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WHO: Goro Akechi, various quest partners, and an OPEN prompt for Conspiracy Cracking
WHAT: December quests!
WHEN: Throughout December
WHERE: Various
WARNINGS: Persona 2 weirdness may come up.
A. Ghosts of Teatimes Past (Ren and Maya)
With Maya safe in Bottlecap Bay and among the Oran Berries, how could Akechi pass up an opportunity like this? Not only that, but it's an opportunity for Ren to mingle with another Persona user, and one from long before them. While Akechi has... misgivings with the elitism within the Lum Berries, he can't deny that the Archives present a vital resource. That they wish to document the experiences of outsiders is merely the cherry on top. Not to mention, the Archives provide a reprieve from the cold.
So, once he, Ren, and Maya are adequately positioned to tell their tales, Akechi glances between the two. "Well then. Who would like to start?" He could, of course, but he might as well give the others their opportunity. Either would make a more organic starting point.
B. Snow Place and Home (Mayaka)
Akechi... isn't particularly fond of the cold, particularly in his current form. For that reason, he's bundled up with a plaid scarf, a wool sweater, and his Safety Goggles for good measure. Does he look ridiculous? Well, yes. He's round and small. It comes with the territory. However, he has a job to do, and unlike Mayaka, lacks large claws to make the task more manageable.
So, while they step out to tackle the snow, he hovers in the air and squints.
"...I suspect I may be able to cut through the piles with well-aimed attacks. That could theoretically carve a path, or otherwise maneuver the snow into more manageable piles."
C. December, First (Shoka)
It's funny. Akechi has helped in quests regarding Noelle before, yet the two still aren't especially close. Nonetheless, he is a detective, and he's worked with Shoka enough times to readily offer his assistance. After all, it's clear the quest is important to her, just as Noelle is.
A tiny ghost of a smirk lines his beak as the two take to the town. It's chilly, so obviously he's bundled up with a scarf, sweater, and his Safety Goggles. He'd be a fool not to.
"Before we begin, is there anything you recall regarding Noelle-san's sister? Every detail counts."
D. Holiday Hotpot (Kris)
As Ren's partner and rival, Akechi couldn't simply ignore his and Firoza's quest request, but who could he trust to find the proper ingredients? Whose senses and intuition would be enough to optimize their efforts and yield the greatest haul?
...Well, one way or another, here he is with Kris, foraging through the forest. Thankfully, work with Ren on their own request made it clear that they have a distinguished palate. Not everyone would care so much for the finer varietes of moss, after all.
Though, hot pot and moss don't exactly go hand in hand, so Akechi peers through the greenery, scanning for signs of interesting fruit, nuts, or herbs.
"Your senses are undoubtedly sharp. Do any particular scents pique your interest?"
E. Conspiracy Cracking (OPEN)
It's Akechi's first quest, which means it's important that he make a good impression. That means ensuring that his and Ren's room is tidied up, organized, and spacious enough for visiting teams who wish to share their findings. Those who enter will see various odds and ends. A nicely made bed with warm, fluffy blankets, some assorted furniture, a scratching post, a sort of perch for the two of them, along with miscellaneous trinkets and personal belongings (even some Tenna swag)...
But Akechi was very deliberate in hiding and caching the food. Moreover, there are some festive little decorations. Blame Ren.
Either way, Akechi will greet thoses who bring their findings cordially, ready to jot down every little detail with his full attention.
WHAT: December quests!
WHEN: Throughout December
WHERE: Various
WARNINGS: Persona 2 weirdness may come up.
A. Ghosts of Teatimes Past (Ren and Maya)
With Maya safe in Bottlecap Bay and among the Oran Berries, how could Akechi pass up an opportunity like this? Not only that, but it's an opportunity for Ren to mingle with another Persona user, and one from long before them. While Akechi has... misgivings with the elitism within the Lum Berries, he can't deny that the Archives present a vital resource. That they wish to document the experiences of outsiders is merely the cherry on top. Not to mention, the Archives provide a reprieve from the cold.
So, once he, Ren, and Maya are adequately positioned to tell their tales, Akechi glances between the two. "Well then. Who would like to start?" He could, of course, but he might as well give the others their opportunity. Either would make a more organic starting point.
B. Snow Place and Home (Mayaka)
Akechi... isn't particularly fond of the cold, particularly in his current form. For that reason, he's bundled up with a plaid scarf, a wool sweater, and his Safety Goggles for good measure. Does he look ridiculous? Well, yes. He's round and small. It comes with the territory. However, he has a job to do, and unlike Mayaka, lacks large claws to make the task more manageable.
So, while they step out to tackle the snow, he hovers in the air and squints.
"...I suspect I may be able to cut through the piles with well-aimed attacks. That could theoretically carve a path, or otherwise maneuver the snow into more manageable piles."
C. December, First (Shoka)
It's funny. Akechi has helped in quests regarding Noelle before, yet the two still aren't especially close. Nonetheless, he is a detective, and he's worked with Shoka enough times to readily offer his assistance. After all, it's clear the quest is important to her, just as Noelle is.
A tiny ghost of a smirk lines his beak as the two take to the town. It's chilly, so obviously he's bundled up with a scarf, sweater, and his Safety Goggles. He'd be a fool not to.
"Before we begin, is there anything you recall regarding Noelle-san's sister? Every detail counts."
D. Holiday Hotpot (Kris)
As Ren's partner and rival, Akechi couldn't simply ignore his and Firoza's quest request, but who could he trust to find the proper ingredients? Whose senses and intuition would be enough to optimize their efforts and yield the greatest haul?
...Well, one way or another, here he is with Kris, foraging through the forest. Thankfully, work with Ren on their own request made it clear that they have a distinguished palate. Not everyone would care so much for the finer varietes of moss, after all.
Though, hot pot and moss don't exactly go hand in hand, so Akechi peers through the greenery, scanning for signs of interesting fruit, nuts, or herbs.
"Your senses are undoubtedly sharp. Do any particular scents pique your interest?"
E. Conspiracy Cracking (OPEN)
It's Akechi's first quest, which means it's important that he make a good impression. That means ensuring that his and Ren's room is tidied up, organized, and spacious enough for visiting teams who wish to share their findings. Those who enter will see various odds and ends. A nicely made bed with warm, fluffy blankets, some assorted furniture, a scratching post, a sort of perch for the two of them, along with miscellaneous trinkets and personal belongings (even some Tenna swag)...
But Akechi was very deliberate in hiding and caching the food. Moreover, there are some festive little decorations. Blame Ren.
Either way, Akechi will greet thoses who bring their findings cordially, ready to jot down every little detail with his full attention.
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She leans her weight on one leg, considering the Rookidee's next sentence with a thoughtful expression on her face.
"I've not really warmed up to the idea of training and battles. But maybe I'd like us to fight one day."
The Sneasel says this with such casual intent, with no indication that she's intending to start a fight now or that she's confident she'll even match up to Akechi, given how proficient he's proven to be with his abilities. She just seems... intrigued with the idea that it's socially acceptable? At least, that's the impression she's gotten from all the suggestions to train and learn how to use her claws.
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"No way. Does that happen often here?"
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He pauses his work to etch some shapes in the snow: A Dondozo, a Tatsugiri, a Spiritomb, and a Blood Moon Ursaluna. His talons move with fine precision, the lines steady and stable. "In the end, all regained their senses and were rehabilitated as residents of Bottlecap Bay. However, there was a genuine risk due to their power and their madness, spurred on by a mysterious fog."
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"That's pretty good." Her artist eyes can't resist commenting on the quality of Akechi's sketches, which are distinct and detailed enough for her to be able to picture the four rogue Pokemon.
"Do you know what caused the mysterious fog?"
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After saying that, the Sneasel continues working on clearing the path. They've made good progress since they first started.
"We're almost done!" she announces, firing herself up for the last push. "Let's get this done and go for tea time!"
Mayaka deserves a treat after all this hard work. While she hasn't explicitly invited Akechi to join her for tea, she won't kick up (too big) a fuss if he comes along.
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The comment about tea time prompts a chuckle, whether he's invited or not. "But, yes. A warm beverage would certainly help after thrusting myself through all this snow."
ty for the thread !
[As for her? She's going to ask for a big cup of hot chocolate with whipped cream and marshmallows once this job is complete.]