colder, though nothing else can be felt*
Its too late for you to leave now. So start by throwing down the gun and letting this take its course. You may not have noticed, but you have a knack for making things angry. That would not be a good idea in this situation. OK?

Shiza_Salad

*Shiza shoots the shadows repeatedly while using his stand to root them in place*

God I forgot I even had that thing.

*Reloads his revolvers, and hands one to Take*

Protect yourself.

*Dual wields with a revolver and his scythe*

We need to leave now, before more show up.

Dahlia

*in a moments notice, she sends the rabbit in to take out the shadows. The stuffed rabbit hunches over before running on its hind legs and smacking the shadow with its ears*

Roxas-

Yeah I think he's right Shiza. I won't endanger her anymore then we already did. And you shouldn't either.

Shiza_Salad

*Casts Hassou Tobi just in case*...

Shiza_Salad

@Roxas-
The day I admit that capital-A asshole is right is the day I cease existing.

Bgammax

OOC: @Shiza_Salad @Dahlia
are either of you paying attention to the situation? Takeno clearly has a more realistic direction they're wanting to go in. Its rude to try to derail that for no reason. So just chill it with the weird stuff, ok?

Shiza_Salad

OOC: Sorry, I posted WAY before I read those. I'll chill.

Dahlia

Ooc: yeah, my bad.

Takeno

Shadow: "Geez, you kids are really GULLIBLE!"

With that, the shadow yanked one of Take's arms, the audible sound of a bone snapping could probably be heard, coupled with a pained shriek from the poor girl. She most assuredly wasn't going to take this sitting down. She grit her teeth, angered grunts coming from her. The others could probably feel something was happening, but at least for now, the feeling was all there was.

Shadow: "Don't try anything funny or I'll mash you into a jam, you hear me?!"

The shadow pointed at the group and stared them down. At least that's probably what the big sludge mass was doing.

Shadow: "You're gonna give us whatever we want, understand?"

Takeno

OOC: Just for now, if your character wants to do something, post the action and I'll make sure to include the result! No worries about wanting to take the initiative~!

Dahlia

*both her and the rabbit shift into a sulking position* Stop it...

Bgammax

*Gamma is shaking a little, but he sounds totally calm as he talks to the shadow*

Ok, fine. Just tell us what you want, and we can both forget this whole mess ever happened. Sounds easy enough right? And a much better deal than you usually get most likely.

Shiza_Salad

Gamma, I hate you, but we need to help this poor girl.

Dahlia

*she starts crying and every pert of her is trembling* please, stop it...

Roxas-

*he nods cheerfully* Sure whatever you say, so then what do you guys want? I'm sure we can work out something that'll benefit you here. No need for more violence guys. *He whispers to Gamma* You seem like a reasonable person, thoughts on how to fix this mess? And no I'm not happy just good at lying.

Bgammax

*Gamma quickly glances at Roxas, they remain mostly motionless, only shaking slightly as they speak aloud*

First of all, you don't do anything that any normal person would view as suspicious. Like talking where they can't hear you. Think of it as like some sort of gang deal. We both have something we want to get out of it, so we don't give them any reason to think we might stab them in the back, because then they might decide "forget this deal" and that's how people end up hurt.

Shiza_Salad

*Shiza whispers to gamma*

Or we can kill 'em all and save the poor girl already. Seriously, less talking, more action on the subject.

Dahlia

*shes finally snapped, and starts charging as the shadows to break through them and save takeno* GEEZ, STOP IT ALREADY!

Roxas-

*Speaks normally* Right of course, I'm not really an expert on this stuff but yeah sounds good.

Bgammax

*Gamma sighs, and reaches down to grab Dahlia as she runs by him*
Shiranui, Dormina.

*A brief flash of blue lights around Gamma, as Dahlia is calmed into a short sleep*
Look, maybe the kid's heart is in the right place, but this is no time to let your emotions get the best of you, just calm down and think through this rationally.

Dahlia

Huh... ugh. *collapses on the spot*

Takeno

Take yelled in anger, and with a sudden gust of wind the shadows were knocked against the wall. She held her broken arm for a moment before gripping at what appeared to be a small visor over her eyes.

"I don't take kindly to being pushed around! Especially not like this!"

With a swift movement she tore of the visor, blood pouring down her face as she began to grin. Suddenly an ethereal form appeared behind her, a large and lanky figure with sharpened teeth, white beady eyes, and arms that stretched down to the floor. It remained idle behind her, though ever vigilant.

"Lotan! Come forth and assist me!"

Takeno

The shadows, still reeling from the shock of both Dahlia's sudden charge and Takeno's immediate retaliation simply stood there in fear. They weren't quite sure what to do with the whole situation having been reversed on them.

Dahlia

*almost immediately woken up by the loud noise* huh? Whus goin on?

Roxas-

*His eyes flash white as his Keyblades appear and dashes into them slashing all around in a circle* Now's a great time to do something I think!

Bgammax

*Gamma breathes a sigh of relief, they cease shaking, but they sound furious as they walk towards the shadows, leaving their staff behind them*
Come forth Shiranui

*a small blue flame appears behind Gamma, and it burns a path through the air around him, leaving behind the image of a long, scaly body made of flame. After a few loops the flame stops, forming a head and completing the image of an Eastern dragon made of blue fire the dragon floats through the air around Gamma, seeming to glare at the shadows*
Now then, I don't take kindly to anyone who feels the need to bully little girls. Do you have any last words? Or maybe you don't understand the situation yet?

Takeno

The shadows all charged forward, clearly fearless despite the fact that they'd obviously have no chance of winning. With exactly four shadows before the group, Takeno didn't hesitate taking the first strike.

"Lotan! Carve them!"

The shark-like Persona lunged forward, not even using its arms and instead used its piercing maw to carve open one of the shadows, thankfully the attack being strong enough to take it down. Three more remained.

Shiza_Salad

*Pulls out his scythe and revolver*

Hell yeah, girl! Finally! Rip 'em apart!

*Starts slashing and blasting the shadows one by one to oblivion*

Dahlia

*faintly hearing everyone after trying to wake up* yeh, dun mess with us or we'll... we'll make ya pay fer tryin tah hurt a lil girl.

Bgammax

*Gamma continues strolling towards the shadows, hands in his pockets, as he gets a malicious grin*
You don't understand. Very well, I can show you.
Shiranui, freeze it solid, Diamond Dust.

*The dragon roars as six spears of ice form in the air around Gamma, and then fire off, impaling one of the shadows and causing ice to spread along it*

Roxas-

*He darts to the one nearest himself and lights his blades up in flames before trying to stab them straight into it's skull* Think it's time for you guys to die now.

Dahlia

*in an instant, she fully wakes up, choosing to wield the stuffed rabbit as her weapon of choice* youre gonna PAY for what you did to her!

Takeno

The shadows were defenseless at this point, each of them being torn and ripped as if they were simply shreds of paper, Shiranui's Diamond Dust turning one of them into a perfect ice sculpture.

The scythe and revolver making a rather articulate mess of what was probably a shadow at one point, holes and slashes everywhere.

Meanwhile, the Keyblades made an equal mess of another shadow, turning it into complete ash after the onslaught. The charred remains of one of its many faces lingered for a while before dissipating completely.

Next, the last shadow, who was simply running at this point. A girl threatening its life with a stuffed rabbit was the LAST thing it wanted.

Shiza_Salad

Damn Gamma, not bad. Are we gonna let that last one get away, or...? Shit, Take!

*Shiza runs over to Take*

You alright? You handled yourself pretty well.

Dahlia

Need some help? *casts diarahan on take*

Bgammax

*Gamma yawns as he watches the final shadow flee. Soon enough he walks back over to pick up his staff, turning to Shiza as he does so*
Its not going to hurt us, or at least not Takeno. Considering the sound her arm made earlier, I'd say we're leaving here and going to get it actually treated. Though you can stay all you want

*Gamma picks up the pace as he walks to Takeno and begins to examine her arm*
Now then, can you still move it? How does it feel?

Takeno

Take's voice was softer now, Lotan still lingering menacingly behind her.

"It can run. I don't care. I'll be fine, promise. Thanks for the help, Miss. What... is this thing by the way?"

She pointed to her Persona, not managing to prompt even a response from it.

Roxas-

Sorry about all that mess we really screwed up here... At any rate I think we should go back to the real world now don't you guys? And if there's a next time let's all make sure not to screw around, I can't speak for anyone else but I know better at least. And I can get us out if you guys don't mind a little darkness, probably safer than walking.

Shiza_Salad

What? No "Nice job too, Shiza"? Fuck you man.

Dahlia

Oh, that... ill explain that once weget out.

Dahlia

We should probably hurry. More could come at any instant...

Bgammax

*Gamma clears his throat, and takes a step back as he adjusts his glasses*
Well, you're probably in the mood to believe much of anything right now. That thing behind you is called a persona, its a manifestation of your rebellious spirit. It's kind of an extension of you and will fight with and for you to give you the strength to fight these shadows. There are more ways to get one than your ordeal, but the important thing is you're safe.

Takeno

"N-No more darkness. We can't be that far from the entrance right? Besides I dunno how much is like that after well... All this."

She started laughing again as Shiza and Gamma went back to their bickering. Her arm wasn't even bugging her. At least not while she's still smiling.

Shiza_Salad

Then let's go already.

OOC: I think it's safe to say Shiza officially hates Gamma.

*shrug*

Dahlia

Ooc: dahlia probably does too cause she forgot all that shit happened and since it got reset, gammas blaming her for something she thought she never commited...

Roxas-

Alright no portals this time for got it, they're ny only way around but eh I can see the issue. Oh yeah how much did that healing spell do anyways? *He starts to walk back clearly searching for targets* Let's get outta here it's obviously not a good night.

Takeno

Lotan meanwhile was still around. That is until Take spoke again.

"You can leave now."

With that it disappeared, leaving the group to themselves.

"Shouldn't be far of a walk. At least I don't need to use my arm for that. Hahahaha- Ow..."

Dahlia

Yeah, lets get going already! *as she jumps to signal everyone, the rabbit jumps with her*

Bgammax

OOC: Yes... YES... Let the hate flow through you my child.

Finally a good idea Shiza. Very well, let us leave.

*Gamma attempts to help Takeno walk back to the entrance, his face is serious, but he doesn't seem upset*

Shiza_Salad

Stay out of my way, Gamma. Cross me, and I'll turn you into ground meat and feed it to Kimat. I'll be off.

*Disappears*

Dahlia

Are you still hurt? Here, leeme try again. *the rabbit doll mimics her motions as she tries to cast diarahan again*

Takeno

"Quit looking so stone-faced. I was bound to get hurt being so careless. It'll be fine I guarantee. I appreciate the conce- Ow ow ow! Effin..."

Take was back to her mumbling self quite quickly, the visor she had earlier still in her hand.

"Is this where he went? My... Persona I mean. He came out with it so..."

Takeno

Take seemed more relieved after the diaharan. It was probably still a good idea to go get the bone checked out though, bones aren't supposed to make those noises.

Takeno

OOC: With that I'll need to conclude this semi abruptly. Thank you all for participating! I hope my sluggish DMing wasn't too bothersome.

Dahlia

Here, ill help you. *carries take out to the entrance*

Bgammax

*Gamma sighs again, he looks at Takeno, concerned*

Look kid, you really shouldn't bother with this stuff, but yeah. That mask will appear on you in the metaverse, and you can summon your persona by taking it off. I would tell you to forget any of this happened, but considering that mask, you'd probably just ignore me and get yourself hurt. Its better if I explain things somewhat.

Bgammax

OOC: Its fine, in fact a lot are slower. You'll fit in just fine Takeno.

Roxas-

*He looks worried about Take*
Huh guess you can't just heal everything with magic. I know most humans can't actually, nobodies are a little tougher than that. You guys need to be more careful than I do.

*He continues to walk along as he speaks and turns to Gamma* And if you don't mind Gamma I'd like to hear this stuff too. Mig's the only one I've got any real answers from up to now. And it's always good to hear more than one person's thoughts.

Dahlia

We should be at the entrance soon... will you be ok till then?

Bgammax

*Gamma calmly turns his head to to look at Roxas as they walk along*
Maybe later, this is kinda a bad timeI don't mind explaining what I know, but there are more important things to handle. I'll see you around.

Dahlia

I just hope everything will be ok by the time were out...

Roxas-

Yeah of course, getting her to a hospital is the important thing here after all. I'm not letting somebody get permanent damage just because she claims to be fine.

Dahlia

Yeah, shes clearly in pain and denying it is just gonna make it worse... if only we had a clinic that we could take her to.

Shiza_Salad

*Appears*

Or demon magic?

Dahlia

I already proved magic wont fix her bones... but go ahead and try.

Shiza_Salad

Nah. If an actual healing spell won't work, then mine won't either. I wasn't going to do it anyway, you know, cause of the Satan thing. You were at Leblanc, right?

Dahlia

Yeah... i know...

Dahlia

We should get her out as soon as we can though... geez just how far did we go?

Shiza_Salad

Uh...not that far, I think. Fuck it, I'll make a portal.

Dahlia

Thanks...

Shiza_Salad

OOC: To be honest, it's three in the morning for me, so g'night.

Shiza_Salad

It'll be risky for my well being, but here.

*Conjures a portal*

There you go m'lady.

Dahlia

Thanks again... *she heads out and tries not to hurt her along the way*

Shiza_Salad

OOC: Aaand...scene. The end. Yay.