video; un: TIGER-STRIPED

[jigokumods]

[ The video takes place inside Toraguma's office at the Arena. His sunglasses are on, cigar between his lips, and the tall bottle of mineral water suggests he's... probably recovering from Nishitani's party, still. Best not to mention it.

He grumbles, rubbing at his cheek, pausing for a moment before he remembers what he was going to say. ]

So the bitch beat me to the punch. Well. I had better shit to do. [ A small chuckle ]

Either way, you heard it right. The grand opening of Sai no Kawara is gonna be on Tanabata, and there's a whole big fuckin' festival planned.

Our casino operation down there will be catering to the deepest pockets in all the realms, so I expect my boys to be out there leaving a damn good impression.

Full dress code. Look your best, or don't bother fuckin' showing up. Keep bringin' in all the Stardust you can get your hands on, too.

[ He opens up the bottle, chugging like... a full half of it before speaking again. ]

As for everyone else, I'm sure you got money burning in your pockets and some "wishes" to make. Maybe you'll strike a big win, eh? GYAAA HA HA HA~! [ He slaps the desk, snatching away his sunglasses and staring down the camera. ]

We'll show this city, once again, how the oni throw a party! There might even be a live execution or two if that Sakamoto guy doesn't make good on his promise!

See you there, Jigokucho... [ A lower chuckle as he reaches to sign off.... until he remembers something. ]

Oh and if you text back on this post I ain't respondin' to that shit today. Talk or don't.

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video; un: hoshiguma

[sawofstrength]

Sunglasses inside, eh?

[jigokumods]

Don't.

start.


[ He doesn't want to hear it! ]

[sawofstrength]

Haven't said anything yet!

... Sir.

To be honest, you seem the type regardless.

[jigokumods]

One of my lieutenants, Nishitani, had a rager at some hotel in Tamamo territory. He ordered me *several* bottles of my favorite. What's a grateful boss to do but indulge? That's the oni way, after all.

[ You don't turn down an offer of booze. ]

[sawofstrength]

It's just like you said. How long until all bottles were completely empty?

[Not looking to nag or judge, just curious.]

[jigokumods]

I paced myself.

Mostly.

[ Not at all. ]

[sawofstrength]

Your favorite drink was all it took, then? That'll be good to remember.

You're not so unreachable after all.

[jigokumods]

[ He just grumbles, huffing on his cigar. ]

Don't get any bright ideas...

[sawofstrength]

None at all, Sir. Like you mentioned last time, someone in your position shouldn't be interacting that way with a newcomer.

And I still don't know what your favorite drink actually is.

[jigokumods]

I'm sure Nishitani'll tell you if you ask. That guy's sense of discretion is broke as hell.

[sawofstrength]

Really?

How?

[No, seriously. That sounds REALLY BAD.]

[jigokumods]

Let's put it this way... the guy may be totally human, but he's more oni-like than some of the native oni in this clan.

[sawofstrength]

Ah, so he's like that.

[She Completely Understands and tries not to wince, but likely failed anyways.]

An oni in all but name, is it? Maybe in another life...

[jigokumods]

Maybe. Who knows, he might even ascend to one, if he spends enough time here. I've seen weirder shit.

[sawofstrength]

That's possible? Back home, Oni are just a race you're born as. Never heard of anyone ascending into one, or however that goes.

[jigokumods]

That's how it's supposed to go, sure...

[ He speaks, his tone low again. ]

But Shuten wasn't born an oni.

[sawofstrength]

There's and more and more for me to learn every day.

[Hmm.]

Not a bad way to spend my time whenever I'm off the clock.

[jigokumods]

Hmm.

[ He ashes his cigar. ]

You're thinking about it, right? Who you were in this world.

[sawofstrength]

You're right about the first part. But not the second.

I'm me.

I'm Hoshiguma.

Knowing that there's someone else with my name does make me wonder. But the other Hoshiguma...

Whoever they were, they were their own person. I'm not them.

[jigokumods]

... Yeah. I know.

[ There's a... resolution in how he says that, that feels like it was heavy in his chest before he put it out. ]

I guess sometimes I need a reminder, is all...

video | un: crownlessking

[rank1]

[Travis never takes his off, either.]

When you find a look, you commit to it!

[sawofstrength]

[Now we're talking. Unwavering dedication is a thought she can get behind!]

Hmmm, let me see... I have some I was given for my uniform.

[She moves off screen for a few and the comes back, wearing a pair of sunglasses. Indoors.]

Like this?

[art credit]

[rank1]

[Oh hey, she's actually humoring him. Travis is thrilled.]

Yeah! You got it, kid. You look cool!

[sawofstrength]

Kid? I'm over 40...

I don't really feel any different, but thanks.

[rank1]

[What, girls don't like it when you downplay their age? News to him!]

Maybe it's just not the look for you, then. But it'll tide you over until you find out.