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MARIBEL HEARN QUEST:
>You are Maribel Hearn.
>You are a 19 years old university student majoring in psychology living in Kyoto, Japan. For a significant portion of your life you've caught glimpses of a land called Gensokyo in your dreams. Additionally, you were born with an ability to see boundaries, something that isn't normal for humans. You've kept these aspects about you secret for many years.
>And then you met Renko Usami.
>You and Renko share several common interests, including a love for the supernatural. She is currently your best and only friend, and you've been friends since high-school. Together, the two of you form the Secret Sealing Club, which investigates supernatural activities. Renko, like you, also has an unnatural ability. If she has a clear line of sight with the night sky, she can pinpoint her exact location, as well as the time. It's prevented both of you from getting lost during investigations on several occasions.
>In recent years, your powers seem to be intensifying. As they developed, you gained the ability to dream about Gensokyo while still awake, as well the ability to take Renko into your dreams with you. For a while this made it difficult to tell apart dream from reality. Fortunately, this feeling faded over time.
>Now, your ability seems to have intensified yet again. You've noticed that you can create very small tears in boundaries. You found out that these tears will usually repair themselves over time, but you also discovered that you can close them manually. You've started experimenting with larger tears as the days passed. Today, you stand by an old shrine in the mountains: The long-abandoned Hakurei Shrine. Here, you can see the shimmering barrier, invisible to everyone else, that surrounds Gensokyo, the land of your dreams. You told Renko that today you'd be trying something major: You are going to attempt to create a tear in Gensokyo's boundary, so you two can finally enter it physically.
>However, you can't do so just yet. Renko is running late.
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> How often does Renko run late?
> Who is Sumireko Usami?
> As long as Renko isn't here yet, check chest for usual growths.
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//Oh boy,
Yukari Maribel Quest, here we go~
>Check inventory.
>Who do we know of, specifically who have we seen in Gensokyo?
>Where is she!? Of all the times she chose to be late, she had to do so today...
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> How often does Renko run late?
>Of all the thirty or so investigations the two of you had since you formed the Secret Sealing Club, this has to be the fifth or sixth time.
> Who is Sumireko Usami?
>Renko has only talked to you about her once, after which she requested not to speak of her again. Sumireko was Renko's older sister. She disappeared when Renko was young, a few years before you first met her, actually, and, from what you understand, has been presumed dead.
>You also know that the name Secret Sealing Club was originally thought of by Sumireko. You think Renko suggested the name as a way to honor her.
> As long as Renko isn't here yet, check chest for usual growths.
>Your chest is about the same as it's always been.
>Check inventory.
>INVENTORY:
>Clothes (equipped)
>>Your signature outfit, a purple and white dress with a black belt.
>Hat (equipped)
>>A white cap that you wear almost all the time.
>Satchel (equipped) (capacity: 6/20 units)
>>A bag for carrying items. Has a limited carrying capacity.
>Video Camera (2 units)
>>A device used to record videos. Of course, your phone can do this too...
>Sack Lunch (3 units)
>>A lunch you prepared for your expedition.
>Cellphone (1 unit)
>>A communication device used to call other people. You doubt this would be of much use in Gensokyo...
>Who do we know of, specifically who have we seen in Gensokyo?
>You know that a shrine maiden is responsible for tending the border, you know that she's a member of the Hakurei family, but not much else..
>Additionally, you know that there is quite a bit of youkai living within Gensokyo as well. Some of them, you swear, were able to detect your presence, despite you never actually being there.
>You've also caught glimpses of a maid, as well as a mysterious white-haired girl surrounded by flames in a couple of your dreams, but you don't know much about either of them.
>Where is she!? Of all the times she chose to be late, she had to do so today...
>You wonder in frustration as to why your best friend is taking so god damn long.
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>Call Renko's number.
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>Call Renko's number.
>You retrieve your cellphone from your satchel, and dial Renko.
>After a few seconds of ringing, she picks up.
>"Hello?"
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>"Where are you Renkoo? You're supposed to be here by now. This is the big day."
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>"Where are you Renkoo? You're supposed to be here by now. This is the big day."
>"Yeah, sorry about that. I'm running up the shrine steps now. I'm almost there!" you think you hear Renko panting.
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>Hang up and wait.
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>Hang up and wait.
>You hang up the phone and place it back in your satchel.
>After waiting for about a minute, you finally see Renko Usami running up the last of the shrine steps.
>She stops to catch her breath.
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>Scold her for being late
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>"So, do you have everything ready?"
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>Scold her for being late
>You walk up to Renko and give her a scolding. How dare she show up late on a day like this!
>"I already said I'm sorry!" Renko responds, "Hey, at least I'm here now, right?"
>"So, do you have everything ready?"
>"Of course! Why wouldn't I?"
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>Make a tear in the shimmering barrier.
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>Make a tear in the shimmering barrier.
>You lead Renko closer to the shrine and face the barrier.
>You hold out your arms and concentrate...
>As you do so, you see a line form on the shimmering boundary, gradually growing longer until it touches the ground in front of you. It then violently rips open into a jagged-edged tear about two meters wide! Renko seems to jump as soon as it appears. Beyond it, you see a landscape that looks similar to where you're standing, but more beautiful.
>This tear is the largest you have ever created, and you feel your energy drain the longer you keep it open. It might be a good idea to move through before you can't maintain it anymore.
>"Ready?" Renko asks.
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>"M-mhm."
>Enter the tear.
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>"M-mhm."
>Enter the tear.
>You and Renko step through the tear.
>You allow the tear to close behind you, you feel a shockwave move through the air as it does. Thankfully, it's not strong enough to knock either of you off your feet.
>You begin to take in your surroundings. You are standing on a hill resembling the one you just came from, however it is much less overgrown, and the road here seems well kept. To your right is an old shrine. You believe this is the Gensokyo counterpart of the Hakurei Shrine.
>Opening that tear took quite a lot out of you. Drawing a breath of air, you take a few steps forward. However, as soon as you do, you feel your legs give out beneath you!
>As you fall to the ground, the last thing you hear as your vision fades is Renko calling your name...
>...
>When you next awaken, you are lying on a futon in an old room. You notice Renko kneeling at the side of the bed.
>"Oh, good! You're awake." she smiles, "You had me worried for a bit..."
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>Ask her where we are
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>"Uh...We made it into Gensokyo, right?"
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>Ask her where we are
>You ask Renko where you are.
>"We're in the Hakurei Shrine. The maiden who lives here let us stay until you recovered..." she replies, "How are you feeling, by the way?"
>"Uh...We made it into Gensokyo, right?"
>"Yes, Merry. We're here."
>She gives you a warm smile.
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>"I'm fine. That just took a lot out of me. So, we're finally here... Wait, you didn't do anything without me yet, did you?"
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>Ask Renko if she saw anyone
>Try to create a small boundary tear to the outside world
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>"I'm fine. That just took a lot out of me. So, we're finally here... Wait, you didn't do anything without me yet, did you?"
>"Of course not! I was waiting for you to wake up..."
>Ask Renko if she saw anyone
>You ask Renko if she saw anyone while you were unconscious.
>"Only the shrine maiden that lives here. I don't think she's introduced herself yet..."
>Try to create a small boundary tear to the outside world
>You would have to be near the barrier in order to do that...
>"Well, it seems that somebody's awake..." you hear a voice say.
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>Greet the voice.
>"So, who are you?"
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>Greet the voice.
>You sit up on the futon, still feeling a little fatigued, and turn to the source of the voice.
>Standing in the doorway is a woman, likely in her late 20s or early thirties. She's wearing a red outfit with white, detached sleeves. In her black hair is a large, red ribbon. Her arms are crossed, and she seems to be eyeing you with suspicion.
>You say hello.
>"So, who are you?"
>"Funny, I was just about to ask you the same thing..." the woman smirks.
>"I'm Reimu Hakurei." she scowls, "Now who are you, and how did you get here?"
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>Tell her you think you've seen her before
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>If this person tends to the barrier, she'd probably scold us if we mentioned messing with it.
>"I'm Maribel Hearn. I... don't remember how we got here. I think I passed out a while ago anyways."
>Shrug.
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>Tell her you think you've seen her before
>You tell Reimu that you think you've seen her in your dreams.
>"What the hell are you talking about!?" she exclaims, "Besides, I asked you a question!"
>If this person tends to the barrier, she'd probably scold us if we mentioned messing with it.
>You decide that mentioning that you tampered with the barrier in order to get here might be a bad idea.
>"I'm Maribel Hearn. I... don't remember how we got here. I think I passed out a while ago anyways."
>Shrug.
>"You liar." Reimu scowls, "I know you did something to the barrier in order to get here, and you've only been out for about five minutes. Now, I'm only going to ask you one more time, and you better tell the truth! Who are you, and how did you get here?"
>You hear a bell ring.
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>Stall by asking what (or who) rung the bell
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>"Hey, we don't want any trouble here..."
>Check for a source to the noise.
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>Check for a source to the noise.
>It seems to be coming from outside the shrine.
>Stall by asking what (or who) rung the bell
>You ask Reimu about the bell, and who might be ringing it.
>"The bell!? Well, It's probably someone leaving a donation... ...Which is odd..." Reimu pauses for a second, "N-Not because it doesn't happen often or anything, if that's what you're thinking! Because I get plenty of donations! *ahem* Anyway, that's not important right now... I asked you a ques-"
>The bell rings again. Reimu seems a little annoyed.
>"Hey, we don't want any trouble here..."
>"Then I advise that you-"
>The bell rings yet again
>"-that you answer my-"
>The bell rings several times in quick succession.
>"Oh for the love of- You two, stay put. I'll be back after I deal with this..."
>Reimu quickly storms off as the bell continues to ring repeatedly.
>You are Reimu Hakurei.
>About eight minutes ago, you felt an ominous feeling, as if the barrier had been punctured. The feeling stopped soon after, but it didn't stop you from leaving the shrine to investigate.
>Upon doing so, you found two humans on the shrine path. Judging from their outfits, they did not appear to be from Gensokyo. Seconds after spotting them, the blonde haired one fainted. Rushing into action, you told the other outsider to bring her friend inside, where you both waited for the unconscious one to wake up. Which was about five minutes.
>You were just about to interrogate both of them when somebody began repeatedly ringing the bell above your donation box in an annoying manner.
>You head outside to investigate. Standing by your donation box is Yukari Yakumo, the Youkai of Boundaries, and, unfortunately, an annoyance that you are well acquainted with...
>"I was beginning to wonder how many rings it would take to bring you out here..." she says, opening a fan in front of her face, "Considering your current... 'financial issues'... I expected only once would've been enough..."
>Yukari chuckles.
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>Sigh, of course it wasn't donations...
>"I was in the middle of something important. And I'm guessing that you're here to check that out as well?"
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>Sigh, of course it wasn't donations...
>You let out a sigh.
>Why can't it ever be money...
>"I was in the middle of something important. And I'm guessing that you're here to check that out as well?"
>"Oh, I know about the two humans from the outside world..." says Yukari, "I've been expecting them for a while, actually. They're quite early though... I honestly thought it would've taken them another three years, give or take..."
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>"And when were you planning on telling me?"
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>"And when were you planning on telling me?"
>"Like I said, they are several years ahead of schedule. Had I known they would be this early, I would've informed you about them..."
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>"Hm. Then if you would excuse me, I'm going to find out how they got here and why they came here in the first place, unless you know?"
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>"Hm. Then if you would excuse me, I'm going to find out how they got here and why they came here in the first place, unless you know?"
>"Why, Reimu, of course I know why they're here." Yukari smirks, "They should be here for the same reason I anticipated, which would be to satisfy their curiosity, and nothing more..."
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>"Then they better not cause an incident through curiosity."
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>"Then they better not cause an incident through curiosity."
>"Oh, I'm certain they won't. I bet they won't be able to do more harm than a resident of the human village... Besides, I'm sure they can't even shoot danmaku, let alone fly..." Yukari opens the fan once more, "Which brings me to my next point... I trust that you will make sure no harm comes to either of them for the duration of their stay?"
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>"I can't really leave these outsiders alone, especially since they can somehow get through the barrier."
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>"I can't really leave these outsiders alone, especially since they can somehow get through the barrier."
>"Good. I'll take my leave then." Yukari turns around, opening a gap, "Oh, and Reimu..."
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>"Yeah? What now?"
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>"Yeah? What now?"
>"I would like to request that you don't mention me by name... I plan on introducing myself to them on my own terms. That is all." Yukari steps through the gap, closing it behind her.
>You have a bad feeling that this is going to be a long day...
>You are Maribel Hearn.
>Reimu has just left to investigate the bell.
>You notice Renko seems a bit off, perhaps a little uneasy.
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>"What's the matter Renko?"
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>"What's the matter Renko?"
>"O-Oh, nothing... I'm just a bit nervous, you know?" she replies, "I mean, we're finally here... The land of your dreams, right?"
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>"Yeah...We finally get to witness a lot of the supernatural occurrences here in person too."
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>"Yeah...We finally get to witness a lot of the supernatural occurrences here in person too."
>"What do you think we'll run into first?"
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>"Probably something that flies. A lot of them can fly here. I wonder how it feels to be lifted into the air, near the clouds..."
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> Smile cheekily.
> "A Miko."
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> Smile cheekily.
>You put on a cheeky grin.
> "A Miko."
>Renko giggles.
>"I meant besides that, silly!"
>"Probably something that flies. A lot of them can fly here. I wonder how it feels to be lifted into the air, near the clouds..."
>"Yeah, me too... I bet it feels amazing."
>Reimu returns to the room, she looks slightly annoyed at something.
>"Alright, now where were we?" she asks.
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>"You were asking for our names and uh...how we're feeling today. I'm feeling great, thank you."
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>"You were asking for our names and uh...how we're feeling today. I'm feeling great, thank you."
>Reimu scowls.
>"Do you really think I'm that stupid? I remember exactly where we were, it was just a figure of spee- Argh! Nevermind, I guess it doesn't matter anymore..." Reimu eyes both of you, "Apparently someone is interested in you, and I've just been told not to worry about you two causing trouble. Of course, that doesn't mean I trust you... Anyway, feel free to leave the shrine whenever you want... What were your names again?"
>"I'm Renko." says Renko.
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>"I'm Maribel. And we can leave already? Then let's not waste any more time here!"
>Make sure we have everything and leave the shrine.
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>"I'm Maribel. And we can leave already? Then let's not waste any more time here!"
>Make sure we have everything and leave the shrine.
>You introduce yourself to Reimu and check your satchel, seeing as you have everything, you stand up and hastily make your way towards the shrine entrance. However, Reimu blocks the way before you leave the room.
>"I hope you don't mind if I tag along." she says, "Like I said, I don't trust you. So, I'm going to keep an eye on both of you, just in case..."
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>"Aww, fine. But how come you don't trust me? I may have lied once back there, but I'm trustworthy!"
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>"Aww, fine. But how come you don't trust me? I may have lied once back there, but I'm trustworthy!"
>"Well, considering you somehow managed to get through the barrier without assistance or by being spirited away, I have my reasons not to trust you..."
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>"Oh..."
>Leave the shrine.
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>"Oh..."
>Leave the shrine.
>You leave the Hakurei Shrine with Renko in tow and begin walking down the shrine path. Reimu follows the two of you closely.
>"So where are we going?" Renko asks as you begin to descend the shrine steps.
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>Recall any locations we remember from our dreams.
>Examine Reimu.
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>Recall any locations we remember from our dreams.
>You try to remember locations of interest...
>You recall being within a large mansion in one of your dreams, this is also the location where you glimpsed the maid.
>You also remember a large, labyrinthine bamboo forest. That particular dream, if you recall correctly, involved lots of aimless wandering whilst you attempted to gain your bearings. You saw the white haired girl shortly before this dream ended.
>You've also been in a large forest, there seemed to be an abundance of mushrooms within. You remember running away from youkai that could apparently sense you despite you not actually being physically present.
>One time you were on a hill, and could see what appeared to be a village in the distance, however, the dream ended before you could get there.
>You've also seen plenty of random fields and roads in your dreams.
>Unfortunately, you have no idea where any of these locations actually are in relation to each other, nor do you know where they are in relation to your current position.
>Examine Reimu.
>You look at Reimu.
>Her appearance has not changed. However, she seems to be carrying a gohei now.
>"What are you looking at?" she asks.
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>Whisper to Renko. "I want to go back to this mushroom forest from a dream before where youkai chased me, even though I wasn't really there. It's interesting and definitely something supernatural."
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>Whisper to Renko. "I want to go back to this mushroom forest from a dream before where youkai chased me, even though I wasn't really there. It's interesting and definitely something supernatural."
>"Definitely sounds interesting..." Renko whispers back, "Do you know how to get there? And why are we whispering?"
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No, and because it's fun to annoy her.
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>"Not really, no. And I don't want her to hear us. Then again, maybe she can help... Hold on."
>"Hey uh...Reimu! Do you know any interesting places? Like forests?"
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>"Not really, no. And I don't want her to hear us. Then again, maybe she can help... Hold on."
>"Hey uh...Reimu! Do you know any interesting places? Like forests?"
>Reimu scowls, "Neither of you have any idea where you're going, do you?" she sighs, "There are two major forests near here, the Bamboo Forest of the Lost, and the Forest of Magic. Both are in opposite directions. Which one are you wanting to go to?"
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>"It's not like we have a map or anything. And it's probably not the bamboo one, so we'd like to go to the other one."
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>"It's not like we have a map or anything. And it's probably not the bamboo one, so we'd like to go to the other one."
>"Alright..." Reimu replies as she takes point, "I guess I'll lead the way then..."
>The three of you continue to descend the shrine steps until you reach a road. Reimu leads the two of you to the right, and soon you reach an open field.
>Overhead, you see what appears to be a couple of little girls with large insect wings. You think they're fairies, you've seen them in your dreams many times.
>"Wow... Are those... Fairies?" Renko asks in amazement.
>"What do you think?" says Reimu, "Oh, right. You're outsiders... Anyway, you shouldn't be impressed by them. Most of them are reckless idiots that will often charge into a fight and get themselves killed just because they want to know what would happen... "
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>"They come back after they die, right? Isn't that something impressive?"
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>"They come back after they die, right? Isn't that something impressive?"
>"Well, they do. But that's part of the problem." Reimu explains, "Because death is a slap on the wrist for them, they usually never learn from their mistakes. So they never get any less annoying..."
>The road takes the three of you to the top of a hill, in the distance you can see a village of some sort, resembling the one you saw in your dream. The road ahead seems to fork in front of the village. Farther off into the distance, further along the road, is a large forest.
>However, it still appears that you have quite a long way to walk.
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>"I remember this spot. And that's the forest over there, right? But it's pretty far...are there any shortcuts?"
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>"I remember this spot. And that's the forest over there, right? But it's pretty far...are there any shortcuts?"
>"Yes, it is. As for shortcuts, well, it's faster to fly, but I highly doubt that either of you can do that. So unfortunately we're going to have to stick to walking for- Wait a second..." Reimu turns around, eyeing you with suspicion, "What do you mean you remember this spot?"
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>"It was just a dream, and it only looked a little like this...actually, a lot. More importantly, why are you so on edge? We're not going to hurt anyone. In fact, it would probably be the other way around."
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>"It was just a dream, and it only looked a little like this...actually, a lot. More importantly, why are you so on edge? We're not going to hurt anyone. In fact, it would probably be the other way around."
>"It still doesn't change the fact that I don't trust you." Reimu replies, "Besides, I'm trying to figure out why that someone I mentioned back at the shrine is so interested in you two... Anyway, let's keep moving, we have about half an hour before we reach the edge of the forest..."
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>"So who's this someone interested in us? Are they interested, as in a secret admirer, or are they more like a fan?"
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>"So who's this someone interested in us? Are they interested, as in a secret admirer, or are they more like a fan?"
>"Her name isn't important right now. But she's a powerful, and somewhat annoying, youkai. And I have no idea why she's interested in you... "
>"Wait, you're saying a youkai is interested in us!?" Renko exclaims, "Why would a youkai be interested in us?"
>"I already said I don't know!"
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>"What if it's the one who chased me in my dream before? That would explain why it's interested in us! Wait... Hey Renko, do you think Reimu is protecting us from that youkai, or is she trying to help it get rid of us? I mean, she's acting like she hates us. Not to mention she's hiding the youkai's name and knows how powerful it is."
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>"What if it's the one who chased me in my dream before? That would explain why it's interested in us! Wait... Hey Renko, do you think Reimu is protecting us from that youkai, or is she trying to help it get rid of us? I mean, she's acting like she hates us. Not to mention she's hiding the youkai's name and knows how powerful it is."
>"Probably not. She's not the type to chase humans..." Reimu answers, "If she wanted to hurt you, then she probably would have by now..."
>"I don't know." Renko whispers back, "If, and I mean if, it actually is the same the youkai, and it is trying to get rid of us, and she is trying to help it, then what should we do?"
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>"I don't know. We can't run because she can fly, and we can't hide because she clearly knows more of these places than me. We just have to hope she's on our side."
>"How do you know so much about this youkai?"
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>"I don't know. We can't run because she can fly, and we can't hide because she clearly knows more of these places than me. We just have to hope she's on our side."
>"We can only hope..."
>"How do you know so much about this youkai?"
>"Let's just say that this youkai and I are... thoroughly acquainted..." Reimu replies, "...She has a nasty habit of dropping in on my shrine whenever she's bored... But then again, a lot of people do... I still find her a bit annoying, regardless."
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>"Thoroughly acquainted? S-so, you two have been enemies for a while, right?"
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>"Thoroughly acquainted? S-so, you two have been enemies for a while, right?"
>"Enemies?" Reimu asks, "What the hell gave you that idea? No, we're not enemies... She's more of... a very annoying, naggy, and lazy friend... for lack of a better wor- Oh, what the hell is this!?!"
>Up ahead you see what appears to be a stand of some kind, manned by a trio of fairies, two of them appear to be waiting in anticipation. The third one seems to have noticed your group, and appears to be quietly flying away from her companions, who seem to be oblivious of her leaving.
>As your group nears the stand, one of the fairies looks over.
>"Hello Miss Hakurei Shrine Maiden! Wanna try a refreshment beverage?" she says with a confident smile.
>"Yeah! It's really nicest! It makes you not thirsty!" says the other.
>"No, thank you." Reimu frowns, "I'm not in the mood for your tricks today. Now, I advise you stop whatever you're doing, because I'm pretty sure whoever falls for your little trick won't be very happy..."
>"What makes you think we're planning anything?" asks the first fairy, "We just want some money to buy stuffs and thingies with!"
>"And shiny things!" the other fairy adds.
>"Anyway, I'm not interested. I'm taking these two to the Forest of Magic..."
>"Oh, come ooooooon~!" the second fairy whines, "We worked soooooo hard on this! If not you, then maybe your friends are more thirstier?" she looks at you and Renko, "Who are these weirdos anyway? Their outfits look strange..."
>"Oh, I think I know! I think the word for them is 'four-rainers' or something..." says the first fairy.
>"What's a four-rainer?"
>"It's like a weirdo who doesn't live in the place that you live."
>"So... Does that make every weirdo in Gensokyo a four-rainer?"
>"Huh... I never thinked of it that way..."
>The fairies still don't seem to have noticed that their companion is already at least 40 meters behind them.
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>"Aw Renko, they're kind of like little children, aren't they? Hey, can any of you say ascension? Wait, no, say Mississippi!"
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>"Aw Renko, they're kind of like little children, aren't they? Hey, can any of you say ascension? Wait, no, say Mississippi!"
>"Aww-sen-shunn?" the first fairy asks.
>"Miss... Miss... Miss-suh-see-pee?" says the other, smiling triumphantly.
>"Aw... How cute..." Renko comments.
>"Yeah, yeah... Now can we please move on?" Reimu scowls.
>"Wait, dontcha wanna buy a refreshment beverage before you go?" the first fairy asks.
>"I already said NO!"
>The fairies' companion is at least 60 meters away now, and appears to be looking back cautiously.
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>"How could you Reimu? You wouldn't even give them a chance? They said they worked really hard on this, and it probably doesn't cost that much either. Look, you already made one go home in defeat. You're not the type of person who hates kids, are you?"
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>"How could you Reimu? You wouldn't even give them a chance? They said they worked really hard on this, and it probably doesn't cost that much either. Look, you already made one go home in defeat. You're not the type of person who hates kids, are you?"
>"Okay, first of all, they aren't kids, they're fairies! Chances are, they're much older than you for all I know. Second of all, these two are notorious pranksters, therefore, I'm already suspicious of whatever they're doing, and, assuming they actually learned from what happened the last ten or so times they pranked me, they know very well what will happen to them if they piss me off..."
>The second fairy seems to shrink back a little at Reimu's glare...
>"Wait, what do you mean she made one of us go home in defeat!?!" the first fairy asks, "All three of us are still-" the fairy notices the absence of her companion, and assumes a mildly irritated expression, "OH, COME ON, STAR! THE FUN HASN'T EVEN STARTED YET, AND YOU'RE MORE CHICKENING OUT ALREADY!?!"
>You think you see the fairy in the distance nodding.
>"WELL SCREW YOU THEN! WE CAN PULL OFF THIS PRANK WITHOUT YOU!"
>"See? What did I tell you..." Reimu frowns, "Come on, you two. We're leaving."
>"O-Oh! D-Did I say 'prank?' what I meant to say was uh... plank! Yeah, there's uh this plank... on our stand... the three of us... uh wanted to pull it off so the... stand can look more nicer!"
>"Riiiiight..."
>"At least buy a beverage still! The beverage is real!!"
>"They're really good!" the other fairy looks at all of you with puppy dog eyes.
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>Continue along the path.
>"What's so bad about a little prank? And you looked at them like you were going to kill them. Don't you think that was a little too mean?"
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>Continue along the path.
>You leave the fairies and continue down the road.
>"What's so bad about a little prank? And you looked at them like you were going to kill them. Don't you think that was a little too mean?"
>"You think that was mean? Trust me, there are people in Gensokyo who treat fairies much wo-aaaaaaahh!!"
>Reimu suddenly appears to fall forward through the ground. You notice the ground begin to ripple and reveal a previously invisible hole dug into the road!
>"Yay! It worked, Sunny!" one of the fairies exclaims triumphantly.
>"No it didn't you idiot!" says the other one, "She was supposed to buy a drink first, and then fall in our hole trap, you know, so the drink will spill all over her?"
>"Oh..."
>"Well, at least I don't have to keep that hole invisible anymore..."
>Reimu suddenly flies out of the hole, gohei drawn.
>"Excuse me for one second..." she says, as she flies past you.
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>"...Eh? An invisible hole? That was...pretty clever."
>Look back.
>"Uh oh, she doesn't sound happy."
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>"...Eh? An invisible hole? That was...pretty clever."
>"I actually didn't expect that." Renko comments.
>Look back.
>"Uh oh, she doesn't sound happy."
>You look back at the fairies.
>"Uh oh..." says one of them.
>The second fairy puts herself between her friend and Reimu.
>"Don't worry, Sunny! I'll prote-OW!" she exclaims as Reimu clubs her over the head with her gohei, hard.
>The other fairy promptly bursts out laughing before she meets the same fate.
>"You're lucky I don't really feel like dealing with you right now." says Reimu, "So consider this a warning... And if that hole isn't filled in by the time I get back, you're going to get something much worse than a smack to the head!"
>Reimu flies back over to the two of you, "Alright, let's go."
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>Avoid the hole and continue on.
>"How does this powerful youkai look?"
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>Avoid the hole and continue on.
>You carefully step around the hole and continue following Reimu.
>"How does this powerful youkai look?"
>"Yukarin is 17 years old~!"
>"There's not really much to say. She looks human-like... has long, blonde hair... purple eyes... and I've only ever seen her wear two outfits..." Reimu replies, "Of course, you'll probably see her soon enough. Before she left she said something about introducing herself to you on 'her own terms'... "
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>"So how did that fairy make that hole invisible? Can they all do that?"
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(Is it too late to join? If not...)
>Consider where to go after visiting the forest.
>Do we have any idea why there's a youkai interested in us, other than us being able to pierce the barrier? And If he/she/it is so powerful then we aren't any threat to them right?
>Check surrounding area.
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>"So how did that fairy make that hole invisible? Can they all do that?"
>"That fairy in particular has the ability to manipulate light." says Reimu, "She can make practically anything invisible... Most fairies have different abilities, though most of them either have no practical use whatsoever, or the fairies themselves are too stupid to use them. Most don't even realize they have an ability until they use it on accident."
(Is it too late to join? If not...)
//It is never too late to join! In fact, new players are always welcome. Text adventures are more fun the more players there are anyway.
>Consider where to go after visiting the forest.
>You consider your possible options for after visiting the forest.
>There is that Bamboo Forest of the Lost that Reimu mentioned earlier. You could also probably ask Reimu where to find that mansion from your dreams. There is also that village up ahead, however, you could also hit that on the way to the forest if you wanted to.
>Do we have any idea why there's a youkai interested in us, other than us being able to pierce the barrier? And If he/she/it is so powerful then we aren't any threat to them right?
>You have no idea why a youkai would be interested in you, besides obvious reasons. Hopefully, she doesn't see you as a threat....
>Check surrounding area.
>You look around.
>The village in the distance is a bit closer now. You can also make out what appears to be the top of some kind of temple on the far side of the village. A couple of random fairies are flying in the air nearby, though they all seem too involved in whatever they're doing to notice you.
>Looking off into the distance, between the forest and the village, you can now see what looks like a patch of yellow. It's too far away to make out any details.
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>"Hey, you'll do something if someone's after us, right?"
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>"Hey, you'll do something if someone's after us, right?"
>"Of course." Reimu replies, "As outsiders, you'll probably be easy targets for human-eating youkai, after all. And I doubt either of you know how to defend yourselves... Normally, with outsiders, I'd just direct them to the human village and leave them to fend for themselves, but since that youkai I mentioned is interested in you, you're obviously important in some way..."
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>"O-oh, so the youkai isn't trying to kill us? That's relieving... Wait, why aren't you taking us to this youkai then?"
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>"O-oh, so the youkai isn't trying to kill us? That's relieving... Wait, why aren't you taking us to this youkai then?"
>"Because she said she'd like to meet you on her own terms. Besides, she lives on the outskirts of Gensokyo, near the border, in an abandoned village called Mayohiga. Which is unbelievably far away... I mean, it takes about five to six hours or so to fly there from where we are, and I'd hate to imagine how long it would take to walk... Not to mention, even if we showed up on her doorstep, there's no guarantee she'll even be awake, if she's even there at all..."
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>"Oh, okay."
>Look at the sky
>"Renko, do you think it will still work here in Gensokyo? Well, when it's nighttime at least?"
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>Be tempted to try casting Hastega to increase our speed(Actually, no, it will probably seem stupid).
>Ask Reimu what will be of us if we can't get back home (we haven't tested our power after getting here if i'm right, so we might be unable/to weak to make a way back), and think about asking her about herself, couldn't hurt to know more about a person we just met.
>Feel bad for being a speedlimit to Reimu since she could get there way faster flying on her own (kinda like an autoscrolling Mario stage).
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>"Oh, okay."
>Look at the sky
>"Renko, do you think it will still work here in Gensokyo? Well, when it's nighttime at least?"
>You turn your gaze skyward.
>"I'm not sure." says Renko, "It should, in theory..."
>"Will what work?" Reimu asks.
>"My power. I can tell exactly where I am when I look at the night sky."
>"That sounds like the kind of power a fairy would have, to be honest... By the way, how do you have an ability? You're from the outside world. I'm pretty sure most outsiders don't have any powers..."
>"I'm not sure, really. I just have it..."
>Be tempted to try casting Hastega to increase our speed(Actually, no, it will probably seem stupid).
>What do you think this is? Final Fantasy?
>Ask Reimu what will be of us if we can't get back home (we haven't tested our power after getting here if i'm right, so we might be unable/to weak to make a way back), and think about asking her about herself, couldn't hurt to know more about a person we just met.
>You ask Reimu what would happen in the event you can't get home.
>"What kind of question is that? If you can somehow pierce the barrier to get in here, then you should be able to do the same thing to back, right?" Reimu answers, "Though, in the event you can't you'll probably be sent to live in the village. However, I'm pretty sure that youkai can take you home if you ask her, but don't count on it. Of course, as a last resort, I can perform a ritual to send you back as well..."
>You also consider asking Reimu about herself. Would it hurt to ask?
>Feel bad for being a speedlimit to Reimu since she could get there way faster flying on her own (kinda like an autoscrolling Mario stage).
>You feel a bit guilty for forcing Reimu to walk.
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>"Yeah, Renko's powers are much more useful than mine, especially if they work here. What about you Reimu? Do you have any powers...well, besides flying?"
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>"Yeah, Renko's powers are much more useful than mine, especially if they work here. What about you Reimu? Do you have any powers...well, besides flying?"
>"Well, my flying actually extends beyond that of most people in Gensokyo. I can actually float away from reality if I wanted to, but I generally only use that as a last resort, mostly because its very exhausting for me to do so. Other than that, I can also create and dispel barriers and seals... Additionally, I have the powers that run in my bloodline, such as being able to safely handle these..." Reimu reaches into her sleeve and takes out a basket-ball sized orb, adorned with a red and white yin-yang pattern. You can hear a faint resonating sound coming from it.
>"What is that?" Renko asks
>"A Hakurei Yin-Yang Orb. It's extremely volatile. It's capable of inflicting severe or crippling injuries to youkai with a direct hit. However, it can also damage humans if they're not careful, and it will outright burn any human that isn't of Hakurei blood if they touch it unprotected. Back before the spellcard laws, when I was very young, my first truly offensive weapon was one of these... Though, these days I only really use them as danmaku in spellcards, which, fortunately, makes them much less lethal than they'd normally be."
>She allows you and Renko to look at it for a few more moments before stowing it back into her sleeve, "So, you said you have powers too, right?" Reimu looks at you, "What are yours?"
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>"I can create small tears in boundaries."
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>"Since it feels like we can trust you and you're helping us, then I'll tell you. I can see boundaries and make small tears in them. I can also visit Gensokyo in my dreams. But like I said, it's still not as useful as Renko's..."
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>"I can create small tears in boundaries."
>"Since it feels like we can trust you and you're helping us, then I'll tell you. I can see boundaries and make small tears in them. I can also visit Gensokyo in my dreams. But like I said, it's still not as useful as Renko's..."
>Reimu goes silent for a few seconds.
>"Boundaries, huh? I don't know, it sounds more useful than Renko's to me..." she says.
>You hear Reimu saying something quietly to herself, you can barely make it out, but it sounds like, "So that's why she's so interested in them..."
>The fork in the road in front of the village is much closer now. It shouldn't take more than ten minutes until you get there.
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>"What's at that village?"
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(It's my tactician sense activating, you acquire it after playing countless strategy games [certain RPGs count too], from PC to GBA, the game list is about as big as the number of books Marisa "borrowed" from Patchouli, sorry)
>Evaluate how Renko and i are doing, are we hungry or tired or thirsty?
(Now back to Fire Emblem, if i'm not here later it means i threw my cellphone on rage and went for a relax)
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>"What's at that village?"
>"That's the Human Village." Reimu explains, "It's where most of the humans in Gensokyo live. Most youkai tend to stay away, but they are welcome to visit, as long as they don't cause any trouble. Even so, most of the humans there tend to get uncomfortable or distrusting whenever a youkai shows up, though there are a few exceptions... There are also many shops there, including a store that sells outside world books that slip through the barrier... There is a buddhist temple on the outskirts as well."
>Evaluate how Renko and i are doing, are we hungry or tired or thirsty?
>You still feel a little fatigued from opening that tear earlier. You are fine hunger-wise, and not thirsty.
>Renko doesn't seem to be as uneasy as before, but she still looks a tiny bit off. Otherwise, she looks fine.
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>"A buddhist temple?"_
((I have no idea how to ask questions, apparently. Or maybe I just don't know what to ask about it.))
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>"What kind of Youkai are at that forest?"
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>"A buddhist temple?"_.
>"Yeah, the Myouren Temple. The head monk there wants to bring peace between humans and youkai, and there are a lot of youkai who follow her teachings."
>"What kind of Youkai are at that forest?"
>"Well, let's see... You've got your typical fairies, and two magicians, though only one of them is actually a youkai, I think there's also a tanuki or two somewhere in there... Oh, and there's a vengeful spirit who shows up there from time to time..."
>The three of you are almost at the fork in the road.
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>"Maybe we should check out this village instead. There's no guarantee I'll remember the youkai from before, or if it will chase me again."
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>"Maybe we should check out this village instead. There's no guarantee I'll remember the youkai from before, or if it will chase me again."
>"Well, we are right here, if you want to take a look around before heading to the forest..." Reimu replies just as you reach the fork.
>"I'm fine with whatever you want to do, Merry." says Renko.
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>Check out the village
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>Check out the village
>You tell everyone that you want to see the village.
>"Alright, follow me." Reimu replies, before leading you and Renko down the left of the fork.
>The three of you enter the village. You see lots of people walking about. You notice a few of them giving you odd looks, probably because of your outfit.
>Reimu leads you into a large plaza, where a temporary stage of some sort has been set up. A crowd of people are watching a lavender-haired girl perform what appears to be some sort of play.
>"Ugh... When will people ever get tired of that comedy..." Reimu remarks.
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>"Nothing's wrong with my outfit right? This is one of my favorites. Don't tell me it actually looks weird here..."
>Watch the play.
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>"Nothing's wrong with my outfit right? This is one of my favorites. Don't tell me it actually looks weird here..."
>"It's actually not as weird as it could be." Reimu replies, "I've seen outsiders with weirder outfits..."
>Watch the play.
>You watch the performance.
>The play seems to be halfway done already, but it's still enjoyable. The masked girl on the stage is playing a character exaggerated to such an effect it brings great amusement to the audience.
>However, something catches your eye as you continue to watch the stage. At the front of the audience is a single, human-like figure, with proportions similar to a child. It seems to be shimmering, which, according to your ability, means that there's likely some kind of boundary or barrier surrounding this silhouette.
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>Make our way through the audience to examine this figure closer.
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>Make our way through the audience to examine this figure closer.
>You leave Renko and Reimu to get a closer look at the figure.
>"Huh? Merry!? Where are you going?!" Renko calls out as you go.
>You get within a few feet of the figure. You swear the silhouette turns to face you, and its head cocks to the side as if it were curious.
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>"Excuse me but, who are you?"
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>"Excuse me but, who are you?"
>The figure suddenly stops shimmering, revealing a girl with short, light-green hair, in a yellow and green outfit, with a black hat. However, her most striking feature is a rounded, purple object, that looks like a closed eye, hovering over her chest, attached to her by several long, equally purple tendrils that loop and wrap around her body in various ways.
>You also notice that now everything in your field of vision except you and her is now shimmering slightly.
>"You can see me?" the girl asks, "Wow, that's impressive. Almost nobody can see through my subconscious barrier. I honestly didn't think a human could. Or are you really human? Are you a youkai? I'm Koishi, what's your name? Did you come to watch Kokoro-chan perform too? Kokoro-chan is amazing, isn't she? What are you wearing? It looks weird. Are you really human? I'm sorry if I'm asking too many questions, I have no filter. What are you wearing? What's in the bag? Are you really human?!"
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>"Yes I'm human, my name is Maribel. But what are you? And what's this 'subconscious barrier'? Wait..."
>Back up
>"You're not going to attack me, are you?"
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>Although it doesn't seem like she is going to attack us, be wary for suspicious actions, even if we are in the village.
>Could anyone else see her besides i? Or was i the only one?
>Is that eye thing doing anything?
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>"Yes I'm human, my name is Maribel. But what are you? And what's this 'subconscious barrier'? Wait..."
>Back up
>You back away a few feet.
>"Nice to meet you, Maribel!" Koishi smiles, "I'm a satori. You know, the kind of youkai that can read minds? Well, actually, I can't do that anymore... Which is a good thing...? Or is that bad? Oh well! My subconscious barrier keeps people from noticing me. It's over you now, too! To everyone else, we're not here, even though we are. Strange, isn't it?"
>"You're not going to attack me, are you?"
>"Huh!? Why would I attack you? We just met. I have no reason to attack you yet. Are you scared of me because I'm a satori? It doesn't bother me if you are. I stopped caring a long time ago... Maybe you're afraid of youkai in general? But that would be weird, youkai are everywhere! And Miss Hijiri says people shouldn't be afraid of them. Maybe you're scared of everything. But if you were you wouldn't be outside... Are you enjoying the play? Kokoro-chan is amazing, isn't she? What's with that weird outfit anyway? Can I have one? What's in the bag? Are you afraid of me?"
>Although it doesn't seem like she is going to attack us, be wary for suspicious actions, even if we are in the village.
>You prepare for any suspicious actions this youkai might take.
>Could anyone else see her besides i? Or was i the only one?
>You don't know if anyone can see her, but you get the feeling she wouldn't be at the front of the crowd if they could.
>Is that eye thing doing anything?
>No, it is not.
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>"Well, you did just put me in this barrier alone with you. This would be the kind of setup someone would use to attack. I was just being cautious...Anyways, I'd love to stay and chat, but I don't want to leave my friend alone."
>Head back to Renko and Reimu.
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>"Well, you did just put me in this barrier alone with you. This would be the kind of setup someone would use to attack. I was just being cautious...Anyways, I'd love to stay and chat, but I don't want to leave my friend alone."
>"Well, normally I'd just drop the barrier, but if I did it here, I'd probably be run out of the village. Plus, Kokoro-chan will see me... She kinda hates me..." she pauses, "Well, anyway, see you later, I guess? Well, actually, no, we might not see each other later... So I guess goodbye?"
>Head back to Renko and Reimu.
>You head back to Renko and Reimu, who appear to be looking for you, when you get to the edge of the crowd, the shimmering effect on everything stops abruptly. Renko jumps.
>"Waaaah! Merry!?! Where did you go? Why did you just appear out of thin air!?!" she exclaims.
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>"There was this girl who could put up a barrier so no one notices whoever's inside. She didn't attack me though, in fact, she was kind of friendly. But I'm sorry for leaving you Renko, I didn't think something like that would happen. I won't run off like that again."
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>"Reimu, could you tell us what kind of Youkai a Satori is? That girl in there said she was one and that she was able to read minds before, but can't anymore, and she had this eye thingy on her."
>Look for a library around, maybe there is some kind of book like a Youkaipedia to help us understand Youkai better.
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>"There was this girl who could put up a barrier so no one notices whoever's inside. She didn't attack me though, in fact, she was kind of friendly. But I'm sorry for leaving you Renko, I didn't think something like that would happen. I won't run off like that again."
>"Well, just in case you do, could you at least give me a heads up or take me with you next time?" Renko asks, "Anyway, do you want to check out that book store that Reimu was talking about earlier?"
>"Reimu, could you tell us what kind of Youkai a Satori is? That girl in there said she was one and that she was able to read minds before, but can't anymore, and she had this eye thingy on her."
>"A Satori is a youkai that can read your heart and mind." Reimu explains, "A long time ago, all of them were either hunted or driven underground because their ability made them hated by humans and youkai alike. Honestly, having met two of them myself, they aren't that bad, though that ability of theirs is still annoying. You probably met Koishi. She's pretty much the only satori that ever comes to the surface. She can't read minds because her third eye is sealed shut. Unfortunately she has the ability to mess with your subconscious, and that makes her a nuisance. But still, she isn't dangerous. I'm actually quite surprised you ran into her. According to her sister, she usually aimlessly wanders Gensokyo, and therefore could be anywhere. Not to mention that she usually uses her ability to escape notice..."
>Look for a library around, maybe there is some kind of book like a Youkaipedia to help us understand Youkai better.
>You look around for a library.
>There appear to be none in the immediate area.
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>"She had her barrier around her, so I could see her the entire time. Well, her figure at least. I guess that means my ability is a little more useful in Gensokyo..."
>"Now, about this book store? Could you take us there Reimu?"
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>"She had her barrier around her, so I could see her the entire time. Well, her figure at least. I guess that means my ability is a little more useful in Gensokyo..."
>"Now, about this book store? Could you take us there Reimu?"
>"Yeah, I can take you there." says Reimu, "Follow me."
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>Follow Reimu's lead.
>"You sound like you hate everything Reimu. Fairies, plays, pranks, outsiders. Is there anything you like?"
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Donations of course, we saw how she reacted to those back there when someone ran the bell of donations.
>(That wasn't a pretty proper question, should have formulated it better)
*From Maribel's Selfless and Caring side(known as Raf): Am i typing correctly? I'm from Brazil and english is my second language, so i'd like to know if it's easy to make it out. (?3?)
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>Follow Reimu's lead.
>You follow Reimu out of the plaza, and down a road.
>"You sound like you hate everything Reimu. Fairies, plays, pranks, outsiders. Is there anything you like?"
>"What makes you think that? I might not like everything, but it doesn't mean I hate it... I like my friends, even though they can be annoying at times..."
>Donations of course, we saw how she reacted to those back there when someone ran the bell of donations.
>(That wasn't a pretty proper question, should have formulated it better)
>We've GOT to have... MONEY! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoYWdHe4tQ4)
//Your English is fine, there are a couple minor grammatical errors here and there, but it's still readable.
>The three of you stop outside a structure, above the door is a sign that reads "Suzunaan" and below it is a sign reading "We carry foreign books!"
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>"Foreign books? Well, it's not wrong..."
>Knock on the door.
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>"Foreign books? Well, it's not wrong..."
>Knock on the door.
>You knock on the door.
>"Why are you knocking!?" Reimu exclaims, "The store should be open!"
>"That's a good question, why are you knocking?" Renko asks.
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>"I-I was just...uh...umm...K-knocking to be polite...?"
>Open the door.
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>"So Reimu you said something about us not being able to fire Danmaku, what exactly did you mean by that? How do people fight on this world?"
>Proceed to check the store for useful books.
>Did we bring any money? And if so does Gensoko Gensokyo uses the same currency (?)?
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>"I-I was just...uh...umm...K-knocking to be polite...?"
>Renko and Reimu give you an odd look.
>Open the door.
>You open the door and step inside.
>Inside there are tons of shelves lined with all sorts of books, there is also a counter near the front of the store. Behind the counter is a young girl with red eyes, light red hair and twin pigtails adorned with bells. She is dressed in a checkered Kimono and is wearing an apron. Standing in front of the counter is a woman with fluffy, brown hair and glasses with a checkered scarf. There is a green clip in her hair that resembles a leaf.
>"Welcome to Suzunaan, can I help you?" the girl behind the counter asks, "Oh, hi there, Reimu. Who are these people? I've never seen them before..."
>"Hello, Kosuzu." Reimu replies, "And if you must know, these two are outsiders who wanted to check out the store."
>"Whoa! No way!" the girl exclaims, "Well, feel free to look around! We have a wide variety of books. A lot of them are from the outside world too, maybe you'll find some familiar?"
>The brown haired woman seems to be looking at Renko with curiosity.
>"So Reimu you said something about us not being able to fire Danmaku, what exactly did you mean by that? How do people fight on this world?"
>"In Gensokyo, most conflicts are what is resolved in a spellcard duel. Two opponents declare spellcards, which are preset patterns of attacks that must be timed out or captured. The attacks are supposed to be more oriented towards beauty, rather then power, though there are several exceptions to this rule. Anyway, a victor is decided whenever one side is either defeated, or runs out of spellcards." Reimu explains, "Danmaku is simply a projectile. Commonly, they are composed of magical energy, but it doesn't have to be. For instance, I have a friend who opts to use knives instead of magical bullets, and my yin-yang orbs, when used in a spellcard, count as danmaku. Back before the spellcard laws, it was possible to be seriously injured or killed by danmaku, but since then a nonlethal variant is used. It's actually illegal to use the lethal stuff in a spellcard duel. Anyway, I doubt you'd be able to fire danmaku, since you're not only human, but you're from the outside world. Most of the humans in this village actually can't fire danmaku at all, or prefer not to. And I'm pretty sure most people from outside lack magic."
>Proceed to check the store for useful books.
>You begin searching the shelves.
>You find several familiar titles from the outside world, as well as some books exclusive to Gensokyo. Among them is a book called Gensokyo Chronicle.
>You also find several textbooks on one shelf, of varying subjects.
>Did we bring any money? And if so does Gensoko Gensokyo uses the same currency (?)?
>You realize that in your excitement this morning, you forgot to pack any money. However, you don't think it would have mattered, you have no idea if Gensokyo uses the same currency.
>You notice the brown-haired woman walk over to Renko.
>"Excuse me, but would you mind if I talked to you outside for a minute?" she asks.
>Renko freezes, "Uh..."
>"Hey, don't be scared!" says Kosuzu, "Mamizou's friendly. She won't hurt you!"
>"Oh, uh... well... I don't think it'll hurt if I did..." Renko looks over to you, "Would you mind if I stepped outside for a minute?"
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>"But we're always-...N-no, I don't mind. I'm sure you want to experience Gensokyo to it's fullest."
>Give Renko a reassuring smile.
>"Please be safe Renko. And don't take too long."
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>"But we're always-...N-no, I don't mind. I'm sure you want to experience Gensokyo to it's fullest."
>Give Renko a reassuring smile.
>You give Renko a warm smile.
>"Please be safe Renko. And don't take too long."
>"I will. And don't worry, I'll be back soon, I guess." Renko replies.
>The brown-haired woman leads Renko out of the store.
>"...So, you're from the outside world, right?" Kosuzu asks, "What's it like out there? I mean, Mamizou's told me stories, but I wanna hear it from an outsider in person..."
>"Try not to bombard her with too many questions, Kosuzu." Reimu frowns, "We're not going to be here for long, hopefully..."
>"Oh, come on, Reimu. A few questions can't hurt! It's not like I'm going to open another evil book in the middle of the conversation or something..."
>"You know, given your track record, that sounds like exactly something you would do..."
>"Well, okay... Maybe that was a bad example... But a few questions still wouldn't hurt, right?"
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>"Well, that would depend on the questions, wouldn't it?"
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>"Well, uh, there's much less supernatural things out there. But we have a bunch of technology! There's machines like buses and airplanes to get to places faster. Cellphones so you can talk to people far away. Then there's television and- wait, I'm getting carried away. Sorry, go ahead and ask."
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>"Well, that would depend on the questions, wouldn't it?"
>"Yeah, I guess so..." says Kosuzu.
>"Well, uh, there's much less supernatural things out there. But we have a bunch of technology! There's machines like buses and airplanes to get to places faster. Cellphones so you can talk to people far away. Then there's television and- wait, I'm getting carried away. Sorry, go ahead and ask."
>"I know about some of the technology you have from Mamizou... Though, I've never heard of an airplane before, what's that?"
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>"It's a vehicle created so we can fly sky high for travelling purposes, it is the fastest way possible available for us to travel great distances."
>Check Kosuzu
> "And what about you, Kosuzu? Mind telling me about yourself?"
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>"It's a vehicle created so we can fly sky high for travelling purposes, it is the fastest way possible available for us to travel great distances."
>"Huh, interesting."
>Check Kosuzu
>Kosuzu seems quite curious and interested in you.
> "And what about you, Kosuzu? Mind telling me about yourself?"
>"Hi! I'm Kosuzu! My family owns a book store! Which is great because I love books!" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKYPafkLbkM)
>"Me? Well, I work with my family here at the Suzunaan, I have the ability do read any writing, and I also like collecting demon books. I can show you a couple from my collection if you wa-"
>"Kosuzu, let's not..." Reimu interrupts "I prefer to not have to clean up your mess for once..."
>"Oh, I'm sure one or two won't hurt... I mean, what are the odds they'll end up like the last 20 or so times I opened one?"
>"I said no."
>"Fiiiiine!"
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>"Well, that sure is an rather dangerous hobby of yours, but just outta curiosity, how many do you have?"
>"And what about you Reimu, do you have a hobby too?"
>Check up on Renko, is she having a good time with the Brunette girl?
*Venting Hot Gas Sounds* No more Fire Emblem for today...
Note to GM: BTW i was checking this game of yours, seems pretty fun, i might try it later. ('w')
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>"Well, that sure is an rather dangerous hobby of yours, but just outta curiosity, how many do you have?"
>"281 and counting!" Kosuzu replies enthusiastically.
>"And what about you Reimu, do you have a hobby too?"
>"Well, life at the shrine is usually boring and uneventful, so I guess you could consider resolving incidents and youkai extermination as my hobby..."
>Check up on Renko, is she having a good time with the Brunette girl?
>You make the decision to head outside and check on Renko. However, your train of thought is suddenly derailed when you hear three loud bangs in quick succession come from outside the store. They kinda sounded like...
>Gunshots!?!
>Seconds later you hear a loud scream. It sounds like Renko!
>Reimu immediately draws her gohei and starts running for the door.
>"W-What's going on!?!" Kosuzu exclaims.
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>Okay, me, don`t panic, don`t panic.
>Acquire GSR-10R or Gallian-S30 somehow
>Go outside, make a quick scan over the area.
>"Renko, where are you?!?"
>Don`t get shot on the hitbox.
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>Okay, me, don`t panic, don`t panic.
>Stay calm... Stay calm... Renko's probably okay... Right?
>Acquire GSR-10R or Gallian-S30 somehow
>Needs more gun...
>Go outside, make a quick scan over the area.
>You follow Reimu outside.
>"H-Hey! Wait up!" Kosuzu exclaims.
>Once outside, quickly look around. Several passersby seem to be focused on a nearby alleyway. You notice Reimu enter it.
>"WHAT HAPPENED!?!" you hear her yell.
>"Renko, where are you?!?"
>As you approach the alley, you call out to Renko.
>"I-I'm right here, Merry!" you hear her answer from within the alley.
>Don`t get shot on the hitbox.
>You cautiously run into the alleyway, wary of potential shooters.
>You see Renko standing to the side of the alley. On the ground, lying in a pool of blood, is the brown-haired woman from earlier, except she looks different. The leaf-shaped hair clip is not a large leaf sitting on her head, and there is now a large, brown, bushy tail coming out of her back. Her outfit is different as well. She is bleeding profusely from three gunshot wounds on her chest. Reimu is kneeling next to her, checking her pulse.
>"I asked you a question!" says Reimu harshly.
>"I-I don't know what happened!" Renko exclaims, "S-Someone ran down the street and fired a gun down the alley. S-She pushed me out of the way..."
>"MAMIZOU!!!" You hear Kosuzu cry out as she runs past you, "N-no! She can't be...."
>"She's still alive, but I don't know for how long..." Reimu remarks, "Kosuzu, I need you to go find Reisen. She knows how to handle situations like this."
>Kosuzu just stands there, staring at her friend.
>"Kosuzu! If you want Mamizou to live, find Reisen! NOW!!"
>"Y-Yes! Right away!"
>Kosuzu sprints out of the alley.
>"You two, stay put. Help Reisen and Kosuzu when they come back if you can." Reimu commands, "I'll meet up with you later. For now, I'm going to find whoever did this..."
>Reimu takes to the air, leaving you and Renko alone in the alleyway.
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>Keep your breath and try to make a bandage with some cloth or press the wounds of Mamizou, we must keep her stable until a medic arrives.
>Request Renko to attemp the same thing, two pair of hands and brains are better than one.
Can`t analyze wounds to know what caliber the gun fires... T-T
>"We must buy any sliver of time we can, let`s hold on to our hopes!"
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>"And... did you get a look at whoever did this?!"
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>Keep your breath and try to make a bandage with some cloth or press the wounds of Mamizou, we must keep her stable until a medic arrives.
>Request Renko to attemp the same thing, two pair of hands and brains are better than one.
>Keeping as calm as possible, you put pressure on Mamizou's wounds in an attempt to stanch the bleeding. You instruct Renko to do the same.
>"O-Okay..." she replies as she kneels down on the other side of Mamizou and places her hands over the wounds.
>Despite your efforts, you've only managed to restrict the blood flow by a small amount.
>"We must buy any sliver of time we can, let`s hold on to our hopes!"
>"R-Right...!"
>"And... did you get a look at whoever did this?!"
>"Oh... n-no I didn't... sorry... It all happened so fast..."
>Mamizou briefly opens her eyes, fixing them on you, then she weakly shifts her gaze to Renko, and after a few seconds, opens her mouth as if to speak, before passing out again.
>After keeping pressure on the wounds for what feels like an eternity, you finally begin to here Kosuzu's voice.
>"She's over here! This way!" you hear her exclaim.
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>"T-Thank goodness they're here. I hope she'll be okay..."
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>Look over while still applying pressure, see who is coming along with Kosuzu.
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>"T-Thank goodness they're here. I hope she'll be okay..."
>"Y-Yeah... I... hope so too..."
>Look over while still applying pressure, see who is coming along with Kosuzu.
>You look over your shoulder.
>Kosuzu is sprinting down the alleyway. behind her are two girls, however, what's interesting about them is that they both have rabbit ears. On of them is taller than the other, and has thinner ears. The shorter one is carrying a stretcher.
>"Well, at least someone's putting pressure on the wound." says the taller rabbit girl as they get closer, "You two can get up now, Tewi and I will take over from here."
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>Try to forget that just happened.
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>"R-rabbits? W-well, if Reimu trusts you, you must know what to do."
>Get up.
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>What to do now? I want to go find Reimu to help her look around and ask if there are any clues, but i`m worried sick about Mamizou.... Ugh!
Error 385: Maribel stopped working due to extreme conflict among two programs, please await while the system reboots.
>"So will she be fine? I hope we helped with that, if only a tiny bit."
Note: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUed7HZtTNA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUed7HZtTNA) I almost forgot about it, did anyone find this? This is incredible in my opinion! It was this and a friend of mine who got me on Touhou and Shmups. :D
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>Try to forget that just happened.
>Try as you might you cannot forget what happened. This scene is too fresh in your mind to forget...
>"R-rabbits? W-well, if Reimu trusts you, you must know what to do."
>Get up.
>You and Renko get out of the way.
>"Yes, we're rabbits..." says the taller rabbit as she takes out a syringe from one of her pockets, "Well, if you want to get really technical, I'm a moon rabbit, and she's an earth rabbit... Why are you so surprised?"
>What to do now? I want to go find Reimu to help her look around and ask if there are any clues, but i`m worried sick about Mamizou.... Ugh! Error 385: Maribel stopped working due to extreme conflict among two programs, please await while the system reboots.
>Your debate whether or not to search for clues, or stay with Mamizou and see if she'll be alright. Which will you do?
>SEGMENTATION FAULT: CORE DUMPED!
>"So will she be fine? I hope we helped with that, if only a tiny bit."
>"Well, considering the nature of her injuries, and the fact that she's youkai, rather than human, if we can get her back to Eientei fast enough, then there's a good chance that she'll survive." replies the tall rabbit as she injects whatever was in the syringe into Mamizou, "Alright, that should stabilize her. Now to reduce the blood flow in the wounds." the rabbit takes out a roll of bandages and begins to wrap them around Mamizou's chest.
>"W-Well, that's a relief..." Kosuzu remarks.
>The rabbit finishes applying the bandages, "Alright, that will do for now. Tewi, help me get her on the stretcher."
Note: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUed7HZtTNA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUed7HZtTNA) I almost forgot about it, did anyone find this? This is incredible in my opinion! It was this and a friend of mine who got me on Touhou and Shmups. :D
//I saw that over a year ago. :\
//And yes, it is incredible.
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>Ask the taller rabbit what her name is
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>Actually, Kosuzu set out to find someone named Reisen, so it must be her.
>"Well you see, we`re not exactly from here, my name is Maribel and this is Renko, and what do you mean moon rabbit? Are you literally from the moon?!?"
(Wait, so we might be able to awaken more hidden powers here, maybe we`ll be able to learn how to fly, shoot Danmaku, and even learn how to extend our original powers! :D :V)
>Mamizou was trying to tell us something before, so we should stick to her until she recovers, then she might have a clue about her attacker and we could relay that info to Reimu. Two birds with one stone, that is kinda smart.
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>We should probably go with Reisen and Kosuzu. Reimu did tell us to help them if we could, and that she would meet up with us later.
>"Moon rabbit? So you're an extraterrestrial? I knew there would be aliens..."
>The taller one also called the shorter one Tewi, so she must be Reisen.
>Examine Reisen
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>Ask the taller rabbit what her name is
>Actually, Kosuzu set out to find someone named Reisen, so it must be her.
>The taller one also called the shorter one Tewi, so she must be Reisen.
>"I'm Reisen. And you?"
>You appear to have correctly deduced that this is, in fact, the Reisen that was mentioned earlier.
>"Well you see, we`re not exactly from here, my name is Maribel and this is Renko, and what do you mean moon rabbit? Are you literally from the moon?!?"
>"Moon rabbit? So you're an extraterrestrial? I knew there would be aliens..."
>"So, you're from the outside world, I take it?" says Reisen as she and Tewi finish loading Mamizou onto the stretcher, "And yes, I really am from the moon..."
>Mamizou was trying to tell us something before, so we should stick to her until she recovers, then she might have a clue about her attacker and we could relay that info to Reimu. Two birds with one stone, that is kinda smart.
>We should probably go with Reisen and Kosuzu. Reimu did tell us to help them if we could, and that she would meet up with us later.
>You decide that it would probably be best to stay with Reisen, Tewi and Kosuzu.
>Examine Reisen
>Reisen has long, light purple hair, and is dressed in a black business suit over a white shirt and a beige skirt. There is a silver button resembling a crescent moon clipped to her suit. She is currently lifting the stretcher with Tewi.
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>"I'm so glad you're okay Renko. And that Mamizou should be okay too. Why would someone do this?"
>"Is there anything else we can do to help?"
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>Ask if the village has any sort of justice system
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>From what it seems, Reimu is the law here, so why doesn`t she get some more donations? That`s kinda sad and unfair.
>"We should hurry, so where are we gonna take her? We can`t afford to waste time.
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>"I'm so glad you're okay Renko. And that Mamizou should be okay too. Why would someone do this?"
>"W-well... I don't really know... uh... maybe it was just some psychopath or something..."
>"Is there anything else we can do to help?"
>"Not unless you know a way to get to Eientei that's faster than flying." says Reisen, "And since you're outsiders, I find that highly unlikely..."
>Ask if the village has any sort of justice system
>"Well, there's the village guards, and there's also Reimu..."
>"Don't forget Miss Kamishirasawa!" Kosuzu adds, "She also protects the village!"
>Reisen and Tewi begin to move the stretcher out of the alleyway.
>From what it seems, Reimu is the law here, so why doesn`t she get some more donations? That`s kinda sad and unfair.
>You have no idea. You feel kinda sorry for her...
>"We should hurry, so where are we gonna take her? We can`t afford to waste time.
>"We're going to fly back to Eientei, where my master, Eirin Yagokoro, will be able to patch her up." Reisen replies.
>"Aw man! I can't fly!" Kosuzu whines, "I wanna come too! I want to make sure she's okay!"
>"Well, you can follow us on foot, can't you?" Tewi asks.
>"Yeah, but you'll just outrun me..."
>"So what, you can still get to Eientei. It actually might be good for you to not be there in the first few minutes anyway. It will probably be to chaotic."
>"Well... I don't really know how to get to Eientei... I know it's somewhere in the Bamboo Forest of the Lost, though..."
>"Well then, just stay on the path and you'll be there in no time." says Reisen, "Anyway, we can't waste any more time. Tewi and I have to go." Reisen looks at you and Renko, "You two are welcome to visit Eientei as well, if you wish."
>The two rabbits carefully take to the skies with the stretcher and begin flying away.
>Kosuzu begins to follow them on foot.
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>Try to follow them to Eientei
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>Try to follow them to Eientei
>You start following Kosuzu.
>You leave the village, following the rabbits in the opposite direction you took to get down here. However, eventually the rabbits get so far ahead that they fade from sight...
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>"Darn. We just have to keep along the path to find them, right?"
>Follow the ye-...follow the path.
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>"Darn. We just have to keep along the path to find them, right?"
>"That's what Reisen said, right?" Kosuzu replies.
>Follow the ye-...follow the path.
>You continue following the path, you eventually come across the same trio of fairies from earlier. The two fairies that were running the stand are busily filling in the hole in the road, while their companion seems to be at the stand, lounging about, and sipping a drink of some kind from a cup while her friends work.
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>"Hey Renko, it'd be fine if we kept a fairy for ourselves, right? Reimu even said they're treated poorly, so it'd be rude not to do so..."
>"Do you know a way through the forest, Kosuzu? Or at least have a map or know someone who does?"
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>Although the thought of catching one is quite tempting, it would be extremely unlikely, they are able to fly, have powers we barely know and can shoot danmaku, and even then that would be just mean.
>"Thinking again.... it's not a good idea, it would be hard, painful and evil to do, if it was ok to do so then Reimu would have many fairies to work on the shrine..."
>Tacticplanner Ver 2.4 Booting..... Planner open:
-Go to Eientei to check on Mamizou and see what she has to say(And a bit of curiosity)
-After so find Reimu and relay info.
-Rest for a while, we're not taking any kind of fast travel here.
-Ready ourselves to go to the said Forest of Magic after this is solved.
>Plan saved. Closing Tacticplanner....
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>"Hey Renko, it'd be fine if we kept a fairy for ourselves, right? Reimu even said they're treated poorly, so it'd be rude not to do so..."
>"Oh... I don't really know, to be honest..." Renko replies.
>Although the thought of catching one is quite tempting, it would be extremely unlikely, they are able to fly, have powers we barely know and can shoot danmaku, and even then that would be just mean.
>"Thinking again.... it's not a good idea, it would be hard, painful and evil to do, if it was ok to do so then Reimu would have many fairies to work on the shrine..."
>You are so tempted to take a fairy home with you, but you decide that doing so would be more trouble than it's worth.
>"Yeah, I guess that's true..." Renko smiles.
>"Do you know a way through the forest, Kosuzu? Or at least have a map or know someone who does?"
>"No, not really..." says Kosuzu, "But Reisen said that if we stay on the path, we'll be fine, right?"
>Tacticplanner Ver 2.4 Booting..... Planner open:
-Go to Eientei to check on Mamizou and see what she has to say(And a bit of curiosity)
-After so find Reimu and relay info.
-Rest for a while, we're not taking any kind of fast travel here.
-Ready ourselves to go to the said Forest of Magic after this is solved.
>Plan saved. Closing Tacticplanner....
>You jot down some mental notes.
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>"Yeah, I'm pretty sure she said so."
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>Examine the forest and it`s inhabitants, what kind of forest it is? A boreal forest, tropical, or bamboo?
>"Kosuzu, i think i`ve heard Reimu say there are Human-eating Youkai, and i`ve seen somewhere that Youkai need to make chaos among humans to stay alive.
If that`s true then how is there such a coexistance between Human, Youkai, and other beings?"
>Reflect on what we experienced so far, Shrine Maidens that enforce law, prankster fairies with numerous powers, Mind-reading Youkai, Literal Moon Rabbits that are medics...
What`s next? Probably Vampires, Ghosts and such. ( What about flying ninja maids? I bet even they don`t have those.)
Also Miniking`s Signature Image always brightens my mood (u.u)
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>"Yeah, I'm pretty sure she said so."
>"Then all we need to do is what Reisen told us to do."
>Examine the forest and it`s inhabitants, what kind of forest it is? A boreal forest, tropical, or bamboo?
>You have not actually reached the forest yet, and you think you have quite a while before you actually see it.
>However, judging by its name, you assume it's a bamboo forest.
>"Kosuzu, i think i`ve heard Reimu say there are Human-eating Youkai, and i`ve seen somewhere that Youkai need to make chaos among humans to stay alive.
If that`s true then how is there such a coexistance between Human, Youkai, and other beings?"
>"Well, from what I understand, the ones that depend on attacking humans to survive usually only do so to humans that stray too far from the village at night, or outsiders that were spirited away from the barrier... As for the coexistance part, there's some sort of balance in place so that both humans and youkai can live here. Of course, the spellcard laws have helped a lot with that in recent years too..."
>Reflect on what we experienced so far, Shrine Maidens that enforce law, prankster fairies with numerous powers, Mind-reading Youkai, Literal Moon Rabbits that are medics...
What`s next? Probably Vampires, Ghosts and such. ( What about flying ninja maids? I bet even they don`t have those.)
>A flying ninja maid? What a crazy idea! Perhaps you're getting a bit carried away with your imagination...
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Great timing, my game just crashed. :D now back to where we left off....
>Keep walking. No Johnny Walker reference intended
>Use time to think about yourself, your skills, strengths, weaknesses, What magic would you probably learn first if you could....
I vote Water or Light Magic, with Wind being a close option. Then we could make Weather Sign Heavy Thunderstorm
>"Have you ever been to Eientei Kosuzu? If so could you tell us what it looks like?"
>Walk for about 1 hour while paying attention to surroundings. After that rest a bit and examine whereabouts then continue.
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>"Then I hope we're not attacked on the way there. Not only are we outsiders, but we don't have any danmaku or anything for defense. Now that I think about it, maybe Renko was attacked because Reimu wasn't with her..."
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>"Then I hope we're not attacked on the way there. Not only are we outsiders, but we don't have any danmaku or anything for defense. Now that I think about it, maybe Renko was attacked because Reimu wasn't with her..."
>"Maybe, but it shouldn't be possible. Youkai attacks almost never happen within the village... And I hope we don't get attacked either... I have spellcards, but I'm not very good with them..."
>Keep walking. No Johnny Walker reference intended
>Use time to think about yourself, your skills, strengths, weaknesses, What magic would you probably learn first if you could....
I vote Water or Light Magic, with Wind being a close option. Then we could make Weather Sign Heavy Thunderstorm
>You continue walking, eventually you enter the woods near the Hakurei Shrine once more.
>As you keep moving, you think about yourself.
>Skill wise, you are able to see boundaries, and tear small holes in them. You still feel slightly fatigued from the over-exertion of your powers earlier. So perhaps that's the current upper limit to your powers.
>You decide that if there's anything you should learn first, if you are capable of learning magic, it would probably have to be how to shoot this Danmaku stuff, since it would probably be very useful...
>"Have you ever been to Eientei Kosuzu? If so could you tell us what it looks like?"
>"No, I haven't, but I've heard stories about it. I heard it's like a large manor, with a courtyard filled with rabbits..."
>Walk for about 1 hour while paying attention to surroundings. After that rest a bit and examine whereabouts then continue.
>You keep walking for several minutes, paying close attention to your surroundings. Eventually, you look behind you, and notice a shimmering figure following the three of you.
>The figure suddenly stop shimmering, Revealing a grinning Koishi.
>"I was wondering when you were going to check behind you!" she says.
>"WAAAH!" Renko jumps, "Who said that!?!"
>Kosuzu jumps as well.
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>"Who are you?"
EDIT: >"And why are you scaring people?"
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>"Wait, aren't you that girl I ran into before?"
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>"Who are you?"
>"What kind of question is that?" Koishi blinks, "Don't you remember me? Are you brain damaged? Are you okay?"
>"Wait, aren't you that girl I ran into before?"
>"Yay! I knew you weren't brain damaged!" Koishi cheers, "Yep, Koishi Komeiji, that's me. Who are your friends? Isn't that weird-book-girl?"
>"Weird... Book girl...?" Kosuzu comments
>"Merry, who is this?" Renko asks.
EDIT: >"And why are you scaring people?"
>"Huh? Are you afraid of me?" Koishi cocks her head to the side, "Oh dear. I was just following you. I didn't mean to scare you. I'm sorry. Are you afraid of me? It's the third eye, is it? I guess it still scares humans after being sealed shut... But I don't care. I stopped caring for a long time... Are you afraid of me?"
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>"No, I'm not afraid of you. Well, as a youkai, you- n-never mind... Anyways, this is my best friend, Renko! Renko, this is Koishi, the person I met at the village earlier when you and Reimu were searching for me. Don't worry, she's friendly. At least, I'm pretty sure she is..."
>"Hey Koishi, where were you a while ago? Like a short time after we met each other? Were you still in the village? Did you see anything strange?"
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>She might be a valuable witness if she was nearby the crime scene. As pretty much no one can see her in the bubble.
>"Did you hear any loud noises ?"
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>"No, I'm not afraid of you. Well, as a youkai, you- n-never mind... Anyways, this is my best friend, Renko! Renko, this is Koishi, the person I met at the village earlier when you and Reimu were searching for me. Don't worry, she's friendly. At least, I'm pretty sure she is..."
>"So this is that girl..." says Renko.
>"Yup! That's me!" Koishi smiles.
>She might be a valuable witness if she was nearby the crime scene. As pretty much no one can see her in the bubble.
>She could be a very valuable witness indeed, but did she actually see the crime occur?
>"Hey Koishi, where were you a while ago? Like a short time after we met each other? Were you still in the village? Did you see anything strange?"
>"I was continuing to watch Kokoro-chan perform until the play was over. Then I started to wander around..."
>"Did you hear any loud noises ?"
>"Yeah!" Koishi quickly glances at Renko before looking back at you, "I hear plenty of loud noises. Like the rustling of a crowd, a stray cat, music, screaming, clatter..."
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>"Did you happen to see Renko with a brown haired woman? Did you hear anything like a bang?"
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>"Did you happen to see Renko with a brown haired woman? Did you hear anything like a bang?"
>"Maybe... Maybe not... I'm not sure... And what kind of bang? Like a weak bang? A loud one? Someone banging a pot? Someone banging a gong? Someone banging a drum?"
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>"Oh...So why are you following us anyways Koishi?"
>Continue walking along the path. (If we stopped, that is.)
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>Like someone using fire crackers. So did you ?
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>Like someone using fire crackers. So did you ?
>"What's a firecracker? Can you eat it? It sounds tasty..."
>"Oh...So why are you following us anyways Koishi?"
>"I was just curious to be honest... Like I said before, not many people can notice me when I don't want them to..."
>Continue walking along the path. (If we stopped, that is.)
>You continue walking. You see Koishi casually walk up behind Renko and whisper something in her ear. You can't make it out, but it seemed to make her stumble for a second...
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>Everyone's telling Renko secrets without us. First Mamizou, now Koishi. Maybe even the "powerful youkai" will probably be more interested in Renko than us. It's not fair keeping us out of these things.
>Frown. Renko would probably tell us anything if it's worth mentioning later...
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>Get a bit bothered by not knowing what she said, but don't try asking now.
>Could it be that Koishi is the shooter or is connected to him ?
>"What's wrong, Renko ? Are you ok ? Careful not to stumble like that."
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>Everyone's telling Renko secrets without us. First Mamizou, now Koishi. Maybe even the "powerful youkai" will probably be more interested in Renko than us. It's not fair keeping us out of these things.
>Why does Renko get all the special treatment? This is the land of YOUR dreams, not hers!
>Get a bit bothered by not knowing what she said, but don't try asking now.
>You're a bit concerned, not knowing what Koishi just said, but you decide not to ask...
>Frown. Renko would probably tell us anything if it's worth mentioning later...
>You frown. Hopefully, Renko won't keep important things to herself...
>Could it be that Koishi is the shooter or is connected to him ?
>You wonder if Koishi is the shooter, but that's unlikely, considering she probably doesn't know what a gun is. Besides, Renko likely wouldn't have even seen the shooter if it was Koishi.
>Though that doesn't rule out the possibility of a connection...
>"What's wrong, Renko ? Are you ok ? Careful not to stumble like that."
>"Y-Yeah... I'm fine..." she replies. She seems just about as uneasy as earlier, if not more...
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>"So, what were you and Mamizou talking about? I-I mean, it's good to know everything we can about the situation a-and what led up to it."
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>"So, what were you and Mamizou talking about? I-I mean, it's good to know everything we can about the situation a-and what led up to it."
//Sorry for the long wait between posts, college is giving me a lot of work this week...
>"She... She said that I reminded her of someone she knew..." Renko replies, "Then the shooting happened..."
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>Hmmm, that's intriguing, so we could ask any people related to her if Renko seems familiar to them.
>"i see... then let's keep going, as soon as we get to Eientei we'll probably be able to ask her about that.
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>"Someone she knew? Kosuzu said she learned about the outside world from Mamizou, so there's no telling if it's a youkai or not unless we ask her."
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>Hmmm, that's intriguing, so we could ask any people related to her if Renko seems familiar to them.
>You wonder why Renko might seem familiar to Mamizou... This might warrant investigation.
>"Someone she knew? Kosuzu said she learned about the outside world from Mamizou, so there's no telling if it's a youkai or not unless we ask her."
>"i see... then let's keep going, as soon as we get to Eientei we'll probably be able to ask her about that.
>"Y-yeah.... Let's keep going..."
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>"Are you sure you're fine Renko? You don't sound okay. I'm just worried..."
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>We should focus on trying to get to Eientei, let's get back to walking.
>Keep an eye out for Renko, so we can see if she starts acting weird again.
>Koishi is coming with us right ?
OOC Note: Just saw the college note, it's fine, i know that feel, get your stuff done, after all that is going to help in your life, i don't care in having to wait a little longer for this.
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Also just outta curiousity, are Maribel and Renko actual characters from the series or they`re fanmade ?
I only have knowledge of EOSD, PCB and IN.
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Also just outta curiousity, are Maribel and Renko actual characters from the series or they`re fanmade ?
I only have knowledge of EOSD, PCB and IN.
Yes they are from the series.
They are from a series of music CDs released by ZUN called "ZUN's Music Collection", first appearing in "Ghostly Field Club". They have not appeared in any of the games yet.
You can read all about them on http://en.touhouwiki.net/.
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Yes they are from the series.
They are from a series of music CDs released by ZUN called "ZUN's Music Collection", first appearing in "Ghostly Field Club". They have not appeared in any of the games yet.
You can read all about them on http://en.touhouwiki.net/.
Thank you, Genji ! Tell Reimu to get you some treats, i'll pay.
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Thank you, Genji ! Tell Reimu to get you some treats, i'll pay.
Sadly i'm sure her first reaction will be "who?".
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>"Are you sure you're fine Renko? You don't sound okay. I'm just worried..."
>"Yes, I'm fine..." Renko replies.
>We should focus on trying to get to Eientei, let's get back to walking.
>You continue walking
>Keep an eye out for Renko, so we can see if she starts acting weird again.
>You decide that it would be best to keep an eye on Renko, she's not acting like herself...
>Koishi is coming with us right ?
>She is.
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>"So Koishi, would you mind telling us more about yourself ? You seem to be a pretty interesting person. And we're really interested in knowing as much as we can from this place and it's inhabitants."
>Examine Koishi.
>Examine surroundings.
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>"So Koishi, would you mind telling us more about yourself ? You seem to be a pretty interesting person. And we're really interested in knowing as much as we can from this place and it's inhabitants."
>"You wanna know more about me?" Koishi asks, "OKAY! My name is Koishi Komeiji, I'm a satori, I live underground in a HUGE palace with my big sis, Satori, and her pets, Orin and Okuu. I'm also something called a laywoman at the Myouren Temple, you know? That big buddhist temple outside the village? Am I talking too much? Sorry, I have no filter. I can't read minds anymore because I closed my third eye a long time ago... I think Kokoro-chan is amazing. Really, am I talking too much? And Mr. My Hat is my friend, it helps me relax. I love souvenirs, I have a ton of them. Like this thing!" She pulls out a heavily dented frying pan out of nowhere, it looks like it's been banged against many, many objects, "I've had this one for a while now. It's very useful! Am I talking too much?"
>"Ugh... What a motor-mouth..." Kosuzu complains.
>Examine Koishi.
>Koishi has very light green to greyish hair. She's wearing a yellow dress with a short, green skirt. On her head is a black hat with a yellow ribbon. Hovering over where her heart is is her bluish-purple third eye, shut tightly. Several vein-like structures come out of the eye, loop around her body, and seemingly attach to her at various points...
>Examine surroundings.
>You are exiting the small woods at the foot of the large hill the Hakurei Shrine is on top of. Up ahead, through a meadow, is what appears to be a wall of dense bamboo... You see several fairies flying overhead, some are eyeing you with curiosity. Higher up in the air, you also catch sight of an orb-like construct, covered in a yin-yang pattern, with two rings of five other orbs circling it. It appears to be lazily floating along, minding its own business...
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>"Underground palace? Temple? This is a bit too much information to think about at once, please slow down. Wait, your sister is a satori, named Satori? D-did I catch that right?"
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>Boy, my other conciousness half is a little slow to catch up huh, better make her slow down to help it understand better.(Although it is better on doing socialization than me so it's even).
>Say to Kosuzu: "Well, she might be a motormouth, but you collect dangerous cursed-like books and i'm pretty sure they gave someone trouble at least a couple of times, remember that no one here is really normal, we're all equal in potential to qualities and defects, and don't take this as a stern lecture, you're a really nice person too."
>"Sorry, i had trouble assimilating all that info.So how did you make that pan come out of nowhere ? And about the buddhist temple, who lives there ?"
>Do we have a religion ourselves ? Christian ? Buddhism ? PESKY TAOISM ? Shinto ? Or are we atheists ? What about Renko ?
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>"Underground palace? Temple? This is a bit too much information to think about at once, please slow down. Wait, your sister is a satori, named Satori? D-did I catch that right?"
>"Yup, that's her name! Satori Komeiji!" Koishi replies, "I don't think our parents were good at naming things..."
>Boy, my other conciousness half is a little slow to catch up huh, better make her slow down to help it understand better.(Although it is better on doing socialization than me so it's even).
>You think it would be much easier to understand Koishi if you somehow get her to slow down...
>Say to Kosuzu: "Well, she might be a motormouth, but you collect dangerous cursed-like books and i'm pretty sure they gave someone trouble at least a couple of times, remember that no one here is really normal, we're all equal in potential to qualities and defects, and don't take this as a stern lecture, you're a really nice person too."
>Kosuzu frowns, "Okay, you have a point there..."
>"Sorry, i had trouble assimilating all that info.So how did you make that pan come out of nowhere ? And about the buddhist temple, who lives there ?"
>"Nowhere? I had this thing in my pocket, sillly!" Koishi grins, "Well, at the temple, there's Miss Hijiri, she's really nice. She tries to help me focus... It kinda works... But not all the time... There's also the water-ghost-captain-lady-person, some tiger-person, a cute-mouse-girl, veil-woman and her magic-cotton-candy-man, loud-mouth, and then there's the weirdo. The weirdo has funny wings. Sometimes I wish I had wings, wings are cool. But maybe they'd get in the way... How do you even control wings? Maybe I can ask Okuu how she controls them... How does the weirdo even fly with those wings anyway? I've never seen them flap or flutter..."
>Do we have a religion ourselves ? Christian ? Buddhism ? PESKY TAOISM ? Shinto ? Or are we atheists ? What about Renko ?
>While you and Renko aren't totally devoted to a religion, you are not complete atheists. You still believe in the existence of deities, as well as many supernatural things that can be perceived as acts of deities.
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>"Magic Cotton Candy Man ? Is he really that or is he just a spirit of sorts ? And who is the weirdo ? What does she do ? And can you still fly wihout wings ?"
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//If there's already a post/reply that fits the situation well, I wouldn't normally post. (unless I'm adding something).
>"They sound like an interesting bunch... It would be neat to meet them all, wouldn't it Renko?"
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>"Magic Cotton Candy Man ? Is he really that or is he just a spirit of sorts ? And who is the weirdo ? What does she do ? And can you still fly wihout wings ?"
>"I think he's some kind of cloud youkai, but he looks like cotton candy!" Koishi answers, "The weirdo? Well, she has these weird wings on her back... And she can change her shape, and transform other things... She's a good friend of that brown-haired tanuki... ...And of course I can! Flying is easy!" She floats into the air, moves over your head, and lands on the other side of you. "See?"
>"They sound like an interesting bunch... It would be neat to meet them all, wouldn't it Renko?"
>"Yeah... It sounds nice..." says Renko.
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>Renko seems pretty down, i can't stop thinking about what did Koishi tell her.
>"Flying may be easy for you, but we can't really do that you know... That's why we're walking. Can't you use some kind of item or spell to carry us flying there ?"
>When Koishi told that thing to Renko, did it seem like it was to shock on purpose or just a innocent thing that turned out to be real bad ?
Also i found you on youtube, Mr. Nazgul.
Glad to see you also know Smooth.
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//Waits for Smooth to do another Touhou acapella. (Preferably something involving that cat again.)*
>This is Gensokyo, the place we've been trying to learn about for a while now. Not to mention Renko did almost get shot, just to have some stranger risk their life to save hers. She might just be having trouble dealing with things. Though, that doesn't explain why whatever Koishi said could've made her stagger...
>"I think there was a white haired person in this forest. We should probably watch out for her."
>Examine Renko
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>Renko seems pretty down, i can't stop thinking about what did Koishi tell her.
>This is Gensokyo, the place we've been trying to learn about for a while now. Not to mention Renko did almost get shot, just to have some stranger risk their life to save hers. She might just be having trouble dealing with things. Though, that doesn't explain why whatever Koishi said could've made her stagger...
>Just what did that girl say to her?!
>"Flying may be easy for you, but we can't really do that you know... That's why we're walking. Can't you use some kind of item or spell to carry us flying there ?"
>"Nope! That would be silly!" she replies.
>When Koishi told that thing to Renko, did it seem like it was to shock on purpose or just a innocent thing that turned out to be real bad ?
>You honestly can't tell, but if you were to guess, it seemed purposeful...
>"I think there was a white haired person in this forest. We should probably watch out for her."
>"Oh, you mean Miss Fujiwara?" Kosuzu asks, "We shouldn't worry about her. I don't know much about her, but I heard that she likes to help humans lost in the forest..."
>Examine Renko
>Renko has short, brown hair, and is wearing her typical attire: A white suit with a brown skirt, and a black hat with a white bow. She is carrying her own satchel.
>She still seems quite uneasy... Something seems to be on her mind.
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>We should talk with Renko alone later, like when we get to Eientei. She might be more willing to talk to us in private.
>"I've been meaning to ask, do either of you know of a powerful youkai with long blonde hair?"
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>How do we have knowledge that such youukai exists ? I don't recall we ever seeing who Reimu went to talk with about the donation box...
>Also make mental note about getting something to donate to Miss Reimu, she deserves it. :3
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//They were mentioned in Reply #51, we asked more in Reply #73, then Reimu gave more details in are Reply #90.
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//They were mentioned in Reply #51, we asked more in Reply #73, then Reimu gave more details in are Reply #90.
Thank you, pessimistically optimist Miniking Part of Maribel.
>"She also has purple-colored eyes if i'm not mistaken, does it ring any bells ?"
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>We should talk with Renko alone later, like when we get to Eientei. She might be more willing to talk to us in private.
>You make a mental note to speak with Renko in private later.
>How do we have knowledge that such youukai exists ? I don't recall we ever seeing who Reimu went to talk with about the donation box...
>Reimu told you a bit about her.
>Also make mental note about getting something to donate to Miss Reimu, she deserves it. :3
>You also make a note to donate to the Hakurei Shrine later, but then you remember you don't have any money on you...
>"I've been meaning to ask, do either of you know of a powerful youkai with long blonde hair?"
>"She also has purple-colored eyes if i'm not mistaken, does it ring any bells ?"
>"No, I don't think so..." says Kosuzu.
>"Depends." Koishi replies, "I've seen lots of youkai with blonde hair, and lots of youkai with long hair. I've also seen lots of people with purple eyes."
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>Darn, this girl just acts like a child when it comes to questions like this. It looks like we might have to wait until we meet them ourselves.
>"Have you seen anyone who fits all 3 of those descriptions?"
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>Calm down, Mini-me (Ba tum tss), for all we know, this girl's cheery image might hide a inner feeling of loneliness, let's not judge her too harshly now, just keep an eye for something valuable that she says, maybe she knows who it is and is trying to avoid the question ?
>If someone is interested in our power, then maybe it's because it's related to theirs.
>"And that also has a power that lets her observe people out of Gensokyo or visit the outside world, sky-related powers or controlling borders or barriers or anything related to that ? After all she took interest in our powers and there must be a reason." Disregard, use the later post one.
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//Let's not imply so far yet. That's thinking like ourselves. We should be thinking like Merry, and consider what she knows and doesn't know yet. So far, we've only met Reimu, a few fairies, Kosuzu, Koishi, Mamizou (though not really), Reisen, Tewi, and we've seen that Kokoro person Koishi mentioned performing. We've seen a maid in a mansion and the white haired girl (who Kosuzu claims is "Miss Fujiwara") from dreams before as well.
>Also, Yuk- The youkai could probably be interested in Renko, like almost everyone we've met in Gensokyo so far has been, or in us both as outsiders with abilities, since Reimu did say that not many humans have powers.
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>Make a mental note to ask someone about the availability of Guns in Gensokyo.
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Okay maybe i could have formulated that better, let me try again. Sorry for them slipups.
>"And her power could be related to us in some way, but that's just a shot in the dark, know anyone ?'
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>Darn, this girl just acts like a child when it comes to questions like this. It looks like we might have to wait until we meet them ourselves.
>You don't think you're going to get any answers out of her...
>"Have you seen anyone who fits all 3 of those descriptions?"
>"I don't know, do you expect me to remember every person I've seen?" Koishi's head cocks to the side like a confused puppy.
>Calm down, Mini-me (Ba tum tss), for all we know, this girl's cheery image might hide a inner feeling of loneliness, let's not judge her too harshly now, just keep an eye for something valuable that she says, maybe she knows who it is and is trying to avoid the question ?
>You decide to listen to her a bit more closely from now on, in case she's hiding something...
>If someone is interested in our power, then maybe it's because it's related to theirs.
>That is a huge shot in the dark, but it's a theory...
>Also, Yuk- The youkai could probably be interested in Renko, like almost everyone we've met in Gensokyo so far has been, or in us both as outsiders with abilities, since Reimu did say that not many humans have powers.
>You formulate a couple more theories. It could be either of those, to be honest. But only time will tell.
>Make a mental note to ask someone about the availability of Guns in Gensokyo.
>You think it would be a good idea to asks someone on how available guns are in Gensokyo.
>"And her power could be related to us in some way, but that's just a shot in the dark, know anyone ?'
>"Nope... Doesn't ring a bell..." Koishi continues
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>"R-Renko, I'm... Y-you need to... I-I'm sorry, never mind."
>This is starting to get upsetting. Renko isn't herself and Koishi seems to have made things worse for her. Not only that, but it doesn't seem like we can do anything to comfort our friend right now.
>Make sure we're on the path and start going quicker. The sooner we get to Mamizou, the sooner we can find out why Renko's acting like this and help her.
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>Agreed, we shall walk toward Eientei swiftly while taking looks to see if we're being followed/watched.
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>"R-Renko, I'm... Y-you need to... I-I'm sorry, never mind."
>"N-No, don't be sorry... W-What is it, Merry?" Renko looks at you curiously.
>This is starting to get upsetting. Renko isn't herself and Koishi seems to have made things worse for her. Not only that, but it doesn't seem like we can do anything to comfort our friend right now.
>You hate seeing Renko like this, if only there was something you could do...
>Make sure we're on the path and start going quicker. The sooner we get to Mamizou, the sooner we can find out why Renko's acting like this and help her.
>Agreed, we shall walk toward Eientei swiftly while taking looks to see if we're being followed/watched.
>You enter the bamboo forest, staying on the path. Eventually the road forks, a charred, broken sign is lying face-down at the middle of the fork.
>"Uh oh..." Kosuzu remarks.
>"Why 'Uh oh?' " asks Koishi, "Eientei's that way!" she points down the right side of the fork for several seconds before switching directions, "Wait, maybe it was that way? Oh wait! Maybe both ways lead to it...! Man, remembering the way is hard without having Orin with me... Maybe I can remember the way I took when I first went there if it was snowing out...? Hmm..."
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>"You're...You're not acting like yourself Renko. I don't know if it's because of what happened at the village or something else, but we're friends, and I want to be there for you if you have anything on your mind. If you don't feel comfortable sharing it though, that's okay. I just don't like seeing you like this. That's why I think we should take a break soon. Maybe stay at Eientei if they let us or Reimu's shrine for a while."
>Examine the remains of the sign.
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>Would a break mean stay on a place and relax for while or go back to the outside world ? We're kinda too involved in this already to just go back, and least let's get the issues with Mamizou and Reimu done.
>Also examine both trails, are there any details on them or on the trees nearby ?
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>"You're...You're not acting like yourself Renko. I don't know if it's because of what happened at the village or something else, but we're friends, and I want to be there for you if you have anything on your mind. If you don't feel comfortable sharing it though, that's okay. I just don't like seeing you like this. That's why I think we should take a break soon. Maybe stay at Eientei if they let us or Reimu's shrine for a while."
>"Merry... Don't worry about me... I-I'm fine..." Renko smiles slightly, "Though a break does sound nice..."
>Would a break mean stay on a place and relax for while or go back to the outside world ? We're kinda too involved in this already to just go back, and least let's get the issues with Mamizou and Reimu done.
>Why would you want to take a break back in the outside world? This is the place of your dreams! Besides, you don't think you've recovered enough to be able to open a tear that large again.
>Examine the remains of the sign.
>You pick up the charred sign. You can barely make out the word "Eientei" written on it, below that, you think there was an arrow pointing in the right direction, but it's too charred to decipher which way it was originally pointing.
>Also examine both trails, are there any details on them or on the trees nearby ?
>One trail looks slightly more overgrown than the other, the nearby bamboo trees are snapped, damaged, and burned. It looks too haphazard and isolated to have been caused naturally. There might have been some kind of scuffle here...
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>Is the overgrown trail the burned one ?
>The less grown trail would be the one that makes sense, since the most used trails are the ones with less vegetation, but the other trail is also a choice because it seems to be the burned one, and that might be a sign.... Ugh so complicated.....
>Is isn't night time correct ? If it were we could use Renko's power for help.
>Miniking-Maribel, i need your thoughts and ideas, my good friend. :3
>"So anyone has any ideas to help us ?"
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>"I can't just not worry about you Renko. I'd feel terrible if something happened to you here in Gensokyo. Or anywhere in general..."
>It'd be our fault since we brought her here. Not to mention she is our friend, and our only one at that.
>Though now would be a great time for Renko's power, it's probably not nighttime, and we haven't confirmed if it works in Gensokyo yet.
>Reisen and Twei passed through here earlier. So we should think about what might've happened.
Edit: >We should probably gather more information before we pick a path, so yeah, having Koishi check out the area higher up will help. Also check around for any nearby barriers, in case that's a possibility.
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>Even if Reisen and Tewi passed by this place, they were flying, so they couldn't really leave a trail.
>Koishi can fly, so can we send her above the bamboo to see if there's any points of interest for us ?
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>Is the overgrown trail the burned one ?
>There are scorch marks all over the area. Not just on the overgrown trail.
>The less grown trail would be the one that makes sense, since the most used trails are the ones with less vegetation, but the other trail is also a choice because it seems to be the burned one, and that might be a sign.... Ugh so complicated.....
>Why are there never any simple solutions in life...
>"So anyone has any ideas to help us ?"
>"Well, my gut tells me to go right." says Kosuzu, "Though, I heard the path less traveled is usually more interesting..."
>"Nope!" Koishi declares, "Maybe we can go to Youkai Mountain and get my friend Sanae? She's been here before! She even led me there the first time I visited! Though that was about ten years ago... I think? Give or take a year? And it was snowing out... And cold... Wait. Maybe that's a bad idea... Maybe she forgot? Plus Youkai Mountain is sooo far from here..."
>"I can't just not worry about you Renko. I'd feel terrible if something happened to you here in Gensokyo. Or anywhere in general..."
>Renko's eyes widen for a brief moment before she chuckles, "Well, it's good to know you care about me that much..."
>It'd be our fault since we brought her here. Not to mention she is our friend, and our only one at that.
>Could you live with yourself if you let something bad happen to her?
>Is isn't night time correct ? If it were we could use Renko's power for help.
>Though now would be a great time for Renko's power, it's probably not nighttime, and we haven't confirmed if it works in Gensokyo yet.
>It is unfortunately not nighttime, furthermore, you aren't even sure if her powers would work here...
>Even if Reisen and Tewi passed by this place, they were flying, so they couldn't really leave a trail.
>Whoever left this here was likely someone else.
>Koishi can fly, so can we send her above the bamboo to see if there's any points of interest for us ?
Edit: >We should probably gather more information before we pick a path, so yeah, having Koishi check out the area higher up will help. Also check around for any nearby barriers, in case that's a possibility.
>You could ask Koishi to help, though there's no guarantee she'll cooperate...
>You see no barriers nearby.
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>"Koishi, would you mind flying above bamboo height ? Maybe you'll be able to see something that may help us. Pleeeeeeeeeeeease ?"
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>"Koishi might be right about both paths leading there. Reisen said that we just have to follow the path, and we'd be okay. But that sign hints otherwise..."
>"Who do we ask when we don't know where to go?" Exploring intensifies
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>"Who do we ask when we don't know where to go?" Exploring intensifies
You didn't do this.................... Oh for the love of god.
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>"Koishi, would you mind flying above bamboo height ? Maybe you'll be able to see something that may help us. Pleeeeeeeeeeeease ?"
>"Oh, good idea! I'll do that right now!" Koishi takes to the air, flying above the bamboo stalks.
>"Koishi might be right about both paths leading there. Reisen said that we just have to follow the path, and we'd be okay. But that sign hints otherwise..."
>"Well, I guess we'll have to wait for whatever Koishi has to say then, just to be safe?" Kosuzu asks.
>"Who do we ask when we don't know where to go?" Exploring intensifies
>"I'm the map!"
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>"Yes. We're not the type of group that can afford to split up, and it wouldn't be wise to just take a guess either. Koishi's our best shot right now."
>This probably could've been avoided if Reisen was a bit more detailed in how to get to Eientei...
>"I know it's none of my business Renko, but It's really bugging me. What did Koishi whisper to you?"
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>"I know it's none of my business Renko, but It's really bugging me. What did Koishi whisper to you?"
>Whisper this part.
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>"Yes. We're not the type of group that can afford to split up, and it wouldn't be wise to just take a guess either. Koishi's our best shot right now."
>"Well, I hope she comes back with good news..."
>This probably could've been avoided if Reisen was a bit more detailed in how to get to Eientei...
>It could have, but you can't really blame her for not being detailed, time was of the essence.
>"I know it's none of my business Renko, but It's really bugging me. What did Koishi whisper to you?"
>Whisper this part.
>"I-It's nothing... Don't worry about it..." Renko replies, "I'm fine... really..."
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>Renko definitely isn't okay. She keeps trying to convince us otherwise. She hasn't kept secrets from us before either, has she?
>"Kosuzu, Reimu mentioned that certain things like knives have be used as danmaku. Do you know anyone who uses firearms, or where someone could even get a gun from?"
>Look into the air for Koishi.
>Accidentally catch the embarrassing sight of Koishi's... pan.
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I don't have much to add.
Sooo.....
>It doesn't seem like pressing Renko is of any use (Phew), so lets not tackle that issue now.
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>Renko definitely isn't okay. She keeps trying to convince us otherwise. She hasn't kept secrets from us before either, has she?
>Renko almost never keeps secrets from you. Well, as far as you know...
>It doesn't seem like pressing Renko is of any use (Phew), so lets not tackle that issue now.
>You decide it would be best to leave Renko alone for now...
>"Kosuzu, Reimu mentioned that certain things like knives have be used as danmaku. Do you know anyone who uses firearms, or where someone could even get a gun from?"
>"Well, there's a local shopkeeper with something called a 'shotgun,' does that count?" Kosuzu asks, "However, I'm pretty sure he doesn't fight with danmaku. I don't know of anyone else who has or uses these 'gun' things."
>Look into the air for Koishi.
>Koishi is above all of you, looking off into the distance.
>Accidentally catch the embarrassing sight of Koishi's... pan.
>You feel yourself go red in the face... This is bad, not because of the sight but because you just can't... stop... looking... at that... dented pan.
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>"A shopkeeper huh? We should check that out when we've confirmed that Mamizou is okay. Well, if Reimu hasn't found the shooter already."
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>What do we know of the gunshots ? It couldn't have been from a Shotgun, since the damage would have been too big.
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>"A shopkeeper huh? We should check that out when we've confirmed that Mamizou is okay. Well, if Reimu hasn't found the shooter already."
>"Still I don't think it was him..." says Kosuzu, "He doesn't seem like the kind of guy to try and kill someone..."
>What do we know of the gunshots ? It couldn't have been from a Shotgun, since the damage would have been too big.
>You don't know much about guns, but judging from the wounds, you think it was probably a pistol that was used.
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>"Koishi, do you see anything from there, besides bamboo and sky?"
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>"And besides clouds and the sun ?"
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//I'm so sorry for the late reply.
>"Koishi, do you see anything from there, besides bamboo and sky?"
>"And besides clouds and the sun ?"
>"Uh-huh!" Koishi yells back, "I see a big building, and the ground, and you, and rocks, and some fairies, and some birds."
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//No problem. It's not like I haven't been late on a post before...
>"That's good, that building should be Eientei. Can you tell if either path reaches there?"
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As long as you can update this without being of trouble to you, i'm A-Ok.
>Yay, it worked ! But that still doesn't explain the burnt sign, let's ask someone about it later.
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>"That's good, that building should be Eientei. Can you tell if either path reaches there?"
>"It looks like the right one goes there." Koishi calls back, "And by right one, I mean the one on the right. Well, if you think about it, because it does lead to where we're going it's also right in that way too!"
>Yay, it worked ! But that still doesn't explain the burnt sign, let's ask someone about it later.
>You still wonder how everything around here is burnt... Perhaps someone can provide you with answers later?
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>"Okay, thank you Koishi. You should come back down here if you're still following us."
>Head down the right path.
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>"Okay, thank you Koishi. You should come back down here if you're still following us."
>Head down the right path.
>You start heading down the right path. Koishi descends and keeps following you.
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>Make sure we're walking between Koishi and Renko, so the former doesn't try anything else...
>"Kosuzu, could you tell us some more about Gensokyo? Reimu only told us a few things."
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This one here agrees with the last post. Now to business
>Are there any noticeable details we can see going through this trail ? Like broken bamboo or more burnt stuff ?
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>Make sure we're walking between Koishi and Renko, so the former doesn't try anything else...
>You position yourself between Koishi and Renko as you walk.
>"Kosuzu, could you tell us some more about Gensokyo? Reimu only told us a few things."
>"Sure." she replies, "What do you want to know?"
>Are there any noticeable details we can see going through this trail ? Like broken bamboo or more burnt stuff ?
>Not really. All the burnt stuff and broken bamboo seems to have been concentrated around that fork.
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>"Have you read the books in your bookstore? If so, could you tell me about the one titled 'Gensokyo Chronicle'? I wanted to read it, but there wasn't any time..."
>"Also, do you know anyone else with knowledge about the outside world? Or anyone who dislikes humans? If we can tie this in with people who know about guns, maybe we can find out who did it."
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>"You could also tell us about Mamizou herself, if we know a little more about her, we can use that info to help us find the culprit."
>Search a book later called "Danmaku for Dummies"
>"Also, could you tell us how Danmaku battles work (We know about the bullets and such, but not how it is structured)?"
>Do all the questions leaving a good amount of time for Kosuzu to answer, don't snowball her with stuff.
>Poke Koishi and her eye thingy.
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>"Have you read the books in your bookstore? If so, could you tell me about the one titled 'Gensokyo Chronicle'? I wanted to read it, but there wasn't any time..."
>"Oh, the Gensokyo Chronicle?" Kosuzu replies, "I'm not the foremost expert on it, but it's a book that documents the entire history of Gensokyo! It's pretty cool. Though, if you want to know more about it other than just reading it, you should talk to my friend Akyuu. She's the author of the most recent volume, after all."
>Do all the questions leaving a good amount of time for Kosuzu to answer, don't snowball her with stuff.
>You make sure to space your questions enough so Kosuzu can answer them at her leisure.
>"Also, do you know anyone else with knowledge about the outside world? Or anyone who dislikes humans? If we can tie this in with people who know about guns, maybe we can find out who did it."
>"I know that shopkeeper I mentioned earlier gets a lot of outside world knick-knacks. And a few youkai have knowledge about it too, Mamizou was one of them. As for people who dislike humans, well, I know that there are a few youkai and vengeful spirits out there that dislike them, and that some youkai eat humans, but most tend to be either friendly or leave humans alone."
>"You could also tell us about Mamizou herself, if we know a little more about her, we can use that info to help us find the culprit."
>"Well, she's a tanuki, for one. She's also a very nice person and a good friend. She knows a lot of stuff too. She even used to be able to freely come and go from the outside world! But I think she lost whatever item that let her do it."
>Search a book later called "Danmaku for Dummies"
>If such a book even exists.
>"Also, could you tell us how Danmaku battles work (We know about the bullets and such, but not how it is structured)?"
>You've seen danmaku in your dreams, but you're not entirely certain on the battle mechanics.
>"Huh? Danmaku battles?" Kosuzu asks, "Well, I've never really been in one myself... But I know in most cases you have to follow a set of laws called the spellcard rules, and that your spellcard patterns are supposed to be based more on beauty than on raw power, but I've heard that one rule has a very large grey area..."
>Poke Koishi and her eye thingy.
>"No fair!" Koishi complains, "I'm supposed to be the one poking people's eyes! Especially if it belongs to a certain someone I know..."
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>"A tanuki? So that's what the bushy tail was all about. Well, we should visit this shopkeeper later, then Akyuu when we have the time. Learning more about Gensokyo is great, but we have to make sure whoever did this doesn't try it again... Uh, where does the shopkeeper usually stay?"
>We shouldn't take any more risks concerning separating us and Renko, and just stick with Reimu until things get safer.
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>True, but Reimu will probably be patrolling for the assailant if she hasn't found him yet then, and if she does, then she'll most likely just stay at her Shrine.
>Didn't Reimu say she had a friend living on the Forest ? Maybe we can ask her to come with us so we don't disturb the investigation.
Sure feels weird talking to myself ,who is not exactly myself.
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>Reimu said she'd meet up with us later, and I'm sure she still wants to stick around us; especially after Renko was targeted. Mostly because we sorta need protection since that powerful youkai is interested in us. We could probably use this to our advantage, if we really wanted to.
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>Hmm, yes, that makes sense, but let's try not to bother her much. But i doubt that said youkai would try to attack us, and if she does, Reimu will probably beat her.
We could probably use this to our advantage, if we really wanted to.
I hope you don't mean in *that* sense.
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> "Who are some names i should know around here"?
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I hope you don't mean in *that* sense.
//Nope. More along the sense of having special privileges. We've already come to the conclusion that Reimu is sort of the law here, so we could go almost anywhere we want. It'll also be easier to do many things in general because there's almost no chance we'll be attacked with her escorting us.
Compared to how things would be without Reimu, in which we'd probably have to run from youkai here and there and try our best to find/gain access to places. Not to mention being clueless about Gensokyo in general, besides the information we know from dreaming.
Totally not blackmailing Reimu in order to be treated extravagantly...yet.
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>"A tanuki? So that's what the bushy tail was all about. Well, we should visit this shopkeeper later, then Akyuu when we have the time. Learning more about Gensokyo is great, but we have to make sure whoever did this doesn't try it again... Uh, where does the shopkeeper usually stay?"
>"His store is on the outskirts of the Forest of Magic" Kosuzu answers.
>We shouldn't take any more risks concerning separating us and Renko, and just stick with Reimu until things get safer.
>You decide it would be best if you don't separate yourself from Renko for a while.
>Didn't Reimu say she had a friend living on the Forest ? Maybe we can ask her to come with us so we don't disturb the investigation.
>You do believe she did say that.
>True, but Reimu will probably be patrolling for the assailant if she hasn't found him yet then, and if she does, then she'll most likely just stay at her Shrine.
>Reimu said she'd meet up with us later, and I'm sure she still wants to stick around us; especially after Renko was targeted. Mostly because we sorta need protection since that powerful youkai is interested in us. We could probably use this to our advantage, if we really wanted to.
>Hmm, yes, that makes sense, but let's try not to bother her much. But i doubt that said youkai would try to attack us, and if she does, Reimu will probably beat her.
>After much internal debate, you decide that sticking with Reimu when she meets back up with you would be the best option.
> "Who are some names i should know around here"?
>"Well, I'm not sure about all the important people in Gensokyo, but of the big names I know, there's Reimu, but you already met her..." says Kosuzu, "Some other names a lot of people know are Marisa Kirisame, who solves incidents about as often as Reimu, and there's also Yuuka Kazami, the one youkai you want to avoid. She has a nasty reputation... There's also Sanae Kochiya, the wind priestess of the Moriya Shrine, she comes to the village every once and a while... There's Byakuren Hijiri and Toyosatomimi no Miko two other big religious powers... And there's also Remilia Scarlet, a vampire who owns a big mansion by the Misty Lake."
>"Hey watch out for that trap." Koishi calmly remarks.
>"Huh? What did you s-AAAAAAH!!" Kosuzu falls into a small pitfall trap with a thud.
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>"A-another one? Are you alright Kosuzu?"
>Hold in a laugh because these unexpected pits lighten the mood/atmosphere well.
>Help Kosuzu out of the pitfall.
>"Moriya shrine? How many shrines are there in Gensokyo?"
>We haven't had the chance to find out yet, but would the people we glimpsed in our dreams remember us? There were a few youkai that could tell we were there...
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>Well, they're rabbits, so digging holes around kinda makes sense.
>Steer clear of any other pitfalls.
>Get a piece of bamboo long like a cane (Ask for help if we can't do it ourselves) and use it to scan the area ahead while walking, this way we avoid more traps. I hope
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>"A-another one? Are you alright Kosuzu?"
>"Yeah, I'm fine..." she replies, "Who put a trap here!?"
>Hold in a laugh because these unexpected pits lighten the mood/atmosphere well.
>You try your best not to laugh. However, a smirk still manages to slip through.
>Help Kosuzu out of the pitfall.
>You help Kosuzu out of the pit.
>"Moriya shrine? How many shrines are there in Gensokyo?"
>"Just two." Kosuzu answers as she dusts herself off.
>We haven't had the chance to find out yet, but would the people we glimpsed in our dreams remember us? There were a few youkai that could tell we were there...
>Honestly, you are not sure.
>Well, they're rabbits, so digging holes around kinda makes sense.
>You already know some rabbits live around here, so holes in the ground are kinda expected. You think....
>Steer clear of any other pitfalls.
>If there were any others, you can't see them. It's a wonder how Koishi even noticed that one...
>Get a piece of bamboo long like a cane (Ask for help if we can't do it ourselves) and use it to scan the area ahead while walking, this way we avoid more traps. I hope
>You snap off a small bamboo shoot nearby and use it like a blind person uses a cane.
>"What are you doing?" Renko asks.
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>"Uh, well, if there are any other traps, this will help me find them before it's too late...maybe? A-actually, Koishi, why don't you take the lead and warn us of traps instead?"
>"About the underground, Koishi. How does living down there work? There's no sunlight or weather usually, right?"
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>How deep was the hole that Kosuzu fell in ?
>Take a look around and above, most likely there won`t be just pitfalls.
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>"Uh, well, if there are any other traps, this will help me find them before it's too late...maybe? A-actually, Koishi, why don't you take the lead and warn us of traps instead?"
>"Okay!" Koishi exclaims, taking point.
>"About the underground, Koishi. How does living down there work? There's no sunlight or weather usually, right?"
>"Well, we have a reactor, and it's like a mini-sun... It gives us this thing called 'electricity' or something... Which very few places in Gensokyo have!"
>How deep was the hole that Kosuzu fell in ?
>It looked about half a meter deep.
>Take a look around and above, most likely there won`t be just pitfalls.
>You do so. You do not spot anything.
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>"Oh, so you have things like lights and television. Wait, do you have television? Does it have programs from the outside world, or are they made in Gensokyo?"
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>"Oh, so you have things like lights and television. Wait, do you have television? Does it have programs from the outside world, or are they made in Gensokyo?"
>"What's a television...?" Koishi asks.
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>"It looks like a big box, and it shows moving pictures. I think it would be easier if you just told us what electricity-related things you already have, since it's probably not that much."
>"Moving pictures? Why would someone make something so useless and dumb? Pictures are always moving unless you stand really still."
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>"It looks like a big box, and it shows moving pictures. I think it would be easier if you just told us what electricity-related things you already have, since it's probably not that much."
>"OH! I THINK MY FRIEND SANAE HAS ONE OF THOSE! IT'S SO COOL!" Koishi exclaims vigorously before calming down, "Well, we have lights, and something called a refrigerator... And in the reactor room there's things called terminals or something... Why? Is there more stuff we can have?"
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>"Y-You must really like it then. Well there's... there's electric fans for when it's too hot, so you don't have to wave a paper fan to get cool. Then there's heaters for when it's too cold, and heated kotatsu as well. There's blenders, microwaves, ovens and toasters that all help make food taste better. Oh, there's also phones, so you can talk to people far away without having to go to them. They have so many more functions than that though, so there very useful."
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>"So Koishi, why do they have trapholes on the way to their home ? Are they in conflict with someone or is it just rabbit stuff ?"
>The hole seemed like a intentional trap but it wasn't deep enough to maintain a person there, why make it that way ?
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>"Y-You must really like it then. Well there's... there's electric fans for when it's too hot, so you don't have to wave a paper fan to get cool. Then there's heaters for when it's too cold, and heated kotatsu as well. There's blenders, microwaves, ovens and toasters that all help make food taste better. Oh, there's also phones, so you can talk to people far away without having to go to them. They have so many more functions than that though, so there very useful."
>"Oh, I forgot about phones." Koishi replies, "Like... Many years ago the Moriya Shrine and some kappa developed some kind of phone. It never really caught on outside Youkai Mountain, though.... My sister and Orin have one. So does my friend Sanae... Sanae had hers first though... Oh! I should totally bring you guys to meet them at some point!"
>"So Koishi, why do they have trapholes on the way to their home ? Are they in conflict with someone or is it just rabbit stuff ?"
>"I honestly don't know..."
>The hole seemed like a intentional trap but it wasn't deep enough to maintain a person there, why make it that way ?
>Honestly, you have no clue. Perhaps it was dug lazily? Or perhaps it was a prank? Who knows.
>You can now see a large structure of some kind in the distance, at the end of the road.
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>"This 'Youkai mountain' doesn't sound too safe. Well, for us..."
>Point at the structure. "Is this the place Koishi?"
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>"This 'Youkai mountain' doesn't sound too safe. Well, for us..."
>"Well it's safe for me when I go there..." says Koishi, "But then again I'm a youkai... And I don't get noticed much..."
>Point at the structure. "Is this the place Koishi?"
>"Yup! That's it all right!"
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>"Great ! Now let's go inside and see how Mamizou is doing."
>Move and knock on the door or ring the doorbell if there is one.
>"I hope she's alright...."
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>"I think we'll just stick to having Reimu take us to places. It's a lot safer."
>Hm, would Koishi's barrier break if we tear a hole in it, or would something bad happen to her? We might want to try this later...
>"What's with Gensokyo and not knocking?
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>"What's with Gensokyo and not knocking?
It's because we're weird, or because we knocked on a library's door that was clearly open, or we are too polite, i don't know.
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>"Great ! Now let's go inside and see how Mamizou is doing."
>Move and knock on the door or ring the doorbell if there is one.
>You walk up the the structure and pass through a large gate in a wall. You walk through a courtyard. Rabbit youkai are everywhere, commuting between parts of the structure ahead, pounding mochi, or just plain talking with each other. Some of them look at your group as you pass.
>You reach what you presume to be the front door and get into knocking position, you are just about to knock when Koishi stops you.
>"I'm pretty sure you don't need to knock. They have a front desk or something..."
>"I hope she's alright...."
>"Um... yeah... me too." Renko adds.
>"I hope so too..." Kosuzu answers.
>"I think we'll just stick to having Reimu take us to places. It's a lot safer."
>"Ok..." Renko replies.
>Hm, would Koishi's barrier break if we tear a hole in it, or would something bad happen to her? We might want to try this later...
>You honestly don't know what would happen...
>"What's with Gensokyo and not knocking?
>What's with you and deciding to knock on the door of a clearly open store of all places...
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>"They look just as fluffy as regular rabbits. I wish we had time to pet them. Maybe they feel similar too."
>Open the door.
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>As a rabbit/bunny lover, i agree, let's ask if we can pet them later. :3
>Go to front desk and ask the attendant or whoever is nearby about where is Reisen and Tewi.
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>"They look just as fluffy as regular rabbits. I wish we had time to pet them. Maybe they feel similar too."
>You elicit a few giggles from your group with those words.
>As a rabbit/bunny lover, i agree, let's ask if we can pet them later. :3
>You wonder if you actually can pet them... It wouldn't hurt to ask.
>Open the door.
>Get on the floor.
>You open the door and find yourself in a large room. Several groups of rabbits are scurrying here and there.
>On the other side of the room is a reception counter.
>Go to front desk and ask the attendant or whoever is nearby about where is Reisen and Tewi.
>The rabbit youkai manning the reception counter looks at you.
>"They came in a while ago. Admitted a patient to room 144. Dr. Yagokoro and Reisen are current finishing up with her. Tewi should be... somewhere..."
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>"There's no reason to rush in and interrupt them, since Reisen said she would be okay. We should wait until they're finished."
>"Renko, could we have a moment to talk?"
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>"There's no reason to rush in and interrupt them, since Reisen said she would be okay. We should wait until they're finished."
>"Okay." says Koishi.
>Kosuzu nods.
>"Renko, could we have a moment to talk?"
>"Oh... Sure..." Renko replies.
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>"What did Koishi say to you ? I know it's important, else why would you have that reaction ?"
I accept other dialogue suggestions.
>Oh yea, we can also ask about the "trapholes" and the burnt sign and broken bamboo in the forest.
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>"We'll be back in a moment guys."
>Move to a more secluded section of the room.
>"If it's something Koishi somehow knows, then why can't you tell me? I want to help if it's a problem Renko."
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>"We'll be back in a moment guys."
>Move to a more secluded section of the room.
>You beckon Renko over to a more isolated spot.
>"What did Koishi say to you ? I know it's important, else why would you have that reaction ?"
>"If it's something Koishi somehow knows, then why can't you tell me? I want to help if it's a problem Renko."
>"Merry, I'm fine..." Renko replies, "Stop worrying about it..."
>Oh yea, we can also ask about the "trapholes" and the burnt sign and broken bamboo in the forest.
>Why would you ask Renko about this?
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I wasn`t going to ask her, but the rabbits around here.
>"Renko, please, you`re just making me even more worried, why can`t i know ?"
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>Lets ask Reisen or Tewi about it when we can, since they probably passed by it.
>Renko has something going on, but it might be for the best if we listen to her and drop it. We should still be traveling with Reimu once she gets here, so maybe we won't have to worry about it. We just have to be more cautious...
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If you say so, God of Roll to Dodge (Will there be another one ?)
>Hold on that dialogue, i`ll save that for later.
>"I`m sorry Renko, i`m just worried about you, let`s talk about this another time then."
>How is our relationship with Renko ? Do we have any other things in common besides having powers and curiosity and the investigation stuff ?
>Go back to the receptionist.
>"?xcuse me, could you tell me why are there some holes on the way here ? And who dug them ?"
>Pet cute rabbit.
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//I am no god. If anything, I'm a kid who screwed up the system. Just look at the earlier posts. In all honesty, I was intimidated by Seari-...that Maribel person trying to dominate everything.
(Then again, it's not like Kanako and Suwako haven't screwed things up once or twice.) Probably won't do another one, not just because of that, but also because I wanna try my hands at a "quest" seeing as there are barely any. Have almost everything ready for it, but I'm busy procrastinating trying to figure out ways to prepare myself more before starting...
>Feeling a little betrayed that Renko's keeping this stuff from us, especially since Koishi knows too.
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>"Renko, please, you`re just making me even more worried, why can`t i know ?"
>Renko has something going on, but it might be for the best if we listen to her and drop it. We should still be traveling with Reimu once she gets here, so maybe we won't have to worry about it. We just have to be more cautious...
>Hold on that dialogue, i`ll save that for later.
>You feel that pressing this issue further is probably not the best thing to do at this time...
>"I`m sorry Renko, i`m just worried about you, let`s talk about this another time then."
>"Oh... Okay..."
>How is our relationship with Renko ? Do we have any other things in common besides having powers and curiosity and the investigation stuff ?
>She is your best friend. The two of you have been friends since high school. You share several common interests in addition to the love for the supernatural, an example would be that the two of you enjoy some of the same TV shows and books.
>Feeling a little betrayed that Renko's keeping this stuff from us, especially since Koishi knows too.
>This isn't like her. You feel a little hurt by this unexplained secrecy.
>Lets ask Reisen or Tewi about it when we can, since they probably passed by it.
>You decide to ask Reisen or Tewi about the trap later.
>Go back to the receptionist.
>"?xcuse me, could you tell me why are there some holes on the way here ? And who dug them ?"
>However you decide to ask the receptionist as well, and approach her with your question.
>"Oh, that." The receptionist replies, "Some of us rabbit youkai are pranksters. Tewi is among the most notable, but Tewi would never make a trap on the main road. In fact, it's against the rules to make traps there. The rabbit or rabbits responsible will probably be punished if they were found out."
>Pet cute rabbit.
>You get hit with a harassment lawsuit.
>FISSION MAILED!
>EMIT? >CONTINENT?
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> Ask about Youkai Rabbit society. After all, we are paranormal investigators.
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>"I guess, now, we wait until we can go see Mamizou."
>Check the sky outside.
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>PET ALL THE RABBITS !
>Also ask about the reason why the Moon Rabbits came to earth.
>After checking sky. Search for Tewi. and pet her.
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> Ask about Youkai Rabbit society. After all, we are paranormal investigators.
>"Oh?" the receptionist replies "Well, we mostly just pound mochi and run the place, helping Dr. Yagokoro when we can. When we're not doing that, we like to have fun and play pranks on people."
>PET ALL THE RABBITS !
>It's possible that you may have a problem...
>Also ask about the reason why the Moon Rabbits came to earth.
>"Moon Rabbits? Oh, you mean Reisen? From what I understand, she fled from the moon several decades ago to escape some war or something... I don't really know the details"
>"I guess, now, we wait until we can go see Mamizou."
>Kosuzu and Renko nod.
>Check the sky outside.
>You check the sky. You think you see an approaching figure in the air. It's hard to make out at this distance, but it looks red and white.
>After checking sky. Search for Tewi. and pet her.
>You think you see Tewi in the courtyard, watching over some of the mochi-pounders.
>You run up to her and pet her. Her neck starts extending...
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>Head over to Tewi. Watch the ground for traps though. That one rabbit said that most of the rabbits were pranksters, and that Tewi was a notable one.
>"Hey Tewi. Thanks for helping us and Mamizou out..."
>"Do you mind if I,- I mean....could I...um...pet you?"
>Such a difficult question to ask. Are they more like rabbits? Do they like being pet? Or are they more like people, where petting would be awkward?
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>Oh yeah."Also, do you know who dug holes on the path here ? According to the receptionist it's not allowed."
It's not a problem, i just miss my bunny pet ;-;
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>Head over to Tewi. Watch the ground for traps though. That one rabbit said that most of the rabbits were pranksters, and that Tewi was a notable one.
>You carefully make your way over to Tewi.
>"Hey Tewi. Thanks for helping us and Mamizou out..."
>"Hey, no problem... Um... What was your name again...?"
>"Do you mind if I,- I mean....could I...um...pet you?"
>"E-EH!?!?! N-NO! YOU MAY NOT PET ME!!" Tewi exclaims, blushing slightly.
>Such a difficult question to ask. Are they more like rabbits? Do they like being pet? Or are they more like people, where petting would be awkward?
>You honestly don't know how rabbit youkai would react to being pet, but judging from Tewi's reaction, you would guess the latter is true...
>Oh yeah."Also, do you know who dug holes on the path here ? According to the receptionist it's not allowed."
>"Yup, it's definitely not allowed. It honestly could've been anyone here... Meaning we can't do anything about it punishment-wise until we figure out exactly who did it, which is easier said than done..."
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>"It's Maribel. And, I'm sorry. I didn't know you would be so against it."
>Leave Tewi to her selfishness shenanigans observing.
>The flying red and white thing could be Reimu. We haven't really seen anything else like that.
>Wave at it
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>"It's Maribel. And, I'm sorry. I didn't know you would be so against it."
>"It's fine."
>Leave Tewi to her selfishness shenanigans observing.
>You leave Tewi to her business.
>The flying red and white thing could be Reimu. We haven't really seen anything else like that.
>Wave at it
>You wave at the rapidly approaching figure. It does not seem to respond.
>The figure lands in the courtyard, and it's immediately apparent that it's not Reimu. It's actually the white-haired girl from one of your dreams. She looks incredibly pissed at something, and she begins quickly marching up to the door, fists clenched.
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Hmmm....
>That girl actually seemed to notice us on our dreams right ?
>Is she looking at us ?
>Examine White-haired girl.
>"Miss ? Are you okay ? Is this about Mamizou ?"
>Use Koishi's Pan as shield if she attacks us
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>Follow her, but not too closely. Don't want to risk examining those clenched fists in detail...
>Kozusu identified her as "Miss Fujiwara" to us before, and said that she wanders the forest and likes to help humans out. We also saw her engulfed in flames in that dream. That wandering bit explains how she seems to know where this rabbit hospital is, and it wouldn't be a long shot to think that she was helped with her wounds after the fire. It explains her being on fire earlier and the burnt path, but not what started the fire in the first place.
>Sealing Club Detective Merry strikes again!
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> Ask Tewi if she knows who this is.
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>That girl actually seemed to notice us on our dreams right ?
>You know some youkai could, but you aren't sure if she ever noticed you.
>Kozusu identified her as "Miss Fujiwara" to us before, and said that she wanders the forest and likes to help humans out. We also saw her engulfed in flames in that dream. That wandering bit explains how she seems to know where this rabbit hospital is, and it wouldn't be a long shot to think that she was helped with her wounds after the fire. It explains her being on fire earlier and the burnt path, but not what started the fire in the first place.
>Sealing Club Detective Merry strikes again!
>Things seem to be coming together it seems...
>Follow her, but not too closely. Don't want to risk examining those clenched fists in detail...
>You begin following the girl.
>Is she looking at us ?
>She is not.
>Examine White-haired girl.
>She has a red and white bow in her long, white hair. She's wearing a white shirt with red overalls. The overalls seem to be covered in some sort of charms. There are a few tied into her hair as well.
>"Miss ? Are you okay ? Is this about Mamizou ?"
>Her attention snaps to you.
>"This is none of your business. Stay away if you know what's good for you."
> Ask Tewi if she knows who this is.
>You are too far from Tewi, going to ask her would mean getting farther away from the girl.
>Use Koishi's Pan as shield if she attacks us
>Wait? You mean you didn't grab the pan?
>You are incinerated.
>The girl violently kicks open the door to Eientei.
>"WHERE IS SHE!? WHERE IS THAT BITCH HIDING!?" she yells. All the rabbits in the hall back away. Kosuzu and Renko look completely surprised while Koishi is unfazed.
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Wow. Even i didn't expect that.
>Observe closely, but not too close to avoid unecessary injuries.
>Whisper "Koishi, how are you not surprised by this ?"
>Keep following the white-haired girl if she goes to another area.
>Use our restore staff to remove her beserk status, if failed then use our Pegasus Knight-like avoid rate to dodge the counter.
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//Wow, so ready to waste equipment... Whatever, it's not that rare, and we'll be visiting Rinnosuke later anyways.
>Let's just stick by Renko and the others. We told her that we wouldn't run off without (at least telling) her again. And doing so with someone like this is just asking for trouble.
>"H-Hey, why's she so angry?"
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>Observe closely, but not too close to avoid unecessary injuries.
>You continue to observe the girl.
>"Um... S-Shouldn't she be in her room...? A-As usual?" The receptionist nervously stammers.
>"Of course she would! Why would I ever think that lazy bitch would be anywhere else!" The girl starts walking away from the counter.
>Whisper "Koishi, how are you not surprised by this ?"
>"Huh? Am I supposed to? Is this a surprising moment? Is there a reason to be surprised?"
>Keep following the white-haired girl if she goes to another area.
>Let's just stick by Renko and the others. We told her that we wouldn't run off without (at least telling) her again. And doing so with someone like this is just asking for trouble.
>You're tempted to keep following the white-haired girl if she continues moving, but you decide that it would probably be better to stick with Renko and the others.
>"H-Hey, why's she so angry?"
>"No clue..." Renko replies
>"I think that's Miss Fujiwara..." Kosuzu mutters.
>"Because she is?" Koishi asks.
>Use our restore staff to remove her beserk status, if failed then use our Pegasus Knight-like avoid rate to dodge the counter.
>You do not have a restore staff.
>Fuming, the white-haired girl begins to storm off down a hall, before her eyes fall on Renko. She immediately stops, and seems to forget her anger in that moment. She looks slightly surprised.
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>"D-Don't tell me Renko reminds you of someone too..."
>This isn't fair. Renko is getting all of the attention. And she also doesn't want us to worry when there's something up. We can't even enjoy the things Gensokyo has to offer with her because of these.
>"Because she is?" Koishi asks.
Mokou: "I hate, therefore I am."
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>AGHHHH ! Why just Renko ? Renko experiences a murder attempt, Renko is told something that seems crucial, now some angry lady is staring at her as if she knows her. No fair... I'm okay now.
>"Renko, do you know her ?"
>Are you sure ? I'm sure there's one with Koishi, well, make note to resupply at nearby shop.
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>"D-Don't tell me Renko reminds you of someone too..."
>"Sorry, I mistook her for someone else at first..." the girl says calmly as she approaches, eyeing Renko curiously, "Forgive me for staring."
>"It's fine...? I guess?" Renko replies.
>This isn't fair. Renko is getting all of the attention. And she also doesn't want us to worry when there's something up. We can't even enjoy the things Gensokyo has to offer with her because of these.
>AGHHHH ! Why just Renko ? Renko experiences a murder attempt, Renko is told something that seems crucial, now some angry lady is staring at her as if she knows her. No fair... I'm okay now.
>All the fun stuff seems to be happening to Renko today. It isn't fair! This is he land of your dreams! She's only along for the ride!
>Parsee Modo activated.
>"Renko, do you know her ?"
>"Of course not. I've never seen this person before in my life..."
>Are you sure ? I'm sure there's one with Koishi, well, make note to resupply at nearby shop.
>Koishi refuses to share it.
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>"Do you guys think we should follow her ? I mean, this is pretty strange and i admit i am quite curious."
>Where is the White-haired Lady going now?
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>"Seems like everyone else has known you all their lives...Ren-ko."
>Paru Paru
>"Um, who does Renko remind you of exactly? This is the second instance."
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>"Seems like everyone else has known you all their lives...Ren-ko."
>"H-huh!?!" Renko replies.
>Paru Paru
>Your Parsee level increased!
>"Um, who does Renko remind you of exactly? This is the second instance."
>"Well um... She reminds me of someone I knew years ago..." says the white-haired girl, "She was one of the few people I considered a friend... She vanished without a trace seven years ago..."
>Where is the White-haired Lady going now?
>Nowhere, at the moment.
>"Do you guys think we should follow her ? I mean, this is pretty strange and i admit i am quite curious."
>"You probably shouldn't." says the white-haired girl, "I don't like having bystanders caught in the crossfire... Now, if you'll excuse me. I have a bitch to murder." She storms off down a nearby hall, her anger renewed.
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>"W-W-Wait, she's going to go KILL someone!?!? S-Someone stop her!"
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>What do we do ? We can't let another murder attempt to happen !
>Use the Miko Signal to call Reimu
>"Renko, what now ? If she goes through, things will go from tense to haywire in a instant."
>Ask the receptionist who that Lady is looking for.
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>"W-W-Wait, she's going to go KILL someone!?!? S-Someone stop her!"
>"Don't worry, it happens all the time..." says a nearby rabbit.
>What do we do ? We can't let another murder attempt to happen !
>You start panicking internally. You can't just let another person be hospitalized!
>Use the Miko Signal to call Reimu
>You lack a spotlight to broadcast the signal...
>"Renko, what now ? If she goes through, things will go from tense to haywire in a instant."
>"U-UH I DON'T KNOW!?!" Renko exclaims, "S-STOP HER OR SOMETHING! DON'T LOOK AT ME!!"
>Ask the receptionist who that Lady is looking for.
>You hastily walk up to the receptionist and ask who the lady's target is.
>"Oh, she's just going to kill Lady Kaguya..." the receptionist replies, "It's nothing to worry about, really... They kill each other all the time..."
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>None of this makes sense, but we don't have any time to lose. After Fujiwara!
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>Follow pissed lady not-so-closely.
>Spread peace and love while going. Become part of Namusan.
>"What did they mean with 'they kill each other all the time' ?"
>Inventory
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>None of this makes sense, but we don't have any time to lose. After Fujiwara!
>You pursue the white-haired girl, dragging Renko along with you.
>Follow pissed lady not-so-closely.
>You make sure not to follow too close.
>Spread peace and love while going. Become part of Namusan.
>Somewhere, a Buddhist priestess is proud of you.
>"What did they mean with 'they kill each other all the time' ?"
>"I have no clue..." Renko answers.
>Inventory
>INVENTORY:
>Clothes (equipped)
>>Your signature outfit, a purple and white dress with a black belt.
>Hat (equipped)
>>A white cap that you wear almost all the time.
>Satchel (equipped) (capacity: 6/20 units)
>>A bag for carrying items. Has a limited carrying capacity.
>Video Camera (2 units)
>>A device used to record videos. Of course, your phone can do this too...
>Sack Lunch (3 units)
>>A lunch you prepared for your expedition.
>Cellphone (1 unit)
>>A communication device used to call other people. You doubt this would be of much use in Gensokyo...
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> Call 9-1-1
>"You don't really mean kill as in Give her a bad time.kill, d-do you?"
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>What about this lunch we've prepared ?What does it have ?
>Play Snake in the phone.
>To Miniking-Maribel from Raf-Maribel:Should we try and record this ? I'm just presenting the option, i don't think we should.
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>To Miniking-Maribel from Raf-Maribel:Should we try and record this ? I'm just presenting the option, i don't think we should.
//Don't think so either. What kind of sick person records someone being hurt instead of doing something about it. Oh yea, pretty much everyone nowadays...>Play Snake in the phone.
>Actually, do we have any phone games, or are we just capable of the necessary stuff like calling and maybe texting?
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> Call 9-1-1
>Surprisingly, it works...
>"Youkai Mountain Emergency Response Service. How may we help you?"
>"You don't really mean kill as in Give her a bad time.kill, d-do you?"
>The white-haired girl stops and turns around, finally noticing you and Renko following her.
>"I thought I told you to stay out of my way..." she growls, "But if you really must know, yes. I do mean that I'm actually going to kill her... Not that it matters... I'll probably see her ugly mug again in a few hours, or in a day or two if I'm lucky... Anyway, now you have your information, go away. Unless you want to risk staying here for a few hours... Or worse..."
>What about this lunch we've prepared ?What does it have ?
>A sandwich and some onigiri, as well as a plastic water bottle.
>Play Snake in the phone.
>You quickly lose. Man, you suck at this game...
>Actually, do we have any phone games, or are we just capable of the necessary stuff like calling and maybe texting?
>You do have a few.
>_
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>"I see, however my curiosity is something big, and i must to satisfy it."
>I'm pretty sure she won't try to harm us, however maintaining a distance is still a good idea.
>Stay silent, but continue headstrong and keep following.
>Does she appear to be carrying any weapons ?
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>She's going to kill a person! We can't just sit back and let her do something like that.
>What do we do ? We can't let another murder attempt to happen !
You even said so yourself too! :p
>"H-Hey! Nobody fight anyone! If anyone fights anyone then I'll!!! Be forced!!! To ask Reimu for help!!!"
>"W-Wait. Why are you so intent on killing her? T-There shouldn't be any reason for wanting so much to end someone's life."
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>She's going to kill a person! We can't just sit back and let her do something like that.You even said so yourself too! :p
I put the pieces together, i realized that Kaguya is really immortal, i actually didn't know her immortality went beyond just time wise however. :P
*IN Knowledge increases by 1 !*
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>Yeouch, calling them Fairies is a bit wrong, i mean, we can't see any wings and she doesn't seem to demonstrate any fairy-ish behavior that we have experienced.
>Put some more sense in Miniking-Maribel.
Sooo much Undertale references....
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>"I see, however my curiosity is something big, and i must to satisfy it."
>"There's no convincing you to stay out of my way, is there?" the white-haired girl sighs, "Fine. Have it your way. Don't blame me if you get hurt, though."
>I'm pretty sure she won't try to harm us, however maintaining a distance is still a good idea.
>You decide to keep maintaining your distance, just in case.
>Stay silent, but continue headstrong and keep following.
>Does she appear to be carrying any weapons ?
>You keep following. She does not seem to be carrying any weapons.
>She's going to kill a person! We can't just sit back and let her do something like that.
>You begin to have second thoughts about simply watching as you follow the girl. No... You couldn't live with yourself if you let something like that happen and you just watched...
>"W-Wait. Why are you so intent on killing her? T-There shouldn't be any reason for wanting so much to end someone's life."
>"Well, it's... complicated... I don't really feel like explaining everything right now..."
>"H-Hey! Nobody fight anyone! If anyone fights anyone then I'll!!! Be forced!!! To ask Reimu for help!!!"
>"Reimu isn't even here."
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>"Reimu isn't even here."
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You were saying ?
>"And from what the rabbits told us, you do this quite frequently, is this some way of stress relief or some kind or grudge ? And how can that happen multiple times ? Are you both immortal ?"
>Put some sense into Miniking-Maribel, what can we really do aside from talking this Ms. Fukiwara out of doing that ? And from what it seems, i really won`t matter to the rabbits. Weird.
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> If we knew where her target was, we could probably run to her and warn her before Fujiwara gets there. But she'd probably just start flying and pass us if we start to run...
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>"And from what the rabbits told us, you do this quite frequently, is this some way of stress relief or some kind or grudge ? And how can that happen multiple times ? Are you both immortal ?"
>"Huh, nice guess... Yes, both of us are, in fact, immortal... Unfortunately..."
>Put some sense into Miniking-Maribel, what can we really do aside from talking this Ms. Fukiwara out of doing that ? And from what it seems, i really won`t matter to the rabbits. Weird.
> If we knew where her target was, we could probably run to her and warn her before Fujiwara gets there. But she'd probably just start flying and pass us if we start to run...
>You think about warning the intended target, but you have no idea where she is, and Fujiwara might outmaneuver you anyway... Perhaps that isn't a good idea...
>The white-haired girl arrives at a door with a note attached to it. On the note, scrawled in elegant writing is the words "Please knock."
>She beats on it with her fist. "KAGUYA! I KNOW YOU'RE IN THERE! COME FACE ME OR SO HELP ME I WILL BREAK THIS DOOR DOWN!" Her fists erupt into flames at that last word.
>"Hmm... 17 minute response time... That's a new record, isn't it, Mokou?" Another voice answers through the door, "Why are you so angry? If you think about it, I did you a favor. I think that smelly, run-down shack you live in needed a renovation anyway... I mean, it's not like you have all of eternity to rebuild it..."
>The white-haired girl quivers in fury. She looks like she could kick through the door at any moment.
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>Back up. So it was her that made the flames she got engulfed in from before...
>If they're immortal, then it shouldn't be wrong to not stop someone from killing someone else. Though, then it would be like not stopping two people from fighting, and that's still wrong... But our lives would probably be endangered if we stayed here, especially with her being able to make fire. Fire's really dangerous.
> "I-I think we should go Renko. They'll be okay, because they're immortal...I-I think. It would be worse if we stayed and were hurt too, right?"
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>Nope, we ain`t going anywhere until we find out what is this all about, let`s just maintain some distance, if stuff starts getting dangerous then we GTFO
and/or use Koishi`s Pan as a shield..
>Take cover behind anything we can find, a pillar, a wall, a furniture, you name it.
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>Take cover behind anything we can find, a pillar, a wall, a furniture, you name it.
>Except Renko. Don't take cover behind Renko. If anything, we should cover her if it comes to it.
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>Except Renko. Don't take cover behind Renko. If anything, we should cover her if it comes to it.
>So then we take cover behind something or Koishi, while also covering Renko, seems ok to me.
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>Back up. So it was her that made the flames she got engulfed in from before...
>You back up a few feet as realization dawns on you.
>If they're immortal, then it shouldn't be wrong to not stop someone from killing someone else. Though, then it would be like not stopping two people from fighting, and that's still wrong... But our lives would probably be endangered if we stayed here, especially with her being able to make fire. Fire's really dangerous.
>You ponder whether or not you should stop the impending skirmish or not. Stopping it is the right thing to do, yet intervening might risk your life. This is quite a difficult decision to make.
> "I-I think we should go Renko. They'll be okay, because they're immortal...I-I think. It would be worse if we stayed and were hurt too, right?"
>Nope, we ain`t going anywhere until we find out what is this all about, let`s just maintain some distance, if stuff starts getting dangerous then we GTFO and/or use Koishi`s Pan as a shield..
>You were about to tell Renko that the two of you should skedaddle out of here. But you change your mind and decide to stick around for a while. You maintain your current distance, ready to flee if things become hectic.
>Take cover behind anything we can find, a pillar, a wall, a furniture, you name it.
>Except Renko. Don't take cover behind Renko. If anything, we should cover her if it comes to it.
>So then we take cover behind something or Koishi, while also covering Renko, seems ok to me.
>You want to take cover, but there is no cover available in the immediate area.
>Prioritizing Renko's safety before your own, you position yourself in front of Renko so that you could block anything that flies her way.
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> Watch for what Miss Fujiwara will do next.
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>They said something about a house or shack, maybe it's the cause of all of this ?
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> Watch for what Miss Fujiwara will do next.
>Fujiwara kicks down the door in fury, and storms inside, fists cloaked in flames, only for a black-haired girl in a pink shirt and a long, burgundy skirt to slip behind her and begin strangling her with some kind of cable.
>"Oh come on, Mokou. How did you not see this coming?" says the black-haired girl as Fujiwara flails and gasps, trying to hit her, "What? Did you just expect me to sit there, just waiting for you to burn me alive? Besides this would have been a lot easier for me if you had just kindly opened the door... Then my booby-trap would've triggered and killed you a lot quicker... And It would've saved me from having to get my delicate hands dirt-OOF!"
>Fujiwara elbows the girl in the gut and manages to get loose from the cable. She proceeds to smack her in the face with her flaming fist before pouncing on her, causing both to fall out of sight. If you want to observe more, you'd have to peer around the door frame...
>They said something about a house or shack, maybe it's the cause of all of this ?
>They did indeed say something about a house or shack. It may be the cause, but you can't know for sure unless you get more details.
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>"Everyone's saying they kill each other all the time and that they're immortal. Maybe it's okay... We should go visit Mamizou then."
> Except, we have no idea where in this place she is...
> Start exploding exploring Eientei for Mamizou.
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>Run away!
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>"Geez, you two deserve each other, well we can't do much to stop ya."
>GTFO and go the reception, ask if Mamizou is ok now and if we can visit her.
>Say, Kosuzu and Koishi stated there right ?
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>"Everyone's saying they kill each other all the time and that they're immortal. Maybe it's okay... We should go visit Mamizou then."
>"Yeah... I don't really think it will be safe for us if we stuck around..." Renko remarks.
>"Geez, you two deserve each other, well we can't do much to stop ya."
>They don't seem to hear you over the sound of them trying to kill each other.
>Run away!
>You take Renko and start heading away from the door.
> Except, we have no idea where in this place she is...
> Start exploding exploring Eientei for Mamizou.
>GTFO and go the reception, ask if Mamizou is ok now and if we can visit her.
>Well, you would visit her, but you have no idea where they're keeping her...
>However, you realize you could just ask the receptionist for directions.
>Making your way back to the lobby, you ask the receptionist your question.
>"Reisen and Dr. Yagokoro should be done by now. Check room 108. It's down the hall, take a right, and it will be on the left side."
>Say, Kosuzu and Koishi stated there right ?
>Yes, they remained in the lobby when you left, and are still here.
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>"Thank you very much."
>Turn to Kosuzu and Koishi.
>"C`mon guys, let`s visit Mamizou."
>Cast Haste on Miniking and Evil_nazgul0616, making them update stuff faster.
>Take the directions told to us and arrive at 108.
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>"A doctor? That's useful to know do later..."
>Cast Haste on Miniking and Evil_nazgul0616, making them update stuff faster.
//Not updating fast enough? I feel as though if I update as soon as I see the first reply, it won't be as fun/diverse. (Plus using school IPad slows it down a bit...) I could totally just stalk the thread and reply nearly immediately though.
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>"A doctor? That's useful to know do later..."//Not updating fast enough? I feel as though if I update as soon as I see the first reply, it won't be as fun/diverse. (Plus using school IPad slows it down a bit...) I could totally just stalk the thread and reply nearly immediately though.
>Sorry, didn`t think through. Reformulating....... cast Hastega on all the members of Rumia Party Games, and use a Phoenix Down on Stuffman and Silverquest.
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>"Thank you very much."
>"You're welcome."
>Turn to Kosuzu and Koishi.
>"C`mon guys, let`s visit Mamizou."
>They nod in unison.
>"A doctor? That's useful to know do later..."
>"Yeah..." Renko comments.
>Take the directions told to us and arrive at 108.
>You follow the rabbit's instructions and arrive at a door labelled "108".
>Reisen emerges from the door as your arrive, wiping sweat from her brow before noticing you.
>"Oh, it's you. Here to visit her, I take it?" she asks, "Well... You can go on in if you want to see her, but just know that even though we've stabilized her, she's going to remain unconscious for a while..."
>Cast Haste on Miniking and Evil_nazgul0616, making them update stuff faster.
>Well, if I updated the instant I get a reply, this game would get slightly blander, since it wouldn't give other players a chance to respond. Though, of course, some of the delay comes from stuff happening in my life.
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>"Thank you for helping us."
>"Could I pet you? Just to see how it feels?"
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Forget about that, that wasn`t well-planned.
>Enter !
>Take a look around and at Mamizou.
>"Was it serious ? Did the bullet go very deep ?"
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>"Thank you for helping us."
>"Don't mention it." Reisen smiles.
>"Could I pet you? Just to see how it feels?"
>"E-Eh!?!" She reacts in the same way as Tewi, "N-No thank you... No offense, but it's a bit... degrading..."
>Enter !
>You enter the room.
>Take a look around and at Mamizou.
>There are a couple of tables, as well as a large bed in the room. A grey-haired woman in a blue and red outfit is currently cleaning off one of the tables. There is a cart full of surgical equipment nearby.
>Mamizou is lying unconscious on the bed, a mask seems to be giving her oxygen, and a machine is monitoring her vital signs. She's hooked up to an IV bag.
>"Was it serious ? Did the bullet go very deep ?"
>"Hmm?" The woman turns around, "Who might you be?"
>"I'm a friend of Mamizou." says Kosuzu, "These two wanted to see if she was okay too... And well, she's just along for the ride." she gestures towards Koishi.
>"Hello again, Koishi." says the woman, "How is your sister doing?"
>"She's been fine. As in there's been no new accidents in ten years. Well, you kinda already know this. Didn't I see you last month?" Koishi answers.
>"Yes. You have, in fact... Don't you remember?"
>"I only remember what's worth remembering, the rest just floats around..."
>"Uh huh..." The woman turns to you, "Anyway, to answer your question: It wasn't a bullet, but rather, bullets. I counted a total of three wounds. Two of he bullets went straight through, another was lodged in her left scapula. Her lungs have been punctured, but thankfully the bullets missed her heart. One barely missed her aorta by centimeters."
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>"Do you know anyone who would use a gun?"
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>"Do you know anyone who would use a gun?"
>"Unfortunately, I do not. Outside world firearms are very rare in Gensokyo, and it is even rarer to have people with gunshot wounds admitted here." she pauses, "However, we will probably learn who it was soon enough. Considering the nature of her injuries, she is definitely going to have a detailed description of whoever shot her when she wakes up..."
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>"How long will it take for her to awake ?"
>Feed TAMADRA to make her awakening instant.
>"And how much time will she spend here resting ?"
>Turn to Renko
>"Did you hear the gun being fired 3 times ?"
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>"She'll be okay right?"
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>"How long will it take for her to awake ?"
>"It could be anywhere from a few hours to at most a day..."
>Feed TAMADRA to make her awakening instant.
>Feed what???
>This reference is lost on your parser...
>FISSION MAILED.
>"And how much time will she spend here resting ?"
>"Well, once she wakes up, she will have to spend a few days here until I see that she has recovered enough to leave. It's a good thing she's a youkai, and not human, otherwise she'll be staying here much longer."
>"She'll be okay right?"
>"Provided no complications arise, then yes. She will make a full recovery."
>Turn to Renko
>"Did you hear the gun being fired 3 times ?"
>"O-Of course! I was there in the alley with her, remember?" Renko seems a little off again.
>The grey-haired woman looks at Renko, "You were? Then surely you got a good look at the assailant, right?"
>"No... I didn't. It all happened so fast... All I know is some guy ran down the middle of the street and fired a gun into the alley."
>The woman's eyes narrow, "And how far were you from the middle of street when it happened?"
>"I don't know... We were in the middle of the alley... So like... 10-14 meters I guess... Why does that matter?"
>The woman frowns, "No reason." she looks at Reisen, "Udongein. I need you to deliver a message to the Hakur-"
>At that moment a rabbit comes through the doorframe behind you. "Dr. Yagokoro, the Hakurei Shrine Maiden is in the lobby asking for you."
>"-nevermind, Udongein. I'll deliver the message myself." she says, before leaving the room, eyeing Renko suspiciously as she passes.
>Kosuzu walks up to Mamizou's bedside, and examines her.
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>Renko told us not to worry. Things should still be okay when we meet with Reimu...
>"Um, well Renko, Mamizou should be okay... S-Should we go meet up with Reimu?"
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>Where is Phoenix Wright or Prof. Layton when you need them ? Geez
>TAMA! (http://www.puzzledragonx.com/en/monster.asp?n=797)
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>WAlk up behind Kosuzu and give her a hug.
>"Its okay, girl, everything will be alright."
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>Renko told us not to worry. Things should still be okay when we meet with Reimu...
>Hopefully, everything will still be fine once you meet back up with Reimu.
>"Um, well Renko, Mamizou should be okay... S-Should we go meet up with Reimu?"
>"Sure. Why not?" Renko replies.
>Where is Phoenix Wright or Prof. Layton when you need them ? Geez
>You feel that a real investigator is desperately needed right now.
>WAlk up behind Kosuzu and give her a hug.
>"Its okay, girl, everything will be alright."
>You walk up behind Kosuzu and hug her.
>"Yeah... I guess so... she did tell us Mamizou will be okay..." Kosuzu pauses, "It's just a bit... unnerving to see her like this..."
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> "At least she'll be okay when she recovers. It could've been worse, but thankfully it wasn't."
> Follow Yagokoro.
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> "At least she'll be okay when she recovers. It could've been worse, but thankfully it wasn't."
>"Yeah..."
> Follow Yagokoro.
>Taking Renko, you leave Kosuzu and follow Yagokoro. Koishi seems to be loafing around and does not follow you.
>You eventually return to the lobby, where you see the doctor with Reimu. The two already seem to have started talking.
>"...here to see if Mamizou is alright. Then I'll be on my way to find a couple of outsiders that I'm supposed to meet up with." says Reimu.
>"Mamizou is fine. And I think your outsiders are already here. They came by with Koishi and a friend of Mamizou to visit her. They didn't look like they belonged in Gensokyo..." the grey-haired woman notices the two of you, "Actually, here they are now..." her eyes narrow as she glances at Renko.
>"Great. That makes my job a lot simpler. I'll take them off your hands."
>"Well, before you do that, I have something I wish to tell you. I assume you're investigating the attack, correct?"
>"Of course I am! What kind of person do you take me for? Someone was attacked in the Human Village. Youkai or not, I can't just leave that alone! Anyway, I'm assuming you have some information that may help?"
>"Perhaps..." Eirin quickly glances at Renko once more, "Do you think we can discuss this in private?"
>Reimu rolls her eyes, "Fine. But make it quick." she looks at you and Renko, "I'll be with you in a moment."
>Yagokoro leads Reimu away down a nearby hall.
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>"Renko, I think something bad is going to happen. Every time we've tried to shrug something off and hope it'd be okay, it wasn't. The one-in-a-million chance of something like that shooting. Not being able to get here quickly. U-Us causing trouble for others... Everybody thinks that you look familiar, and she's been giving you looks since we met her. Not to mention she's telling Reimu something she apparently can't tell us. All of this and...whatever you're keeping from me, i-it just spells disaster!"
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>So she suspects Renko... there must be a reason as to why.... i wonder if it has to do with the distance the assailant shot Mamizou. But if she does accuse Renko, where is her motive ? She didn't even know Mamizou before...
>"Renko you're making me worried again...."
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>"Renko, I think something bad is going to happen. Every time we've tried to shrug something off and hope it'd be okay, it wasn't. The one-in-a-million chance of something like that shooting. Not being able to get here quickly. U-Us causing trouble for others... Everybody thinks that you look familiar, and she's been giving you looks since we met her. Not to mention she's telling Reimu something she apparently can't tell us. All of this and...whatever you're keeping from me, i-it just spells disaster!"
>"W-Well... Maybe things will still be okay...?" Renko replies, "I mean... n-not everything can turn out bad for us... R-Right?"
>So she suspects Renko... there must be a reason as to why.... i wonder if it has to do with the distance the assailant shot Mamizou. But if she does accuse Renko, where is her motive ? She didn't even know Mamizou before...
>You conclude that Yagokoro suspects Renko to be the culprit. But at least Renko seems to have a solid defense if, gods forbid, she is accused...
>"Renko you're making me worried again...."
>"I'm sorry... I-I didn't mean to make you worry..."
>A minute passes, before Yagokoro and Reimu return to the lobby. Reimu is eyeing Renko curiously.
>"Good luck with your investigation." says the grey-haired woman.
>"Thanks, Eirin." Reimu replies before walking over to you.
>"Alright, you two. Come with me. We're heading back to the shrine."
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>"Okay then."
>Tag along Reimu.
>"Oh, Miss Reimu, do you know about these two immortal woman who keep killing each other here ? They started another fight and i'd like to know what motivated their conflicts."
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>"Um, why are we going back? I-I thought it was okay for us to explore. A-Anyways, did you find out who did this?"
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>"Okay then."
>Tag along Reimu.
>You follow Reimu out of Eientei
>"Oh, Miss Reimu, do you know about these two immortal woman who keep killing each other here ? They started another fight and i'd like to know what motivated their conflicts."
>"You mean Kaguya and Mokou?" Reimu replies, "Yeah, I know about them. They have some kind of grudge between them that's been going on for more than a thousand years or something. They kill each other very often, it happens so much that you learn to not to worry about it..."
>"Um, why are we going back? I-I thought it was okay for us to explore. A-Anyways, did you find out who did this?"
>"Well, I want to check on something, and grab something to eat while I'm at it. Then we can explore. As for the investigations, I haven't found the culprit yet, but I do have a lead."
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> "A lead? What is it?"
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> "A lead? What is it?"
>"Well, let's just say Eirin provided me with some information that might narrow down the lists of possible culprits and leave it at that..." Reimu replies as you walk through the forest.
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>"Oh, that's good to hear..."
>"Also Reimu, you might want to watch your step."
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>"Oh, that's good to hear..."
>"Also Reimu, you might want to watch your step."
>Reimu looks down, "Huh?! Why?"
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>"Someone dug holes at the path going to Eientei, Kosuzu fell in one a while ago, i'd say just fly but that leaves us as a problem."
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>"Someone dug holes at the path going to Eientei, Kosuzu fell in one a while ago, i'd say just fly but that leaves us as a problem."
>"Rabbits being pranksters again I assume. Don't worry, I'll be careful."
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>"There's this shopkeeper near the forest of magic, right? Kosuzu mentioned that he had a shotgun. Could he be related to this?"
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>"There's this shopkeeper near the forest of magic, right? Kosuzu mentioned that he had a shotgun. Could he be related to this?"
>"I already talked to him. It was definitely not him. He's not the type to start a fight, let alone shoot someone out of the blue. On top of that, I also described the injuries to him, and he said that they don't sound like a injury that his 'shotgun' thing he has can inflict... He did tell me that these kind of weapons usually leave behind some kind of casing when they're fired. So I went back to the alleyway and found this." she reaches into her sleeve and takes out a bullet casing, "I showed it to him, and he said that it's the casing of a '9 millimeter round' or something... He told me that the weapon I'm looking for is likely something that's small and can fit in one hand."
>You pass the scorched fork in the road as she says this.
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>"You don't know what those things are? Have you ever been to the outside world Reimu?"
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>"He means for you to search for a Handgun, just look for something made of metal with a barrel, a trigger and a handle that` s small, pretty simple. But wouldn` t a gun like that be extremely rare to find ? Is there someplace here that might have something like that ?"
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>"He means for you to search for a Handgun, just look for something made of metal with a barrel, a trigger and a handle that` s small, pretty simple. But wouldn` t a gun like that be extremely rare to find ? Is there someplace here that might have something like that ?"
>"Nope. Usually the Kourindou is the only place that would carry an oddity like that, but the shopkeeper already said he wasn't involved, nor did he sell any outside world weapons to anyone recently."
>"You don't know what those things are? Have you ever been to the outside world Reimu?"
>"I've only been there once, and even then it was only briefly." Reimu began, "You see, about nine years ago, a person from the outside world came to Gensokyo. She was using these artifacts called Occult Balls to cause an incident. Mamizou actually came up with a plan to trap her in Gensokyo so we could teach her a lesson, but I think it worked a little too well... You see, a few hours after she was brought inside, she used the Occult Balls to temporarily escape to the outside world. However, I had to follow her, not because she was evading her punishment, but because one of the Occult Balls she had was not like the others, and I was concerned about what would happen if she activated it... Anyway, when I finally found her, she was terrified, and apparently thought she was going to die. So what she did was activate the Occult Balls and attempted to commit suicide, hoping to destroy the barrier along with her, an act that would threaten Gensokyo's entire existence. She almost succeeded, but thankfully I was able to knock her out and take her into custody before the ritual was complete... Unfortunately, the energy was enough to activate the strange Occult Ball, which ended up causing another incident... But that's another story."
>You have just crossed the edge of the Bamboo Forest.
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>"Whoa, t-that's a lot from just one person, human or not."
>Look around.
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> "...Also where is this girl today?"
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>"Whoa, t-that's a lot from just one person, human or not."
>"She was a rather unique outsider too. She had magic, as well as the ability to fly..."
>Look around.
>You are on the road, approaching the woods at the bottom of the hill the Hakurei Shrine is located on. Nothing of interest seems to be happening nearby. Renko still seems a little off.
> "...Also where is this girl today?"
>"I'm not sure. She disappeared two years after that... I don't really know the details, but supposedly Mamizou was with her."
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>"Mamizou did seem to want to tell us something in the alley after the shooting...And I wanted to thank her too..."
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>"....And also, what was this girls name? If you remember?"
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>What would it take for one of us to get a handgun in the outside world ? Would it be easy ?
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>"Mamizou did seem to want to tell us something in the alley after the shooting...And I wanted to thank her too..."
>"Well, I guess you can hear what she has to say once she wakes up..."
>"....And also, what was this girls name? If you remember?"
>"I actually don't remember her name... It started with an 'S' I think..."
>What would it take for one of us to get a handgun in the outside world ? Would it be easy ?
>It would be very hard for one of you to get a handgun in the outside world, unless you moved out of Japan. Japan's gun control laws are among the strictest in the world, and owning most types, including a handgun, is illegal. Gun-related homicides in Japan tend to become national news stories because they are so rare.
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>"We're back with Reimu now, so things should be okay, right Renko?"
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>"We're back with Reimu now, so things should be okay, right Renko?"
>"Yeah, I guess so..."
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>"We're already here ? Time sure passes quickly."
>Keep going.
>"I wonder when this powerful youkai will meet us."
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>"I hope it's a better encounter than we've been having so far..."
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>"We're already here ? Time sure passes quickly."
>Keep going.
>"I wonder when this powerful youkai will meet us."
>"She'll probably meet you when she feels like revealing herself to you..." says Reimu, "And unfortunately, knowing her, there's no telling when that would happen..."
>"I hope it's a better encounter than we've been having so far..."
>"I hope so too..." Renko remarks.
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>Turn around and look around, just in case.
>"Did you battle her, Reimu ? You too seem to have a sort of relationship, even if a bit odd."
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>"Renko, do you feel comfortable sharing what Koishi told you now?"
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>Turn around and look around, just in case.
>You look behind you.
>Nothing has changed other than a small group of fairies flying through the air, they seem to be flying away from some grey clouds on the horizon.
>"Did you battle her, Reimu ? You too seem to have a sort of relationship, even if a bit odd."
>"We have fought a few times in the past..." says Reimu, "In fact, the first time I met her was after the Delayed Spring Incident, I fought her because she was at least partially responsible for the incident, being friends with the main culprit and all... After that, well... I guess 'odd' would be a good word to describe our relationship... She's been intruding on my life periodically ever since... Sometimes I wonder if she was like that with my ancestors too..."
>"Renko, do you feel comfortable sharing what Koishi told you now?"
>"Merry, I'm fine... Please... Don't worry about it..." Renko replies.
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>"I can't stand being completely left out of everything anymore Renko, especially in the situation we're in. What's so 'fine' that you can't tell me? And why does everyone think they know you? W-Why am I the only one who feels like they don't know you? I don't understand how I'm supposed to be carefree, while you deal with everything alone."
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>"I can't stand being completely left out of everything anymore Renko, especially in the situation we're in. What's so 'fine' that you can't tell me? And why does everyone think they know you? W-Why am I the only one who feels like they don't know you? I don't understand how I'm supposed to be carefree, while you deal with everything alone."
>Renko seems surprised by your sudden outburst. Reimu seems to have been caught off-guard as well, as she is now eyeing the two of you curiously.
>Renko looks at her feet, "Look... I have no idea why people think I look familiar... and I'm sorry that I'm making you feel like that... "
>"If it makes you feel any better, I never thought she looked familiar when I met you two..." Reimu remarks, before looking at the approaching grey clouds in the sky, "Great... The last thing I need today is rain..." she mutters.
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>Examine the clouds. Does it look like a small drizzle, or more?
>Pick up the pace.
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>"Rain isn't that bad, it could be snowing i mean, do you have an umbrella ?"
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>Examine the clouds. Does it look like a small drizzle, or more?
>You look at the clouds.
>They are grey clouds gradually moving in your direction, they look like they might bring light to moderate rain, but then again, they might still be developing...
>Pick up the pace.
>You all begin to walk a little faster, and you enter the woods. It shouldn't be long until you reach the shrine steps.
>"Rain isn't that bad, it could be snowing i mean, do you have an umbrella ?"
>"No, I don't." Reimu replies.
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>Look around the forest. Anything of interest?
>Examine Renko.
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>Look around the forest. Anything of interest?
>Other than the occasional glimpse of a fairy through the trees, there is nothing of interest here...
>Examine Renko.
>Renko looks the same as always, though she still seems a little off. Her own satchel is slung over her, away from you. You notice her slip her hand inside, as if to check for something, before withdrawing it.
>The three of you are now at the bottom of the shrine steps and begin the long ascent.
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Olay, now i'm really fearful...
>Do we know what did she bring along ?
>"Renko, do you have anything thar we can donate to Reimu ? She really seems like she could use and deserves one."
>Miniking-Maribel, comfort me please, i'm scared because i'm thinking about what if Renko really is the assailant ! Help !
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>"Um... sorry about all of that Renko. A lot has happened already today and I'm just feeling-... Well... I won't bother you about it anymore. I hope you didn't take that to heart... S-Sorry if you did..."
//Don't worry, Renko likely isn't the gunner. For one, she helped Mamizou with us after the shooting and two; she would probably be trying to avoid Reimu here.
And it can't be Yumemi from the last quest either. Her aim is terrible.
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>Do we know what did she bring along ?
>You do not. But it can't be different from usual, can it?
>"Renko, do you have anything thar we can donate to Reimu ? She really seems like she could use and deserves one."
>Reimu seems to stumble slightly when you say this.
>"I think I may have a little bit of money on me..." says Renko, "But I'm not sure if our currency has any value here..."
>"Um... sorry about all of that Renko. A lot has happened already today and I'm just feeling-... Well... I won't bother you about it anymore. I hope you didn't take that to heart... S-Sorry if you did..."
>"It's fine." Renko gives you a small smile.
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>"So I rushed you to be ready when I wasn't..."
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>"So I rushed you to be ready when I wasn't..."
>"Yeah... I guess you did..."
>The three of your reach the top of the steps and pass underneath the large torii. You will be at the shrine itself soon.
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> "Hey Reimu, does Gensokyo use the same kind of money we do?"
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>Show her some of our money so she knows what it looks like.
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> "Hey Reimu, does Gensokyo use the same kind of money we do?"
>"Yeah, outside world yen is accepted here. Gensokyo has been using it more and more ever since the Moriya Shrine showed up, mainly because that's the only currency they brought with them. Anyway, it's used just as much as the traditional mon, now. However, mon is still worth more."
>Show her some of our money so she knows what it looks like.
>You did not bring any money with you.
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>"Sorry I didn't bring any money to donate, Reimu. Thank you for helping us around Gensokyo though."
>"Since they're from the outside world, do you think they could have been involved with the whole gun thing?"
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>"Sorry I didn't bring any money to donate, Reimu. Thank you for helping us around Gensokyo though."
>"Yeah yeah..." Reimu replies, "You're welcome..."
>"Since they're from the outside world, do you think they could have been involved with the whole gun thing?"
>"Nah. It can't be them. Even though the Moriya Shrine has caused their fair share of incidents, they would never intentionally do something that might make them lose faith..."
>The three of you reach the shrine and Reimu directs you inside, stopping in front of a kotatsu. "I'm going to make myself something to eat, so just stay here and make yourselves comfortable or something..." Reimu says before moving over to a small, adjoining room.
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>
Pet Renko
>Pet Reimu
>Pet Miniking
>Pet Parser
>Now Maribel is very tired...
>"Sooooo, what do we do for now ?"
>What games do we have at our cellphone ?
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>Have we addressed whether we're taller than Renko yet? And what about chest size?
>Check phone.
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>Pet Renko
>Renko makes cute noises as you do so.
>Pet Reimu
>"No."
>Pet Miniking
>Who is this Miniking you speak of?
>Pet Parser
>CRITICAL PET! BUT YOU STILL HAVEN'T PET ENOUGH! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4wptBuM6zs)
>Now Maribel is very tired...
>*sarcastic clapping* You certainly gained a lot out of that petting, didn't you?
>"Sooooo, what do we do for now ?"
>Renko takes her own lunch out of her satchel.
>"Well, since Reimu's eating, I guess now's a good time to eat our own lunch I guess..."
>What games do we have at our cellphone ?
>You have a rage-inducing game that you were fortunate enough to download before it was taken off the appstore. You also have Tetris, as well as some generic "time-killing" games.
>Have we addressed whether we're taller than Renko yet? And what about chest size?
>You are a little taller than Renko, you have a larger chest than her as well.
>Check phone.
>You check your phone.
>You have no missed calls nor text messaged. But that is to be expected, considering where you are.
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>Is it plain old Tetris or TETRIS THE GRANDMASTER EDITION MLG 420 PLACE IT one ?
>Take out our own lunch and nom on it.
>Nom nom nom.
>Look around to see if there are any lunch thiefs around.
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>"Oh, right."
>Feed Renko.
>No seriously. Where's Wod when you need him. How do I do totally-in-context shipping without support?
>Awkward silence because we have no good conversation ideas. Especially after what's happened today.
>Try to call Renko on the phone, just to see if that's working. Koishi said her sister and a few others had phones.
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>Is it plain old Tetris or TETRIS THE GRANDMASTER EDITION MLG 420 PLACE IT one ?
>Yes.
>"Oh, right."
>Take out our own lunch and nom on it.
>Nom nom nom.
>Look around to see if there are any lunch thiefs around.
>You take out your lunch and begin eating it, looking around to make sure nobody tries to steal your food. Though it's not like anybody would, considering you, Renko, and Reimu are the only ones here.
>Feed Renko.
>"Merry? What are you - mmmph!" you forcibly stuff some food into Renko's mouth.
>No seriously. Where's Wod when you need him. How do I do totally-in-context shipping without support?
>Ah, Wod, why did you have to abandon us at the finale of the last quest... Now we need to spam him with PMs asking why.
>No, don't actually do that... That would be mean and annoying.
>Though you could if you want to, but that is entirely your decision and-
>What am I saying!?! I should probably shut up now...
>Awkward silence because we have no good conversation ideas. Especially after what's happened today.
>The two of you sit in awkward silence, eating. After a while, Reimu comes in with her lunch and joins the two of you at the Kotatsu.
>Try to call Renko on the phone, just to see if that's working. Koishi said her sister and a few others had phones.
>You take out your phone and try to call Renko.
>Your phone doesn't seem to have any service. If Gensokyo does indeed have phones, then Gensokyo's service provider probably doesn't support outside world phones.
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>The goal of Tetris is obviously to see how many times you can spin a block in and out of place before it places itself~
>Worth a try...
>"At least we got in before it started raining..."
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>The goal of Tetris is obviously to see how many times you can spin a block in and out of place before it places itself~
>GENIUS!
>Worth a try...
>At least you know for sure that your phone won't work here now...
>"At least we got in before it started raining..."
>"Yeah. I didn't bring any umbrellas with me either." Renko says between bites.
>"I'm glad we made it too. I don't like having to sit in my shrine soaking wet..." Reimu comments.
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>"And I didn't bring any spare clothes either. Ahaha~"
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>"And I didn't bring any spare clothes either. Ahaha~"
>Everyone else chuckles a little before continuing to eat.
>Reimu and Renko finish before you. As Reimu finishes, she gets up and beckons Renko over, "Hey, mind if I talk to you for a second, alone?"
>"O-oh... Sure..." Renko replies, a little surprised.
>"It will only be for a couple of minutes." Reimu says to you, "I hope you don't mind."
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>"... Uh-......I...I-I would like to come too..."
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>"... Uh-......I...I-I would like to come too..."
>"Look, I know you probably want to come with her, but I would like this conversation to be private. I'm sorry but that's how it has to be. Now you," she looks at Renko "come with me."
>Renko hesitates for a bit, but follows Reimu.
>Reimu leads Renko through the shrine doors.
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>There's no way this can be good news...
>Try not to cry at the fact that our closest and only friend is having to go through all of this alone, mostly because of us.
>And we can't even help...
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>Sigh.
>There's nothing we can really do at this point but wait.
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>There's no way this can be good news...
>You have a bad feeling that nothing good is going to come of this.
>Try not to cry at the fact that our closest and only friend is having to go through all of this alone, mostly because of us.
>And we can't even help...
>You hold in your tears the best you can. Why is this happening? How did this happen? You just don't know. But you have feeling that you're somehow to blame, and that just makes you feel horrible.
>Sigh.
>There's nothing we can really do at this point but wait.
>You let out a sigh.
>Yup, waiting seems to be the only option.
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>Continue eating our food...
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And take it a bit more easy.
>Get your spirits up ! We can`t stay like this, we must wish with all our heart for everything to go well !
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>Continue eating our food...
>You continue eating.
>And take it a bit more easy.
>You turn into a Yukkuri.
>Get your spirits up ! We can`t stay like this, we must wish with all our heart for everything to go well !
>You hope with all your heart that everything will go well, and it gets your spirits up a little...
>But that feeling quickly ends when you hear a loud bang noise, identical to the three you heard in the human village earlier, from outside.
>Your heart skips a beat.
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> Check on Renko now! They're okay right? Reimu was with her. S-She said we'd be fine if we were with her.
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>Why all this ? Why ? All we wanted was to explore this new world, yet....
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>Try not to panic.
>Run to where Renko and Reimu went as fast as you can!
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>Try not to panic.
>You manage to keep yourself calm, despite the fear welling in you.
>Why all this ? Why ? All we wanted was to explore this new world, yet....
>Why is everything going downhill today? Today was supposed to be a fun day! The unfairness is frustrating.
> Check on Renko now! They're okay right? Reimu was with her. S-She said we'd be fine if we were with her.
>Run to where Renko and Reimu went as fast as you can!
>You immediately rush out of the shrine doors and are faced with a shocking sight!
>Renko and Reimu are standing on the shrine path. Renko is trembling. In her hands is a handgun, aimed directly at Reimu, who currently has a square, glowing barrier up in front of her. The two seem to be staring at each other, and you notice a mix of surprise and anger in Reimu's eyes.
>Suddenly, Reimu's eyes widen, and her barrier cracks apart. She touches her chest, and notices fresh blood on her fingers. She murmurs something, which you can't make out at this distance, before she collapses...
>You barely notice it, but you swear you see Gensokyo's barrier flicker for a second.
>Raindrops begin to fall...
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> "R-...Renko?"
> This can't be happening. There's no way Renko could've been the shooter. She wouldn't do this. Not to Mamizou or Reimu. This isn't happening.
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>Tackle Renko and throw the Handgun as far as possible if we do it right.
>"WHY ? WHY DID YOU DO THIS ? I trusted you.......... you were my best friend..... Why ......?"
Ouch, the pain in my heart........
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> "R-...Renko?"
>Renko immediately aims the gun in the direction of your voice, before realizing it's you.
>As soon as she notices that it's you, she drops the gun is surprise, and it lands on the stone path with a clatter.
>"M-MERRY!?! Y-You weren't s-supposed to..." she takes a few steps back, before immediately turning and running away.
> This can't be happening. There's no way Renko could've been the shooter. She wouldn't do this. Not to Mamizou or Reimu. This isn't happening.
>You try to deny with all your heart that this isn't happening... Why the hell would Renko, of all people, do such a horrible thing!?!
>Tackle Renko and throw the Handgun as far as possible if we do it right.
>You quickly start to pursue Renko, but Renko already has a headstart on you, and she's a little faster than you, too. You probably won't be able to catch her, but that doesn't stop you from trying.
>You suddenly find yourself stopping in your tracks when Gensokyo's barrier begins noticeably flashing and flickering, you even see some tiny cracks forming in some areas. You are right next to Reimu now, a pool of blood is forming below her.
>"WHY ? WHY DID YOU DO THIS ? I trusted you.......... you were my best friend..... Why ......?"
>With no hope of catching up to Renko, you instead shout at her.
>Renko seems to freeze up for a second at your words, before continuing to run, descending the shrine steps and moving out of sight.
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Let's look at the situation here.
Reimu just got shot and might be dead, the barrier's breaking apart, and it looks like our best friend is responsible for both these acts AND shooting Mamizou.
>Do the only thing we really can do at this point.
>Specifically, panic/have a nervous breakdown.
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>Curses ! I can`t understand... why ?
>Get your head working, Maribel !
>Aid Reimu, try to see if she can say something, she`s the lynchpin on this land.
>Look around, there must be something we can use, something to bandage or to stop the blood, anything !
>Shout for help if we can, we need assistance.
>Renko dropped the gun, so pick that up and put it on our satchel, that must go on the hands of someone trustworthy.
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>Forget the gun, we need to help Reimu asap.
>"R-Reimu!"
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>Do the only thing we really can do at this point.
>Specifically, panic/have a nervous breakdown.
>You begin freaking out.
>Curses ! I can`t understand... why ?
>Get your head working, Maribel !
>You just can't get your head around why Renko would do such a thing.
>But you manage to get control of yourself an stop your nervous breakdown.
>Renko dropped the gun, so pick that up and put it on our satchel, that must go on the hands of someone trustworthy.
>Forget the gun, we need to help Reimu asap.
>You consider taking Renko's gun, but helping Reimu takes priority
>Aid Reimu, try to see if she can say something, she`s the lynchpin on this land.
>"R-Reimu!"
>You roll Reimu over, blood is streaming rapidly out of a bullet hole in her chest. You call to her in vain, but she does not respond. Her breathing is shallow, and her pulse is weak, you think it's getting weaker by the second.
>You put pressure on the wound, hoping to staunch to flow of blood, but it's having little effect!
>You also guess that the condition of the barrier, which seems to be worsening, is tied to Reimu in some way...
>Look around, there must be something we can use, something to bandage or to stop the blood, anything !
>The only things in the immediate area that you may be able to use for a bandage are your and Reimu's clothing.
>Shout for help if we can, we need assistance.
>You call for help, hoping that someone will hear you...
>"Oh my...!" A voice says behind you, and suddenly a woman with long, blonde hair, wearing a white hat with a red ribbon, and a purple dress runs to your and Reimu's side. "What happened?! Wait. Don't answer that yet. We don't have much time..." She waves her hand, and Reimu seems to glow for a second, "Move out of the way."
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>Move.
>"W-What are you going to do?"
>That barrier is important too. We can close tears in boundaries right? Try it on the cracks forming on the barrier.
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>"And who are you, miss ?"
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>Move.
>You move out of the way, and the woman picks the still-bleeding Reimu up and slings her over her shoulders.
>"W-What are you going to do?"
>"Why, I'm taking her to Eientei, of course."
>That barrier is important too. We can close tears in boundaries right? Try it on the cracks forming on the barrier.
>You focus on the barrier and start attempting to mend the cracks, but the woman grabs your arm and stops you.
>"That won't be necessary, Maribel... Once Reimu is safe, the barrier will heal itself in time. Besides, I highly doubt you're strong enough to be able to repair it effectively..."
>"And who are you, miss ?"
>"I'll tell you later, right now, there are more pressing concerns."
>Suddenly, a strange hole opens up beneath both of you and you find yourself falling into a purple void full of eyes, and within seconds you're on the floor in what appears to be the inside of Eientei. Yagokoro happens to be nearby.
>"What are you doing- Oh my! What happened!?!" she exclaims.
>"There's no time to explain. Now I assume you know what to do?"
>Yagokoro frowns, "Of course I do... Anyway, set her down. I'll operate right away." she moves over to a nearby door, "Will somebody get Udongein in here?! There's been an emergency!"
>The blonde woman sets Reimu down on a nearby bed.
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>"C-Can I do anything to help? A-Anything at all?"
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>Find a place to sit down, and start to reflect how did stuff end up like this.
>We should have checked her Satchel, everyone was suspicious of her, if we had done that, everything would have been better...
>"WHY DID SHE DO THAT ? Why...? What was her motive ....?"
>Did we get the gun ? We shouldn`t leave that lying at Reimu`s Shrine, what if Renko goes back and grabs it again ?
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>"C-Can I do anything to help? A-Anything at all?"
>"I'm afraid not. You've done all you can, Maribel. Though, if you can provide some details on who the assailant was, it might be helpful and... Wait, didn't you come here with a friend? What happened to her?"
>Find a place to sit down, and start to reflect how did stuff end up like this.
>You pick yourself off the floor and sit on a nearby chair.
>You began to reflect on today's events.
>Renko seemed perfectly normal at the start of your adventure, though you did notice she was a little uneasy when you were first at the Hakurei Shrine, but she told you it was just nervousness. Then the whole thing with Mamizou happened, and you knew something was up with her, but she kept telling you not to worry about it. And then there's whatever Koishi said to her... Was she a witness, perhaps? Did she possibly know about what Renko did this whole time? You don't know...
>Anyway what's done is done... You can't believe things ended up like this...
>We should have checked her Satchel, everyone was suspicious of her, if we had done that, everything would have been better...
>Your heart sinks as you realize that if you checked her satchel, a lot of things could have been avoided... Maybe you could've had a chance to talk to her... to ask her why...
>"WHY DID SHE DO THAT ? Why...? What was her motive ....?"
>You ask yourself questions out loud. You still can't believe she would...
>The blonde woman looks at you as you say this and then seems to realize something.
>"So it was her that did it..." she pulls a fan out of nowhere and unfolds it, "Hmph... Perhaps it would've been better to only let you come here alone... As I had always planned..."
>Did we get the gun ? We shouldn`t leave that lying at Reimu`s Shrine, what if Renko goes back and grabs it again ?
>You did not. You begin to wonder about the horrors Renko, or someone else could inflict if they were to reclaim it.
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>"But I just wanted to come here for so long, and with Renko. I-...What do I do? S-She's my best friend."
>"T-The gun. Renko left the gun at the shrine. We can't let anyone use that again..."
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>"But I just wanted to come here for so long, and with Renko. I-...What do I do? S-She's my best friend."
>"You don't have to do anything. I will handle it."
>"T-The gun. Renko left the gun at the shrine. We can't let anyone use that again..."
>"You're right. Wait here."
>Another weird hole opens up near the blonde woman, now that it's not directly below you, you can get a good look at it. Its appearance seems similar to your boundary tears, however, the edges are perfectly smooth, not torn and jagged, furthermore, there appears to be a violet void full of eyes on the other end, and the hole seems to be secured by two ribbons.
>She steps through, and returns seconds later with the gun in her hands. She then opens a smaller hole as the first one closes, and she drops the gun into it.
>Yagokoro returns with a table full of operating equipment, Reisen is following her closely. "Sorry, but I must ask the two of you to leave... We need space to work."
>"Of course," says the blonde woman, "Come, Maribel. Let the Lunarian do her work..." she beckons you to follow her out of the room.
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>Follow her.
>"Renko..."
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>".....are you that powerful and odd youkai Reimu told me about that wanted to meet us ? And how do you know my name ?"
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>Follow her.
>You follow her out of the room.
>"Renko..."
>You still can't believe she did that...
>".....are you that powerful and odd youkai Reimu told me about that wanted to meet us ? And how do you know my name ?"
>"Indeed I am." she replies, "My name is Yukari Yakumo, and I've been waiting to meet you for a long time... It's a pity that our first meeting couldn't have been under... better circumstances... I honestly didn't anticipate your friend to end up becoming a threat to Gensokyo..." she opens her fan, "Not to worry, though. She will be dealt with soon enough."
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>"D-Dealt with?"
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>"You're not going to kill her, are you!? S-She must have a reason for this."
>Wait, she dropped her gun. She could be killed out there!
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>"And why were you waiting for me ? Is it about my powers ? What do you know of them ?"
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>"D-Dealt with?"
>"You're not going to kill her, are you!? S-She must have a reason for this."
>"Kill her? Oh, heavens no. She's going to be captured, then there will be a meeting to decide her fate. She'll only be killed if it is decided that that would be the appropriate punishment. Well, that's assuming she isn't eaten by a youkai before she's found..."
>Wait, she dropped her gun. She could be killed out there!
>You realize that Renko is wandering around, alone, with no way of defending herself. You begin to worry a little.
>"And why were you waiting for me ? Is it about my powers ? What do you know of them ?"
>"Why yes... I suppose that's part of the reason... I mean, surely you've noticed, from what you've observed of my talents so far, that some things are a little.... familiar...?"
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"EATEN?"
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>"Yea. You can make those tears too, but yours are finer, and there's eyes in wherever it goes..."
>Renko attempted murder twice. And Reimu is important to Gensokyo. The punishment won't be lenient at all... And if she isn't caught, she might be killed. Even worse, is if anyone else finds out what she's done.
>Try not to visualize Renko being killed.
>Also, how does Yukari compare to us, physically...
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>"Wait, would that mean i`m in a sense related to you ? Or that i can do the same things as you with time ?"
>Although we know that Renko risked killing two lives, we do not know if she was the instigator at all, even though all this was caused by her, there is much we don`t know currently.
> Trap Yukari between her on border of mind and body.
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"EATEN?"
>"Why, of course. Since you and your friend are from the outside world, you are therefore not protected by the Spellcard Laws. Either of you are fair-game for human-eating youkai..."
>"Yea. You can make those tears too, but yours are finer, and there's eyes in wherever it goes..."
>"Wait, would that mean i`m in a sense related to you ? Or that i can do the same things as you with time ?"
>"Well, they aren't tears. They're gaps. Tears are crude and unstable. Gaps are much less risky to use. In fact, I'm surprised you managed to cross the barrier using a tear, rather than a gap..." Yukari replies, "Anyway, yes, you will be able to do everything I am capable of in time... Our abilities are identical, after all..."
>Although we know that Renko risked killing two lives, we do not know if she was the instigator at all, even though all this was caused by her, there is much we don`t know currently.
>Perhaps Renko wasn't entirely at fault for this? No... There must be a reason... Perhaps someone behind the scenes? You just don't know.
>Renko attempted murder twice. And Reimu is important to Gensokyo. The punishment won't be lenient at all... And if she isn't caught, she might be killed. Even worse, is if anyone else finds out what she's done.
>But then again, Renko did commit a heinous crime not once, but twice. Her punishment is definitely going to be severe...
>On top of that, there's the ever present risk that she might be killed before she's apprehended, or lynched by those who, gods forbid, find out about Renko's actions.
>Try not to visualize Renko being killed.
>You do your best to prevent such a horrible vision from entering your mind.
>Also, how does Yukari compare to us, physically...
>She is taller and a little more bustier than you. Her hair is a similar, but not identical, shade of blonde to your own.
> Trap Yukari between her on border of mind and body.
>"Foolish girl, did you really think that would work on me? No... You would never think that... It's not you who's doing all the thinking is it?"
>"Ah yes, I see now. You're not thinking for yourself at all... Someone... No... They are controlling your every action... Here, let me fix that..."
>Miniking, Starlighthawk, Old guy, and AzyWng are suddenly dropped into a gap. Trapped in an eye-filled void and unable to interact with the story anymore.
>FOURTH WALL END!
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>"Foolish girl, did you really think that would work on me? No... You would never think that... It's not you who's doing all the thinking is it?"
>"Ah yes, I see now. You're not thinking for yourself at all... Someone... No... They are controlling your every action... Here, let me fix that..."
>Miniking, Starlighthawk, Old guy, and AzyWing are suddenly dropped into a gap. Trapped in an eye-filled void and unable to interact with the story anymore.
>FOURTH WALL END!
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>Miniking, Starlighthawk, Old guy, and AzyWing are suddenly dropped into a gap. Trapped in an eye-filled void and unable to interact with the story anymore.
>Miniking, Starlighthawk, Old guy, and AzyWing
>AzyWing
>Wing
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I'd like you to take a closer look at my username. I didn't leave the "i" out, I didn't think of adding the "i" in the first place. It's wasn't intended to be related to wings at all.
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> "Wait? What was that about the Spellcard Laws?"
> What kind of clothing is Yukari wearing and is it similar to something we would wear?
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>Indirectly get others to rescue us because if I'm gone, Daiyousei quest can't continue.
>Yukari is obviously our real mom. Explains how we have these powers, why she would've wanted us to come alone , and who the heck Lafcadio Hearn is.
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>"If Renko ends up having to stay here as punishment, then I have to stay too. There's no way I'm leaving her, even after that... C-Can you teach me how to defend myself here?"
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I'd like you to take a closer look at my username. I didn't leave the "i" out, I didn't think of adding the "i" in the first place. It's wasn't intended to be related to wings at all.
Fix'd. Sorry about that, lol :P
> "Wait? What was that about the Spellcard Laws?"
>"Oh, did Reimu not tell you about those? I mean, surely you would've had question about danmaku duels in the time you were with her..." Yukari answers, "Well, you see, the Spellcard Laws were created so that humans and lesser youkai could have a chance to defeat powerful youkai or the Hakurei Shrine Maiden in a fair duel, with neither side sustaining lasting injury. It also gives lost humans, who are capable of using magic, the ability to defend themselves from attacking youkai. However, humans from the outside world are not bound by the spellcard laws, and are therefore usually the primary target of human-eating youkai."
> What kind of clothing is Yukari wearing and is it similar to something we would wear?
>Yukari is wearing a purple dress with white sleeves, it does not look similar to anything you would wear, but then again, you aren't from Gensokyo...
>Her hat looks kinda similar to yours, except it has a red ribbon affixed to it.
>Indirectly get others to rescue us because if I'm gone, Daiyousei quest can't continue.
>Crisis averted!
>Yukari is obviously our real mom. Explains how we have these powers, why she would've wanted us to come alone , and who the heck Lafcadio Hearn is.
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>Is she?
>"If Renko ends up having to stay here as punishment, then I have to stay too. There's no way I'm leaving her, even after that... C-Can you teach me how to defend myself here?"
>"Well, I'm afraid its not your choice whether or not you remain here." Yukari opens the fan in front of her face, "That's for me to decide... and I have a few tests prepared for when its time to make that decision..."
>She pauses, before closing the fan, "That being said, I guess you do need to learn how to protect yourself... But not in here... There certainly isn't enough room in here for that, is there?" A gap opens up nearby, "This way, if you please..."
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>"People here have said that Renko looked like someone they knew. Do you know anyone like that?"
>Carefully enter the gap.
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>"Foolish girl, did you really think that would work on me? No... You would never think that... It's not you who's doing all the thinking is it?"
>"Ah yes, I see now. You're not thinking for yourself at all... Someone... No... They are controlling your every action... Here, let me fix that..."
>Miniking, Starlighthawk, Old guy, and AzyWng are suddenly dropped into a gap. Trapped in an eye-filled void and unable to interact with the story anymore.
-You value your powers too much, you should know very well that i was merely joking, but if such behavior will not be tolerated ! *Puts Yukari in a Null Zone, where there is no points to place gaps, and all there is an endless white void.*
Oh right, the actual quest.
Edit: Fixed stuffs.
>Move !
>"Wait, so am i capable of using magic ? What about Renko, is there a chance she can also use magic ?"
>"And how long took you to master your abilities ? Actually, how old are you ?"
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Don't worry, these things happen.
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inb4 Yukari says shes 17
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It seems more likely that she's going to say she's (GAP)
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inb4 Yukari says shes 17
How would we be her daughter if she's only 17? Scandalous.
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>"People here have said that Renko looked like someone they knew. Do you know anyone like that?"
>"Hmm... Now that I think about it, I believe there was someone who was here about nine years ago that resembled her... But I do believe she disappeared a couple years later."
>Carefully enter the gap.
>Move !
>You follow Yukari into the gap, and suddenly find the two of you on a road in some kind of abandoned village.
>"Wait, so am i capable of using magic ? What about Renko, is there a chance she can also use magic ?"
>"There is a strong possibility that you might be able to, as for your friend, I do not know."
>"And how long took you to master your abilities ? Actually, how old are you ?"
>She turns around, "Why, I'm 17 of course!" she opens her fan and eyes you. She seems to be waiting for a reaction.
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>"What? But I'm 19, and I'm not as good with these powers as you are."
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>She turns around, "Why, I'm 17 of course!" she opens her fan and eyes you. She seems to be waiting for a reaction.
Before Miniking`s post:
>Look at her.
>-"Pfffahahahahahahahahahahaha ........ eh, sorry about this, but there`s no way you`re 17, you do look young and beautiful, but, just no way."
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>Laughing at a Youkai isn't a good idea. Especially alone at an abandoned place like this and with no way of protecting ourselves.
>But such an absurd statement with so many things going against it...
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>Yet how can we NOT laugh at that statement ? Even i wouldn`t be able to hold back saying that. I`ll see if i can make that a little less aggravating. And she can`t really do any harm to us, since she was the one that wanted us for whatever she plans.
And we`re her daughter. Wait, how can we be human while having a Youkai mother ? Are we a Half- Youkai ?
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>If not outright laughter, at least grinning like the Cheshire Cat. Because come on. No way.
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>Look at her.
>You give her an odd look.
>Laughing at a Youkai isn't a good idea. Especially alone at an abandoned place like this and with no way of protecting ourselves.
>But such an absurd statement with so many things going against it...
>You think laughing at her wouldn't be a good idea, yet that statement was such a blatant lie...
>If not outright laughter, at least grinning like the Cheshire Cat. Because come on. No way.
>You start grinning in amusement.
>-"Pfffahahahahahahahahahahaha ........ eh, sorry about this, but there`s no way you`re 17, you do look young and beautiful, but, just no way."
>However, you are unable to contain your laughter and burst out laughing.
>Yukari puts the fan away, smirking.
>"What? But I'm 19, and I'm not as good with these powers as you are."
>"Of course, I was only joking... I'm actually much older than Gensokyo itself..."
>The door of the closest house swings open, and a blonde woman with... nine... large fox tails steps out.
>"Ah, Yukari-sama, is everything well? You looked quite concerned when you le-"
>The fox woman looks between you and Yukari curiously.
>"Yes, everything seems fine at the moment, Ran... This is Maribel Hearn, in case you were wondering... Maribel, this is my shikigami, Ran."
>"It's a pleasure to meet you." says Ran, with a bow.
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>"U-Um, hello."
>Oh god, those tails.
>"T-They look so..."
>Ran.........Touch Fluffy Tail, Codename: Golden Shikigami's 9 weapons.
(1 out of 5 (+8) tails touched)[/s]
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>Walk up to Ran and pet the tails.
>Try to not look at Ran's tails so much. They're so fluffy surely she's been bothered by others about them already...
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>This one is Before Miniking`s: Bow in response.
> Mofumofu those tails.
>"Eh, i`m sorry, but what is a Shikigami exactly ?"
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>This one is Before Miniking`s: Bow in response.
>You return Ran's bow with your own.
>"U-Um, hello."
>Oh god, those tails.
>"T-They look so..."
>You can't stop staring at those tails... They're so fluffy!
>"Huh?! A-Are you talking about my tails...?" Ran asks.
>You hear Yukari chuckle.
>Walk up to Ran and pet the tails.
> Mofumofu those tails.
>"E-Eh!?! H-Hey! Don't touch those! That's Chen and Yukari-sama's job!"
>Try to not look at Ran's tails so much. They're so fluffy surely she's been bothered by others about them already...
>You rapidly avert your gaze from the tails, it's impolite to stare...
>"Eh, i`m sorry, but what is a Shikigami exactly ?"
>"Well... A Shikigami is, simply put, a servant." says Ran.
>"Shikigami are also bound to and draw power from their masters." Yukari adds, "A master can also force its shikigami follow any command, of course in Ran's case, I almost never have to do that. She almost always executes what I request of her..." she pauses, "On that note, I need you to do something for me, Ran."
>"What is it, Yukari-sama?"
>"Well, long story short," Yukari replies, "Reimu's been severely injured and is in critical condition..."
>"Oh my... Is she going to be alright?"
>"Well the outlook certainly seems positive... Eirin is operating on her as we speak. There seems to be no complications so far, as far I as I can tell, since don't feel the barrier deteriorating any further... Anyway, back on topic, we obviously can't let word get out that the Hakurei Shrine Maiden is currently incapacitated and near death..."
>"Ah, yes. I understand what I must do. I will get on that as soon as possible."
>"Good."
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>"How will she do that ?"
>"So, how shall we start this training of mine ?"
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>Maybe the gun Renko brought was for self defense, and she was afraid of being alone. She was alone in both cases...
>And what could Koishi had said in such a carefree manner? Everything's confusing.
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>What would have made Renko shoot Mamizou or Reimu, though, even if she was alone? Did Mamizou and/or Reimu say or do something?
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>"How will she do that ?"
>"Like this." says Ran, before she's enveloped in a plume of flames. When the flames recede, you are face to face with Reimu.
>"Us Kitsune are masters of illusion." Ran explains as she dispels Reimu's form, "What Yukari-sama wishes for me to do is simply cover for Reimu until she recovers... Though, I have to admit, my acting may be a little bit rusty..."
>"You'll, be fine, Ran." says Yukari, "I believe the only person you need to worry about is Marisa... If she shows up and sees through your farce, then by all means fill her in on what's going on and direct her to Eientei... I'm sure she won't spread the word too much..."
>"Will do, Yukari-sama. Do you need me to do anything before I go?"
>"No, thank you. I'm sure Chen will be more then able to provide me with assistance in your absence."
>"Very well. If you do not require me for anything else, I will relay this information to Chen."
>Ran heads back into the house.
>Maybe the gun Renko brought was for self defense, and she was afraid of being alone. She was alone in both cases...
>What would have made Renko shoot Mamizou or Reimu, though, even if she was alone? Did Mamizou and/or Reimu say or do something?
>You speculate what the purpose of the gun was... Was it for malicious intent, or self defense? Self-defense seems plausible for shooting Mamizou, yet that does not explain why she would shoot Reimu, who she was already familiar with. No... Perhaps they said something that provoked her into shooting? You just don't know.
>And what could Koishi had said in such a carefree manner? Everything's confusing.
>It would be much easier if everything about this Renko fiasco started making sense...
>"So, how shall we start this training of mine ?"
>"Ah yes, let's begin that, shall we?" Yukari directs your attention to a nearby tree.
>A gap opens up in front of the tree, and a laser of some kind fires out from it, stripping off a circular section of bark in the center of the trunk as the gap closes.
>"I want you to fire some danmaku at that mark."
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>"Wha-Uh-What ?!!? I don`t know how to do that !"
>Give her a confused face.
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>Also, a laser from a gap? That's... Scary.
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>"Uh, how do I shoot danmaku?"
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>"Wha-Uh-What ?!!? I don`t know how to do that !"
>Give her a confused face.
>"Uh, how do I shoot danmaku?"
>"My... My... You aren't even going to try to figure it out on your own?" Yukari chuckles, "At least try to do it first... Then I'll see about assisting you..."
>Also, a laser from a gap? That's... Scary.
>That gap laser looked scarily effective. You hope you're never on the receiving end of that thing...
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>"Well.... i guess here goes nothing...."
>Close our eyes and focus, try to relax and attempt to concentrate our power or energy in our right hand and prepare to do a swing.
>Once we do that, use that power/energy to form (or at least try to) a sort of energy sphere, or a projectile, like a...... Knife maybe, and do the swing to launch it.
>I hope this works.
>"Did i do it.... ?"
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>"Oh, sorry. I'll try it first."
>Accidentally hit Yukari because we weren't looking.
>"Whoops!"
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>"Oh, sorry. I'll try it first."
>"Well.... i guess here goes nothing...."
>Yukari watches intently.
>Close our eyes and focus, try to relax and attempt to concentrate our power or energy in our right hand and prepare to do a swing.
>Once we do that, use that power/energy to form (or at least try to) a sort of energy sphere, or a projectile, like a...... Knife maybe, and do the swing to launch it.
>I hope this works.
>You shut your eyes, hoping what you're about to attempt will work...
>You concentrate your mind on your right hand... Focusing only on it... You feel... something strange in your right palm.
>Quickly, you begin to imagine what kind of form the shot will be... Your first thought is a sphere of energy...
>As soon as the image of a sphere enters your mind, before you can even swing your arm, that feeling in your palm is gone, you feel a source of heat travel through the air near your right leg, stopping abruptly about halfway down.
>"Did i do it.... ?"
>Yukari begins chuckling.
>Accidentally hit Yukari because we weren't looking.
>"Whoops!"
>"Did you really think that would hit me? You weren't even aiming in the right direction!"
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>Look around, what did we do ?
>"What happened ? Why are you chuckling Old lady ? What did i do ?"
>Examine our hands.
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>"I think something almost happened."
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>Look around, what did we do ?
>You open your eyes and look around.
>There doesn't seem to see any evidence that you did something...
>"What happened ? Why are you chuckling Old lady ? What did i do ?"
>"I think something almost happened."
>"Well, it was a nice try... But perhaps you should open your eyes next time?" she opens her fan and sits on a gap, "I heard it might help you see what you're doing... Not to mention aim... Try again."
>Examine our hands.
>You inspect your hands. Nothing seems out of the ordinary.
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>"Okay."
>Point our arm at the mark on the tree and try again. Try to keep our eyes on the mark.
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>"And stop that, i bet you also had trouble on your first time."
>Cast our Lightning. Light Magic hits everything.
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>"Okay."
>"And stop that, i bet you also had trouble on your first time."
>"Perhaps I did... But I certainly never did anything like that...!"
>Point our arm at the mark on the tree and try again. Try to keep our eyes on the mark.
>You focus again, this time aiming your arm at the mark on the tree.
>You feel that strange feeling in your right palm again, and notice out of the corner of your eye that your palm seems to be glowing. You imagine a sphere of light, and almost immediately, a glowing sphere flies out of your hand and the feeling stops.
>It moves for about a meter, wobbling unsteadily in the air, before it promptly fizzles out.
>Cast our Lighting. Light Magic hits everything.
>You cast your "lighting" and end up throwing out some lamp-shaped danmaku...
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Now, cast Shine, we need more Might !
>"Huh... err, it could have been better.... let`s try again."
>Focus again, but this time, try to shape the bullet into a blade, like a Knife.
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>"It didn't go far..."
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>Next time when we fire, try to focus on the bullet so that it doesn't dissipate.
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>Now, cast Shine, we need more Might !
>The lamp danmaku turns on, becoming lit lamp danmaku...
>"It didn't go far..."
>"Huh... err, it could have been better.... let`s try again."
>"Indeed. Do it again."
>Focus again, but this time, try to shape the bullet into a blade, like a Knife.
>You focus again, when you get that feeling in your palm, you think of a blade, rather than an energy sphere, however, once you see the blade in your head, what comes out of your palm is not a blade at all.
>A very long projectile escapes your hand with a hissing sound, and flies much faster than the sphere you shot earlier. You think you just fired some kind of laser.
>The laser begins flickering mid-flight.
>Next time when we fire, try to focus on the bullet so that it doesn't dissipate.
>You focus on the laser, but it does nothing. It fades out completely three quarters of the way to the tree.
>"Try channeling more energy into your hand. You seem to be getting the hang of it." Yukari comments.
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>Repeat and do as she said. Focus on our arm more than the blade/laser.
>Is this tiring us or anything?
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>Repeat and do as she said. Focus on our arm more than the blade/laser.
>You focus on you hand a bit more and imagine a blade again. This time you fire a laser with no signs of flickering.
>It impacts the tree about a foot above the mark.
>"Splendid." says Yukari, "You should be able to fire normal danmaku that way as well... Now I suggest that you should probably work on your aim a bit..."
>Is this tiring us or anything?
>It is not, surprisingly.
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>"Thank you."
>Try it again. Just get used to doing it. Don't try to make it perfect with aim or anything yet.
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>Also try a different kind of danmaku, maybe a pellet ? Or should we try a small sphere ?
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>"Thank you."
>Try it again. Just get used to doing it. Don't try to make it perfect with aim or anything yet.
>Also try a different kind of danmaku, maybe a pellet ? Or should we try a small sphere ?
>You do it again and again, changing between lasers and spherical danmaku, each shot getting closer and closer to the mark. It's becoming easier the more you do it, and it feels less and less strange to do so.
>Eventually, one of your projectiles hits the target dead-center.
>Yukari claps, "Excellent. Now do you think you can try shooting more than one shot at the same time?"
>You hear someone else walk up behind the two of you, "Yukari-sama. I have informed Chen of what she is to do. I will depart for the Hakurei Shrine now, if you do not require me for anything else."
>"Very well. I will check in on you later. Take care, Ran."
>"You too, Yukari-sama."
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>"Who's Chen?"
>Try shooting with both of our arms now.
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>"Wait ! The Shrine had blood on the floor ! I hope that no one goes there before Miss Ran arrives.... hey, couldn`t you just make a gap there,
Elder Lady Yukari ?"
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>Try to shoot multiple pellets at the same time, focusing on a spread of pellets instead of just one shot.
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>"Who's Chen?"
>"Chen is Ran's shikigami. You will meet her soon enough..."
>"Wait ! The Shrine had blood on the floor ! I hope that no one goes there before Miss Ran arrives.... hey, couldn`t you just make a gap there, Elder Lady Yukari ?"
>"Oh my... Is your memory failing you?" Yukari questions, "If I recall correctly, the blood was on the shrine path, not inside the shrine itself. It should've been washed away by the rain by now, so there's no need to worry. As for making a gap there... Well I could... But I felt no need to do so. Ran already knows the way there, and there is no urgent need to dispose of any more evidence."
>Try shooting with both of our arms now.
>You raise both your arms.
>"Two hands will not be necessary." says Yukari, "Please continue to use just one. Once you've mastered shooting from one hand, using the other will come naturally to you."
>Try to shoot multiple pellets at the same time, focusing on a spread of pellets instead of just one shot.
>Putting one arm down, you concentrate on an image of a sphere, but as you form the image, you split the sphere into five.
>Almost immediately, a shot of five danmaku pellets comes out of your hand. They are at a very wide spread, with two of them flying off perpendicular your arm, one heading for the target, and two at an angle halfway in-between.
>"Alright, you seem to have most of the basics down now..." suddenly, a small gap opens up in front of the mark, and a boundary appears halfway between you and the tree. Five more gaps open up along the boundary, "Now for one last thing before we move on to something more... advanced... Send five shots of danmaku through these gaps simultaneously. You will need to focus your spread in order to do so."
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>Have we learned how to fly yet? If not...
>"Is there a way I could fly like Reimu and the others too?"
>Feelin confident. Try to make the spread go into each gap.
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>Have we learned how to fly yet? If not...
>You have not.
>"Is there a way I could fly like Reimu and the others too?"
>"Well, I wouldn't see why not, but let's take things one step at a time..."
>Feelin confident. Try to make the spread go into each gap.
>You focus on narrowing your spread, it takes a few tries, but eventually, you manage to get a perfect spread that passes through all the gaps simultaneously.
>The gaps close, "That's enough." says Yukari "You should be able to defend yourself in the event a few fairies attack you now... Of course, you still probably won't be able to hold out against a stronger youkai... But you shouldn't-"
>"NYAAAH~! Yukari-sama!" a childish voice calls out from somewhere behind you, followed by a soft thud.
>Yukari chuckles, "Hello, Chen. How convenient of you to show up. I was just about to call for you..."
>"Really? Then does that mean there's you need, Yukari-sama? ...Huh? Who's that?"
>"Someone I would like you to meet. Maribel, why don't you turn around and introduce yourself?"
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>Turn around.
>"Hello, I'm Maribel Hearn. it's nice to meet you."
>Bow.
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>Turn around.
>You turn around to see a young girl currently hugging Yukari. She's wearing a red dress and a green hat, but her most striking features are her cat ears and her two tails.
>"Hello, I'm Maribel Hearn. it's nice to meet you."
>Bow.
>The catgirl immediately lets go of Yukari and hastily bows in return.
>"Nice to meet you too! I'm Chen!"
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>Oh my ! That's so cute !
>Take a glance at Yukari to see how she's reacting.
>"Ummm, Chen , can i , ehh, pet you ? You are so cute ...."
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>"Um, Yukari? Am I allowed to hug her?" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvd3OF1GXno)
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>Oh my ! That's so cute !
>That has to be one of the most adorable girls you've ever seen.
>Take a glance at Yukari to see how she's reacting.
>Yukari is smiling.
>"Ummm, Chen , can i , ehh, pet you ? You are so cute ...."
>"Nya?! What!? Um... Thank you...? And well... no... It's nothing personal... But I barely know you..."
>You elicit a small chuckle from Yukari.
>"Um, Yukari? Am I allowed to hug her?" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvd3OF1GXno)
>"That's ultimately not my decision." Yukari replies
>"Well... Once I know you a bit better," says Chen "then you're welcome to... But like I said, we just met... And Ran-sama told me not to accept hugs from strangers..." she turns to Yukari, "So what do you need from me, Yukari-sama?"
>"Ah yes, I was just about to get to that. Anyway, Maribel, as I was saying, considering what you can do with danmaku right now, you will probably still be vulnerable to stronger youkai, that's why I'm assigning Chen as your escort."
>"Really? Are you sure, Yukari-sama?"
>"Of course. I can't have Reimu do it with her in her current condition, and I'm too busy to do it myself, so I'm delegating you to the task. You're fine with this, correct?"
>"Yes, Yukari-sama. I won't let you down."
>"Good."
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>"Sorry if I came out as weird... But thanks for helping me Chen."
>"Will I be able to do something like that eerie eye void you can do sensei Yukari? It would make travel easier..."
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>"Sorry if I came out as weird... But thanks for helping me Chen."
>"It's fine. And you're welcome." Chen smiles.
>"Will I be able to do something like that eerie eye void you can do sensei Yukari? It would make travel easier..."
>"Eventually, I did say our abilities were identical, did I not?" Yukari replies, before opening a gap, "Anyway, let us return to Eientei. I wish to check on Reimu's condition. And then I will send you and Chen on your way."
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>"Alright."
>Go through the gap.
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>Hmm, although we can protect ourselves, we still can't/don't know how to fly, so even fairies might be tricky to deal with if they get the first strike, as we're limited to the ground.
>That doctor... how will she react after knowing she was right about Renko... ?
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>For that matter, how will Koishi react?
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>And what will Kosuzu say if she finds out that it was Renko who shot Mamizou?
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>Slow down you two, a bit at a time please.
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>"Alright."
>Go through the gap.
>You follow Yukari and Chen through the gap, and end up in the halls of Eientei once more.
>Yagokoro emerges from a nearby door, wiping sweat from her brow.
>"I suppose the operation went well?" Yukari asks.
>"Well, I've stabilized her, but she is going to take a long time for her to recover." Yagokoro replies, "The bullet grazed the myocardium on the left ventricle, creating a laceration on her heart. She's actually very lucky to be alive, but I guess she has you to thank for that... She is currently hooked up to a heart-lung machine to temporarily ease the strain on her heart until the damaged area has healed enough."
>"And how long will it take for her to recover?"
>"I'd say a couple of days on the heart-lung machine, then we will allow her heart to work unassisted and bring her back into consciousness. After that... Well... She will have to stay here for at least a month or two... And she will be bedridden for about half of that time... We can't have her over-exerting herself and risk the wound re-opening, after-all."
>"Very well..."
>Hmm, although we can protect ourselves, we still can't/don't know how to fly, so even fairies might be tricky to deal with if they get the first strike, as we're limited to the ground.
>Even with your new danmaku skills, fairies still seem to have the advantage, due to them being able to fly, and your inability to do the same. Perhaps you should remedy this...
>That doctor... how will she react after knowing she was right about Renko... ?
>You wonder how Yagokoro will react to knowing her suspicions were correct. You have no idea.
>For that matter, how will Koishi react?
>You think about how Koishi will react to this news...
>Honestly, you don't know. However, she probably already knew something was going on, considering what she whispered to Renko on the way to Eientei...
>And what will Kosuzu say if she finds out that it was Renko who shot Mamizou?
>You doubt Kosuzu will ever be on friendly terms with Renko ever again if she found out...
>Yukari opens another gap.
>"I'm going to take my leave now." she looks at you and Chen, "You two have fun now..." she looks back at Yagokoro, "And... erm... thanks, Eirin..."
>"I'm just doing my job..." Yagokoro replies.
>"Bye Yukari-sama!" Chen exclaims as Yukari disappears through the gap.
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>"I should've went with her, both times. And if I confronted her better I could've prevented this... B-But I trusted her. I-I thought she was the victim going through all of those hard times by herself until the end... I wish this was all just a bad dream..."
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>"I should've went with her, both times. And if I confronted her better I could've prevented this... B-But I trusted her. I-I thought she was the victim going through all of those hard times by herself until the end... I wish this was all just a bad dream..."
>Chen looks a little confused, "Huh? Who are you talking about? Are... Are you okay?"
>Yagokoro eyes you, raising an eyebrow.
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>"I-It's nothing Chen. Please don't worry about it. There's bigger things to worry about, like staying safe."
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>So... What do we do now? Yukari didn't say to go anywhere specifically.
>Although a night of rest would do us good. We've had one hell of a day...
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>"I-It's nothing Chen. Please don't worry about it. There's bigger things to worry about, like staying safe."
>"Okay then..." Chen still looks a little concerned.
>So... What do we do now? Yukari didn't say to go anywhere specifically.
>You realize you have no idea what to do now. Yukari didn't leave any specific instructions...
>You could always continue exploring Gensokyo...
>Without Renko...
>Although a night of rest would do us good. We've had one hell of a day...
>You think about the possibility of rest. It sounds nice to sleep after this god-awful day... However, it's should be mid-afternoon right about now. You still have several hours until nightfall.
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>Realize that we just did the same thing Renko's been doing to us this whole trip.
>"Oh, um, I'm sorry. I came here with a friend, and... something happened to her."
>Renko would probably try to use her powers when night hits, but what she'll do from there is a mystery.
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"It's nothing, don't worry about it..."
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>Realize that we just did the same thing Renko's been doing to us this whole trip.
>You realize you're acting just like Renko was acting earlier.
>"Oh, um, I'm sorry. I came here with a friend, and... something happened to her."
>"Oh... What happened?" Chen asks.
>Renko would probably try to use her powers when night hits, but what she'll do from there is a mystery.
>You have no idea what Renko plans to do once night falls, other than possibly using her powers, but what reason would she have to use them other than being lost...?
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>"That's something I want to know too..."
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>"All i know is that this land got some serious problems because we came here."
>"Chen, could you tell me about you, Miss Ran and Lady Yukari ? What are they like ?"
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>One thing we
could do is try to find Renko before any harm comes to her...
>Of course, since we don't know where she went this is going to be quite the trouble.
>We could also try to find Koishi and talk to her about what she said to Renko, but we don't even know where to start in that regard.
>Mamizou's still hospitalized and unconscious, so visiting her (and asking her about Renko) will have to wait.
>What to do...
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//I don't think we saw if Koishi left or not. She might still be here at Eientei.
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//Who knows. We won't know until we look, I suppose.
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//We can ask one of the rabbits, or Eirin, or Kosuzu, they might know something.
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>"That's something I want to know too..."
>"All i know is that this land got some serious problems because we came here."
>"Oh... Really?"
>"Chen, could you tell me about you, Miss Ran and Lady Yukari ? What are they like ?"
>"Ooh! Ooh! Ran-sama is very nice, she always looks out for me! But she does scold me sometimes... And Yukari-sama is nice too! And strong! ...But she gets kinda cranky if we accidentally wake her up. And she sleeps a lot too... Sometimes for years at a time... Anyway, the three of us are practically family!"
>One thing we could do is try to find Renko before any harm comes to her...
>Of course, since we don't know where she went this is going to be quite the trouble.
>You consider finding Renko before anything bad happens to her. But you have no idea where she is, and you have no way to track her.
>Does she even want to be found?
>We could also try to find Koishi and talk to her about what she said to Renko, but we don't even know where to start in that regard.
>You could also attempt to get some answers from Koishi, but you have no idea where she is either.
>The last time you saw her was here in Eientei, but that was over an hour ago... She's probably long gone by now...
>Mamizou's still hospitalized and unconscious, so visiting her (and asking her about Renko) will have to wait.
>You won't be able to visit Mamizou and ask her about what happened in that alleyway either...
>What to do...
>Aside from what you've already thought about, there's not much you could really do...
>That Fujiwara girl was one of the people who had an odd reaction to Renko's presence, but you have no idea where she is, or if she could be of any help...
>You could also just continue exploring Gensokyo and hope you run into Renko or Koishi along the way, but the chances of that happening are slim...
>Another thing you could do is return to the Hakurei Shrine and attempt to track Renko from there, but you have no skills in that regard, so the chances of success are equally slim.
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>"Excuse me, Miss Yagokoro? Do you know where I can find that Fujiwara person?"
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>"And would you know were Kosuzu and Koishi went ?"
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>"Excuse me, Miss Yagokoro? Do you know where I can find that Fujiwara person?"
>"You mean Mokou?" she replies, "Well, when she's not trying to kill the princess, you can probably find her at her house, or at her yakitori stand. To find her stand, just follow the road until you reach the fork, and take the other road. As for her house, I'm not sure exactly where it is. If you want to find her house, I recommend talking to Keine Kamishirasawa in the Human Village."
>"And would you know were Kosuzu and Koishi went ?"
>"Kosuzu is still in room 108. As for Koishi... I'm not sure... She has a way of escaping notice... She's either still here, wandering aimlessly around Gensokyo, or back home in the Underground. I honestly don't know..." she pauses, "Say... Didn't you have someone else with you?"
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>"..... i..., yes i had my friend Renko with me... but then... that happened..."
>Try not to breakdown.
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>"S-She's lost... I need to find her before something bad happens to her..."
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>"..... i..., yes i had my friend Renko with me... but then... that happened..."
>"So... I assume my suspicions about her were justified, then?" Yagokoro asks.
>Try not to breakdown.
>You hold in an emotional breakdown, however, you manage to let out a single tear.
>"S-She's lost... I need to find her before something bad happens to her..."
>"Well, I can't help you there... I'm a medical professional, not a skilled tracker. However, I do know of a youkai that lives somewhere nearby who may be able to help you. From what I understand, she has characteristics of a wolf, so she may be able to easily track your friend. However, finding her is a different story... You might want to talk to Tewi about her, I think she's had encounters with that youkai on a couple occasions. However, keep in mind that if you do find her, she may or may not cooperate..."
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>"Thank you."
>Look for Tewi and ask her about that wolf-like youkai.
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>"Mokou went from steaming mad to calm just by looking at Renko because she looked familiar. I still want to know who this person that looks like her is. That's why I wanted to see Mokou."
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>"Wait, Miss Yagokoro, if i may ask, why were your motives to be suspicious of Renko other than her being alone with Mamizou ?"
>Oh yea.
>"Chen, who is this "Marisa" Lady Yukari mentioned ? Is she a friend of Reimu ?"
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>"Mokou went from steaming mad to calm just by looking at Renko because she looked familiar. I still want to know who this person that looks like her is. That's why I wanted to see Mokou."
>"Well, if you can find her, I'm sure she'll be willing to talk to you."
>"Wait, Miss Yagokoro, if i may ask, why were your motives to be suspicious of Renko other than her being alone with Mamizou ?"
>"Well, the medical evidence was against her. The way the bullet wounds were formed suggested the assailant fired the weapon a few meters in front of Mamizou, not from the street. When I learned she was alone with Mamizou in the alley, it only strengthened by suspicions further."
>"Thank you."
>"You're welcome."
>Look for Tewi and ask her about that wolf-like youkai.
>You begin walking through the halls of Eientei, searching for Tewi
>Oh yea.
>"Chen, who is this "Marisa" Lady Yukari mentioned ? Is she a friend of Reimu ?"
>Along the way, you ask Chen about Marisa.
>"Oh, her?" Chen replies, "Yeah, she's like Reimu's best friend or something. She's a strong magician. I'm not sure where she lives, if that's what you're wondering..."
>You eventually find yourself in the lobby. You think you see Tewi chatting to a couple of rabbits up ahead.
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>"Excuse me, Tewi? Can I ask you a few things?"
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>"My friend Renko and I were separated, and Erin told me that you knew a youkai who had good tracking abilities. Could you help me find her?"
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>"Excuse me, Tewi? Can I ask you a few things?"
>"Huh?" Tewi looks over in your direction, "Oh, it's you. What do you want?"
>"My friend Renko and I were separated, and Erin told me that you knew a youkai who had good tracking abilities. Could you help me find her?"
>"Oh, you mean the werewolf? Yeah, I know about her. She chases some of the rabbits on occasion... I don't think she likes me, especially since I've led her into booby-traps on several occasions..." Tewi smirks as she says this, "In fact, the most recent time I did so was last night... I wonder if she's still there... Anyway, yes. I can lead you to the general area I find her, if you want..."
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>"Um, yes please."
>Follow tail Tewi.
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>"Just asking, but um, does she..... eat humans ....?"
>I wonder if Tewi or Chen can help us learn how to fly.
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//Hey, Yukari said, regarding flying, that we would have to take things one step at a time. But she left before teaching us! Well, she was busy...
>"Chen, do you think you could teach me how to fly?"
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>"Um, yes please."
>Follow tail Tewi.
>"Alright, follow me then."
>Tewi leads you out of the lobby an into the courtyard,
>"Just asking, but um, does she..... eat humans ....?"
>"I'm not sure, to be honest..." Tewi replies.
>I wonder if Tewi or Chen can help us learn how to fly.
>You wonder if either of your companions right now could teach you how to-
>Hang on, didn't Yukari offer to teach you? Yet she left you before she could. Well, hopefully you could learn from one of these two...
>"Chen, do you think you could teach me how to fly?"
>"Nya? You mean you don't know how?" Chen asks, "Well... I guess I could try..."
>"Flying's actually pretty easy to do. You just... er..." Tewi adds, "Well... um... It's actually kinda hard to explain... I'm so used to doing it, heh heh..."
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>"Oh, thanks..."
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>"It might be easy for you two, but i grew up outside, so i never even knew i could learn how to fly. Just teach me the way you were taught."
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>"Oh, thanks..."
>Tewi ignores your sarcasm.
>"It might be easy for you two, but i grew up outside, so i never even knew i could learn how to fly. Just teach me the way you were taught."
>"Well... Um..." Chen began, "Maybe you can try thinking happy thoughts and try to soar on them...?"
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>"I'll try."
>Think about how this trip should've went. We were going to see all the things we saw in our dream with Renko. We were going to see some things with strange powers. W-We were going to be lifted into the air, near the clouds to enjoy the view and the feeling. T-Then we were gonna record our experience and take photos. A-And Renko would have been so happy we came here...
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>Think about how fascinating this land is, and about those Rabbits and Chen and how they`re so cute and fluffy.
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>"I'll try."
>Chen and Tewi stop and observe.
>Think about how this trip should've went. We were going to see all the things we saw in our dream with Renko. We were going to see some things with strange powers. W-We were going to be lifted into the air, near the clouds to enjoy the view and the feeling. T-Then we were gonna record our experience and take photos. A-And Renko would have been so happy we came here...
>You think about how this trip should of went, but as soon as you start to think about doing all those things with Renko...
>You find sadness welling up in your body.
>Think about how fascinating this land is, and about those Rabbits and Chen and how they`re so cute and fluffy.
>You try to distract yourself with other positive thoughts, but it doesn't help very much...
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>"F-Forget it, it's not working... I'll learn another time. Let's just find this wolf woman."
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>"Mmmmm, i don`t find it nice to keep calling her "wolf woman", do you know her name ?"
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>Try to dispel the sadness. We're going to meet someone who might be able to help, after all.
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>"F-Forget it, it's not working... I'll learn another time. Let's just find this wolf woman."
>"Yeah, let's keep going." says Tewi.
>"Wait... Maybe I have it wrong, because I can fly when I'm sad or angry too..." Chen remarks.
>"Mmmmm, i don`t find it nice to keep calling her "wolf woman", do you know her name ?"
>"Nope." Tewi replies, "I never got around to learning her name."
>Try to dispel the sadness. We're going to meet someone who might be able to help, after all.
>You think about meeting someone who could help as a way to dispel your sadness. It helps a little.
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>Yea, if we can get her help, then we can track down Renko before anything bad happens.
>"I hope she doesn't hold a grudge for Tewi trapping her..."
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>But the question stays, what if we can` t reach Renko ? It`s possible that might find a way to elude everyone, she did get a considerable headstart in terms of time to flee.
>"Say Tewi, with those big and fluffy cute ears, does that mean you rabbits can hear better than regular humans and Youkai ?"
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>"Hey, that reminds me, Tewi, why do you set those traps out in the first place?"
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>Yea, if we can get her help, then we can track down Renko before anything bad happens.
>If you do manage to get this youkai to help you, and she can indeed track Renko, then perhaps there is hope that you can find her before anything bad happens to her, and maybe get some answers too...
>"I hope she doesn't hold a grudge for Tewi trapping her..."
>"And I hope she doesn't have anything against cats..." Chen remarks.
>But the question stays, what if we can` t reach Renko ? It`s possible that might find a way to elude everyone, she did get a considerable headstart in terms of time to flee.
>You wonder whether its even possible to find Renko, considering her headstart... However, she can't leave Gensokyo unassisted, can she?
>"Say Tewi, with those big and fluffy cute ears, does that mean you rabbits can hear better than regular humans and Youkai ?"
>"Yup, we can hear a lot of things others can't." Tewi answers, "However, there are still some youkai that can hear even better than us..."
>"Hey, that reminds me, Tewi, why do you set those traps out in the first place?"
>"Dunno... Sometimes its because I'm bored, sometimes it's to protect certain areas, and other times it's because I like seeing people's reactions..."
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>"That doesn't sound like a very nice way to kil-, spend time."
>"Is it just me, or does a human, a rabbit, and a cat going to a wolf seem like a bad idea? She won't try to attack or eat us, will she?"
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>We are in a group of three, and since Yukari had Chen be our escort she must trust her capabilities quite a bit, also Tewi can just deal with Hunter in her usual way if needed.
>"We have no time to waste ! But i still can`t fly...... i wish Yukari had taught me that too."
>Move foward the way we can, AKA walking.
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>"You wouldn't have any traps around here, right?"
>Watch our step just in case.
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>"That doesn't sound like a very nice way to kil-, spend time."
>"Well, to each their own, I suppose..."
>"Is it just me, or does a human, a rabbit, and a cat going to a wolf seem like a bad idea? She won't try to attack or eat us, will she?"
>"I'm not sure, to be honest..." Tewi shrugs.
>We are in a group of three, and since Yukari had Chen be our escort she must trust her capabilities quite a bit, also Tewi can just deal with Hunter in her usual way if needed.
>You consider that you are still relatively safe in the event things get out of hand. Chen and Tewi are likely capable of fending off this wolf youkai.
>"We have no time to waste ! But i still can`t fly...... i wish Yukari had taught me that too."
>"Well, maybe Yukari-sama could teach you when you see her again." says Chen.
>Move foward the way we can, AKA walking.
>You keep walking.
>"You wouldn't have any traps around here, right?"
>"Don't worry, just follow my movements and we shouldn't run into any..." Tewi answers.
>Watch our step just in case.
>You proceed with caution, just in case Tewi is wrong...
>You eventually enter a clearing. Near the edge, a bamboo stalk is slightly bent, hanging from the end is a broken snare trap.
>Tewi goes up to inspect it.
>"So... What brings a human and a cat to this part of the woods? Are ya lost?" You hear a voice say behind you.
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>Turn around and look at our mystery person.
>Examine her.
>"Hello, i am Maribel and these two are Chen and Tewi, we`re looking for a hunter to help us track someone lost . Would that be you ?"
>Wait.......... you`re just waiting to bust out another Undertale reference right ? Well, here ya go. Pet the wolf-hunter if that`s her.
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>"Actually, we're looking for someone, and we need to find them as soon as possible."
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>Turn around and look at our mystery person.
>You turn around and are met with an odd sight.
>A redhead with a blue bow is floating in front of you. An actual red-haired head... As in... There is no body supporting it... whatsoever...
>Examine her.
>She has red hair and a blue bow... There is no other noticeable features, as she is literally just a floating head...
>"Hello, i am Maribel and these two are Chen and Tewi, we`re looking for a hunter to help us track someone lost . Would that be you ?"
>"Actually, we're looking for someone, and we need to find them as soon as possible."
>You snap out of staring at it and introduce yourself.
>"Hunter? Nah, I'm anything but a hunter... My friend Kagerou is a good tracker though... Actually, she's over in the bushes over there... She said something about getting back at a rabbit... Would that be her?" the head raises an eyebrow...
>Wait.......... you`re just waiting to bust out another Undertale reference right ? Well, here ya go. Pet the wolf-hunter if that`s her.
>Joke's on you. It's not her.
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>"Maybe..."
>Check the bushes.
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>Before doing what Miniking-Maribel wants to do:
>"Oh, pardon me, i haven`t even asked your name, who might you be ?"
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>A floating head? As if bunny-eared people and creepy gaps weren't enough...
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>"Oh, pardon me, i haven`t even asked your name, who might you be ?"
>"I'm Sekibanki. Nice to meet you." says the head.
>"Maybe..."
>Check the bushes.
>You start to walk over to the bushes when suddenly a figure leaps out of them, heading straight for Tewi as her back is turned.
>A floating head? As if bunny-eared people and creepy gaps weren't enough...
>Gensokyo is certainly a strange place...
>_
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>"Tewi ! Watch out !"
>Try to stop the figure from provoking an unnecessary fight.
>"You two stop, please ! Can`t we settle this in a more peaceful way ?"
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>Stand between the would-be attacker and Tewi.
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>Hm, stopping her would put us a bit on her bad side. And maybe Tewi deserves this, since she's just getting back at her. We could pretend we didn't see her coming...
//But the others are against that and I'm not gonna assume direct control take control of the game myself.
>If we do manage to stop her, ask her if she could help us. We do still need to find Renko as soon as possible.
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Still, it`s not right to just allow a fight if that`s what`s gonna happen, if you ponder a bit you`ll realize this is pretty similar to Mokou and Kaguya in a sense.
You don`t have nearly enough power to take over the thread just for yourself. : P
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Besides, I don't think Maribel is nearly that cold.
And there's no way you're unplugging our controller ports.
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>"Tewi ! Watch out !"
>"Huh!?!" Tewi turns and dodges the figure in the nick of time.
>"OH NO YOU DON'T! YOU'RE NOT GETTING OFF THAT EASY!" The figure, which you can clearly see as a woman with brown wolf ears and a tail, exclaims.
>Try to stop the figure from provoking an unnecessary fight.
>Stand between the would-be attacker and Tewi.
>If we do manage to stop her, ask her if she could help us. We do still need to find Renko as soon as possible.
>You are much too far away.
>"You two stop, please ! Can`t we settle this in a more peaceful way ?"
>Neither seem to be listening.
>Hm, stopping her would put us a bit on her bad side. And maybe Tewi deserves this, since she's just getting back at her. We could pretend we didn't see her coming...
>Perhaps
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"
>Hm, stopping her would put us a bit on her bad side. And maybe Tewi deserves this, since she's just getting back at her. We could pretend we didn't see her coming..."
Hey ! I didn`t think that ! It was Miniking ! (u_u)
>Get there and separate the two if we can.
>"C`mon you two, this isn`t right ! Stop please !"
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">Hm, stopping her would put us a bit on her bad side. And maybe Tewi deserves this, since she's just getting back at her. We could pretend we didn't see her coming..."
Hey ! I didn`t think that ! It was Miniking ! (u_u)
:P
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>Raise your voice if you have to.
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>Get there and separate the two if we can.
>You run over and position yourself between the two.
>"C`mon you two, this isn`t right ! Stop please !"
>Raise your voice if you have to.
>"Let me at her!" the wolf-girl says, "I need to make her pay for leading me into her traps!"
>"Well it's not my fault you keep chasing the rabbits!" Tewi argues.
>"It's in my nature when the full moon is out! I can't help it!"
>Chen walks over, preparing to assist if she has to. Meanwhile, a headless body, dressed in a red cape, walks into the clearing, and Sekibanki lands on its neck.
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>"Okay, uh, do you actually harm the rabbits?
> If she says no: "Then Tewi should apologize."
//I don't have anything for if she says something close to yes...
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>If she says yes:"Then Tewi was a good reason to do so, so you should apologize."
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>"Okay, uh, do you actually harm the rabbits?
>"Well... Not yet..." The wolf-girl replies, "It's actually kind of a good thing most can outrun me..."
> If she says no: "Then Tewi should apologize."
>"What!?" Tewi frowns, "Do you realize how many rabbit's she's scared during full moons? It's only a matter of time before she catches one..."
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>"Could you maybe warn the rabbits not to go out during full moons so the chance isn't even there?"
>"What's so special about the full moon anyways?"
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>"Could you maybe warn the rabbits not to go out during full moons so the chance isn't even there?"
>"Yeah, like I could get all of them to listen..." Tewi frowns.
>"What's so special about the full moon anyways?"
>"Well... Let's just say I become even more wolf-like when the full moon is out..." says the wolf girl.
>_
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>"I really need help finding someone though, before something bad happens. Can you please help me?"
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>"I'll find a way to repay you, but please, she is at danger out there with all the youkai."
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>"I really need help finding someone though, before something bad happens. Can you please help me?"
>"It depends, what's in it for me?" The wolf girl raises an eyebrow.
>"I'll find a way to repay you, but please, she is at danger out there with all the youkai."
>She remains silent for a few seconds, "Alright, fine... Where did you last see her? Do you have anything this person owned?"
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>Inventory
>"The last time i saw her, she was at the Hakurei Shrine, and she had headed towards...."
>Where was she headed anyways ?
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>Check inventory. What do we have that a wolf woman would want?
>"Would you do it for a Momiji snack?"
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>Inventory
>Check inventory. What do we have that a wolf woman would want?
>INVENTORY:
>Clothes (equipped)
>>Your signature outfit, a purple and white dress with a black belt.
>Hat (equipped)
>>A white cap that you wear almost all the time.
>Satchel (equipped) (capacity: 3/20 units)
>>A bag for carrying items. Has a limited carrying capacity.
>Video Camera (2 units)
>>A device used to record videos. Of course, your phone can do this too...
>Cellphone (1 unit)
>>A communication device used to call other people. You doubt this would be of much use in Gensokyo...
>You honestly don't know if the wolf girl will want any of this.
>"The last time i saw her, she was at the Hakurei Shrine, and she had headed towards...."
>Where was she headed anyways ?
>If you recall correctly, she was running for the shrine steps.
>"Would you do it for a Momiji snack?"
>"Those won't work on me. I'm not Momiji you idiot!"
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>The shrine had a small forest at the foot of the steps right? That's the best bet we have so far...
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>Do we have anything with us that would have Renko's scent on it?
>Do we remember anything like that being left at the Hakurei Shrine during the... incident? We could always check when/if we go there, at least, I suppose...
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>Did Renko take her satchel along with her ?
>Maybe her lunch (Or what's left of it) could her us track her ?
Well this is a new face to me here, i have only seen you on the HME! area. ?3?
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>The shrine had a small forest at the foot of the steps right? That's the best bet we have so far...
>There was indeed a small forest at the bottom of the shrine steps, it might be the best place to start looking.
>Do we have anything with us that would have Renko's scent on it?
>You do not.
>Do we remember anything like that being left at the Hakurei Shrine during the... incident? We could always check when/if we go there, at least, I suppose...
>Well, there was Renko's gun, but Yukari took it and put it... somewhere...
>Did Renko take her satchel along with her ?
>She did. You remember her wearing it when she ran from you.
>Maybe her lunch (Or what's left of it) could her us track her ?
>Now that you think about it, you think the sack from Renko's lunch was left on the Shrine's Kotatsu. However, there's no telling how long it will stay there, if it's even still there at all.
>_
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>Ran/Yukari already ate it.
>"Near that forest at the Hakurei shrine. That's where I last saw her. Will you help, please?"
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>Examine Chen
>"Oh, and how unpolite of me ! I am Maribel and this cute little girl here is Chen, what is your name ?"
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>Ran/Yukari already ate it.
>A HEINOUS CRIME!
>"Near that forest at the Hakurei shrine. That's where I last saw her. Will you help, please?"
>"It depends, I mean, it would be much easier to track her if I had something she owned, so I can get her scent. Visual tracking is difficult, and the recent rain would've washed away most visual evidence by now." she replies, "Anyway, as long as you promise to repay me later, I would not mind helping you at all."
>"I'll pitch in too, if you want." Sekibanki speaks up, "Of course, I would like half of whatever Kagerou gets if you want my help..."
>"As if you're ever getting half of my payment!" the wolf girl frowns.
>"But aren't we members of the same organization? It's only natural that we share the spoils..."
>"Fine, if she wants you to help, you can get a portion of the reward, but remember that since everyone in the group apparently 'shares the spoils', you'll only get what's left after Wakasagihime, those Tsukumogami, the other members of the network, and - gods forbid - Seija, get their shares."
>"Oh fine... Keep it a private matter if you want then. Honestly, I don't care, I just wanted to mess with you a bit." she pauses, "Whelp, I think I'll just head home then. See you at the next meeting?"
>"Of course."
>Sekibanki flies away from the clearing.
>Examine Chen
>Chen looks like a child or at most a young teenager. She has a pair of brown cat ears on her head, a gold ring is being worn on one of them. A green hat lies between them. She is wearing a red dress with long, white sleeves, and a pair of slender cat tails protrude from her lower back.
>"Oh, and how unpolite of me ! I am Maribel and this cute little girl here is Chen, what is your name ?"
>"I'm Kagerou Imaizumi," the wolf girl replies, "nice to meet you."
>_
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>We don't really have anything to give to them, but we have to make sure Renko is safe...
>"T-Thank you..."
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>We don't really have anything to give to them, but we have to make sure Renko is safe...
>Despite what she... did... you still have to make sure she's safe...
>"T-Thank you..."
>"You're welcome, now you said you last saw her near the Hakurei Shrine, right?" Kagerou asks, "If so, we can start searching there..."
>_
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>"She might have left something there, we were having lunch there when..... we got separated..."
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>Examine Kagerou
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>"She might have left something there, we were having lunch there when..... we got separated..."
>"Well... Hopefully it's something more than a few scraps of food... You can't really pull a scent off those, you know..."
>"Hey, do you need me for anything else?" Tewi asks, "If not, then I'm going to head back now..."
>Examine Kagerou
>Kagerou is taller than you and has long, dark brown hair and red eyes. A couple of brown wolf ears protrude from her head, and she's wearing a blue, red, and white dress. Protruding from her back is a large wolf tail.
>_
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>"Okay. Thank you very much Tewi."
>"Do you think you could get her scent from me? We've been around each other sinc-... for a while."
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>
Pet Tewi before she goes away. And also pet Kagerou.
>"Hey Chen, where did Lady Yukari go anyways ?"
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>"Okay. Thank you very much Tewi."
>"No problem." she replies as she begins to walk out of the clearing.
>Pet Tewi before she goes away. And also pet Kagerou.
>Tewi does not appreciate your petting.
>Kagerou, on the other hand, starts wagging her tail and getting excited.
>"Do you think you could get her scent from me? We've been around each other sinc-... for a while."
>"I'm not sure." Kagerou replies, "Pulling a scent off of a friend isn't the most effective way to get a scent, you know... In fact, whatever trace of her scent she had on you has probably blended into your scent by now, if that's the case."
>"Hey Chen, where did Lady Yukari go anyways ?"
>"She probably went home." Chen answers, "If not, then maybe she's in the netherworld, and if she's not there then she could be anywhere in Gensokyo."
>_
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>"Chen, do you think you could call Yukari or contact her somehow?"
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>"And what is that place with all those eyes when i went through that gap of hers ?"
Edit: Wow, i guess you are this place's resident encyclopedia ? That's pretty neat !
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>Do we know how yukari's powers work?
Also Maribel is aware of the Netherworld canonically.
http://en.touhouwiki.net/wiki/Ghostly_Field_Club/Story
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>"Chen, do you think you could call Yukari or contact her somehow?"
>"I don't have a direct link to Yukari-sama, but I could try contacting Ran-sama and get her to relay a message if you want." Chen replies.
>"And what is that place with all those eyes when i went through that gap of hers ?"
>"I'm not really sure, to be honest, I think Yukari-sama said it was something like a void between boundaries or something. I don't know..."
>Do we know how yukari's powers work?
>You'd expect they'd work similar to, if not like a more advanced version, of your own.
>_
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>We could try using the scent from the gun, since it was the last thing she had with her...
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>....however, not only the gun has been thrown into a gap only Yukari knows where it goes, and to top it off how would you think Kagerou would react being presented a fired probably bloody gun to sniff ? We're better off trying to find a clue at the Hakurei Shrine.
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>Yea, pretty much only use it if nothing else works and no one else can help us.
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>We could try using the scent from the gun, since it was the last thing she had with her...
>....however, not only the gun has been thrown into a gap only Yukari knows where it goes, and to top it off how would you think Kagerou would react being presented a fired probably bloody gun to sniff ? We're better off trying to find a clue at the Hakurei Shrine.
>You consider using the gun to get Renko's scent, but you neither have it, nor do you know how Kagerou will react to it.
>Yea, pretty much only use it if nothing else works and no one else can help us.
>However, you think it might be good as a last resort if you can't find anything else with Renko's scent or if nobody else can help you track her down.
>_
//Also, on an unrelated note, have you guys seen this awesome Touhou fangame that's about to come out soon? It looks amazing! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzuDnbjIhbg)
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//Self advertising team ⑨ quest again? Have you no shame?
//Speaking of games, this online fighting game finally has a new mode instead of just costumes. Still waiting on Grand Chase characters to come back though... (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UyRM_C4O3U)
> "So uh, the Hakurei Shrine..."
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//You two...... oh well.
>"We better get moving right ?"
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> "So uh, the Hakurei Shrine..."
>"We better get moving right ?"
>"Of course." Kagerou begins walking in a direction.
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>Follow her.
>"Curious question. How does it feel to have a tail? Is it just like an arm, or is it too different?"
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>"And with those ears does that mean you can also hear better than others ? Like those fluffy rabbits ?"
>Wait, so logically the Rabbits and Kagerou don`t have regular human ears on the sides of their heads right ? :P
>"Umm, and uh..... this is kinda odd, but... can i ehhh... pet you ?"
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>Follow her.
>You and Chen begin following the wolf girl.
>"Curious question. How does it feel to have a tail? Is it just like an arm, or is it too different?"
>"Well... I feel more balanced with it, I guess... It doesn't really feel the same as an arm or leg... You wouldn't understand." Kagerou replies.
>"I can't really explain it any better..." Chen remarks.
>"And with those ears does that mean you can also hear better than others ? Like those fluffy rabbits ?"
>"Of course, I can hear better than humans with these ears." Kagerou answers as you continue walking.
>"Me too!" Chen adds, "Hey... Um... Kagerou... You're not one of those dogs that hat cats, are you..?"
>"Nah, I'm actually okay with cats, for the most part..." the wolf girl pauses, "And I'm a wolf... well, werewolf... not a dog!"
>Wait, so logically the Rabbits and Kagerou don`t have regular human ears on the sides of their heads right ? :P
>You think so...? You're honestly not sure, every youkai with animal ears you've seen so far has hair obscuring the view of their human ears if they have any...
>"Umm, and uh..... this is kinda odd, but... can i ehhh... pet you ?"
>Kagerou stops and scowls at you, "Excuse me?"
>_
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>"I was just asking if, uh... you had a parasol, in case it rains again... Oh, that's it, the word was umbrella, hah..."
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>Let`s hope that works, but we/i Maribel WILL get to pet someone !
>"Wait, were you born a fluffy werewolf or did you become one by some other means ?"
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>"I was just asking if, uh... you had a parasol, in case it rains again... Oh, that's it, the word was umbrella, hah..."
>She continues to scowl, "Didn't I just tell you I can hear better than humans? I know what you said, and the answer is no! It's both humiliating and degrading." she turns around and continues walking, "Ugh, the nerve of some people..."
>"But a good petting can be nice if it's from someone you like!" Chen remarks.
>Kagerou shoots a glare over her shoulder.
>Let`s hope that works, but we/i Maribel WILL get to pet someone !
>You resolve to pet a fluffy animal Youkai before the day is done, even if it kills you!
>"Wait, were you born a fluffy werewolf or did you become one by some other means ?"
>Kagerou angrily turns around, "Fluffy!?! Excuse me, but I am anything but fluffy!"
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> "I'm sorry!"
> "Though, I need to ask you a serious question. Can you fly? And if so, could you carry me? W-We're going to slow as it is, and flying is faster than running, right!? I didn't want to ask Chen because she's not as big..."
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>"And you didn`t answer my question although for a fair reason, were you born this way ?"
//Note to self: Don`t pet or attempt to pet Kagerou without a backup plan, nor discuss how fluffy she is. :V
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> "I'm sorry!"
>"Hmph..."
> "Though, I need to ask you a serious question. Can you fly? And if so, could you carry me? W-We're going to slow as it is, and flying is faster than running, right!? I didn't want to ask Chen because she's not as big..."
>"Seriously?" she gives you a look before sighing, "Alright, fine... But only because I would like to get this done before nightfall..."
>"And you didn`t answer my question although for a fair reason, were you born this way ?"
>"Well... Yes and no..." Kagerou replies, "I looked like a pretty normal human as a pup - I mean, kid... My wolf traits would only come out during the full moon... But as I grew older, some of my wolf traits kinda became permanent... Most of them still come out on the full moon though..."
>_
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>"Thank you. I really hope we can find her before something bad happens to her."
>Wait to be picked up. It's not like she's gonna tell us to hop on her back.........is it?
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Resist any urges to mofumofu her.
>"I'm sorry i have to ask this, i asked Tewi and Chen to try to teach me how to do it, but it didn't work, i guess i have to ask someone else like Lady Yukari."
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>"Thank you. I really hope we can find her before something bad happens to her."
>Wait to be picked up. It's not like she's gonna tell us to hop on her back.........is it?
>Kagerou walks behind you and puts her arms around your waist. She begins floating in the air, faltering slightly from your added weight, but quickly recovers.
> Resist any urges to mofumofu her.
>You do so.
>"I'm sorry i have to ask this, i asked Tewi and Chen to try to teach me how to do it, but it didn't work, i guess i have to ask someone else like Lady Yukari."
>"Well... Not everyone masters flying their first time, I've heard... Maybe you just need time and practice?"
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>"But I don't really have time. That's why I wanted you to carry me there."
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>"So how was your time learning to fly like, if i may ask ?"
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>"But I don't really have time. That's why I wanted you to carry me there."
>"Well that's a shame..."
>"So how was your time learning to fly like, if i may ask ?"
>"To be honest I learned rather quickly... Maybe it was because of my youkai side? I don't know... It took me about a day to master just staying off the ground, and about a week to fully get the hang of it..."
>_
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>"Starting to learn it in a day is quick!? D-Darn it..."
>Actually...
>"Wait, if you can shoot danmaku, how long did it take you to learn that? Or, did you just know it..."
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>"This place is so strange and interesting ! You have shrine maidens that maintain the order, immortals that fight to the death just to revive again, cute rabbit people that dig out those holes and live on a strange mansion, i think Reimu also talked about a friend of her's that's a magician too, little cute catgirl shikigami of another fluffy shikigami of a person that looks like me. What's next ?"
>Become Mini-Yukari
>Realize we might end up like Yukari with 2 shikigamis.
>"Hey, is it possible that i am half human and youkai ? If so how can i discover it ?"
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>"If only things didn't go so wrong..."
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>Come to think of it, how did things get into such a big mess again?
>Was there anything we could have done?
>Stop ruminating before we start guilt-tripping ourselves.
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>"Starting to learn it in a day is quick!? D-Darn it..."
>"Hey, don't feel so down about it. I heard a rumor somewhere that the Hakurei Shrine maiden took months to fully master flight... Of course, those are only rumors..."
>Actually...
>"Wait, if you can shoot danmaku, how long did it take you to learn that? Or, did you just know it..."
>"I learned the basic stuff in a few hours, and then I pretty much perfected it from there. Can't remember exactly when I learned it though, I was pretty young..."
>"This place is so strange and interesting ! You have shrine maidens that maintain the order, immortals that fight to the death just to revive again, cute rabbit people that dig out those holes and live on a strange mansion, i think Reimu also talked about a friend of her's that's a magician too, little cute catgirl shikigami of another fluffy shikigami of a person that looks like me. What's next ?"
>"If only things didn't go so wrong..."
>"Yeah, Gensokyo can be a very interesting place..." Kagerou replies.
>"Huh, how that you mention it..." Chen begins, "You do kinda look like Yukari-sama... I wonder if Yukari-sama noticed..."
>Become Mini-Yukari
>Yukari appears from a gap.
>"Henceforth, Maribel Hearn, I shall call you... Mini-me!"
>Realize we might end up like Yukari with 2 shikigamis.
>You wonder at the possibility of ending up with two shikigami like Yukari. It sounds like an awesome idea, but would you be able to implement it with your current abilities? You only have a basic understanding of danmaku and can't even fly, how would you come into the possession of not one, but two shikigami to call your own?
>"Hey, is it possible that i am half human and youkai ? If so how can i discover it ?"
>"I'd say it's very unlikely..." Kagerou answers as the three of you pass over the edge of the bamboo forest, "Judging from what you were saying, and your outfit, I assume you're an outsider, correct? Youkai are extremely rare in the outside world, and therefore half-youkai are even rarer... As for discovering it, well, it depends on what youkai your parent was. For instance, the guardian of the human village is half hakutaku, but you wouldn't really be able to tell unless the full moon was out. While half oni humans, I've heard, will sometimes develop horns as they mature... Some hybrids, on the other hand, usually don't have any distinguishing youkai traits..."
>Come to think of it, how did things get into such a big mess again?
>It all started when Mamizou was shot, and then people began suspecting Renko... Then things went completely downhill once Renko shot Reimu...
>Was there anything we could have done?
>You wonder if there was anything you could've done to prevent things from getting too out of hand...
>When you were in the alleyway, you probably could've looked around and found evidence suggesting Renko was the assailant... As Reimu had found that bullet casing in there...
>While on the way to Eientei, after Koishi said something to Renko and she kept telling you she was fine, perhaps if you kept pressing the matter further, Renko might've given in...
>Koishi probably knew something. While at Eientei, you probably could've pulled Koishi aside and asked her what she had said to Renko...
>When Reimu and Miss Yagokoro went to speak in private, you might have been able to follow them and eavesdrop on the conversation...
>Finally, when Reimu took Renko outside, maybe if you had eavesdropped on them, you might have been able to prevent Renko's actions before-
>Stop ruminating before we start guilt-tripping ourselves.
>You stop dwelling on these thoughts before you start crying.
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//Wow I really screwed up...
> "I've been interested in what ways we're alike too. Uh, Yukari and I. It's a bit weird."
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//Both of us did, we were pretty much trying so hard on not finding out what was wrong with Renko that we overlooked all that.
>"I mean, we both have the same powers, we look alike, maybe...... i am a sort of parent of her ? If i could get in here with my barely developed powers, Lady Yukari could get out to the outside world extremely easily."
>What do we know of the family we come from ?
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> "I've been interested in what ways we're alike too. Uh, Yukari and I. It's a bit weird."
>"I mean, we both have the same powers, we look alike, maybe...... i am a sort of parent of her ? If i could get in here with my barely developed powers, Lady Yukari could get out to the outside world extremely easily."
>"Ah yes, Yukari-sama could definitely go to the outside world if she wanted too... I don't really know why she would though... Most of the time she brings things from outside into Gensokyo..." Chen replies, "And it's kinda interesting how much you apparently have in common... Maybe it's a coincidence?"
>What do we know of the family we come from ?
>You don't know much about your ancestry, but from what your late father told you when you were a little girl, you know your lineage has had something to do with boundaries since "ancient times."
>You currently have no living relatives in Japan. But you do supposedly have family on your father's side somewhere in Europe, but since you've spent your entire life in Japan, you've never met them.
>You never knew your mother. And your father, from what you remember of him, never really liked bringing her up... All you know is that she apparently left the family shortly after your birth, leaving your father to raise you on his own, and that the two never married. You don't know if your father had any pictures of her.
>_
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>"I`ve never met my mother, she left me after i was born........ but my father had told me we were related to Boundaries in the distant past... could it be ..... ? Could it be that Lady Yukari is....... my mother .....?"
>Try not to faint from such shocking possibility.
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>No way.
>Or maybe yes way?
>Maybe we could call her "Mom" and see how she reacts?
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>"It would explain things about my family and myself if it were true..."
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>"I`ve never met my mother, she left me after i was born........ but my father had told me we were related to Boundaries in the distant past... could it be ..... ? Could it be that Lady Yukari is....... my mother .....?"
>"I don't think so... Yukari-sama doesn't have children... And if she did, she'd tell me and Ran-sama, right?" Chen answers.
>"It would explain things about my family and myself if it were true..."
>"Yeah, I guess it would..."
>No way.
>No... She can't be... She can't be your mother, Chen even said she doesn't have any children...
>Or maybe yes way?
>But... It could still be possible... The resemblance... Your powers... Perhaps she had a child in secret?
>Try not to faint from such shocking possibility.
>You resist the urge to faint from this possibility.
>As shocking as it may be if she really is your mother, it still raises a lot of question if she is...
>Namely, why did she leave you at such a young age? Why didn't she make herself known to you all these years? Just... Why?
>Maybe we could call her "Mom" and see how she reacts?
>You resolve to do so later...
>The Hakurei Shrine can now be seen in the distance, sitting on top of its hill.
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>We have enough to worry about now. We'll coax her into answering us when we have the chance.
>"Hold on. Could you start searching for anything she might have left while leaving here? I'll go get her lunch, if it's still there. I think it's quicker this way."
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>Enter the shrine and search for Renko's lunch.
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>Also remember that Ran went here to cover up the fact Reimu is in critical state, so she should be acting here right now, make sure to not draw suspicions to her.
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>We have enough to worry about now. We'll coax her into answering us when we have the chance.
>You resolve to talk to Yukari herself about this later...
>"Hold on. Could you start searching for anything she might have left while leaving here? I'll go get her lunch, if it's still there. I think it's quicker this way."
>"Alright... Let's actually get to the shrine first though..." Kagerou replies.
>Enter the shrine and search for Renko's lunch.
>The three of you finish the flight to the shrine and Kagerou sets you down. It was beginning to feel uncomfortable being carried like that.
>You leave the two behind and swiftly walk to the shrine doors, the path seems like it has been noticeably swept.
>Also remember that Ran went here to cover up the fact Reimu is in critical state, so she should be acting here right now, make sure to not draw suspicions to her.
>You remember Ran's supposed to be here as well, and decide it would be best not to draw suspicions to her.
>As you walk past the donation box something flies out of the shrine quickly and smacks right into you.
>You suddenly find yourself on your back with a blonde-haired woman in black and white attire on top of you.
>"Ugh..." she picks herself up, "What the hell were you just standing there for?! Couldn't you see I was flying ~ze?!"
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>"O-Of course I couldn't, you suddenly came out of nowhere."
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>Help her get up if possible.
>"So, um, who are you Miss ?"
>Examine the woman.
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>Hey, I'm walking here! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c412hqucHKw)
// By the way, if you're waiting on me to respond, you can go on without me. I don't always have something smart to say/do.
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>Hey, I'm walking here! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c412hqucHKw)
>You smack the woman on the head as if she were a Taxi and promptly eat a massive laser to the face.
>GAME OVER!
>"O-Of course I couldn't, you suddenly came out of nowhere."
>"She has a point, you know..." says another blonde-haired girl, dressed in blue and white attire, coming out of the shrine, what appears to be a small doll is floating near her, "You didn't have to go flying out of the shrine that fast..."
>"Oh, whatever..." the black-white girl replies as she picks up a pointed hat that fell on the ground nearby.
>Help her get up if possible.
>There is no need, she is already up.
>"So, um, who are you Miss ?"
>"Who am I? WHO AM I!?!" she exclaims as she picks up a broom from the ground, "I am Marisa Kirisame! The greatest magician in Gensokyo!"
>"Forgive me for asking, but isn't Patchouli more magic proficient than you...?" the other girl asks, "Plus, I'm certain the spells within my grimoire will dwarf whatever spells you-"
>"Oh, shut up, Alice!" Marisa retorts, "Anyway, we have no time to talk. We have to get to Eientei ~ze!"
>"Must you really be this urgent? I mean, you-know-who is obviously in capable hands, there's no need to ru-"
>Marisa hops on the broom and zooms past you.
>Alice sighs.
>Examine the woman.
>You turn around as she's flying away.
>She is wearing black and white attire with yellow buttons on the front, and is riding an old broom. On her head is a pointed, black and white hat reminiscent of a witch's hat.
>She is already well outside of shouting range...
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Expected Mulan refrence to Mushu. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zn_nM7x7Lcw) It would fit so well for Marisa. Actually would've fit better for Mima back then but...
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>"What was that all about? Why is she in such a hurry."
>"Actually, have you seen my friend?" Describe Renko to the other girl.
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>"What was that all about? Why is she in such a hurry."
>"Well, long story short, we came to visit Reimu and it turned out that it was the shikigami of someone we know instead, and she told us what happened, and well... She's gone off to Eientei..." Alice replies.
>"Actually, have you seen my friend?" Describe Renko to the other girl.
>"Sorry, but I haven't seen anyone like that. I'll keep an eye out, though." she pauses, "Who are you, anyway? You don't look like you're from around here..."
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>"I'm not from here. I'm Maribel Hearn."
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>"And who are you, Miss ?"
>Examine the woman 2.
>"So Miss Ran told you what happened, is that Marisa the friend Reimu talked about ?"
>Look at the doll curiously.
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>"I'm not from here. I'm Maribel Hearn."
>"And who are you, Miss ?"
>"I'm Alice Margatroid. It's nice to meet you."
>Examine the woman 2.
>You examine Alice.
>You think she is shorter than Marisa, but since Marisa just left, you can't really compare... She is wearing a light blue dress with a white shawl, and a red hairband. Floating next to her is a doll, wearing a dark purple dress wit ha white apron, a large red bow is in its hair.
>"So Miss Ran told you what happened, is that Marisa the friend Reimu talked about ?"
>"Oh, so you know Ran?" Alice raises an eyebrow, "It's kinda hard to believe that an outsider would run into Ran Yakumo, of all people... And yes, Marisa is Reimu's best friend... The two have a lot of history together..."
>Look at the doll curiously.
>You curiously eye the doll, and it meets you gaze. To your surprise, it seems to show happiness on its face as it raises one of it's little arms and waves at you.
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>Wave back. "What a cute doll."
>"Thank you in advance for keeping an eye out for my friend. I appreciate it."
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>Wave back. "What a cute doll."
>"Yeah, she can be pretty adorable at times." Alice smirks, before frowning slightly, "Though it's a shame she isn't complete yet..."
>"Thank you in advance for keeping an eye out for my friend. I appreciate it."
>"Hey, don't mention it. It's the least I can do."
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>"She's not complete?"
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>"She's not complete?"
>"Yes, unfortunately... There have been complications with the last part she needs..."
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>"What's the last part?"
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>"What's the last part?"
>"A soul..." Alice replies.
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>"Oh..."
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>"... how will you get one ? You're not going to kill someone or use someone who died for it, right ?"
>"Also..... can i pet her, please ? She's so cute...."
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>"OH, and can you please not tell anyone that Ran was pretending to be Reimu?. Its very important that you don't! Request from her master!"
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>"Oh..."
>"... how will you get one ? You're not going to kill someone or use someone who died for it, right ?"
>"Oh no... I won't use another person's soul... She wouldn't have her own personality if I did that..." Alice explains, "I've been researching how to create an artificial soul for a long time now, but I haven't found anything conclusive yet..."
>"Also..... can i pet her, please ? She's so cute...."
>"Oh... um... well... that's kinda up to her..." she turns to the doll, "You wouldn't mind if she erm... pet you, would you, Shanghai?"
>The doll shakes its head, before floating over to you, smiling.
>"OH, and can you please not tell anyone that Ran was pretending to be Reimu?. Its very important! Request from her master!"
>"Don't worry, Marisa and I understand."
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>Gently pet the doll.
>After everyone finishes their business with Alice and Shanghai: "I'd love to stay and chat more, you're really nice, but I still have to find my friend."
//I just got hit with a curfew for sleep. Now I gotta sleep 3 hours earlier than I usually do. Such a thing will waste my precious time with you guys. I hope it doesn't last. Can'd chake it eajy like dish.
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>"Really ?!?! Thank you !" *Bows*
>Pet her head with care and affection, like she's a dear daughter of ours !
>"And about me.... i'm a odd case to say the least, basically, i am almost like Lady Yukari herself in human form, similar looks, i will be able to do all that she can do in due time.... and then... uhh, you see..... she might be... my missing relative...."
Herp Derp, this wi-fi is slower than a bullet bill.
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>HOLD UP, are we sure we should just go and straight up tell her all that?
>Leave out the part of being able to do all Yukari can.
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>Honestly we probably shouldn't say any of that about being like a human yukari or possibly related to her! XD Not to mention we have no idea if the latter is true yet anyway
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>We should ask Ran this stuff instead. Maybe she see's it too. Chen did when we pointed it out.
>Also discuss flight with Ran when we get to her.
Hold up that's going a bit too far. We still have to go inside the shrine to get to Ran first.
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>"Really ?!?! Thank you !" *Bows*
>Alice just smiles.
>Gently pet the doll.
>Pet her head with care and affection, like she's a dear daughter of ours !
>You gently pet the doll on the head. Her adorable smile seems to intensify as you do.
>When you have finished petting, Shanghai floats back over to Alice.
>"And about me.... i'm a odd case to say the least, basically, i am almost like Lady Yukari herself in human form, similar looks, i will be able to do all that she can do in due time.... and then... uhh, you see..... she might be... my missing relative...."
>HOLD UP, are we sure we should just go and straight up tell her all that?
>Leave out the part of being able to do all Yukari can.
>Honestly we probably shouldn't say any of that about being like a human yukari or possibly related to her! XD Not to mention we have no idea if the latter is true yet anyway
>You were about to tell Alice about your relationship with Yukari, but you decide it wouldn't be wise to do so. Especially since half of what you were going to say is only speculation.
>We should ask Ran this stuff instead. Maybe she see's it too. Chen did when we pointed it out.
>Instead, you decide to ask Ran about this. Once you find her, that is.
>After everyone finishes their business with Alice and Shanghai: "I'd love to stay and chat more, you're really nice, but I still have to find my friend."
>"Yeah... And I probably should catch up to Marisa... She's probably wondering what's taking so long..." Alice takes to the air, "Good luck with finding your friend."
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>"Thank you Alice and Shanghai."
>Head inside the shrine.
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>Search for... Either Ran, or Renko's lunch...
>I'm personally going to vote for Renko's lunch.
>After all, Ran's not lost in an unfamiliar land risking the possibility of being attacked, killed, and eaten.
>Don't think about what might have already happened to Renko >Whoops, too late.
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>"Thank you Alice and Shanghai."
>"You're welcome." Alice says to you as she leaves.
>Head inside the shrine.
>Search for... Either Ran, or Renko's lunch...
>I'm personally going to vote for Renko's lunch.
>You enter the shrine, with the intent of finding Renko's lunch.
>You immediately see Ran, disguised as Reimu, cleaning the remains of you and Renko's lunches off the kotatsu you ate on.
>After all, Ran's not lost in an unfamiliar land risking the possibility of being attacked, killed, and eaten.
>Don't think about what might have already happened to Renko >Whoops, too late.
>You are unable to stop yourself from thinking of what could've happened to Renko right now...
>Best case scenario: She's alone, but perfectly fine.
>However, you also think of all the bad things that could've happened to her... Getting hopelessly lost, getting injured and far away from any help, captured or eaten by a youkai... Or worse...
>You shudder from these thoughts.
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>I don't like where this is going... Stop, stop, stop! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mi8za2kTJDs)
>More specifically, stop thinking about what might happen! It's not going to help matters now. What's important is that you get that lunch and help Kagerou help you! She's not going to get any better just 'cause you're worrying about her!
>Does the lunch have any packaging or the like? That may have Renko's scent on it.
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Hey, shouldn't we TALK to ran first?
> Tell Ran what we are doing (Too lazy to write dialog)!
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Oh well.
>"Wait ! Miss, uh, Reimu, don't do that yet ! I'm gonna need those to help me find Renko !"
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>She's not going to get any better just 'cause you're worrying about her!
>N-Not worry!? The whole reason this happened is because she kept telling us not to worry. And we listened...
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>N-Not worry!? The whole reason this happened is because she kept telling us not to worry. And we listened...
>Stop mentioning that, it makes me feel bad too....
>Wait, i wonder if the kotatsu would be useful for Kagerou ?
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>I don't like where this is going... Stop, stop, stop! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mi8za2kTJDs)
>More specifically, stop thinking about what might happen! It's not going to help matters now. What's important is that you get that lunch and help Kagerou help you! She's not going to get any better just 'cause you're worrying about her!
>N-Not worry!? The whole reason this happened is because she kept telling us not to worry. And we listened...
>Stop mentioning that, it makes me feel bad too....
>You try to stop worrying about Renko, but then you remember this whole thing happened because you stopped worrying about her when you should have...
>You make yourself feel worse...
>Wait, i wonder if the kotatsu would be useful for Kagerou ?
>You wonder if Renko's scent is on the Kotatsu, it might be possible, but then again her scent might be mixed with whoever sat at the Kotatsu before her...
>Does the lunch have any packaging or the like? That may have Renko's scent on it.
>Renko's lunch was in a brown, paper bag, which is currently being swept by Ran, along with yours, towards a garbage bag.
>"Wait ! Miss, uh, Reimu, don't do that yet ! I'm gonna need those to help me find Renko !"
>"Oh, hello there." says Ran as she notices you, doing an impression of Reimu's voice, "Is everything going alright?" she stops what she's doing, looks around, walks closer to you, and whispers, in her normal voice, "Is my cat giving you too much trouble?"
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>"No, she`s a lovely eh, catperson ? I wish i had someone as cute and adorable as her too."
>"I asked Kagerou to help me find Renko, did you or someone else sit on the Kotatsu ?"
>"And Miss, eh, Reimu, maybe you could teach me the flight basics ? I had to be carried by Kagerou to get here, and i don`t want to weight her down like that..."
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>The most important thing to do right now is find Renko! What's past is past, and nothing can change it, no matter how much we want to change it. The only thing we can do at this point is, well, find Renko.
>"I think that paper bag might be able to help Kagerou as well, since it was from Renko's lunch and it should have Renko's scent on it. Could we have it?"
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>Grab Renko's lunch bag
if she says yes.
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>Also make sure to get the Kotatsu, that`s our backup plan.
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>"No, she`s a lovely eh, catperson ? I wish i had someone as cute and adorable as her too."
>She chuckles, "Yes, I guess she is pretty adorable at times..."
>"I asked Kagerou to help me find Renko, did you or someone else sit on the Kotatsu ?"
>"No, nobody has. Though I am in the middle of cleaning it off..."
>"I think that paper bag might be able to help Kagerou as well, since it was from Renko's lunch and it should have Renko's scent on it. Could we have it?"
>"I have no problems with you taking it, I was going to put it in the trash anyway..."
>"And Miss, eh, Reimu, maybe you could teach me the flight basics ? I had to be carried by Kagerou to get here, and i don`t want to weight her down like that..."
>"Well... What I do is I just will myself to fly, and I do so... If you are a human capable of flight, then you should be able to do so as well... With time and practice, of course..."
>The most important thing to do right now is find Renko! What's past is past, and nothing can change it, no matter how much we want to change it. The only thing we can do at this point is, well, find Renko.
>You decide that dwelling on the past achieves nothing, and that you should focus more on finding Renko.
>Grab Renko's lunch bag if she says yes.
>You take Renko's bag off the Kotatsu
>Obtained: Renko's Lunch Bag
>>A piece of trash with Renko's scent on it.
>Also make sure to get the Kotatsu, that`s our backup plan.
>It would be much easier to take just the bag than to lug a heavy kotatsu outside...
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>"Thank you miss Hakurei."
>Head back to Chen and Kagerou.
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>Once back, display the paper bag to Kagerou.
>"This bag was from Renko's lunch, which she was carrying around for a bit. Do you think you could get her scent from this?"
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>"Thank you miss Hakurei."
>"You're welcome." Ran replies.
>Head back to Chen and Kagerou.
>Once back, display the paper bag to Kagerou.
>You return to your companions and show Kagerou the bag.
>"This bag was from Renko's lunch, which she was carrying around for a bit. Do you think you could get her scent from this?"
>"Well, let's see..." Kagerou says as she takes the bag from you.
>She sniffs the bag for a few seconds.
>"Alright, I think I got a scent... Now we just need to pick up her trail..."
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>"Okay! I'm coming Renko!"
>Take the bag and wait for Kagerou to carry us again.
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>Hmmm, try to use Ran's method, as in put it in your head: "Fly", if it doesn't work, then focus energy under us, similar to how we do it with Danmaku.
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>Hmmm, try to use Ran's method, as in put it in your head: "Fly", if it doesn't work, then focus energy under us, similar to how we do it with Danmaku.
//Inb4 Merry kick
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>"Okay! I'm coming Renko!"
>Take the bag and wait for Kagerou to carry us again.
>You take the bag back and place it into your satchel, then just stand there, expecting Kagerou to pick you up again.
>Instead, she walks towards the shrine steps, eventually stopping to look back at you, "Aren't you coming? You said you last saw her near the forest at the bottom of the steps, right?"
>Chen looks at you expectantly.
>Hmmm, try to use Ran's method, as in put it in your head: "Fly", if it doesn't work, then focus energy under us, similar to how we do it with Danmaku.
>You decide to follow Ran's advice and begin willing yourself to fly.
>The ground seems to move away a few inches before you wobble briefly and abruptly drop, causing you to stumble forward as soon as you hit the ground.
>"Hey! You floated!" Chen exclaims, "Maybe you can fly after all!"
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>"This isn't good enough though. I'll still be too slow."
> Catch up with Kagerou and Chen.
> Practice flying along the way.
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>Yay ! I was useful ! -Marihawk
>Try to just hover, actual flying is too hard without an instructor.
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>"This isn't good enough though. I'll still be too slow."
>"Well maybe you'll get faster with practice." Chen smiles.
> Catch up with Kagerou and Chen.
> Practice flying along the way.
>Try to just hover, actual flying is too hard without an instructor.
>Chen is already next to you, so together you start catching up to Kagerou.
>As you walk, you stop periodically to practice flying, you seem to gain a little more height every time you stop to hover.
>Soon, the two of you catch up to the werewolf, and the three of you begin to descend the shrine steps.
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>Make sure we don't try to practice floating down the steps.
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>Make sure we don't try to practice floating down the steps.
>You walk down the steps like a normal person, because you don't want to accidentally tumble down them due to a failed practice flight.
>The three of you reach the bottom of the steps, and Kagerou seems to sniff the air.
>"Okay, I got a trail." she says, "It's faint, but it should eventually lead us right to her."
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>"Let's hurry then, before nighttime."
>Start running.
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>Hmm, if we find Renko, what will we do then ? I mean, she probably won't want to face trial for her actions, yet she also won't have anywhere safe to stay....
>Follow that cute wolfgirl !
>"Umm Miss Kagerou, i know it might be a little dumb, but with those wolf ears, does it mean you have no human ears ?"
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>Hmm, if we find Renko, what will we do then ? I mean, she probably won't want to face trial for her actions, yet she also won't have anywhere safe to stay....
>You think about what to do should you find Renko... You honestly haven't thought that far ahead...
>"Let's hurry then, before nighttime."
>Start running.
>Follow that cute wolfgirl !
>The three of you quickly take off, following Kagerou into the woods.
>"Umm Miss Kagerou, i know it might be a little dumb, but with those wolf ears, does it mean you have no human ears ?"
>"Well... Erm... I kinda..." Kagerou mumbles as she finishes her sentence, and you can't hear the last words clearly...
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>"It's okay if you don't. My ears can't hear as well as yours or Chen's."
>We have to ask Renko why she did it. Ask her if she meant to or not. But we've got to know if she's safe or not first.
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>And figuring out if she's safe or not means finding her!
>Keep going...
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>"I wouldn`t mind having ears that hear so well...."
>Keep going even further.
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>"It's okay if you don't. My ears can't hear as well as yours or Chen's."
>"Well, actually..." Kagerou begins, "You know what, nevermind. We still need to find this friend of yours."
>"I wouldn`t mind having ears that hear so well...."
>You notice Kagerou and Chen's ears twitch. You can't really see it, but you think Kagerou just smirked.
>We have to ask Renko why she did it. Ask her if she meant to or not. But we've got to know if she's safe or not first.
>You decide that once you find her, the first thing you're going to ask her is "Why?" assuming she's safe.
>And figuring out if she's safe or not means finding her!
>Keep going...
>Keep going even further.
>Of course, the only way you're going to find that out is if you press onwards.
>As you go further into the woods, you notice a shimmering humanoid figure hanging from a tree up ahead, judging from past experience, it might be Koishi.
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>"I-I need to talk to you, please."
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>Do before Miniking`s:"Wait ! I see someone."
>Use our Indiana Jones Whip to drag Koishi here.
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>Hm... I'd like to experiment with Koishi. I'm unsure though, as I don't want it to be dangerous to her.
Even though she stole 1st place unexplainably in that popularity poll that shall not be mentioned. Should we try to open a tear in her barrier?
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>Do before Miniking`s:"Wait ! I see someone."
>"Nya~? Where?" Chen questions.
>Kagerou stops and begins looking around.
>Use our Indiana Jones Whip to drag Koishi here.
>With a mighty crack you drag Koishi over to you.
>Wait, where did this whip even come from!?!
>"I-I need to talk to you, please."
>"Who are you taking to?" Kagerou looks at you with a raised eyebrow.
>Koishi seems to be swinging back and forth by her legs from the tree branch without a care in the world...
>Hm... I'd like to experiment with Koishi. I'm unsure though, as I don't want it to be dangerous to her. Even though she stole 1st place unexplainably in that popularity poll that shall not be mentioned. Should we try to open a tear in her barrier?
>Should you?
>_
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>"Hold on."
>Approach her and attempt to tear her barrier wall thingy with Mini-Yukari Hacks.
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>On one hand, we could make her visible forcefully. On the other, we could hurt her. And there's still other unknown effects that could happen... Sigh, let's do it.
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>"Hold on."
>Approach her and attempt to tear her barrier wall thingy with Mini-Yukari Hacks.
>On one hand, we could make her visible forcefully. On the other, we could hurt her. And there's still other unknown effects that could happen... Sigh, let's do it.
>You hesitate for a moment, but make a tear in Koishi's barrier...
>Koishi falls off the tree, the barrier seems to have contracted so that it covers her third eye. A large crack is present in the barrier, and it seems to be growing.
>She doubles over on the ground, the third eye underneath the barrier seems to be spazzing out slightly.
>"Where did she come from!?!" Kagerou exclaims.
>"Is she okay!?!" Chen asks.
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>Manually close the tear!
>"Koishi, are you okay!?"
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>"Oh no ! I didn`t think this would happen !"
>Kneel and examine her.
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>Manually close the tear!
>You attempt to shut the tear, the main crack fades, but almost immediately several smaller cracks appear all over the barrier, growing quickly.
>"Koishi, are you okay!?"
>"Who... are you...? What's... happening...?" she asks, whimpering.
>"Oh no ! I didn`t think this would happen !"
>Kneel and examine her.
>The cracks in the barrier over her third eye are expanding rapidly, and the entire barrier begins flickering and looks like it will fail any second now. Koishi is doubled over on the ground, and her third eye is still spazzing out.
>Chen and Kagerou are giving you and Koishi worried looks.
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>Concentrate and try to fix the cracks to the best of our ability. Don't give up!
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>Concentrate and try to fix the cracks to the best of our ability. Don't give up!
>You try to fix the cracks, but more appear as you repair each one. Despite your efforts, the barrier around the eye shatters completely.
>At that instant, the eyelids on the closed eye rapidly force themselves open, revealing an iris and pupil staring right at you. The pupil immediately contracts, as if it hasn't seen light in years.
>Koishi goes completely silent for a few seconds, while the eye begins darting between the three of you. A look of complete shock draws itself over Koishi's face.
>Immediately she clutches the head, and starts screaming, the eye starts darting around rapidly, pupil still contracted.
>"MAKE IT STOP!! MAKE THE VOICES STOP!!!" She yells at the top of her lungs, before running to the nearest tree and proceeding to beat her head against it repeatedly.
>Chen and Kagerou look very concerned.
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>Oh no, oh no !
>Panic
>"What do we do ? I know nothing of the kind of youkai she is and how to treat her."
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>Grab her.
>"K-Koishi, stop!"
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>Oh no, oh no !
>Panic
>You start freaking out.
>"What do we do ? I know nothing of the kind of youkai she is and how to treat her."
>"I don't know!" Kagerou exclaims, "Maybe we can stop her from hurting herself, for starters."
>Grab her.
>"K-Koishi, stop!"
>You grab onto Koishi and pull her away from the tree, she struggles hard in your grasp and you can barely keep a grip on her.
>"LET ME GO!! I HAVE TO MAKE THE VOICES STOP!!!" she screams, before looking you directly in the eyes with a betrayed look, "WHY DID YOU DO THAT!?!?!"
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>"I'm sorry! I've been screwing up left and right, and I didn't mean for any of this to happen! Please stop! I don't want anyone else to get hurt!"
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>Hug her to try and try to stop her rampage.
>Didn`t someone say that she is a mind reader youkai ? Let`s try emptying out thoughts a bit.
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>"I'm sorry! I've-"
>"B-But I have to stop the voices..." she says before you can finish speaking, her third eye is making contact with you, "S-So you didn't mean- AAAAGH! IT'S HAPPENING ALREADY! YOU HATE ME NOW! YOU HATE ME NOW!!!" she forces herself out of your grasp and runs towards the tree again, bending over to pick up a large rock...
>Hug her to try and try to stop her rampage.
>But you act quickly and embrace her before she can grab it. She starts struggling.
>Didn`t someone say that she is a mind reader youkai ? Let`s try emptying out thoughts a bit.
>You try to empty your mind. A task easier said than done... You are unable to do so completely, and thoughts of finding Renko are still there.
>"I AM NOT A WEIRDO!!!" She yells at Kagerou, who is within sight of her third eye.
>Kagerou looks stunned, "S... So you are a satori! I-I thought so... Look, I didn't-"
>"AAAAAAAAHHHH!!! NO! S-STOP THINKING OF ME LIKE THA- OH NO I DID IT AGAIN!!!" She starts trembling in your grasp.
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>Yukari could make a tear to another place right? Can we try that?
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>Keep hugging her.
>"It doesn`t matter what youkai you are or if you can read minds or not, it`s who you are that counts ! You`re still Koishi, the happy playful girl that`s my friend !"
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>Yukari could make a tear to another place right? Can we try that?
>You try to make a tear to somewhere else, but you can't seem to find a boundary to make a tear in...
>Keep hugging her.
>"It doesn`t matter what youkai you are or if you can read minds or not, it`s who you are that counts ! You`re still Koishi, the happy playful girl that`s my friend !"
>"B-But! B-But!" she trembles, before looking at Chen, "AAAAH! SHE HATES ME NOW TOO!!"
>"Wha-!?! N-No!" Chen hastily replies, "You read my mind wro-"
>"I-I DID IT AGAIN!! I'M SORRY!!! AAAAAH! LET ME GO! LET ME GO!" she struggles again, trying to break your grasp, "P-Please... Let me go! I need to silence the..."
>You feel something wet drip onto your hand, a tear, perhaps...
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>"Don`t cry..... i`ll cry too if you cry...."
>Console her, nobody hates her, we don`t hate her.
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>[HUGGING INTENSIFIES]
>"I don't care if you can read my mind or not, it doesn't hurt and I'm not afraid of it."
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>"Don`t cry..... i`ll cry too if you cry...."
>Koishi seems to break down into more tears.
>Console her, nobody hates her, we don`t hate her.
>[HUGGING INTENSIFIES]
//Hmm... I swear I've seen that before on a certain other quest, Miniking...
>You increase the intensity of your hug. Attempting to console Koishi.
>"I don't care if you can read my mind or not, it doesn't hurt and I'm not afraid of it."
>"D... Do you really mean that...?" Koishi sniffles.
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What do you mean, we totally never had this on a Quest with Sword users.
>We can let the tears go out now. :,(
>Sniffle:"Yeah ! I-i really like how you are always having fun in some way !"
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>"You're the friendliest person I've met here."
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>We can let the tears go out now. :,(
>You begin crying as well.
>Sniffle:"Yeah ! I-i really like how you are always having fun in some way !"
>"Th-That was because I didn't care about anything anymore... N-Now it feels like I've woken up from a silly dream to f-find myself in a nightmare..."
>"You're the friendliest person I've met here."
>She sniffles again, "Y-You really think so...?"
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>"Yes. You were really cheerful in everything you did. And you even helped me like it was nothing. I need your help again though Koishi..."
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>"Yes. You were really cheerful in everything you did. And you even helped me like it was nothing. I need your help again though Koishi..."
>"B-But how could I help you... I-I won't read minds for you if that's what you're thinking! I won't!"
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>"I won't ask you that. I just want to know... H-Have you seen R-Renko recently. I-If so, p-please tell me where."
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>"And..... did you....... actually know what happened back there ........ ?"
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>"I won't ask you that. I just want to know... H-Have you seen R-Renko recently. I-If so, p-please tell me where."
>"Renko... You were thinking about her a minute ago... You were worri- AAAAH! I'M SORRY! I DIDN'T MEAN TO READ YOU!" Koishi begins freaking out again.
>"And..... did you....... actually know what happened back there ........ ?"
>She calms down for a few seconds, "B-Back where...?"
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>"Don`t worry, i don`t mind you reading my mind, stopping you from doing it would be like stopping a bird from flying."
>"And back at the alley incident in the village, you.... knew what happened.... right ?"
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>"I already told you that I don't care if you read my mind or not. It doesn't matter."
>"Please tell me if you saw Renko or not. You can't understand how worried I am about her."
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>"I already told you that I don't care if you read my mind or not. It doesn't matter."
>"Don`t worry, i don`t mind you reading my mind, stopping you from doing it would be like stopping a bird from flying."
>"Y-You don't have to stop me from doing it... I-I'll stop myself like I did before..." She takes her third eye in one of her hands, "A-And then everything will be fine... So what if I lose myself again..."
>"Please tell me if you saw Renko or not. You can't understand how worried I am about her."
>"I'm sorry... But the last time I saw her, she was with you at Eientei..."
>"And back at the alley incident in the village, you.... knew what happened.... right ?"
>She slowly nods.
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>"..... why didn`t you tell me......?"
>"Wait ! Don`t ! Why do you want so badly to refuse that part of yours ? I don`t want you to just seal away a part of you forever...."
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>"Thank you...But Koishi, if you do that again, you won't care about anything, right? If you don't care about anything, then you'll hurt more people, emotionally and physically. Do you want to hurt others just to save yourself?"
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>"..... why didn`t you tell me......?"
>"I sensed her fear... It was similar to a fear I felt about Kokoro-chan.... I-I guess I just felt... sorry for her..."
>"Wait ! Don`t ! Why do you want so badly to refuse that part of yours ? I don`t want you to just seal away a part of you forever...."
>"Let's just say my kind isn't exactly liked among youkai..." she begins, "I've seen firsthand the hatred that fills the eyes of humans and youkai alike when they look upon other satori... Including my sister... because of what we can do... I closed my eye because I thought people wouldn't hate a satori that couldn't read them... And despite the effects it had on me... It worked..."
>"Thank you...But Koishi, if you do that again, you won't care about anything, right? If you don't care about anything, then you'll hurt more people, emotionally and physically. Do you want to hurt others just to save yourself?"
>"You... wouldn't understand... Besides... there are some things I won't stop caring about, even if I seal off my mind again... Such as my family..."
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>"But what about us ? Would you stop caring about us ...... ?"
>"Wait, do you also know why she did that ? I can`t imagine her doing that without a good reason."
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>"What do you mean I wouldn't understand!? I've kept my abilities secret from everyone in the outside world. The only other person I revealed them to was Renko. I can see things others can't and even tamper with them. I could even do this to you. Not only that, but I've started to learn how to fly and shoot danmaku. If Renko saw me now... besides my appearance, she'd probably just think I became a youkai..."
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>"But what about us ? Would you stop caring about us ...... ?"
>"I would probably treat you exactly the way I did when we met in the Human Village..."
>"Wait, do you also know why she did that ? I can`t imagine her doing that without a good reason."
>"Sorry... But I don't... I only looked at the emotional part of her subconscious..."
>"What do you mean I wouldn't understand!? I've kept my abilities secret from everyone in the outside world. The only other person I revealed them to was Renko. I can see things others can't and even tamper with them. I could even do this to you. Not only that, but I've started to learn how to fly and shoot danmaku. If Renko saw me now... besides my appearance, she'd probably just think I became a youkai..."
>"But that's completely diff- You know what nevermind... I was right... you wouldn't understand...."
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>"Even if I don't understand though, can you really do this to yourself? After you've been given the opportunity to go back?"
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>"Even if I don't understand though, can you really do this to yourself? After you've been given the opportunity to go back?"
>"Look, if I don't seal my eye again, I'll eventually become as disliked as my sister... I... I don't want that...!"
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>"I-I'll dislike you if you go through with this. A-And I won't be your friend anymore because you won't be who you really are."
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>"I-I'll dislike you if you go through with this. A-And I won't be your friend anymore because you won't be who you really are."
>"D... Do you really mean that...?"
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>"Yes I do! I really mean it Koishi."
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>"Yes I do! I really mean it Koishi."
>Koishi remains silent for several moments.
>"But you are just one friend... Better you dislike me than having everyone disliking me... Besides... I still have my other friends..."
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>"If you really feel that way, t-then I hope you're happy and that it's worth it...K...Koishi....K-Kagerou... P-Please tell me you still have Renko's scent..."
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>"... and.. would they really be your friends if they can't tolerate this part of your ?"
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>"If you really feel that way, t-then I hope you're happy and that it's worth it...K...Koishi....K-Kagerou... P-Please tell me you still have Renko's scent..."
>"I still have it." Kagerou replies, "Don't worry."
>"... and.. would they really be your friends if they can't tolerate this part of your ?"
>"Well... They've never seen this part of me..." Koishi argues "So how can they not tolerate it?"
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>"So your-, never mind."
>If Koishi wants to talk later, that's fine, but we can't do that at the moment. Renko is still top priority.
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//We can't really stop being her friend just because she sealed away that part of her right ? She'll still be Koishi in a sense..
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//I'm not sure this text is safe from Koishi. Whoops, I said that as if it was a bad thing!
//I don't know what to do or say here, to be honest, so I'll just let ya'll handle it.
//The worst two parts are that 1) We wouldn't even have had to handle this drama if we hadn't used our powers...
//But 2) How were we supposed to know any of this would happen? (Aside from meta knowledge, maybe, but I don't like to use that in RP)
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>"So your-, never mind."
>If Koishi wants to talk later, that's fine, but we can't do that at the moment. Renko is still top priority.
>You decide that Renko is more important than Koishi right now.
>"Um... Can you... let go of me now...?" Koishi asks.
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>Let go.
>"Um... as long as you're not gonna start smashing your head into a tree again. I can't let you do something like that!"
>CONCERN
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>"Just remember that i care about you, no matter what."
>Give her a warm smile and a pat in the back.
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>Feel a bit bad about telling her that we'd dislike her...
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>Let go.
>You release Koishi, who turns towards you.
>"Um... as long as you're not gonna start smashing your head into a tree again. I can't let you do something like that!"
>CONCERN
>"Don't worry, I won't... My head is starting to adapt to the voices now... They're not as... Discomforting..."
>"Just remember that i care about you, no matter what."
>Give her a warm smile and a pat in the back.
>"Really...? Do you mean that...? I mean, I already read the answ- AAAAAH!" she immediately looks away and shields her third eye's gaze with her hand, "Sorry! Sorry! I didn't mean to!"
>Feel a bit bad about telling her that we'd dislike her...
>Her third eye peeks through a gap her fingers, and you see her frown slightly, as if she's reading your guilty thoughts. She quickly closes her fingers, blocking her third eye's line of sight completely.
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>To be honest, this voice feels bad about the entire situation.
>The satori get no love to such a serious degree that Koishi winds up... basically disabling her ability (and part of her mind?) so as not to be ostrachized. That doesn't seem healthy.
>And by fiddling around with the boundaries we just reopened some old wounds... We didn't even have any idea at all that this was what was going to happen, which, in some ways, makes it even worse...
>"Sorry..."
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>"You shouldn't be the one who's sorry here. I'm sorry for what I said earlier and what I thought. And...for causing this in the first place."
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>To be honest, this voice feels bad about the entire situation.
>The satori get no love to such a serious degree that Koishi winds up... basically disabling her ability (and part of her mind?) so as not to be ostrachized. That doesn't seem healthy.
>And by fiddling around with the boundaries we just reopened some old wounds... We didn't even have any idea at all that this was what was going to happen, which, in some ways, makes it even worse...
>Koishi seems to calm down a little and uncovers her third eye, only for the eye to lock on you once again as you reminisce on how this situation is your fault, she frowns.
>"Sorry..."
>"You shouldn't be the one who's sorry here. I'm sorry for what I said earlier and what I thought. And...for causing this in the first place."
>"It's fine... You had no idea that this would happen... You can't really be held accountable for that, right?"
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>"But I've already made so much things worse today. Nothing good has come from me coming here. And it was my choice to do so too."
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>"Maybe i shouldn't even have come....."
>Realize that our group is still waiting and we'll have to go soon.
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>"But I've already made so much things worse today. Nothing good has come from me coming here. And it was my choice to do so too."
>"Maybe i shouldn't even have come....."
>Chen comes over and pats your back, "Hey... Not everything has gone bad since you got here, right? You made some new friends, you're learning to fly and shoot danmaku, so that's something, right?"
>"You know... Despite what you may believe about yourself... She does have a point..." Koishi remarks.
>Realize that our group is still waiting and we'll have to go soon.
>You realize that everyone is still waiting on you.
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>"I guess so, but things have gone so terribly that I couldn't help but overlook those."
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>"And i guess since everyone else is ok, we should just try to find Renko." Look to Koishi:"Will you please join us, Koishi ? I bet you would help us a lot."
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>"I guess so, but things have gone so terribly that I couldn't help but overlook those."
>"And i guess since everyone else is ok, we should just try to find Renko." Look to Koishi:"Will you please join us, Koishi ? I bet you would help us a lot."
>"Yes, we should probably get going." Kagerou remarks, "The more time we waste, the closer it gets to nightfall, and that's when most of the human-eaters are active..."
>Koishi thinks for a moment, "Do you plan on... using me for my abilities...?" she questions.
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>"No. I gotta find Renko, and Kagerou should know where she went. You don't have to do anything you don't want to. You can just tag along."
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>"It`s just the more people we have, the better our chances at finding Renko, the only abilities you need to use is flight, and everyone can do that ! Well, except me for now....
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>"No. I gotta find Renko, and Kagerou should know where she went. You don't have to do anything you don't want to. You can just tag along."
>"It`s just the more people we have, the better our chances at finding Renko, the only abilities you need to use is flight, and everyone can do that ! Well, except me for now....
>She remains silent for a few moments, "Alright," she smiles slightly, "I-I'll tag along..."
>You notice her third eye dart to Kagerou, prompting Koishi to frown.
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>"Thank you." Try to hug Koishi for a second. "I really hope you can be happy."
>"Okay Kagerou, please lead the way."
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>Also pet her !
>Follow !
>"So Koishi, how was your first time trying to fly like ?"
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>"Thank you." Try to hug Koishi for a second. "I really hope you can be happy."
>You give Koishi a hug.
>"I... I hope so too..." she replies.
>Also pet her !
>You give Koishi a pat on the head. She doesn't seem to react to it.
>"Okay Kagerou, please lead the way."
>"Alright." says Kagerou, "The trail's this way, come on."
>She begins walking off into the woods.
>Follow !
>"So Koishi, how was your first time trying to fly like ?"
>You begin following Kagerou.
>"Oh, flying...? Well... um... honestly... I kinda don't remember... " Koishi scratches her head in embarrassment, "It was a long time ago, you know?"
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>"Just try to think about getting off the ground and flying. That's how I've started learning."
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>"Just try to think about getting off the ground and flying. That's how I've started learning."
>"Oh, I didn't say I didn't remember how to fly," Koishi corrects, "I meant I don't remember what my first time flying was like..."
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>"Oh, sorry... Uh, I remember my first time flying though..."
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>"Oh, sorry... Uh, I remember my first time flying though..."
>"Well, that's nice, I guess..."
>The three of you continue on through the woods, when all of the sudden the three of you hear what sounds like several distant, loud bangs.
>Kagerou's ears twitch, "It sounds like it's coming from the direction of the trail..."
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>"N-No........."
>Try to find the source.
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>"We have to hurry!"
>Whichever direction Kagerou indicates, let's goooo
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>Don't stop running, but let's think for a sec.
>Renko dropped her gun at the shrine after she saw us. Unless she was carrying another one, that might not be hers...
>Were the three bangs fired in quick succession? Or was it a while (maybe a second or so) in between bangs?
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>"N-No........."
>Koishi turns to look at you, her third eye's gaze meeting yours, she immediately seems to know what you're thinking...
>"...Hey... L-Let's not jump to conclusions... Oh!" she turns away, breaking her third eye's contact with you, "Um... sorry...!"
>Try to find the source.
>You listen for the source of the sound, it seems to be coming from the direction you're all heading towards. Listening closely to the sound itself, it doesn't sound quite like a gunshot sound, but you can't be sure at this distance.
>"We have to hurry!"
>Everyone nods.
>Whichever direction Kagerou indicates, let's goooo
>Kagerou quickly bounds off into the woods, you, Chen, and Koishi follow quickly, as fast as you can.
>The distant sounds are getting louder.
>Don't stop running, but let's think for a sec.
>Renko dropped her gun at the shrine after she saw us. Unless she was carrying another one, that might not be hers...
>Were the three bangs fired in quick succession? Or was it a while (maybe a second or so) in between bangs?
>You also remember that Yukari too the gun, so she couldn't have retrieved it. You honestly don't know if she was carrying another.
>The sounds seem to be sporadic, sometimes in groups in quick succession, while other times its a second or two between bangs.
>You continue running until you reach a small clearing, on the other side you think you can see light and movement in the between the trees.
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>Oh God, if she does have another gun, then that means she could be running from something.
>Press forward.
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>Chen, Kagerou, and Koishi are here to protect us if there's a youkai. Don't stop!
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//This is probably a bit meta, given that Maribel's not exactly a gun expert.
Let's assume for now that the sounds we're hearing are gunshots as opposed to fireworks or whatever.
The fact that the sounds came in several groups in quick succession and also sometimes came in single shots suggests that the weapon is at least semi-automatic as opposed to bolt-action/pump-action (the action of cycling the bolt or pumping the pump would probably take more than a second), and that it's got a capacity of several rounds (at least ten, I'd guess).
In other words... It could be a submachine gun, an semi/full-auto shotgun, a semi/full-auto rifle, a semi-automatic pistol, or even a machine gun...
However, I doubt it would be very easy to fire just a single round from an automatic weapon unless there was a 'semi' setting on it (I've only ever fired guns in videogames so correct me if I'm wrong), which suggests a semi-automatic weapon.
But if the shooter was experienced, they might be able to let off just a single round at a time, so the weapon might be fully-automatic after all...
Not sure how useful this actually is, but just putting my thoughts down.
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//The only shooter Merry knows of here is Renko. She's heard of the shopkeeper who had a shotgun before. I think that's the only ones.
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//The only shooter Merry knows of here is Renko. She's heard of the shopkeeper who had a shotgun before. I think that's the only ones.
Like I said, I have no idea if the thoughts I've put down will be of any use. But the fact the shots were sometimes fired in short bursts means it's not the shotshopkeeper (unless the shotgun were semi/full-auto).
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>Oh God, if she does have another gun, then that means she could be running from something.
>You realize that if Renko does indeed have another gun, then these might be shots of self-defense.
>Press forward.
>Chen, Kagerou, and Koishi are here to protect us if there's a youkai. Don't stop!
>You start to run through the clearing, confident that your friends will protect you.
>You barely make it a few meters when you spot someone run out of the treeline on the other side.
>It's Renko! But she appears to be running from something. A few seconds later, a group of fairies fly out after her, merrily shooting danmaku, one of them is sporadically shooting large bullets that, after flying for a while, explode with a loud bang, releasing smaller danmaku in all directions.
>The sound of the explosion sounds similar to, but slightly quieter than a gunshot.
>Renko seems to be barely outrunning the curtain of bullets behind her. For now, at least.
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>"Y-You guys stop those fairies!" Tell this to Kagerou and the others.
>Keep running after Renko.
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>Try and fling some big spherical bullets at a fairy if there's any in the way of us getting to Renko.
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>Ok, so not a gun after all!
>Although she still seems to be in a spot of bother...
>Yell at the fairies to stop.
>Or, yeah, just shoot them if they won't stop...
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>"Y-You guys stop those fairies!"
>"Got it." Kagerou nods, before taking to the air and launching a ton of danmaku at the fairy group.
>Chen and Koishi join in as well.
>Ok, so not a gun after all!
>Although she still seems to be in a spot of bother...
>Thankfully, it wasn't another firearm, but unfortunately, it seems you were right about her running from something.
>Yell at the fairies to stop.
>Or, yeah, just shoot them if they won't stop...
>Try and fling some big spherical bullets at a fairy if there's any in the way of us getting to Renko.
>You yell at the fairies to stop, but they don't seem to listen...
>You concentrate and imagine large spheres. You quickly fire a line of spheres at the few fairies closest to you, which seems to catch them off guard, causing their bodies to explode in a shower of white sparks.
>Keep running after Renko.
>You run towards Renko, and soon catch sight of one of the explosive shots floating behind her beginning to flash. She also seems to be heading for a small, one foot drop-off that you don't think she can see from her angle.
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>"Renko, watch out!"
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>"Renko, watch out!"
>"Huh!?!" Renko looks in your direction, but in doing so, she stops paying attention to the ground below her and trips over a root, toppling over the drop-off. The bullet floats over her before exploding, showering her in danmaku.
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>"RENKOOO!"
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>Get to Renko, NOW!
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>"RENKOOO!"
>Get to Renko, NOW!
>You hastily run over to Renko as your companions finish off the fairies.
>Her clothing is all torn, and there are slight marks all over her back, but there doesn't seem to be any lasting injuries from the danmaku. Near her head is a rock, with a small blood stain on it. She must have hit her head against it when she fell. She looks like she's out cold...
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>do we know CPR?
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>"H-Help!"
>Check her pulse. Is she still alive!?
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//Head injuries have a pretty high chance of causing brain damage in reality, I think.
When it comes to fiction, it's pretty much the author's decision.
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>do we know CPR?
>You do not.
>"H-Help!"
>Check her pulse. Is she still alive!?
>You check Renko's pulse...
>She's alive, but unconscious.
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>Check if she's still bleeding. Do we have anything to bandage it with? Do so if we do. Use an article of clothing we have if it could work.
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>Renko's gonna need that injury checked by a doctor...
>The only doctor we know is Erin, but it would be a somewhat strange situation to treat a shooter in the very same hospital that two of the shooter's victims were hospitalized in...
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>Check if she's still bleeding. Do we have anything to bandage it with? Do so if we do. Use an article of clothing we have if it could work.
>You turn Renko over to assess the situation.
>There is an open wound on her head. It's not too serious, but you should probably bandage it.
>Tearing a small portion off the bottom of your dress, you make a makeshift bandage and apply it to Renko's head.
>Renko's gonna need that injury checked by a doctor...
>The only doctor we know is Erin, but it would be a somewhat strange situation to treat a shooter in the very same hospital that two of the shooter's victims were hospitalized in...
>She will probably need medical attention, though, it would be a bit awkward if she ended up at Eientei...
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>We still need help somehow though. We either have to find another place, go to Eientei, or risk trying to tear and cross the border again. The last choice is also unreasonable, as we'll likely faint like we did the first time. Right now, Eientei is the best choice.
>Start carrying Renko if we can.
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>We still need help somehow though. We either have to find another place, go to Eientei, or risk trying to tear and cross the border again. The last choice is also unreasonable, as we'll likely faint like we did the first time. Right now, Eientei is the best choice.
>Start carrying Renko if we can.
>Deciding Eientei is the best option, you carefully pick up Renko.
>Meanwhile, Chen, Koishi, and Kagerou have dispatched of most of the fairies, the last few are running away.
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>"Thank you for helping me find Renko guys... Can I still ask for help getting to Eientei?"
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Uh oh, this ain't good.
>Raf: Feel frustrated you won't get to know why Renko shot Reimu and Mamizou.
>How heavy is Renko ?
>Try harder to hover a la Ran.
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//Whelp, the game archive updated. Daiyousei Quest and Sakuya Quest got on it... Yet for some reason the mod missed this one...
Apparently this quest is so unpopular it isn't worth mentioning lol.
>"Thank you for helping me find Renko guys... Can I still ask for help getting to Eientei?"
>"Huh? Eientei? Why- oh..." Kagerou replies, "Yes, certainly."
>"Is she alright?" Koishi asks.
>"So that's Renko?" says Chen.
>How heavy is Renko ?
>Somewhat heavy, but you should be able to carry her like this for a while before getting tired.
>Try harder to hover a la Ran.
>You try your hardest to hover. You manage to do so. But the problem is you don't know if you can move forward in the air. All other times before you found it difficult to do so.
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>"S-She hit her head. But...she seems okay for now... I-I'm really happy we could find her before..."
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>"S-She hit her head. But...she seems okay for now... I-I'm really happy we could find her before..."
>Koishi smiles, "Yeah... I'm glad we found her too..."
>"So... Are we walking or flying back to Eientei?" Chen asks.
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>"I haven't learned how to fly properly yet..."
>Float, and try to lean our body forwards slightly.
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>"I haven't learned how to fly properly yet..."
>Float, and try to lean our body forwards slightly.
>You are already floating, so you lean your body forward. You immediately feel begin to fall with Renko in your arms, however, Koishi and Chen manage to catch you before you do.
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>"I'm sorry. We should walk..."
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>"I'm sorry. We should walk..."
>"Eientei is this way..." Kagerou begins walking.
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>Follow Kagerou. Again.
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>Follow Kagerou. Again.
>You begin following Kagerou once more. The four of you keep walking until you reach the edge of the woods, the bamboo forest can be seen far in the distance across the plain...
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>Keep walking.
>"Could you guys teach me how to fly? I still don't fully understand..."
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>"I can kinda hover, but it`s hard to control."
>Keep walking.Johnnie Walker
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Waka cross the street. Waka dog on a lease. Waka Texas Ranger. Luke Sky Waka-
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>Keep walking.
>Keep walking.Johnnie Walker
>You do so.
>"Could you guys teach me how to fly? I still don't fully understand..."
>"I can kinda hover, but it`s hard to control."
>"Well, if you can get off the ground then you seem to have the basics..." Kagerou replies, "At this point, all I can advise is practice. If you keep practicing, you should be able to move through the air soon enough..."
>"I think Kagerou's right." Chen adds, "I mean, if you can get off the ground, you're like halfway flying already, right?"
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>"I guess."
>Practice floating occasionally as we continue to the bamboo forest.
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>"I guess."
>Practice floating occasionally as we continue to the bamboo forest.
>As your group makes its way to the edge of the forest, you periodically practice floating. You can get a good two feet off the ground now before you start to falter. You would try to go higher than this, but it would risk accidentally dropping Renko.
>After several minutes, the four of you reach the edge of the forest and begin heading down the road to Eientei.
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>Stop trying to float for now.
>Examine Renko.
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>Examine ourselves too.
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>Stop trying to float for now.
>You stop practicing your floating.
>Examine Renko.
>Renko's clothing is torn, though it's mostly on her back where the danmaku pelted her.
>She has a few scrapes here and there, but nothing as bad as her head wound, and even that isn't a serious injury.
>She's still unconscious. She looks kinda peaceful...
>Examine ourselves too.
>Your dress is torn from creating that makeshift bandage, and you're a little tired. Other than that you're practically fine, physically.
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>"I really hope things can go better from here..."
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>"I really hope things can go better from here..."
>"Well, you already found your friend," Chen says, "That means things are already starting to get better, right?"
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>"Yes...But I need to talk to her. To know why all of this happened."
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>Keep going, of course.
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>"Yes...But I need to talk to her. To know why all of this happened."
>"Do you... think she will tell you...?" Koishi turns to look at you as you walk.
>Keep going, of course.
>As this is happening, your group presses onward. You have reached the fork in the road.
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>"With how things have been between us lately, no..."
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>"With how things have been between us lately, no..."
>"So then... How do you plan on... getting her to tell you...?"
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>"I just... i know her, she wouldn`t do such a thing if she didn`t have a great reason, i want to know what was that reason, why would she hide it ?"
>Let out a sigh.
>"She is still my best friend after all that happened...."
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>"She'll say she was protecting herself... Then we'll know, and we can work on the next problem together..."
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>"I just... i know her, she wouldn`t do such a thing if she didn`t have a great reason, i want to know what was that reason, why would she hide it ?"
>Let out a sigh.
>"She is still my best friend after all that happened...."
>"And can you be sure that she thinks the same...?"
>"She'll say she was protecting herself... Then we'll know, and we can work on the next problem together..."
>"And how can you be so certain about that...?"
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>"I`m not, i just trust the fact that i have lived along her so long and shared so many things that i wouldn`t with other people, such as my powers, if i keep doubting her like this, then i don`t deserve to be her friend !"
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>"Besides, she's still my friend Renko, and that won't change."
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We should take her to eirin, she could properly heal the wound and hopefully get the answers out of her as to why she shot reimu.
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>"I`m not, i just trust the fact that i have lived along her so long and shared so many things that i wouldn`t with other people, such as my powers, if i keep doubting her like this, then i don`t deserve to be her friend !"
>"Besides, she's still my friend Renko, and that won't change."
>"You were really that close, weren't you...?" Koishi continues, "Well then... I hope you find the information you need."
>Your group reaches the entrance of Eientei. A few rabbits give your group some odd looks, while some others step back at the sight of Kagerou. You see Koishi put a hand over something in front of her, she's likely covering her third eye.
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>"How are you feeling Koishi?"
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>"Don`t worry, we`re here with you."
>Walk up to the entrance and enter !
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>"How are you feeling Koishi?"
>She sighs, "About the same..."
>"Don`t worry, we`re here with you."
>Walk up to the entrance and enter !
>You give Koishi some reassuring words and enter Eientei.
>You find yourself in the lobby once more. Groups of rabbits glance at your group as they pass by. There seems to be a different receptionist at the counter now.
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>"We won't be able to see Eirin just yet. She might still be busy with something else..."
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>"We won't be able to see Eirin just yet. She might still be busy with something else..."
>"Alright." Chen replies.
>Koishi nods.
>"Well, it's been fun," says Kagerou, "But I don't think you guys really need me for anything else. So I should probably get going." she turns to you, "Don't forget, you owe me later..."
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>"Thank you."
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>"Thank you."
>"No problem." Kagerou replies as she starts heading for the door.
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>Move towards the counter.
>"Hello could you please help me ? My friend here was running from some fairies when she tripped and hit her head on a rock. Is anyone available to aid her ?"
>"And would by chance Mamizou be awake ?"
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>Move towards the counter.
>You carry Renko to the counter, the receptionist eyes your group curiously
>"Hello could you please help me ? My friend here was running from some fairies when she tripped and hit her head on a rock. Is anyone available to aid her ?"
>"Dr. Yagokoro is currently busy with the princess." says the receptionist, "Reisen might be available. If you like, I can lead you to a vacant room where you can wait until I get her."
>"And would by chance Mamizou be awake ?"
>"The patient in room 108? No. I do believe she is still unconscious."
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>"Yes please."
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>How is Renko`s head ?
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>"Yes please."
>The receptionist nods before standing up. "This way, please."
>How is Renko`s head ?
>You can't tell due to the makeshift bandage obscuring the injury, but you don't think it's any worse than it was before.
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>Follow the receptionist.
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>Follow the receptionist.
>You follow the receptionist down the hallway, she leads your group into an empty room labeled "125"
>"Place her on the bed and wait here." she says, "I'll go get Reisen."
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>Do as she told.
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>"I hope she`s alright... How are you guys doing ?"
>Sit on a chair or something similar after we put Renko down.
>Examine sleeping Renko, does she have her Satchel ?
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>Do as she told.
>You set Renko down on a bed in the room as the rabbit leaves.
>"I hope she`s alright... How are you guys doing ?"
>"I'm fine." Koishi replies.
>"Me too. And you?" Chen asks.
>Sit on a chair or something similar after we put Renko down.
>You walk over to a chair on the opposite end of the room and sit down.
>Examine sleeping Renko, does she have her Satchel ?
>She does.
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>Bring the chair closer to Renko.
>"I'm really worried. There's too many questions to be asked. Will she be fine? How will she react to this? What's going to happen next?"
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>Bring the chair closer to Renko.
>You bring the chair to Renko's bedside...
>"I'm really worried. There's too many questions to be asked. Will she be fine? How will she react to this? What's going to happen next?"
>"Well... Maybe everything will turn out alright...?" says Chen, "I mean, you gotta stay positive, right?"
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>"I really wish I could now, but things have gotten really bad... But...I guess it's not as bad as it could've been... At least we found Renko, and she's alive."
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>It's invasive, but maybe we should check Renko's satchel? After she goes around shooting people, it's not exactly unjustified...
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>"I really wish I could now, but things have gotten really bad... But...I guess it's not as bad as it could've been... At least we found Renko, and she's alive."
>"That's the spirit! Just keep hoping for the best and everything will turn out okay! ...Right?"
>It's invasive, but maybe we should check Renko's satchel? After she goes around shooting people, it's not exactly unjustified...
>You consider checking Renko's satchel. It's not like anything is stopping you from doing so...
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>"But we've been hoping for the best all day. Then that started to turn into hoping for something decently good..."
>We can't just invade her privacy, that'd destroy her trust if she found out. We haven't even heard her reasoning for this.
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>Let's quit all that ultra mopey talk. We can't just ooze depression out of every orifice -all- day! We even found Renko, so, let's look up for now.
...okaaay, I guess we can wait and talk to Renko first.
>Wait for someone to come (or Renko to wake up)
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>Gently start stroking her hair.
>"Let`s just wait."
>"So Chen, could you tell me more about Miss Ran ?"
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>"But we've been hoping for the best all day. Then that started to turn into hoping for something decently good..."
>We can't just invade her privacy, that'd destroy her trust if she found out. We haven't even heard her reasoning for this.
>You decide that searching through Renko's satchel without permission would be unwise.
>Let's quit all that ultra mopey talk. We can't just ooze depression out of every orifice -all- day! We even found Renko, so, let's look up for now.
>Perhaps you should start being more optimistic. You did find her after all...
>Gently start stroking her hair.
>You start gently stroking Renko's hair...
>"Let`s just wait."
>"Okay." Chen nods.
>"Hey, if you don't mind, I think I'm going to step outside for a bit..." says Koishi as she turns for the door, "I just need some air... I won't be gone for long..."
>"So Chen, could you tell me more about Miss Ran ?"
>"Ran-sama? Well, she's been with Yukari-sama longer than me, and she's very strong, even when she's not using Yukari-sama's power! She's pretty smart too! Really great at math and stuff... Her favorite food is fried tofu..."
>Wait for someone to come (or Renko to wake up)
>Reisen walks in just as Koishi is leaving.
>"Oh, hello there. Aren't you that satori that sometimes comes here?"
>"...Perhaps..."
>"Oh, alright then... Are you okay...?"
>"I'm just fine..."
>Koishi leaves the room, leaving Reisen with you, Renko, and Chen.
>"...A-Alright then...." Reisen remarks before looking at you and Renko, "Oh, hey. It's you again... What happened to your friend?"
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>"She was being chased by some fairies when she fell and hit her head on a rock."
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>"Can you please examine her head ?"
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>"She was being chased by some fairies when she fell and hit her head on a rock."
>"Can you please examine her head ?"
>"Oh my... Yes, of course I'll take a look at it."
>Reisen walks over, and removes the makeshift bandage, revealing the wound on Renko's head.
>"It doesn't look too serious. I think all that's necessary is to clean the wound and apply a fresh bandage... How long ago did she hit her head?"
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>How long did we take to get here ?
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>How long did we take to get here ?
>Your best estimate would be at least 20 minutes.
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>"About 20 minutes, give or take some. Will she be ok ?"
>Sit down.
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>"A few minutes ago, not too long. We came here right afterwards, but we, um, didn't fly..."
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>"About 20 minutes, give or take some. Will she be ok ?"
>"A few minutes ago, not too long. We came here right afterwards, but we, um, didn't fly..."
>"20 minutes isn't a few minutes..." Reisen frowns slightly, "Anyway she'll be fine, however, due to her being hit hard enough for her to be knocked out for so long, there is a slight chance that she will have some slight, but temporary short-term memory loss when she wakes up. Of course, we won't find that out until she's fully awake."
>Sit down.
>You are already sitting.
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Do we tell her about the alley incident ?
>"I understand....... do you know how Miss Reimu is doing right now ?"
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//We probably shouldn't. She doesn't need to know, not unless she asks about it.
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>"I understand....... do you know how Miss Reimu is doing right now ?"
>"She's still on life support. But otherwise her condition is stable."
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>"That's good to hear."
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>"That's good to hear."
>Reisen treats Renko's wound before applying a fresh bandage. "There. That should do it." she turns to you, "Is there anything else you need?"
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>"I don't think so. Thanks Reisen."
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>"I don't think so. Thanks Reisen."
>"You're welcome." she replies as she heads for the door, "Oh! And, she'll probably wake up any time in the next thirty minutes. So keep an eye on her, okay?"
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>"Okay, that`s nice hear, thanks !
>Try to put up a smile, it`s at times like these that we have to stay positive !
>How high is the ceiling ?
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>"Oh, Koishi might want to know that Renko is okay too. Tell her if you see her please."
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>"Okay, that`s nice hear, thanks !
>Try to put up a smile, it`s at times like these that we have to stay positive !
>You smile.
>"Don't mention it." Reisen returns your smile.
>"Oh, Koishi might want to know that Renko is okay too. Tell her if you see her please."
>"Sure thing."
>Reisen exits the room, leaving you and Chen alone with Renko.
>How high is the ceiling ?
>It's about 3 meters from the floor.
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//If you're interested in more flying practice, I wouldn't try it here. The ceiling's not that tall and given that there's a good bit of furniture around here...
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>"Thanks for coming with me Chen. You probably had your own stuff you wanted to do."
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Oh Whoops, i forgot to post here. :V
>Then all we can do is talk to Chen i guess.
>Sit down if we aren`t already.
>"So where were we, right, and why did you become Miss Ran`s shikigami ?"
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>Then all we can do is talk to Chen i guess.
>You decide the only thing to do to pass the time is speak to Chen.
>"Thanks for coming with me Chen. You probably had your own stuff you wanted to do."
>"No need to thank me. I'm just doing my job. Yukari-sama told me to be your escort, remember?"
>"So where were we, right, and why did you become Miss Ran`s shikigami ?"
>"Well, it was a really long time ago. Back when I was a newborn youkai... I was alone back then, and I wasn't very strong either. Then one day I met Ran-sama, who was wandering around, looking for a shikigami to call her own. We talked about the specifics of the shikigami contract, and well... I guess I decided that life would be much better than how I was living back then, so I accepted. Later that night, Ran-sama took me to Yukari-sama for approval, and well," Chen smiles, "the three of us have been practically family ever since..."
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>"Aww, that`s soo nice, what about Lady Yukari ? How is she most of the time ? And eh............" Look around for gaps. "How old is she ? She tried to convince me she was 17, ehe, eheheheheh, ahem."
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>"Aww, that`s soo nice, what about Lady Yukari ? How is she most of the time ? And eh............" Look around for gaps. "How old is she ? She tried to convince me she was 17, ehe, eheheheheh, ahem."
>"Well, she sleeps a lot, well, it's more like hibernating... And she likes to bug Reimu or hang out with Miss Saigyouji from time to time" Chen looks around before whispering "And even I don't know how old she is... But... She's pretty old... And she also likes having fun sometimes too!"
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>"Hibernating? Like a bear or something?"
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>"Hibernating? Like a bear or something?"
>"Well, longer than that, sometimes she sleeps for years at a time... She hasn't done anything like that recently though."
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>"She said she's been watching me for a long while now...Has she told you why?"
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>"I'm glad... sleeping for years on end doesn't sound very healthy..."
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>"I'm glad... sleeping for years on end doesn't sound very healthy..."
>"Well, for a human, at least. You forget that Yukari-sama's a youkai..."
>"She said she's been watching me for a long while now...Has she told you why?"
>"She has? Well she probably has her reasons. She actually never mentioned you to me or Ran-sama, well, until we met you."
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>"Oh. About Yukari's ability. Do you know what that eye filled place is Chen?"
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>"Oh. About Yukari's ability. Do you know what that eye filled place is Chen?"
>"I remember asking her about that once. I think she said it was some kind of limbo-like space between boundaries or something. There isn't really a name for it..."
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>"A space between boundaries? Do you know anything else about it?"
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>"A space between boundaries? Do you know anything else about it?"
>"Well, other than going through it when using her gaps, Yukari-sama also stores stuff in it... Sometimes she puts people in there too, but never permanently."
>You hear someone walk through the door.
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>See who it is.
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>See who it is.
>You turn to see who had entered the room.
>It's Koishi.
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>"Hey Koishi. Are you still doing okay?"
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>"Hey Koishi. Are you still doing okay?"
>She nods.
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>"That's good to hear. Renko should be waking up in a while."
> Look back to Renko. "She looks so peaceful. I wonder what she's dreaming about..."
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>"That's good to hear. Renko should be waking up in a while."
>"Yeah, Reisen told me..." Koishi replies.
> Look back to Renko. "She looks so peaceful. I wonder what she's dreaming about..."
>"Back when I was carefree, I probably could've shown you if you wanted..."
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>"That's okay. Sometimes dreams don't go the way you want, haha..."
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>"That's okay. Sometimes dreams don't go the way you want, haha..."
>"I guess that's true..." Koishi looks at Renko, "So... Do you know what you're going to say to her when she wakes up?"
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>"I think I'm ready..."
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"....Why did you shot reimu?"
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//We shouldn't ask this yet. It's better for when things have died down a little. She may be wondering what happened due to short term memory loss, like Eirin said. Also, not sure if Chen knows this yet.
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>"I think I'm ready..."
>"Alright." Koishi replies. "I guess all there is to do now is wait..."
>The three of you wait several minutes, before Renko begins to move...
>"Mmmmph.... My... Head...." she says groggily as she barely opens her eyes, "What... Happened... Where am I...? Who are you p-"
>Her eyes fall on you, and she immediately bolts upwards with a look of shock on her face.
>"M-MERRY!?! What are you-!?! I-I thought I...!! I thought you-!!"
"....Why did you shot reimu?"
>Renko calms down and proceeds to frown...
>"So... That's what this is... I should've figured..." she sighs, "...Ugh... my head..."
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>Hug her.
>"I'm so glad you're okay Renko. I couldn't stop thinking about what could've happened to you.
>Unhug.
>"But, you have a reason for what happened, right?"
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>"And why were those fairies chasing you ?"
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>Hug her.
>You embrace Renko
>"Wha!?!"
>"I'm so glad you're okay Renko. I couldn't stop thinking about what could've happened to you.
>"M...Merry..." You feel her tremble a bit in your grasp.
>Unhug.
>"But, you have a reason for what happened, right?"
>Renko stares at you for a moment, before turning her head to the side.
>"Y-You still consider me your friend... Even after what I did...?"
>"And why were those fairies chasing you ?"
>"Fairies? What are you talking about? I don't remember any fairies... All I know is that I was knocked out and when I came to, I have a bad headache... and you're here... somehow not mad at me... and bombarding me with questions..."
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>"I'm sorry... I'll try not to ask too many question, and the fairies probably don't matter. But, it's really hard, after what happened!"
>Then nod. "Of course I'm still your friend! I couldn't ever imagine you just decided to go around murdering people for fun or something... but... why?"
>D:
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>"Of course I'm still your friend dummy. I wouldn't stop being your friend for almost anything. But...you crossed the line a bit when you injured Reimu... She'll be okay, but...we'll be in some trouble. I want to know though, why did you do it? I'm not angry, just confused..."
//We're already getting closer to Yukari cuz we just gapped in the feels train. All aboard.
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>"I'm sorry... I'll try not to ask too many question, and the fairies probably don't matter. But, it's really hard, after what happened!"
>Then nod. "Of course I'm still your friend! I couldn't ever imagine you just decided to go around murdering people for fun or something... but... why?"
>D:
>"Of course I'm still your friend dummy. I wouldn't stop being your friend for almost anything. But...you crossed the line a bit when you injured Reimu... She'll be okay, but...we'll be in some trouble. I want to know though, why did you do it? I'm not angry, just confused..."
>"You... You wouldn't like it if I told you..." she replies, still looking at the wall.
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>"I wouldn't like it more if you kept this secret from me any longer, Renko."
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>"I wouldn't like it more if you kept this secret from me any longer, Renko."
Damnit ! Too slow. >_>
>"I have learned some things about myself, some really interesting, and also a possibility about myself that's very shocking too..... but to you i'll tell them, that's what best friends are for right ?"
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>"Also... I'm not the only one who knows what you did. I didn't tell anyone, but they still figured it out... or saw it themselves. You might be in some big trouble... the reason will have to come out sooner or later..."
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>"I wouldn't like it more if you kept this secret from me any longer, Renko."
>"Also... I'm not the only one who knows what you did. I didn't tell anyone, but they still figured it out... or saw it themselves. You might be in some big trouble... the reason will have to come out sooner or later..."
>Renko sighs, "Do you really want to know...?"
>"I have learned some things about myself, some really interesting, and also a possibility about myself that's very shocking too..... but to you i'll tell them, that's what best friends are for right ?"
>Renko remains silent.
>"What's too late?" Koishi asks.
>"Wha!?! D-Did you just-"
>Koishi has a moment of realization and immediately turns around, "Aaaah! Sorry! Sorry! It just sorta happened!"
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>"I really do want to know, I don't care much about what it is. How can I help you if you don't let me Renko?"
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>"And please don't tell me to not worry anymore, that will just make thing harder to solve."
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>"I really do want to know, I don't care much about what it is. How can I help you if you don't let me Renko?"
>"And please don't tell me to not worry anymore, that will just make thing harder to solve."
>Renko thinks for a moment.
>"A-Are you sure you want to know? I mean, seriously... You're not going to like it..."
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>"Please ! It'll be more painful to not know since my mind will constantly torment me to know ! I can handle it, i will never stop being your friend !"
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>"Please ! It'll be more painful to not know since my mind will constantly torment me to know ! I can handle it, i will never stop being your friend !"
//Ninjaing intensifies...
>"Please Renko."
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>"Please ! It'll be more painful to not know since my mind will constantly torment me to know ! I can handle it, i will never stop being your friend !"
>"Do you really mean that...?"
>"Please Renko."
>She sighs, "Alright... But... Can I speak to you alone...?"
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>Nod.
>"Chen, Koishi, could you leave us alone for a minute?"
>Koishi might know already, but, privacy is still important!
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>Nod.
>"Chen, Koishi, could you leave us alone for a minute?"
>Koishi nods.
>"Okay, I'll be right outside the door if you need me..." Chen replies.
>Koishi might know already, but, privacy is still important!
>Of course, Koishi might have already read her, but considering how she feels about doing so, she probably would never do it intentionally.
>Koishi and Chen leave the room, leaving you alone with Renko.
>"Alright..." she says, "Are you ready to hear what I have to say...?"
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>"Yes. I'm ready Renko."
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>"Yes. I'm ready Renko."
>"Alright..." she looks around before whispering, "The people of this world can't be trusted. No matter how nice they seem."
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>Tilt our head.
>"How do you know they're any less trustworthy than those in our world? Is it because of what they are?"
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>Tilt our head.
>"How do you know they're any less trustworthy than those in our world? Is it because of what they are?"
>"Because of what they do.... Look, these people... They seduce certain people... like you... into staying in this land... Then those people disappear. The reason... I did what I did... Was to save someone who disappeared a long time ago... And... and to save you from the same fate..."
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>"Whether you trust them or not, don't put them in danger to protect me, because... Renko, can I share a larger secret with you? I want to make sure you don't... Think of me differently, if I do."
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>"Was that person whom dissappeared a relative of yours ?"
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>"Whether you trust them or not, don't put them in danger to protect me, because... Renko, can I share a larger secret with you? I want to make sure you don't... Think of me differently, if I do."
>"Look, Reimu, as well as anyone who knew who the person I was looking for were the only people that had to be hurt. I didn't want to hurt them, but I had to, especially Reimu... And don't believe anything they said to you, they're just lying to draw you in!"
>"Was that person whom dissappeared a relative of yours ?"
>Renko nods sadly.
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>"So you were planning this...before we even came to Gensokyo..."
>"H-Have you tried asking for where the person was?"
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>"Renko, how would you know that ? You said that relative dissappeared, you wouldn't know what she did here if she couldn't tell you, would you ? You also never really met these people personally before, if they wanted to hurt or capture us, they would have done it already... we're powerless.... i mean....for now.... you see...."
>Hover up slightly and make sure to not hit anything.
>"We might belong here after all..."
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//That sounds a bit off to me. Renko surely wouldn't take the realization well.
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//She was honest with us and told us the truth, if we don't tell her now, we'll be doing exactly what she did to us before, i accept any suggestions to improve the dialogue part, but i still think we need to tell her.
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>"Our abilities make us like them though Renko."
//^?
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//I guess that is a good line for now, let's wait for her reaction to those before showing what we and probably her too can do.
>Delay that Hover action and the dialogue line following it, just say the first part and Miniking-Maribel's for now.
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>"So you were planning this...before we even came to Gensokyo..."
>She turns her head to the side.
>"Sort of... It's... a long story..."
>"H-Have you tried asking for where the person was?"
>"I was told that wouldn't work."
>"Renko, how would you know that ? You said that relative dissappeared, you wouldn't know what she did here if she couldn't tell you, would you ? You also never really met these people personally before, if they wanted to hurt or capture us, they would have done it already... we're powerless.... i mean....for now.... you see...."
>"That's not how these people work, though. And as for how I know... Let's just say an angel came to me..."
>"Our abilities make us like them though Renko."
>"Maybe that's true, but you also forget that even with our abilities, we are weaker than them!"
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>"Because we never tried to get better."
>Now hover.
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>"And how do you know that angel of yours wasn't lying for it's on benefit ? Looks can deceive many....
I'm tired, i'm on the phone and i can't manually type all that.
>Whisper: "We are weaker, yes, but...
>Now we hover up slightly and make sure to not hit anything.
>"We can learn too. We might belong here after all..."
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>"And how do you know that angel of yours wasn't lying for it's on benefit ? Looks can deceive many....
>"It's... complicated..."
>"Because we never tried to get better."
>Whisper: "We are weaker, yes, but...
>Now hover.
>Now we hover up slightly and make sure to not hit anything.
>"We can learn too. We might belong here after all..."
>Renko seems shocked at your hovering.
>"W-Where did you learn to do that!?!"
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>"Do you remember the powerful Youkai Reimu mentioned? She helped me find a way to find you. I'm not that skilled in any of this though, and I can barely float."
>"But, the weirdest thing is that she looks a lot like me. She even has a similar ability to mine, except stronger..."
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>"I wouldn't just trust some random person appearing to you, either... you're telling us not to trust anyone, but..."
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>"Do you remember the powerful Youkai Reimu mentioned? She helped me find a way to find you. I'm not that skilled in any of this though, and I can barely float."
>"But, the weirdest thing is that she looks a lot like me. She even has a similar ability to mine, except stronger..."
>"I honestly don't know what to say... Part of me wants to be happy for you... While another is worried that you're falling into their trap and it's too late to stop you..."
>"I wouldn't just trust some random person appearing to you, either... you're telling us not to trust anyone, but..."
>"Oh, I didn't trust her at first, but... let's just say she was... convincing..."
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>"So now it's okay for you to worry about me, but not the other way around? You almost got yourself killed Renko. I want to be able to help you."
>Sigh. "Was hurting them worth it Renko...?"
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>"So now it's okay for you to worry about me, but not the other way around? You almost got yourself killed Renko. I want to be able to help you."
>Renko frowns and turns her head away.
>Sigh. "Was hurting them worth it Renko...?"
>"No... But I had to do it..."
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>"...do you think I could meet this angel of yours, Renko?"
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>Whisper:"Just think about it, we don't know what truly happened here, a shady 'angel' that didn't reveal it's motives to help you and told you such things isn't really trustworthy, and just blindly shooting people you don't even know, especially Miss Reimu who is the lynchpin of this land due to enforcing the peace, is the one keeping the barrier up and was the person to come in our aid when we came here and i fainted, no kind of motive is enough to justify trying to kill someone, we must search the truth ourselves Renko."
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>"...do you think I could meet this angel of yours, Renko?"
>"No... She kinda only appears to me when I'm alone... Actually, I think I was waiting for her to show up, so I could ask her something..."
>Whisper:"Just think about it, we don't know what truly happened here, a shady 'angel' that didn't reveal it's motives to help you and told you such things isn't really trustworthy, and just blindly shooting people you don't even know, especially Miss Reimu who is the lynchpin of this land due to enforcing the peace, is the one keeping the barrier up and was the person to come in our aid when we came here and i fainted, no kind of motive is enough to justify trying to kill someone, we must search the truth ourselves Renko."
>"Look, I know this angel sounds untrustworthy... But there's much more to my relationship with her than you know... I know it's hard to believe, but I somewhat trust her..."
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>"Enough to kill people if she tells you to...? Does she at least have a name you could tell me?"
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>"And what about your relative`s name ? Can`t you tell me that too ?"
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>"Enough to kill people if she tells you to...? Does she at least have a name you could tell me?"
>"She didn't tell me to kill them... She told me to shoot them. She said it doesn't matter if they live or die, just as long as they were incapacitated in some way..." Renko seems slightly ashamed, "As for her name... Well, I honestly don't know... all she said is that she has been watching my family for some time, and that she's somewhat of our guardian angel..."
>"And what about your relative`s name ? Can`t you tell me that too ?"
>She remains silent for a few moments before sighing, "Sumireko..."
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>"That isn`t much different from Lady Yukari, she was also watching me for a good while, and why would she need them incapacitated for ?"
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>"That isn`t much different from Lady Yukari, she was also watching me for a good while, and why would she need them incapacitated for ?"
>"Well, only Reimu needed to be incapacitated, because the angel told me she was... linked to a seal on Sumireko... As for Mamizou... Well... It turns out she knew her and she guessed my relation to her... And the angel told me that anyone who knew about my relationship to... my relative... is a threat..."
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>"Then why didn`t you ask Mamizou about her ? Where she was ? What Sumireko did here and what happened exactly ? I`m sure she would have at least considered telling a bit of one of those."
>Are Chen and Koishi still in the room ?
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>"You nearly killed Reimu, by the way... if you're only trying to incapacitate someone, don't shoot near their heart." Shake your head.
>"Wait, so... it's possible for you to save Sumireko? Not that I trust your angel, but..."
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>"Then why didn`t you ask Mamizou about her ? Where she was ? What Sumireko did here and what happened exactly ? I`m sure she would have at least considered telling a bit of one of those."
>"It was too risky... For all I know she may have been involved with her disappearance..."
>Are Chen and Koishi still in the room ?
>They are just outside the room, as Renko requested to speak with you alone.
>"You nearly killed Reimu, by the way... if you're only trying to incapacitate someone, don't shoot near their heart." Shake your head.
>"I was told to aim for the center of mass... If I tried to aim anywhere else I might've missed..."
>"Wait, so... it's possible for you to save Sumireko? Not that I trust your angel, but..."
>"Well, yes... Incapacitating Reimu was supposed to break the seal... But the angel never really told me where the seal was... That's actually why I want to talk to her..."
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>"Well... I'll leave the room for a bit if you think that'll get them to appear. But I'm not leaving your side after that, no matter what, okay? I'm going to come with you."
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>"Just.... don`t follow her blindly, i know you want Sumireko back, but it`s pretty possible you injured innocents and peacekeepers just for her interests, and why do you think so much that Sumireko is sealed away somewhere ? Isn`t it possible she`s just hiding or doesn`t want to be found ?"
>Get up."Never judge a person before getting to know her better, nor condemn them for what you think they are. Koishi is a great example of this, everyone is so afraid of what she is, that it forced her to seal her eye, and with it a part of herself, but i can see how great of a person she is, she is my friend, and no matter what, i want her to understand she doesn`t have to change because of others, they just need to accept her the way she is."
>Leave the room.
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>"Well... I'll leave the room for a bit if you think that'll get them to appear. But I'm not leaving your side after that, no matter what, okay? I'm going to come with you."
>"Really...? I mean... You don't have to..."
>"Just.... don`t follow her blindly, i know you want Sumireko back, but it`s pretty possible you injured innocents and peacekeepers just for her interests, and why do you think so much that Sumireko is sealed away somewhere ? Isn`t it possible she`s just hiding or doesn`t want to be found ?"
>Get up."Never judge a person before getting to know her better, nor condemn them for what you think they are. Koishi is a great example of this, everyone is so afraid of what she is, that it forced her to seal her eye, and with it a part of herself, but i can see how great of a person she is, she is my friend, and no matter what, i want her to understand she doesn`t have to change because of others, they just need to accept her the way she is."
>Leave the room.
>You say your final words to Renko and head outside the room.
>Koishi and Chen are sitting across the hall. Chen walks over to you.
>"So... How did it go...?"
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//Great...I just missed all of this... :( And I have things I wanna say too. And I didn't wanna leave. I'm losin controool. Aah I wanna go back in there.
>"...Differently."
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//Great...I just missed all of this... :( And I have things I wanna say too. And I didn't wanna leave. I'm losin controool. Aah I wanna go back in there.
//How I feel about Daiyousei Quest sometimes....
>"...Differently."
>"How so...?" Chen asks.
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//Now no one's posting. This is like giving your oblivious friend the controller when you know a certain part is coming up in a game. Fine, I'll fix this.
>"It's something between the two of us. I've gotta resolve it."
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I was doing a essay about Italian Renaissance, sorry, but at least i got the last-ish post ! :D
>"She told me the truth i needed to know, but there were some things she still couldn`t clear up, because she didn`t know that part."
>Now we grab Yukari, steal her shikigami contract with Ran, and become her master ! Then we mofumofu her tail ! And become a better Border Master than she ever was !
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>Now we grab Yukari, steal her shikigami contract with Ran, and become her master ! Then we mofumofu her tail ! And become a better Border Master than she ever was !
>"Ah... You people never learn do you...?" says Yukari's voice as all the player find themselves dropped into gapspace once more.
>And don't even think about escaping, this time...
New thread is preparing, please wait warmly...
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Ahh you can`t leave us trapped like this ! We`re part of Maribel`s mind !
Also, remember to lock this !