Maidens of the Kaleidoscope
~Beyond the Border~ => Rumia's Party Games => Topic started by: Neovereign on February 04, 2022, 07:59:52 AM
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> It's been long enough. Let's get this started already.
> Please choose a Touhou Character.
> Example: Sanae Kochiya. Wind Priestess of the Moriya Shrine. In the past, you moved to Gensokyo with your shrine's goddesses, Kanako Yasaka and Suwako Moriya, due to a dwindling supply of faith in the outside world. Shortly after the move, you met your rival, Reimu Hakurei. Despite an initially rough start, you've become a friend of hers and your shrine had found it's place in Gensokyo back then.
> Capable of Performing Miracles.
>_
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> Aya Shameimaru! She has somehow managed to avoid never having a named quest on any iteration of this website.
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>Sekibanki.
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> Aya Shameimaru! She has somehow managed to avoid never having a named quest on any iteration of this website.
>Sekibanki.
> Aya Shameimaru. Pure and Honest Reporter of Fantasy. The fastest girl in Gensokyo and an extremely capable combatant. A Crow Tengu working as a reporter with her own newspaper.
> Sekibanki. Purely Stiff-Necked Rokurokubi. A youkai who doesn't often stick her neck into others business, but still has her head in the clouds when comparing herself to them. Despite being among others most often, she's crowned as the most antisocial of the grassroots youkai network at times.
//ah, a tie with still no break yet. Wonderful.
>_
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>Sekibanki
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> Fastest person in Gensokyo (according to Aya of course...)
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>Sekibanki
> Fastest person in Gensokyo (according to Aya of course...)
> still tied
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> The one whose influence remains.
> "Her".
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> The one who's influence remains.
> "Her".
//A fifth vote but still tied. Not really much other players interested, so we'll make do. At least the votes will all matter.
> You are Shameimaru Aya. Gensokyo has been strange lately. You're not sure what it as, but something's wrong. You feel like you need to move quickly for it, but having no leads didn't help...
> You stand at a high point in Youkai Mountain. Well, still lower than the Moriya Shrine but...
> You are Sekibanki. You've already been introduced. Aside from a bit of a weird feeling, nothing's different in the human village, and you don't really care much.
>_
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Both:
>Check chest for usual growths. (Assuming appropriate surroundings.)
>Inventory.
>Relationships.
Aya:
>Wrong how so?
Seki:
>When we make replicas of our head, can we see through them or are they more like drones where we can direct them but otherwise gain no sensory input from them?
>When was the last time we met with the Grassroots Youkai Network?
>How is the GYN structured? Do we have a leader, per say, or is it more of a collective? If the former, do we know who?
>What kind of weird feeling?
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Seki:
>What is our motivation for getting out of bed?
>How old are we?
>How do we make a living?
>Do we know someone named Adelind?
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Both:
>Check chest for usual growths. (Assuming appropriate surroundings.)
>Inventory.
>Relationships.
Aya:
>Wrong how so?
Seki:
>When we make replicas of our head, can we see through them or are they more like drones where we can direct them but otherwise gain no sensory input from them?
>When was the last time we met with the Grassroots Youkai Network?
>How is the GYN structured? Do we have a leader, per say, or is it more of a collective? If the former, do we know who?
>What kind of weird feeling?
Seki:
>What is our motivation for getting out of bed?
>How old are we?
>How do we make a living?
>Do we know someone named Adelind?
Aya:
> You don't have anything unusual on you. Notebook. A Tengu fan. The usual.
> You don't have many friends. You could think of Hatate as one, since she isn't too directly against you. And you think Momiji prefers you over having to interact with other tengu, at least.
> Things just feel off. The wind feels different. Wrong.
Seki:
> You don't carry anything on you usually.
> The only people you know much are Kagerou and Wakasagihime. You believe that the school history teacher at the human village is similar to Kagerou, but since no one seems to mention it, you don't either.
> You can see through your extra heads.
> You don't recall. It's not as though you keep a calendar of it.
> You don't pay attention to it. The communication helps keep you out of annoying things like an incident.
> It feels like something's wrong with everyone and everything else but yourself. Well, some of yourself too. But you're not nihilistic, so you're trying to ignore such an idea.
> One good motivation to get you up is that the people that know you will bother you if you stay in too long.
> You're a youkai. No one really cares much after you're old enough to drink. At least you think such. You're probably not as old as some of the fairies...
> You don't. You get by.
> You've never heard anyone by that name.
>_
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Aya:
>How much film does our camera have? If it doesn't use film, do we have any limitations on the number of photos we can take?
>Do we know our top airspeed velocity?
Seki:
>Do we consider Kagerou and Wakasagihime friends or just fellow GYN members?
>>What have we observed of Kagerou and Wakasagihime's relationship status in the times we've been around both of them?
>What's the last significant thing we've done?
>Are there any places we like to frequent?
>Anything on the agenda yet today?
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Aya:
> Are there things our camera can catch that our eyes cannot see? (and the other way around too)
> Fan our fan in the direction we think the wind should be going, in a half hearted attempt to change the wind's direction...
Sekibanki:
> Do we maintain a bunbunmaru subscription?
> Have we ever gotten that uneasy feeling before?
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Both:
> What time of year is it?
> What time of day is it?
> List all our notable acquaintanceships, including why they're notable. The more details, the better.
> Mentally review recent happenings in our respective home towns, including current social climates. Again, the more details, the better.
> Mentally review the current sociopolitical state of Gensokyo as far as we know it. Include as many major powers/players as we're aware of and how they act toward each other (as well as their true opinions of each other, if those differ from their outward behaviours). As before, the more details, the better.
> Mentally review what we've been doing for the past, say, ten minutes or so.
Seki:
> What is the upper limit, if any, of number of extra heads we can have going at once?
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Aya:
>How much film does our camera have? If it doesn't use film, do we have any limitations on the number of photos we can take?
>Do we know our top airspeed velocity?
Seki:
>Do we consider Kagerou and Wakasagihime friends or just fellow GYN members?
>>What have we observed of Kagerou and Wakasagihime's relationship status in the times we've been around both of them?
>What's the last significant thing we've done?
>Are there any places we like to frequent?
>Anything on the agenda yet today?
Aya:
> Are there things our camera can catch that our eyes cannot see? (and the other way around too)
> Fan our fan in the direction we think the wind should be going, in a half hearted attempt to change the wind's direction...
Sekibanki:
> Do we maintain a bunbunmaru subscription?
> Have we ever gotten that uneasy feeling before?
Both:
> What time of year is it?
> What time of day is it?
> List all our notable acquaintanceships, including why they're notable. The more details, the better.
> Mentally review recent happenings in our respective home towns, including current social climates. Again, the more details, the better.
> Mentally review the current sociopolitical state of Gensokyo as far as we know it. Include as many major powers/players as we're aware of and how they act toward each other (as well as their true opinions of each other, if those differ from their outward behaviours). As before, the more details, the better.
> Mentally review what we've been doing for the past, say, ten minutes or so.
Aya:
> Your camera is practically limitless. Getting a good shot requires some time and focus though.
> You know that you're the fastest~
> You dont believe so.
> You give your fan a light swing.
> a breeze briefly begins, but just as quickly dies down.
> You... Dont know. The sky looks... Plain. You cant tell if its morning or night.
> Hatate is a friend. She calls you her rival, due to challenging your newspaper, but you don't think she takes it seriously. The two of you bump into each other surprisingly often. You believe she'd have your back if you were in deep trouble...
> You think Momiji could be a friend. Again, for the previously mentioned details. She's less friendly than Harare is, though. Not like Hatate's a best buddy or anything.
> Youre not sure ypu can make a major case for the Moriya Shrine residents. But you do bother the non-mountain residents the most out of any Tengu. Such as Rei... Such as the Human Village.
> Theres not much others youre specially acquainted with that other Tengu aren't.
> Nothing unusual has really happened recently... Even now you feel such, deapite the strange sensation.
> Things dont seem to be very hostile to one another. You dont think Gensokyo would last well if they were. There are small jabs, but you suspect that theyre all trying to better Gensokyo anyways, much as you wouldn't wrote that down. The Buddhists and the Taoists are the most notable ones, led by Hijiri Byakuren and Toyosatomimi no Miko respectively. The populace doesn't seem to care too much about the Youkai situation, however. There haven't been many attacks reported outside of incidents. Then there's that Youkai and Tsukumogami group, led by Seija Kijin. Despite seemingly not consisting of any humans, they don't appear aggressive towards them or anything. You haven't found the right time to report more extensively on them.
> You recall just flying outside. Maybe it was in wonder about the odd wind?
Seki:
> They can be friends.
> Its evident that they're closer than friends. You wouldn't call them as annoying as actual lovers in the village, though.
> You dont recall. There hasn't been much going on, in your opinion.
> You're in the Human Village a lot. And around it too. You suppose you also visit Misty Lake sometimes, since Wakasagihime is usually bound there.
> Nothing in particular. Maybe snagging a newspaper if you can find any, but you needn't go out of your way for such. The others will eventually tell of news if theres something happening.
> Yes and No. You do read the newspaper when you have the chance, but you arent subscribed to it. ...no, youre not stealing it. One man's trash is another man's-... Something useful for the network.
> No. You never thought so selfishly before.
> You dont know. But its weird. You should know. Rather, you remember that a full moon was coming up. Of course you have to keep track of that... But now it feels like you cant tell.
> Wakasagihime and Kagerou are most.notable because they always seem to want you around, despite how much more theyd benefit from leaving you behind. Its frequent enough to where you're sure they're not doing it out of pity nor secretly not inviting you either. You somewhat hope that they dont see you as close as a friend as they see each other...
> You suppose you know of some of the Tsukumogami, mainly, the rhythmic ones. They seemed caught up in that incident you were as well. There's also the Prismriver sisters, but you don't know much about them either.
> You haven't seen anything notable to remember. Nor has anyone in the network reported anything.
> As if you would know.
> Brushing up on your knowledge of the people you know and wondering what day it as, apparently.
>_
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Seki:
> What is the upper limit, if any, of number of extra heads we can have going at once?
> What are the functionality details of creating/summoning/whatevering an extra head?
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Aya:
> Who do we usually pester for scoops and news?
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Seki:
>Have any of our duplicate heads ever expressed a deviant personality or are they basically just mindless drones acting purely on our will?
>What is our opinion on Taking it Easy?
>How open are Waka and Kage about their relationship? Is it fully out there or do we just see signs of it stirring underneath their interactions and neither of them admit to it?
>When our head is separated, how does our body operate? Do we intrinsically feel where it is with regards to our head at all times or is it dependent entirely on our head's line of sight to know where it is (as well as any obstacles between it and our head)?
Aya:
>Opinion on Megumu Iizunamaru.
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Seki:
> What is the upper limit, if any, of number of extra heads we can have going at once?
> What are the functionality details of creating/summoning/whatevering an extra head?
Aya:
> Who do we usually pester for scoops and news?
Seki:
>Have any of our duplicate heads ever expressed a deviant personality or are they basically just mindless drones acting purely on our will?
>What is our opinion on Taking it Easy?
>How open are Waka and Kage about their relationship? Is it fully out there or do we just see signs of it stirring underneath their interactions and neither of them admit to it?
>When our head is separated, how does our body operate? Do we intrinsically feel where it is with regards to our head at all times or is it dependent entirely on our head's line of sight to know where it is (as well as any obstacles between it and our head)?
Aya:
>Opinion on Megumu Iizunamaru.
Seki:
> You can manage a few. Too many starts to get to you though. Usually, you shouldn't ever need more than 4. It's not like you fight a lot or go for a ton of reconnaissance.
> As the youkai you are, it's just natural to you.
> They act based on you.
> You prefer to take it easy.
> It's why you don't call them lovers. As far as anyone's concerned, they're really close friends. Whether they openly move further, back, or stay that way is their choice. You don't bother them about it. As long as they don't end up feeling that sort of way to you, at least...
> You believe a normal person would have those sorts of problems if they could separate their head, but you always have a good idea of where your body or head is. Not that one being lost should ever be a problem, as you could always just make a new head and stop using a previous one.
Aya:
> Who don't you usually pester for scoops and news?
> Another of the higher ups. Again, nothing special about you compared to the other Tengu. As for your opinion on her, you don't think too highly. She's not trying to make things better for the lesser Tengu, so you don't care much about her. Just like most of them. Obviously, she doesn't match your speed. There's very few who can even get remotely close to your speed anyways.
>_
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Seki:
>So wait we can just replace our head if it becomes separated in such a way that retrieval is too difficult or impossible?
>>Is our current head our original head?
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Both:
> Aside from the feeling of wrongness, what immediate goals/tasks do we have on our plates? These can be as mundane as "Seki needs to have a meal", as urgent as "Aya's been summoned by Boss Iizunamaru", or anything in between.
Aya:
> Have we ever entertained romantic pursuits?
> Has anyone ever pursued us romantically?
> Are there any other particularly notable tengu in the village beyond Himekaidou, Inubashiri, and Boss Iizunamaru? This can be anyone some-degree-of-close to us, or anyone that's a notable celebrity that we'd be foolish to not keep tabs on, or all sorts of other types.
Seki:
> What are the space and distance limitations, if any, we have on summoning heads?
> Why are more than four heads "too many"? Does maintaining a lot of heads drain our energy? Do the abundance of perspectives make us dizzy? Is there something else to it? Is it a combination of things?
> What's the largest number of heads we've ever had active at once? What was the experience like?
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Seki:
>So wait we can just replace our head if it becomes separated in such a way that retrieval is too difficult or impossible?
>>Is our current head our original head?
Both:
> Aside from the feeling of wrongness, what immediate goals/tasks do we have on our plates? These can be as mundane as "Seki needs to have a meal", as urgent as "Aya's been summoned by Boss Iizunamaru", or anything in between.
Aya:
> Have we ever entertained romantic pursuits?
> Has anyone ever pursued us romantically?
> Are there any other particularly notable tengu in the village beyond Himekaidou, Inubashiri, and Boss Iizunamaru? This can be anyone some-degree-of-close to us, or anyone that's a notable celebrity that we'd be foolish to not keep tabs on, or all sorts of other types.
Seki:
> What are the space and distance limitations, if any, we have on summoning heads?
> Why are more than four heads "too many"? Does maintaining a lot of heads drain our energy? Do the abundance of perspectives make us dizzy? Is there something else to it? Is it a combination of things?
> What's the largest number of heads we've ever had active at once? What was the experience like?
Seki:
> Yes.
> For all intents and purposes, yes.
> You don't really have any. You've just been strolling through the village. It's not like you're hungry right now or anything.
> You don't believe you have a distance limit. It'd just be inefficient and annoying to not bring your heads back when you're going elsewhere. Again, it's not like you do reconnaissance or anything. You're not exactly trying to parade everywhere that you're a youkai either. Those who find out, find out, but otherwise, you don't want more bothers.
> It's most of those. And you can manage more than 4 fine enough. Once again, you shouldn't need more than that many, and especially not to the point where you're endangering yourself. You're not an incident resolver, nor are you trying to take over Gensokyo.
> You do not recall.
Aya:
> You've dropped your other things in favor of this. You think you were going to check on the Hakurei Shrine, but it seems like a really bad idea to go there now...
> You don't believe so.
> No. But you believe some villagers might've had it on their minds without asking. It's likely, at least.
> Well obviously, there's Tenma... No one else notable for one reason or another.
>_
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Aya:
> Are we a subordinate of Iizunamaru in any way, even if only ceremonially?
> If someone confessed feelings to us, would we entertain the idea, depending on who they are and what we think of them? Or are we just straight-up completely uninterested in such things?
> Where are Himekaidou, Inubashiri, and Iizunamaru likely to be at the moment, given their daily lives?
Seki:
> Cuold we manifest an extra head in an open space that's blocked off, such as inside a closed empty box?
> Where are FishWolf likely to be at the moment, given their daily lives?
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Aya:
> Are we a subordinate of Iizunamaru in any way, even if only ceremonially?
> If someone confessed feelings to us, would we entertain the idea, depending on who they are and what we think of them? Or are we just straight-up completely uninterested in such things?
> Where are Himekaidou, Inubashiri, and Iizunamaru likely to be at the moment, given their daily lives?
Seki:
> Cuold we manifest an extra head in an open space that's blocked off, such as inside a closed empty box?
> Where are FishWolf likely to be at the moment, given their daily lives?
Both:
>Check chest for usual growths. (Assuming appropriate surroundings.)
Aya:
> Yes.
> You could. It shouldn't make things in your life much more difficult.
> You'd expect Hatate to still be in her home, if not around it. Unless there's something going on elsewhere. Even then, it'd be better to search for her here than there. Momiji is likewise usually on the mountain, but you believe she visits other places even less often than Hatate. You don't know about Megumu, however.
> Given you have a lone moment, you check your chest for your usual growths, assessing that your assets are still doing fine.
Seki:
> You believe so.
> Given Wakasagihime's status, shes almost always at the Misty Lake. Kagerou is usually in the Bamboo Forest of the Lost when not at the lake. You almost wonder if she's trying to map it out.
> You don't really have the privacy to check, but a quick downwards glance has you notice something not usual among the usual.
>_
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Seki:
>Is there a sun dial in the village?
>Do we like clothes and different fashions?
>Start heading towards the Misty Lake
>Panties or commando?
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Seki:
> Whoa there, hold on, don't go anywhere juuuuuuust yet.
> What is the not usual thing we noticed? This is unusual.
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Seki:
>Is there a sun dial in the village?
>Do we like clothes and different fashions?
>Start heading towards the Misty Lake
>Panties or commando?
Seki:
> Whoa there, hold on, don't go anywhere juuuuuuust yet.
> What is the not usual thing we noticed? This is unusual.
> Theres the Dragon Statue.
> You do. You just don't want to stand out.
> Though you want to try some out one day, you'll likely never get the chance. So you go for what benefits you most. Anyone sneaking a peek wont get off lightly regardless. You prefer commando. You can't really bring yourself to buy something fancy to enjoy wearing besides the regular yourself, and asking Kagerou to is still too much. You doubt Wakasagihime is much different
> Something in your outfit.
>_
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Seki:
> Was the not usual thing not present yesterday?
> Inspect the thing visually, moving clothing as needed to be able to see better.
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Seki:
>Assuming we're in a place where humans can't see us right now, pop off our head to get a better angle if we must. If not, make our way to somewhere where we can.
>How does our size compare to Wakasagihime and Kagerou's or do we not care?
Aya:
>Between Hatate, us, and Momiji, who is the biggest?
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>Check our pockets
>Pat ourself down
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Seki:
> Was the not usual thing not present yesterday?
> Inspect the thing visually, moving clothing as needed to be able to see better.
Seki:
>Assuming we're in a place where humans can't see us right now, pop off our head to get a better angle if we must. If not, make our way to somewhere where we can.
>How does our size compare to Wakasagihime and Kagerou's or do we not care?
Aya:
>Between Hatate, us, and Momiji, who is the biggest?
>Check our pockets
>Pat ourself down
Seki:
> You think so?
> Seems like a smooth rock and a ribbon.
> You are in public, unfortunately. This, you move somewhere more secluded.
> It is indeed a smooth rock and a ribbon. Its possible that Kagerou and Hime gave you these? Or at least, just Kagerou.
> You're the smallest of the three. Pretty much in all the visual areas.
> Your pockets are empty, and that rock and ribbon is the only thing in that higher compartment.
Aya:
> You're the biggest, but Hatate comes close. Shes the biggest in some other areas you're fine with losing to.
>_
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Seki:
>If we popped our head off to examine the rock, put it back on. No need to accidentally blow our cover if, by chance, someone else enters this secluded spot.
>Is the ribbon attached to the rock or are they separate?
>Do either have anything identifying that could imply that it came from one or the other?
>Why can't we remember where we got this?
>Have we ever given them anything?
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Aya:
> Begin heading toward Casa de Himekaidou. She's probably our best bet for figuring out what's wrong.
Seki:
> Check the rock and ribbon for writing, or any other sort of message.
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Seki:
>What knowledge do we have on magic?
>Can we tell if the stone is magical?
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Seki:
>If we popped our head off to examine the rock, put it back on. No need to accidentally blow our cover if, by chance, someone else enters this secluded spot.
>Is the ribbon attached to the rock or are they separate?
>Do either have anything identifying that could imply that it came from one or the other?
>Why can't we remember where we got this?
>Have we ever given them anything?
Aya:
> Begin heading toward Casa de Himekaidou. She's probably our best bet for figuring out what's wrong.
Seki:
> Check the rock and ribbon for writing, or any other sort of message.
Seki:
>What knowledge do we have on magic?
>Can we tell if the stone is magical?
Seki:
> They're separate. Though it looks like it was attempted to be wrapped around it.
> There's no initials or anything like that.
> You don't recall if you were handed these or anything. Maybe they just slipped it on you?
> Not really.
> The rock seems pure and undamaged from what you can see. You think there was a name for this kind of rock, but you don't know it. The ribbon is black, again, from what you can see. Though you are in privacy now, so you could check properly.
> You're no magician, but you do know what most should. You can fly, for example. Your heads can fly without magic.
Aya:
> You start for Hatate's home.
>_
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>Who would we go to to check if it was a magic or cursed rock?
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Seki:
> When we separate our main head from our body, what do the bottom of our head and the top of our neck look like? Are there large holes that lead inside us, are there skin coverings sealing off our insides, or is something else going on?
> Are the rock and ribbon actually inside our clothes, touching our body? If so, who could have possibly put them there without our noticing?
> Since we're not in a private location, pull the ribbon and rock out of our clothes and study them properly.
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Aya:
> Keep eyes out for potential scoops
Sekibanki:
> Check if rock interacts at all with said ribbon?
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>Who would we go to to check if it was a magic or cursed rock?
Seki:
> When we separate our main head from our body, what do the bottom of our head and the top of our neck look like? Are there large holes that lead inside us, are there skin coverings sealing off our insides, or is something else going on?
> Are the rock and ribbon actually inside our clothes, touching our body? If so, who could have possibly put them there without our noticing?
> Since we're not in a private location, pull the ribbon and rock out of our clothes and study them properly.
Aya:
> Keep eyes out for potential scoops
Sekibanki:
> Check if rock interacts at all with said ribbon?
Seki:
> You don't know anyone well versed in magic and rocks.
> It's a bit like a hole. You know it's capable of keeping things out a well. You probably can't use it as a receptacle and store things in your heads that way. Best get bags for that instead...
> They are. They could have slid down onto you, though. Maybe while sleeping. Being thrown onto you seems unlikely.
> You take the two things out, studying them better.
> The rock is smooth all around. Its almost like it glows, but it doesnt.
> The ribbon still doesn't have any initials or text mow that you're fully examining it. It appears to be folded, with the flip side being red instead of black.
> The rock doesnt seem to do anything to the ribbon, nor vice versa. Maybe its just to keep polishing it?
Aya:
> Tengo society still looks the same. Nothing interesting is going on, even as you arrive at Hatate's home.
> Again, you don't know what time it is, so you're not sure if its too early in the day for her to be awake, or too late for the same.
>_
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Aya:
> How do we not not know what time of day it is? Can we not work backwards comparing now to when we woke up for the day?
Seki:
> Does the ribbon look like it belongs to Kagerou? It seems to fit her color scheme...
> How familiar are we with a Seija Kijin?
> Have we ever actually tried and failed to use our body's neck hole as a receptacle? Or are we simply making an educated guess about our own biology when we think that we can't do that?
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Seki;
>Replace our bow with the ribbon
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Aya:
> How do we not not know what time of day it is? Can we not work backwards comparing now to when we woke up for the day?
Seki:
> Does the ribbon look like it belongs to Kagerou? It seems to fit her color scheme...
> How familiar are we with a Seija Kijin?
> Have we ever actually tried and failed to use our body's neck hole as a receptacle? Or are we simply making an educated guess about our own biology when we think that we can't do that?
Seki;
>Replace our bow with the ribbon
Aya:
> You feel rested enough, but you don't know if you woke up in the morning, midday, or night. It could be the next day a few minutes ago for all you know...
Seki:
> It might.
> You heard a bit about her and the incident you were caught up in, but not much else.
> You have tried using your body's neck and the part on your head as well.
> You untie your bow and tie the ribbon instead.
> It's... much smaller. You probably look weird like this.
>_
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Seki:
>Re-tie our bow.
>Does the rock look like it might've come from the bottom of a lake or stream?
>Would we choke if something plugged our neck hole or does it not lead to our internals unless our head is attached?
>What time do we estimate it is, roughly?
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Aya:
> If Himekaidou has a doorbell, ring it. Otherwise, knock on the door.
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Seki:
>If we see something reflective
->Check our appearance before changing the ribbon
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Seki:
>Re-tie our bow.
>Does the rock look like it might've come from the bottom of a lake or stream?
>Would we choke if something plugged our neck hole or does it not lead to our internals unless our head is attached?
>What time do we estimate it is, roughly?
Aya:
> If Himekaidou has a doorbell, ring it. Otherwise, knock on the door.
Seki:
>If we see something reflective
->Check our appearance before changing the ribbon
Seki:
> You put your regular bow back on.
> You don't know how lake rocks would be different.
> No, you wouldn't choke. You don't know if it leads properly when your head is detached.
> You have no clue. Even saying midday looks like it could be wrong.
Aya:
> You knock.
> "Who is it?" Hatate's voice responds after a few moments.
>_
-
Seki:
>Consider the merits of seeking out our fellow GYN members
>Do we know of any members aside from us, Waka, and Kage?
-
Aya:
> "Of course it's me. Surely you feel it too?"
-
Aya:
> "Of course it's me. Surely you feel it too?"
Seki:
>Consider the merits of seeking out our fellow GYN members
>Do we know of any members aside from us, Waka, and Kage?
Aya:
> "Feel what? Like staying in?" Hatate questions.
Seki:
> There aren't many. You could probably find out if these two things are from them. But then you're stuck dealing with them for the rest of the day, likely...
> Not personally, no. If others did join, you haven't cared enough to know. The information gets shared nonetheless.
>_
-
Seki:
>...Would being stuck with them all day necessarily be a bad thing?
-
Aya:
> "Like something's wrong. Seriously wrong."
-
Seki:
>...Would being stuck with them all day necessarily be a bad thing?
Aya:
> "Like something's wrong. Seriously wrong."
Seki:
> Between having the day to yourself, it's a bit worse in your opinion. Not that the day ends up bad, but one is better than theother.
Aya:
> "I already checked around today. It doesn't seem like much wrong is going on." She speaks, opening the door.
>_
-
Aya:
> Frown a bit worriedly.
> "But you at least feel it, right?"
-
Aya:
> Frown a bit worriedly.
> "But you at least feel it, right?"
Aya:
> "Is this a prank,or are you just not alright?" Hatate crosses her arms.
>_
-
Aya:
> "It's not me that's not alright, it's..."
> Gesticulate randomly.
> "...everything else! ...Well, okay, maybe it's both. I don't know."
> Look suddenly nervous.
> "Do you really not feel it?"
-
Aya:
> "It's not me that's not alright, it's..."
> Gesticulate randomly.
> "...everything else! ...Well, okay, maybe it's both. I don't know."
> Look suddenly nervous.
> "Do you really not feel it?"
Aya:
> "I don't." She frowns slightly. "But I'll help you figure out what's up, if anything is. You've got more field experience, so maybe you're noticing something I haven't yet. I'm not busy anyways. Better safe than sorry, right?"
>_
-
Aya:
> "Hey, I'm sure we'll find good stories to write about regardless!"
Sekibanki:
> How close are we to the village and how welcome are we there?
-
Sekibanki:
>Do we have any occupation in our human guise?
-
Aya:
> "Hey, I'm sure we'll find good stories to write about regardless!"
Sekibanki:
> How close are we to the village and how welcome are we there?
Sekibanki:
>Do we have any occupation in our human guise?
Aya:
> "Even if it turns out to be nothing?"
Seki:
> You've been in the village already. You don't think many know you're a youkai. Or if they do, they don't know what kind. You know that a few youkai already live in the Human Village. You're treated just like any other human due to blending in so well and not standing out much on top of that.
> No, not really.
>_
-
Seki:
>Maybe the stone belongs our mermaid acquaintance
>Do we have a fishing rod?
-
Seki:
>Maybe the stone belongs our mermaid acquaintance
>Do we have a fishing rod?
Seki:
> You suppose you should probably return it before she starts worrying where she put it.
> You do not have any fishing rods.
>_
-
Seki:
>How far is Misty Lake from here?
>How far is the Bamboo Forest of the Lost?
>Consider how awkward it would be to return this to Wakasagihime, assuming it was a gift that we don't remember getting?
-
Seki:
>Using our superior intellect consider ways we could get find out where the stone came from without embarrassing ourself
->Pretend to be drunk?
->Dress up and pretend to be someone else?
-
Seki:
>How far is Misty Lake from here?
>How far is the Bamboo Forest of the Lost?
>Consider how awkward it would be to return this to Wakasagihime, assuming it was a gift that we don't remember getting?
Seki:
>Using our superior intellect consider ways we could get find out where the stone came from without embarrassing ourself
->Pretend to be drunk?
->Dress up and pretend to be someone else?
Seki:
> You dont know exacts, but its a short walk. The forest is longer.
> You could probably inconspicuously drop it near her and roll off fo whatever she responds to it with. If it was for you, she'd likely offer it back. If it was hers, she'd probably say something about having looked for it.
>_
-
Aya:
> "It's definitely not nothing. You know I wouldn't be here like this if it was nothing."
-
Seki:
>Head towards the lake the way we normally do.
-
Aya:
> "It's definitely not nothing. You know I wouldn't be here like this if it was nothing."
Seki:
>Head towards the lake the way we normally do.
Aya:
> "I get it. I said I'd help."
Seki:
> You start for the lake.
>_
-
Seki:
>When outside of view of the village try riding one or more of our heads
->How does it compare to flying?
-
Aya:
> "Right, right. Sorry. Let's start with this, then: what time is it?"
-
Seki:
>When outside of view of the village try riding one or more of our heads
->How does it compare to flying?
Aya:
> "Right, right. Sorry. Let's start with this, then: what time is it?"
Seki:
> You try, but... you're a bit heavy... for just a head to carry.
Aya:
> "Time? Dunno." Hatate responds, closing her door behind her.
>_
-
Aya:
> Did we actually step inside, or did she just shut the door in our face?
-
Aya:
> Did we actually step inside, or did she just shut the door in our face?
Aya:
> She stepped outside instead, thus, neither of you are inside.
>_
-
Senki:
>. . .
->Use multiple heads
-
Senki:
>. . .
->Use multiple heads
Seki:
> You try a couple more heads, lightening the load.
> You don't think you could carry many people like this, however...
>_
-
Seki:
>How silly does this feel?
-
Seki
>How comfortable are we?
-
Seki:
>How silly does this feel?
Seki
>How comfortable are we?
Seki:
> Well, it's not that silly.
> It's alright to sit on, aside from using more heads like this. You're better flying, though...
> Misty Lake is in sight.
>_
-
Seki:
>Perhaps now's the time to stop fooling around.
>Dismount our head/dispel any extras and continue the flight on our own power.
-
Aya:
> "And that doesn't bother you at all?"
-
Seki:
>Perhaps now's the time to stop fooling around.
>Dismount our head/dispel any extras and continue the flight on our own power.
Aya:
> "And that doesn't bother you at all?"
Seki:
> You hop off and get back to just the head on your body.
Aya:
> "Well, I just don't feel like anything's wrong. Haven't you ever been confused on what time it is before? Or felt like the day was longer or shorter? That's not exactly uncommon..."
>_
-
Aya:
> How easily can the general time of day be checked here in Gensokyo?
-
Aya:
> How easily can the general time of day be checked here in Gensokyo?
Aya:
> It's usually easy to tell by the sky. But that doesn't seem like it'll work now...
>_
-
Seki:
>Continue on to the lake
-
Seki:
>Continue on to the lake
Seki:
> You continue and arrive within the boundaries or Misty Lake.
> Given its misty right now, it should likely be around noon... Unfortunately, that doesnt tell you the current moon cycle.
>_
-
Aya:
> Is the weather the reason we can't tell the time from the sky, or is there some other reason?
> Is the current weather unusual?
Seki:
> Is Hime immediately visible? If not, where would we go if we wanted to find her?
-
Aya:
> Is the weather the reason we can't tell the time from the sky, or is there some other reason?
> Is the current weather unusual?
Seki:
> Is Hime immediately visible? If not, where would we go if we wanted to find her?
Aya:
> You don't believe so. The weather seems calm, as far as you can tell. But it makes you feel a bit off, still.
Seki:
> No. Usually, she's in the lake. You'll probably have to call out for her. Or wait for her to pop up somewhere in it...
>_
-
Aya:
> "Yeah, but this time feels different somehow. I wish I could explain it better..."
Seki:
> Get up to the edge of the water.
> "Hime?"
-
Seki:
>Do we normally call her Hime for short?
>>If not then correct accordingly.
-
Aya:
> "Yeah, but this time feels different somehow. I wish I could explain it better..."
Seki:
> Get up to the edge of the water.
> "Hime?"
Seki:
>Do we normally call her Hime for short?
>>If not then correct accordingly.
Aya:
> "Hm... I guess I'll show you my efforts. Maybe you'll notice something that im not." Hatate gets to work on her camera, snapping a picture ahead. Then, a picture of the sky.
Seki:
> No response...
> Rather, it takes a bit, but the mermaid does rise out of the deep.
> "Seki?" She looks around. "You're rare to see when we're not all together."
>_
-
Aya:
> Lean in a little bit closer and observe her results.
Seki:
> "Yeah. Uh...this is gonna sound weird, but do you feel okay with..."
> Gesture all around us.
> "...uh, everything?"
-
Aya:
> Lean in a little bit closer and observe her results.
Seki:
> "Yeah. Uh...this is gonna sound weird, but do you feel okay with..."
> Gesture all around us.
> "...uh, everything?"
Aya:
> Both pictures have the moon present, despite you not normally seeing it anywhere with your own eyes.
> She also takes a picture of you and herself. Though you appear to be of lower resolution and a bit blurry. Maybe you were moving too much.
Seki:
> "For the most part, I'm fine. Kinda wish i could fly, but its no big deal."
>_
-
Aya:
> So the moon is presently not visible, from our perspective?
> "Oh, sorry, I'll try to hold still better. You can take another one of me."
> Keep still as stated.
Seki:
> "So, you don't feel like something is existentially wrong?"
-
Aya:
> So the moon is presently not visible, from our perspective?
> "Oh, sorry, I'll try to hold still better. You can take another one of me."
> Keep still as stated.
Seki:
> "So, you don't feel like something is existentially wrong?"
Aya:
> You do not see the moon wherever you look outside. Nor the sun.
> You keep still as she snaps another.
> The image seems to load corrupted, specifically on you. Your hair blends with the sky.
Seki:
> "No? If this is about legs again, i thought I said I like my tail..."
>_
-
Aya:
> Point at ourselves in the picture.
> "Okay, that definitely doesn't look right. Can you see that?"
Seki:
> Frown.
> "No, it's not about that. It's just...never mind. If you're not feeling it, then that's probably for the best."
-
Aya:
> Point at ourselves in the picture.
> "Okay, that definitely doesn't look right. Can you see that?"
Seki:
> Frown.
> "No, it's not about that. It's just...never mind. If you're not feeling it, then that's probably for the best."
Aya:
> "Yea. Looks like something's up with you. How about one without me to compare..." She steps away and takes another, then returns.
> You look fine, but the surroundings are all distorted, stretched, and warped.
> " You still seem off..."
Seki:
> Waka looks innocently.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Yeah. Not to mention..."
> Point at the two photographs of the moon.
> "I don't see the moon anywhere in the sky right now."
Seki:
> "Sorry for wasting your time with my problems, Hime."
-
Aya:
> "Yeah. Not to mention..."
> Point at the two photographs of the moon.
> "I don't see the moon anywhere in the sky right now."
Seki:
> "Sorry for wasting your time with my problems, Hime."
Aya:
> "Maybe that means something about night... What if we take a picture of the moon itself? Ah, but its not out yet..."
Seki:
> "Friends help against problems. Im sorry if u haven't been able to..."
>_
-
Aya:
> "Or maybe it is, and we just can't see it for some reason? Mmm, but you don't seem to be feeling the same things, so your perception is probably accurate..."
Seki:
> "I'm...not sure what can be done to help, really. Something just...feels off about the world. I don't know what it is or how to explain it any better than that."
-
Aya:
> "Or maybe it is, and we just can't see it for some reason? Mmm, but you don't seem to be feeling the same things, so your perception is probably accurate..."
Seki:
> "I'm...not sure what can be done to help, really. Something just...feels off about the world. I don't know what it is or how to explain it any better than that."
Aya:
> "Well, I think there was a tengu who could see really well. Well, poor eyesight, but she could see what most couldn't. I wonder where she is now... Anyways, have you felt anything else off? Maybe we could snap a picture of it."
Seki:
> "Hm... Ah, speaking of the world..." Hime dives down, returning moments after, her arms full of those shiny rocks...
> "I started finding a bunch of these pearls after I gifted you one. Eheh. Its like the world gave me a lot of good luck. But theres really too many... Maybe someone purified or blessed the lake and turned all the rocks into these... Because all my other rocks and stones are missing."
>_
-
Aya:
> Do we know of this tengu? It doesn't sound like Momizi...
Seki:
> Where is that pearl we were gifted at present?
-
Aya:
> Do we know of this tengu? It doesn't sound like Momizi...
Seki:
> Where is that pearl we were gifted at present?
Aya:
> You know its not Momizi, but you haven't seen this Tengu around much. Maybe you forgot her and haven't rum into her often.
Seki:
> You still have it with you.
>_
-
Aya:
> Have we felt anything else off?
-
Aya:
> Have we felt anything else off?
Aya:
> Since you haven't traveled around Gensokyo a lot too recently, not really.
>_
-
Aya:
> "I'm not sure of anything else specifically, though it is strange that I'm distorted in those pictures while you're not. Mmm, it doesn't sound like you're referring to Inubashiri, but I'm afraid I can't recall who you're talking about..."
Seki:
> Give a thoughtful frown.
> "Hmm..."
> Pull our pearl out and hold it so we can see both it and the others in her hands/arms.
-
Aya:
> "I'm not sure of anything else specifically, though it is strange that I'm distorted in those pictures while you're not. Mmm, it doesn't sound like you're referring to Inubashiri, but I'm afraid I can't recall who you're talking about..."
Seki:
> Give a thoughtful frown.
> "Hmm..."
> Pull our pearl out and hold it so we can see both it and the others in her hands/arms.
Aya:
> "Hm... Well I messed around a bit more. Not sure of any connection between you, Seija, and some... Other lady with a few heads... Hecatia? Could be... But theres something. So maybe we should seek them out."
Seki:
> They all look the same.
>_
-
Aya:
> Do we have any sort of connection to Seija Kijin and/or Hecatia Lapislazuli?
-
Aya:
> Do we have any sort of connection to Seija Kijin and/or Hecatia Lapislazuli?
Aya:
> At least for Seija, you spread her wanted status around more. You can't say anything for Hecatia.
>_
-
Seki:
>Same as in similar or same as in literally identical even down to the size and imperfections, if any?
>Do we recall any details about Wakasagihime giving it to us now?
-
Seki:
>Same as in similar or same as in literally identical even down to the size and imperfections, if any?
>Do we recall any details about Wakasagihime giving it to us now?
Seki:
> As similar as you can tell. They all look like they don't have any imperfections.
> Nope...
>_
-
Aya:
> "I don't recall being particularly connected to them, no."
Seki:
> "Hmm. That is pretty strange..."
-
Seki:
>"Has anyone mentioned anything out of the ordinary?"
->"Specifically something that could indicate an incident?"
-
Aya:
> "I don't recall being particularly connected to them, no."
Seki:
> "Hmm. That is pretty strange..."
Seki:
>"Has anyone mentioned anything out of the ordinary?"
->"Specifically something that could indicate an incident?"
Aya:
> "Nothing done with them recently, either?"
> You don't believe so.
Seki:
> "No. Nobody's said anything weird lately that I've heard."
>_
-
Aya:
> Shake our head in a negative.
Seki:
> "When did this happen?"
-
Aya:
> Shake our head in a negative.
Seki:
> "When did this happen?"
Aya:
> "Well, maybe they know something then."
Seki:
> "Just a couple of days ago."
>_
-
Aya:
> What would Inubashiri typically be up to at the moment?
-
Seki:
>"It seems as if there is enough pearls to make a necklace."
->Imagine us wearing our pearl on an earring. Do we think we would look good?
-
Aya:
> What would Inubashiri typically be up to at the moment?
Seki:
>"It seems as if there is enough pearls to make a necklace."
->Imagine us wearing our pearl on an earring. Do we think we would look good?
Aya:
> You don't know. You suspect she'd be somewhere along the mountain.
Seki:
> "Oh? I didn't expect you to be interested in something like that."
> You don't really want to stand out, and that'd likely do so more than a change of clothes would. Visualizing the pearl, or maybe a smaller one, hanging from your ear doesn't look too nice either.
>_
-
Aya:
> "We could find them, sure. Can we see if Inubashiri is free to join us? The more the merrier in this case, I think."
-
Aya:
> "We could find them, sure. Can we see if Inubashiri is free to join us? The more the merrier in this case, I think."
Aya:
> "It's probably better if it's just us two. One, because you might be called crazy by others with this whole deal. And two, I don't think Momizi even has as much luxury with leaving the mountain as we do. If I was suspecting someone to be causing this like most incidents have been, then I'd add that they'll probably be wary of groups starting to take action. Thus, the more the merrier doesn't really fit here..."
>_
-
Seki:
>"Oh, no. I thought it might look good on you."
-
Aya:
> Are we able to combine with Inubashiri and Himekaidou to form a single tengu?
-
Seki:
>"Oh, no. I thought it might look good on you."
Aya:
> Are we able to combine with Inubashiri and Himekaidou to form a single tengu?
Seki:
> "Still didn't expect that consideration from you. It could look nice though. But I had a few different ones I think would've looked good..."
Aya:
> As far as you know, no. You've never heard of Tengu combining in the first place, either.
>_
-
Aya:
> How capable are we of simply dragging the two of them along with us by force? (If we have multiple ways to do this, consider all of them.)
-
Aya:
> How capable are we of simply dragging the two of them along with us by force? (If we have multiple ways to do this, consider all of them.)
Aya:
> You could overpower and bring the two of them along with you. It shouldn't be difficult. It doesn't change the fact if it was a danmaku duels with that as your condition should you win, or directly facing them both.
>_
-
Aya:
> Frown just a tad.
> "I guess that's true. It'd just be nice to have as many dependable faces as I can get right now."
-
Aya:
> Frown just a tad.
> "I guess that's true. It'd just be nice to have as many dependable faces as I can get right now."
Aya:
> "Nothing's stopping you from risking the possibility that we won't be ruined by a bigger group, i guess." Hatate shrugs.
>_
-
Aya:
> "It would take at least a small army to ruin the three of us together, I imagine. How about this, then? Can you check what she's up in the immediate, or at least what she was most recently up to? If she's clearly on the clock, then we can leave her here."
-
Aya:
> "It would take at least a small army to ruin the three of us together, I imagine. How about this, then? Can you check what she's up in the immediate, or at least what she was most recently up to? If she's clearly on the clock, then we can leave her here."
Aya:
> "Sure. I'll be right back." Hatate starts to fly off.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Oh, uh, okay. I thought you could just do you thing, but if you know where she is..."
-
Aya:
> "Oh, uh, okay. I thought you could just do you thing, but if you know where she is..."
Aya:
> Hatate stops high in the air, looking around with her camera for a bit...
> Then returns down.
> "Not busy." She puts a hand on her hip. "Just playing something with a kappa. Surroundings imply that she's near the base of the mountain."
>_
-
Aya:
> "Perfect. Let's grab her, then."
> Take flight and head down the mountain.
-
Aya:
> "Perfect. Let's grab her, then."
> Take flight and head down the mountain.
Aya:
> "Alright." Hatate follows suit.
>_
-
Aya:
> Keep an eye out for Inubashiri and/or kappa-like presences as we travel.
> "Steer me elsewhere if you think we're going in the wrong direction."
-
>Cough
->"I just prefer a more subdued look."
>Do we actually think that makeup and accessories look good on others?
-
Aya:
> Keep an eye out for Inubashiri and/or kappa-like presences as we travel.
> "Steer me elsewhere if you think we're going in the wrong direction."
Aya:
> "We're fine. It's not like I know her exact location."
>Cough
->"I just prefer a more subdued look."
>Do we actually think that makeup and accessories look good on others?
Seki:
> "I thought as much."
> Some accessories do. But you don't like the idea of makeup, and nobody's shown you that it's alright yet either.
>_
-
Aya:
> Do we have any physical abilities that are abnormal for an anthropoid to have?
-
Aya:
> Do we have any physical abilities that are abnormal for an anthropoid to have?
Aya:
> You have wings and can utilize them to fly. Naturally youre more durable than humans. You suppose you could say that you have little to no problems with speed. That is to say, heavy acceleration is a breeze and won't harm you. Nor intense speeds or heavy deceleration.
>_
-
Aya:
> Are we strong and fast enough that we could physically carry Himekaidou and still be faster than Himekaidou would be on her own?
-
Aya:
> Are we strong and fast enough that we could physically carry Himekaidou and still be faster than Himekaidou would be on her own?
Aya:
> Yep.
>_
-
Aya:
> "That's fair, I suppose. In that case..."
> Hold an open hand out to Himekaidou.
> "...You want a lift?"
-
Aya:
> "That's fair, I suppose. In that case..."
> Hold an open hand out to Himekaidou.
> "...You want a lift?"
Aya:
> "Huh? It's not like we're in a big hurry. Are we?"
>_
-
Aya:
> Are we strong and fast enough that we could carry both Himekaidaou and Inubashiri and still be faster than either of them individually?
> "It doesn't hurt to save time, I'd say. Especially since finishing my personal problems faster will let you get back to your life faster."
> Grin a little bit.
> "Besides, it's fun to get a little closer every once in a while, isn't it?"
-
Aya:
> Are we strong and fast enough that we could carry both Himekaidaou and Inubashiri and still be faster than either of them individually?
> "It doesn't hurt to save time, I'd say. Especially since finishing my personal problems faster will let you get back to your life faster."
> Grin a little bit.
> "Besides, it's fun to get a little closer every once in a while, isn't it?"
> You haven't tried as much before. But given Hatate shouldn't be a problem, maybe?
> Hatate sighs.
> "Just don't waste all your energy in case we have something to duel later."
>_
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Aya:
> "It won't be a problem. I hope you enjoy the ride~"
> Scoop Hatate up into a bridal carry and continue onward down the mountain at a speed above her top speed.
-
>Do we remember getting a rock from our friend?
-
Aya:
> "It won't be a problem. I hope you enjoy the ride~"
> Scoop Hatate up into a bridal carry and continue onward down the mountain at a speed above her top speed.
>Do we remember getting a rock from our friend?
Aya:
> You grab Hatate up and start down the mountain at a faster pace.
Seki:
> No.
>_
-
Aya:
> Can we see anything good?
> Do we have any sort of means of taking Himekaidou with us on our person other than simply carrying her like this?
> How is Himekaidou taking the situation?
> Is Himekaidou holding onto us?
-
>"Has anything else happened?"
->Tug at our collar
-->"Have you been doing anything new?"
-
Aya:
> Can we see anything good?
> Do we have any sort of means of taking Himekaidou with us on our person other than simply carrying her like this?
> How is Himekaidou taking the situation?
> Is Himekaidou holding onto us?
>"Has anything else happened?"
->Tug at our collar
-->"Have you been doing anything new?"
Aya:
> Not of anything in the distance. You're pretty much at the bottom, to where you can see if anyone's at ground level. If not for the forest.
> Not really, no.
> She seems fine. Looks a tad annoyed at the situation, but she's holding on partially. As a passerby, you wouldn't say she looks annoyed.
Seki:
> You break the silence.
> "Er... not really. I've been looking for my other stones. But i guess they really did change. I must've looked weird just swimming around confused. Then again, no one's here to see most of the time."
>_
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Aya:
> Begin searching the perimeter of the base of the mountain, then.
> Can we see anything good about Himekaidou's appearance specifically?
Seki:
> Have we ever gone underwater with Hime in the lake here?
> Do we know if Hime can safely transport us around underwater in some capacity? Either our entire selves or even just a head or two?
> "I wonder if I could help with looking somehow...I might find some clue as to why I'm feeling what I'm feeling, if the two things are related."
-
>Do we know about wheelchairs?
-
Aya:
> Begin searching the perimeter of the base of the mountain, then.
> Can we see anything good about Himekaidou's appearance specifically?
Seki:
> Have we ever gone underwater with Hime in the lake here?
> Do we know if Hime can safely transport us around underwater in some capacity? Either our entire selves or even just a head or two?
> "I wonder if I could help with looking somehow...I might find some clue as to why I'm feeling what I'm feeling, if the two things are related."
>Do we know about wheelchairs?
Aya:
> Of course. Not too much though. Her outfit isn't that revealing. And nothing lower is revealed either, given your perspective.
> Hatate points out an area below.
> "I think they were around here."
Seki...
> You have. But not deeply.
> You don't know.
> "Ohh... I didn't think they could've been related.
> You do know about them. Wakasagihime doesnt like talking about them much, though.
>_
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Aya:
> Do we have control over wind? If so, how fine is that control, and how concentrated can it get? Could we, say, create small vacuums?
> Nod and descend as indicated.
> "Thanks. Hope you've enjoyed the ride so far, by the way."
Seki:
> Could we manifest a head inside Hime?
> "They might be, they might not be. It's strange enough to look into, though, I think. So, uh, any way I could help search?"
-
Aya:
> Do we have control over wind? If so, how fine is that control, and how concentrated can it get? Could we, say, create small vacuums?
> Nod and descend as indicated.
> "Thanks. Hope you've enjoyed the ride so far, by the way."
Seki:
> Could we manifest a head inside Hime?
> "They might be, they might not be. It's strange enough to look into, though, I think. So, uh, any way I could help search?"
Aya:
> Yes. You should be able to.
> "Ahem... notice anything else weird along our trip?" Hatate avoids the question.
> Looking around as you descend, you can already spot your target in a game with someone. Nitori, you believe?
Seki:
> No.
> "It's okay, you don't have to worry about it. I already wasted enough time searching"
>_
-
Aya:
> How does Himekaidou's face look now, in avoiding our question?
Seki:
> How long can a loose head hold her breath?
-
Aya:
> How does Himekaidou's face look now, in avoiding our question?
Seki:
> How long can a loose head hold her breath?
Aya:
> She seems fine and focused on looking around for the two, still.
Seki:
> You can hold your breath for a good few minutes. 3 perhaps? You know that most other people can't hold their breath as long.
>_
-
Aya:
> Is she flustered and/or blushing at all, perhaps?
> Grin.
> "Only you avoiding my question. But it looks like you've been saved for now."
> Slow down and peacefully descend to the ground nearby the game, close enough to be within easy casual conversation distance. Dynamic entries with amazing deceleration to 0 are cool and all, but we don't want to risk ruining the game by blowing it around everywhere with the force of our movement.
Seki:
> "Mmm. And you haven't noticed anything else weird down there?"
-
Aya:
> Is she flustered and/or blushing at all, perhaps?
> Grin.
> "Only you avoiding my question. But it looks like you've been saved for now."
> Slow down and peacefully descend to the ground nearby the game, close enough to be within easy casual conversation distance. Dynamic entries with amazing deceleration to 0 are cool and all, but we don't want to risk ruining the game by blowing it around everywhere with the force of our movement.
Seki:
> "Mmm. And you haven't noticed anything else weird down there?"
Aya:
> No.
> Wait. There it is in response to you.
> Hatate jumps out of your arms after you slow, keeping you from seeing more.
Seki:
> Hime shakes her head.
>_
-
Aya:
> Pout a little bit in Himekaidou's direction for a split second, then return to a slight grin.
> "Hey, Momi. Whatcha up to?"
Seki:
> Frown.
> "Well, shoot. Guess I'm back to square one..."
-
Seki:
>Have we ever tried swimming with one head above water?
-
Aya:
> Pout a little bit in Himekaidou's direction for a split second, then return to a slight grin.
> "Hey, Momi. Whatcha up to?"
Seki:
> Frown.
> "Well, shoot. Guess I'm back to square one..."
Seki:
>Have we ever tried swimming with one head above water?
Aya:
> Their game looks like a typical board game from afar, but it gets complicated and really detailed up close... there's 3 moving figures on a board with an enviornment that also seems animate. Two of the three figures are humanoid.
> "Mental exercise." Momizi says, before turning back. "Hero, I'd like to handle the next fight." She types something into a device on her side.
> "Hm... well, I'll still step in if you're in trouble, the hero responds and steps back. The monster approaches..." Nitori narrates as she types something into another device on her side
> The pieces on the board move about after a few seconds... one retreating further behind another. The opposing non-humanoid figure gets closer to the two.
Seki:
> You frown, before water splashes against your legs.
> "Chill out a bit. It's not that big a deal, right? If it was, there's people out there that are preparing to deal with it, or already in the middle of it." Hime explains. "We're not powerful youkai or humans."
> You have tried. It mostly works when at the surface.
>_
-
Aya:
> Blink.
> "That looks...like a pretty serious time commitment, huh."
-
Aya:
> Blink.
> "That looks...like a pretty serious time commitment, huh."
Aya:
> "No. We can stop and return anytime." Momizi explains.
> "Well, it took a while to make and get it right, but it's been worth it so far." Nitori explains. "Not the longest thing I've worked on either. Unless you count adding and changing things about it... Like if you two want to join."
> "I'd like to learn more and maybe join, but..." Hatate looks to you.
>_
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Aya:
> "Under normal circumstances, I wouldn't be opposed. But, well, right now there's something existentially wrong with..."
> Gesticulate around us.
> "...Everything, and we're going on an adventure to find out what, and why, and hopefully make it stop. We came by to see if you wanted to join us, Momi."
-
Aya:
> "Under normal circumstances, I wouldn't be opposed. But, well, right now there's something existentially wrong with..."
> Gesticulate around us.
> "...Everything, and we're going on an adventure to find out what, and why, and hopefully make it stop. We came by to see if you wanted to join us, Momi."
Aya:
> "Hm... I'll join if Nitori can come."
> "You just want to play this more, don't you?" Nitori questions.
> "Maybe. "
>_
-
Aya:
> Could we carry all three of them and still be faster than any of them individually? Or would that be too much at that point?
> ...Come to think of it, could we even carry all three of them in a manner secure enough that we don't risk losing our grip and having someone falling overboard?
> "That's fine by me, as long as it's okay that she might have to fly herself instead of me giving her a ride."
-
Aya:
> Could we carry all three of them and still be faster than any of them individually? Or would that be too much at that point?
> ...Come to think of it, could we even carry all three of them in a manner secure enough that we don't risk losing our grip and having someone falling overboard?
> "That's fine by me, as long as it's okay that she might have to fly herself instead of me giving her a ride."
Aya:
> You're not sure...
> "I'm pretty sure all of us are capable enough of flight. We're fine." Momizi says.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Oh, certainly, everyone here is capable of it. But sometimes it's more fun to hitch a ride and get a little closer every once a while. I more wanted to make sure she wouldn't be envious of the two of you."
Seki:
> "I...don't know if that's true. If you don't feel it, then they might not feel it either."
-
Seki
>"Oy! That's cold."
>"I just want to be able to avoid trouble."
-
Aya:
> "Oh, certainly, everyone here is capable of it. But sometimes it's more fun to hitch a ride and get a little closer every once a while. I more wanted to make sure she wouldn't be envious of the two of you."
Seki:
> "I...don't know if that's true. If you don't feel it, then they might not feel it either."
Seki
>"Oy! That's cold."
>"I just want to be able to avoid trouble."
Aya:
> "Is there really something going on?" Momizi crosses her arms.
Seki:
> "Don't worry so much. I doubt trouble will find us specifically."
>_
-
Aya:
> Mentally compare Nitori's height and body shape to the three tengu currently gracing her presence.
> "Show her what you got, Hata."
-
Seki:
>"Hmph. Someone has to wary."
->"Since whoever made the pearls gave myself one, I would say I'm involved."
-
Aya:
> Mentally compare Nitori's height and body shape to the three tengu currently gracing her presence.
> "Show her what you got, Hata."
Seki:
>"Hmph. Someone has to wary."
->"Since whoever made the pearls gave myself one, I would say I'm involved."
Seki:
>"Hmph. Someone has to wary."
->"Since whoever made the pearls gave myself one, I would say I'm involved."
Aya:
> She's smaller, yeah... but you always see her carrying quite a lot. You wouldn't be surprised if she's a ton of muscle under there.
> Hatate points her camera opposite of all of you, snapping a photo of the group.
> Showing it to you, everyone appears normal, but there's a dark spot on you. Around your chest.
> "What? Are you sick, then?" Nitori questions.
> "Everytime i try to use my ability with Aya involved, she seems to have something wrong, while everything else is fine, I guess." Hatate explains.
> Nitori seems to have somehow put up that entire board and devices somewhere now...
Seki:
> "I gave you that one actually. Since you wouldn't accept anything from us directly." The mermaid pouts.
>_
-
Aya:
> Are we aware of Himekaidou possibly being tengu royalty?
> Are we the tallest person here?
> How much shorter is Nitori than us?
> Shrug.
> "If I knew more than 'something is existentially wrong', I'd share it."
-
Seki:
>"Ahh."
->Fidget uncomfortably
>Hide our face in our shirt collar
->"You didn't have to."
-
Aya:
> Are we aware of Himekaidou possibly being tengu royalty?
> Are we the tallest person here?
> How much shorter is Nitori than us?
> Shrug.
> "If I knew more than 'something is existentially wrong', I'd share it."
Seki:
>"Ahh."
->Fidget uncomfortably
>Hide our face in our shirt collar
->"You didn't have to."
Aya:
> You haven't considered it much...
> Yes you are.
> She might be below your chest.
> "So not anything wrong with you, but with everything else instead..." Momizi questions.
Seki:
> "We're gonna show our appreciation for you hanging out with us whether you like it or not."
>_
-
Seki:
>"I'm guessing Kagerou's the one behind the ribbon I found with it, then?"
>"Actually wait, how did you manage to plant that on me without me noticing anyway?"
-
Seki:
>"I'm guessing Kagerou's the one behind the ribbon I found with it, then?"
>"Actually wait, how did you manage to plant that on me without me noticing anyway?"
Seki:
> Hime nods. And that's it. She doesn't elaborate...
>_
-
Aya:
> "More or less. Hata's found a couple of other people that might be affected the way I am, which is where we're going to start looking. After coming here to ask you along, of course."
-
Seki:
>Raise an eyebrow the let out a sigh
->"Of course you aren't going to tell me."
>"Then have you had any weird feelings lately?"
-
Aya:
> "More or less. Hata's found a couple of other people that might be affected the way I am, which is where we're going to start looking. After coming here to ask you along, of course."
Seki:
>Raise an eyebrow the let out a sigh
->"Of course you aren't going to tell me."
>"Then have you had any weird feelings lately?"
Aya:
> "Well, the game can wait after all, so..." Nitori says.
Seki:
> Hime shakes her head.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Right. And for what it's worth, Nitori, not offering you a ride isn't anything against you. Really, I'd like to, because me carrying all of you would be the fastest option, and I don't know how long we have before things get worse. I just don't know if I can transport you somewhere other than in my arms."
-
Seki:
>"Just me then."
-
Aya:
> "Right. And for what it's worth, Nitori, not offering you a ride isn't anything against you. Really, I'd like to, because me carrying all of you would be the fastest option, and I don't know how long we have before things get worse. I just don't know if I can transport you somewhere other than in my arms."
Seki:
>"Just me then."
Aya:
> "Well, do either of you know where these other people are? Because being in a hurry won't help as much if we don't know where to go." Nitori explains.
Seki:
> "Then it could just be nothing if you're the only one with a weird feeling. Not to say you aren't perceptive or anything." Wakasagihime waves. "Just something like you having a weird day. You could be stressing yourself for no reason."
>_
-
Aya:
> Look to Himekaidou.
> "You can get at least a general idea, yeah?"
-
Aya:
> Look to Himekaidou.
> "You can get at least a general idea, yeah?"
Aya:
> "Already grasping at straws to find out the people who are of interest. That might not work..."
>_
-
Aya:
> Who do we know that's connected to Seija?
> Who do we know that's connected to Hecatia?
-
Seki:
>cross our arms
->"If it wasn't the first time for this feeling I'd belief you."
>Do we know of anyone that could divine where the feeling is coming from?
-
Aya:
> Who do we know that's connected to Seija?
> Who do we know that's connected to Hecatia?
Seki:
>cross our arms
->"If it wasn't the first time for this feeling I'd belief you."
>Do we know of anyone that could divine where the feeling is coming from?
Aya:
> You don't really know anyone personally enough for either.
Seki:
> "Not the first time?"
> You do not.
>_
-
Aya:
> Frown slightly.
> "...Guess we're doing some old-fashioned leg work, then."
-
Seki:
>"I uh, meant this is the first time I've had this."
-
Aya:
> Frown slightly.
> "...Guess we're doing some old-fashioned leg work, then."
Seki:
>"I uh, meant this is the first time I've had this."
Aya:
> "Better not tire ourselves out at least." Momizi stretches.
Seki:
> "Hm. Well, I know you're not one to have their mind changed easily, so I'll just drop it. Good luck if it is actually something, though." Wakasagihime sighs, before diving back under the water.
>_
-
Seki:
>Raise a hand in the air
->"Right, bye."
>Check our pockets for change
-
Aya:
> "We'll see. Normally I'd say that proper leg work is half the fun, but if that hole in my chest is any indication, for all I know, I'm on some sort of unknown timer where who knows what's going to happen when it hits zero. So I might be just a *liiiiittle* antsier than usual."
-
Seki:
>Raise a hand in the air
->"Right, bye."
>Check our pockets for change
Aya:
> "We'll see. Normally I'd say that proper leg work is half the fun, but if that hole in my chest is any indication, for all I know, I'm on some sort of unknown timer where who knows what's going to happen when it hits zero. So I might be just a *liiiiittle* antsier than usual."
Aya:
> "Hole? Kinda looked like a burn mark to me." Momizi says.
> "I thought it was just dirt or a smudge." Nitori argues.
Seki:
> You've got no money in your pockets.
>_
-
Aya:
> "It's not just that, there have been other unpleasant ways in which my image gets all messed up. Anyway, the details of the most recent particular error aren't important. What's important is that I'd like to at least operate on a bit of an accelerated timeline, if at all possible."
-
>Head towards the Hakurei shrine
->If the shrine maiden is there then either nothing is happening or she's being lazy.
-
Aya:
> "It's not just that, there have been other unpleasant ways in which my image gets all messed up. Anyway, the details of the most recent particular error aren't important. What's important is that I'd like to at least operate on a bit of an accelerated timeline, if at all possible."
>Head towards the Hakurei shrine
->If the shrine maiden is there then either nothing is happening or she's being lazy.
Aya:
> "Okay. Who are we looking for, then?" Nitori asks.
Seki:
> You head off for the Hakurei Shrine. You think you know where it is...
>_
-
Aya:
> "Anyone that knows either of them."
> Are we aware of any of the individuals that got caught up in the Miracle Mallet incident that Seija caused?
> Are we aware of any starred-and-striped fairies with insanity-inducing torches living at or near the Hakurei Shrine that are connected to Hecatia?
-
Aya:
> "Anyone that knows either of them."
> Are we aware of any of the individuals that got caught up in the Miracle Mallet incident that Seija caused?
> Are we aware of any starred-and-striped fairies with insanity-inducing torches living at or near the Hakurei Shrine that are connected to Hecatia?
Aya:
> "So Seija and... I don't really know this other person, but they have another face, and red hair. Hatate shrugs
> Yes. You know many of them.
> You do know that she had that strange fairy as a subordinate and her presence at the Hakurei Shrine. Again, not really personally, but you probably know more than most at least.
>_
-
Aya:
> "That's fine, I know a number of people at least vaguely connected to them that we can ask. Well, a number of people at least vaguely connected to Seija, and one person vaguely connected to Hecatia."
> Frown in thought.
> "That one person was actually Hecatia's subordinate, if I recall correctly...she might be the best place to start."
-
Aya:
> "That's fine, I know a number of people at least vaguely connected to them that we can ask. Well, a number of people at least vaguely connected to Seija, and one person vaguely connected to Hecatia."
> Frown in thought.
> "That one person was actually Hecatia's subordinate, if I recall correctly...she might be the best place to start."
Aya:
> "Hecatia... isn't that one of those big names? I hope she's not the culprit of whatever's happening to you..." Hatate shakes her head.
> "Would it be better if we split up and search for Seija while you do your search?" Nitori considers.
>_
-
Aya:
> Are Himekaidou and Inubashiri aware that Hecatia is the reason we never publicly ran the sexy pinup article?
> Frown deeper.
> "If she is, then I'm probably already doomed no matter what we do."
> Look to Nitori.
> "That could work. It'd be even better if you happen to have some fancy gizmo that lets us keep in contact with one another."
-
Aya:
> Are Himekaidou and Inubashiri aware that Hecatia is the reason we never publicly ran the sexy pinup article?
> Frown deeper.
> "If she is, then I'm probably already doomed no matter what we do."
> Look to Nitori.
> "That could work. It'd be even better if you happen to have some fancy gizmo that lets us keep in contact with one another."
Aya:
> They should. Alongside Hatate watching what she prints. Though you don't know if she has.
> "Ah, right. I did improve on exactly that one day." Nitori starts rummaging through her belongings. "I made sure to make it more resistant to heat and the elements too. Well, with what I could make use of."
> She pulls out a pair of cameras like Hatate's.
> "Convenient." Momizi muses.
>_
-
> "Oh, nifty. Do those work with Hata's?"
-
Seki:
>Keep an eye out for fairies
->Whistle
-
> "Oh, nifty. Do those work with Hata's?"
Seki:
>Keep an eye out for fairies
->Whistle
Aya:
> "No. I'd need to have borrowed her phone for this. These only work with each other." Nitori hands you one.
Seki:
> You see fairies flying about of course. But none are in your way. The Hakurei Shrine seems further ahead. You were slightly off, but in the right general direction at least.
> Kagerou bounds up to you from ground level in response to your whistle.
>_
-
Aya:
> Take it with a nod.
> "Alright. In that case, how do we want to split up? Who wants to go with who?"
-
Seki:
>Jog towards the shrine
->The sooner we know the better
-
Aya:
> Take it with a nod.
> "Alright. In that case, how do we want to split up? Who wants to go with who?"
Seki:
>Jog towards the shrine
->The sooner we know the better
Aya:
> "I'll go with Hatate. It'll give me the chance to see if I can make her phone compatible with these." Nitori says.
Seki:
> You start on foot for the shrine now that you're near. It doesn't feel good to qpproach the shrine, though...
>_
-
Aya:
> Nod.
> "That's a good idea. In that case, start with the mermaid in the Misty Lake. She was involved in the incident Seija caused, so she might have some idea about Seija's whereabouts. Keep me posted about what she knows, and I'll consider who's worth pursuing next. Momi and I will hit up the Hakurei Shrine and see if that one fairy that was Hecatia's subordinate is there."
-
Aya:
> Nod.
> "That's a good idea. In that case, start with the mermaid in the Misty Lake. She was involved in the incident Seija caused, so she might have some idea about Seija's whereabouts. Keep me posted about what she knows, and I'll consider who's worth pursuing next. Momi and I will hit up the Hakurei Shrine and see if that one fairy that was Hecatia's subordinate is there."
Aya:
> "Alright. You can talk to us by just tapping the green button. The red one ends it after being started. Try not to mess with anything else on it."
>_
-
Aya:
> Glance at the phone to confirm that we see where these things are.
> "Got it."
> Look to Inubashiri.
> "Shall we?"
-
Aya:
> Glance at the phone to confirm that we see where these things are.
> "Got it."
> Look to Inubashiri.
> "Shall we?"
Aya:
> Yep. They're presented prominently and hard to miss.
> "Alright. So, a fairy..." Momizi starts to lead for the shrine.
Seki:
> You arrive, spotting Reimu sitting in front of the shrine with a menacing feeling around her...
>_
-
Aya:
> Wave to Himekaidou and Kawashiro.
> "Best of luck!"
> Follow behind Inubashiri.
> Once we're out of earshot of the other two...
> "So I couldn't help noticing you never outright objected to the offer of a ride, Momi~"
-
Seki:
>Does Reimu always have that look or is it when she is poor has to solve an incident?
-
Aya:
> Wave to Himekaidou and Kawashiro.
> "Best of luck!"
> Follow behind Inubashiri.
> Once we're out of earshot of the other two...
> "So I couldn't help noticing you never outright objected to the offer of a ride, Momi~"
Seki:
>Does Reimu always have that look or is it when she is poor has to solve an incident?
Aya:
> You wave the other pair off and take your leave.
> "Maybe if I'm injured or exhausted. Now isn't the time for joy rides, is it?" Momizi questions.
Seki:
> You don't know. You're too intimidated to approach any closer.
>_
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Aya:
> "Well, there's the speed consideration as well. But there's always time to enjoy a little closeness with a friend."
> Grin a little bit.
> "Hata certainly seemed to enjoy hers, even if you'd have a hard time getting her to admit it."
-
Aya:
> "Well, there's the speed consideration as well. But there's always time to enjoy a little closeness with a friend."
> Grin a little bit.
> "Hata certainly seemed to enjoy hers, even if you'd have a hard time getting her to admit it."
Aya:
> "Think I can't keep up? I'm a tengu as well, you know."
>_
-
Aya:
> Give a small pout.
> "You'd really want to test that idea instead of getting close to li'l ol' me?"
-
Aya:
> Give a small pout.
> "You'd really want to test that idea instead of getting close to li'l ol' me?"
Aya:
> "I wasn't only playing- er, doing Mental exercises alone in my off time."
> You feel like this is a trick... regardless of the outcome, she'll manage to avoid being carried.
> ...Unless you purposefully lead the challenge in an incorrect direction relative to the shrine. Though she might notice that, too.
>_
-
Aya:
> Tilt our flight path slightly away from the direction of the Hakurei Shrine. Not too far off, just a little bit. Once we do, make a note of some landmark in the distance straight ahead, one we could reach in thirty or so seconds of flying.
> "Well, how about this, then? If you can tie or beat me in a short sprint, then I'll drop the subject entirely as it relates to you."
> Grin a bit.
> "But I get to carry you if you can't."
-
Aya:
> Tilt our flight path slightly away from the direction of the Hakurei Shrine. Not too far off, just a little bit. Once we do, make a note of some landmark in the distance straight ahead, one we could reach in thirty or so seconds of flying.
> "Well, how about this, then? If you can tie or beat me in a short sprint, then I'll drop the subject entirely as it relates to you."
> Grin a bit.
> "But I get to carry you if you can't."
Aya:
> "Short sprint huh?" Momizi stops to look at you. "Alright. That's fair."
> You note somewhere not too far from the Shrine...
>_
-
Aya:
> Stop as well.
> Gesture to the landmark we spotted.
> "Alright then. We'll count down from 3 together, and begin moving immediately on 'go'. First one to touch that [landmark] down there is the winner. You good with that?"
-
Aya:
> Stop as well.
> Gesture to the landmark we spotted.
> "Alright then. We'll count down from 3 together, and begin moving immediately on 'go'. First one to touch that [landmark] down there is the winner. You good with that?"
Aya:
> Momizi observes, then nods, ready.
>_
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Aya:
> Get ready as well, making sure we're lined up relative to the landmark so that neither of us two have any sort of head start.
> "Okay, here we go."
> Do the countdown together with Inubashiri; as soon as we hit 'go', beeline for the landmark in question at our top speed, putting our hand out to touch it once we get very close.
> If we make it to the landmark uninterrupted, come to an immediate halt upon touching it, and then look around for Inubashiri.
-
Seki:
>Pace back and forth as we gather our courage
->"You can do this. You feel great! You can win"
->Punch into the air
-
Aya:
> Get ready as well, making sure we're lined up relative to the landmark so that neither of us two have any sort of head start.
> "Okay, here we go."
> Do the countdown together with Inubashiri; as soon as we hit 'go', beeline for the landmark in question at our top speed, putting our hand out to touch it once we get very close.
> If we make it to the landmark uninterrupted, come to an immediate halt upon touching it, and then look around for Inubashiri.
Seki:
>Pace back and forth as we gather our courage
->"You can do this. You feel great! You can win"
->Punch into the air
Aya:
> You and Momizi countdown, then-
> You burst off for the landmark, coming to a halt and tapping it in a matter of moments.
> Your stop nearly strips the trees around of their leaves, but surprisingly, they don't suffer complete loss.
> You look around, spotting Momizi dashing to your destination near ground level at a respectable speed. Not quite fast enough to be a blur, even to normal eyes, but up close, people might find it difficult to track her.
> Even so, she'll be a bit... maybe under a minute?
> ...Perhaps you overdid it. You can see your afterimage trailing an afterimage of its own parallel to it.
> No, wait. That's someone else?
> As your afterimage makes it to you, you notice the suspect standing beside you as well, in interest.
> With the wake of your speed settled though, the suspect fades, before you can identify it.
Seki:
> You hype yourself up a bit. You've heard she isn't that bad. And she gets visitors of all kinds too. Actual extermination don't happen often either. You can do this. You-
> You're knocked off your feet and in a face to face introduction of the ground as a sudden, intense gust of wind blows by.
>_
-
Aya:
> !!!!!!
> Where did that suspect go?!? Did they travel in a direction or just vanish into thin air?
-
Aya:
> !!!!!!
> Where did that suspect go?!? Did they travel in a direction or just vanish into thin air?
Aya:
> They vanished, you're sure.
>_
-
Aya:
> Look around. Is there anyone other than Inubashiri in the immediate vicinity?
-
Seki:
>Check ourself for injuries
->Glance around foe the culprit
-
Aya:
> Look around. Is there anyone other than Inubashiri in the immediate vicinity?
Aya:
> No.
> Yet you feel something prod your back for a moment. Despite this, no one I'd around.
Seki:
> You're fine. Just a tad of your face feeling like someone slapped you. No one is nearby but Reimu, who seems unaffected. Maybe she's not real?
>_
-
Aya:
> Whirl around to make sure there's no one behind us.
> Pull up the phone and press the green button.
> "Hata! Get a picture of me from three seconds ago!"
-
Seki:
>Head towards the shrine maiden
>"Good day."
-
Aya:
> Whirl around to make sure there's no one behind us.
> Pull up the phone and press the green button.
> "Hata! Get a picture of me from three seconds ago!"
Seki:
>Head towards the shrine maiden
>"Good day."
Aya:
> You turn, but there's no one around you.
> You press green and request Hatate's aid.
> The phone seems to work, as you hear Hatate through it.
> "Eh? Three seconds ago? How do you expect me to do that when you went to the shrine?" She questions.
> "Obviously she doesn't mean it like that. I think." Nitori speaks in the background.
Seki:
> You proceed towards Reimu regardless...
> ...
> No response...
>_
-
Aya:
> How does Himekaidou's power work, as far as we know?
-
Seki:
>Fidget with our feet
>"Uh, hi?"
->Is she breathing?
-
Aya:
> How does Himekaidou's power work, as far as we know?
Seki:
>Fidget with our feet
>"Uh, hi?"
->Is she breathing?
Aya:
> You know that it's pretty strange. She can get information without actually taking a direct picture of the exact subject. You could say it might have to do with subliminal messages?
Seki:
> ...She isn't breathing?
>_
-
Aya:
> "Ah, does that not work? Shoot. Okay, I'll think of something else."
> Press the red button and check on Inubashiri.
-
Seki:
>"Fffffffff!"
->Go check the body
>Check for a pulse
-
Aya:
> "Ah, does that not work? Shoot. Okay, I'll think of something else."
> Press the red button and check on Inubashiri.
Seki:
>"Fffffffff!"
->Go check the body
>Check for a pulse
Aya:
> With the red button, you no longer hear her voice.
> Momizi seems to be taking a bit to get here. More than you thought. It looks like she's slowed down a lot. Did she tire herself out? And she was close, too...
Seki:
> You check on Reimu, only to find you can't touch her.
> "What do you want?" The shrine maiden questions, glancing at you slightly. Her voice seems a bit... off. Like distant, but still close by.
>_
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Seki:
>"Holy . . ."
->Cough into a hand, "I thought you were dead, you didn't look like you were breathing."
>"I came by to see if an incident is occurring. By the way, are you ok?"
-
Aya:
> Fly back to where Inubashiri is, then.
-
Seki:
>"Holy . . ."
->Cough into a hand, "I thought you were dead, you didn't look like you were breathing."
>"I came by to see if an incident is occurring. By the way, are you ok?"
Aya:
> Fly back to where Inubashiri is, then.
Aya:
> You head to meet Momizi halfway.
> "That... That wasn't fair at all!" Momizi complains, panting. "I've never even seen you go that fast... Why choose this time of all times to not hold back?"
> "This isn't really an area for youkai to play around near, you know." You hear someone nearby.
Seki:
> "I'm mostly okay." Reimu... speaks? "Something's going on and I can't really look into it without getting dragged in more myself. So I'm just stuck-"
> She pauses.
> "Never mind. Why am I telling you this when you're probably affected too... Just go away. This isn't anything you can dent."
>_
-
Aya:
> Frantically look for the source of the voice.
-
Seki:
>Shrug
->"For better or worse I'm involved. If I help you the incident gets solved, your voice goes back to normal, and my weird feeling goes away."
>"So what can I do to help?"
-
Aya:
> Frantically look for the source of the voice.
Seki:
>Shrug
->"For better or worse I'm involved. If I help you the incident gets solved, your voice goes back to normal, and my weird feeling goes away."
>"So what can I do to help?"
Aya:
> You glance around, finally finding another person. A maid. You believe it's the one from the Scarlet Devil Mansion.
Seki:
> "Nothing's wrong with my. ... I guess you probably hear it differently, then. Regardless, as I said, you can't help with this. Even I can't do much yet. We just have to wait."
>_
-
Aya:
> "It's not 'playing'. Not anymore, anyway."
> Look to Inubashiri.
> "Sorry, I genuinely thought you had a plan. But it doesn't matter now. Did you see who got behind me or who touched me?"
-
Aya:
> "It's not 'playing'. Not anymore, anyway."
> Look to Inubashiri.
> "Sorry, I genuinely thought you had a plan. But it doesn't matter now. Did you see who got behind me or who touched me?"
Aya:
> The maid crosses her arms.
> "Well, there's someone here now..." Momizi says.
>_
-
Aya:
> Look back to the maid.
> "Were you the one that appeared behind me and then vanished and/or the one who touched my back?"
-
Aya:
> Look back to the maid.
> "Were you the one that appeared behind me and then vanished and/or the one who touched my back?"
Aya:
>"So you noticed the first time. Or perhaps it was a fluke... anyways, what are you doing around here? I doubt you're catching up on this incident, as even great youkai are oblivious. Trying to get a scoop on the shrine maiden, then? She's not doing anything too interesting, I'm afraid. "
>_
-
Aya:
> Freeze in place.
> "You mean you've noticed it too? That something is just viscerally wrong?"
-
Aya:
> Freeze in place.
> "You mean you've noticed it too? That something is just viscerally wrong?"
Aya:
> "Mostly right. It's more of a feeling that everything but myself is wrong."
> The maid thinks for a moment.
> "How about we play a game. If you manage to impress me, I'll concede and help you out. If you don't, I'll get back to my business, regardless of if you notice the incident or not."
> "We're not here for games. We're looking for someone." Momizi argues between breaths.
>_
-
Aya:
> Does that description of the wrongness feeling line up with how we're feeling?
-
Aya:
> Does that description of the wrongness feeling line up with how we're feeling?
Aya:
> With your experiences thus far, yes.
>_
-
Aya:
> Frown.
> "I'd much rather we compare notes and help each other fix this faster so I can stop feeling the same thing. But if those are your demands, then I'll do it."
> Look to Inubashiri.
> "Momi, can you find the striped fairy at the Shrine while I do this? She's the one we came to pursue. Find out if she knows where her master is."
-
Seki:
>"It sounds like you are faraway. Still it is nice to know I'm not going insane or death."
>"What are we waiting for?"
>Compare Reimu to ourself and see what is different and giving us the feeling
-
Aya:
> Frown.
> "I'd much rather we compare notes and help each other fix this faster so I can stop feeling the same thing. But if those are your demands, then I'll do it."
> Look to Inubashiri.
> "Momi, can you find the striped fairy at the Shrine while I do this? She's the one we came to pursue. Find out if she knows where her master is."
Seki:
>"It sounds like you are faraway. Still it is nice to know I'm not going insane or death."
>"What are we waiting for?"
>Compare Reimu to ourself and see what is different and giving us the feeling
Aya:
> "Okay. Striped fairy..." Momizi starts for the shrine.
> "10 seconds to catch me in your hands, using whatever means you can. Ill only move if you get closer, to make it fair. We begin when this hits the ground. Ready, reporter?" The maid steps back, holding a knife in hand.
Seki:
> "Until I feel like I can do something useful."
> You don't know... she does look a bit like you. You wonder if you would confuse others by swapping clothes.
>_
-
Aya:
> Does our camera have a flash function?
-
Aya:
> Does our camera have a flash function?
Aya:
> Yes. You can disable it.
>_
-
Aya:
> Is the flash function currently active?
> How quickly can we grab our camera and trigger the flash?
-
Aya:
> Is the flash function currently active?
> How quickly can we grab our camera and trigger the flash?
Aya:
> Yes.
> as quickly as regular movement.
>_
-
Aya:
> Nod with a determined expression while watching the knife.
> As soon as it hits the ground, begin circling the maid at the fastest speed we can manage while keeping within, say, ten feet of her, making sure to not approach her while doing this. Do this for about three seconds to see what kind of cyclone gets kicked up and how it affects her.
-
Seki:
>"Besides a feeling of wrongness in everything but yourself what have you discovered about the incident?"
-
Aya:
> Nod with a determined expression while watching the knife.
> As soon as it hits the ground, begin circling the maid at the fastest speed we can manage while keeping within, say, ten feet of her, making sure to not approach her while doing this. Do this for about three seconds to see what kind of cyclone gets kicked up and how it affects her.
Seki:
>"Besides a feeling of wrongness in everything but yourself what have you discovered about the incident?"
Aya:
> You nod, and the knife is dropped.
> As it hits the ground, you burst into orbit, staring to form a tornado around her.
> Like a mirror, she anyways seems to be facing you.
Seki:
> "No,I feel like somethings wrong with me, too." Reimu says, as that gust returns. You're not gonna fall this time, though!
>_
-
Aya:
> Pull the camera out and take a picture of Sakuya. It doesn't need to be a particularly well-positioned picture; our primary goal is to get the flash to go off right into her eyes.
-
Seki:
>Curse that strange wind
->"Hmm, that could mean I could still do something or whoever or whatever will seek to make me wrong to."
-
Aya:
> Pull the camera out and take a picture of Sakuya. It doesn't need to be a particularly well-positioned picture; our primary goal is to get the flash to go off right into her eyes.
Seki:
>Curse that strange wind
->"Hmm, that could mean I could still do something or whoever or whatever will seek to make me wrong to."
Aya:
> You snap a picture, the maid rubbing an eye afterwards.
Seki:
> "Whatever. " Reimu waves.
> You spot a group of people fly by, carried by the intensifying wind.
> ... you should probably hold onto something.
>_
-
Aya:
> Is the maid still facing toward us at all times? Or has she stopped in place to shake off the flash?
-
Seki:
>Grab hold of the Tori
>Do we think we could grab hold of the grassroots network for information
>Muse about posing as Reimu to avoid annoying fame if we solve the incident
->Would our hair give us away?
-
Aya:
> Is the maid still facing toward us at all times? Or has she stopped in place to shake off the flash?
Seki:
>Grab hold of the Tori
>Do we think we could grab hold of the grassroots network for information
>Muse about posing as Reimu to avoid annoying fame if we solve the incident
->Would our hair give us away?
Aya:
> The former. Still facing you.
Seki:
> You're a bit too far for that!
> Given no one shared such info with you yet, you don't think anyone knows. Though you could probably check with Hime later to see if anyone else she notified knows about this.
> You believe it'd work. Only the people that each know you two closey might notice
>_
-
Aya:
> Aim the camera at her again, as if to take another picture.
> If she doesn't cover or close her eyes, take the picture.
> If she DOES cover or close her eyes, immediately pocket the camera and change course, darting in straight at her in an attempt to grab her with both hands.
-
Aya:
> Aim the camera at her again, as if to take another picture.
> If she doesn't cover or close her eyes, take the picture.
> If she DOES cover or close her eyes, immediately pocket the camera and change course, darting in straight at her in an attempt to grab her with both hands.
Aya:
> You try again, with her not shielding her eyes.
> The flash doesn't seem to bother her. In fact, she stops rubbing altogether. Back to square one, now with a bit more then half the time remaining.
>_
-
Aya:
> While continuing to circle, stow the camera and fire some basic danmaku at her torso.
-
Aya:
> While continuing to circle, stow the camera and fire some basic danmaku at her torso.
Aya:
> You fire at the maid, prompting her to dodge in towards you, matching your pace in the cyclone now that she no longer in the center. Or perhaps, faster, given she's in the inner circle.
>_
-
Aya:
> After a moment, fire some more basic danmaku aimed at the side of her that is close to the center of the circle, with the idea being encouraging her to dodge toward us again.
-
Aya:
> After a moment, fire some more basic danmaku aimed at the side of her that is close to the center of the circle, with the idea being encouraging her to dodge toward us again.
Aya:[
> You repeat, and she does too, being in range to be grabbed now.
>_
-
Aya:
> How much time do we have left?
-
Aya:
> How much time do we have left?
Aya:
> just about 4 seconds.
>_
-
Aya:
> Pull the camera back out and use the flash on Sakuya's eyes again, taking two pictures back to back rapidly for two flashes, then put it away again.
-
Seki:
>Get on the ground
-
Aya:
> Pull the camera back out and use the flash on Sakuya's eyes again, taking two pictures back to back rapidly for two flashes, then put it away again.
Seki:
>Get on the ground
Aya:
> You rapid fire 2 poor pictures, but the maid blinks on time with both.
Seki:
> You get on the ground. The wind Is getting stronger though. You can even see the twister built up from here.
>_
-
Aya:
> Come to an immediate stop with a slight grin.
> Shift our gaze from the maid to something behind her, slightly over her shoulder.
> Call out with a louder-than-normal voice.
> "Do it now, Momi!"
-
Aya:
> Come to an immediate stop with a slight grin.
> Shift our gaze from the maid to something behind her, slightly over her shoulder.
> Call out with a louder-than-normal voice.
> "Do it now, Momi!"
Aya:
> You stop, and so does the maid. She doesn't flinch when you call for Momizi, instead, raising a hand and catching the knife she originally dropped, which seemed to have gotten caught in the gale.
> You think you do see Momizi in the distance... caught up in your wind.
> You might have the shrine in your Disaster range too...
>/
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Aya:
> Move through the same circle enough that, assuming the maid continues her movement to match us, Inubashiri is behind us while the maid is in front of us.
> Frown and raise a finger.
> "Pardon me."
> Dash back to where Inubashiri is, grabbing a hold of her to steady her.
-
Aya:
> Move through the same circle enough that, assuming the maid continues her movement to match us, Inubashiri is behind us while the maid is in front of us.
> Frown and raise a finger.
> "Pardon me."
> Dash back to where Inubashiri is, grabbing a hold of her to steady her.
Aya:
> You depart for Momizi and catch her.
> "I-I found the fairy!" She speaks.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Well done! Sorry for the wind."
> Look back at the maid as time presumably runs out.
-
Aya:
> "Well done! Sorry for the wind."
> Look back at the maid as time presumably runs out.
Aya:
> You look back, to find the maid already with you.
> "So. How do you think you did?" She questions.
>_
-
Aya:
> Frown a bit.
> "A part of me regrets not going for broke after the first flash caught you off-guard. I really wasn't expecting that to only affect one of your eyes, and that threw me off for long enough for you to recover from it."
> Shrug.
> "Beyond that, it's clear you were prepared to deal with anything I could do when you laid the challenge out, so I consider it a victory that I at least got you to move around without ever advancing on you, since you said you wouldn't do that."
-
Aya:
> Frown a bit.
> "A part of me regrets not going for broke after the first flash caught you off-guard. I really wasn't expecting that to only affect one of your eyes, and that threw me off for long enough for you to recover from it."
> Shrug.
> "Beyond that, it's clear you were prepared to deal with anything I could do when you laid the challenge out, so I consider it a victory that I at least got you to move around without ever advancing on you, since you said you wouldn't do that."
> "It didn't really bother my eyes. And I'm glad you took notice of one of the things. I... definitely meant to say I'd only move back when you approach, but it appears my words betrayed my intentions. Well, you've impressed me enough. I expected you to use your camera to capture me and declare your victory there. But this way let me see more, specifically what you'd do In a time sensitive situation like this."
> "In short, I concede that I made a mistake, but am still impressed."
>_
-
Seki:
>If the the whirlwind is continuing
->crawl to get under the shrine
>Review the life choices that got us here at a yokai extermination shrine
-
Aya:
> Is the tornado still going, in fact?
> How is Inubashiri holding up?
-
Seki:
>If the the whirlwind is continuing
->crawl to get under the shrine
>Review the life choices that got us here at a yokai extermination shrine
Aya:
> Is the tornado still going, in fact?
> How is Inubashiri holding up?
Aya:
> No. It's practically already gone... really unnatural.
> Fine. You believe.
Seki:
> It's dying down. Fast.
> You came to see if the Hakurei Shrine maiden was on top of this incident. While she knows of it, she seems... useless to do anything, for now.
>_
-
Aya:
> Let go of Inubashiri so she can "stand" in her own.
> "Thanks. For what it's worth, you had me well and truly stumped otherwise. I suspect it's very unlikely I could catch you even without a time limit if you didn't want to be caught."
-
Seki:
>If we don't solve this incident no one will and we'll continue to have this wrongness feeling
>Let out an exasperated sigh
->"Do you have any spare garb for temporary mikos?"
-
Aya:
> Let go of Inubashiri so she can "stand" in her own.
> "Thanks. For what it's worth, you had me well and truly stumped otherwise. I suspect it's very unlikely I could catch you even without a time limit if you didn't want to be caught."
Seki:
>If we don't solve this incident no one will and we'll continue to have this wrongness feeling
>Let out an exasperated sigh
->"Do you have any spare garb for temporary mikos?"
Aya:
> "I beg to differ. You and Reimu may be able to. Well, with much more training. You seem to almost be and to notice me at extremes of time. It could just be unconscious reaction. Well, enough of that. We should focus on this incident. It seems to affect all of Gensokyo and most of the residents. Like the wind you made already returning to "normal"."
Seki:
> "No. Enough people keep wanting to try out my clothes. It's going to become popular to dress like me one of these days..."
>_
>_
-
Aya:
> Look around quickly.
> "...So that wasn't just my imagination."
> If we have them, pull out a notebook and writing tool.
> "What details do we know so far?"
-
Seki:
>"I would have thought the shrine would have outfits from the previous mikos."
>"Any tips for avoiding tengu journalists?"
-
Aya:
> Look around quickly.
> "...So that wasn't just my imagination."
> If we have them, pull out a notebook and writing tool.
> "What details do we know so far?"
Seki:
>"I would have thought the shrine would have outfits from the previous mikos."
>"Any tips for avoiding tengu journalists?"
Aya:
> You get ready to note.
> "This seems to be Gensokyo"s normal. This time, climate... no one notices anything wrong however. "
Seki:
> "Journalists... if anyone, they should know somethings up. Or have information on this that they don't realize is an incident. Don't expect you to be able to snatch such from a tengu though."
>_
-
Aya:
> Take notes as the maid answers.
> "Except for us, apparently. What other individuals do you know are affected?"
-
Aya:
> Take notes as the maid answers.
> "Except for us, apparently. What other individuals do you know are affected?"
Aya:
> "Reimu appears to be floating between this reality and another to avoid it. But nearly everyone else appears affected. I was going to check for the Amanojaku, Seija. Since both Reimu and Yukari seem unable to help, so I supposed that other strong figures like the Moriya Shrine or the ghost princess would also be down."
>_
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Aya:
> Nod.
> "We did discover the amanojaku is a person of interest, so that lines up. I have a couple of associates looking into how to find her. We can contact them at any time with this."
> Show off Nitori's device for a moment.
> "We also have reason to believe Hecatia's a person of interest, which is why we're here. Momi says she found that striped fairy subordinate of Hecatia's."
-
Seki:
>"That's. . ."
->Chew the inside of our cheek
-->"A good point. If there isn't any advice then I'll try a possible lead."
>Wait for Reimu to speak
->Head towards the twister
-
Aya:
> Nod.
> "We did discover the amanojaku is a person of interest, so that lines up. I have a couple of associates looking into how to find her. We can contact them at any time with this."
> Show off Nitori's device for a moment.
> "We also have reason to believe Hecatia's a person of interest, which is why we're here. Momi says she found that striped fairy subordinate of Hecatia's."
Seki:
>"That's. . ."
->Chew the inside of our cheek
-->"A good point. If there isn't any advice then I'll try a possible lead."
>Wait for Reimu to speak
->Head towards the twister
Aya:
> You show the phone.
> "The Hell Goddess? I suppose I could see her entourage being possible culprits."
> You notice someone approaching from the shrine. Not quite Reimu? No, they might be going past you.
Seki:
> Reimu's form shrugs. So you head off.
> Speaking of Tengu, there's already two here. And a maid. Suspicious distance from the shrine.
>_
-
Aya:
> Keep half an eye on the approaching figure while still conversing with the maid.
> "That's what Hata said. We did also notice that she was able to take pictures of others that came out fine, but any picture of me was distorted somehow. I wonder how pictures of you, or us, would come out?"
-
Seki:
>A maid and two tengu, there's a joke there.
>Approach non-threateningly
-
Aya:
> Keep half an eye on the approaching figure while still conversing with the maid.
> "That's what Hata said. We did also notice that she was able to take pictures of others that came out fine, but any picture of me was distorted somehow. I wonder how pictures of you, or us, would come out?"
Seki:
>A maid and two tengu, there's a joke there.
>Approach non-threateningly
Seki:
> You approach.
Aya:
> "Why don't we try?" She questions.
>_
-
Aya:
> How close is that figure now?
> Do they have any distinguishing features?
> Pull the device out again and pretty the green button.
> "Sorry about earlier, Hata. How are things going on your end?"
-
Seki:
>Pause
->Summon another head
->Does it feel wrong?
>Grab the head and continue towards the people
-
Aya:
> How close is that figure now?
> Do they have any distinguishing features?
> Pull the device out again and pretty the green button.
> "Sorry about earlier, Hata. How are things going on your end?"
Seki:
>Pause
->Summon another head
->Does it feel wrong?
>Grab the head and continue towards the people
Aya:
> Right ahead of you. Just staring. She seems like she has something to say.
> Aside from the red hair, she kinda looks like Reimu. Kinda. She still looks a bit shady.
> You retrieve the device again and establish communications.
> "We talked with the mermaid. She said she doesn't really know where Seija hangs out anymore." Hatate speaks. "But she used to be in an inverted castle in the sky."
> The redhead suddenly creates another head as she approaches.
> Sakuya looks oh-so slightly on guard.
Seki:
> You summon another head and hold it.
> Doesn't feel wrong... It's as usual as it always is.
> You don't look weird either. You're tempted to style your hair in Reimu's fashion a bit in experimentation, but definitely not in the open like this...
> You overhear the group mentioning a mermaid. Though no one seems to be openly speaking.
>_
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Aya:
> "Mmm, okay. That's good enough for now. Can you join us at the shrine?"
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Seki:
>"Hello. May I ask why your here at the shrine?"
-
Aya:
> "Mmm, okay. That's good enough for now. Can you join us at the shrine?"
Seki:
>"Hello. May I ask why your here at the shrine?"
Aya:
> "Sure. We'll be on our way."
Seki:
> "We're here on some special business." The maid says. She seems familiar... "Not to bother the shrine maiden, as you seem to be in the middle of..." She squints judgingly.
>_
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Aya:
> "Great, thanks."
> Push the red button.
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Seki:
>"I didn't mean to be too much of a bother. To be honest I was only here to see if she had some insight on something. Didn't really get any leads, though."
-
Seki:
>"I'm sorry, have we met before? You seem familiar."
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Aya:
> "Great, thanks."
> Push the red button.
Seki:
>"I didn't mean to be too much of a bother. To be honest I was only here to see if she had some insight on something. Didn't really get any leads, though."
Seki:
>"I'm sorry, have we met before? You seem familiar."
Aya:
> You end it once again.
> "So we're regrouping again?" Momizi questions.
Seki:
> "It doesn't matter much." The maid responds. "You should just return to how you've been living instead."
>_
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Aya:
> "Probably only momentarily. It's important more people looking into this issue get to see what happens when Hata takes pictures of folks like me. The more notes that we all share, the better."
> Glance over at the newcomer.
> "That's a neat trick with the head thing. How far can you go with that?"
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Seki:
To the maid:
>"If I could I would."
->Does she feel wrong
To Aya
>Tell her how far if we know
-
Aya:
> "Probably only momentarily. It's important more people looking into this issue get to see what happens when Hata takes pictures of folks like me. The more notes that we all share, the better."
> Glance over at the newcomer.
> "That's a neat trick with the head thing. How far can you go with that?"
Seki:
To the maid:
>"If I could I would."
->Does she feel wrong
To Aya
>Tell her how far if we know
Aya:
> "Maybe we should've have Hatate go with you then, so she wouldn't have to regroup every time."
Seki:
> You don't believe so? You feel a bit like things might be normal around these three. Well, a bit.
> You explain your distance limit with your additional head, which you never end up having to worry about. Then again, you haven't actively pushed its limit, if it even has one.
>_
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Aya:
> Look back to Inubashiri.
> "It'll depend on what information we get from this meeting. It might make sense to split up again, it might make sense to stick as one unit."
> Look to the newcomer.
> "Sounds handy. You happen to be able to do it more than once?"
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Seki:
>Nod
>"Has anyone here noticed anything - strange?"
-
Aya:
> Look back to Inubashiri.
> "It'll depend on what information we get from this meeting. It might make sense to split up again, it might make sense to stick as one unit."
> Look to the newcomer.
> "Sounds handy. You happen to be able to do it more than once?"
Seki:
>Nod
>"Has anyone here noticed anything - strange?"
> "Not really. Aya's just claiming that something's up and it might be critical to find out..." The wolf tengu speaks.
> "So everyone here, excluding you, is aware of this incident." The maid turns to the wolf, who seems slightly confused. "Don't think about it too hard. Just keep helping if you are, or go return to what you were doing before like normal if not."
> "I'm here to help. I'm not going home yet." Momizi replies. "But I really don't get what extra sense you've all developed to feel this. Or sickness..."
>_
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Aya:
> Look back to the maid while gesturing toward the newcomer with a thumb.
> "If she can do a whole bunch of the head thing, then it might be worth her tagging along. Seems like she already knows what's up, and she could help with mass long distance communication if we need to split into groups for investigation reasons."
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Seki:
>"If the shrine maiden knows about it then it cannot be an illness."
>Turn to Aya
>"So a wireless telegraph?"
-
Aya:
> Do we know what that is?
-
Seki:
>Before we even say that, do we even know what that is for that matter?
-
Aya:
> Look back to the maid while gesturing toward the newcomer with a thumb.
> "If she can do a whole bunch of the head thing, then it might be worth her tagging along. Seems like she already knows what's up, and she could help with mass long distance communication if we need to split into groups for investigation reasons."
Seki:
>"If the shrine maiden knows about it then it cannot be an illness."
>Turn to Aya
>"So a wireless telegraph?"
Aya:
> Do we know what that is?
Seki:
>Before we even say that, do we even know what that is for that matter?
> You both do.
> "Given this meeting, I'm almost tempted to suggest waiting at the Shrine to see if anyone else comes for Reimus help in this." The maid says.
>_
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Aya:
> "We might be able to do that while still sending out some investigative parties, really."
> Look to the newcomer.
> "How many of those can you make?"
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Seki:
>Shrug
->"Never tested it."
>Create two more heads
->Have the heads move to the tengu and maid
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Aya:
> Once the head is in range, grab her and hold her in our hands, looking her over.
> In the course of our general inspection, see if we can tell where the inside of her mouth goes, since it's not attached to a neck.
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Aya:
> "We might be able to do that while still sending out some investigative parties, really."
> Look to the newcomer.
> "How many of those can you make?"
Seki:
>Shrug
->"Never tested it."
>Create two more heads
->Have the heads move to the tengu and maid
Aya:
> Once the head is in range, grab her and hold her in our hands, looking her over.
> In the course of our general inspection, see if we can tell where the inside of her mouth goes, since it's not attached to a neck.
> You experiment...
> It looks like it could go either way... it could be a hole to a dark interior, or blocked off...
> The mouth side looks normal, but has the same phenomenon at its end.
>_
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Aya:
> Give the head a curious look.
> "Interesting. If you need to breathe, hold it for a moment."
> If it looks like we'll fit, try sticking a hand and arm into the head's mouth to see how far down it goes. If it goes down further than it looks like it should, try feeling around for anything while looking at the main body to see if she's affected at all.
-
Seki:
>"What are. . ."
>Can we feel the tengu feeling our face?
>Can we feel her stuffing her hand down our throat?
>How do we feel?
-
Aya:
> Give the head a curious look.
> "Interesting. If you need to breathe, hold it for a moment."
> If it looks like we'll fit, try sticking a hand and arm into the head's mouth to see how far down it goes. If it goes down further than it looks like it should, try feeling around for anything while looking at the main body to see if she's affected at all.
Seki:
>"What are. . ."
>Can we feel the tengu feeling our face?
>Can we feel her stuffing her hand down our throat?
>How do we feel?
Aya:
> You Move your arm without waiting for a response
> Past the mouth obstructions, you don't get very far.
Seki:
> You can, somewhat. Doesn't feel good. It's not obstructing your breathing, but it almost feels like it's being done to you directly. You'd say its as little a feeling as the sensation of someone staring at you outside your vision.
> "Uh..." The wolf tengu questions. Aren't you being a bit too invasive Aya?"
>_
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Aya:
> Glance at the head, then at the newcomer's main body, to make sure neither of them look horribly offended. If they don't, say to Inubashiri: "It's fine."
> Have we actually hit a physical stopping point inside? Or have we simply not gone in very far? If the latter, try sticking our arm in as far as it will go, up to our shoulder if need be.
> Does the main body seem to be affected by what we're doing at all?
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Seki:
>Shoot the tengu a questioning look
-
Aya:
> Yeah, that's good enough. Keep going!
> How large is the head compared to our head?
> Is the head solid and firm in its shape? Or is it pliant and moldable?
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Aya:
> Glance at the head, then at the newcomer's main body, to make sure neither of them look horribly offended. If they don't, say to Inubashiri: "It's fine."
> Have we actually hit a physical stopping point inside? Or have we simply not gone in very far? If the latter, try sticking our arm in as far as it will go, up to our shoulder if need be.
> Does the main body seem to be affected by what we're doing at all?
Seki:
>Shoot the tengu a questioning look
Aya:
> Yeah, that's good enough. Keep going!
> How large is the head compared to our head?
> Is the head solid and firm in its shape? Or is it pliant and moldable?
> You have seemingly reached a stop.
> Not that you notice.
> The head is similar to your size.. it doesn't look bigger.
> It's solid. Just like a normal head.
> "Hm. Wasn't she able to extend a sort of neck out from them, too?" The maid questions.
>_
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Aya:
> How far in did we get our arm? Compare to our wrist, elbow, etc.
> Look expectantly at the main body.
Seki:
> Can we do that?
> If we can, extend a neck out from the head the tengu is, uh, "holding". Extend it as far as the lesser of "as far as we can go" and "three inches".
Aya:
> If we see a neck extension, try shoving our arm in further.
-
Seki:
>Do we have a neck?
-
Aya:
> How far in did we get our arm? Compare to our wrist, elbow, etc.
> Look expectantly at the main body.
Seki:
> Can we do that?
> If we can, extend a neck out from the head the tengu is, uh, "holding". Extend it as far as the lesser of "as far as we can go" and "three inches".
Aya:
> If we see a neck extension, try shoving our arm in further.
Seki:
>Do we have a neck?
Aya:
> Haven't even gotten to your elbow yet.
Seki:
> You can, bur you think you've reached your limit of exposing yourself... You'd like to just go home now, but you don't think you'd have such a luxury...
> You do have a neck.
>_
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Seki:
> Are we presently outright incapable of extending a neck from our loose head? Or do we simply not want to?
-
Seki:
> Are we presently outright incapable of extending a neck from our loose head? Or do we simply not want to?
Seki:
> The latter.
>_
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Seki:
> If we do this to satisfy the tengu's curiosity, though, then maybe they'll stop focusing on us faster, and we can get back to blending into the background faster?
-
Seki:
> If we do this to satisfy the tengu's curiosity, though, then maybe they'll stop focusing on us faster, and we can get back to blending into the background faster?
Seki:
> You know that one small thing will keep leading to more.
>_
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Aya:
> While waiting for that neck to extend, try feeling around inside where we can reach, to see if we can find anything interesting.
-
Seki:
>Maybe if we make it awkward she'll stop
->"Do you always feel a girl up on your first meeting?"
-
Aya:
> Respond without looking at the main body.
> "Information is information."
-
Aya:
> While waiting for that neck to extend, try feeling around inside where we can reach, to see if we can find anything interesting.
Seki:
>Maybe if we make it awkward she'll stop
->"Do you always feel a girl up on your first meeting?"
Aya:
> Respond without looking at the main body.
> "Information is information."
Aya:
> Doesn't feel like anything else this far. Just the earlier mouth obstacles like a tongue.
Seki:
> You ready to retort, but hear someone else arrive.
> "Huh. Well, at least it's not Hecatia..."
> "You certainly chose a time to arrive, Hatate." Thw wolf speaks.
>_
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Aya:
> "Oh good, you're here. Can you take a picture of the maid and see what happens?"
> Is there enough space to get a second hand/part-of-an-arm in there? If so, do so. If not, pull our hand out, but keep the mouth pried open and have a look inside.
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Seki:
>Glance at the tengu not. . .doing what the one tengu is with our head
->"Is she always like this?"
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Aya:
> "Oh good, you're here. Can you take a picture of the maid and see what happens?"
> Is there enough space to get a second hand/part-of-an-arm in there? If so, do so. If not, pull our hand out, but keep the mouth pried open and have a look inside.
Seki:
>Glance at the tengu not. . .doing what the one tengu is with our head
->"Is she always like this?"
Aya:
> There isn't.
> You pull your arm out.
> Seems to have a uvula too.
Seki:
> "Yes and no. If you have something special, she'll want to see it. But she's not usually this direct." She turns towards Aya. "I took one already. Momizi looks like the odd one out between you all."
>_
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Aya:
> Turn the head in our hands to have a look at its underside.
> "Show her, please. If you could take one of our headful wonder here, too, it'd be appreciated."
-
Aya:
> Turn the head in our hands to have a look at its underside.
> "Show her, please. If you could take one of our headful wonder here, too, it'd be appreciated."
Aya:
> Nothing particularly visible. You can't see the tongue from this way.
>"I did a group shot already. You want individual ones?" Hatate asks.
>_
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Aya:
> "Oh, I didn't realize you meant everyone everyone. Good thinking. Go ahead and show the maid what you have, then."
> Rotate the head so we're back to looking at it face-on, and keep the mouth open again.
> Summon a crow through wind communication.
> Once it arrives, look at it and nod our head in the direction of the head in our hands.
> "Go in there and check out what's inside. Let me know if you see anything interesting."
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Seki
>Go over to see the picture
->"So one commonality."
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Aya:
> "Oh, I didn't realize you meant everyone everyone. Good thinking. Go ahead and show the maid what you have, then."
> Rotate the head so we're back to looking at it face-on, and keep the mouth open again.
> Summon a crow through wind communication.
> Once it arrives, look at it and nod our head in the direction of the head in our hands.
> "Go in there and check out what's inside. Let me know if you see anything interesting."
Seki
>Go over to see the picture
->"So one commonality."
Aya:
> You try to call for a crow...
> ... they're certainly taking their time?
Seki:
> You examine.
> The wolf Tengu looks normal...
> You have a crow in place of your head.
> Aya is distorted, to where you can hardly make out her figure, which now includes wings.
> The maid is blurred slightly, making there appear to be two of her. Yet they're facing each other and posed differently.
>_
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Aya:
> Frown a bit.
> Call for a couple more.
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Aya:
> Frown a bit.
> Call for a couple more.
Aya:
> You call more...
> Finally, the first you called arrives. Definitely something up, especially when it's an easily accessible place like here.
>_
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Aya:
> Probably an effect of whatever is going on. Can't blame the little darlings for the wrongness. ...Probably.
> Look at the just-arrived crow and nod our head in the direction of the head in our hands.
> "Go in there and check out what's inside. Let me know if you see anything interesting."
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Aya:
> Probably an effect of whatever is going on. Can't blame the little darlings for the wrongness. ...Probably.
> Look at the just-arrived crow and nod our head in the direction of the head in our hands.
> "Go in there and check out what's inside. Let me know if you see anything interesting."
Aya:
> You try to give your command.
> ...
> More crows arrive, before the first finally heads into the bodyless head.
> It doesn't look like it went far, but it is fully within.
>_
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Aya:
> Give the new arrivals the same order.
> Then order all three: "Go as deep as you can, all of you."
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Seki:
>"It looks like the picture is showing what is inside myself. The tengu's may be connected to her speed or her ability to shift forms. . ."
To the maid
>"Do you have an ability related to duplicating your -"
->Narrow our eyes
-->"No space."
>Try to discreetly cough out the crow the tengu is feeding our body less head through our regular head
-
Aya:
> Give the new arrivals the same order.
> Then order all three: "Go as deep as you can, all of you."
Seki:
>"It looks like the picture is showing what is inside myself. The tengu's may be connected to her speed or her ability to shift forms. . ."
To the maid
>"Do you have an ability related to duplicating your -"
->Narrow our eyes
-->"No space."
>Try to discreetly cough out the crow the tengu is feeding our body less head through our regular head
Aya:
> You give orders to the new crows.
Seki:
> "It's usually been something abnormal compared to the others." The tengu explains.
> "I play around with time a bit. What that picture shows is still within my capabilities." She explains.
> You try, to no use.
> Instead, your separate head simply spits the crow out, shutting it's mouth before the others can get in, and leaving the Tengu almost bitten. Not quite what you wanted, but it can work...
>_
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Aya:
> "Hey, easy, easy! Don't hurt them!"
> Gather the crows to ourselves.
> Hmm...try giving Hatate a suggestion via the wind to ask the head's main body to open this head's mouth again.
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Aya:
> "Hey, easy, easy! Don't hurt them!"
> Gather the crows to ourselves.
> Hmm...try giving Hatate a suggestion via the wind to ask the head's main body to open this head's mouth again.
Aya:
> You instead have the crows gather up. Still delayed...
> You try to see if Hatate will listen to your call.
> She doesn't seem to...
> "Looks like she's fed up finally." Momizi comments.
> "Where are we headed next? Did we get any new leads? Aside from Sakuya here and her." Hatate questions.
>_
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Aya:
> "You have a lead on where Seija might be, and we have a subordinate of Hecatia's here to question about Hecatia's whereabouts. I figured we'd talk to the subordinate, and then split up again based on whatever information we get."
-
Seki:
>"Miss - Hayata was it? Could you take another picture of me?"
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Aya:
> "You have a lead on where Seija might be, and we have a subordinate of Hecatia's here to question about Hecatia's whereabouts. I figured we'd talk to the subordinate, and then split up again based on whatever information we get."
Seki:
>"Miss - Hayata was it? Could you take another picture of me?"
> "Hatate." She responds. "And I think this girl's actually the one my ability picked up on. Which could also mean that it was Sakuya instead of Seija... But I doubt that." She rubs her chin, before getting to attention and taking another picture.
>_
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Aya:
> While the main body is distracted, try prying open the mouth of the head in our hands again.
> If there isn't a tremendous amount of resistance and we get it open, speak to the crows present: "Would you mind trying again, dearies? Head inside, as far and deep as you can."
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Aya:
> While the main body is distracted, try prying open the mouth of the head in our hands again.
> If there isn't a tremendous amount of resistance and we get it open, speak to the crows present: "Would you mind trying again, dearies? Head inside, as far and deep as you can."
Aya:
> Though the main body does seem preoccupied and at ease, the head stays shut. Even glaring at you. Or maybe that's just your imagination...
>_
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Seki:
>How do we feel right now? Physically and Mentally.
-
Aya:
> Frown a bit back at the head.
> "What? It wasn't that bad."
-
Seki:
>How do we feel right now? Physically and Mentally.
Aya:
> Frown a bit back at the head.
> "What? It wasn't that bad."
Seki:
> Slightly out of your comfort zone and wanting to leave, but invested enough in this incident that you think you can and should continue... Physically, you have no problems.
Aya:
> The head spits out a few feathers and frowns slightly back at you.
>_
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Aya:
> Soften our look and our tone.
> "Come now. Aren't you curious about how you work? Haven't you ever wondered what goes on in there, what's different from others?"
-
Seki:
>"No, not really..."
-
Aya:
> Soften our look and our tone.
> "Come now. Aren't you curious about how you work? Haven't you ever wondered what goes on in there, what's different from others?"
Seki:
>"No, not really..."
Seki:
> You answer before your head deviates further.
> "This probably isn't the time or place to explore anyways. And here's the photo." Hatate gestures to her camera. It's just a picture of you, or was supposed to be. You look as if the photo was a piece of paper, and burned in your location, but stopped before it could get to any of the background.
> "Given her, Aya, and I share this sensation of everything else being wrong, maybe it actually is time to explore ourselves." The maid comments.
>_
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Aya:
> "...You mean like what we were doing just now, or something more spiritual?"
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Seki:
>"Likely something more productive."
>"Hatate, what would cause something like this?"
->Gesture at the picture
>Do we have any abilities concerning flames or connections to fire?
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Aya:
> "...You mean like what we were doing just now, or something more spiritual?"
Seki:
>"Likely something more productive."
>"Hatate, what would cause something like this?"
->Gesture at the picture
>Do we have any abilities concerning flames or connections to fire?
> "Either or."
> You do not have any fire related abilities or traits.
> "My pictures of you, Sakuya, and Aya have always turned up like this since Aya said that something's wrong recently. Well, when I'm using my ability, they do. I could just take a regular picture, but that wouldn't help us." Hatate explains.
>_
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Aya:
> Adopt a thoughtful look for a few moments, then look amongst the gathered crows. (Pass our vision across Hatate as we do this, so as to establish a crow connection with her, if such is possible.
> Give a crowd command: "Well, dearies, I suppose I cannot ask someone else to do something I am unwilling to do myself. Please, enter here, going in as far and as deep as your can, and look for anything unusual."
> Keep our mouth wide open once we're done speaking.
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Aya:
> Adopt a thoughtful look for a few moments, then look amongst the gathered crows. (Pass our vision across Hatate as we do this, so as to establish a crow connection with her, if such is possible.
> Give a crowd command: "Well, dearies, I suppose I cannot ask someone else to do something I am unwilling to do myself. Please, enter here, going in as far and as deep as your can, and look for anything unusual."
> Keep our mouth wide open once we're done speaking.
Aya:
> "I don't think that's a good idea..." Hatate comments.
> "Me neither." Momizi adds.
> "...It certainly sounds silly, but if there is the answer to this incident, or even a hint..." Sakuya reasons partway.
> The crows seem to delay again...
>_
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Aya:
> Look to Hatate in particular.
> "It's fine. Let's do it."
> Keep our mouth open again.
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Aya:
> Look to Hatate in particular.
> "It's fine. Let's do it."
> Keep our mouth open again.
Aya:
> Hatate seems to approach for something, but the crows finally heed your call before she can.
> ...Though... they might be getting stuck in your throat.
> Okay, this might have been really poorly thought out...
>_
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Aya:
> Ah, crap...
> Uh...is it possible to swallow them to help them along? Or are they too big for that?
> Did they all get inside, at least?
-
Aya:
> Ah, crap...
> Uh...is it possible to swallow them to help them along? Or are they too big for that?
> Did they all get inside, at least?
Aya:
> They all made it in. The problem lies in that you don't think they're getting further, or even back, without external assistance.
>_
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Aya:
> Would swallowing count as 'external assistance' or no?
> Do we think we're capable of speech at the moment, or is the blockage too much?
> Focus our look at Hatate.
> Beckon her forward.
> Try giving Hatate a wind order to help get the stuck crows down, and to follow them in and down.
> While giving her this wind order, point at her, and then stick that same finger inside our still-open mouth to point into it.
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Seki:
>Stare at the cannibalistic? Tengu
->"That. . .happened."
-->Aya ate crow today.
>"I see. What is your ability?"
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Aya:
>Can we even breathe?
Seki:
>"I feel a bit sorry for the crows..."
>Look to the others
>"...So if she ends up choking, does anybody know that one maneuver?"
>Do we for that matter?
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Aya:
> If we do get to the point where we start needing to breathe but are physically stopped from doing so, do we have sufficient control over the wind to use that control to flow air in and out of our lungs?
-
Aya:
> Would swallowing count as 'external assistance' or no?
> Do we think we're capable of speech at the moment, or is the blockage too much?
> Focus our look at Hatate.
> Beckon her forward.
> Try giving Hatate a wind order to help get the stuck crows down, and to follow them in and down.
> While giving her this wind order, point at her, and then stick that same finger inside our still-open mouth to point into it.
Seki:
>Stare at the cannibalistic? Tengu
->"That. . .happened."
-->Aya ate crow today.
>"I see. What is your ability?"
Aya:
>Can we even breathe?
Seki:
>"I feel a bit sorry for the crows..."
>Look to the others
>"...So if she ends up choking, does anybody know that one maneuver?"
>Do we for that matter?
Aya:
> If we do get to the point where we start needing to breathe but are physically stopped from doing so, do we have sufficient control over the wind to use that control to flow air in and out of our lungs?
Aya:
> No.
> You can't speak like this, nor really breathe.
> You won't be able to get any air like this.
> You gesture to Hatate and try to get her to follow your requests.
Seki:
> It's a crow eat crow world out here...
> You do not know the maneuver. You'd rarely choke anyways...
> "Nensha." Hatate explains, putting her hand in Aya's mouth. "It's not really telling the future, though."
> The Tengu pulls the other crows out, before putting her other arm in...
> And pulling both out, now examining her camera.
> She snaps a quick picture of Aya, before staring at it again.
>_
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Aya:
> Would that endeavor been more successful if we ordered one crow at a time, perhaps? Or was one crow's body enough to start choking us?
> How far inside us did Hatate's arm get?
> Catch our breath while having a look at whatever picture she just took.
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Aya:
> Would that endeavor been more successful if we ordered one crow at a time, perhaps? Or was one crow's body enough to start choking us?
> How far inside us did Hatate's arm get?
> Catch our breath while having a look at whatever picture she just took.
Aya:
> Yes, you believe one by one might've worked.
> Just enough for the crows. She could've gone further.
> It's just a picture of your throat. Though the other is a plain picture of you. There's no background since it was zoomed slightly.
> She quickly takes another, which is again, only of you. Nothing's wrong with it.
> "Hm... I'd like to try more, but I should really save taking more for later..."
>_
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Seki:
->"Who would know more about psychic power?"
>Do we know anyone who would know more about psychic phenomenon
-
Aya:
> Oh right. Has Nitori been present for all of this?
> "Hmm. Everyone at once was a mistake..."
> Look at each of the crows again, looking over Hatate again in the process.
> "Let's try that again, but one at a time this time, please. One of you goes in as far and as deep as you can, and then every time I snap my fingers, the next of you does the same thing."
> Keep our mouth open once again, waiting the extra time for a crow to respond and begin its mission.
-
Seki:
->"Who would know more about psychic power?"
>Do we know anyone who would know more about psychic phenomenon
Aya:
> Oh right. Has Nitori been present for all of this?
> "Hmm. Everyone at once was a mistake..."
> Look at each of the crows again, looking over Hatate again in the process.
> "Let's try that again, but one at a time this time, please. One of you goes in as far and as deep as you can, and then every time I snap my fingers, the next of you does the same thing."
> Keep our mouth open once again, waiting the extra time for a crow to respond and begin its mission.
Aya:
> Yes, but she seems to be staying at a bit of a distance.
> "I think we've tried enough of that." Hatate shuts your mouth.
Seki:
> No, you don't.
> "Why psychic powers? Shouldn't we just be searching for someone who knows a lot about Gensokyo, and would know what's wrong?" Sakuya questions.
> "I was going to agree with the psychic idea... but that probably works better." Momizi responds.
>_
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Aya:
> Flail our arms comedically.
> "Mph! Mmmm mmm mmmmm mm mmmph!"
-
Aya:
> Flail our arms comedically.
> "Mph! Mmmm mmm mmmmm mm mmmph!"
> "Even if this could be a sign of potential death soon, we've got better ways to figure this out than trying deadly methods like eating multiple live crows." Hatate chastises.
>_
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Aya:
> Pull our head away from her hands.
> "Are you volunteering to go in there, then?"
-
Seki:
>Shrug
->"It seemed that we could get a clue concerning the incident because of the effects it has on Nensha. Though I prefer avoiding incidents than solving them."
-
Aya:
> Pull our head away from her hands.
> "Are you volunteering to go in there, then?"
Seki:
>Shrug
->"It seemed that we could get a clue concerning the incident because of the effects it has on Nensha. Though I prefer avoiding incidents than solving them."
Aya:
> "Maybe there is something only wrong with you." Hatate shakes her head. "I'm an entire person. You can't swallow a person whole. I wouldn't do it if we had something to shrink or grow ourselves either. We've already speculated that it's not just your body or anything anyways, since it's Gensokyo too."
> "If it was only something with your body, what would dealing with it do? It wouldn't solve Gensokyo's issue, at least." Sakuya adds.
Seki:
> "Well, that's just what we're stuck with when I'm the only capable person to figure anything out." Hatate explains.
> "Not quite." Sakuya speaks up. "I can tell there's more things wrong. More than just time and the weather, too."
> "You can tell, but you don't know what to do about it..." Momizi responds.
> "Alright. How about we head to the Scarlet Devil Mansion first. Some of the residents there may have ideas if we explain our situation and what we've come across, even if they don't notice anything wrong themselves." Sakuya offers.
>_
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Aya:
> Put our fingers to our foreface and face in exasperation with everyone here.
> "Obviously it's not just me. It could work with any of a handful of us. I said up-front why I was doing it. And we're not going anywhere before we get the information we came here in the first place for. Momi, where's that fairy you found?"
-
Aya:
> Put our fingers to our foreface and face in exasperation with everyone here.
> "Obviously it's not just me. It could work with any of a handful of us. I said up-front why I was doing it. And we're not going anywhere before we get the information we came here in the first place for. Momi, where's that fairy you found?"
Aya:
> Hatate sighs, shaking her head.
> "Well, she was near the shrine with some other fairies... But then that tornado happened." Momizi speaks. "By now, they've probably recovered and left..."
>_
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Aya:
> Can we use control of the wind to feel the movement of others through the air? If so, how far is our sense?
> "Whereabouts relative to the shrine?"
-
Aya:
> Can we use control of the wind to feel the movement of others through the air? If so, how far is our sense?
> "Whereabouts relative to the shrine?"
Aya:
> You could. But given how the weather's been and how the crows have reacted to your orders, you aren't sure it'd even work much.
> "The opposite side of it to where we are."
>_
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Aya:
> "Great, thanks. Brace yourselves, and don't go too far. Oh, and here. Sorry if it all tasted bad."
> Lightly toss the head back to the main body.
> Without even waiting to see if the main body catches the head, mach-speed bolt over to the area on the other side of the shrine, flying in a bit of a circular path around it just so we're not flying straight over it as a speed fast enough to rip the shingles off. Once we arrive at our destination, look around for fairies, striped or otherwise.
-
Seki:
>Say in a questioning tone, "Fairy?"
-
Aya:
> "Great, thanks. Brace yourselves, and don't go too far. Oh, and here. Sorry if it all tasted bad."
> Lightly toss the head back to the main body.
> Without even waiting to see if the main body catches the head, mach-speed bolt over to the area on the other side of the shrine, flying in a bit of a circular path around it just so we're not flying straight over it as a speed fast enough to rip the shingles off. Once we arrive at our destination, look around for fairies, striped or otherwise.
Seki:
>Say in a questioning tone, "Fairy?"
Aya:
> You toss the head and dart off, stopping on the other side of the shrine.
> Just the Three Faries of Light... no striped one.
Seki:
> Your question goes unanswered, as your head is sent flying from the sudden gust-
> Ah, the maid caught it. Never mind...
> "Given her speed, she should have no problem catching up to us if we go another way. My previously mentioned one." Sakuya speaks. "So?"
> "She still has my device for communication. So I'm fine with leaving her to that." The blue haired girl speaks. "Aya can deal with any trouble if she really needs to. Even if it's just running away, I believe."
> You don't seem very comfortable, Nitori..." Momizi looks over.
> "Its nothing. I guess i'm just worried about what this could be if neither of us had any clue something was wrong."
>_
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Aya:
> Call down to them.
> "Hey, you three! Where'd the striped fairy go?"
-
Aya:
> Call down to them.
> "Hey, you three! Where'd the striped fairy go?"
Aya:
> "Huh?" Sunny looks up. "Piece? Her mom came to get her."
> "Fairies don't have families. You should say caretaker." Star corrects.
> The third stares blankly at you. Or maybe past you.
>_
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Aya:
> "Really? It's actually her caretaker I'm looking for. In which direction did they go?"
-
Aya:
> "Really? It's actually her caretaker I'm looking for. In which direction did they go?"
Aya:
> "Hell! Really Hell this time." Star explains.
>_
-
Aya:
>What is the third fairy looking at?
-
Aya:
> "...Uh...and which way is that?"
-
Seki
>"Let's go."
->Dismiss our other head
-
Aya:
>What is the third fairy looking at?
Aya:
> "...Uh...and which way is that?"
Seki
>"Let's go."
->Dismiss our other head
Aya:
> You. Or just the air... Maybe she's zoning out.
> "We don't actually know." Sunny explains.
Seki:
> You dismiss the floating head.
> The maid starts leading the way, to which the others follow.
> It doesn't seem like anyone has a problem abandoning Aya to her way. Even with... messing with your head, you feel like you should at least accompany her. Though you'll likely just slow her down anyways, so maybe not...
>_
-
Seki:
>Summon another head
->Send the head to Aya
>Follow the maid
->Technically you're still with the tengu, right?
-
Aya:
> Are those three crows still present?
> Point at the third fairy.
> "What's with her, anyway?"
-
Seki:
>Summon another head
->Send the head to Aya
>Follow the maid
->Technically you're still with the tengu, right?
Aya:
> Are those three crows still present?
> Point at the third fairy.
> "What's with her, anyway?"
Aya:
> You believe they've dispersed.
> "I dunno. She's just been weird lately."
> "I just feel funny." Luna shakes it off. "I'm fine."
Seki:
> You summon a head again and have it follow Aya, while you follow the maid and the rest.
> You technically are with this way!
>_
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Aya:
> "Funny? Funny how? Like things are wrong, maybe?"
-
Aya:
> "Funny? Funny how? Like things are wrong, maybe?"
Aya:
> "I don't think so? Just a weird feeling in me..."
> "Maybe you had too much to eat."
> "Or not enough. Or you could need some sleep." Star says.
>_
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Aya:
> Have we yet been able to tell on our own who's affected and who's not?
> Are we aware of any loose heads careening toward our position?
-
Aya:
> Have we yet been able to tell on our own who's affected and who's not?
> Are we aware of any loose heads careening toward our position?
Aya:
> Given you're not sure if Luna is or not, you don't think you've been able to...
> You look around, finding that one indeed is. Though less careening, more making it's way.
>_
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Aya:
> Are we capable of analyzing people physically or spiritually via wind?
> Do we know what these fairies' talents are?
-
Aya:
> Are we capable of analyzing people physically or spiritually via wind?
> Do we know what these fairies' talents are?
Aya:
> Not really.
> You know that Sunny can manipulate light to a degree, especially sunlight, which also allows her to make things almost invisible to the naked eye. She gets stronger and recovers quickly in direct sunlight.
> Luna is more of the opposite. Instead of light and sight, she messes with sound. Like Sunny and fitting for her name, she seems to get stronger and recover quickly in the moonlight.
> Star is an interesting fairy. In her personality, yes, but also in that her abilities seem more suited for finding or keeping track of things than causing mischief. Though you can still see it's use in such situations. You aren't sure if she's best at a certain time of day, or if being in direct view of the stars really does anything either.
>_
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Seki:
>Do we recognize the maid from anywhere or know anything about her?
Head:
>Head towards Aya and the fairies
-
Seki:
>Do we recognize the maid from anywhere or know anything about her?
Head:
>Head towards Aya and the fairies
Seki:
> Somewhat. You think from a duel.
> ...Right, not one of your better moments.
> You already are.
>_
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Seki:
>What do we know about the Scarlet Devil Mansion?
Head:
>"Did you find your fairy -"
>Look at Luna
->"Is she. . .ok?"
-
Aya:
> "Hmm...do you feel like the moon is out, even though you can't see it, maybe?"
-
Seki:
>What do we know about the Scarlet Devil Mansion?
Head:
>"Did you find your fairy -"
>Look at Luna
->"Is she. . .ok?"
Aya:
> "Hmm...do you feel like the moon is out, even though you can't see it, maybe?"
Seki:
> You know... little. There's a guard at its gate. It houses a bunch of fairies as maids, and the mistress is a vampire.
> "That's almost it! I mean, it feels like the moon is out, but also isnt... but it has to be, even though it... ugh." Luna holds her head.
> "Yep. I think you need some sleep." Sunny helps her companion stay standing.
>_
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Aya:
> "Maybe, maybe not. Our investigative group actually has reason to believe the moon is out in the sky, even though we can't see it."
> Gesture to the head while still speaking to the fairies.
> "This person can bring you to a group of people working on fixing whatever's wrong. If you go with them and help them out, you'll probably feel better faster."
-
Seki:
>"Where does your mistress aquire her food?"
Head:
>"It sounds similar to our little group's problem."
-
Aya:
> "Maybe, maybe not. Our investigative group actually has reason to believe the moon is out in the sky, even though we can't see it."
> Gesture to the head while still speaking to the fairies.
> "This person can bring you to a group of people working on fixing whatever's wrong. If you go with them and help them out, you'll probably feel better faster."
Seki:
>"Where does your mistress aquire her food?"
Head:
>"It sounds similar to our little group's problem."
Aya:
> "Well, Clownpiece is gone, so we might as well..."
Seki:
> "Our kitchen, of course. "
>_
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Aya:
> Nod with a slight genuine smile.
> "That's good. Hopefully we'll be able to fix this quickly so your friend can be better in no time."
> Look to the head.
> "Please take these three to the main group. Tell the group that the sick one is influenced by the moon, and that Hata and I have reason to believe the moon is out right now, despite no one being able to see it. Then ask Hata to come join me; I want to talk to her in private. She's the one with the pigtails and the picture-making device."
> Try summoning Himekaidou to us via wind command.
Seki:
> Use our main body's head to repeat all parts of the tengu's message to the main group.
-
>Kilgamayan
-
Aya:
> Nod with a slight genuine smile.
> "That's good. Hopefully we'll be able to fix this quickly so your friend can be better in no time."
> Look to the head.
> "Please take these three to the main group. Tell the group that the sick one is influenced by the moon, and that Hata and I have reason to believe the moon is out right now, despite no one being able to see it. Then ask Hata to come join me; I want to talk to her in private. She's the one with the pigtails and the picture-making device."
> Try summoning Himekaidou to us via wind command.
Seki:
> Use our main body's head to repeat all parts of the tengu's message to the main group.
>Kilgamayan
Aya:
> You explain your message and try to call for Hatate.
> "I'm not sick. Just feeling weird." Luna explains.
> "Don't forget we have these, too..." You hear Hatate's voice from that phone you have. "I'm on my way."
Seki:
> You relay the message, but it seems like Hatate already seems to be leaving.
>_
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Aya:
> Poke the green button.
> "Oh, right."
> Poke the red button.
SekiHead:
> Look at the fairies.
> "This way."
> Fly back to the main group.
-
Seki:
>"We found a fairy that knows something is wrong. She should be coming."
Head:
>Create a duplicate to follow Aya
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Aya:
> "Oh, and before we split up, you don't need to follow me. We have the phones, and I really do want to speak to Hata privately."
-
Aya:
> Poke the green button.
> "Oh, right."
> Poke the red button.
SekiHead:
> Look at the fairies.
> "This way."
> Fly back to the main group.
Seki:
>"We found a fairy that knows something is wrong. She should be coming."
Head:
>Create a duplicate to follow Aya
Aya:
> "Oh, and before we split up, you don't need to follow me. We have the phones, and I really do want to speak to Hata privately."
Aya:
> You relay your messages and wait.
Seki:
> You start guiding the fairy trio towards where the group was.
> You try, but you can't seem to make a head from a bodyless head. Seems you'll have to make another from the source instead.
>_
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Aya:
> While we wait, try feeling for nearby presences through wind.
-
Seki:
>Is there anything special about the head currently on our body?
-
Aya:
> While we wait, try feeling for nearby presences through wind.
Seki:
>Is there anything special about the head currently on our body?
Aya:
> You try, but the wind is still weird.
> You can notice those here by it, at least.
> Hatate seems to be arriving
Seki:
> Not really. Aside from it being the original. That's just how you work.
>_
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Aya:
> Give her a wave as she approaches.
-
Aya:
> Give her a wave as she approaches.
Aya:
> You wave Hatate over while the fairies and the head leave.
> Or not, as a replacement head Is on its way.
>_
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Aya:
> Look to Himekaidou.
> "Hey. Looks like we either need to find how to get to Hell, or we head upward to the Shining Needle Castle."
> Look to the replacement head.
> "And I really would appreciate a chance to have a private conversation, if you don't mind."
-
Seki
>Wave at the fairies
Head with fairies
>"The person waving is me."
Head with Aya
>"I had a feeling we shouldn't part ways. You can always plug my ears if you need a private conversation."
-
Aya:
> Frown.
> "Fine."
-
Aya:
> Look to Himekaidou.
> "Hey. Looks like we either need to find how to get to Hell, or we head upward to the Shining Needle Castle."
> Look to the replacement head.
> "And I really would appreciate a chance to have a private conversation, if you don't mind."
Seki
>Wave at the fairies
Head with fairies
>"The person waving is me."
Head with Aya
>"I had a feeling we shouldn't part ways. You can always plug my ears if you need a private conversation."
Aya:
> Frown.
> "Fine."
Aya:
> "One way we already know how to get to..." Hatate speaks, then crosses her arms. "You'd think a head would know when two people need a moment alone. But ah well. You were the one curious about her head so much anyways, Aya."
Seki:
> You regroup with the stopped group, which continues now that the fairies joined.
> "I guess Luna feels like there's something with the moon... so..." The orange fairy looks around.
> "Understandable... I wouldn't write that off as useless. It gives us another place to check after the mansion." The maid speaks.
> "The moon itself?" The fairy asks.
> "No."
>_
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Aya:
> Take on a slight tone of being defeated to our speech.
> "Yeah, I know. C'mon, let's get to investigating."
> Begin flying toward the Shining Needle Castle at a clip Hatate can match without stressing herself.
> Once travel has begun, cover the head's ears.
> "So I...have a bit of a worry. You know how I have control over crows, right? I hadn't thought of it until today, but I'm worried about the possibility that my control might bleed over onto fellow karasu tengu."
-
Seki:
>Continue following
->"I'm afraid I don't understand. Where will the moon lead us?"
-
Aya:
> Take on a slight tone of being defeated to our speech.
> "Yeah, I know. C'mon, let's get to investigating."
> Begin flying toward the Shining Needle Castle at a clip Hatate can match without stressing herself.
> Once travel has begun, cover the head's ears.
> "So I...have a bit of a worry. You know how I have control over crows, right? I hadn't thought of it until today, but I'm worried about the possibility that my control might bleed over onto fellow karasu tengu."
Seki:
>Continue following
->"I'm afraid I don't understand. Where will the moon lead us?"
Aya:
> You carry the head and start for Youkai Mountain, and the castle above it.
> "Control? Like, moving them like they're your own hands? I don't think so." Hatate argues. "You're just reliable. And probably have plenty of other leadership traits. I mean, Momizi doesn't ignore everything you say, for example."
Seki:
> "We aren't going to the moon." Sakuya repeats. "I'm just thinking about checking with some people who know a lot about the moon, and if this fairy is actually onto something."
>_
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Aya:
> "I don't mean quite to that degree. I mean more, like, well, I can give crows orders and commands, and they'll do what I say. I'm worried that we karasu are sufficiently related to crows that me telling other karasu to do things might influence them to do those things."
> Frown.
> "Like, I mean, not in the good way. Obviously I want to have influence, and if I ask or tell someone to do something, I want them to do it. But I want those things to happen because my words and ideas have merit, not because I'm unintentionally influencing their subconscious or something like that, you know?"
> "It's funny you mention Momi, because she's actually what got me thinking about this. I tried to get her to let me carry her the same way I did with you, and heavens above, she did everything she could to deflect the idea and shoot me down short of outright saying 'no'. But you agreed to it almost immediately, even though the way we went about it was potentially really embarrassing for you."
-
Seki:
>"Hmmm."
-
Aya:
> "I don't mean quite to that degree. I mean more, like, well, I can give crows orders and commands, and they'll do what I say. I'm worried that we karasu are sufficiently related to crows that me telling other karasu to do things might influence them to do those things."
> Frown.
> "Like, I mean, not in the good way. Obviously I want to have influence, and if I ask or tell someone to do something, I want them to do it. But I want those things to happen because my words and ideas have merit, not because I'm unintentionally influencing their subconscious or something like that, you know?"
> "It's funny you mention Momi, because she's actually what got me thinking about this. I tried to get her to let me carry her the same way I did with you, and heavens above, she did everything she could to deflect the idea and shoot me down short of outright saying 'no'. But you agreed to it almost immediately, even though the way we went about it was potentially really embarrassing for you."
Seki:
>"Hmmm."
Aya:
> "Why do you think I got off on my own when we got closer to others?" Hatate questions. "It's not as embarrassing if there's no one to witness anything."
Seki:
> "We aren't going to the moon." The maid crosses her arms, repeating firmly.
> "What if the moon is important to Luna feeling weird? What if we have to go there and fix it?" One of the other fairies asks.
> "Then we'd have to go to the moon, right?" The other fairy reasons.
> "I hope we don't have to..." The kappa worries.
>_
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Seki:
>"I didn't say anything."
>"Luna, is it only the moon that feels wrong? Do you get that sense from anything else?"
-
Aya:
> "That's the thing. Even with no one else around, she really tried avoiding doing it. And it wasn't just that; earlier, when I gave those crows the command to investigate inside me, I made sure to look at you as well while saying those things, and I noticed that you actually started moving toward me before any of those crows did, even though they got to me first."
-
Seki:
>"I didn't say anything."
>"Luna, is it only the moon that feels wrong? Do you get that sense from anything else?"
Aya:
> "That's the thing. Even with no one else around, she really tried avoiding doing it. And it wasn't just that; earlier, when I gave those crows the command to investigate inside me, I made sure to look at you as well while saying those things, and I noticed that you actually started moving toward me before any of those crows did, even though they got to me first."
Aya:
> "...Well, I didn't actually go inside you like the crows did, though." She reasons.
Seki:
> "I only have a connection to the moon. In it's light, I recover faster than normal. Sunny is like that, but in the sunlight." The fairy explains. "So I don't really notice anything else, like if spring is being weird or something. That's Lily's job."
>_
-
Aya:
> "You didn't, but that could very well have been because they went first and got stuck. Maybe you'd do it now if I told you to, since they're no longer a factor."
-
Aya:
> "You didn't, but that could very well have been because they went first and got stuck. Maybe you'd do it now if I told you to, since they're no longer a factor."
Aya:
> "Go ahead and ask, then. We'll put it to the test."
>_
-
Aya:
> "Alright, let's try it."
> Come to a stop.
> Move the head so we're holding it behind us, having it facing away from us, while we still cover its ears.
> Look directly at Himekaidou.
> "Hata, go inside here, as far and as deep as you can, and check out what's inside. Let me know if you see anything interesting; there could be clues as to how or why I'm being affected."
> Hold our mouth wide open.
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Aya:
> "Alright, let's try it."
> Come to a stop.
> Move the head so we're holding it behind us, having it facing away from us, while we still cover its ears.
> Look directly at Himekaidou.
> "Hata, go inside here, as far and as deep as you can, and check out what's inside. Let me know if you see anything interesting; there could be clues as to how or why I'm being affected."
> Hold our mouth wide open.
Aya:
> You face the head away, but still cover her ears, and give Hatate a command.
> She simply crosses her arms, staying put.
> "As I thought." She nods. "See, it's no worry." She resumes the flight towards the castle in view.
>_
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Aya:
> Don't follow just yet.
> "It's not 'no worry'. There could be something in there, for all we know. Even the maid considered the idea. Please, I need you to check it out."
> Open our mouth again.
-
Aya:
> Don't follow just yet.
> "It's not 'no worry'. There could be something in there, for all we know. Even the maid considered the idea. Please, I need you to check it out."
> Open our mouth again.
Aya:
> "Ah, right. On that note, the pictures I took didn't show anything irregular for you. Even the one inside you." Hatate turns. "If anything, I'd think it's others that have something wrong. Or maybe us, the ones that didn't get the feeling that everything else is wrong, have some issue."
>_
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Aya:
> Raise an eyebrow.
> "You can't possibly have gotten as much internal coverage from pictures as you could from looking around inside yourself. You do raise an interesting point, though...I can investigate in you after you investigate in me."
-
Seki:
>"Hmm, so everything else feels fine: your friends, the trees, yourself?"
-
Aya:
> Raise an eyebrow.
> "You can't possibly have gotten as much internal coverage from pictures as you could from looking around inside yourself. You do raise an interesting point, though...I can investigate in you after you investigate in me."
Seki:
>"Hmm, so everything else feels fine: your friends, the trees, yourself?"
Aya:
> "Don't underestimate my abilities."
Seki:
> "Yeah. I guess so."
>_
-
Seki:
>"I see."
-
Aya:
> "I didn't mean it like that. I just want to be thorough. I need you to do this for me. Please, Hata."
-
Seki:
>"I see."
Aya:
> "I didn't mean it like that. I just want to be thorough. I need you to do this for me. Please, Hata."
Aya:
> Hatate seems to start thinking to herself as you travel... you wonder if she's considering it now.
Seki:
> You can see your group is approaching the Misty Lake.
>_
-
Aya:
> "I know it sounds an outlandish ask, but I'm sure you can do it."
-
Aya:
> "I know it sounds an outlandish ask, but I'm sure you can do it."
Aya:
> Hatate starts to fiddle with her camera...
> ...
> "Huh..." She looks up at the sky, then resumes.
>_
-
Aya:
> Frown.
> "C'mon, Hata, don't ignore me like this..."
-
Aya:
> Frown.
> "C'mon, Hata, don't ignore me like this..."
Aya:
> "Sorry. I was thinking about something with what we have so far. Like how you say you feel like everything but yourself feels wrong."
> She pauses, and quickly messes with her camera again.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Is it something you could do while inside me? That way you can fully concentrate on it while I bring you with me."
-
Aya:
> "Is it something you could do while inside me? That way you can fully concentrate on it while I bring you with me."
Aya:
> "I wouldn't even fit anyways... okay, not that. Then..."
> More fiddling...
> A pause...
> ...
> "Hey, real quick. Do you know what it means to be pure? If like, a place is pure or something?" Hatate questions.
>_
-
> How familiar are we with purity in the spiritual/metaphysical sense?
-
> How familiar are we with purity in the spiritual/metaphysical sense?
Aya:
> You've heard of the concept a couple of times. You know that Eientei's residents would know the most about it, as well.
>_
-
Aya:
> "You'd fit. Trust me on that. That's why I keep asking. Please go in."
> Adopt a thinking expression.
> "As for purity...I know enough to know Eientei are probably the local experts on the matter. ...Which would line up with the moon weirdness."
-
Aya:
> "You'd fit. Trust me on that. That's why I keep asking. Please go in."
> Adopt a thinking expression.
> "As for purity...I know enough to know Eientei are probably the local experts on the matter. ...Which would line up with the moon weirdness."
Aya:
> "Not sure if my abilities can get anything else to know about... and what do you mean trust you. Have you done it before?"
> You've arrived.
>_
-
Aya:
> "I have a theory I'm pretty confident in. Confident enough that I'm asking this of you even though I already choked once on something smaller than you."
-
Aya:
> "I have a theory I'm pretty confident in. Confident enough that I'm asking this of you even though I already choked once on something smaller than you."
Aya:
> "And you're confident that we'll find something of note better than checking for the Amanojaku first?" Hatate questions.
>_
-
Aya:
> "We can do both at once. I can check for the amanojaku while you do the internal investigation. I've already shown I'm not hindered at all by carrying you, after all."
-
Seki:
>Pull our cloak tight around our shoulders
>Are we cold?
-
Aya:
> "We can do both at once. I can check for the amanojaku while you do the internal investigation. I've already shown I'm not hindered at all by carrying you, after all."
Seki:
>Pull our cloak tight around our shoulders
>Are we cold?
Aya:
> "Have her head check you, then." Hatate points. "She seems to be able to move around just fine, better than a crow would be able to since they have to use their wings. And is smaller. And in an emergency, I can pull her out, whereas only you'd be available to try if I were trying to go in." Hatate reasons.
Seki:
> You wrap your cloak around yourself.
> No.
> The maid continues to lead, while the fairies look around as they follow.
>_
-
Aya:
> Is there even a part of the head that we could initially get into our mouth to begin such a process?
> "I did consider that, but assuming my theory is right, what makes it work with you doesn't apply to her. I asked for you specifically for a reason."
-
Seki:
>Continue to follow
Head with Aya
>Try to inconspicuously read Hatate's lips
-
Aya:
> Is there even a part of the head that we could initially get into our mouth to begin such a process?
> "I did consider that, but assuming my theory is right, what makes it work with you doesn't apply to her. I asked for you specifically for a reason."
Seki:
>Continue to follow
Head with Aya
>Try to inconspicuously read Hatate's lips
Aya:
> Just the head...
> "Well, will you explain, or will we start looking for Seija?"
Seki:
> You're not facing them. Unfortunately. Aya still has you held away.
> You wonder if you're at the destination or not. They've been going pretty fast, but are stopped now...
> You continue following the maid, reaching the gate of that mansion.
> "Oh? Did you make some friends, Sakuya?" The guard questions.
>_
-
Aya:
> "I want to, believe me, but I fear explaining the theory to you would end up invalidating it. I've been choosing my words pretty carefully this entire time."
> Adopt a thoughtful look.
> "...I guess I can at least say that, if you want me to stop nagging you about it, all you need to do is believe in me that believes in you and do what I've asked you."
-
Aya:
> "I want to, believe me, but I fear explaining the theory to you would end up invalidating it. I've been choosing my words pretty carefully this entire time."
> Adopt a thoughtful look.
> "...I guess I can at least say that, if you want me to stop nagging you about it, all you need to do is believe in me that believes in you and do what I've asked you."
Aya:
> "Not tricking me." Hatate crosses her arms. "Nu uh."
>_
-
Aya:
> Frown.
> "I'm not trying to trick you, Hata. If you insist, I will say that's not the only way to get me to stop. But it's the only one I can tell you. Besides, what do you have to lose? The head can't see or hear and there's no one else that'll see, so there's nothing to be embarrassed about."
-
Seki:
>"Miss Sakuya invited us to help solve the current incident."
-
Aya:
> Frown.
> "I'm not trying to trick you, Hata. If you insist, I will say that's not the only way to get me to stop. But it's the only one I can tell you. Besides, what do you have to lose? The head can't see or hear and there's no one else that'll see, so there's nothing to be embarrassed about."
Seki:
>"Miss Sakuya invited us to help solve the current incident."
Aya:
> "Now then, I wonder where she's holed up in there..." Hatate ignores, heading into the inverted castle.
Seki:
> "It's moreso that they may be able to do something about it." Sakuya corrects.
> "Does that mean you're returning early, then?"
> "Not quite. I'd like to know if you notice a pattern or differences between our group here."
> "Hm..." Meiling glances around.
> "Not in outfits... Something significant." Sakuya adds.
>_
-
Aya:
> Follow in irritation.
> "Ugh, come on..."
-
Seki:
>Do we know if Gensoky ley lines?
>"Not species. Location? Abilities? Spiritual nature?"
-
Aya:
> Follow in irritation.
> "Ugh, come on..."
Seki:
>Do we know if Gensoky ley lines?
>"Not species. Location? Abilities? Spiritual nature?"
Aya:
> You follow...
> Hatate stops and turns to you.
> "You're not dying yet. So you're alr-"
> "You girls are flying too high past your limit." You hear the familiar voice of Seija, as she appears out of thin air behind Hatate, spooking the poor girl. "Go play back down at the mountain."
Seki:
> You do not know.
> "Just a feeling. I'm not too sure what's specific about it." Meiling responds. "Or maybe, the lack of it among some of you." She feels for herself. "How weird."
> "The redhead and myself, right?" Sakuya questions.
> "Yeah, just you two."
> "Not Luna?" The orange fairy questions.
> "I don't think so. You might have better luck asking Daiyousei about fairy problems." Meiling recommends.
> "Well, this isn't really about their problems..." The kappa looks aside.
>_
-
Aya:
> Immediately return to our default professional demeanor.
> "Oh, perfect, exactly who we wanted to see. How are things?"
-
Aya:
> Immediately return to our default professional demeanor.
> "Oh, perfect, exactly who we wanted to see. How are things?"
Aya:
> "I've got bigger things to worry about than an interview. Buzz off, and don't eat my castle."
>_
-
Aya:
> "Are those bigger things related to how everything is existentially wrong?"
-
Aya:
> "Are those bigger things related to how everything is existentially wrong?"
Aya:
> "Yes. Given you're more concerned about lunch though, you should check the base of the mountain for that harvest goddess."
>_
-
Aya:
> "We're here to figure out how to fix it, because I'm already tired of feeling it. Hata here has info that suggests you're a particular person of interest in that regard."
-
Aya:
> "We're here to figure out how to fix it, because I'm already tired of feeling it. Hata here has info that suggests you're a particular person of interest in that regard."
Aya:
> "Not much sign of the culprit yet. So not much can be done right now..."
>_
-
Aya:
> "Then let's at least exchange notes, so that maybe we have separate pieces we can put together. What have you learned so far?"
-
Seki:
>"Luna is like Reimu in that case."
-
Aya:
> "Then let's at least exchange notes, so that maybe we have separate pieces we can put together. What have you learned so far?"
Seki:
>"Luna is like Reimu in that case."
Aya:
> "I don't need you ruining my plans."
> "Isn't she pretty strong though?" You hear another voice, as that Inchling pops out of Seija's outfit.
> "I thought I told you to stay quiet?"
> "Give them a chance!"
> "...If I tell you what I know, then I'm not helping out in this whole thing afterwards. You can go at it yourselves." Seija reasons.
> "What?!"
Seki:
> "Ask the one who knows more about fairies." The gate guard shrugs.
>_
-
Aya:
> Frown a bit.
> "Why would you willingly back off from helping end whatever this is? Do you want to keep feeling this way?"
-
Seki:
>"I have my doubts in this case, but it is a possible lead. She probably is affected like everyone and can tell like Reimu."
>"Though that raises the question of why the others can't tell."
->Glance at the three fairies
-
Aya:
> Frown a bit.
> "Why would you willingly back off from helping end whatever this is? Do you want to keep feeling this way?"
Seki:
>"I have my doubts in this case, but it is a possible lead. She probably is affected like everyone and can tell like Reimu."
>"Though that raises the question of why the others can't tell."
->Glance at the three fairies
Aya:
> "Because I can keep myself out of this trouble if I really needed to." Seija boasts. "I don't have any reason to try and help anyone else. That's just another way I can go about resolving this for myself."
Seki:
> "I don't really notice anything about the fairies, but-"
> "Yeah, we can ask Daiyousei. You said it already." The wolf tengu speaks. "This is really annoying when you don't get what everyone's talking about..."
> "It's just people being unsure and repeating things they've already said." The kappa replies. "I'll make sure you don't have to experience that in the game, too..."
> "Ah, thanks."
> "We'll go ask Dai ourselves then. She'll just say Luna's probably sick anyways, just like we think." The orange fairy starts off for the rest of the lake area.
> Which the other two follow suit.
>_
-
Aya:
> Glance from Seija, to Himekaidou, to Seija, to the inchling, back to Seija.
> Sigh.
> Bring the head back in front of us and hold it from below, uncovering its ears.
> "Fine. Your terms are accepted. What can you tell us?"
-
Seki:
>"Should I have a head go with them in case this Dai person does know something?"
>If nobody objects, do so.
-
Aya:
> Glance from Seija, to Himekaidou, to Seija, to the inchling, back to Seija.
> Sigh.
> Bring the head back in front of us and hold it from below, uncovering its ears.
> "Fine. Your terms are accepted. What can you tell us?"
Seki:
>"Should I have a head go with them in case this Dai person does know something?"
>If nobody objects, do so.
Aya:
> "Huh. So you do think you're better to handle. Well-"
> "You aren't really gonna leave them to deal with this, are you?" Shinmyoumaru questions. "I object!"
> "It's their choice though, not yours."
Seki:
> "Well, we're right here anyways." Sakuya says.
> You start to follow the fairies.
>_
-
Aya:
> "I don't know that I'm necessarily better-equipped to handle it than you or anyone else, at least when it comes to execution. But given Hata here doesn't seem to be directly affected, I can pretty confidently assume no one that is directly affected is better at information gathering and consolidation than me, so that's what I'm focused on contributing to putting a stop to this."
-
Aya:
> "I don't know that I'm necessarily better-equipped to handle it than you or anyone else, at least when it comes to execution. But given Hata here doesn't seem to be directly affected, I can pretty confidently assume no one that is directly affected is better at information gathering and consolidation than me, so that's what I'm focused on contributing to putting a stop to this."
Aya:
> "Huh. So there's actually some who are aware."
> "Yeah, you should give them one for free, right?" Shinmyoumaru speaks.
>_
-
Aya:
> "I've found a few, yeah. One is leading another investigative team elsewhere."
> Show off the head we have.
> "You recognize this fine woman? Her main body is with that other group, so we can relay messages back and forth."
-
Seki (Ayahead):
>Do we know/recognize Seija?
Seki (Lunahead):
>"Mind if I tag along?"
-
Seki (Ayahead):
>Can we read anyone's lips?
-
Araya, stop buying kilts.
I unhinged it.
-
Aya:
> "I've found a few, yeah. One is leading another investigative team elsewhere."
> Show off the head we have.
> "You recognize this fine woman? Her main body is with that other group, so we can relay messages back and forth."
Seki (Ayahead):
>Do we know/recognize Seija?
Seki (Lunahead):
>"Mind if I tag along?"
Seki (Ayahead):
>Can we read anyone's lips?
Aya
> "Well, you're not going to be able to find anything down here. If it's not obvious by the supposed disappearance of the moon, those Lunarians are up to something. Given no one's noticed or done anything, aside from apparently a few of you guys, it's safe to assume whatever they're doing is already underway, or already finished."
> "Oh, yeah. I know her. You're Sekibanki, right?" The Inchling questions. "I'm Shinmyoumaru. I've heard of your group from a couple of your friends."
Seki:
> You believe you do. She was a criminal or something...
> Your ears aren't covered anymore.
> "So, do you know where Dai hangs out?"
> "...Nooo...?"
> "Should we just look around, then?"
> "We're bound to find her around here. She always is. I think."
> "She's usually with Cirno, isn't she?"
> "I thought it was Lily she was always around."
> "Gah, either way, she should be near the lake!"
> "I don't see her anywhere, though..." The fairies chatter.
>_
-
Seki:
>What is happening at the gate?
(Fairyhead)
>"Let's just find this Cirno and see if Daiyousei is with her."
(Aya-head)
>"I'm Sekibanki, yes. It is an honor to meet you princess."
-
Aya:
> Nod while writing notes.
> "Good, that lines up with one line we wanted to pursue. We'll need to prioritize that now."
-
Seki:
>What is happening at the gate?
(Fairyhead)
>"Let's just find this Cirno and see if Daiyousei is with her."
(Aya-head)
>"I'm Sekibanki, yes. It is an honor to meet you princess."
Aya:
> Nod while writing notes.
> "Good, that lines up with one line we wanted to pursue. We'll need to prioritize that now."
Aya:
> You take note.
> "What, you're just going to recklessly try and reach the moon?" Seija questions.
Seki:
> "I thought you didn't want to meet anyone. Mm... I still doubt I should ask that since the other two declined..."
> The maid is gone. The kappa and the wolf tengu appear to be setting up something.
> "I guess..." The fairies agree, leading you to the ice fairy's home.
> Cirno appears to be sleeping inside. No sign of any other fairy though.
>_
-
Aya:
> "No, I think our next destination is going to be the Bamboo Forest."
-
Aya:
> "No, I think our next destination is going to be the Bamboo Forest."
Aya:
> "So, Lunarians and purity." Hatate nods. "Do you know which of them? And why?"
> "Nope."
>_
-
Aya:
> "Is there anything else you're willing to share with us, then?"
-
Seki
>Lay against the gate
Aya-head
>"I usually don't."
Fairy-head
>"Hello!"
-
Aya:
> "Is there anything else you're willing to share with us, then?"
Seki
>Lay against the gate
Aya-head
>"I usually don't."
Fairy-head
>"Hello!"
Aya:
> "It's better to prepare and wait for something big than waste energy trying to reach and strike them first."
> "... You want us to sit around and wait for them to win...?"
> "Yep. Hell, I might even help you ready a counterattack if you do. Might."
> "Then our option is probably better..." Hatate looks to you.
Seki:
> You rest against the gate.
> "Nnn... what is it?" The ice fairy asks.
> "Do you know where Daiyousei is, Cirno?"
> "Huh? Nuh uh. She hangs around the mansion more, but I think she was gathering fairies for something. Have you tried calling for her?" The ice fairy sits up.
> "Uh... no..."
> "Idiots." She lays back down.
>_
-
Aya:
> Keep taking notes on the discussion.
> Without looking up from our writing: "What's your asking price?"
-
Seki
>Have all the heads twitch at the insult
-
Aya:
> Keep taking notes on the discussion.
> Without looking up from our writing: "What's your asking price?"
Seki
>Have all the heads twitch at the insult
Aya:
> "Don't pursue them yet. If you do, some calamity is bound to strike. No doubt they're prepared to deal with anyone who gets in the way. But I doubt they're anticipating anything after they "win", especially if they don't know anyone was preparing for it."
Seki:
> You feel a bit annoyed...
>_
-
Aya:
> Nod (while still paying visual attention to our notebook).
> "A reasonable strategy. Would visiting the Bamboo Forest conflict with this approach, do you think?"
-
Aya:
> Nod (while still paying visual attention to our notebook).
> "A reasonable strategy. Would visiting the Bamboo Forest conflict with this approach, do you think?"
Aya:
> "Don't know. Maybe if you hide your intentions well? Or just go about it like a regular visit."
>_
-
Aya:
> "Mmm. Just to be sure, you think they're in on it, as opposed to those currently on the moon operating independently of anyone here?"
-
Fairy-head
>"Thank you."
>"Daiyousei may know about the incident as well."
Aya-head
>"And goals do they need to accomplish before they feel they've secured victory?"
-
Aya:
> "Mmm. Just to be sure, you think they're in on it, as opposed to those currently on the moon operating independently of anyone here?"
Fairy-head
>"Thank you."
>"Daiyousei may know about the incident as well."
Aya-head
>"And goals do they need to accomplish before they feel they've secured victory?"
Aya:
> "Huh? I don't think so? Aren't they like exiles or something? And I also don't know what they need to do."
Seki:
> "Let's.. call her, then."
> "Daiyousei!" The orange one yells.
> "Daiyouseiii!" The blue one joins in.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Well, they have done something similar in the past, in thinking about it."
-
Fairy-head
>Make eye contact with Luna
->Look for an unusually large gathering of fairies
-
Aya:
> "Well, they have done something similar in the past, in thinking about it."
Fairy-head
>Make eye contact with Luna
->Look for an unusually large gathering of fairies
Aya:
> Seija shrugs.
Seki:
> You look around, but don't see much...
> ... You hear the ice fairy chuckle...
>_
-
Aya:
> "Anything else? Information you're willing to dispense for free, information you'd want to strike a deal over, and so on. I suppose I woiuld even be down for humoring unrelated requests you might have, as long as they don't take a lot of time or actively hinder this investigation."
-
Fairy-head
>Let out a tired sigh
->"Her friend, Daiyousei, is further afield."
>Do we know about Cirno?
-
Aya:
> "Anything else? Information you're willing to dispense for free, information you'd want to strike a deal over, and so on. I suppose I woiuld even be down for humoring unrelated requests you might have, as long as they don't take a lot of time or actively hinder this investigation."
Fairy-head
>Let out a tired sigh
->"Her friend, Daiyousei, is further afield."
>Do we know about Cirno?
Aya:
> "Hm... how about we grant you a wish if you can fulfill an impossible request of ours? One for each you manage?"
> "Funny. You'll grant our wishes for something impossible..." Hatate friends.
> "The ace reporter has seen it firsthand. The impossible can be overcome." Seija boats. Yeah... there's a clear reason no one actively hunts this former criminal anymore.
Seki:
> Everyone knows Cirno... she may be the strongest fairy, and a pretty strong person outside of fairies too. From what you know, you aren't sure you could beat her. She's still a fairy though, and prone to the usual lack of wisdom.
> Something feels off about her today. And this house...
> "Heh. Fools." She provokes further. "It's getting funny watching you trip about. Your abilities can't even help you find her? Ahaha." She laughs.
>_
-
Aya:
> "What do you have in mind?"
-
Seki:
>"Does anyone know how Cirno normally is?"
Fairy-head
>Examine the house
>"No need to hide your own weakness behind a veil of snark. If you could you would to show how foolish we actually are."
>"Actually kinda nice to know you're no better than us."
-
Aya:
> "What do you have in mind?"
Seki:
>"Does anyone know how Cirno normally is?"
Fairy-head
>Examine the house
>"No need to hide your own weakness behind a veil of snark. If you could you would to show how foolish we actually are."
>"Actually kinda nice to know you're no better than us."
Aya:
> "Alright. Let's start off easy. Though it's fine if you can't get it. These are impossibly." Seija thinks for a bit. "A frying pan was her saving grace. And later, butter, against a vase. Through a thundersnow, this maiden bravely flies. Show me who knows what gets wetter as it dries."
> "...A riddle in rhymes? Really?" Hatate crosses her arms.
> "Screw off. No wishes then." Seija snaps back in retort.
Seki:
> "Yea. Pretty sure everyone does." The gate guard says.
> "That ice fairy? Mhm." The kappa agrees.
> It's an igloo with ice furniture about. Though there's actual furniture here and there too.
> Cirno frowns slightly, Doing a motion with her hand.
> Snap
> You feel a rush of cold as Luna is frozen solid!
> Only to thaw out moments later.
> "Bold words for someone in freezing range." The ice fairy warns.
> ...the ice furniture laid about her house isn't furniture...
> Star might be noticing such as well?
>_
-
Aya:
> Do we know of any significance of Nagae's shawl, beyond being a fashion statement?
-
Aya:
> Do we know of any significance of Nagae's shawl, beyond being a fashion statement?
Aya:
> Yes.
>_
-
Aya:
> Adopt a thinking expression.
> "...I don't know if Nagae would appreciate either of us using her shawl as a towel."
-
Seki:
>"She is a fairy, right?"
Fairyhead:
>"Interesting. You have magical strength, but do have strength of mind?"
-
Aya:
> Adopt a thinking expression.
> "...I don't know if Nagae would appreciate either of us using her shawl as a towel."
Seki:
>"She is a fairy, right?"
Fairyhead:
>"Interesting. You have magical strength, but do have strength of mind?"
Aya:
> "That's not it, and I said I wasn't going to do it."
> "Gee, sorry. Can't take a small comment..." Hatate frowns.
> "No need to be sour." Shinmyoumaru speaks. "How about an actual favor for a wish. Just one though. I don't want the mallet to cause more issues... And no guarantee it'll actually work."
> "It shouldn't be underserved, Shinmyoumaru..." Seija frowns.
> "I know. Hm... Find Kogasa Tatara, and bring her here."
> "What?"
> "Hey, Raiko's been trying to find more Tsukumogami. Besides, I hear she's a blacksmith, too. She could help us."
Seki:
> "A strong one, but just a fairy, yes." Meiling acknowledges.
> "Try me." Cirno speaks.
>_
-
Aya:
> Given our movement speed, how quickly can we scour the land for an individual?
> Do we know Kogasa's usual hangouts, or where she lives?
> What tsukumogami are we aware of?
-
Seki:
>"She is a lot more impressive than I'd expect from a fairy."
>Give a toothy grin
Fairy-head
>" What always runs but never walks, often murmurs, never talks, has a bed but never sleeps, has a mouth but never eats?"
-
Aya:
> Given our movement speed, how quickly can we scour the land for an individual?
> Do we know Kogasa's usual hangouts, or where she lives?
> What tsukumogami are we aware of?
Seki:
>"She is a lot more impressive than I'd expect from a fairy."
>Give a toothy grin
Fairy-head
>" What always runs but never walks, often murmurs, never talks, has a bed but never sleeps, has a mouth but never eats?"
Aya:
> Probably a few minutes over the general land. But places that would be trickier, like underground or in forests, would take longer...
> You do not know...
> You believe you know all the known ones in Gensokyo. Those that just start issues for the sake of it and got exterminated didn't get remembered anyways.
Seki:
> "Mrr..." She frowns slightly, mouthing something. "Runs... water runs. murmurs? hm... bed. water bed. water mou-... hm..."
> "A bodyless head!" Sunny exclaims.
> "Hm... A corpse? No, a Hearse." Star considers. Wait, what the hell is a hearse, even? Does she mean horse?
> "Ugh, that was freezing..." Luna rubs her arms. "What did I do?!"
> "A river." Cirno answers.
>_
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Aya:
> Do we know of any association between Kogasa and the Moriyas?
> Shrug.
> "Figured it wouldn't hurt to try. Do you know where Kogasa might be, or is that part of the challenge? Oh, and all three of you might want to brace yourselves."
-
Seki (Fairyhead):
>"Wrong answer, it's Dullahan Night!"
>Declare that spellcard!
>What is this off feeling about Cirno exactly, can we tell anything specific?
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Aya:
> Do we know of any association between Kogasa and the Moriyas?
> Shrug.
> "Figured it wouldn't hurt to try. Do you know where Kogasa might be, or is that part of the challenge? Oh, and all three of you might want to brace yourselves."
Seki (Fairyhead):
>"Wrong answer, it's Dullahan Night!"
>Declare that spellcard!
>What is this off feeling about Cirno exactly, can we tell anything specific?
Aya:
> You believe she hangs around Sanae a lot...
> "We don't..." The inchling says. "And why?" She looks around.
Seki:
> You declare your spell card.
> Only to realize you're not well equipped to use spell cards, given you're just a head...
> You can't put your fing... You can't quite tell.
>_
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Aya:
> "There's about to be a pretty strong wind. Be right back."
> Fly to the Moriya Shrine at our top speed, doing our cool come-to-a-complete-stop-instantly thing when we arrive.
-
Fairy-head
>Bob our head
->"A river is correct. It seems you are as clever as you are strong."
>"Voiceless it cries,
Wingless flutters,
Toothless bites,
Mouthless mutters."
>How is this fairy so strong?
//Stupid smart fairy
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Seki:
>"By 'how Cirno is' I mean how she is usually, because for some reason something seems a bit odd over there but I can't place a finger on it... Could be nothing but I just want to be sure given how things seem to be going this incident."
Seki (Fairyhead):
>Does Luna seem okay?
Seki (Aya):
>....Aya's still holding us isn't she?
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Aya:
> "There's about to be a pretty strong wind. Be right back."
> Fly to the Moriya Shrine at our top speed, doing our cool come-to-a-complete-stop-instantly thing when we arrive.
Fairy-head
>Bob our head
->"A river is correct. It seems you are as clever as you are strong."
>"Voiceless it cries,
Wingless flutters,
Toothless bites,
Mouthless mutters."
>How is this fairy so strong?
//Stupid smart fairy
Seki:
>"By 'how Cirno is' I mean how she is usually, because for some reason something seems a bit odd over there but I can't place a finger on it... Could be nothing but I just want to be sure given how things seem to be going this incident."
Seki (Fairyhead):
>Does Luna seem okay?
Seki (Aya):
>....Aya's still holding us isn't she?
Aya:
> You get back to the grind, leaving the group behind.
> And stop on a dime at the Moriya Shrine.
> Like before, your wind displaces tons of pebbles and leaves. However, it halts near the shrine itself, as if stopped.
> Though, you notice why as you spot Kanako...
> "Aya huh? Surprised to see you here." She speaks.
Seki:
> The Tengu reporter has left you behind. She was writing in her notebook beforehand, after all...
> You have no idea how she got so strong. Maybe training?
> The others shrug in response to how she is usually.
> "Haven't seen her different before... So..." The wolf tengu responds.
> Luna seems like she'll last.
> "Get out of my house if you're just going to bother me with a bunch of questions." Cirno waves.
> "You froze her, didn't you?" Star accuses. "Unfreeze-"
> "She was whining about Gensokyo and wanting to keep the fairies safe." Cirno interrupts. "I'm the strongest, so I can just deal with the problem when they get here and actually pose a threat. She challenged me, and she lost." She gestures to the...
> You don't remember what you thought that "furniture" looked like before. But it's certainly a large block of ice with that large fairy, Daiyousei, frozen within.
> "I'll unfreeze them when they're not in my way."
>_
>_
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Seki (Fairy):
>"Aren't you supposed to be her friend? If so, isn't freezing her and holding her prisoner going a bit overboard?"
Seki:
>"Ah, so that's what was off. It wasn't her as much as it was a piece of furniture near her. Apparently she has that Daiyousei fairy frozen captive in her house..."
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Aya
> "Looking for Kogasa. Has she been around here?"
-
Seki (Fairy):
>"Aren't you supposed to be her friend? If so, isn't freezing her and holding her prisoner going a bit overboard?"
Seki:
>"Ah, so that's what was off. It wasn't her as much as it was a piece of furniture near her. Apparently she has that Daiyousei fairy frozen captive in her house..."
Aya
> "Looking for Kogasa. Has she been around here?"
Aya:
> "Kogasa? I don't quite know. She's always in and out of here, I think..."
Seki:
> "Who said we were friends? Just because we're fairies at the lake, we have to be?" Cirno questions. "She doesn't even like the way I want to handle things, and I don't really like hers."
> "Can you please unthaw her? We need her to find out what's wrong with Luna..." Star seems to regrettably ask.
> The ice sealing the big fairy begins to quickly melt, as she emerges from it with a yawn.
> "I'm fine. I was just taking a rest since the opportunity arose."
> "Huh?!" Cirno, and the three fairies of light, question in surprise.
> "Uh huh..." The kappa responds, seemingly not listening as she returns to her... game.
>_
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Aya:
> "Is Sanae around? Maybe she's seen her recently."
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Seki:
>Huh, so fairies are stronger than me.
->beat
-->We're essentially a cused human with an extending neck, right?
Fairy-head
>"OK, so - that happened."
>"Does everything feel wrong to you Daiyousei and could you check Luna?"
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Seki (Fairy)
>"Well that simplifies things..."
>"Are you okay by the way, Luna? I doubt being frozen is a pleasant feeling... That goes for you too, miss... Daiyousei I presume?"
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Seki:
>Huh, so fairies are stronger than me.
>Do not parse this as dialogue.
//I know it's probably not meant as such anyway but still would rather not have this be something Seki says out loud.
-
//That was just a thought
//Soon we'll train under Meiling to fix our broken ego
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Aya:
> "Is Sanae around? Maybe she's seen her recently."
Seki:
>Huh, so fairies are stronger than me.
->beat
-->We're essentially a cused human with an extending neck, right?
Fairy-head
>"OK, so - that happened."
>"Does everything feel wrong to you Daiyousei and could you check Luna?"
Seki (Fairy)
>"Well that simplifies things..."
>"Are you okay by the way, Luna? I doubt being frozen is a pleasant feeling... That goes for you too, miss... Daiyousei I presume?"
Aya:
> "Yep. But I believe she's still asleep."
Seki:
> You're a youkai.
> "Yes, it does. But I can't act rashly or rushed." Daiyousei answers. "...I'm fine. And Luna should be fine as well. It's just something up with the moon itself. Unless it gets destroyed or something, you'll just feel be feeling weird from what's going on."
> "That's a relief. I think..." Luna says.
> "I'm not letting you get back in my way." Cirno frowns, and you hear that snap-freeze again.
> Though this time, no one's frozen.
> "You're a strong fairy, Cirno. But I'm the Great Fairy. You can't ever compete. If you want to try and fight the culprit of this, I won't stop you, but don't bother others who are also affected negatively by it." Dai explains.
> "Huh... you two changed a bit." Star speaks.
> "Yeah, Cirno's getting much more capable and stronger very quickly." Daiyousei explains. "This incident is big, and I don't know if I can save Gensokyo. I am still just one person. Maybe I can only do damage control."
> With that, the fairy starts out of the igloo.
>_
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Aya:
> "During an incident? Sounds like she's having a rough time."
-
Aya:
> "During an incident? Sounds like she's having a rough time."
Aya:
> "Hm? Something's going on?" Kanako questions.
>_
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Aya:
> Nod.
> "Everything is existentially wrong, but only some people can feel it. Appears to be moon-related. I'm trying to retrieve the karakasa in return for someone's helpful information on that matter."
-
Aya:
> Nod.
> "Everything is existentially wrong, but only some people can feel it. Appears to be moon-related. I'm trying to retrieve the karakasa in return for someone's helpful information on that matter."
Aya:
> "I guess im not one of them. It feels like an alright day. Maybe not nice, but good enough. I'll go wake Sanae and ask if she's seen Kogasa."
>_
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Aya:
> Nod.
> "Thanks. I'll be right back. I'd advise you brace yourself, but I imagine that if anyone wouldn't need to, it'd be you."
> Top-speed-zoom all the way back to the Shining Needle Castle.
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Seki
>What’s happening in front of the gate
>Do we have any saki on us?
Fairy-head
>"That's good. What are the two of you planning to do?"
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Aya:
> Nod.
> "Thanks. I'll be right back. I'd advise you brace yourself, but I imagine that if anyone wouldn't need to, it'd be you."
> Top-speed-zoom all the way back to the Shining Needle Castle.
Seki
>What’s happening in front of the gate
>Do we have any saki on us?
Fairy-head
>"That's good. What are the two of you planning to do?"
Aya:
> You dart back to the castle, arriving just as fast.
Seki:
> Nothing... They two are still playing their game. The maid hasn't returned yet...
> You already confirmed your empty inventory aside from the ribbon and rock from earlier.
> None of the fairies answer as Daiyousei continues on.
>_
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Aya:
> "Seems like the Moriyas weren't aware. Weird."
> Locate the floating head.
> "Kogasa wouldn't happen to be with you, would she?"
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Seiki
>"Has anyone seen Kogasa? Aya needs her."
Fairy-head
>Ask the three fairies, "Did you perchance see Kogasa recently?"
Aya-head
>"Give me a moment."
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Aya:
> "Seems like the Moriyas weren't aware. Weird."
> Locate the floating head.
> "Kogasa wouldn't happen to be with you, would she?"
Seiki
>"Has anyone seen Kogasa? Aya needs her."
Fairy-head
>Ask the three fairies, "Did you perchance see Kogasa recently?"
Aya-head
>"Give me a moment."
Aya:
> "Don't tell me you suspect them to be the cause of this?" Seija questions.
Seki:
> "Who?" The Kappa questions.
> The wolf tengu shakes her head.
> Meiling seems busy with... something?
> "I don't think I know who that is..." The orange fairy thinks, while the other two shake their heads.
> "Try the graveyard near the village." Cirno advises.
> "Another trick?" Luna crosses her arms.
> "If I wanted to trick you, I'd tell you someplace close so I can witness it myself. Or at least follow you if it's far, but that wouldn't be worthwhile."
>_
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Aya-head
>"I was told to check the graveyard near the village."
Fairy-head
>"Those two will deal with the incident in their own way. What will you three do?"
Seki
>Investigate what the gate guard is doing
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Aya:
> Shake our head at Seija.
> "No, I'm just surprised a god didn't notice. Be right back."
> Top-speed-zip off to the human village graveyard!
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Aya-head
>"I was told to check the graveyard near the village."
Fairy-head
>"Those two will deal with the incident in their own way. What will you three do?"
Seki
>Investigate what the gate guard is doing
Aya:
> Shake our head at Seija.
> "No, I'm just surprised a god didn't notice. Be right back."
> Top-speed-zip off to the human village graveyard!
Aya:
> You blast off for the graveyard near the village before anyone can respond.
Seki:
> "We don't even know what the supposed incident is about... I don't think we can do anything."
> The gate guard appears to be exercising in some way?
>_
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Aya:
> Do the cool stop-on-a-dime thing once we get there.
> Then have a look around for any teal karakasas. Be sure to check the air as well as the ground, in case our DYNAMIC ENTRY blew her away by accident.
-
Seki
>You've got nothing better to do
->Start mimicking the guard
Fairy-head
>"Our tengu's informant has an idea as to the culprits. Daiyousei was right in that it concerns the moon."
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Aya:
> Do the cool stop-on-a-dime thing once we get there.
> Then have a look around for any teal karakasas. Be sure to check the air as well as the ground, in case our DYNAMIC ENTRY blew her away by accident.
Seki
>You've got nothing better to do
->Start mimicking the guard
Fairy-head
>"Our tengu's informant has an idea as to the culprits. Daiyousei was right in that it concerns the moon."
Aya:
> You stop on a dime at the graveyard, hearing a few cries as... a couple seems blown away from the nearby temple.
Seki:
> "Well the maid told us already that we can't go to the moon." Luna argues.
> You start to try and perform the guard's movements... but... she's a bit more flexible than you.
>_
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Aya:
> Do they appear to be a human couple?
> Zip over to them and catch them mid-air, holding them steady.
> "Oop! Sorry about that, folks."
-
Aya:
> Do they appear to be a human couple?
> Zip over to them and catch them mid-air, holding them steady.
> "Oop! Sorry about that, folks."
Aya:
> You catch the duo, holding both steadily in your arms.
> "A-A Tengu?" The brunette questions.
> "It's alright. We're fine." The teal haired lady-
> Wait...
> But you don't see any purple umbrella in either of their hands. Maybe not...
> But maybe it was blown away? No, nowhere in the air or nearby ground...
>_
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Aya:
> Bring then slowly to the ground, so they can be on their own two feet.
> Give the women a proper look-over.
> "Hmm hmm hmm. I came here to find a teal-haired woman, but the one I'm looking for typically comes with an umbrella..."
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Aya:
> Bring then slowly to the ground, so they can be on their own two feet.
> Give the women a proper look-over.
> "Hmm hmm hmm. I came here to find a teal-haired woman, but the one I'm looking for typically comes with an umbrella..."
Aya:
> You slowly land.
> The brunette has long, brown hair. Her eyes are red. Her hands look soft and well kept. There isn't a speck of dirt under her nails. She's wearing a short dress with a matching red brooch. Just like her smooth arms and hands, her legs are sleek, too.
> The teal...ette has somewhat long blue hair. Not that long, but you wouldn't call it short. One of her eyes is blue, while the other, red. She has a vine curling around a part of her hair, ending in a flower that reminds you of Sanae and her snake accessory, while what looks like a hairclip in the form of a raindrop hangs above it, again, like Sanae's accessories, this time, her frog band. Her dress bears a strong resemblance to Kogasa's wardrobe, from what you've witnessed...
> "Like this?" the teal haired woman retrieves an umbrella from behind her head.
> Though... it's quite small. Like it's supposed to be for a potted plant or something. Not small enough to fit in a drink, no, it's still maybe large enough to be useful. Though it is purple. Such a small umbrella looks cute, and you wonder how it is when opened.
>_
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Aya:
> "...Like that, yeah..."
> Adopt a look of uncertainty.
> "...My apologies, ladies, but you both look strangely familiar. May I ask your names?"
-
Aya:
> "...Like that, yeah..."
> Adopt a look of uncertainty.
> "...My apologies, ladies, but you both look strangely familiar. May I ask your names?"
Aya:
> You look between the two, uncertain.
> "Sure. I'm Kogasa. Tatara Kogasa." The teal haired woman speaks.
> "Mm... Imaizumi... Kagerou." The brunette looks away. "I'm just out for a walk with a friend."
>_
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Aya:
> Blink.
> "...Really now. Well, alright, then. How busy are you two? The Shining Needle Castle has actually requested your presence. Well, the presence of one of you, but they can accept a package deal, I'm sure."
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Aya:
> Blink.
> "...Really now. Well, alright, then. How busy are you two? The Shining Needle Castle has actually requested your presence. Well, the presence of one of you, but they can accept a package deal, I'm sure."
Aya:
> "A castle?" Kogasa... it feels weird identifying her as that. But you're no stranger to disguising outfits... Kogasa questions in interest.
> "Ah. I think I know that one. That's probably Shinmyoumaru... You wouldn't mind being along for the ride as a surprise guest, would you, Kogasa?" Kagerou asks.
> "Of course not. I've been on a good surprising spree. I could always go for more."
> "I'm glad you saw and caught them, but do be more careful and in control of your deceleration around others." You hear the head of the nearby temple, Hijiri.
>_
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Aya:
> Look over to Hijiri (or at least where the voice came from).
> "Yeah, sorry about that. It's easy to forget humans can get blown away pretty easily when I do that."
> "Say, you and yours wouldn't happen to be aware of how everything is existentially wrong, would you? This is just a side trip for me; I've been primarily investigating that."
-
Seki:
>Continue the stretches
Fairy-head
>"I never said our group was going to the moon. There's a plan being devised at the moment."
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Aya:
> Look over to Hijiri (or at least where the voice came from).
> "Yeah, sorry about that. It's easy to forget humans can get blown away pretty easily when I do that."
> "Say, you and yours wouldn't happen to be aware of how everything is existentially wrong, would you? This is just a side trip for me; I've been primarily investigating that."
Seki:
>Continue the stretches
Fairy-head
>"I never said our group was going to the moon. There's a plan being devised at the moment."
Aya:
> "I've been made aware, yes. I'm getting ready to request a friend's aid and advice."
Seki:
> You keep trying nonetheless.
> "If Dai can only do damage control, I don't think we can do much."
>_
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Aya:
> "Excellent. If you happen to run into the scarlet vampire's maid, or a red-caped woman with a bunch of loose extra heads, or me again, let them know what you find, since they're also looking into it."
> "Also, since these two have been summoned elsewhere and I'm about to bring them there, it would be appreciated if you could cover for me socially. No one wants rumors to run around about a tengu abducting a couple of humans from the village area in broad daylight, y'know?"
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Aya:
> "Excellent. If you happen to run into the scarlet vampire's maid, or a red-caped woman with a bunch of loose extra heads, or me again, let them know what you find, since they're also looking into it."
> "Also, since these two have been summoned elsewhere and I'm about to bring them there, it would be appreciated if you could cover for me socially. No one wants rumors to run around about a tengu abducting a couple of humans from the village area in broad daylight, y'know?"
Aya:
> "Hm... alright." She answers with a smile.
>_
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Aya:
> "Thanks."
> Scoop up our two passengers, one in each arm.
> "Welcome aboard Shameimaru Airlines, ladies. Be sure to keep a good grip on your possessions, since we pride ourselves on our unparalleled speed."
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Aya:
> "Thanks."
> Scoop up our two passengers, one in each arm.
> "Welcome aboard Shameimaru Airlines, ladies. Be sure to keep a good grip on your possessions, since we pride ourselves on our unparalleled speed."
Aya:
> You carry the two again.
> "Okay...I should be fine, I'm used to rushing. What about you, Kogasa?"
> "Maybe." She says with enthusiasm.
>_
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Aya:
> Does Kagerou presently have any visible animalistic features?
> "Very well. Let's begin!"
> Float up into the air, fly in the direction of the Moriya Shrine at a reasonable speed for about three seconds to the landscape a bit of a distance away from us, and then top-speed it the rest of the way there, doing another stop-on-a-dime arrival. (Make sure to keep a solid grip on our passengers via whatever means necessary; we certainly shouldn't go out of our way to hold anywhere indecent, but if the best grip comes with having a hand close by, well, safety first~)
-
Fairy-head
>"I'm may be in over my head, but I'm helping using my talents. Even if it isn't obvious now you may be able to help later."
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Aya:
> Does Kagerou presently have any visible animalistic features?
> "Very well. Let's begin!"
> Float up into the air, fly in the direction of the Moriya Shrine at a reasonable speed for about three seconds to the landscape a bit of a distance away from us, and then top-speed it the rest of the way there, doing another stop-on-a-dime arrival. (Make sure to keep a solid grip on our passengers via whatever means necessary; we certainly shouldn't go out of our way to hold anywhere indecent, but if the best grip comes with having a hand close by, well, safety first~)
Fairy-head
>"I'm may be in over my head, but I'm helping using my talents. Even if it isn't obvious now you may be able to help later."
Aya:
> None you notice.
> You take off, gaining distance from the village, before kicking into high gear.
> You arrive at the shrine again, but with no welcoming crew.
> "uu... i-Im fine." Kogasa gulps.
Seki:
> "What if we do more harm than good, though." Luna asks.
>_
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Aya:
> Inspect our passengers visually. How are they really holding up?
> "Sorry for the stopover, ladies, but we need to let the residents here know that you've been found."
> Land and head into the shrine on foot, still carrying our entourage.
-
Fairy-head
>"You learn and try to do better."
-
Aya:
> Inspect our passengers visually. How are they really holding up?
> "Sorry for the stopover, ladies, but we need to let the residents here know that you've been found."
> Land and head into the shrine on foot, still carrying our entourage.
Fairy-head
>"You learn and try to do better."
Aya:
> Kagrrou is fine... Kogasa is recovering, fairly well.
> You head into the shrine, finding Sanae eating breakfast with her god-.
> ...
> ...
> "So are you like Daiyousei?" Sanae questions.
> "Dai... what?" Megumu is the first to break the impromptu staring contest between you and herself.
Seki:
> "I don't know about strong, but you three could definitely get more skilled." Cirno speaks. "You could probably surprise Marisa if you practice your abilities enough."
>_
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Aya:
> Keep our eyes locked on Iizunamaru while speaking.
> "Sorry to interrupt your meal, Sanae. Wanted to let you know I found Kogasa, so you don't need to worry about it further."
-
Seki
>How is our stretching going?
Fairy-head
>Watch the fairies' response to Cirno's words.
-
Aya:
> Keep our eyes locked on Iizunamaru while speaking.
> "Sorry to interrupt your meal, Sanae. Wanted to let you know I found Kogasa, so you don't need to worry about it further."
Seki
>How is our stretching going?
Fairy-head
>Watch the fairies' response to Cirno's words.
Aya:
> "Ah. Where were you? Why are you hiding your face? Did someone hurt you?" Sanae asks.
> "N-No. Im just... not... done yet." Kogasa answers.
> "At any rate." Suwako speaks up. "If something this big really is going on, business is the least of our concerns, right?"
> "I suppose..." Both Kanako and Megumu respond. "We do need to learn more about what's going on though. We were in the dark minutes ago, like the rest of Gensokyo likely is." Kanako continues
Seki:
> "So what was up with her trying to eat you?" Seija breaks the silence.
> "It's nothing. I'm glad you came when you did, though." Hatate answers
> Still tough... she's gone on to more relaxing stretches at least.
> "Would you train us or something?"
> "I don't have time for that. You'll be in the way when the culprit finally arrives."
> "So? Afraid you'll lose with the handicap of dealing with us?" Star taunts
>_
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Aya:
> Still locked. On. Iizunamaru.
> "Oh, that? We're still in the information-gathering stage, though I just got a big lead I'm going to follow up on once I drop these two off."
-
Aya:
> Still locked. On. Iizunamaru.
> "Oh, that? We're still in the information-gathering stage, though I just got a big lead I'm going to follow up on once I drop these two off."
Aya:
> "A big one?" Megumu questions.
>_
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Aya:
> "A big one, Boss."
-
Aya:
> "A big one, Boss."
Aya:
> "Well, don't let us keep you. Unless you'd like to take a break to eat with us. The shrine maiden has come up with something nice." Megumu speaks.
>_
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Aya:
> "It would be nice, but I don't want those waiting on me to wait longer than they have to. You know how it is."
-
Aya:
> "It would be nice, but I don't want those waiting on me to wait longer than they have to. You know how it is."
Aya:
> "That so? Then I'll be trailing behind." Megumu stands. "For my own reasons."
> Given she offered you to stay but now wants to leave with you, you feel like you're gonna be observed and reviewed...
>_
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Aya:
> "You sure you can keep up, Boss? I've been doing top speed today, which my passengers here can attest to."
> Heft Kogasa and Kagerou just a little bit for emphasis.
> "If you want, I could carry you as well if they're willing to share a seat. Or, if they're not, you could grab my ankles and hold on tight, I guess."
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Aya:
> "You sure you can keep up, Boss? I've been doing top speed today, which my passengers here can attest to."
> Heft Kogasa and Kagerou just a little bit for emphasis.
> "If you want, I could carry you as well if they're willing to share a seat. Or, if they're not, you could grab my ankles and hold on tight, I guess."
Aya:
> "Gensokyo isn't large enough for me to be too far behind. I don't want to get in their way. And you should be careful not to let someone see something of yours you wouldn't want them to see."
>_
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Aya:
> "Oh, I had assumed you'd just look somewhere else."
-
Aya:
> "Oh, I had assumed you'd just look somewhere else."
Aya:
> "...i would. But most wouldn't have such courtesy..." She advises.
>_
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Aya:
> Adopt the slightest of grins at Iizunamaru's pre-response pause. Based on that pause, and her expression and posture, does it seem like perhaps she had considered looking at something she shouldn't?
> "Most don't get the same accommodations offered to them that the boss gets. But don't worry, I hear what you're saying. Whenever you're ready."
> Turn around and walk back out of the shrine, to a distance far enough away that sudden bursts of hurricane-force winds won't bother it. (We've already observed that we can get pretty gosh-darned close with those with this building.)
-
Seki:
>Continue stretching
Fairy-head
>"What abilities do you three possess?"
Aya-head
>"She is a - peculiar individual."
-
Aya:
> Adopt the slightest of grins at Iizunamaru's pre-response pause. Based on that pause, and her expression and posture, does it seem like perhaps she had considered looking at something she shouldn't?
> "Most don't get the same accommodations offered to them that the boss gets. But don't worry, I hear what you're saying. Whenever you're ready."
> Turn around and walk back out of the shrine, to a distance far enough away that sudden bursts of hurricane-force winds won't bother it. (We've already observed that we can get pretty gosh-darned close with those with this building.)
Seki:
>Continue stretching
Fairy-head
>"What abilities do you three possess?"
Aya-head
>"She is a - peculiar individual."
Aya:
> You're the fastest girl in Gensokyo. A momentary pause like that tells you enough. She wouldn't have resisted stealing a peek, though it likely wouldn't last more than a second or two.
> You think your air force usually gets negated by Kanako herself. Though you wouldn't put it past her making the shrine safe from such too - especially given the Hakurei Shrine's lack of such capability. Either way, you take the two girls out of the shrine.
> "Haah... I thought she still would've been asleeeeep!" Kogasa sighs.
> "You thought fast at least." Kagerou priases. "I don't think she saw your hair. You're still not ready yet, either?"
> "Not yet..."
> "Ready whenever." You hear Megumu behind you.
Seki:
> "Aren't we all peculiar individuals?" The inch sized woman questions.
> "Luna Child. I can mute sounds. The ultimate hide and seek ability." Luna says.
> "Sunny Milk. I can control sunlight, which means invisibility! The real ultimate hide and seek ability." Sunny boasts.
> "Star Sapphire. I can detect moving things." Star explains plainly...
> You continue stretching, feeling something flow by you. Through you? Like energy? Or a breeze? Either way, it tingles just slightly, and only goes one way. Hm... couldn't have been a breeze.
> "Getting better. Keep at it." Meiling encourages calmly.
> Hm... breeze. Feels weird to think. Why... breeze. Breeze breeze.
> Breeze... despite the wind being pretty weird and tame with this whole Gensokyo deal, you kinda feel... drafty?
> ...
> . . .
> You... you realize you really, REALLY shouldn't be stretching like this outside given your state of dress... how could you forget...
> You feel like you're gonna die... but at least no one noticed... yet?
>_
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Aya:
> "Hold on tight, ladies, we're headed to our destination now."
> Zip off at top speed back to the Shining Needle Castle, once again stopping on a dime. (Make note of how long it takes Iizunamaru to show up after we arrive.)
-
Seki:
>Abort! Abort!
>Does it seem like anyone saw?
-
Seki:
>OK, take a minute to let the flush drain from our face
->Do stretches that won't expose us
Aya-head
>Raise an eyebrow at the inchling's comment
->"I believe that shoving crows into a floating dismembered head is a bit more peculiar. . ."
-->Head turns a little red
--->" . . .Than most. "
Fairy-head
>"That. . ."
->Head turns a little red
-->"Those are impressive abilities."
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Aya:
> "Hold on tight, ladies, we're headed to our destination now."
> Zip off at top speed back to the Shining Needle Castle, once again stopping on a dime. (Make note of how long it takes Iizunamaru to show up after we arrive.)
Seki:
>Abort! Abort!
>Does it seem like anyone saw?
Seki:
>OK, take a minute to let the flush drain from our face
->Do stretches that won't expose us
Aya-head
>Raise an eyebrow at the inchling's comment
->"I believe that shoving crows into a floating dismembered head is a bit more peculiar. . ."
-->Head turns a little red
--->" . . .Than most. "
Fairy-head
>"That. . ."
->Head turns a little red
-->"Those are impressive abilities."
Aya:
> You start for the castle at your usual top speed...
> And stop when you're within range of it, just a bit away from the group you left - though not enough to send them flying.
> It takes your boss a few seconds after your stop to make it to you. Definitely much better than Momizi, and pretty impressive.
> No, wait, she's actually using her wings. Still impressive, but it wouldn't compare much if you did the same.
Seki:
> You stop and sit down!
> You need a moment to calm down from almost destroying your image... You don't believe anyone saw...
> "You'd be surprised what others have done, or at least considered." She replies.
> "What's yours?"
> "I think she's gonna shoot lasers from her eyes. It looks like she's charging..." Sunny points out.
>_
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Aya:
> Fly the rest of the distance at a normal-person pace.
-
Aya-head
>Float down to the floor
Fairy-head
>"Making my head float."
-
Aya:
> Fly the rest of the distance at a normal-person pace.
Aya-head
>Float down to the floor
Fairy-head
>"Making my head float."
Aya:
> You fly the rest of the way regularly.
> "Oh. You managed yo find her." Shinmyoumaru says as you approach.
> You descend to land on the castle's... floor? Ceiling?
> "Thatd make you smaller for hide and seek, at least." Sunny observes.
>_
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Aya:
> "I did. And she even came with a bonus, someone else it appears you're acquainted with."
> Heft Kagerou a little bit as we walk toward (what we assume are) the castle lords, still carrying our passengers (unless they disembark on their own).
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Aya:
> "I did. And she even came with a bonus, someone else it appears you're acquainted with."
> Heft Kagerou a little bit as we walk toward (what we assume are) the castle lords, still carrying our passengers (unless they disembark on their own).
Aya:
> "Ah..." Kagerou speaks. "I'm the... I see."
> "Miss Kogasa, could you please head inside out castle and look for a red haired lady with drums? Her name is Raiko." Shinmyoumaru explains.
> "Hm? Sure." The Karakasa answers.
>_
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Aya:
> Look up at Kagerou.
> "Sorry. For what it's worth, though, I've also enjoyed your company, brief as it has been."
-
Aya:
> Look up at Kagerou.
> "Sorry. For what it's worth, though, I've also enjoyed your company, brief as it has been."
Aya:
> "Huh? Is something wrong, miss?"
> "Oh. Erm... I'm Kagerou. You know the one from the-"
> Shinmyoumaru gasps. "Where are your ears?! And your tail? What happened?!"
> "I'm a werewolf... I only look like that from when the moon is full."
> "Oh... now I feel dumb..."
> "You're alright." Seija pats the Inchling's head. "So, still don't want to take up residence here?"
> "It's pretty far from the places I frequent, so..." Kagerou responds.
>_
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Aya:
> "You know, Miss Kagerou, if you wanted extra ears and a tail all the time, or didn't want them ever, it might not be a bad idea to spend some time here. Maybe you could all come to some sort of agreement involving exchanging labor for wishes?"
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Aya:
> "You know, Miss Kagerou, if you wanted extra ears and a tail all the time, or didn't want them ever, it might not be a bad idea to spend some time here. Maybe you could all come to some sort of agreement involving exchanging labor for wishes?"
Aya:
> "We're not a market." Shinmyoumaru interjected. "It was just incredibly difficult to find her. Now, what do you want to wish for?"
>_
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Aya:
> Frown a little bit.
> "I'm not suggesting you turn yourself into one. I simply figure that if you already know and trust her to the point of offering tenancy to her, it could be worth your time considering a business arrangement with her. There's obviously no need to offer something similar to someone you don't know, especially given you don't know what unpleasant things any random stranger would wish for. And on that subject..."
> Adopt a thinking expression.
> "...So, I have the ability to command and control crows, where I can summon them through the wind, and then give them orders that they will then comply with. I wish to know if I have any similar sort of control over my fellow karasu tengu, and if so, what the extent of that control is."
-
Aya:
> Frown a little bit.
> "I'm not suggesting you turn yourself into one. I simply figure that if you already know and trust her to the point of offering tenancy to her, it could be worth your time considering a business arrangement with her. There's obviously no need to offer something similar to someone you don't know, especially given you don't know what unpleasant things any random stranger would wish for. And on that subject..."
> Adopt a thinking expression.
> "...So, I have the ability to command and control crows, where I can summon them through the wind, and then give them orders that they will then comply with. I wish to know if I have any similar sort of control over my fellow karasu tengu, and if so, what the extent of that control is."
Aya:
> "A knowledge wish, huh. Let's see if it can work. What's the extent of control you have over crows and Karasu
> Hatate approaches some as the Inchlimg pulls out her golden Mallet.
> You come to the realization that you can have an influence over any bird-like creatures or ones that follow the wind a lot, but you're most successful with crows due to being close to one. Your will to have them heed your call or do something has to be greater than their will to not, but it's easier for Crows and Crow Tengu to follow you.
> "It seems like it worked? " Shinmyoumaru questions.
>_
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Aya:
> Nod.
> "It did. Thank you, Princess."
> Set Kagerou and Kogasa down so they're on their own two feet again, and then bolt over to where Himekaidou is, giving her a hug, and taking on a less formal, slightly quieter and slightly more emotionally vulnerable tone.
> "I'm sorry for what I've done to you today, Hata."
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Aya:
> Nod.
> "It did. Thank you, Princess."
> Set Kagerou and Kogasa down so they're on their own two feet again, and then bolt over to where Himekaidou is, giving her a hug, and taking on a less formal, slightly quieter and slightly more emotionally vulnerable tone.
> "I'm sorry for what I've done to you today, Hata."
Aya:
> You set the two down, then throw yourself into Hatate with a hug.
> "Eh?" She questions in confusion. "Uh, i-its okay." She returns the hug.
>_
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Aya:
> Hold the hug for a few more seconds.
> Then tilt our head back just a little bit, and turn it so our mouth is right up next to her ear. Make sure our respective heads are close enough that they block others from being able to see our mouth or her ear.
> Take on a whisper with a sultry tone.
> "A shame, though, I was really hoping you'd let me taste you~ Or, if not all of you, at least just part of you~"
> Then break the hug off entirely, give a nod to the inchling and amanojaku, and resume our normal formal business tone.
> "Anyway, thank you again for what you have done for us. We can leave you be from here if you wish."
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Aya:
> Hold the hug for a few more seconds.
> Then tilt our head back just a little bit, and turn it so our mouth is right up next to her ear. Make sure our respective heads are close enough that they block others from being able to see our mouth or her ear.
> Take on a whisper with a sultry tone.
> "A shame, though, I was really hoping you'd let me taste you~ Or, if not all of you, at least just part of you~"
> Then break the hug off entirely, give a nod to the inchling and amanojaku, and resume our normal formal business tone.
> "Anyway, thank you again for what you have done for us. We can leave you be from here if you wish."
Aya:
> With forgiveness given, you give a bit of a whisper.
> "W-Wha, huh?" Hatate questions in embarrassment.
> "I wonder what you've made poor Himekaidou do..." Megumu muses.
> "Huh?! M-Me-Iiz... w-what are you doing here?!" Hatate hides her face with her hands.
> The amanojaku shrugs.
>_
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Aya:
> Do we how Iizunamaru thinks of us, in general?
> Given Iizunamaru is a daitengu, but is also chief of the karasu tengu, does that qualify her as a karasu tengu as well? If it does not, are we aware of whether or not she has any affinity for the wind?
> "Oh, right. I ran into Boss at the Moriya Shrine. She's got her reasons for following along."
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Seki
>Wait when we fly can't people see under our skirt
->Spats, we need spats!
Fairy-head
>"Cirno is strong, but with how easily her friend got of the ice she might be easier. We should get training from the strongest fairy."
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Aya:
> Do we how Iizunamaru thinks of us, in general?
> Given Iizunamaru is a daitengu, but is also chief of the karasu tengu, does that qualify her as a karasu tengu as well? If it does not, are we aware of whether or not she has any affinity for the wind?
> "Oh, right. I ran into Boss at the Moriya Shrine. She's got her reasons for following along."
Seki
>Wait when we fly can't people see under our skirt
->Spats, we need spats!
Fairy-head
>"Cirno is strong, but with how easily her friend got of the ice she might be easier. We should get training from the strongest fairy."
Aya:
> You do not. You don't expect it to be too positive.
> You believe she'd fit under your ability.
> Mugumu waves.
> "H-Hello..." Hatate says, not peeking.
Seki:
> It's fine. You don't fly at the village, and when you need to elsewhere, you keep low
> "Good luck then. She's the Great Fairy. You can't grasp what she can."
>_
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Aya:
> Look just a touch sheepish at Hatate's current state.
> "Hmm. Maybe that was just a bit too much? Well, can't do anything about it now. C'mere, Princess."
> Scoop Hatate back up in the same bridal carry that we had her in before, making sure Megumu can't see anything she shouldn't.
> Then look to the castle lords.
> "We're gonna head out. Feel free to let me know if you want or need me to do anything else for you."
-
Oh oops
Seki Head With Aya:
> If the bridal carry is successful, float over and plop ourselves in the lap of the tengu getting carried. Don't want to get left behind!
-
Seki:
>Do we feel any better about the earlier blunder
Fairy-head
>"Basics are still the basics."
->Start slowly floating after the great fairy
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Aya:
> Look just a touch sheepish at Hatate's current state.
> "Hmm. Maybe that was just a bit too much? Well, can't do anything about it now. C'mere, Princess."
> Scoop Hatate back up in the same bridal carry that we had her in before, making sure Megumu can't see anything she shouldn't.
> Then look to the castle lords.
> "We're gonna head out. Feel free to let me know if you want or need me to do anything else for you."
Oh oops
Seki Head With Aya:
> If the bridal carry is successful, float over and plop ourselves in the lap of the tengu getting carried. Don't want to get left behind!
Seki:
>Do we feel any better about the earlier blunder
Fairy-head
>"Basics are still the basics."
->Start slowly floating after the great fairy
Aya:
> "What?" Shinmyoumaru questions.
> "M-Me?" Hatate jumps as you grab her up.
> "Good luck. You'll need it." Seija advises.
> "Didn't expect the criminal everyone had trouble with to be this polite." Megumu follows behind you.
Seki:
> You feel someone grab you at the castle before you can start following along again!
> "A horseless headless horseman~?" The voice of... you believe Kagerou, speaks. Ah, it must be her...
> You feel a bit better...
> You follow where Dai went...
>_
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Aya:
> Look to Shinmyoumaru.
> "Right, sorry, I mean this princess here."
> Heft Hatate a tiny bit for emphasis.
> "Have a good one."
> Have a look back at Iizunamaru, nod our head in the direction of the Bamboo Forest, and then take to the air and fly toward the Bamboo Forest. Rather than lightning-bolting our way there, take a slower pace so as to not overly hassle the already-flustered woman in our arms.
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Seki
>Tie our cape around our waist to hide our dignity
->When satisfied try the exercises again
Aya-head
>"I have a head. How are you doing Kagerou?"
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Aya:
> Look to Shinmyoumaru.
> "Right, sorry, I mean this princess here."
> Heft Hatate a tiny bit for emphasis.
> "Have a good one."
> Have a look back at Iizunamaru, nod our head in the direction of the Bamboo Forest, and then take to the air and fly toward the Bamboo Forest. Rather than lightning-bolting our way there, take a slower pace so as to not overly hassle the already-flustered woman in our arms.
Seki
>Tie our cape around our waist to hide our dignity
->When satisfied try the exercises again
Aya-head
>"I have a head. How are you doing Kagerou?"
Aya:
> "Cute" Shinmyoumaru comments.
> You leave with the burning Tengu in arms, and your boss following along.
Seki:
> You tie your cape lower, and start to... to to get back into it...
> "I was with a friend who was invited here like me. What are you doing here?" She turns you to face her.
>_
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Aya:
> Has Hatate uncovered her face yet?
> How red is she? (Check her ears if we can't see her face.)
> "Yeah, Boss, the amanojaku seems reasonably agreeable in the right circumstances. I suspect she just wants to be left alone more than anything else. She's definitely pretty self-serving, but really, who isn't?"
-
Aya-head
>"I got involved in an incident and now I'm helping Aya and others solve it."
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Aya:
> Has Hatate uncovered her face yet?
> How red is she? (Check her ears if we can't see her face.)
> "Yeah, Boss, the amanojaku seems reasonably agreeable in the right circumstances. I suspect she just wants to be left alone more than anything else. She's definitely pretty self-serving, but really, who isn't?"
Aya-head
>"I got involved in an incident and now I'm helping Aya and others solve it."
Aya:
> Yes, but she's looking away.
> Almost as red as a tomato. Getting better, though.
> "I see." Megumu responds.
Seki:
> "An incident... You sure you want to get involved?" Kagerou questions, looking worried. "We're not usually the ones who can cause much of an impact. Or even defend ourselves against the real troublemakers as well..."
>_
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Aya:
> Do we actually know how to get to Eientei?
> Is Iizunamaru positioned behind us in such a way where she could see things she shouldn't be looking at?
> If so, are we capable of using wind manipulation to determine which way she's looking without ourselves looking at her?
> Where specifically on Hatate's body are we gripping with our hands?
> "Anyway, did the goddess at that shrine have any info for you? I was honestly surprised she hadn't noticed things were wrong on her own, the wind's been wonky all day, and she's the only person I can think of that can compare to me when it comes to wind."
-
Aya-head
>"No, but I woke up involved."
>Let out a sigh
>"The incident makes me feel insane, so the sooner its solved the better."
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Aya:
> Do we actually know how to get to Eientei?
> Is Iizunamaru positioned behind us in such a way where she could see things she shouldn't be looking at?
> If so, are we capable of using wind manipulation to determine which way she's looking without ourselves looking at her?
> Where specifically on Hatate's body are we gripping with our hands?
> "Anyway, did the goddess at that shrine have any info for you? I was honestly surprised she hadn't noticed things were wrong on her own, the wind's been wonky all day, and she's the only person I can think of that can compare to me when it comes to wind."
Aya-head
>"No, but I woke up involved."
>Let out a sigh
>"The incident makes me feel insane, so the sooner its solved the better."
Aya:
> Yes.
> She's actually above and to your side, as if positioning herself to prevent a glimpse of either of you. She's still behind enough that you can't sneak a peak, though.
> Hatate's legs (somewhat her butt) and back, almost sitting her up.
> She just relayed what she heard from you. Though it was hard to believe anything is wrong."
Seki:
> "You need to take care not to die, too."
>_
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Seki:
>Continue the exercises
Aya-head
>"I've got a good head on my shoulders, but I'll try not to stick my neck out too much."
Fairy-head
>Look for the great fairy
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Aya:
> Is Hatate holding onto us at all, since she's not covering her face anymore?
> Nod.
> "Yeah, it seems like different people are being affected in different ways. Some people, like me, feel the existential dread that everything is wrong. Others don't feel that dread, but can tell something is strange through other means and abilities, like the Princess and her camera here. And then some folks aren't aware at all. We haven't noticed any sort of pattern to it yet, unfortunately."
-
Seki:
>Continue the exercises
Aya-head
>"I've got a good head on my shoulders, but I'll try not to stick my neck out too much."
Fairy-head
>Look for the great fairy
Aya:
> Is Hatate holding onto us at all, since she's not covering her face anymore?
> Nod.
> "Yeah, it seems like different people are being affected in different ways. Some people, like me, feel the existential dread that everything is wrong. Others don't feel that dread, but can tell something is strange through other means and abilities, like the Princess and her camera here. And then some folks aren't aware at all. We haven't noticed any sort of pattern to it yet, unfortunately."
Seki:
> You continue...
> The maid finally returns.
> "My mistress says it's best to prepare for the worst. The fate of Gensokyo is strange." She speaks.
> Kagerou keeps her slight frown.
> You keep pursuit, spotting her and someone else heading into the forest of magic.
Aya:
> No. You could probably give her a slight scare to, though.
> "Hm. Interesting..."
> The Forest approaches.
>_
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Aya:
> Lightly and gently rub Hatate's back with the hand that's holding her there.
> Pull her a little closer to our body.
> "Yeah. Hopefully we can just fix things and that'll be that, so it doesn't manner who felt what. Anyway, based on what I've gathered, the folks on the moon - which is out right now, despite us not being able to see it - are doing...something to make things all weird."
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Aya:
> Lightly and gently rub Hatate's back with the hand that's holding her there.
> Pull her a little closer to our body.
> "Yeah. Hopefully we can just fix things and that'll be that, so it doesn't manner who felt what. Anyway, based on what I've gathered, the folks on the moon - which is out right now, despite us not being able to see it - are doing...something to make things all weird."
Aya:
> You hold Hatate closer.
> "Ugh. At least it's not anyone in Gensokyo... but getting to the moon..."
>_
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Seki:
>Frown at the news
->"What does that mean?"
Aya-head
>"I'll be fine. I'm just playing telegraph machine for everyone. "
>Relay the news Sakuya gives us to Aya
Fairy-head
>Follow
>Are the three fairies with us
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Aya:
> Mentally hope that the floating head has nothing we need to know, since we left her way back at the castle in Kagerou's clutches!
> Did Hatate react at all to anything we just did to her?
> "Yeeeeaaah. Not to mention actually dealing with them...so that's why we're coming here."
-
Seki:
>Frown at the news
->"What does that mean?"
Aya-head
>"I'll be fine. I'm just playing telegraph machine for everyone. "
>Relay the news Sakuya gives us to Aya
Fairy-head
>Follow
>Are the three fairies with us
Aya:
> Mentally hope that the floating head has nothing we need to know, since we left her way back at the castle in Kagerou's clutches!
> Did Hatate react at all to anything we just did to her?
> "Yeeeeaaah. Not to mention actually dealing with them...so that's why we're coming here."
Seki:
> "It means we don't know what will happen, aside from the fact that it'll be big. It could be war. It could be destruction."
> "Oh. Oh... I think they left..." Kagerou looks around.
> You follow.
> The trio is following along.
Aya:
> That sure would be inconvenient timing...
>She's leaning towards you a bit...
> "You believe they'll have answers? "
>_
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Aya:
> Stop rubbing Hatate's back with the one hand. Begin gently rubbing her leg with the other hand.
> "A few of them are originally from the moon themselves, so even if they don't have all the solutions, they're our best bet for practical advice."
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Seki
>"How do you normally handle an incident?"
Aya-head
>"How did I notice that?"
->Tell our friend all we know about the incident
Fairy-head
>Keep our eyes peeled for the duo
>"Daiyousei!"
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Aya:
> Stop rubbing Hatate's back with the one hand. Begin gently rubbing her leg with the other hand.
> "A few of them are originally from the moon themselves, so even if they don't have all the solutions, they're our best bet for practical advice."
Seki
>"How do you normally handle an incident?"
Aya-head
>"How did I notice that?"
->Tell our friend all we know about the incident
Fairy-head
>Keep our eyes peeled for the duo
>"Daiyousei!"
Aya:
> You stop rubbing Hatate's back and move to her legs as you get into the forest.
> "Mm."
Seki:
> "Normally, we check around the areas affected and confront those involved until we reach the culprit. So far, I suppose the only ones involved would be us, who know there's things going on..."
> You inform Kagerou of the incident and what you know.
> "I'm busy right now." The great fairy replies from further ahead. "If it isn't urgent, call on someone else."
>_
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Aya:
> Has the shifted rubbing caused any change in her behavior?
-
Aya:
> Has the shifted rubbing caused any change in her behavior?
Aya:
> Not really, no.
>_
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Seki:
>"So, then we're going to wait for the culprit to show themselves?"
Fairy-head
>"We were hoping for training, but helping you prepare in exchange for training may prove mutually beneficial."
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Seki:
>"So, then we're going to wait for the culprit to show themselves?"
Fairy-head
>"We were hoping for training, but helping you prepare in exchange for training may prove mutually beneficial."
Seki:
> "Well, heading to the moon is almost a death sentence..." Sakuya speaks
> "I have something that I'm not able to bring any of you along for." She explains, continuing.
> You can see her stopped in front of a house within the forest. The stranger she was with seems gone. Either they left, or they're already in the house.
>_
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Seki
>"What would you recommend doing while we wait to improve our chances of survival?"
Fairy-head
>"I see, then it's a good thing I'm not actually here. Still there must be something you need help with that could give you time help us prepare for the incident."
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Aya:
> "How much experience do you have with the Eientei residents, Boss?"
-
Seki
>"What would you recommend doing while we wait to improve our chances of survival?"
Fairy-head
>"I see, then it's a good thing I'm not actually here. Still there must be something you need help with that could give you time help us prepare for the incident."
Aya:
> "How much experience do you have with the Eientei residents, Boss?"
Seki:
> "What do you think you should be doing?"
> "I can't help you prepare any better than you could with each other."
Aya:
> "Not much. It's not as though they come across our mountain often."
>_
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Aya:
> "Well, there's a princess, a doctor, and a whole lot of rabbits. The first two and one of the rabbits are the only ones from the moon; the rest of the rabbits are from Earth. Our best bets are the princess and the doctor, since the moon rabbit is more a soldier by trade, while the doctor is a mega-genius and the princess is, well, a princess."
-
Seki:
>"I don't know. It feels like I should be practicing or preparing in some way."
Fairy-head
>"Any basics you could teach would be appreciated. Bad training would be much worse than no training."
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Aya:
> "Well, there's a princess, a doctor, and a whole lot of rabbits. The first two and one of the rabbits are the only ones from the moon; the rest of the rabbits are from Earth. Our best bets are the princess and the doctor, since the moon rabbit is more a soldier by trade, while the doctor is a mega-genius and the princess is, well, a princess."
Seki:
>"I don't know. It feels like I should be practicing or preparing in some way."
Fairy-head
>"Any basics you could teach would be appreciated. Bad training would be much worse than no training."
Aya:
> "Mega genius...?" She questions.
Seki:
> "Then do that." Meiling chimes.
> "Try out Cirno then." She responds.
> "She won't even if we ask. Says we'll get in her way." Sunny argues.
> "Then fight or bother her anyways if you're that desperate to train. Fighting is also a way to train." The fairy opens the door, starting to head inside.
>_
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Aya:
> As we rub Hatate's leg, make one single pass a bit over her butt before returning to just the leg. Check to see how she reacts to this.
> "Even that might be understating it, honestly."
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Seki
>Damn, training is such a hassle
->But that ice fairy being stronger
>Bite our thumb
->"Could I challenge one of you to a danmaku duel."
Fairy-head
>Mimic our main head
->"Before we take on Chilly we should plan."
>Don't say portions of the following that are against the rules
->"Luna's ability can be used so that an opponent doesn't hear the declared spellcard."
->"Actually could you silence a person's mental voice?"
->"Sunny can blind with light while Star tracks and snipes with danmaku."
->"Your ability with light could be used with Luna's ability so that you can communicate."
->"Star your ability sounds like it would work wonders against illusion."
>Spellcards
>Abilities
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Aya:
> As we rub Hatate's leg, make one single pass a bit over her butt before returning to just the leg. Check to see how she reacts to this.
> "Even that might be understating it, honestly."
Seki
>Damn, training is such a hassle
->But that ice fairy being stronger
>Bite our thumb
->"Could I challenge one of you to a danmaku duel."
Fairy-head
>Mimic our main head
->"Before we take on Chilly we should plan."
>Don't say portions of the following that are against the rules
->"Luna's ability can be used so that an opponent doesn't hear the declared spellcard."
->"Actually could you silence a person's mental voice?"
->"Sunny can blind with light while Star tracks and snipes with danmaku."
->"Your ability with light could be used with Luna's ability so that you can communicate."
->"Star your ability sounds like it would work wonders against illusion."
>Spellcards
>Abilities
Seki:
> "I would entertain a bit of practice, but I've got to get to making food." The maid says. "Why not one of your companions?"
> "Oh, right!" The gate guard stops. "I knew something was off. You're not usually late on preparing the meals, Sakuya. Is it thanks to the incident?"
> The maid starts for the mansion again without reasoning, while the guard seems to finish up her stretches.
> "Uh... I guess that means we should stop for now." The wolf Tengu sighs, standing up.
> "Mm... Alright." The Kappa does as well, taking down the game they were playing and pulling a device out.
> "We have to go by specific rules in a spell card duel though..." Sunny says.
> "I don't think the moon even follows spell card rules. Maybe we can go wild?" Luna laments.
> "It should be fine to cheat a bit if it's for Gensokyo to be safe..." Star speculates.
> You have all your spell cards available for use... but a bodyless head can't really do any of them.
> You can make more heads and move them individually from your body and each other. You are also capable of flying, but really, who isn't capable of-.
> ... You mentally apologize to Wakasagihime...
Aya:
> "T-They'll be able to help in some way, for sure..." Hatate jumps, and quickly speaks to supposedly hide it?
> "According to Sakuya-" You suddenly hear Nitori from your communicator. "and her mistress' word, it's best for us to prepare for the worst. Gensokyo's fate is "strange". The maid says it could mean war, or destruction. But I'm sure a strange fate and needing to prepare for the worst could also mean large change in a positive way. Like a revelation or discovery being made that changes society as a whole.
> "What's that?" Megumu questions as you float through the bamboo forest.
>_
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Aya:
> "A long-distance communicator whipped up by a kappa inventor acquaintance of ours. It's pretty neat."
> While speaking, make another single pass over Hatate's butt before returning to her leg. How does her face look now?
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Seki
>What are the spellcard rules
>Did we actually tell the fairies anything that was against the spellcard rules?
//Seki wasn't supposed to say anything that was against the spellcard rules
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Aya:
> "A long-distance communicator whipped up by a kappa inventor acquaintance of ours. It's pretty neat."
> While speaking, make another single pass over Hatate's butt before returning to her leg. How does her face look now?
Seki
>What are the spellcard rules
>Did we actually tell the fairies anything that was against the spellcard rules?
//Seki wasn't supposed to say anything that was against the spellcard rules
Aya:
> "Interesting."
> She's visibly embarrassed, and you think her look asks "really, in front of our boss?!" Might be a hint of something else there too.
Seki:
> You believe it mentioned danmaku being about beauty and meaning, not just power. You recall there being someone who nearly blinds their opponent in a spellcard or two.
> You only mentioned legal moves as far as you know. You don't exactly have the whole thing memorized.
>_
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Aya:
> Look down at her and give her a slight grin.
> To Iizunamaru, while looking at Hatate: "She's helping with the investigation. Inubashiri's with her and helping out, too."
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Aya:
> Look down at her and give her a slight grin.
> To Iizunamaru, while looking at Hatate: "She's helping with the investigation. Inubashiri's with her and helping out, too."
Aya:
> "So you three are getting along pretty well, huh."
> "We're almost there, right? We should focus." Hatate says.
>_
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Aya:
> "We are getting close, yes."
> While speaking, pass the hand over Hatate's butt a third time.
> "We should also keep in mind that we don't want to accuse them of anything; according to the amanojaku, they're not the ones responsible."
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Aya:
> "We are getting close, yes."
> While speaking, pass the hand over Hatate's butt a third time.
> "We should also keep in mind that we don't want to accuse them of anything; according to the amanojaku, they're not the ones responsible."
Aya:
> "Mainly information and advice, right? " Megumu questions as you get another feel.
> Another jump. Though you think Hatate was surprised by the voice.
> "Hey! Hey!" You hear said voice, somewhat weak, nearby. "Over here!"
>_
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Aya:
> Look around for the source of the voice.
-
Aya:
> Look around for the source of the voice.
Aya:
> You investigate, finding, of all people, Tewi. Trapped and locked up in a weird cage, the white rabbit looks like she had a tough day, especially with the state of her burnt clothes.
> "Huh, maybe I've still got plenty of luck." She smirks to herself, though weakly. "Given your this deep, I take it you're planning on visiting Eientei?"
>_
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Aya:
> Frown.
> Glance over at Iizunamaru.
> "Don't get close, Boss. This situation could mean any number of unexpected unpleasant things."
> Look back to Tewi.
> "We are. But what happened to you? Normally I'd expect you to be on the giving end of this, not the receiving end."
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Aya:
> Frown.
> Glance over at Iizunamaru.
> "Don't get close, Boss. This situation could mean any number of unexpected unpleasant things."
> Look back to Tewi.
> "We are. But what happened to you? Normally I'd expect you to be on the giving end of this, not the receiving end."
Aya:
> "Oh just lost a match. Now I'm apparently grounded... can't even go out of this forest and enjoy the nice, sunny day. It's been nice on your ends, right? Have you enjoyed it? It's gonna be noon soon."
> "Its... been a nice morning. Would've liked sleeping a bit longer, but it's been eventful. " Hatate responds.
>_
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Aya:
> Insight Check: Is this rabbit acting or sounding sarcastic at all?
-
Aya:
> Insight Check: Is this rabbit acting or sounding sarcastic at all?
Aya:
> Nat 20 she seems to be genuinely asking about your day, as if she's hoping yours is better than hers was. Like it'd better her day just to know.
>_
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Aya:
> "Yes. It's been a very nice morning. A bright shiny day. Certainly no moon in the sky or anything like that. Not at all."
-
Aya:
> "Yes. It's been a very nice morning. A bright shiny day. Certainly no moon in the sky or anything like that. Not at all."
Aya:
> "Huh?" Megumu questions.
> "I see. That's nice. Well, I suggest you turn around. Eientei's residents are visiting the Sanzu River." Tewi sits back down. "Eirin heard someone calculated its dimensions, so she wants to one-up them while also testing some new drugs against the river's properties."
>_
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Aya:
> "All of them? Your entire house abandoned you here?"
-
Aya:
> "All of them? Your entire house abandoned you here?"
Aya:
> "Just my rabbits looking after it since I'm grounded here."
> "Bit severe a grounding if you can't even be home..." Hatate comments.
> "My home is more of the entire forest. Wouldn't be much of a punishment if I could roam around it still." She sighs in disappointment.
>_
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Aya:
> Mental check: Are all the rabbits here humanoid?
> How large is the case Tewi is in?
> Does the cage appear to be affixed to the ground?
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Fairy-head
>"None of the things I mentioned go against the rules."
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Aya:
> Mental check: Are all the rabbits here humanoid?
> How large is the case Tewi is in?
> Does the cage appear to be affixed to the ground?
Fairy-head
>"None of the things I mentioned go against the rules."
Aya:
> Some of them.
> Not large enough for her to lay down, but she can sit down at least.
> Yes.
Seki:
> "Of course we've been doing team attacks with our abilities a lot. But Cirno alone still beats us."
>_
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Aya:
> How securely does it appear to be fastened to the ground?
-
Aya:
> How securely does it appear to be fastened to the ground?
Aya:
> The bottom seems to go beneath the ground. Though it does look crude.
>_
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Aya:
> "...How much trouble would you be in if we tried to take you with us?"
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Seki
>Say to Meiling, "Would you like to spar?"
Fairy-head
>"So what did you learn from each of your bouts with Chilly?"
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Aya:
> "...How much trouble would you be in if we tried to take you with us?"
Seki
>Say to Meiling, "Would you like to spar?"
Fairy-head
>"So what did you learn from each of your bouts with Chilly?"
Aya:
> "I'm free to move if I can even get out. But they've got babysitters waiting if I'm misbehaving."
Seki:
> "After I eat up, sure." She agrees.
> "Skill issue."
> "She's just better."
>_
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Aya:
> "Hmph. So you mean to tell me your Princess went out as well?"
-
Aya:
> "Hmph. So you mean to tell me your Princess went out as well?"
Aya:
> Tewi nods.
> "What do you need her for?"
>_
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Seki
>Nod
Fairy-head
>"Even if she is better you can still learn from your mistakes and become better."
>"I can watch for now and maybe add pointers. I have a duel planned and my heads can't use my spellcards."
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Aya:
> "Her or the doctor, either would be fine. And, well, you know, I just want to have a chat with them about how nice a day it is, like we did here. A nice bright sky that certainly doesn't have the moon in it and how it's definitely unquestionably going to be noontime soon. A nice casual chat. You know how it is."
-
Seki
>Nod
Fairy-head
>"Even if she is better you can still learn from your mistakes and become better."
>"I can watch for now and maybe add pointers. I have a duel planned and my heads can't use my spellcards."
Aya:
> "Her or the doctor, either would be fine. And, well, you know, I just want to have a chat with them about how nice a day it is, like we did here. A nice bright sky that certainly doesn't have the moon in it and how it's definitely unquestionably going to be noontime soon. A nice casual chat. You know how it is."
Seki:
> "You want us to fight each other?"
Aya:
> Tewi gives a very, heavy sigh.
> "And people say crows are smart... okay look, I don't know why you were lying in agreeing it was sunny, so I'm just gonna hope you're in the loop, because I've got little choice right now. They're planning on riding this out and being avengers, which of course immortals would be fine with. Naturally, I want to stop it since I like my home. Do you follow?"
>_
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Aya:
> "Well, if you're going to speed freely, they're not the only ones with that strategy I've talked to today. Is this business the real reason you're in this predicament, or were you actually just grounded? That seems a bit cruel of them to know what's happening and do this to you."
-
Fairy-head
>"That would probably help more than fighting Cirno. It would help practicing dodging and allow you to improve your spellcards."
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Aya:
> "Well, if you're going to speed freely, they're not the only ones with that strategy I've talked to today. Is this business the real reason you're in this predicament, or were you actually just grounded? That seems a bit cruel of them to know what's happening and do this to you."
Fairy-head
>"That would probably help more than fighting Cirno. It would help practicing dodging and allow you to improve your spellcards."
Aya:
> "This is a makeshift cage. No door. Melted together by Mokou and her other girlfriend, the psychic. These babysitters of mine are also up for that option. Thus, I'm like this since no one wants me to go get someone capable of stopping it. They think trying such might make things worse."
Seki:
> "We're better together then apart."
>_
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Fairy-head
>"Yes, but if you individually get better then together you'll be three times as powerful."
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Aya:
> Frown.
> "So we can't go to them for advice, lest they try something similar with us. And the longer we're, the more likely we are to get caught. If we haven't been noticed already."
> "Do you have ideas for where to go and who to ask for help?"
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Fairy-head
>"Yes, but if you individually get better then together you'll be three times as powerful."
Aya:
> Frown.
> "So we can't go to them for advice, lest they try something similar with us. And the longer we're, the more likely we are to get caught. If we haven't been noticed already."
> "Do you have ideas for where to go and who to ask for help?"
Seki:
> "We know all about each other, though." Sunny says.
> "You can't get better at reading by only reading three words over and over. " Luna says.
> "Then rearrange them and their letters." A different voice speaks behind you, to which the fairies eyes light up at. "Or borrow a few more. I hear languages do that all the time, after all."
Aya:
> "I've been thinking. That Amanojaku could probably pull something off. Maybe Sakuya. Reimu could know others, given she's supposedly seen a lot in her days too. Maybe that great fairy. Best bet should be Seija."
> "Uh oh..." Hatate responds.
>_
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Aya:
> "...Well...not to disappoint you, but the amanojaku is of the opinion that counterattacking afterward is the best course of action."
> Adopt a thinking expression.
> "...While we work that out, Hata, can you take another picture of the moon? Boss, come take a look at what Hata produces."
-
Fairy-head
>Turn towards the voice
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Aya:
> "...Well...not to disappoint you, but the amanojaku is of the opinion that counterattacking afterward is the best course of action."
> Adopt a thinking expression.
> "...While we work that out, Hata, can you take another picture of the moon? Boss, come take a look at what Hata produces."
Fairy-head
>Turn towards the voice
Aya:
> "What about Reimu?"
> Hatate points her camera up, taking a pi-
> There's an incredibly bright flash of light, from the screen, though it settles into a very large and luminescent full moon. You can practically feel the moonlight.
Seki:
> You turn to see who it is as the fairies give a name to the figure.
> "Marisa!" The trio cheers.
> "Wonder what you guys are here for. Surely not to buy anything I bet." The magician speaks
>_
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Aya:
> Wince and flinch away from the camera.
> "Urgh! I don't remember that happening before..."
-
Fairy-head
>Try not to draw attention from this fearless human
->Is that Marisa's house?
-
Aya:
> Wince and flinch away from the camera.
> "Urgh! I don't remember that happening before..."
Fairy-head
>Try not to draw attention from this fearless human
->Is that Marisa's house?
Aya:
> "Sorry neither do i!" Hatate says.
Seki:
> You think it could be?
> "We need to get stronger and better..."
> "Can you train us?"
>_
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Fairy-head
>Try to see if we can extend our neck to act as a pseudo hand
-
Aya:
> Is the picture still there?
> If so: "Crimony. Okay, Boss, take a look before something else weird happens."
-
Fairy-head
>Try to see if we can extend our neck to act as a pseudo hand
Aya:
> Is the picture still there?
> If so: "Crimony. Okay, Boss, take a look before something else weird happens."
Seki:
> You try... but just energy, like when you use your extending neck spell card...
Aya:
> Yes.
> "I'm looking. So the moon is up there now, or at least, soon." Megumu speaks.
>_
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Aya:
> How starry is the sky in Hatate's picture?
-
Fairy-head
>Wait, no. There isn't time to screw around.
>"Have you noticed anything odd Marisa?"
-
Aya:
> How starry is the sky in Hatate's picture?
Fairy-head
>Wait, no. There isn't time to screw around.
>"Have you noticed anything odd Marisa?"
Aya:
> You're not sure if it's the picture or your eyes recovering from the flash.
Seki:
> "Yeah. Crazy magic from Alice's house. Hoping she didn't explode, but her house seems fine, so..."
>_
-
Aya:
> Blink a few times to shake off the flash.
> "That should be a picture of what's up there right now. How does the rest of the picture look? Is it compatible with your specialty at all?"
-
Fairy-head
>Bob our head
->"Thank you. We were hoping we could learn from a famous incident resolver."
-
Aya:
> Blink a few times to shake off the flash.
> "That should be a picture of what's up there right now. How does the rest of the picture look? Is it compatible with your specialty at all?"
Fairy-head
>Bob our head
->"Thank you. We were hoping we could learn from a famous incident resolver."
Aya:
> "I think so."
Seki:
> "Sure. But uh, Luna, you alright over there?" Marisa asks.
>_
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Aya:
> What exactly is it that Iizunamaru can do?
-
Fairy-head
>Glance at Luna
-
Aya:
> What exactly is it that Iizunamaru can do?
Fairy-head
>Glance at Luna
Aya:
> You aren't sure. You don't get much chances to observe her in such.
Seki:
> The fairy is looking up. May be your eyes, but it almost feels like she's glowing.
>_
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Aya:
> "Do you want to give it a try?"
-
Aya:
> "Do you want to give it a try?"
Aya:
> "Give what a try? Moving the moon?" Megumu questions.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Whatever you think you could do with your specialty."
-
Aya:
> "Whatever you think you could do with your specialty."
Aya:
> "I was moreso asking what you want me to try, at least."
>_
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Aya:
> "Well...I have to admit I'm not entirely sure what you can do, Boss. I think you have some sort of influence over the starry sky, but that's about it. If you don't think there's anything you can do, then that's on me for not checking before asking."
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Aya:
> "Well...I have to admit I'm not entirely sure what you can do, Boss. I think you have some sort of influence over the starry sky, but that's about it. If you don't think there's anything you can do, then that's on me for not checking before asking."
Aya:
> "Yeah. I assumed you knew at least that much." She nods. "I can try something, but you really have to say what you want me to try. Otherwise, I'll just have to assume you want me to make stars block the moon from your view, or rearrange the sky into an image of you and Himekaidou like that."
> "N-No need for that second one..." Hatate argues.
>_
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Fairy-head
>Is she looking at anything in particular
->"I'll take it, that isn't normal."
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Aya:
> "I'm not even sure, honestly. I don't know enough about the situation to be confident anything I suggest you do would have a positive effect."
> Is Iizunamaru looking in a direction where she can see the hand we have on Hatate's leg? If not, give Hatate's butt another stroke while talking.
> "All I know so far is that the moon is actually in the sky, even though we can't see it, and that the people on the moon are responsible for that."
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Fairy-head
>Is she looking at anything in particular
->"I'll take it, that isn't normal."
Aya:
> "I'm not even sure, honestly. I don't know enough about the situation to be confident anything I suggest you do would have a positive effect."
> Is Iizunamaru looking in a direction where she can see the hand we have on Hatate's leg? If not, give Hatate's butt another stroke while talking.
> "All I know so far is that the moon is actually in the sky, even though we can't see it, and that the people on the moon are responsible for that."
Seki:
> No...?
> "Uh... I don't think it is." Sunny says.
Aya:
> She's looking up. Thus, you give another brief rub.
> Hatate gives a light tap to your butt in response.
> "Hm... I could try something..."
>_
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Seki
>If the wolf tengu and kappa are still here
->"Could you tell Aya that the fairy from earlier is glowing and staring into the void?"
Fairy-head
>"Hmm, seems like the incident is coming to a head."
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Aya:
> "Go for it, Boss. Who knows, you might just be our trump card."
> Where is Tewi looking? If she's not looking at us, continue rubbing Hatate's butt, rather than moving our hand back to her leg. (Get our hand in underneath her skirt if we haven't been doing so already.)
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Seki
>If the wolf tengu and kappa are still here
->"Could you tell Aya that the fairy from earlier is glowing and staring into the void?"
Fairy-head
>"Hmm, seems like the incident is coming to a head."
Aya:
> "Go for it, Boss. Who knows, you might just be our trump card."
> Where is Tewi looking? If she's not looking at us, continue rubbing Hatate's butt, rather than moving our hand back to her leg. (Get our hand in underneath her skirt if we haven't been doing so already.)
Seki:
> "Which one? There were three..." Nitori questions.
> "When did Luna become an incident radar? I'd at least expect that to be Star." Marisa comments.
Aya:
> Tewi seems to be looking up at where Hatate took a picture.
> You move your hand more directly to rub Hatate's butt, to which she leans more - as if to hide the action from the others more.
> The sky catches your eye again as the moon starts to become visible.
> Though there appear to be other, blinking lights in the sky as well.
>_
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Aya:
> Keep rubbing.
> How does Hatate's face look?
> "Whoa, it looks like what you're doing is working."
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Seki
>"Luna."
Fairy-head
>"Eh, since this incident revolves around the moon."
Aya-head
>Does our friend look okay?
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Aya:
> Keep rubbing.
> How does Hatate's face look?
> "Whoa, it looks like what you're doing is working."
Seki
>"Luna."
Fairy-head
>"Eh, since this incident revolves around the moon."
Aya-head
>Does our friend look okay?
Aya:
> You keep at it, while Hatate seems pretty flushed.
> "I'm just trying to make it visible to us."
Seki:
> "What for anyways? She could just be pulling a prank." The wolf tengu supposes.
> "Right." The Kappa agrees.
> "...Or it could be useless to..." The wolf taps the kappa, pointing up.
> "Oh. Moon again, huh." Marisa looks up.
> Following her gaze, you can see the moon in the sky...
> She's turned you away again. Though you and her seem to be headed for the interior of this castle?
>_
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Aya:
> "It's certainly working. I bet this'll get attention from all over Gensokyo."
> Sneak our hand under Hatate's undergarments as we rub.
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Seki:
>"Never mind."
Aya-head
>"It looks like the incident is obvious now."
Fairy-head
>Glance from the glowing fairy to the moon
>"My experience with fairies is rather limited. What usually happens when they start lighting up like this?"
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>it can be a form of karmic feedback, for example when I shelled with Remilia she grew stronger by every retry, but with fire power from stronger sources of history such as incarnation concepts like the Hakkero or Disposable stabbing utensils like the last stint of the wasp, the experience is very different
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Aya:
> "It's certainly working. I bet this'll get attention from all over Gensokyo."
> Sneak our hand under Hatate's undergarments as we rub.
Seki:
>"Never mind."
Aya-head
>"It looks like the incident is obvious now."
Fairy-head
>Glance from the glowing fairy to the moon
>"My experience with fairies is rather limited. What usually happens when they start lighting up like this?"
Aya:
> "That doesn't sound entirely like a good thing." Megumu says.
> "Ugh... maybe it's too late..." Tewi sighs.
> You grope ever closer, now being quite direct with it.
> Hatate's hiding her face in your chest now. Though she's also holding onto you more.
Seki:
> "Does this mean something will happen?" The Wolf Tengu questions.
> "I still feel we should stay out of it..." Kagerou speaks.
> You look between the two. The glow is less, at least. Not that it was very strong in the first place.
> "That feels a bit better, at least..." Luna speaks.
> "We don't usually light up like that." Sunny crosses her arms.
> "It was just moonlight." Luna says. "Probably..."
>_
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Seki
>Shrug
->"No idea, but the fairy connected to the missing moon suddenly glowing seems important or ominous."
Aya-head
>"Yes, I'm way in over my head especially given the shrine maiden cannot do anything right now. It seems everyone's involved whether they like it or not."
Fairy-head
>Stare into Luna's soul
->"Mmmmmmm."
-
Aya:
> Command Hatate, via the wind, to touch us somewhere she wants to touch us.
> "We're still alive and ready to fight back, it's not too late yet."
-
Seki
>Shrug
->"No idea, but the fairy connected to the missing moon suddenly glowing seems important or ominous."
Aya-head
>"Yes, I'm way in over my head especially given the shrine maiden cannot do anything right now. It seems everyone's involved whether they like it or not."
Fairy-head
>Stare into Luna's soul
->"Mmmmmmm."
Aya:
> Command Hatate, via the wind, to touch us somewhere she wants to touch us.
> "We're still alive and ready to fight back, it's not too late yet."
Seki:
> "It's just a fairy..." The Wolf Tengu murmurs.
> "We might as well just go check it out then. No use waiting around here, right?" The kappa questions.
> "Fine. Fine! Get involved if you want!" Kagerou lets you go, continuing into the castle alone. "See what it does for you."
> You stare at Luna...
> ...
> You don't see anything that you haven't noticed already.
> "Hm... I could go sorta easy on you guys like I did for Cirno. That might help." Marisa considers.
Aya:
> You try to command Hatate...
> She just holds on more, rubbing your back and sides slightly.
> "I mean for Gensokyo." Tewi says. "Things don't feel right."
> "Hm... Can we get to a pool of water? A large puddle could be enough, maybe." Megumu thinks.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Is there any meaningful amount of water around here like that, Tewi?"
-
Aya:
> "Is there any meaningful amount of water around here like that, Tewi?"
Aya:
> "It's better and probably safer to just head out and for the Misty Lake, I feel." She looks away. "Don't want to run into Mokou while trying to do whatever you're trying to."
>_
-
Aya:
> Do we know of a pond at the Hakurei Shrine?
> Is the Hakurei Shrine closer than the Misty Lake?
-
Aya:
> Do we know of a pond at the Hakurei Shrine?
> Is the Hakurei Shrine closer than the Misty Lake?
Aya:
> Yes.
> No.
>_
-
Aya:
> "I suppose that's fair. Do you want to come with us?"
-
Aya-head
>"Ah, you care."
Fairy-head
>"Hmmmmm, you said something really bothersome." Say to Luna
>Turn to Marisa
->"That sounds like it would help."
Seki:
>Has Meiling eaten
>Have we ever tried to possess someone
->Do we think putting our neck energy into someone might let us possess them?
-
Aya:
> "I suppose that's fair. Do you want to come with us?"
Aya-head
>"Ah, you care."
Fairy-head
>"Hmmmmm, you said something really bothersome." Say to Luna
>Turn to Marisa
->"That sounds like it would help."
Seki:
>Has Meiling eaten
>Have we ever tried to possess someone
->Do we think putting our neck energy into someone might let us possess them?
Aya:
> "Naturally I don't want to stay cooped up in here."
Seki:
> Kagerou doesn't respond, continuing without looking back.
> "What?" Luna questions.
> "Let's warm up then." Marisa takes to the air.
> Given she's not back yet, you don't believe so.
> You have not. Given you're not a ghost or phantom, you don't think you could.
> You're unsure.
>_
-
Aya:
> How far around Hatate's torso does our arm supporting her back reach? Is our hand on her back, her side, or her front?
> If our hands is not on her front, do we think we could adjust our grip so that it reaches that far without disrupting what our other hand is doing?
> Are we still rubbing Hatate? If not, resume doing so, and keep doing so in the background of all other actions until further notice.
> "Do you think you could carry her, Boss? That cage looks like you could probably rip it out of the ground, at the very least."
-
Aya:
> How far around Hatate's torso does our arm supporting her back reach? Is our hand on her back, her side, or her front?
> If our hands is not on her front, do we think we could adjust our grip so that it reaches that far without disrupting what our other hand is doing?
> Are we still rubbing Hatate? If not, resume doing so, and keep doing so in the background of all other actions until further notice.
> "Do you think you could carry her, Boss? That cage looks like you could probably rip it out of the ground, at the very least."
Aya:
> Your hand around her manages to reach her belly, barely.
> You could probably bring her closer in the carry to reach more.
> You are.
> "I can try." Megumu answers.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Go for it, then. If you don't mind, of course. Obviously I don't mean to try to order you around."
> If Iizunamaru does try to rip Tewi's cage out of the ground, bring Hatate in a little closer, and adjust our hold on her so as to (a) reach further onto her front, and (b) slide our hand up until it is on her chest.
-
Aya:
> "Go for it, then. If you don't mind, of course. Obviously I don't mean to try to order you around."
> If Iizunamaru does try to rip Tewi's cage out of the ground, bring Hatate in a little closer, and adjust our hold on her so as to (a) reach further onto her front, and (b) slide our hand up until it is on her chest.
> Megumu heads over, making her attempts on the cage.
> You shift your hold on Hatate, bringing your hand up to her chest.
> "Y-You're way too bold, Aya." Hatate warns in a whisper, though not in objection. "They can't be that unaware."
>_
-
Aya:
> Whisper back: "Do you want me to stop?" Ask in a genuine, partially-concerned tone, rather than a provocative one.
-
Aya:
> Whisper back: "Do you want me to stop?" Ask in a genuine, partially-concerned tone, rather than a provocative one.
Aya:
> "No." she speaks in a normal voice, before quieting down. "No... Just don't get caught..." She murmurs back.
>_
-
Fairy-head
>"I want to try something first." Say to Marisa.
>Say to the three fairies. "Mind if I try?
->If they need explanation tell them we want to see what happens if we inject someone with our energy
->If they agree, try extending our neck energy into a fairy's neck then connect like we do with our body
-
Aya:
> Keep whispering: "Of course. How far are you okay with me going?"
-
Fairy-head
>"I want to try something first." Say to Marisa.
>Say to the three fairies. "Mind if I try?
->If they need explanation tell them we want to see what happens if we inject someone with our energy
->If they agree, try extending our neck energy into a fairy's neck then connect like we do with our body
Aya:
> Keep whispering: "Of course. How far are you okay with me going?"
Seki:
> "Uh. Sure. If it might help make us stronger."
> You try to extend your energy neck to Luna's neck, and try to return to her body as if it were your own.
> "Ow!" She jumps.
> It almost felt like you were on her body for a moment, and could feel it, but you aren't anymore...
Aya:
> "I... As long as we're not caught." She answers.
> "There we go." You hear Megumu.
>_
-
Aya:
> Look up at what Iizunamaru is doing.
-
Aya:
> Look up at what Iizunamaru is doing.
Aya:
> She seems to be picking up Tewi now.
> "I can walk on my own." The rabbit answers.
> "Yeah, but it's faster if I carry you. Besides, you look pretty banged up anyways."
>_
-
Fairy-head
>Try again without connecting
->Try to push our energy into the fairy
-
Fairy-head
>Try again without connecting
->Try to push our energy into the fairy
Seki:
> You try, to no success...
>_
-
Fairy-head
>"How painful was the previous attempt?"
-
Fairy-head
>"How painful was the previous attempt?"
Seki:
> "Enough that I don't wanna do it again." Luna frowns.
>_
-
Fairy-head
>"OK. I'll need to find a body that isn't being used."
->See if we can use a spellcard through Luna
-
Aya:
> "Yeah, Boss has a real spring in her step."
-
Fairy-head
>"OK. I'll need to find a body that isn't being used."
->See if we can use a spellcard through Luna
Aya:
> "Yeah, Boss has a real spring in her step."
Seki:
> "Uh yeah... good luck with that." Marisa says.
> You try, but nothing happens...
Aya:
> "Let's just get going." Tewi sighs.
>_
-
Fairy-head
>"Let's practice."
-
Aya:
> Nod.
> Float up into the air, and begin flying in the direction of the Misty Lake.
> Along the way: "How are you feeling, Boss? Did doing that take anything out of you?"
> Where is Iizunamaru flying relative to us? Can she easily see where we have one or both of our hands?
-
Fairy-head
>"Let's practice."
Aya:
> Nod.
> Float up into the air, and begin flying in the direction of the Misty Lake.
> Along the way: "How are you feeling, Boss? Did doing that take anything out of you?"
> Where is Iizunamaru flying relative to us? Can she easily see where we have one or both of our hands?
Seki:
> "Ready when you guys are then."
> The three fairies float into the air.
Aya:
> You start for the lake.
> "I'm fine. It wasn't much." Megumu responds.
> "Good thing we didn't run into the babysitters." Tewi reminds herself.
> Your boss is flying above and behind you now. Her attention looks split between you and the sky, though.
> "T-That eating thing... Are you really planning on doing that...?" Hatate whispers. "I mean, just saying because of the incident..."
>_
-
Fairy-head
>Float up
->Can we shoot danmaku without our body?
-
Aya:
> So Iizunamaru could probably see if we tried anything with the hand on Hatate's chest, but probably not see if we tried anything with the hand on Hatate's butt?
> Whisper back: "Depends on which one you mean."
-
Fairy-head
>Float up
->Can we shoot danmaku without our body?
Aya:
> So Iizunamaru could probably see if we tried anything with the hand on Hatate's chest, but probably not see if we tried anything with the hand on Hatate's butt?
> Whisper back: "Depends on which one you mean."
Seki:
> You follow.
> Yes.
Aya:
> Correct based on your estimations.
> "I... Guess I'll just have to wait and find out." She looks away.
> You're entering the lake area. You hear a small shutter noise as Hatate seemingly takes a picture of you.
>_
-
Fairy-head
>"Ready."
-
Aya:
> Whisper: "I mean, I'm willing to try either, but they both depend on your comfort level."
> Sneak a look at how the picture develops.
-
Fairy
>I am scared out of my wits, honestly.
-
Fairy-head
>"Ready."
Aya:
> Whisper: "I mean, I'm willing to try either, but they both depend on your comfort level."
> Sneak a look at how the picture develops.
Fairy
>I am scared out of my wits, honestly.
Seki:
> "Hey, don't worry." Marisa consoles. "I said I'd go easy after all."
> "Will that help train us though?" Sunny questions.
> "This is the number 2 incident resolver in Gensokyo, who's gotten this way through hard work. I'm probably the best non-fairy that can teach you."
> "But there was that gap lady who said something about Luna." Star says.
> "What?"
> "I don't remember."
Aya:
> It just seems to be a plain picture of the two of you, though Hatate quickly hides it. You couldn't tell the issue in the image this time, if there was one.
>_
-
Aya:
> Whisper: "Oh, sorry."
> Run her backside some.
-
Fairy-head
>Try to create another body like we make heads
Seki
>Try to create another body like we make heads
-
Aya:
> Whisper: "Oh, sorry."
> Run her backside some.
Fairy-head
>Try to create another body like we make heads
Seki
>Try to create another body like we make heads
Aya:
> You pick the pace up, still somewhat wary of your boss.
> No, wait, she's gone ahead to investigate the lake's surface.
Seki:
> You try... but nothing happens.
> Marisa starts with simple star pattern.
> You try, but only succeed in making another head.
> You're starting to get tired from having so many heads active and about.
>_
-
Aya:
> Let's slow down and keep behind her, then.
> Slightly above a whisper: "But yes, if you want, we can try having you go inside me to investigate. I don't know if it will work, but we can try. The other 'tasting' I referred to, well, we certainly don't want to do that with other people around~"
> Give her a wink and a grin and a gentle squeeze with both hands, knowing full-well where we're holding onto her.
> "...Well...maaaaaaaybe with Momi around, if you wanted. Or even with Momi involved, if you wanted..."
-
Seki
>Dismiss the the new head
->Close our eyes and lean against the gate
Fairy-head
>Scan the pattern for openings
->Move back as we plan our way through
-->Follow our plan
-
Aya:
> Let's slow down and keep behind her, then.
> Slightly above a whisper: "But yes, if you want, we can try having you go inside me to investigate. I don't know if it will work, but we can try. The other 'tasting' I referred to, well, we certainly don't want to do that with other people around~"
> Give her a wink and a grin and a gentle squeeze with both hands, knowing full-well where we're holding onto her.
> "...Well...maaaaaaaybe with Momi around, if you wanted. Or even with Momi involved, if you wanted..."
Seki
>Dismiss the the new head
->Close our eyes and lean against the gate
Fairy-head
>Scan the pattern for openings
->Move back as we plan our way through
-->Follow our plan
Aya:
> You gently squeeze a handful.
> "Well... I know they might be a bit into you." Hatate says.
> Megumu stops at the very edge, setting Tewi down.
Seki:
> You dismiss the head and lean against the gate, resting your eyes a lit-
> Slam! "Alright, ready!" The gate guard bursts out. "Didn't want Sakuya getting upset with me.over eating too fast. Sorry for the hold up!"
> You...
> This... might be a bit much for you...
> The fairies are handling it fine though, even though they're near each other... just what is this skill difference?
> Maybe it's just the other perspectives you have being busy. Yeah, surely. You're not this bad that you can't even find a starting position...
>_
-
Aya:
> "Not to brag, but it wouldn't surprise me. But the feelings of everyone theoretically involved all matter."
> Give another gentle squeeze.
-
Aya:
> "Not to brag, but it wouldn't surprise me. But the feelings of everyone theoretically involved all matter."
> Give another gentle squeeze.
Aya:
> "Just... Just saying you're probably not gonna be shot down."
> "Well we're absolutely screwed if we go there anyways." Tewi speaks.
> "Absolutely?" Megumu asks.
> "There's not many down here who can challenge them."
> The Moon is still bright and shiny.
>_
-
//This is my spiritual touhou
Seki
>"No need to apologize. Thank you for the training."
Fairy-head
>OK, shoot danmaku ahead.
->Follow it if doesn't get hit then move back
->Otherwise look for any openings and go back to shooting danmaku
Aya-head
>What is our friend doing?
->Close our eyes
-
Aya:
> "Would you be okay with that, though? If...we tried all three of us together."
> Have a look in the reflection of the water (from a safe distance in the air).
-
//This is my spiritual touhou
Seki
>"No need to apologize. Thank you for the training."
Fairy-head
>OK, shoot danmaku ahead.
->Follow it if doesn't get hit then move back
->Otherwise look for any openings and go back to shooting danmaku
Aya-head
>What is our friend doing?
->Close our eyes
Aya:
> "Would you be okay with that, though? If...we tried all three of us together."
> Have a look in the reflection of the water (from a safe distance in the air).
Seki:
> "So, how are we starting? What are you thinking?"
> You begin to focus on firing.
> Marisa simply dodges. The fairies seem focused on only dodging right now...
> Kagerou left.
Aya:
> "I wouldn't exactly mind..."
> You look into the water.
> The reflection of the moon shines within, as well as stars that are more easily visible than looking up.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Alright, I'll keep that in mind."
> Squeeze with both hands again.
> Is there any difference in the reflection of the sky compared to the sky itself?
-
Seki:
>Don't say the following if it is a lie
->"I'm not sure, I can count the amount of duels I've been in on one hand."
Fairy-head
>Continue following our danmaku to safety
Aya-head
>Dismiss ourself
-
Aya:
> "Alright, I'll keep that in mind."
> Squeeze with both hands again.
> Is there any difference in the reflection of the sky compared to the sky itself?
Seki:
>Don't say the following if it is a lie
->"I'm not sure, I can count the amount of duels I've been in on one hand."
Fairy-head
>Continue following our danmaku to safety
Aya-head
>Dismiss ourself
Aya:
> As a reflection, you don't believe so.
> The water moon looks closer though.
> You give a healthier squeeze.
> "Well... I can probably get us to the moon, Aya." Megumu says, with uncertainty. "But the rabbit says we're screwed if we do go."
Seki:
> "Hm... Might need some lighter training, then."
> You continue, before Marisa's stars lock you out of paths.
> Well, this is awkward...
> You subtract one head.
>_
-
Aya:
> Call down to Iizunamaru and the rabbit.
> "What if we sent a larger party then just the four of us?"
-
Seki
>Give a nervous chuckle
Fairy-head
//YOLO
>Dart up looking for any path while moving back with the danmaku
-
Aya:
> Call down to Iizunamaru and the rabbit.
> "What if we sent a larger party then just the four of us?"
Seki
>Give a nervous chuckle
Fairy-head
//YOLO
>Dart up looking for any path while moving back with the danmaku
Aya:
> "Depends on who's in it..." Tewi says.
> Speaking of... you think you see Nitori and Momizi approaching.
Seki:
> "Let's resume exercising first then. You've gotta be able to move well, otherwise, you'll be taken out in seconds. You're probably tired of just stretching though, right? Need something with more energy?"
> You char-
> Are immediately smacked by danmaku behind your own shots...
> Marisa ups the game a bit, starting a more complex attack.
> Normal bullets... curving ones... and straight lasers. Maybe you can do this? You really don't want to get hit again though.
> The fairies have split a bit.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Well, we have another tengu and a kappa approach. We can probably bring the mansion maid, and possibly even Reimu. She's doing something weird at the Shrine in aelf-defense, but the chance to go in the assault might convince her."
-
Seki
>Blush a little
->"No, I just - had a problem I had to take of. And its gone."
Fairy-head
>Better to hurt now then bleed later. Just got to keep telling myself that
>Glance for curving bullets
->Do our danmaku path plan
-->Look for incoming bullets and dodge if need be
-
Aya:
> "Well, we have another tengu and a kappa approach. We can probably bring the mansion maid, and possibly even Reimu. She's doing something weird at the Shrine in aelf-defense, but the chance to go in the assault might convince her."
Seki
>Blush a little
->"No, I just - had a problem I had to take of. And its gone."
Fairy-head
>Better to hurt now then bleed later. Just got to keep telling myself that
>Glance for curving bullets
->Do our danmaku path plan
-->Look for incoming bullets and dodge if need be
Aya:
> "Hm..." Megumu and Tewi consider.
> "We're at a disadvantage if we go to their turf..." The Tengu thinks.
> "So the moon's out..." Momizi speaks up as she arrives with Nitori.
Seki:
> The guard is clueless to the reason for your wardrobe change.
> "Ah. So back to stretching?"
> You keep trucking, trying to keep up danmaku while dodging.
> The magician is just grazing your attacks now... really?!
> Your plan does seem to be working well, keeping you out of way of the straight ones, and a bit aware or the curving ones...
>_
-
Aya:
> "Maybe not entirely. With who we have, it sounds like it would be hard, but not impossible. Good to see you again, by the way, Momi. I ran into Boss Iizunamaru and she's helping us now."
-
Seki
>"That sounds like a good start."
->Stretch with the gate guard
Fairy-head
>That's OK, the danmaku is too help us dodge
->But seriously does she really have to graze!
>Keep up our unorthodox dodging method
-
Aya:
> "Maybe not entirely. With who we have, it sounds like it would be hard, but not impossible. Good to see you again, by the way, Momi. I ran into Boss Iizunamaru and she's helping us now."
Seki
>"That sounds like a good start."
->Stretch with the gate guard
Fairy-head
>That's OK, the danmaku is too help us dodge
->But seriously does she really have to graze!
>Keep up our unorthodox dodging method
Aya:
> "I was wondering what someone like her was doing here... guess it's a big deal after all." Momizi speaks.
> "The Lunar capital has soldiers ready for war, last i heard." Tewi says. "We need a lot more. Or some handicap. Especially if we're going there."
Seki:
> You start to follow Meiling's lead. Though she's starting off with tougher stretches... you can't get your leg that far...
> You ke-
> Ah, one of the lasers. And no way out. Too many bullets surrounding you...
> You swear she was paying attention to you to lead you into this!
>_
-
Aya:
> How battle-trained are tengu, generally?
-
Aya:
> How battle-trained are tengu, generally?
Aya:
> You believe enough to handle intruders at least. Except for if they're incident resolvers >_>. They should also duel occasionally outside of that. But few want to with their free time.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Well, we have speed, the element of surprise, and the three of the best information-gatherers in Gensokyo, including the head of the entire tengu information branch. We can probably hatch some pretty good guerilla tactics once we're in the field, at the very least."
-
Seki
>Try our best with just some pain
Fairy-head
>Drop fast, look for a way out
->At least dodge the laser even if we run into danmaku
-
Aya:
> "Well, we have speed, the element of surprise, and the three of the best information-gatherers in Gensokyo, including the head of the entire tengu information branch. We can probably hatch some pretty good guerilla tactics once we're in the field, at the very least."
Seki
>Try our best with just some pain
Fairy-head
>Drop fast, look for a way out
->At least dodge the laser even if we run into danmaku
Aya:
> "True... Hm, we're all strong enough to carry one another if we're injured and need to escape. But I'm not sure if actually getting back will be as easy." Megumu looks at the lake.
Seki:
> You stretch your limits more.
> You drop and scan your surr-
> Ah... The pain of danmaku is too much for an extra head like this... You've lost it, with some discomfort.
> At least the forest isn't too far. You can just send another to rejoin...
>_
-
Aya:
> "We'll need to make sure you aren't shoved to any hypothetical front lines, then, I imagine. Will you need another body of water to get us back?"
-
Seki
>Create a head without stopping the stretches
>Send the head back the forest
-
Aya:
> "We'll need to make sure you aren't shoved to any hypothetical front lines, then, I imagine. Will you need another body of water to get us back?"
Seki
>Create a head without stopping the stretches
>Send the head back the forest
Seki:
> You make another head while still stretching, having it head back. Pun unintended.
Aya:
> "I don't know if the Earth and the sky can be reflected in water on the moon..." Megumu says with uncertainty.
> "What about her?" Momizi points out the flying head you lost on the way to the bamboo forest.
> "Smaller recon?" Megumu questions.
>_
-
Aya:
> Shrug.
> "Dunno what she's doing. But we should probably make sure we can get back before heading out, then. Could we send part of a rope, maybe, to keep the two spaces connected?"
-
Seki
>How do we feel
Head 2
>If we see a tengu pointing at us move a bit faster
->Don't want to eat crow again
-
Aya:
> Shrug.
> "Dunno what she's doing. But we should probably make sure we can get back before heading out, then. Could we send part of a rope, maybe, to keep the two spaces connected?"
Seki
>How do we feel
Head 2
>If we see a tengu pointing at us move a bit faster
->Don't want to eat crow again
Aya:
> "Not sure. This isn't really something I've done much of before." Megumu says.
Seki:
> Tired from this stretching that feels like it's more than you can handle...
> You speed up a little, hoping such a gesture doesn't make the much faster Tengu chase after you...
>_
-
Seki
>Does Meiling look winded?
-
Seki
>Does Meiling look winded?
Seki:
> She doesn't even look the slightest bit tired... You think she could do this for days.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Well, there's only one way to find out, I suppose."
> Frown.
> "And I can't very well ask someone else to do something I'm not willing to do myself. I'll go."
-
Seki
>"How long have been doing stretches like this?"
->Imagine if we were doing this without youkai endurance.
-
Aya:
> "Well, there's only one way to find out, I suppose."
> Frown.
> "And I can't very well ask someone else to do something I'm not willing to do myself. I'll go."
Seki
>"How long have been doing stretches like this?"
->Imagine if we were doing this without youkai endurance.
Aya:
> "We should come up with a plan to at least make it back first." Megumu advises.
> "Yeah, we don't want to start sacrificing yet." Momizi adds.
> "Why don't we find that gap hag?" Tewi proposes. "Surely she can bring someone back if it comes down to it."
> "Or one of those hermits?" Hatate considers. "They can travel to a place of theirs from anywhere last I recall..."
Seki:
> "Just a few minutes. It hasn't even been an hour yet. You can keep this up, right?"
> You'd probably be on the floor in pain by now...
> You return to the forest, seeing Marisa has whipped out some spellcard.
> It looks intimidating, even from here...
>_
-
Aya:
> Do we know where the Yakumos live?
-
Aya:
> Do we know where the Yakumos live?
Aya:
> Roughly, yes.
>_
-
Aya:
> What is our opinion of the Yakumos, from having interacted with them before?
-
Aya:
> What is our opinion of the Yakumos, from having interacted with them before?
Aya:
> You think that, without her master around, Ran might not be bad to be around. Yukariz however, always seems to have a hidden motive, even in trivial things. She doesn't have to make everything a puzzle. It's not like you make everything a race...
>_
-
Aya:
> Frown a bit.
> "I could try to see what the Yakumos are willing to offer, I suppose..."
-
Seki
>Say with mounting horror, "We're going to be doing this for an hour?"
Head 2
>Watch the fairies and note how they dodge
-
Aya:
> Frown a bit.
> "I could try to see what the Yakumos are willing to offer, I suppose..."
Seki
>Say with mounting horror, "We're going to be doing this for an hour?"
Head 2
>Watch the fairies and note how they dodge
Aya:
> "Then one of us should look for a hermit." Megumu says.
Seki:
> "Haha. I'm kidding. I hope you're feeling good and ready now. If so, we can stop stretching and move on to some exercises to make use of that and help you with flexibility." Meiling stops.
> You observe the fairies. They seem grouped behind Sunny...
> Marisa unleashes a giant laser in their direction. Wait, no, that's just light alone?
> Regardless, the orange fairy seems to be deflecting it another direction...
>_
-
Seki:
>"I wasn't expecting it to be as tiring. I'm ready for the next step."
Head 2
>That wasn't helpful
->Continue watching to see how they dodge non light danmaku
-
Aya:
> "Is that something you can do, Boss? Or do you need to stay here to maintain whatever it is you're doing?"
-
Seki:
>"I wasn't expecting it to be as tiring. I'm ready for the next step."
Head 2
>That wasn't helpful
->Continue watching to see how they dodge non light danmaku
Aya:
> "Is that something you can do, Boss? Or do you need to stay here to maintain whatever it is you're doing?"
Seki:
> "Well, next might be much more tiring... fair warning."
> You watch in wait, until Marisa adds regular danmaku alongside the light.
> After a bit of watching the danmaku approach and having no escape without Sunny, the trio nod to each other, and seem to declare a spell card.
> "Light Sign: Triple Meteor!"
> Getting into position, the fairies each begin firing streams of bullets towards Marisa.
Aya:
> "I'll do it." Momizi offers.
>_
-
Aya:
> Nod.
>"Alright. Thank you, Momi. You should bring someone with you, though, just in case."
-
Seki
>"When I drop just, don't take offense."
Head 2
>Hmm, using a spellcard when trapped
->I'm definitely handicapped right now.
>Why am I getting a terrible feeling about those Tengu?
->Head back towards the Tengu
-->Probably nothing, but I'd hate it if I was wrong
-
Aya:
> Nod.
>"Alright. Thank you, Momi. You should bring someone with you, though, just in case."
Seki
>"When I drop just, don't take offense."
Head 2
>Hmm, using a spellcard when trapped
->I'm definitely handicapped right now.
>Why am I getting a terrible feeling about those Tengu?
->Head back towards the Tengu
-->Probably nothing, but I'd hate it if I was wrong
Aya:
> "I'll take Hatate then, since she brought up the hermits in the first place. And maybe because I don't know exactly where to find them..." Momizi says.
Seki:
> "Well... we'll start off light and slow then." Meiling starts for a Jog around the side of the mansion.
> "Try to keep up."
> Well, this could be more comfortable. Just jogging shouldn't be terrible, even if you don't have incredible stamina.
> You're starting to feel that Meiling's training might be a better idea. Or at least having a full body to train with would be better...
> Marisa starts to graze the bullets slowly as she notices them burst into stars behind her, keeping at a speed just to keep away from them.
> You start back for the Tengu...
>_
-
Aya:
> Who else is present?
-
Seki
>Follow Meiling's example and jog
Head 2
>Are we at the tengu yet
-
Aya:
> Who else is present?
Seki
>Follow Meiling's example and jog
Head 2
>Are we at the tengu yet
Aya:
> Megumu, Hatate, Momizi, Nitori, Tewi, Seki seems to be about to pass by again, and you think you notice Cirno not too far away from your group at the lake.
Seki:
> You start to lightly jog after Meiling.
> You're not exactly known for your speed... You're still on your way.
>_
-
Seki
>Continue our actions
-
Aya:
> Fly over to Momizi and gently set Hatate down next to her.
> "There you go. You two have fun, now~"
-
Seki
>Continue our actions
Aya:
> Fly over to Momizi and gently set Hatate down next to her.
> "There you go. You two have fun, now~"
Seki:
> Meiling picks up her pace slightly.
> "Alright, I hope you're ready to start moving more." She speaks, before whistling.
> A few fairies fly over to the gate guard, to which, she begins to speak something to them...?
> You continue, getting back to the lake and seeing the Tengu still around.
Aya:
> You free your hands from Hatate, then free your hands of Hatate.
> "Don't delay too much." Tewi urges. "I'd really rather we don't run out of time." The rabbit looks up, as the moon shines ever brighter. Not quite blinding like that photo was, but it's grossly incandescent - in a way that almost makes it feel like sunlight is pouring down on you, but it's moonlight instead...
>_
-
Aya:
> Look to Iizunamaru.
> "You staying here, Boss, or are you coming with me?"
-
Seki
>Try to keep pace
Head 2
>"Hey, did you find anything new about the incident."
->Please no more crow experiments
-
Aya:
> Look to Iizunamaru.
> "You staying here, Boss, or are you coming with me?"
Seki
>Try to keep pace
Head 2
>"Hey, did you find anything new about the incident."
->Please no more crow experiments
Aya:
> "I think I'll leave the Yakumos to you..." Megumu crosses her arms.
Seki:
> You speed up a bit, before the fairies begin to fly in two lines to the sides of you and Meiling, and a few going a good distance behind you.
> Soon, they begin firing danmaku down towards the ground. It doesn't seem like they're aiming for you. Maybe it's for appearances?
> "Somewhat..." One of the Tengu answers.
>_
-
Senki
>"How often do you train like tgis?"
->How do we feel?
Head 2
>"Have things become dire enough to invoke the Yakumos?"
-
Aya:
> If we walked over to Head 2, would we pass by Iizunamaru?
-
Senki
>"How often do you train like tgis?"
->How do we feel?
Head 2
>"Have things become dire enough to invoke the Yakumos?"
Aya:
> If we walked over to Head 2, would we pass by Iizunamaru?
Seki:
> "Oh, I do more than this. But this level seems doable for you, right?"
> Meiling seems to launch danmaku towards your feet, gliding along the ground as if it was aiming to trip you.
> "Probably past that..." Tewi looks aside.
Aya:
> Yes. You could just go further around, though.
>_
-
Aya:
> Nod.
> "Very well."
> Point at Head 2.
> "You're coming with me, then."
> Walk toward Head 2, but once we reach Iizunamaru, pause, and then bring our face up to her ear and whisper.
> "A shame, though. I wouldn't have minded too much if you had taken a peek, Boss."
> Then continue on the rest of the way to Head 2 and grab hold of her.
-
Seki
>Take a gulp of air
->Jump over the danmaku
Head 2
>Let Aya catch us
-
Aya:
> Nod.
> "Very well."
> Point at Head 2.
> "You're coming with me, then."
> Walk toward Head 2, but once we reach Iizunamaru, pause, and then bring our face up to her ear and whisper.
> "A shame, though. I wouldn't have minded too much if you had taken a peek, Boss."
> Then continue on the rest of the way to Head 2 and grab hold of her.
Seki
>Take a gulp of air
->Jump over the danmaku
Head 2
>Let Aya catch us
Aya:
> You start for Sekibanki's head.
> "Well you certainly seem to have no fear." Megumu speaks. "The Yakumos might not trouble you too much, then."
> Tou grab hold of the head.
Seki:
> You do your best to jump over the danmaku, managing and continuing.
> "Good good. Get ready for more. Though, I'll at least lower the pace a bit so you don't tire out too soon." Meiling slows down slightly.
>_
-
Seki
>Slow to match Meiling's speed
Head 2
>How well can we play dead and convince powerful youkai?
-
Aya:
> "They're different. Meet you back here?"
-
Seki
>Slow to match Meiling's speed
Head 2
>How well can we play dead and convince powerful youkai?
Aya:
> "They're different. Meet you back here?"
Seki:
> You relax into a much lighter Jog.
> You... can't. You doubt any powerful youkai would be tricked.
Aya:
> Megumu nods
>_
-
Aya:
> "Got it. Take care."
> Take flight and head in the direction of the Yakumo residence.
> As we go, give the head a thorough inspection, including turning it all over every which way in our hands.
-
Head 2
>"You've met the Yakumos before?"
-
Aya:
> "I've met just about everyone of note. It's kind of what I do."
-
Aya:
> "Got it. Take care."
> Take flight and head in the direction of the Yakumo residence.
> As we go, give the head a thorough inspection, including turning it all over every which way in our hands.
Head 2
>"You've met the Yakumos before?"
Aya:
> "I've met just about everyone of note. It's kind of what I do."
Aya:
> You start off with Seki in hand.
> You inspect the head again... Still nothing new compared to last time...
Seki:
> The gate guard attacks again, though this time, firing something towards your head level.
>_
-
Aya:
> "So how do you work, anyway?"
Head 2:
> How do we work, anyway?
-
Aya:
> "So how do you work, anyway?"
Head 2:
> How do we work, anyway?
Seki:
> Your head is sorta connected to yourself, and also sorta not. It'd hurt a bit if it got destroyed, but for the most part, it can act individually from you, though still as you. Easy way for you to think about it is just letting its own brain function instead of your body's. Speaking of, as a Youkai, you don't need the organs that let animals and humans function. You're supernatural, and they're natural.
>_
-
Head 2:
> Relay that information (aside from the "it would hurt if we got destroyed" part, she doesn't need to know that).
Aya:
> "Huh."
> "...How far in did those crows get, anyway?"
Head 2:
> How far in did they get?
-
Seki
>Slide under the danmaku
Head 2
>"Think of me as a separate head connected to the brain in my body."
-
Head 2:
> Relay that information (aside from the "it would hurt if we got destroyed" part, she doesn't need to know that).
Aya:
> "Huh."
> "...How far in did those crows get, anyway?"
Head 2:
> How far in did they get?
Seki
>Slide under the danmaku
Head 2
>"Think of me as a separate head connected to the brain in my body."
Seki:
> They didn't really get anywhere.
> You slide under the danmaku, though that slows you down and almost gets you hit by the fairies chasing the two of you.
> Meiling fires the first kind again, expecting you to jump already.
>_
-
Seki:
>Use our flight to help us jump back on our feet and if need be over the danmaku
-
Aya:
> Give Iizunamaru an order, via the wind, to look up our skirt the next opportunity she gets.
Head 2:
> Could they have gone much further than they did? Or did they go about as far as they could have?
-
Seki:
>Use our flight to help us jump back on our feet and if need be over the danmaku
Aya:
> Give Iizunamaru an order, via the wind, to look up our skirt the next opportunity she gets.
Head 2:
> Could they have gone much further than they did? Or did they go about as far as they could have?
Seki:
> You try to get above the danmaku quickly by also using your flight, managing just barely.
> Meiling throws a quick repeat of the two danmaku. One above, the next, further away and along the ground, as she speeds back up. She's pretty much running now, and the fairies are flying faster to match.
> The crows could not go any further.
Aya:
> You give and order for Megumu, wondering if it'll work this far. Well, it does for normal crows, so maybe...
>_
-
Aya:
> Are crows capable of communicating with us? For example, if one actually did succeed at investigating around inside us, and it found something unusual, would it have been able to report that to us in some fashion?
-
Aya:
> Are crows capable of communicating with us? For example, if one actually did succeed at investigating around inside us, and it found something unusual, would it have been able to report that to us in some fashion?
Aya:
> They weren't great at it... But they're smart enough to try and get close. You believe it could've reported something you'd have a general idea of.
> But given you now know how your ability works properly; you should be able to understand crows better.
>_
-
Head 2:
> "As far as they could. Which was not very far at all."
Aya:
> Take passive note of the flow of the wind, to detect if anyone comes close to us.
> "I see."
> ...
> "...I don't suppose you'd be willing to investigate inside me, would you?"
Head 2:
> Have a look at the tengu. Would we even fit?
-
Seki
>Gulp down precious air
->Begin running
>Pull off our head then jump under the first danmaku
->Use our head to pull our body up
>Use our head as a step to jump over the next danmaku
//Seki is in track and field! :)
-
Head 2:
> "As far as they could. Which was not very far at all."
Aya:
> Take passive note of the flow of the wind, to detect if anyone comes close to us.
> "I see."
> ...
> "...I don't suppose you'd be willing to investigate inside me, would you?"
Head 2:
> Have a look at the tengu. Would we even fit?
Seki
>Gulp down precious air
->Begin running
>Pull off our head then jump under the first danmaku
->Use our head to pull our body up
>Use our head as a step to jump over the next danmaku
//Seki is in track and field! :)
Aya:
> You are nearing your destination.
Seki:
> You would not fit...
> You take another breath and send your head off, allowing your body to simply keep under the danmaku.
> Then quickly move down to allow your body to step over the ground danmaku.
> You hope she doesn't start running faster than this. This is already feeling like a proper exercise.
> "Ooh. You're keeping up with this well. Alright guys, time for phase two. Remember to make some noise." The guard says.
> "Over here!" One of the fairies ahead fires a couple bullets your way.
>_
-
Head 2:
> "I wouldn't fit."
Aya:
> Sigh.
> "Right."
> Fly the rest of the way there, having a look around us for any peeping Iizunamarus.
-
Seki
>Are the bullets aimed at where we are or will be
>Do our extra heads let us Gulp down more air?
-
Head 2:
> "I wouldn't fit."
Aya:
> Sigh.
> "Right."
> Fly the rest of the way there, having a look around us for any peeping Iizunamarus.
Seki
>Are the bullets aimed at where we are or will be
>Do our extra heads let us Gulp down more air?
Aya:
> You resume your path, visually looking back for your boss, but finding that she hasn't followed...
Seki:
> Where you will be.
> You don't think so.
>_
-
Seki
>Slow down so the danmaku will pass in front of us
Head 2
>Start breathing heavy
>How do we feel?
-
Aya:
> Keep going, then.
> "Uh, you okay?"
-
Seki
>Slow down so the danmaku will pass in front of us
Head 2
>Start breathing heavy
>How do we feel?
Aya:
> Keep going, then.
> "Uh, you okay?"
Seki:
> You slow down, only to feel a burn as the danmaku from the fairies still following behind you starts pelting your back.
> You start to breath as if you were running.
> It's not helping your body far as you can tell...
Aya:
> You arrive at the Yakumo residence.
>_
-
Seki
>Speed up so the danmaku will pass behind then after the danmaku misses return to our regular speed
Head 2
>Breath normally
-
Aya:
> Knock on the door.
-
Seki
>Speed up so the danmaku will pass behind then after the danmaku misses return to our regular speed
Head 2
>Breath normally
Aya:
> Knock on the door.
Seki:
> You get back to running again, starting to get tired though...
> "Get a load of this!" You hear one of the fairies behind you.
Aya:
> You knock...
> No response.
>_
-
Seki
>Spin around and run backwards
->What do we see
-
Aya:
> Knock again.
-
Seki
>Spin around and run backwards
->What do we see
Aya:
> Knock again.
Seki:
> You spin and start running backwards.
> One of the fairies is launching danmaku at you. Just like the previous.
> "The more the merrier!" Another fairy speaks, back at the front though.
Aya:
> Knock...
> Nothing.
>_
-
Aya:
> Try opening the door.
> Summon three crows through the wind.
-
Seki
>"I'm not convinced!"
->Dodge the danmaku
-
Aya:
> Try opening the door.
> Summon three crows through the wind.
Seki
>"I'm not convinced!"
->Dodge the danmaku
Aya:
> You try to open the door, and it gives way.
> Within the room, you can see Yukari, sitting at a table, enjoying something to drink...
Seki:
> You dodge, only to be pelted a moment after from ahead, tripping you up.
> "Phase two's a bit too tough still, huh..." The gate guard slows to a stop. "And here I thought it'd be great at getting someone used to danmaku."
>_
-
Seki
>"Just give me a moment to catch my breath."
-
Aya:
> "Oh, you are here."
-
Seki
>"Just give me a moment to catch my breath."
Aya:
> "Oh, you are here."
Seki:
> The gate guard seems to wait for you.
> As do the fairies.
> "I think we went too hard on her." One of the fairies says.
> "Well I didn't even get to attack yet." Another pouts.
Aya:
> "Yes, I am. I would've said such if anyone had asked." Yukari replies.
>_
-
Aya:
> "You aware of what's going on with the moon?"
-
Seki
>How do we feel
Head 2
>Whisper to Aya, "Why did you just open the door?
>Breath slowly
->Try to be the most uninteresting severed head in the history of severed heads
-
Aya:
> "You aware of what's going on with the moon?"
Seki
>How do we feel
Head 2
>Whisper to Aya, "Why did you just open the door?
>Breath slowly
->Try to be the most uninteresting severed head in the history of severed heads
Seki:
> Exhausted and annoyed...
Aya:
> "Should I be?" Yukari questions.
>_
-
Aya:
> "It's really not good for Gensokyo. Some of us are planning a counter-strike by traveling to the moon."
-
Seki
>Channel our pride concerning fairies being better than us to keep going
->When we feel we can go again tell Meiling
-
Aya:
> "It's really not good for Gensokyo. Some of us are planning a counter-strike by traveling to the moon."
Seki
>Channel our pride concerning fairies being better than us to keep going
->When we feel we can go again tell Meiling
Aya:
> "Is it now? Well, good luck, then." Yukari takes a sip.
> The crows you called for have arrived...
Seki:
> You continue to rest...
>_
-
Aya:
> "You seem oddly nonchalant about this matter. Are you at least confident we can get back here from the moon safely?"
-
Aya:
> "You seem oddly nonchalant about this matter. Are you at least confident we can get back here from the moon safely?"
Aya:
> "Nope." Yukari says. "I don't know who you're even taking in the first place."
>_
-
Seki
>Are we that out of shape?
Head 2
>Bow
->"Miss Yakumo, with reverence I ask that you might share some of bottomless wisdom and cunning in what course of action we should take."
-
Aya:
> "Me, and maybe anyone I can carry. My boss can get me there through the sky's reflection in the Misty Lake, but isn't sure about getting me back."
> Adopt a thoughtful look.
> "... Come to think of it...I can go really fast while carrying others, but my hands get pretty full pretty quickly. I don't suppose you could make it so I can safely carry people within me by, like, swallowing them?"
-
Seki
>Are we that out of shape?
Head 2
>Bow
->"Miss Yakumo, with reverence I ask that you might share some of bottomless wisdom and cunning in what course of action we should take."
Aya:
> "Me, and maybe anyone I can carry. My boss can get me there through the sky's reflection in the Misty Lake, but isn't sure about getting me back."
> Adopt a thoughtful look.
> "... Come to think of it...I can go really fast while carrying others, but my hands get pretty full pretty quickly. I don't suppose you could make it so I can safely carry people within me by, like, swallowing them?"
Seki:
> No. You don't think so. Unless it's in terms of danmaku. Then, maybe...
Aya:
> "What's in it for me?" Yukari says, though you're unsure who she's answering.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Aside from Gensokyo's safety, it depends on what you might want us to do for you, if anything."
-
Aya:
> "Aside from Gensokyo's safety, it depends on what you might want us to do for you, if anything."
Aya:
> "Well, even I can't make it to the moon with one set of gaps." The sage shrugs.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Do you...want to come with me, then? It would be easy for me to take you along if you're willing to fulfill my request, after all."
-
Head 2
>"A youkai as cunning and as strong as yourself must have few challenges in life. What could make a more amusing challenge for one as intelligent as yourself than to make fools of those who created this incident than with a single tengu and a - weak youkai?"
-
Aya:
> "Do you...want to come with me, then? It would be easy for me to take you along if you're willing to fulfill my request, after all."
Head 2
>"A youkai as cunning and as strong as yourself must have few challenges in life. What could make a more amusing challenge for one as intelligent as yourself than to make fools of those who created this incident than with a single tengu and a - weak youkai?"
> "I'd rather not travel to the moon again so soon." Yukari admits with a sigh.
>_
-
Aya:
> "Well, for what it's worth, I guess you wouldn't ever actually have to get out of me if you didn't want to. You could just be along for the ride, so to speak."
-
Aya:
> "Well, for what it's worth, I guess you wouldn't ever actually have to get out of me if you didn't want to. You could just be along for the ride, so to speak."
Aya:
> "In the end, that would still be a visit to the moon." Yukari rests her cheek on her hand.
>_
-
Aya:
> "That's fair. Is there something else I can do for you, then? Surely there is some value in being owed a favor by me, even for someone of your status."
-
Aya:
> "That's fair. Is there something else I can do for you, then? Surely there is some value in being owed a favor by me, even for someone of your status."
Aya:
> "Hm... I can think of a few things I'd want you for later down the line..." Yukari speaks. "You just want to safely carry people inside yourself, is that correct?"
>_
-
Head 2
>"Or a request. Though I can dismiss my head as long as my body is on Earth."
-
Aya:
> Nod.
> "As many as possible, if that's not asking too much. It would take a lot of people before my top speed would be reduced to the point of making carrying them all not worth it."
-
Head 2
>"Or a request. Though I can dismiss my head as long as my body is on Earth."
Aya:
> Nod.
> "As many as possible, if that's not asking too much. It would take a lot of people before my top speed would be reduced to the point of making carrying them all not worth it."
Aya:
> Yukari examines the two of you...
> "It'd be difficult to make that possible for you without also giving you complications with eating and drinking."
Seki:
> You feel uncomfortable with how much she's glaring at you. Is she looking at you? You're not sure...
>_
-
Aya:
> Adopt a thoughtful look.
> "Oh, hmm. I hadn't even thought of that...I was only focused on people being able to fit at all, and me not exploding."
-
Aya:
> Adopt a thoughtful look.
> "Oh, hmm. I hadn't even thought of that...I was only focused on people being able to fit at all, and me not exploding."
> "You should take it into consideration."
>_
-
Aya:
> "Hmm. Well. ...How much of a danger would it pose to others if no changes were made that would complicate eating and drinking? If this is even possible to do without those changes."
-
Aya:
> "Hmm. Well. ...How much of a danger would it pose to others if no changes were made that would complicate eating and drinking? If this is even possible to do without those changes."
Aya:
> "I won't be answering that directly."
>_
-
Aya:
> "I see..."
> "...In that case, by 'difficult', do you mean 'time-consuming but doable', or do you mean 'impossible, but I want to let you down gently'?"
-
Seki
>How do we feel
Head 2
>Remember that going to the moon was a death sentence and people are waiting for something to happen here
>"Is there anything I could do that I could convince you to let me borrow your strength to make sure some acquaintances and myself are unharmed by the end of this incident?"
-
Aya:
> "I see..."
> "...In that case, by 'difficult', do you mean 'time-consuming but doable', or do you mean 'impossible, but I want to let you down gently'?"
Seki
>How do we feel
Head 2
>Remember that going to the moon was a death sentence and people are waiting for something to happen here
>"Is there anything I could do that I could convince you to let me borrow your strength to make sure some acquaintances and myself are unharmed by the end of this incident?"
Aya:
> "It's doable."
Seki:
> Like you could go for a drink of water, at least... If not something to eat, too.
> "I'm no miracle worker, nor babysitter. If you step on a sharp rock, you want me to make sure it doesn't hurt you?"
>_
-
Aya:
> "How long would it take?"
-
Aya:
> "How long would it take?"
Aya:
> "You don't even care about how difficult it'll be for me?" Yukari questions. "How hurtful..."
>_
-
Aya:
> Frown a bit.
> "Of course I care. But I don't think there's much I can do to help that. ...Is there?"
-
Seki
>"OK, ready."
->We'll get water afterwards
Head 2
>"I was think more alive and unmaimed. A-assuming it isn't an inconvenience for you."
-
Aya:
> Frown a bit.
> "Of course I care. But I don't think there's much I can do to help that. ...Is there?"
Seki
>"OK, ready."
->We'll get water afterwards
Head 2
>"I was think more alive and unmaimed. A-assuming it isn't an inconvenience for you."
Aya:
> "Not with that request..."
Seki:
> "You sure? You don't look ready..." The gate guard says.
> "I suggest you stay away from anything happening, then." Yukari advises. "Of course running into danger is dangerous."
>_
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Aya:
> "How difficult are we talking, then, in terms of favors owed in return? If I can't help the process, then the best I can do is pay extra."
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Seki
>"I'm just - I'm at my limit to be honest."
->Wipe the sweat from our brow
>Consider if the incident is indirectly affecting us with us actually being proactive even if to save our skin
Head 2
>"That seems so much more obvious when you say it like that. Am I wrong in my assessment that everyone is involved in the incident?"
>"Even if Aya and myself aren't directly affected it has effected Gensokyo. Not sure how to avoid it in that case."
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Aya:
> "How difficult are we talking, then, in terms of favors owed in return? If I can't help the process, then the best I can do is pay extra."
Seki
>"I'm just - I'm at my limit to be honest."
->Wipe the sweat from our brow
>Consider if the incident is indirectly affecting us with us actually being proactive even if to save our skin
Head 2
>"That seems so much more obvious when you say it like that. Am I wrong in my assessment that everyone is involved in the incident?"
>"Even if Aya and myself aren't directly affected it has effected Gensokyo. Not sure how to avoid it in that case."
Aya:
> "Not difficult enough to not be worth it to you, it seems..." Yukari says.
> You feel a tingling in your gut...
Seki:
> "We can take a longer rest then. There's nothing wrong with that."
> "Yes, you're incorrect. Everyone being involved is quite a broad statement, after all."
>_
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Seki
>"It is greatly appreciated."
Head 2
>"There is at least one person not involved? Who?"
>Do we have a house
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Aya:
> Have a look down at ourselves.
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Seki
>"It is greatly appreciated."
Head 2
>"There is at least one person not involved? Who?"
>Do we have a house
Aya:
> Have a look down at ourselves.
Seki:
> "There are some who don't care about the state of Gensokyo."
> You have a place you stay at in the human village... generally.
Aya:
> Nothing seems visibly changed...
>_
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Aya:
> Do we feel any different on the whole now?
> "Well, something definitely happened."
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Head 2
>"I see, then do you know how this incident is going to change Gensokyo?"
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Aya:
> Do we feel any different on the whole now?
> "Well, something definitely happened."
Head 2
>"I see, then do you know how this incident is going to change Gensokyo?"
Aya:
> You're not sure. You think you do, but that may be placebo...
Seki:
> "I haven't been paying too much attention to it." Yukari responds.
>_
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Aya:
> "So...is that it, just like that?"
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Head 2
>"I. . . What could I possibly do or exchange to learn from one as great as yourself either magic or how to move people and my body between my heads."
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Aya:
> "So...is that it, just like that?"
Head 2
>"I. . . What could I possibly do or exchange to learn from one as great as yourself either magic or how to move people and my body between my heads."
Aya:
> "It may not have seemed difficult to you, but it was quite annoying to finish up" Yukari sighs.
Seki:
> "If it's something about your heads, that should be easy enough for you to just change yourself, shouldn't it?"
>_
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Aya:
> "I didn't mean to comment negatively. Quite the opposite, really. That it happened so quickly despite the difficulty speaks to your talents, and how right I was to come to you."
> Look around the house, eventually settling our gaze back on Yukari.
> "...Is there anything, or anyone, I can test myself on?"
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Seki
>Try pulling the magic of our body into our head and expelling it at head 2's location
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Aya:
> "I didn't mean to comment negatively. Quite the opposite, really. That it happened so quickly despite the difficulty speaks to your talents, and how right I was to come to you."
> Look around the house, eventually settling our gaze back on Yukari.
> "...Is there anything, or anyone, I can test myself on?"
Seki
>Try pulling the magic of our body into our head and expelling it at head 2's location
Aya:
> "Well, you appear to have a few birds waiting on you. And the head you have who's also asking for help..."
Seki:
> You try...
> Nothing...
> "I don't know how you've been doing it, but it should be natural. Like a fish would swim, or a bird, fly."
>_
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Aya:
> "I don't think this head wants any part of that, unfortunately. As for the birds...I'm pretty sure I already could anyway, if they were orderly about it and went one at a time."
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Aya:
> "I don't think this head wants any part of that, unfortunately. As for the birds...I'm pretty sure I already could anyway, if they were orderly about it and went one at a time."
Aya:
> "Are you implying you wish to interrupt my lounging?"
>_
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Aya:
> "...I mean, you could easily lounge in there too. But I have no expectations either way."
-
Aya:
> "...I mean, you could easily lounge in there too. But I have no expectations either way."
Aya:
> "You say it as if I have no standards on where I rest..." Yukari looks hurt.
>_
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Aya:
> Look hurt ourselves.
> "You say that as if my body is below those standards."
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Head 2
>Want to produce another head
->Feel that desire
-->Act on that desire
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Aya:
> Look hurt ourselves.
> "You say that as if my body is below those standards."
Head 2
>Want to produce another head
->Feel that desire
-->Act on that desire
Aya:
> "Well I did just make it possible. I personally wouldn't want to linger in there myself. Perhaps a friend of yours may find it more appealing?"
Seki:
> You make your desires known, concentrating on it...
> And...!
> ...Nothing. Still nothing...
>_
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Aya:
> "Possibly. And thank you for getting me this far, at least."
> Adopt a thoughtful look.
> "Though now I wonder if there's a way to make it actively desirable, if not enjoyable..."
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Head 2
>"I feel like a batfish or an ostrich."
>What do we normally feel when creating a head?
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Aya:
> "Possibly. And thank you for getting me this far, at least."
> Adopt a thoughtful look.
> "Though now I wonder if there's a way to make it actively desirable, if not enjoyable..."
Head 2
>"I feel like a batfish or an ostrich."
>What do we normally feel when creating a head?
Aya:
> "Some people just have different likes and dislikes. It's impossible at times to make someone like something they just don't."
Seki:
> You normally don't feel anything unnatural. It's too hard to describe how to do it for someone else.
>_
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Head 2
>Slowly go the steps we use to make a head
->Where did it begin to fail
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Aya:
> "I suppose that's true."
> Look to the head.
> "Whatever you're working on with yourself, does it need to be here? Or can I bring you back to the lake? At least with me you can experiment with yourself on the go."
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Head 2
>Slowly go the steps we use to make a head
->Where did it begin to fail
Aya:
> "I suppose that's true."
> Look to the head.
> "Whatever you're working on with yourself, does it need to be here? Or can I bring you back to the lake? At least with me you can experiment with yourself on the go."
Seki:
> You make another head...
> No dice. It just does not seem to work... Rather, all you've seem to do this time is make a head from your body again.
Aya:
> The flying head seems busy and frustrated...
>_
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Seki
>Dismiss the extra head that was made
Head 2
>"Just one thing before we go."
->"Miss Yakumo could you share what knowledge you have on my species of youkai?"
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Aya:
> Wait a moment to see if the head actually vanishes.
> While watching the head, try pulling one corner of our mouth to the side, to see how far it'll go.
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Seki
>Dismiss the extra head that was made
Head 2
>"Just one thing before we go."
->"Miss Yakumo could you share what knowledge you have on my species of youkai?"
Aya:
> Wait a moment to see if the head actually vanishes.
> While watching the head, try pulling one corner of our mouth to the side, to see how far it'll go.
Seki:
> You dismiss the extra head before the gate guard questions it.
> "You're a youkai known as a Rokurokubi. They're a kind of humanoid youkai that can stretch their necks or even detach their head completely from their body. You seem to be particularly skilled in that you can create additional heads, and even keep one on your body alongside such."
Aya:
> The head persists, still here.
> You pull at your mouth, finding that it doesn't appear to go further than you'd expect...
>_
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Aya:
> Frown a tad.
> "Hey, you, I need to borrow you for just a moment."
> Grab at the head and try to fit it in our mouth.
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Head 2
>"Hey, what are. . ."
>Give the most deadpan look
->"Right, this is my life now. Thank you, for the bout of sanity."
-->Accept our fate
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Aya:
> Frown a tad.
> "Hey, you, I need to borrow you for just a moment."
> Grab at the head and try to fit it in our mouth.
Head 2
>"Hey, what are. . ."
>Give the most deadpan look
->"Right, this is my life now. Thank you, for the bout of sanity."
-->Accept our fate
Aya:
> You try to stuff the head in your hands in your mouth.
> No dice... Too big.
Seki:
> You feel relieved at the Tengu's failure...
>_
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Aya:
> Try again, but this time with the intent of carrying the head inside us, even if it means swallowing it.
-
Aya:
> Try again, but this time with the intent of carrying the head inside us, even if it means swallowing it.
Aya:
> You try once more, but it's still too much. Perhaps you've been swindled by the youkai sage...
>_
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Aya:
> Pull the head away from our mouth and frown deeper.
> "Well, that's unfortunate."
> Look to Yukari.
> "Is it something I said?"
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Head 2
>"Thank you Miss Yakumo. That knowledge helps quite a bit."
>"You asked to be able to store inside you. You forgot about the secondary power to use it, namely opening your mouth enough."
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Aya:
> Pull the head away from our mouth and frown deeper.
> "Well, that's unfortunate."
> Look to Yukari.
> "Is it something I said?"
Head 2
>"Thank you Miss Yakumo. That knowledge helps quite a bit."
>"You asked to be able to store inside you. You forgot about the secondary power to use it, namely opening your mouth enough."
Aya:
> "The Rokurokubi explained it fairly well. It should work properly if you can get someone in there in the first place." Yukari explains.
>_
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Aya:
> Sigh.
> "I had hoped that ability would be part and parcel of the overall request and process."
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Head 2
>"Could I bother, Miss Yukari, for a body without an owner?"
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Aya:
> Sigh.
> "I had hoped that ability would be part and parcel of the overall request and process."
Head 2
>"Could I bother, Miss Yukari, for a body without an owner?"
Aya:
> "I had assumed you already had something to take care of that, given what you asked for."
Seki:
> "I don't happen to have such with me." The youkai pours herself another cup.
>_
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Aya:
> Don't do the obvious verbal tick, we don't want to be known for that.
> "How much extra would that cost me?"
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Head 2
>"Aya, may I experiment with your body for a moment?"
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Aya:
> "Huh? Uh, sure, I guess. Fair's fair and all that. Just try not to wreck it, I worked hard on looking this good."
> Might as well let whatever is about to happen happen.
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Head 2
>"I'll try my best."
>Try connecting to Aya's body like we do with our own
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Aya:
> Don't do the obvious verbal tick, we don't want to be known for that.
> "How much extra would that cost me?"
Head 2
>"Aya, may I experiment with your body for a moment?"
Aya:
> "Huh? Uh, sure, I guess. Fair's fair and all that. Just try not to wreck it, I worked hard on looking this good."
> Might as well let whatever is about to happen happen.
Head 2
>"I'll try my best."
>Try connecting to Aya's body like we do with our own
Seki:
> You try to return your head onto Aya's body as if it were your own...
> Just like with Luna, where it feels like you're on her body, it seems to succeed.
Aya:
> "I won't ask much for it. It's just making you be able to open your mouth wider. I've done it for a friend before." Yukari mentions. "But you should be on your way. The moon's almost full and I'd like to go out and watch it myself."
> You feel a brief stinging sensation as the head latches onto you, and a very strange sensation as goosebumps run up your shoulders and neck. Not to mention a brief tingling in your mouth as well.
> It feels like you have a second head, but it disconnects itself before much time passes...
>_
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Head 2
>Try to move Aya's hands
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Aya:
> Don't resist our body being moved.
> "Well, mouth, throat, stomach, and so on. But if it's easier than what's been done so far, that's good."
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Head 2
>Try to move Aya's hands
Aya:
> Don't resist our body being moved.
> "Well, mouth, throat, stomach, and so on. But if it's easier than what's been done so far, that's good."
Seki:
> You seem to be disconnected from her body already. In a similar way to with Luna, but not as quickly...
>_
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Aya:
> "But yes, once my mouth, throat, stomach, and so on are changed, I'll be on my way to deal with things."
-
Aya:
> "But yes, once my mouth, throat, stomach, and so on are changed, I'll be on my way to deal with things."
Aya:
> "Have you tried it yet?" Yukari questions.
>_
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Aya:
> Try pulling on our mouth again.
-
Aya:
> Try pulling on our mouth again.
Aya:
> You pull on your mouth, and the effort starts to move it further than before.
>_
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Aya:
> Let go.
> "Neat. Let's try this again, then. Hey, maybe you can do that head attachment thing from the inside."
> Try to stick Head 2 entirely in our mouth again. Close our mouth behind her if this is successful.
Head 2:
> If we do actually get stuck inside this weirdo tengu, try connecting to her body again.
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Seki
>Do we understand why we got rejected from the body?
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Aya:
> Let go.
> "Neat. Let's try this again, then. Hey, maybe you can do that head attachment thing from the inside."
> Try to stick Head 2 entirely in our mouth again. Close our mouth behind her if this is successful.
Head 2:
> If we do actually get stuck inside this weirdo tengu, try connecting to her body again.
Seki
>Do we understand why we got rejected from the body?
Aya:
> You try again, actually getting the youkai's head inside your mouth.
Seki:
> You don't know.
> Your attempt seems to fail from within here...
>_
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Aya:
> Pull the head back out of our mouth.
> Look to Yukari.
> "Perfect. I definitely owe you one. Enjoy the moon-viewing; you might see me kicking some ass up there if you look hard enough."
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Aya:
> Pull the head back out of our mouth.
> Look to Yukari.
> "Perfect. I definitely owe you one. Enjoy the moon-viewing; you might see me kicking some ass up there if you look hard enough."
Aya:
> You take Sekibanki out, though your gaze can't find any sight of Yukari.
>_
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Aya:
> "Oh."
> Exit the house with Head 2 in hand, closing the door behind us.
> Look down at Head 2. (Wipe her ribbon off if it's wet anywhere.)
> "Hope you got what you were looking for out of that."
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Head 2
>"Let me try again."
->Try to attach to Aya's body and hold it
-->Also move one of her limbs
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Aya:
> Let this happen.
-
Aya:
> "Oh."
> Exit the house with Head 2 in hand, closing the door behind us.
> Look down at Head 2. (Wipe her ribbon off if it's wet anywhere.)
> "Hope you got what you were looking for out of that."
Head 2
>"Let me try again."
->Try to attach to Aya's body and hold it
-->Also move one of her limbs
Aya:
> Let this happen.
Aya:
> You depart with Seki in hand.
> The moon is blindingly bright now. You don't think you can even look up.
Seki:
> You attach yourself to Aya once again, moving her arm on your own before you're detached from her like before.
>_
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Aya:
> "Well, that's not good. Sorry to interrupt what you're doing, but we gotta jet."
> Get a firm grip on the head and top-speed it back to where Boss Iizunamaru is.
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Aya:
> "Well, that's not good. Sorry to interrupt what you're doing, but we gotta jet."
> Get a firm grip on the head and top-speed it back to where Boss Iizunamaru is.
Aya:
> You dart back to the lake, finding that your group now has the addition of Toyosatomimi no Miko.
> "You took your sweet time getting back here." Hatate frowns. "Looks like the moon is about to explode or something."
> "Doesn't look like you could get Yukari's help." Momizi comments. "Are we relying on the Taoists, then?"
Seki:
> The gate guard and the fairies seem to be heading into the mansion.
>_
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Aya:
> Where's the boss?
> "Yeah, she was surprisingly uninterested in the whole ordeal. Which could be bad or good, depending on why. Looks like you were able to obtain a strong ally nonetheless, though."
> Nod affirmatively at Miko to acknowledge her presence.
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Seki
>How are we feeling?
>"What’s going on?"
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Aya:
> Where's the boss?
> "Yeah, she was surprisingly uninterested in the whole ordeal. Which could be bad or good, depending on why. Looks like you were able to obtain a strong ally nonetheless, though."
> Nod affirmatively at Miko to acknowledge her presence.
Seki
>How are we feeling?
>"What’s going on?"
Aya:
> She's present with the rest here, such as Tewi.
> "I'm surprised you called out for my help." Miko waves back. "I was busy with someone, but who am I to say no to someone who specifically needs me? That person could use a break anyways."
Seki:
> Better now. Could still go for water, but...
> "We're regrouping in the mansion. Kinda got a bad feeling..." The gate guard speaks.
> The blinding light of the moon shines more and more, now becoming too much for you to not look down. And soon enough, even that is too much.
> Pure light encompasses your vision. The sounds of your companions are dimmed and eventually drowned out by a sound you suppose is coming from the light, for lack of better explanation.
> You feel like you should've chosen your last actions better... Regardless, there's nothing to do but to wait now...
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Seki
>"Mother -"
->Wrap our cape around our face
-->Do we feel any better?
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