Persona: Requis Aeterna ( Full )

[Haro Oda]

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☠ ☠ ☠ ☠ HARO ODA ☠ ☠ ☠
ⓁⓄⒸⒶⓉⒾⓄⓃ xxxxxx Shadow world
ⒸⓄⓂⓅⒶⓃⓎ: xxxxxx - Urvry one -

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Haro skidded to a stop after his attack. Posing in a cool fashion, expecting the beast he attacked to scatter to dust in a cool and stylish fashion. And he was mostly right, though it did cast one last spell before melting away, hitting his persona. Which sent a small jolt over Haro of a slight pain. But he was too focused on how cool he looked to give a damn about that. Standing up straight he swung his blade around and turned to observe his handiwork with the beast. His eyes set sight on the old foe and with Musashi coming to his side he steadied himself and began to make his way to the beast to finish the job, but it was essentially taken care of by this point.

Seeing the beast fall he skidded to a stop as he saw the mirror Kazune and raised his blade, resting it on his shoulders as he watched along with the rest of the group. He assumed this was par for course of the typical goings on of a persona user like them overcoming their shadow... It was at that moment he vowed he'd kick his own shadow's a** by himself to avoid any kind of embarrassing drama-tee-goo. That was if his shadow ever even dared make an appearance. He wondered if this was even natural, this was his first shadow battle and it wasn't exactly challenging to him... considering he spent most of it trying to get the damn thing to fight him in the first place.

At the scene Haro kinda zoned out, scratching at his nose in a care free and over confident way. He swung his sword down and planted it into the ground as he leaned on it casually with his elbow and just continued to watch. Bravo Bravo! Good work team! The day was saved.
Witnessing her Persona he nodded in approval at it. Something about unlocking a stronger persona at the realization of one's true self? Pfft. That means Musashi was Haro's ultimate persona... he'd had no problems whatsoever! He continued to kind of zone out once in a while but got pulled back to attention as she got upon her knees and began to bow in forgiveness and give thanks. Haro simply grinned and stood up from his lean on his sword and pulled it from the ground and spun it on his hand before letting it disappear.

"Hey! No sweat! Really. Saving pretty girls will be my new mission in life. I must use these powers for the ultimate good, after all." He said with a confident grin. As if he was trying to take all the credit, typical Haro.

[Angelglory]

- [_In the words of Batsu: "..."_] -
The Sun's shining at: Shadow World
Under the Watchful Eye of: Heimdall
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They did it! The rampaging Shadow had been struck down by the power of teamwork! Now that it had been defeated, Kazune moved to pull her shadowed self back into the open. It was a heart-to-heart with her dark half, recognizing and acknowledging one's flaws was definitely not an easy thing to do. Batsu wasn't sure he could ever do such a thing, let alone be strong enough to confront his problems.

But as Kazune became whole again her awakened Persona appeared, it was admittedly very pretty but also kind of almost naked. With the intensity of battle finally gone, everything eventually caught up with the mute. Already on the ground still, he slumped and rolled over onto his back. His head felt like it was going to split in half, his heart still beating quickly from fear and all at the same time Batsu felt a huge burden lift from his shoulders.

Despite the pain he was in, the blunette laid an arm over his eyes to hide the tears of joy that were welling up, a smile on his trembling lips. They had done it, they had managed to save Kazune in the nick of time. He still felt the guilt of feeling responsible for the situation even getting to this point, but right now all he could feel was the relief of knowing that they had saved their friend from a shadowed fate. Laying his other arm over his mouth, the mute didn't want to draw any attention from Kazune, it was her time in the spotlight regardless of how embarrassed she may be.

[ShadowOfIce]

[Seraphim Harmonia]
[Location: Kazune's shadow world]

The Devil
Persona: Enyo

Seraphim wasn't going to pretend she understood this all yet, she fully admitted that she was the new person around here, and still had a lot to learn. Pride could be set aside, as the fight was what truly mattered, and saving Kazune from certain doom was of course the mission here!

Still, she felt like she had a lot to learn, especially after one of her infamous haymaker punches did so little! Some shadows were crushed under her force, others like this one just didn't let up! The white haired woman tried not to panic though, even if her incredibly short patience was even shorter against this creature, and she tried to attack it with all her might.

Fortunately the others weren't letting up. From Haro's impressive display of finishing the last off, to Sypher and Akira's combined assault not letting up, or the blast of water and ice from Meishi and Zoey. ...Okay, so she wouldn't say it out loud, but these people she abused, picked on, practically hated back in school were... well... OKAY FINE, god damnit she'd admit, they were cool! All of this was exciting! It got her blood flowing, the adrenaline pumping, and she was actually really enjoying the hype of- ...Wait, what's going on?

The shadow had melted off, and as Seraphim witnessed the transformation, she really didn't know what was going on. The rest of the group had seen it a few times other than Haro and Meishi who were probably equally confused, but Seraphim kept herself braced, even if her Persona was acting a bit differently and she noticed it calm. ...Strange, but even though she was ready for more, it was like her Persona knew exactly what was occurring, and it seemed to relax now, like it was confident the fight was over.

A she witnessed the scene though of the shadow becoming peaceful, taking a more human form, Zoey's and Akira's Persona would have also changed, going to a form familiar to the group, taking on the human like form they had once their own shadows were put to rest. It was enough to give the rest of the group another hint of just how things worked, but Seraphim still didn't peace it all together. She wasn't dumb! She just didn't really understand it all yet! Still, the scene made her curious, and she slowly lowered her fists before moving closer to the embarrassed girl who had trouble getting up and was trying to thank them before she finally stood and then bowed.

"You really see these people as your friends, huh?" Seraphim said, shooting a quick glance at Haro who acted like this was just some normal job to him, before Seraphim rolled her one eye and then noticed Batsu. Was he... crying? Damnit, it was like hearing a kicked puppy whimper, or seeing a kitten with a broken leg. Even if she was a brute, she still had a heart, and that actually tugged at her strings a little. Tempted to go over to him, she instead would look back at Kazune, wanting to at least heck on the one who was physically injured of course! "..I guess I'll have to do the same. But uh.. you going to be alright?" Her tone was laid back, Seraphim giving a weak smile at the girl as she looked her up and down. Even if she normally wasn't the type to reach out to others, she'd try here, this wasn't high school anymore, and she had to grow up. "Take it slow... We all got your back."

[Chachamaru v2]

__________[ Where? Shadow World: Glass Home] [ Feeling? My team's biggest rack can't be this cute!]

Katsumi always knew that she was the one that was carrying this team - she was the one that was running this show, they were just here to play her support units; the GN Archer to her Kyrios, the Fuunsaiki to her Master Gundam. Sure, even right now she was literally carrying one of them out of the way and demanding that they do the work of actually firing on the enemy, but in Katsumi's mind, she was still the one that was being awesome here. It wasn't that the two of them were working together to become more than the sum of their parts; it was just that Katsumi's impeccable eye for strategy had resulted in a new and unexpected application of their powers! As the girl started her cast, Katsumi shivered slightly, but kept herself mobile, using the Sukukaja-skates for all she could to strafe around the shadows as Zoey did her thing. When the smaller girl told her that she'd thank her for it later - though stipulating in a non-lewd way, Katsumi cracked a grin despite the combat. "Oh, I'm sure I'll be able to think of something~" She replied with a dirty little giggle. Sure, Zoey had specified a non-lewd way, but this was Katsumi. She'd make it lewd one way or another~

With the shadow well and truly taken care of, Katsumi gave herself a mental pat on the back. Another battle won thanks to her! Slowing to a stop as she watched Kazune confront her other self - secretly disappointed at the other Kazune's smaller chest, but she was adorable enough that she got a pass - Katsumi kept hold of Zoey, almost forgetting that she was holding the smaller girl in her arms for a moment. Though, as Kazune accepted her other self and hugged her, Katsumi couldn't help but give out a small 'D'aww', even resting her head against Zoey's for a moment with a small grin across her face. Who knew that Kazune could be so unintentionally adorable~?

Kicking away - still holding Zoey this whole time - Katsumi rolled closer to Kazune with a small grin across her face. The holding onto Zoey was no accident - it wasn't like Katsumi had just forgotten, she just wanted to see how long she could get away with carrying Zoey before she started to object to it! ...And if she took much longer, Katsumi might just have to let her hands wander a bit to see just how much she could get away with~ "It's all good, you know I'm always happy to help prove how awesome I am~" Katsumi replied with a grin, her tone sounding like she was joking, even though she was actually being kind of entirely serious in her head. After all, these scrubs would've been paste if it wasn't for her quick thinking and amazing skills to save the day! "If you want to thank us, just keep being adorable like that! Sexy-Grumpy-Tsun-Kazune is nice, buuuut Kawaiizune is definitely not something I'll be forgetting anytime soon~!" Did she make it awkward? Probably! But then, it was Katsumi. The question wasn't whether or not she knew she was going to make things awkward, but whether she cared or not - and in this case, that was a definite nope!



[ 0 - Fool - Haro Oda: Rank 2 ]
[ I - Magician - Sindertech Scientists: Rank 1 ]
[ II - Priestess - Lina Quill: Rank 1 ]
[ V - Hierophant - Zoey Holender: Rank 3 ]
[ VI - Lovers - Saori Makashima: Rank 5 ]
[ VII - Justice - Joseph Palmer: Rank 1 ]
[ IX - Hermit - Meishi Qin: Rank 1 ]
[ XI - Strength - Daisuke Daichi: Rank 1 ]
[ XII - Hanged Man - Sypher Corinth: Rank 2 ]
[ XIII - Death - Chisame Kotone: Rank 1 ]
[ XIV - Temperance - Kazune Matsui: Rank 1 ]
[ XV - Devil - Seraphim Harmonia: Rank 1 ]
[ XVI - Tower - Akira Takumi: Rank 3 ]
[ XVIII - Moon - Symphony Corinth: Rank 1 ]
[ XIX - Sun - Batsu Date: Rank 2 ]
[ XX - Judgment - Hakuenae-Sensei: Rank 1 ]
[ XXI - World - The Persona Group: Rank 4 ]
[ XXII - Aeon - Victoria: Rank 1 ]

[ShadowOfIce]

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[Location: Shadow world]
[ Persona: Oshun ]

Social Links: [Rank 3: Hanged Man (Sypher) ] - [Rank 2: Lovers (Saori)] - [Rank 1: Tower (Akira) ] - [Rank 2: Death (Chisame)] - [Rank 0: Temperance (Kazune) -Reversed-] [Rank 1: Moon (Symphony)] - [Rank 3: Chariot (Katsumi)] - [Rank 4: Sun (Batsu)] - [Rank 1: Judgment (Hakunae)] - [Rank 4: World (The Group)]

At first, Zoey wasn't completely sure if her words were even going through. Kazune was fighting her demons right now, but had barely seemed to acknowledge what they said. Zoey knew that feeling personally, as did Akira, but the struggle was there, and Zoey could only root for the girl as she too was fighting. Everyone was for Kazune.

As Katsumi was still carrying Zoey for now, and the last attack came from her and the rest of the gang, they found themselves on edge, cautiously awaiting what happened next when the battled seemed to be over. Zoey couldn't quite be sure, no one really could after how much insanity happened when shadows were involved and all the strange shapes and forms they could take. So they were making sure not to lower their guard, but keep ready for anything. Already, Zoey's staff was glowing once again, and while the short, ice wielding young woman was not sure if she should fire another blast of ice again, she stayed ready. Which, unfortunately for Katsumi, it would probably give the girl a bit of a chill again.

Fortunately that didn't last for long, as more signs of the battle truly being over could be seen, and she let out a slow, slightly shaky exhale, before dismissing her staff, Persona, and all. Though, she noticed just as her Persona left that it took on it's more human like form just then, even giving a soft smile towards them, as Zoey was left assured that everything was alright now thanks to this.

Kazune was going to be okay.
Seeing her Persona.
Seeing her smile.
Hearing her thank them.
She knew, that everything was going to be okay.

Honestly, it was rather touching. Hearing those words from her, seeing the beautiful reincarnation of her Persona, and just seeing her open her heart like that, Zoey couldn't help but smile just a little too. The two of them had been at such odds before, they practically hated eachother! But in the end, she was a person too, she had a good heart, and they were all in this together. It gave Zoey hope too even, and a small part of her just wanted to tell Kazune it would be okay.

But as soon a Zoey opened her mouth, she groaned instead. ...Ugh, did Haro have to go on about 'saving pretty girls' and what not? Having him of all people be the first to speak up, practically spoiling the moment just made the blue haired girl shake her head. She even looked up at Katsumi who was still carrying her with a blunt expression that simply said 'is he serious?' Still he... he did well. She'd give him credit, and after this later, she'd probably talk to him a bit more personally about all of this. As much as she hated to admit it, she probably wasn't on his radar of 'girls to flirt with' so she'd be safe if she had a chat with him later, ...right? She might need that word with Seraphim too, seeing as how her being a part of the group too complicated things. But at least she too was trying.

Batsu caught her eye too, as she always worried about the Mute, and even felt a tiny bit bad for dragging him into this. She wasn't much of a hugger, but Zoey intended on giving him one later, that was for sure. The girl didn't quite notice the tears, but she did see how relieved ad moved he was by everything.

As for Katsumi? Well, for one, she shuddered at how Katsumi was being dirty while holding her of all things, the whole 'I'll be able to think of something' bit clearly having another intention. But the way she gloated and calling Kazune silly names like that just made the girl stare at her too.

Why was everyone stupid?
No.
Really.
Sometimes she asked herself,
Why did she put up with them?

The girl groaned at this, thankful but annoyed with Katsumi right now, feeling like the moment was officially ruined thanks to her and Haro. Though she stared up at Katsumi, brows furrowed and a very clear glare of annoyance on her face as she spoke. "You can put me down now. I said thanks, so... can we not ruin this really special moment for Kazune? She needs a hug or.. something." Not that Zoey would be the one giving a hug! But she was at least sensible enough to realize a member of the group really needed their support right now, and as much as she appreciated Katsumi helping her, it was starting to feel awkward being held by her friend like this. Especially knowing that Katsumi tended to have devious and perverted motives at times.

[Sypher-Anthem]

╠ ◘ ✠ ◘ ╣"If the goal is precious enough, One must be ready to act the Martyr to see a dream realized."╠ ◘ ✠ ◘ ╣

╠ ◘ ☨ ◘ ╣Social Links: ☨ [Rank 5: Moon Symphony]]☨ [Rank 1: Chariot Katsumi]☨ [Rank 2: Temperance Kazune]☨[Rank 1: Lovers (Saori&??)]☨ [Rank 4: Heirophant Zoey]☨[Rank 3: Death Chisame]☨ [Rank 2: Judgement Hakune]☨[Rank 1: Tower Akira]☨[Rank 1: Sun Batsu]☨[Rank 1: Fool Haro]☨ [Rank 2: Aeon Victoria]☨[Rank 3: World (The Group)] ╠ ◘ ☨ ◘ ╣

We request to Negotiate
We come to you Unarmed
We desire to Communicate
You cannot do us Harm

The battle climaxed as all four attacks converged on the last shadow. In an instant it wasn't a shadow there anymore, but rather a brunette Kazune. That he wasn't expecting though with some thought it did make sense that her hair was dyed. The moment they shared, the brunette and blond Kazunes, was a sweet one to watch as well. She was the example that maybe the biggest thing sitting in front of your own happiness was yourself. It took some time in the shadow world and a hell of a fight to realize that, but once she explained her thinking and reconciled the now crying persona, Sypher was sure she would be okay. Then everyone got to see Kazune's shadow evolve like some video game. She was already a force to be reckoned with before, but now he couldn't imagine anyone wanting to go one on one with her now. It would only stay for a moment though as a flash of light would mark its departure along with the family home dungeon that it spawned with. 'Good riddance. It was weird seeing all those bright colors in a place that's usually monochrome.

"...I want to say thank you, but I don't think that even begins to cover it. Regardless...I don't know what I would have done if my friends hadn't come for me. I'd...be dead, I'm certain. ...Thank you. More than I can say." Kazune would then direct herself towards the group as a whole, even going as far as to get down on her hands and knees. The rest of thee group were quick to console her. They were right in that it wasn't a problem for them to arrive and fight. There's no way they wouldn't when it was one of their own. They've argued and fought among themselves sure, but when it came to a common enemy they always came together. Sypher though just could sit back while she bowed on the ground like that, especially with her clothes tattered the way they were. Quickly removing his jacket to his suit he would move to her side and use it to cover her.

"Come one. You know you don't have to grovel just to thank us." He would say as he helped her back up to her feet. "Plus you probably don't want to inflate their ego's to much or they'll start asking for gratitude kisses or something " he would say tossing out a small joke while staying close just in case she got unsteady. Despite the high spirits, everyone one had take a bit of a beating during that fight, so at the very least Sypher was looking forward to the healing he would get when he left the shadow world. Who knows maybe there was even a chance of him landing on his feet.

Location: Shadow world Junes
Feeling: Relieved
OOC:

Do what you want to our Courage
Ask us what you Will
Demand from us our Sacrifice
But you can not make us Kill

[Miscellannie]

•Black Laced Femme Fatale
P•Matsui Kazune
Pe•Shakti, Temperance Arcana
Per•[Cleave] [Hama] [Mudo] [Tarukaja] [Swift Strike] [Firm Stance]


Kazune kept her head firmly to the ground, blinking at her friends' antics while they couldn't see her face. Though their reactions to her gratitude were varied, no one took the opportunity to be a jerk, or really even that perverted, aside from Katsumi. Zoey even suggested that she needed a hug! Zoey! Gradually, a genuine smile formed on her face, and she raised her head to sit back on her knees when Sypher told her she should get up.

Wrapping the suit jacket around herself, she slowly looked around at each of the weirdos that she called comrades, her eyes finally landing on Sypher. Her smile turned into a soft chuckle. "I am extremely grateful, so I would give gratitude kisses to anyone who asked." she beamed, still in full Kawaiizune mode, then lifted a hand and continued. "Except for Katsumi. She can go ******** herself~" The hand promptly extended its middle finger; Clearly anyone who actually asked for Kazune to show her gratitude in a similar fashion was going to earn her enmity. She was trying to turn over a new leaf and be more honest about her feelings, but honesty didn't always equate to friendliness, especially when the feelings in question belonged to Kazune.

She promptly broke off into laughter at her little joke, actually feeling quite refreshed now, if still injured. Well, only one way to fix that: get out of the shadow world. She didn't feel confident enough to walk all the walk to their normal exit, so she held her hand out for someone to take and hopefully help her up at least, if not carry her. "Seriously, though, I really will kiss anyone who helps me get out of here before some other shadow decides to ruin the good mood. Seen enough of that for one day."

♪ - Kill la Kill - Sanbika (English cover by Sapphire)

Pers•Shadow world
Perso•Now, time to go home and pretend I was never gone.
Person•Clothes
Persona•[Joseph/Justice: 5] [Group/World: 4] [Jace/Magician: 2] [Sypher/Hanged Man: 2] [Chisame/Death: 1] [Sun/Batsu: 2] [Aeon/Victoria: 1] [Lina/Priestess: 1] [Chariot/Katsumi: 1] [ZoeyHierophant: -0] [Saori/Lovers: 1 ]

Persona!•

[Yoromancer]

"If it's in my way
I'll d e s t r o y it"

PersonaIt had been a relief to say the least that as quickly as everything had went to hell it all ended and came to it's rightful conclusion just as quickly. It was while everything came to a calm lull and Kazune would accept her shadow that Akira took that time to take a breather. From start to finish this shadow fight was quite the wild ride, it was a relief at the very least that it ended well once again. Though, gratitude seemed to be a expecting feeling to come at the end of such an arduous fight. Akira might not have expected Kazune's level of gratitude, as her kneeling so deeply caught Akira by surprise.

PersonaEven after such a formal behavior though, it was good to tell that she still was the same person as was evident by her offering of kisses and chuckles. Chuckling himself in response to the humor as he felt comfortable enough in this situation to act without worry. Akira would respond to Kazune's extended hand and plea for aid in walking out of here. Considering that he hadn't really taken nearly as much of a beating in the fight as others might have this kind gesture felt appropriate. Though, he probably should retort while he walked over and took that extended arm, setting it over his shoulder and helping her up. "No kiss required here, let's just get back to the lake."

Persona

Social links
Devil (Seraphim) :: Rank 3xxStar (Gerald/Gertrude) :: Rank 2xx Judgment (Hakuenae) :: Rank 1xxWorld (The Group) :: Rank 4 xxDeath(Chisame) :: Rank 1xxHeirophant(Zoey) :: Rank 1xxThe Hanged man(Sypher) :: Rank 1xxThe sun(Batsu) :: Rank 1xxThe Chariot(Katsumi) :: Rank 3 xxThe Hermit (Meishi) :: Rank 2xxThe Magician(Sindertech) :: Rank 2xxThe Strength(Daisuke) :: Rank 1

Location:Home wreck dungeon?
Action: Helping, for no benefit.
Music:

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[Chachamaru v2]

__________[ Where? Shadow World: Glass Home] [ Feeling? Okay fine b***h Who needs Kazune when I've got Zoey right here~?]

Keeping Zoey in her grip for the time being, despite the smaller girl reminding her that she was still carrying her and pointing out that she could put her down now. Of course, Katsumi could put Zoey down, but how could she even think about doing something like that? She had no idea when she'd ever get the chance to have Zoey in this position again! When Kazune announced that she would give gratitude kisses to anyone who asked - except for Katsumi - the girl recoiled with a look of over-the-top melodramatic offense, as though Kazune's words were deeply wounding her. Though, despite her deliberate act, she couldn't help but feel some genuine resentment at Kazune's gesture - Katsumi hadn't even been perverted or lewd and Kazune was already just acting like that towards her? Sure, because Zoey totally dodged that attack herself and Katsumi had done absolutely nothing to help right? 'Sure, maybe next time I'll just let you get sliced up you ungrateful scrub...' The girl hid her annoyance over just being completely brushed off like that though, instead inflicting her annoyance back onto the closest person at hand - that person, of course, being Zoey, who was still in her arms.

"Aww, Zoey-chan, did you hear how mean Kazune-chan was to me?!" Rather than letting go of Zoey, Katsumi instead tightened her grip on the smaller girl, hugging her closer and nuzzling her face against Zoey's a little. At least someone here knew how important Katsumi was to the team, even if she was too embarrassed to really show her appreciation properly. "She told me to go ******** myself! How rude... But then, I wouldn't mind if you wanted to do that for me, Zoey-chan~" Yep, back to business as usual for Katsumi. Battle was over, shadows were dead, and she had a cute girl in her arms. How could she not take advantage of the situation for all she could? As she tightened her grip, Katsumi's hand would move around to Zoey's rear, giving it a small squeeze, Katsumi making no attempt at subtlety or attempting to hide her actions. After all, since that was what every just expected out of her anyway, why even bother to pretend otherwise? It wasn't like anyone would judge her for it, since everyone pretty much knew from the moment that she picked Zoey up that she wasn't going to let her go without some sort of groping going on!



[ 0 - Fool - Haro Oda: Rank 2 ]
[ I - Magician - Sindertech Scientists: Rank 1 ]
[ II - Priestess - Lina Quill: Rank 1 ]
[ V - Hierophant - Zoey Holender: Rank 3 ]
[ VI - Lovers - Saori Makashima: Rank 5 ]
[ VII - Justice - Joseph Palmer: Rank 1 ]
[ IX - Hermit - Meishi Qin: Rank 1 ]
[ XI - Strength - Daisuke Daichi: Rank 1 ]
[ XII - Hanged Man - Sypher Corinth: Rank 2 ]
[ XIII - Death - Chisame Kotone: Rank 1 ]
[ XIV - Temperance - Kazune Matsui: Rank 1 ]
[ XV - Devil - Seraphim Harmonia: Rank 1 ]
[ XVI - Tower - Akira Takumi: Rank 3 ]
[ XVIII - Moon - Symphony Corinth: Rank 1 ]
[ XIX - Sun - Batsu Date: Rank 2 ]
[ XX - Judgment - Hakuenae-Sensei: Rank 1 ]
[ XXI - World - The Persona Group: Rank 4 ]
[ XXII - Aeon - Victoria: Rank 1 ]

[ShadowOfIce]

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[Location: Shadow world]
[ Persona: Oshun ]

Social Links: [Rank 3: Hanged Man (Sypher) ] - [Rank 2: Lovers (Saori)] - [Rank 1: Tower (Akira) ] - [Rank 2: Death (Chisame)] - [Rank 0: Temperance (Kazune) -Reversed-] [Rank 1: Moon (Symphony)] - [Rank 3: Chariot (Katsumi)] - [Rank 4: Sun (Batsu)] - [Rank 1: Judgment (Hakunae)] - [Rank 4: World (The Group)]

Zoey may have snapped just a bit at Katsumi just then, going on about ruining the moment, but behind it all, Zoey was in a really good mood about this. Everyone made it through okay, and even if everyone was cracking jokes to some extent and trying to lighten the mood, Zoey saw past the bit of nonsense, and started to realize the sort of person Kazune really was. Sure, they may have been completely different people, and they may not have gotten along well at all, but she was still human, she was still a friend. They were in this together, they had to get along one way or another. And right now, Zoey felt like she should have gotten closer or something, maybe give her a little pat on the back or even a hug.

Fortunately, Sypher was the first to close in, putting a coat around the disheveled girl who wasn't exactly decent. While Zoey may have made an annoyed expression a moment ago due to Katsumi, she was smiling a bit now at that gesture, finding it to make her happy, and again assured that Sypher was a great person, ..then again her growing little crush on him did make her a bit biased. Batsu on the other hand she still wanted to console to, but she was still in Katsumi's grasp and that made it difficult. Even so, she felt bad for him, she wanted to do something for her mute friend.

Most of all though, there was Kazune, the girl was smiling at them, pained but managing to get to her feet, and of course just wanting to get out of here! Her words though, annoyed as Zoey was, they did put some comfort in her heart, and she loved to hear it. The whole thing was... well, heartwarming to say the least. Zoey wasn't one to be too sappy, but she had a good heart and a deep understanding of people, thinking with a more adult mind than most her age. And at that moment, she knew that Kazune was taking a step forth in her life, one that they'd all be there with her to support her.

"Kazune, you don't have to thank us. I mean.. we're all friends, you know? At least, I like to think that way." Zoey would say with a warm little smile herself. She knew they had a rough history against one another, so she had to bring it up, but it was all in hopes of getting over it. "I'm just glad you're okay, so, yeah, let's get out of here. And um... I guess I'll save your offer, or something?" A kiss? Yeah... no. Zoey wasn't going to rudely decline after what they just went through, but she wasn't going to take that offer. Granted, she did kiss a girl once, Zoey and Tammy tried a casual date and it was bad, but thankfully they stayed friends, but that was then, this is now.

"I... think I get it now." Seraphim had been trying to sort out all of this Persona business. She didn't do well in the fight, only managing to aid Meishi once, and she wasn't the brightest, but the one eyed bully had to speak up. All of this, it felt like they were superheroes! And while she didn't admit it, the girl actually loved comic book heroes, ...even if she was more fitting to be a comic book villain. So as she witnessed this, the girl couldn't help but speak up just a bit. Sure, she didn't know Kazune, but she knew almost everyone else here, and that said enough to Seraphim that she needed to at least give a damn about this girl in some way.

"You all don't give a s**t about the problems you all face or the history you guys have. It's... about the moment, huh? The bond or.. or something and-" She paused, stuck out her tongue in a visible cringe, and favored one arm, rubbing it uncomfortable. "Yeeck... that's too corny to finish saying for my tastes. Whatever, just good to see you're in one piece, girl." Kazune was someone she felt like maybe she could relate with anyway, might as well get on her good side. Besides, it was like she said before cutting off; this felt good.

Even after all the harassment, bullying, and just being a generally terrible person, Seraphim felt like this all made a difference to her, that she was important.

"And you..." The white haired young woman would turn to look at Batsu. "Suck it up. You've got a blond, half dressed babe offering kisses. You should take it." Hopefully that might perk him up! Seraphim didn't like seeing the blue haired fellow shedding tears like that. It was for the same reason she didn't really pick on him as much as the rest in school; he was already too pitiful. She almost felt like she needed to give him a pick-me-up!

As the group was starting to gather up to go, Zoey denying the kiss but at least in a better mood about all of this, she'd feel Katsumi was still holding her. And.... nuzzling? Whoa-whoa-whoa! Nope! Zoey had been warming up to Katsumi a little, she honestly trusted the girl, and was seeing a friend in her in some way. But she did not feel right about being closer like that!

Zoey's eyes widened a bit, and she gave a little cringe at first too, shutting her eyes and reeling her head away. Sure it was warm, and the girl did want affection from someone, someday. But not from Katsumi! This sort of moment was reserved for whoever she'd end up with when she found the right man!

This was wrong!

"Okay, great. Cool. You helped and all, but don't get- ..hey, shut it!" Katsumi's words sent a chill down Zoey's spine, finding it just weird. It was Katsumi's style alright to be that much of a pervert, but again, no! Though, when Katsumi gave a hearty, smooth grope around the Zoey's skirt covered rear, Katsumi being treated to a surprisingly ample behind as it was one of Zoey's better, physical assets, the girl cried out a high pitched whine of surprise, tensed up, and wriggled to try and get free. For Katsumi it was certainly a guilty pleasure. For Zoey though, it was just wrong! Her face went bright red, she struggled, and finally, she'd manage to worm herself free before collapsing onto the ground on her hands and knees, her posture with her rear towards Katsumi for a moment only making it worse. "Oh my god, kill me. She would stumble and get up to her feet, still in a panic and blushing brightly, but the girl would retreat over to Akira, Kazune, and Sypher now, turning quickly so she had her eyes on the lecherous pervert, even pointing at her. "That's no rides for TWO weeks now, damnit!" ...Even if she already broke that punishment.

[bloom shine extra]

It looked, Meishi noted, like everything was going to be all right. Kazune was safe, the power of friendship or whatever was being learned, and - most importantly - no one was paying a single bit of attention to her.

She was just fine with that. Wasn't like she wanted to particularly be part of the stupid post-shadow comedy hour or whatever; she had more important things to do... things like 'being somewhere else' and 'not being here right now, holy s**t'. Besides, the sooner she got out of the Shadow World, the sooner she'd stop feeling like Holender had actually run her over with her truck. "I'm leaving," she announced, not particularly loudly or pointedly, and then turned to go. She could probably find her way out easily enough. Just like last time.

OOC reminder: I will be on hiatus after this post until such time as I'm fully moved and have internet access again.

[Angelglory]

- [_In the words of Batsu: "..."_] -
The Sun's shining at: Shadow World
Under the Watchful Eye of: Heimdall
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Having a quiet cry to himself, Batsu knew it was likely some of the others might've noticed what he was doing. But why did it have to be Seraphim to call him out? He was still hardly used to her being an ally, but here she was trying to cheer him up. If that attempt could be called one. Regardless the mute gradually pushed himself to a seated position having vented enough to move his thoughts onward. Now that the party had successful rescued Kazune, they could return to the real world. How did they get here to begin with? It almost felt like nearly a year had gone by... Putting his hand over his chest, the thread connecting him to the real world shown extending to up above. Following that would... put them back in Junes, right? The group had climbed into the Shadow World through a big screen TV after all.

If they came back out that way, would they get spotted? That would be hard to explain away... But with Kazune injured like she was, searching for the way back to the safe haven lake entrance wasn't much of a choice. [The... way we came in might be best... I'm going to go out that way.] Ow, nope, no more Persona calling. Rubbing his head, Batsu lightly pulled on his thread life-line and began his ascent back. From being weak and feeble to being... sick and feeble.

[Chachamaru v2]

__________[ Where? Shadow World: Glass Home] [ Feeling? Zoey you just set yourself right up for this~ <3]

Zoey's reaction, while disappointing, was hardly a surprise to Katsumi. She knew the girl well enough by now to know that her antics were pretty much guaranteed not to end well, but that didn't mean she wasn't going to try anyway! Even if it didn't necessarily end in the way that she was hoping it would, she knew that it was pretty much guaranteed to bring an embarrassed, blushing reaction from Zoey - and seeing the normally composed, grumpy girl getting all worked up and flustered, that was almost as good in her book! And sure enough, Zoey definitely did not disappoint with her response! Katsumi didn't even put up much resistance as the smaller girl wriggled free from her grip, allowing her to escape - after all, she'd already managed to get her hands on her, she wasn't going to let herself get too greedy! Her Sukukaja-skates had faded by now, and although she was still wearing the flats that she'd bought just for this rescue operation, she still wasn't really up to chasing Zoey down as she escaped from her. Seeing the blushing, embarrassed reaction on her face - not to mention getting a surprisingly nice view when Zoey had landed on her hands and knees beside her - was plenty of reward for her right about now~

Giving an unashamedly perverted giggle as Zoey stumbled up to her feet, retreating over to the others, Katsumi just casually strolled towards them, ready to leave this place for now. She still had other business to take care of today, after all, and as much fun as it was messing with Zoey, she couldn't be spending all day with her harrassment... But maybe just a little more couldn't hurt~? The girl gave a small pout when Zoey declared that Katsumi wasn't getting any free rides for two weeks - despite the fact that Zoey had already gone back on that threat. "Aww, Zoey-chaaaan..." Giving a pout and a slightly whiny tone, Katsumi looked back at Zoey with wide, fake sad eyes for a moment, before a thoughtful expression crossed her face. "...So, when you say 'no rides', are you talking about your truck, or...?" Her pout replaced with a devious grin, Katsumi reminded the group how she was never one to pass up the opportunity to make some sort of lewd remark - especially when there was the possibility of getting such an adorable, embarrassed reaction out of someone for it!



[ 0 - Fool - Haro Oda: Rank 2 ]
[ I - Magician - Sindertech Scientists: Rank 1 ]
[ II - Priestess - Lina Quill: Rank 1 ]
[ V - Hierophant - Zoey Holender: Rank 3 ]
[ VI - Lovers - Saori Makashima: Rank 5 ]
[ VII - Justice - Joseph Palmer: Rank 1 ]
[ IX - Hermit - Meishi Qin: Rank 1 ]
[ XI - Strength - Daisuke Daichi: Rank 1 ]
[ XII - Hanged Man - Sypher Corinth: Rank 2 ]
[ XIII - Death - Chisame Kotone: Rank 1 ]
[ XIV - Temperance - Kazune Matsui: Rank 1 ]
[ XV - Devil - Seraphim Harmonia: Rank 1 ]
[ XVI - Tower - Akira Takumi: Rank 3 ]
[ XVIII - Moon - Symphony Corinth: Rank 1 ]
[ XIX - Sun - Batsu Date: Rank 2 ]
[ XX - Judgment - Hakuenae-Sensei: Rank 1 ]
[ XXI - World - The Persona Group: Rank 4 ]
[ XXII - Aeon - Victoria: Rank 1 ]

[Haro Oda]

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As Kazune offered up a kiss to help her get out, Haro quickly jumped to the opportunity. Hoping to bypass all other offers. "Oh oh oh! Of course I will! Here Here" He spoke up quickly walking over to Kazune, wanting to help her, but Akira beat him and he gave him an annoyed look. Beaten to the punch by his zoning out of thinking just how awesome he was and kinda... more or less tuning out the others. His displeasure was clear, but he wouldn't give up on his chance to score a kiss - and maybe boob. Walking alongside Kazune and Akira, he crossed his arms behind his head.

"Hey Kazune, I know when we first met it was a bit shaky and all, but did you see how i exploded that one by myself? Yea. I mean, I probably coulda saved ya by myself. I'm still going to get a kiss right?" He asked, clearly hopeful for this prize. I mean, her shredded clothing certainly made things interesting too. He acted as if Akira wasn't even connected to Kazune.

[ShadowOfIce]

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[Location: Shadow world]
[ Persona: Oshun ]

Social Links: [Rank 3: Hanged Man (Sypher) ] - [Rank 2: Lovers (Saori)] - [Rank 1: Tower (Akira) ] - [Rank 2: Death (Chisame)] - [Rank 0: Temperance (Kazune) -Reversed-] [Rank 1: Moon (Symphony)] - [Rank 3: Chariot (Katsumi)] - [Rank 4: Sun (Batsu)] - [Rank 1: Judgment (Hakunae)] - [Rank 4: World (The Group)]

While Zoey was relieved and happy that they all managed to save Kazune and stay in one piece, she was also annoyed over the way some of them were handling this! Was now really the time to flirt, Katsumi? Couldn't you keep that ego in check, Haro? And what was with Meishi's attitude?

All of them deserved to be run over by her truck, damnit!

Though, in Haro's defense, playing devils advocate, Kazune did offer that kiss, so she couldn't really blame Haro for being so eager. Heck, maybe he'd just do that and it would be sweet? ...Oh who was she kidding, he was probably hoping for some boob action too! Zoey had to sigh at this a little, still flustered from Katsumi, and watching as Batsu would leave soon after. Worried about him still, Zoey would go after, but not before making sure everything here was okay, and dealing with Katsumi still too.

"What?!" Oh Zoey knew what she meant by that, and the petite, blue haired girl had her mouth go agape, shooting a look of disbelief at Katsumi. She should have expected this from the pervert, but Zoey still found it disarming! Katsumi was in the end a friend, whether Zoey wanted to admit it or not, and she was starting to respect and like the girl as such. However, times like this made it so god damned hard to be that friend, when she wanted to just smack her upside the head. "B-Bad girl! Down! I hope someone breaks your arms for trying a lewd-move on'em!" Of course she didn't mean that, but Zoey was acting on her instinct then, insulting the girl before backing away.

She needed to get away from her! And while Kazune was being bonded with her Persona, the injured blond girl would find her threat reconnecting, her bond to the normal world no longer severed. Zoey and the others would see this, and it was all Zoey needed to decide that it was time to get out of here! She huffed a bit, giving a pout, and crossing her arms as a faint chill came from her, before she looked back at Kazune, keeping close to her, just in case she needed to give Haro or Katsumi a good bash on the head. Akira and Sypher were here for that too, but this needed a woman's touch too!

"Take the time you need, Kazune. But it looks like your thread to our world is back too. I can... w-well I guess I can take you home or something if you want." Saying it with a faint blush and rubbing the back of her neck, Zoey had enough compasion to offer a weary friend a ride home. There was so much on her mind, and she worried about what this all meant, but for now, the group needed time to lick their wounds, recover, and make a plan.