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A Peaceful Shrine
*A dog is curled up in front of a donation box. A gentle breeze ruffles the nearby trees, sending leaves onto the walkway.*
Huh, a shrine.... it feels almost normal here.
*The twins run up to Koromaru to pet him*
Both: Puppy!
*The shiba inu stands up at the sound of footsteps and eagerly greets the guests, panting happily as he is pet*
*Aitome walks up to the shrine and admires the beauty before looking around

I feel at peace, what a calming area.
Hey koro! How are you doing?
*looks to Aitome* Oh, hey there. Yeah... when you get far enough away from the chaos this place starts to look normal again.

Maria tells me eventually all the chaos will go away. I hope it's soon.
Woof! *Koromaru pads over to Dahlia, then New Guy, then wanders around because of the confusion of so many people to greet*
Hey there Black Mask, it really does feel nice, being able to step away from everything, I've been avoiding the chaos recently, something tells me that I should return however, its a strange feeling.

To be perfectly honest, this will never end, we can only make the best out of it,
*leans down and pats Koromaru*

I believe that it'll end. I mean.... it's not like the Nexus itself is evil.
*pets koro to try and calm him down* so how are you doing?
*Koromaru licks the hand of the lady now known as "Black Mask." He tilts his head at the Nexus part, but the significance flies over his head*
A dog? Hmm, oh wait, I remember reading about this, back in the Shadow Ops, your Koromaru-chan aren't you? Your a pretty good boy you know, saving the world as a dog.

*Aitome then pets the dog along side Black Mask while he speaks

That would be nice, we just have to work towards that goal right? Can't be too hard.

*The Twins look at Migrant in confusion*
Braza: Black Mask?
Irona: You don't wear a mask though.
Both: Wierd
Arf! *Koromaru wags his tail at Dahlia. He paws the ground happily at New Guy's praise* Arf arf!
Oh this is Koromaru-chan? He's not just a good dog, he's the best dog.
Thats migrant, i just call her miggy though... shes a nice person to be around...
Woof! *Koromaru greets "Migrant" with an excited bark and a small hop*
Oh, thats right, you don't wear a Black Mask any more, that's going to be confusing to other people, uh, I still can't remember your name though...

I mean, its kinda hard to say which dogs better when this one has a persona, and can kill shadows with ease, he'll be good to have around at least.
Both: Right. Hi Miss Miggy.
Heh.... hi literally everyone.

And yeah, it's not really black anymore. Funny how getting a new persona can do that.
*At the word "Persona", Koromaru sniffs Migrant.* Woof?
*ratatoskr comes in to properly greet koromaru, by holding out its paw*
I mean I can't even remember your actual name, its like Headache right? Something along those lines? I think Black Mask fits better though,

*Aitome then notices the twins

Oh, hey there the Names Aitome Korichi, are you 2 new?
Huh? Oh, that's right, you have one of those too, don't you?
*Koromaru starts barking again, leaping up towards the squirrel... but whines and settles down after a moment*
"Sorry if i surprised you earlier. I am ratatoskr. Its nice to meet you."
Arf! *Koromaru still practically vibrates with excitement, but greets the Persona anyway*
*Vines grab the twins and pull them into a portal*
Both: Oh No. We've been found.
*ratatoskr giggles as i kneel down to talk to koromaru* you're not the only person i know that has that kinda power, you know?
Aroo? *Koromaru is confused, but leaps towards the portal in case he needs to help the Twins*
Hm? What's going on? A portal?

*Aitome pulls out a shortsword and stands at the ready
Wait! Koro! *jumps in the portal after him*
*Rose closes the portal*
They'll be fine, don't worry.
*bumps into rose as shes jumping* oof! Sorry about that...
*Koromaru flops to the ground where the portal once was. He looks up at Dark Lady* Arf?
No problem. Sorry about the sudden removal of those two. Sam really needs to close his damn portals.
Okay, and who would you be? I don't really to fight but I will if your hurting someone

*Aitome bursts into blue flames as he dons his theif outfit
Well so much for peace...
I dont think i introduced myself yet. Im dahlia. Nice to meet you.
Rose. I believe you've met my brother.
Gin, right? Hes a good friend of mine. Nice to finally see you in person, rose. *joyful tears start running as i hold out my hand*
*Koromaru pads up to Rose, sniffing her. She smells similar to a scent from Leblanc. She doesn't seem bad.* Woof!
*Rose nods, shaking Dahlia's hand*
Dahlia, correct? Nice to meet you in person too.
ooc: gotta go

ic: *With his greetings done, the dog curls up by the offering box*
Sorry if im getting abit teary-eyed, its just... *while using another hand to wipe the tears* my mother was also named rose...
Oh, I see. Sorry.
*Rose grows and picks a black rose from her dress*
Here. A gift.
Dont worry, shes still alive. But thanks for offering anyway... *takes the rose*
Well, I have to talk to the kids. See you later, Dahlia
*Rose bows her head and vanishes through a portal*
Bye rose. Fare thee well.
*Kuu walks into the area whistling. He walks towards Koromaru, but decides not to bother the dog and instead walks around the shrine*
*He kneels down and pets Koromaru*

Hi there friend!

Aww your so fluffy and cute.
*He then drops a few donations in the box*
*Kuu soon notices Ryoji and joyfully skips over to him*

Hey scarf-guy. Do you come here often? I mean.... I've never seen a place like this so I just kinda came around to expllore it.
*A mysterious wellspring of DARKNESS appears and a mysterious person in a Black Coat appears. Surveying the area for a moment, he begins to walk over to Kuu.*
This is actually my first time here.

*He continues to rub Korormaru's head*

I just came to see the dog that belonged to this old group I used to see.

He is so cute and fluffy.
*Kuu doesn't notice the mysterious stranger as he looks at Ryoji*

So.... This is a cool new thing for both of us!! Is the dog friendly? I mean... You said you've seen him before. Were you friends with those other guys?
Wow I guess this is!

*He stands back up and chuckles*

Never really thought of coming here as something cool.

But I like your attitude kid!

*His chuckles soon stop*

Yeah this dog is pretty friendly even if we might not be friends anymore.
*Eventually the stranger reaches Kuu and stops.*

Hello there, young boy.

*He speaks with an air of nobility, and a bit of an accent.*

You seem like you're a fan of music, are you not?
*Kuu looks at Ryoji with concern*

Awww... I'm sure the dog'll be your friend again if you're nice. Most doggies are nice after all. For what its worth. I'll be your fri-

*Kuu's ears perk up when the stranger speaks to him*

OH! YES!! I practice my singing all the time!! W.... Why do you ask?
Well, I'm helping organize a little event...

*The figure extends an arm and flips the hand over, revealing a rather elaborate invitation. Which he then hands to Kuu.*

Just a concert is all, feel free to tell all your friends about it.
*He looks at Koromaru and then begins to walk away*

Yeah I hope he forgives me.

Bye.

*He leaves*
*Kuu doesn't read the invitation, instead attempting to fold it enough to put in his pocket*
I'll be there mister cloak guy.... Oh, and speaking of friends.

*Kuu then runs after Ryoji*
Hey. Do you listen to music? I think it would be cool if you wanna come with me to this event thing.
*Satisfied that the invitation has been handed out, the figure turns back to the wellspring of DARKNESS and departs....*

*If Kuu reads the invitation, it's for a concert organized by one Itsuki Aoi and headlined by one Migrant...*
*arrives and sits down*
*Sits next to him* hey reaper...
*Koromaru yawns and stretches, finally done with his nap*
*notices Dahlia* Do you realize what this torture done with me....
Oh, hey koro. Feeling better after that nap?
I know... and i know it will be hard to get rid of... wanna try living peacefully? You know, if only for a few days?
*Kuu slowly walks back, head down, before he notices Koromaru and runs over to him, smiling*

Hey doggy. I met a friend of yours earlier. He sounded kinda worried though. But you're a friendly doggy, right?
I can't live peacefully....
*Koromaru wags his tail at Dahlia, but his good mood fades when he notices Sad Person. He doesn't know what happened, but Sad Person is upset. He whines and bumps his head against the person's leg*
Reaper... *she has a sad look on her face* your not gonna go after anyone anymore though... right?
*Koromaru wags his tail at the Child. Maybe Child could cheer everyone up.*
I have to protect everyone....
Everyone feels safe now... because you're always there for us... *hugs him* thanks reaper...
*Kuu looks at Koromaru, puzzled*
Do you want a treat or something puppy? Oh, no.... You want me to do a trick!!! I don't know many tricks, but I can try singing for you. Its a bit weird, but I like this one
*Kuu clears his throat before he begins to Yodel*
What about you? The kids you know..
They're not comiing yet... but i think they might soon... *looks at kuu with a smile* that was a nice song, there.
Maybe...
*Koromaru howls along. Every so often, he pauses, looking at Dahlia and Sad Guy. Music always cheered his friends up. Maybe this would help.*
*Kuu blushes and looks at Dahlia*
T.... Thanks blonde lady. I practice a lot. Oh!! Have you seen labcoat guy? He's been helping me with my singing.
A guy with a lobcoat? Does he have a brighter shade of blonde hair than me?
Sam
Someone call.
*A wild Sam appeared.*
No.. Labcoat guy's hair is white. He's also got gl-

*Kuu looks up upon Sam's arrival*
Oh... You're that guy with the weird arm thing.... Hmmmm..... Blonde Guy. You're blonde guy.
I see. Thanks for telling me. I havent seen any white haired people in a labcoat though... sorry.
Sam
Hey, kid. How's it going? Also, Dahlia, that was a good show.
*bumps into Dahlia* Oh excuse me!
*Koromaru runs up to Sam and tries to sniff his arm* Arf?
*Kuu giggles a little at all the attention*
Silly blonde-lady. I'm not looking for labcoat-guy, he's probably very busy. I'm mostly just waiting for him. He's got something really cool to show me. Or at least, he will. And the best part is he said I can help him with it!!
Oh... sorry about that. I wasnt looking where i was going.
You look kinda familiar miss...
I guess i would. I dont think i introduced myself yet. Im dahlia, and you are?
My name is Isaac.
Nice to meet you, isaac. *holds out her hand*
Sam
Oh hey. The persona dog.
*shakes her hand and thinks* (This touch)
Arf arf! *Koromaru sits down in front of Sam.*
*points to reaper* thats reaper... *then to koromaru* and thats koromaru, or koro for short.
Reaper.... (he looks like dad)
Whats wrong? Is something the matter? If there's something wrong, ill always be there for you. Thats what friends are for, after all...
Sam
Isaac, eh? You're not blind are you?
(Is this mom? She looks very young... maybe this is the past)
I'm not blind.
Say, isaac? You wouldnt happen to have a sister named lilac, would you?
Sam
Very good.
Actually i do have one.
Wait a sec... *whispers to reaper* could he be?
*looks at Dahlia* Sorry i wasn't listening...
*whispers* i think hes our future son, reaper...
*Koromaru looks around at everyone, still panting happily*
*whispers* Yeah you might be right.
*suddenly appears on the roof of the shrine* ahh...a nice place to rest while I wait for customers to show up my Shrine and Forge.
How about we go to leblanc?
Sure why not...
Are you gonna come, reaper?
*Koromaru looks up at Roof Girl with both front paws on the offering box.* Arf arf!
I come later....
Ok. Come on isaac, lets go! *rushes ahead to leblanc*
Hmm? Oh, hi there. *Takes out a small bag of yen from her pocket and tosses it into the offering box* from one shrine to another, I guess.
*Koromaru is pleased.

The offering box brings good luck to Star!*
Huh...I feel luckier than usual...*hops off the roof and walks to Koromaru* meh, I've got time to kill...both figuratively and literally. *Pets Koromaru*
Woof! Woof! *Koromaru eagerly accepts the pets, rolling over for the holiest of pets: belly rubs*
*still petting, with the skill and knowledge of someone who's pet many of dogs before...and belly rubs*
*Koromaru is incredibly satisfied with the pets. Your bond with Koromaru deepens...*

*Cue Strength Arcana Social Link or whatever*
*(...huh...been awhile since that's happened...neat) keeps petting because she has nothing else to do at the moment*
*Koromaru soon rolls over and falls asleep.*

ooc: ...mostly cause I'll be running a thread
...huh...*suddenly disappears*
*Mig rolls up on the shrine, in a hoodie and loose sweats.*

Hmm.... peaceful as always...
*He walks in a nearby by street looking around curiously at the shrine* Huh this place seems nice, never seen something like it.

*He spots Mig and waves at her*
Oh Mig how's it going? *He grins* I don't think I've really talked with you in a while right?
Mmm... not since that night at GYM, no.

And... well it's been a weird 24 hours, that much is for sure....
Weird how Mig? *He smiles* I've definitely had an interesting morning myself but that tone says it's not really a good thing for you.
I think I managed to anger Kuu last night....

*she rubs the spot where Kuu had slapped her*

He thinks I should focus more on singing, and making people happy... but there's just something preventing me from doing that.
*Walks up to the shrine*
... *he sighs* Yeah I was afraid of that, I mean I don't think you should focus on that unless you feel like it but no you wouldn't be able to...

*He growls* Tch even I'm not quite sure what's messing around with your heart but it is that's certain. I kinda noticed last night but well I hoped it wasn't too bad. *He looks up at and forces a smile* Ah well no big deal, we can take of this somehow right?
Take care of it...?

I don't even know how you'd take care of something like this.... but....

*sighs and looks at Lilac and the Shrine*

I do wish it would just go away. Not just for my sake, but Maria's as well. I must be taking the cake for worst mother so far. Not to mention I can't even seem to sing straight with all this lingering over me.
*is behind lilac* hey guys!
Hmm well... *He rubs the back of his head* Therefore one thing I might be able to do for a better understanding of the issue? *He looks nervous* Uh Keyblades can take people's hearts out and put them back in. Not really sure if you'd want me trying though.
*sits down*
A better understanding? How so?

I mean if you think it'd work I'd gladly take the chance..... I mean, I do trust you. I think the Clock Tower proved that much.
*sits next to lilac* so... hows it going?
Arch escaped....
*sigh* i expected as much... didnt see him back at the attic...
Don't worry he get his ass kicked in the future!
*A light flashes as Oathkeeper Appears in his right hand* Well it's been a while but I definitely remember how this works... Let's just hope it's worth it.

*Darkness covers his Keyblade as he points it her and a beam of it flies forth causing a glowing red Heart to fly into his left hand... As his Keyblade vanishes and he walks over to grab her before she falls to the ground*

Whelp let's see what all we got here. *He begins examining the Heart closely trying to figure out any magic that might be affecting it*
*with a miscevious grin* good to hear...
You should go help Isaac. I stay here.
Hm? *gets a text from bona telling to come to help shiza asap* oh dear. Looks like i gotta go.
Ill be back soon.
Good luck.
Thanks. *suddenly gets teleported back to caesars location*
*The heart is.... pure, strong. Nurtured by bonds, harboring two Persona. It even has a notable Performa attached to it. There are indeed many darknesses within the Nexus that would enjoy that heart.*

*But the more notable change is not the one Roxas is observing. Migrant's eyes glaze over red, as her head turns to look toward a random tree. It was indeed a little odd, so tall and so close to the others....*

*But to Mig.... or rather, whatever was controlling Mig now, it must have been truly offensive. With an extension of an arm, a wave of mysterious distortion appears in front of her. And with a twist of her hand into a fist, that distortion flies at the tree.... utterly disintegrating it on contact....*
*The twins walk into the area*
Both: Woah. Awesome.
*He stares at where the tree was in shock before setting her Heart back in place as quickly as possible*

Holy crap Migrant are you okay!? *He looks at her clearly scared*
*The red eyes vanish immediately!*

Huh? Okay? Yeah, why....?
Braza: You destroyed that tree, Miss Miggy
Irona: Do it again! Do it again!
*He points to where the tree once stood* You just got possessed and nothingness some tree out of existing, your eyes were glowing red.

*His face shows concern... And curiosity* I've never seen a reaction like this to someone losing their Heart... Almost as though you have another in there.
A-another....?

But how would that work?
*He rubs his chin in thought* Could be akin the relationship between Sora and I when I was actually part of him? Hmm two Hearts in one body, I definitely know that's possible... Question being can and should we remove that other Heart?
*The twins lean their heads to opposite sides in confusion*
Both: Confused...
*He laughs*
Yeah my life is pretty strange kids, hey who are two anyways?
Remove it?

Well I don't even know what it is.... besides it tells me to keep fighting things and protect this, protect that.

Weirdly this place seems to make that urge... less.
*His face darkens* That just means it's controlling you... I'm all for getting whatever help I can but I if it's just because something in your head is making you fight then I'll stop that however I can!
Irona: Miss Miggy is possessed by a demon?
Braza: She's going to become mean...
You will?

You're honestly way too nice.

*You sense Roxas' concern, blah blah blah.*

So.... how do you think this could be fixed?
*He sighs* Well Keyblades can remove pretty much anything... *He chuckles a bit* Hell they can even affect digital programs come to think of it, but there's no telling what that would do once it's gone from you... Maybe we could find a way to negotiate?
Negotiate? Really?

Well I mean I guess it's worth a try... just no motorcycle noises. That's Tatsuya's job.
Both: Can we help?
*He laughs*
Yeah that definitely sounds like something he'd do, *his face turns to a smirk* Guy is always riding that thing around.
So.... how would this work exactly?
*He looks lost in thought for a few minutes*
I could probably rip it out with the Keyblade... Your heart is in the way but that's not totally impossible to deal with. Either I pull it out again.

*His eye light up with an idea*

Or maybe you just need to go inside your heart, I'm not entirely sure how one does that on purpose but I know it can be done.
I don't think that one would work.... if it's like you say then it isn't like a shadow that can be accepted.
Maybe... Would we be better taking it out or killing it while it's inside your heart? Either is probably possible but I don't really know which to use. *He looks down*
*The twins look between Roxas and Migrant*
Braza: We don't quite understand...
Irona: But it seems like trouble
Both: We still want to help.
*He looks over at them*
Well I'm not totally sure what my plan is yet but I'll take what help I can get... *He looks at them curiously* Aren't you a little young for this kinda thing though?
Hmm.... that sounds more dangerous to keep it in if you want to kill it. I'd rather either I be taken out or it be.

*of course taking Mig out would carry another risk...*
Braza: We can fight.
Irona: We're not weak.
Both: Don't look down on us just because we're kids.
Heh Alright then you two.

*He turns over to Mig*
Hmm yeah none of our choices really seem great do they? Gah there's gotta be something else we could do right!?
Another option...?

*Hmms on the matter before looking over at the offering box and rubbing her cheek....*

Roxas, would you say this is like.... possession?
I mean it's not that far off most likely yeah... Why do you ask?
P-p-possession you say?

*Aitome then approaches the group, sword in hand, slightly shaking with a cold sweat

Wh-whats going on Black Mask..?
Well I was just reminded of Kuu suddenly.

*looks at the clearly stressed out Aitome*

Geeze, are you okay...?
Kuu? *He looks bewildered* What's that kid got to do with anything Mig?
Oh that's right, you weren't there.

You know that jerk Gamma? He actually used to be possessed by Kuu. Kinda like Mammon and Delta.

But then they made Kuu his own body and now he's this totally peaceful singer.
Braza: Coup?
Irona: Isn't that a revolt?
N-n-no I'm not okay.. me and possession go all the way back... and I don't like it... even Tormention is a little freaky when he takes over...

*Aitome then sheathes his blade before taking a few deep breaths,

So I over heard you guys talking, something about hearts?
*He nods at Aitome and sums up the prior conversation*
Kuu was a possesion? Strange, didn't know that about the kid,

*Aitome then scratches his head before responding

Well this could go very badly, or very well, for starters if we take the few cases of possesion that we have, the effects of removal could have anywhere from a physical change, all the way to a psyche change, like...

*Aitome then shudders thinking back

Like.. with my rouge persona, it could be more attuned with you than you might think, if we remove it a fair part of your personality might go as well.
Well I mean Roxas already tried taking my heart out and it went fine. So we seem pretty seperate. This isn't like fighting my shadow, which is what removing a Persona is like...
Yeah, definitely very separate, more so than even a nobody and the person they came from is my guess... *He sighs* Of course the real problem is that we'd be fighting it in your body, *he grimaces* I guess we could try moving you to another body but is that even remotely safe?
I mean... Kuu did that....

So there must be some way, but.... you're right it could be dangerous.... not just to me, either.
Ugh, another rouge possession is the last thing I want right now, that reminds me...

*Aitome checks his pockets and finds a card, looking at it before returning it to his pocket,

Hmm, what can we do...
I'm not worried about whatever is using you as a puppet Mig, *he clenches his fist* On the other hand it might go on a rampage without you holding it back...
Then.... We'd need to fight it...

*seemed very much sad about that*
If it tries to hurt people there's no other choice yeah... *He sighs sadly* I'm not too keen on fighting it either really, but if it'll help you then I'll put that aside.
It would... Though first things first, we'd need a... Vessel.... For me.

*there may be more Mig would need to do, but she isn't saying it *
Well we should be careful not to release it before we are ready then, you did say this shrine made you feel at peace right? Maybe some meditation could help you feel better, it helps me at the very least.
*He looks at Mig curiously*
I'm pretty sure there's more to it... If you don't want to share though I understand.
*just smiles at Roxas*

So yeah, have to ask Kuu about that.
*walks back to the bench lilac was sitting on* sorry to keep you waiting...
Don't worry mom *smiles*
One crazy thing just kept happening after another... i feel like i need a break...
Just relax...
*sigh* kinda hard to do that when everythings going nuts...
You get used to it.
Ha... yeah you do... that reminds me... i keep seeing people from video games that people living here like... who do you think might show up next?
I don't know.... i still can't believe i am talking to my teen mom. *laughs*
*laughs with her* im still surprised that im talking to my future son and daughter...
We both gained immortality....
Reaper did say it was a possibility...
How did you meet him? I heard this story so many times but i still want to hear it.
Well it started when i first went to leblanc...i was really shy back then, and was wanting to make some friends. Thats when i met reaper. He always seemed very protective of people he cares about, kinda like me...
*smiles* Continue.
We spent many days together, on many adventures... then one night, when reaper wanted to leave, i hugged him saying "no." I didnt want him to leave for another extended period of time... and that when we realized we liked each other more then being just good friends....
Love is a great thing huh?
Yeah... anyway... im starting to get tired. I hope you dont mind if i take a... *falls asleep*
*puts a blanket on her* Good night mom....
*yawns as she wakes up* i was only gonna take a nap... why dont we go back to leblanc?
Let's go!
Ok. *leads the way*
*walks up to the shrine*
*A girl in black with red hair and eyes, sits in a tree overlooking the shrine, staring at Issac
*Notices the girl that stares at him* Uh hello there.
Hehe, who would you be? Your new!

*the girl swings he legs aa she giggles to herself softly

I wonder when they will show up!
My name is Isaac.
Issac huh? Well then why are you here? You seem lonely! Hehehe.
What does a pretty girl doing at the shrine? *looks curious*
*the girl frowns as she points a finger next to a patch of grass near Issac, she raises it like shooting a gun while mouthing "bang", the grass then spontaneously combusts

Say a stupid comment like that again and next time ill shoot you! Hehehe.
Try it. I'm immortal. Look i just said that you are pretty.
Like I care, I dont have time to waste with the likes of you, im simply tracking a person, have you seen a person that wears a blue suit, pale hair and eyes, name is Aitome Korichi by any chance?

*The girl seems disinterested and fiddles around with a ball of sorts
The likes like me? Give me a break what are you then.
You should mind your own business, just answer the question and ill get out of your hair, honestly this is sooo boring.

*the girl summons a ball of fire and tosses it into the air before catching it again, playing catch with herself
You act like it's boring.
It is! I just wanna fight, and this person promised me a fight! So ill ask again! Have you seen Aitome Korichi?
He will not come.
So you do know him! And don't you worry your pretty little head about the details! I know he'll come! Cause I have this!

*the girl pulls out the ball again and plays around with it

Its pretty precious to him! But you don't need to know why!

*the girl then puts away the ball as she lies down on the branch, with a smug smile
*looks at her*
*Walks up to the shrine, tired* Hello?
Rom you should go away now!
*Back up to a reasonable distance* Am I allowed to ask why?
Another person! Hey there! How are you? Doing badly I hope? Great!

*The girl giggles to herself
*whispers to Rom* This chick is crazy
No, I've been great! *walks away with a skip in his step*
*Stands in her way*
Aw come on! I just wanna chat! I wouldn't hurt you!
*A young man approaches the shrine, he looks around a bit before noticing Korumi and the others, he calmly approaches them*
Excuse me, I was passing by and noticed a commotion. Are any of you familiar with someone who is said to frequent this shrine?
Stop!
Depends on who labcoat, I know alot of people that go here! Tell me who your looking for!

*The girl swings her legs back and forth, waiting for a response
*Hibki walks up and puts some money in the donation box before walking up to the others* What's going on here?
*Whispers to Hibki and puts up his guard* Be careful...
*The young man adjusts his glasses before looking at Korumi seriously*
Very well, I was told to look for a "Migrant" for information regarding... Certain rumors and afterwards directed to this shrine. Is that name familiar for you?
Calm down. I swear everyone is just looking for a chance to pull our weapons. Nothing seems wrong with the situation.
Nothing much! Just talking and passing time!
Just sayin'...
Hehe Mig? She's a very good friend of mine! She helped me out sometime and I never got to repay her! If my info is right she hangs around here alot now, you should be able to catch her here eventually!
*He walks into the shrine and looks at the gathered group*
Alright what's going on out here? We got Kei frigging Nanjo, a rouge Persona, Hibki, Rom, some guy I don't know, there anyone else I'm missing?

*He sighs and mutters* Can't go anywhere at all without something happening can I? Wanted to just visit a shrine but no there needed to be this.
*Kei adjusts his glasses before adressing the others*
It seems people are rather on-edge lately. I expect you to at least respect a shrine enough not to start anything here. It is considered sacred by many after all.
*Kei then looks back at Korumi*
Would you be willing to describe her for me? It would be much easier than simply asking every girl I see about them.
*A dog runs up to everyone* Woof! *He gives them all a look that says "no fighting" before yawning and sitting down to scratch his ear*
Oh! Tatsuya! Just the person I wanted to see! How have you been doing! Is Lux okay? Hopefully he ain't doing so well! What brings you here anyways?
I don't know. Honestly it seems like a normal conversation, then again I just got here.
Describe her? I suppose she has black hair, wears black, self depressing, she's an idol now apparently? She doesn't really stand out.
*Kei raises an eyebrow as he turns to Tatsuya*
Why I suppose its not unhearable for you to know of me. Now, if I may ask, who are you supposed to....
*Kei overhears Kuromi's remark*
Tatsuya? That wouldn't happen to be Tatsuya Suou, would it? I was told you knew quite a bit about certain.... Rumors I've heard lately.
I'm assuming most just stumbled into the situation... *Notices Koromaru* Koromaru! Nice to see you again! *Pets Koro*
Arf! *Koro closes his eyes as his head is rubbed, tilting it to the side to get an ear scratch. His strange collar becomes more noticable with the shift in shibe fur*
*Hibki notices the dog and runs over to him, forgetting about the conversation* Aww how cute, do you watch this place?
*He glances at Kei and smirks* Eh you looking for Mig Kei? She's got about shoulder length black hair, green eyes, wears a red scarf and black clothes. Heck you need with her Mr Number one guy in Japan?

*He turns over to Korumi and raises an eyebrow*
Why on earth do you want to see me? Last I looked you weren't fond of anyone who's a friend of Aitome, and beyond that I'm here because I just felt like visiting a shrine.

*He sighs after realizing Kei doesn't know him*
Dammit here I was hoping we'd already met, yeah I'm Tatsuya Suou local hunter of all things supernatural. Long story short time is kinda odd here so it's no surprise you seem to be from what I'd call the past.

Arf arf arf! *Koromaru wags his tail at Hibki. He curls up by the donation box and yawns.*
*He puts some money in the box before attempting to pet Koromaru, however he loses his balance while crouching and falls on his face* Ow!
Hrrn? *Koromaru blinks sleepily. It takes a second for him to realize what happened. He nudges Hibki with his muzzle*
Sigh, edgy as ever, I can at least pretend to like you, you know? Treat people with good manners before you kill em isn't that right? At any rate have this!

*Korumi then throws a card directly at Tatsuya, the outside is blood red and it seems to be tainted in a liquid, ichor in color,

I've decided that we will have a fight tonight, if you dont stop me, ill simply destroy this

*Korumi then pulls out a ball, there are images playing in it, blurry, but still there
*Hibki gets up patting the dog on the head* I'm fine, just a little clumsy. *He chuckles at his own stupidity*
*Kei simply stares at Tatsuya for a moment before he responds*
I have most certainly never met you before. I was informed that either you or Migrant would have more information on a few reports regarding "monster sightings" recently. From what I have gathered so far it seems demons are able to appear in our world for unknown reasons, however I am no longer sure you are a reliable source.
*Koromaru wags his tail... then promptly falls asleep. Sleep tight, pupper.*
*He looks at Kei dryly*
Yes I already said you haven't, like I said Nanjo-san time doesn't make much sense in this place... You haven't had anyone explain where exactly you are yet have you?
Heh, silly dog. Good night. *Hibki gets up and turns to Kei.* I can tell you a few things about the demons this week.
*Kei seems annoyed as he responds*
I'm fairly certain I don't need anyone to tell me I'm in Tokyo. Though admittedly I have met someone who I needed to remind of that fact. You expect me to believe I'm in some sort of time-altering world?
That's right Nanjo! Your in a vortex of time! It sucks in people and places and spits them out here! Welcome to the Nexus!
*suddenly appears* not just time, but space as well. Blame the ultimate force of evil yadda yadda Succoth.
*He smirks*
Not entirely wrong yeah, it would be more apt however to say that Tokyo itself is in a time and space altering world, what you haven't wondered where people with all kinds of strange powers that aren't Personas or Demon Summoning came from? There's a whole lot of universes out there Nanjo-san and this place is dragging in parts of them all.
*Kei looks at the three, clearly unamused*
I don't know what joke you're trying to pull, so far most of the people I've seen are fairly normal. I was simply looking into rumors that may be connected to demons, and I find a bunch of youths who want me to believe in some story? Who do you people think I am?
I don't know. But what I do know is that I'm probably one of the best people if you're talking about demons. I am, after all, the creator and leader of the Mementos Exploration Squadron...which is should probably change the name of, considering Mementos isn't acting up much anymore.
I have no idea who you are! But I know one thing! Your an utter idiot! Hehehehe

*Korumi then giggles to herself smugly,
Well, If there are some things you need to know about demons, I can also help ...After all, I've worked with the Demon Summoning Program for years...
*He laughs*
Youths? I mean those two look the part sure but I'm not exactly young here. *On looking closer one would notice the lines on Tatsuya's face and a few rather old scars* Tatsuya Suou age 40. Not exactly sure where you got the idea I'm some spring chicken.

OOC: Tatsu is much older than his pic, I just can't find anything for it. But yeah he's the age he'd be by P5 considering when 2 happened... Give or take a couple.
I use a demon summoning program to fight, don't know much else about mine though. It seems different than a normal COMP.
*Kei sighs and looks at the group, particularly Star and Kuro*
Oh yes, of course you are. Now then, if you children would stop wasting my time with your stories I'm actually quite busy. I'll simply look elsewhere.
*Kei begins to head back towards the city*

OOC: Kei is in the habit of calling people "shounen" or "young lad" even if they're older than him.
OOC: One of these days I'll get around to P1, one of them.

*He laughs and shakes his head*
Same old Kei it seems, heh I'm sure he'll come around eventually though. Guy may be prideful but he isn't stupid.
OOC:Kei is Nate in the PS1 version right? That's the only version of P1 I've played
OOC: Yup
Sigh, how boring, at any rate Tatsuya ill be waiting! Invite whoever you want to join you,

*Korumi then gets an evils smirk on her face

You'll need it! Hehehehe! Seeya! Really don't wanna be yah!

*Korumi then drops from the tree and pulls out a phone, pressing a few buttons before turning purple and distorting away
...I don't like him very much...why does it seem like every week there's a new dick in the Nexus?
*Walks into the shrine curiously, looking around*

A new place...

*Chooses to climb up on the jungle gym and sit down*
Kei is actually a good guy once you get to know him some more Star... He's also highly suspect of anything supernatural so it's no shock he doesn't believe us.
Hey, things could be worse. I remember one day I helped deal with a villain from a cancelled Disney show star.
Well then...huh...but seriously, I'm sixty five years old in human years. I'm not young, damnit.
*Shinjiro walks by the shrine and notices how familiar it is, he walks up and starts to reminisce*

Reminds me of those times, I should really let go...
...?

*Leaps down from the top of the jungle gym, balancing herself so she doesn't fall over. She approaches Shinjiro from the side and waves*

Hi Shinjiro-san!
Oh, hey kid, what are you doing here? Not a lot of people go to shrines like this

*Shinji then walks over to Akari, hands in his pockets, but he does have a small smile on his face
I never saw this place before. I found it, so I came to look. It's what I like to do. *Smiles*

Did you come here for a reason, Shinjiro-san?
Kinda, this shrine reminds me of my friends, and the things we did together, and him...

*Shinjiro frowns for a second before returning to a smile*

Still, I shouldn't be sad when your around, you should be happy, so I got you this, I hope its alright.

*Shinji then pulls out a black box and gives it to Akari*

It's not much but its the least I could do.