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Hope Carassia ([personal profile] fibrillate) wrote in [community profile] jigokucho2022-09-11 10:04 am

[locked to sutoku alliance] video, un: levirage

Hello, everyone!

[on the screen is a polite-looking person with messy green hair and purple eyes. they give a wave and smile with their whole face from behind their white-rimmed glasses.]

My name is Leviathan Astrape—Levi, if you'd all like—and let me be the first to welcome you to the Sutoku Alliance! What we do here is a little more up in the air than other factions, but I think that just gives us the freedom to be who we are. If you're not sure what to do next, just keep your ear to the ground and get to know as many people as possible! It really can't hurt in the long term, and it's always better to know more than to know less.

[they don't sound stiff as they're saying it, like they have some practice with public presentations like this, but anyone watching the tracking of their eyes could probably tell that they're reading off cue cards.]

And on that note, we have a few names to know. They'll spend some time introducing themselves, I'm sure, but please keep an eye out for Artemy, Kim, Xingqiu, Yuri, Ydris, Marie, and Cloud. [a pleasant smile as they get to the end of the list.] Please also look out for Emily Dyer, especially if you need any kind of medical assistance or you're interested in helping out there. And our lieutenants within the alliance are Matoba Seiji and, of course, the death-defying Sakamoto Ryouma.

[they gesture in front of them with an open palm towards the person behind the camera.]

You're coming in during exciting times, everyone. We just had a bit of a shake-up at the Tanabata festival. The daughter of an important financial magnate has been kidnapped by an enemy of Toraguma, and though we haven't heard any orders from the Daitengu quite yet, I think we all know how things like this play out.

[and bringing both their hands in front of them, at waist level, they smile and give a polite little bow.]

So please, take this time to get to know your fellow alliance members. [they look towards the camera, then glance at their lapel, where they have a pin with the kanji for sutoku. they laugh like they knew they were forgetting something, and look back up towards everyone else.] And don't forget to pick up your official faction pin from most places within our area if you're interested.

[they wave goodbye, then stand there for a couple seconds. without the feed cutting, they walk forward towards the camera and start talking much more casually.]

Was that okay? Getting those names right was harder than I expected, and I even cut out a lot of the last names. I don't know how you did it the first time.

Hehe, y' know, I wondered about that "death defyin'" part on paper, but hearin' ya say it like that makes it sound pretty heroic! And honestly, I'm pretty sure ya did way better with those names, now that I'm thinkin' about it...

[ anyone who isn't new here will recognise the voice that responds to them from behind the camera, especially with that accent. ryouma is pretty sure he botched a couple names last time, mostly for that same reason. he might be able to fake it and cover it when he's speaking his own language, but when it comes to foreign-sounding words all bets are off. ]

So that was perfect! I think ya gotta real knack for this sorta thing!

[ which... hmmm, take that with a grain of salt because this man long predated show business, but still!! judging by his tone, ryouma is very pleased since all his coaching and cheerleading and cue card holding paid off, in his opinion! sure the rest of the faction will agree... right? ]

((this is a mingle post! feel free to threadjack and get to know everyone within the faction. and thank you again to min for contributing ryouma here!))
afflatusexarch: (( ew ) g36)

[personal profile] afflatusexarch 2022-09-25 04:55 pm (UTC)(link)
That as well, yes. It would mean that we could be flooding them with irrelevant information. This could lead to wasting time and resources.
adversus: (30)

[personal profile] adversus 2022-09-25 05:09 pm (UTC)(link)
Good to know that you had a plan for something like that. Not everyone does, and that will be helpful within the faction.

[She makes a mental note of that, and smiles.]

Maybe we can arm you with what you do know. I can probably teach you a thing or two, if you want. I make for a pretty decent teacher, I think! ... And I guess I'm a bit protective of the younger ones.

[Uh oh, Akira.]

Not that I want you guys to fight, but it's gonna eventually happen. Might as well be prepared and all of that.
afflatusexarch: (( gp ) g19)

[personal profile] afflatusexarch 2022-09-25 05:19 pm (UTC)(link)
Would that be recommended? Allowed?

[ Since it would be nice? But he doesn't know about rules regarding intermingling. ]

You imply that rewards are given?
afflatusexarch: (( ew ) g42)

[personal profile] afflatusexarch 2022-09-25 05:23 pm (UTC)(link)
[ He's considering it, yes. Seeking out the connection in the relationships... ]

That would be a good place to start. Additionally, if there is a source of backing for our kidnapper to be so brazen as to manage this feat with an audience.
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[personal profile] rainswords 2022-09-25 05:33 pm (UTC)(link)
It's a pleasure.

[ The neat and prompt bow, causes Xingqiu to reciprocate in turn although he is far more formal than necessary, it's completely reflexive. After that, he clears his throat, although if embarrassed it doesn't show on his face as an amiable smile settles in. He is here to welcome Heizou after all, along with rendering him his assistance. ]

Worry not, it will be waiting for me upon my return.

Shall we then? Oh. That does remind me, since it seems you plan to make a purchase, correct, then you must know about the currency here?
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[personal profile] afflatusexarch 2022-09-25 06:11 pm (UTC)(link)
I see.

[ Well then. There's really only one other thing that he can think to ask: ]

Might I have their descriptions?
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[personal profile] fullgauntlet 2022-09-25 06:51 pm (UTC)(link)
It's only because I know some others in the department. They might have something we don't know about.
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[personal profile] nightcalled 2022-09-25 06:56 pm (UTC)(link)
Too much information is almost as bad as too little. Maybe worse, if it's all wrong...
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[personal profile] beenwaitinglong 2022-09-25 07:30 pm (UTC)(link)
It certainly looks that way, doesn't it?

[He honestly didn't consider the notion that the Lost Souls could ever prove a threat to the head honchos around here. Mostly because he knows he certainly couldn't, but also because others have spoken to him about losing their powers. How does anyone fight back in a place where somebody seems to have absolute, supernatural control over all the inhabitants?]

The contracts are the carrot on the end of an ever-lengthening stick. And nobody knows anyone who can directly confirm they got even a nibble. [He smiles.] Just as I suspected.

Awfully convenient if you need people to fight for you. Under contracts they've never laid eyes on, too.
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[personal profile] afflatusexarch 2022-09-25 08:35 pm (UTC)(link)
Exactly. Perhaps the best thing to do here would be to simply look over some of the other conversations and see what can be gleaned.
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[personal profile] nightcalled 2022-09-25 10:30 pm (UTC)(link)
Yeah, I think so. There's... a lot. Even beyond just us lost souls.
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[personal profile] socute 2022-09-25 10:59 pm (UTC)(link)
You know, like in the sunlight. Like--

...[ WAIT. He's pretty young, so...! ]

Was that before your time?!
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[personal profile] socute 2022-09-25 11:32 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh, the money was great. I don't know if it was the same for him, but I got free drinks for the night out of performing.

[ Totoko blinks a bit. Actually, she's starting to get surprised herself. ]

He... didn't really do that back home?
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[personal profile] nightcalled 2022-09-25 11:41 pm (UTC)(link)
...was what before my time?

[ Look, he likes manga, anime, and giant robots and stuff. He doesn't know that much about American vampire books... even if they did become smash hit feature films. ]
maturedecisions: (199)

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[personal profile] maturedecisions 2022-09-26 12:08 am (UTC)(link)
[ it sure as hell feels like an area of expertise for him — unless he's just a huge movie buff like peter is, except more in the realm of crime and mysteries. regardless, he's a cool and helpful guy and peter's glad to have gotten the chance to meet him. ]

Yeah, for sure! I'll let you know if I need to tell you anything. Or if I need a doctor, I guess. [ considering he's practicing medicine and stuff. ] Which, I mean, I hope I won't. But... yeah.
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[personal profile] maturedecisions 2022-09-26 12:20 am (UTC)(link)
[ kjsdg oops. ]

Oh, uh, really? [ c'mon peter keep your cool it's not like she's actually figured anything out about you. you just need to not act so.... suspicious.

he shrugs his shoulders. ]
I mean, uh, who wouldn't be at least a little motivated to, uh — go out and do something here, right?
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[personal profile] maturedecisions 2022-09-26 12:28 am (UTC)(link)
That... actually sounds pretty awesome. [ he hasn't formally learned any martial arts before. he just kinda figured out his own fighting style from being spider-man. this could be really helpful? ]

So, you're a martial artist then? You promise you'll go easy on me?

[ he, uh, isn't exactly superhero material without his powers. ]
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[personal profile] roombamastermind 2022-09-26 01:09 am (UTC)(link)
Well, I suppose that's true. But something's giving me a feeling this is how you are normally, yes? A real Good Samaritan type, hm?
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[personal profile] blackabyss 2022-09-26 01:29 am (UTC)(link)
And she is here as well?

[Fumikage hums, crossing his arms.]

I am glad that you are here with her. Having someone here that you know and trust definitely has made things easier, at least in my experience.

[A beat passes. Then...]

If I may ask... what's she like? Vampires do not exist in my world, and I am curious as to how they are like.
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[personal profile] blackabyss 2022-09-26 01:29 am (UTC)(link)
Of course.

There are three others from my world here in different clans, all around my age. Katsuki Bakugou is with the Department of Enma, and Shoto Todoroki is with the Tamamo. There is also my mentor, Hawks. There is also Izuku Midoriya, who is in the Sutoku Alliance with us.

Should you come across any of them, they are reliable and capable heroes like me, should you need a trustworthy ally.
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[personal profile] blackabyss 2022-09-26 01:29 am (UTC)(link)
No, I find that talking between clans is not as strictly frowned upon as I had thought. I have friends in other clans who I speak to rather frequently. In fact, you could say it's useful to have... outside sources of information, as the Daitengu would put it.

[Is he totally using the cover of "gathering intel from other trusted sources" as an excuse to hang out with friends in case someone seriously tries to ask him? Absolutely.]
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[personal profile] blackabyss 2022-09-26 01:29 am (UTC)(link)
Of course. Cloud is roughly around your age, with spiky blonde hair and a more muscled build, while Matoba-san has a slimmer build and straight, brown hair. Matoba-san also has one eye that is covered. Cloud speaks more casually, while Matoba-san is more polite.

Both have posted to this video, so you can probably find them fairly easy. They make themselves known amongst the Lost Souls.
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[personal profile] rottencactus 2022-09-26 01:34 am (UTC)(link)
[Such kindness ...the weight of such a statement may very well kill him. Augh.]

Very well ...It's not as though I have the audacity to question such a thing, after all. Those are words that I can accept.

[Kou said the right thing, basically. The only way Mayoi has been able to accept kindness is by respecting the wishes of the person giving it more than accepting the kindness itself. He's taking baby steps...]
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[personal profile] rottencactus 2022-09-26 01:43 am (UTC)(link)
[Oh, he flusters a little at that.]

Thank you very much for your support. If ...If I'm able to find a stage to stand on, I will reach out to you.
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[personal profile] rottencactus 2022-09-26 01:46 am (UTC)(link)
[LKJSdljksdfa everyone here has been really nice to him, he isn't sure what to do about it.]

Thank you, I will keep that in mind.

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