March 2022 Mini Event

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The Night Parade is fast-approaching and each faction will be busy with their own preparations.

1. SHUTEN CLAN

The Celestial Phoenix Casino, a fairly popular casino in the Shuten territory, is overdue on its protection money. This money is sorely needed for parade preparations. Unfortunately, the casino has decided it doesn't need to pay up because they've hired some new unaffiliated muscle. Neither the manager nor their new muscle are the type to listen to reason, so be prepared to exert some intimidation and force to convince these new bodyguards to take their business elsewhere.

The brute squad working for the Celestial Phoenix seems to be made up of several different youkai. Some of them are more human looking than others, but you'll notice no Oni. Even independent Oni wouldn't dare turn against the Shuten Clan. Even lacking in Oni, these thugs are armed to the teeth, swinging several deadly weapons and even a few firearms. This could get rough, so be prepared for the worst. Take the gangsters protecting the Celestial Phoenix out or convince them it’s not worth it.

Once inside, you'll discover that the owner, in a panic, has locked himself inside the casino's value with the protection money owed. This might take some doing to get open...

2. SUTOKU ALLIANCE

The Kappa want to be left alone and the Daitengu has asked Sutoku Alliance members to assure their wishes are respected. Members are tasked with convincing people to stay away from the Kappa's riverside facilities by whatever means necessary. Of course, you may want to take a look for yourself to see what they’re being so secretive about. That’s not recommended, if you don’t want to get into trouble.

It’s not just strangers who are nosy, though. Retinues from both the Shuten and Tamamo clans are making an appearance and asking why the inspections are taking so long. Why are the Kappa dragging their feet? The Alliance prefers to avoid direct violence, so it's up to you to talk to these clan captains in a way that convinces them to leave the Kappa alone.

If you're curious enough to dive deeper into the Kappa's business, however, even your Alliance membership isn't going to keep you safe. The Kappa themselves seem to disappear from sight the further into the sewers you go, as if invisible. Preventing yourself from being spotted by a security camera or a patrolling Kappa is almost impossible. Cover your faces, stick to the shadows, and you might just notice that... they’re building something down there.

Something for the Parade? Who knows? But it’s definitely not decorations or a float...

3. DEPARTMENT OF THE ENMA

The parade route for the Night Parade needs to be "cleaned up". The Department is tasked with getting the low level street gangs and squatters to clear out. The homeless population will resist and may not be so easily persuaded to give up their spots. Your best bet is to offer them food, booze, or shelter for the night. The street gangs will assuredly fight back. Use your strength or your wits to get the job done.

The gangs will not typically be that tough, most don’t want to step up to the Department's goon squad too heavily lest they wind up in a cell for the rest of their lives. Still, some might be hopped up on encouraging substances and try to escalate. Don’t worry, though. You have the authority of the Enma on your side! Don’t think they will get away with waving a weapon in your face.

The homeless, though, lack strength or weapons. They are more fueled by desperation to keep their spots. Winter hasn't been kind to them, after all, and they don’t have much respect for the Enma's authority. Their belligerent behavior is loud, and often violent despite their absence of means to properly defend themselves. At worst, they’ll probably try to use biological warfare. Don’t ask what's in those bottles...

4. TAMAMO CLAN

Parade costumes need to be designed, crafted, modeled, and then likely mended knowing the rough and tumble yokai. The textile shops and tailors of the area need Tamamo Clan members to help them out. Costumes vary from extremely ornate to extremely sexy. These costumes need to merge form and function, for the Tamamo clan parade marchers that means they need to be able to sell their specific wares while wearing them. (wink wonk)

None of the costumes are floor ready and the shop bosses urge you that these cannot be seen by the public until they are ready. This won’t stop some peeping toms and tammies from trying to scope out the goods. Most of the voyeurs are spying for perverted reasons, but some are from shops outside of Tamamo’s influence trying to copy the designs for themselves. Either way, Tamamo Clan members aren't expected to be just pretty faces. So rough’em up.

5. TASTE TEST (ALL FACTIONS)

For those less interested in their faction's work, the restaurants in the Tamamo territory also need help finalizing their menu offerings for the Night Parade. Taste testers and creative cooks wanted! These aren’t just any dishes though and may have some interesting effects. One may be so spicy that everything burns, your face turns red, and you need to cool yourself off. Or maybe your dish is so good that you need to take a nap – it doesn't matter where you are, you'll just fall asleep right on the spot. Another possibility is a dish that gives you unstoppable energy – literally. It will make you want to get up and go and never stop moving. If you stop moving, it may cause a bigger problem.

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parade route

[silentscout]

[What a fun start to the night indeed.

It's highly likely that Yuji misses Lalli's first appearance. The strange catlike man moves with steps so quiet that he could be seen as entirely silent, with only a soft sigh of exasperation audible to announce that he's even there. But as soon as he lets his dismay be known, he's off again, stepping quickly and quietly as he hurries along to another spot.

About a minute later, Lalli drops down in front of Yuji, having descended from some nearby rooftop. While he's moving as quietly as before, this time he is very visible since he wants to be noticed. Hi Yuji, hope you don't mind someone dropping in! he's got his cloak's hood up, as he usually does, but since they're both in Enma it's entirely possible Yuji could have seen that cloak before. Probably when Lalli was skipping out on doing work and instead napping in some corner of the Enma building.]

[ahost]

[ he can hear those tiny steps lurking around, trying to follow a glimpse of their shadow and failing; never once did he stop cleansing his hand even when he was unsure whether he's dealing with an enemy or a friend here. by the time lalli introduced himself, meeting each other's eyes— itadori stares at him. more staring. slow blink, and then ... his lips curled up in a smile. ]

Ooooh, I know you!

[ yup, he recognized that cloak. he'd seen it a few times but never had the chance to say 'hello', choosing not to disrupt that kid's rest. it was the kind of scene that sticks to one's memory, as the sorcerer couldn't understand why would anyone choose to snooze on the floor and not on a comfy bed. a true mystery! but, hey— whatever makes lalli more comfortable. ]

I've seen you before. Fellow Enma, right? Hi! I'm Itadori Yuuji!

[silentscout]

Good, you have working eyes.

[He's not trying to be insulting, but most of what Lalli says sounds condescending at best. His 'resting bitch face' carries across to his tone too.

But he suddenly holds out his hand, revealing the reason why he had disappeared in the first place: it's a roll of bandages! And since he's holding it out towards Yuji in particular, it might be obvious what his intentions for said bandages are.]

Fellow Enma, yes. Lalli Hotakainen.

[He pauses for a moment, and he looks momentarily distracted, his gaze looking upwards and to the right slightly. But after a moment he refocuses, looking to Yuji again.]

'Hotakainen' is my family name. We say names differently where I'm from.

[ahost]

Hotak ak- ... yeah, I can't say it. I'll stick with Lalli. Lalli is cute.

[ now that might've been more insulting- ... itadori's lack of effort to pronounce his name right and sticking with what is easier for him. a bit of an asshole move, but the smile on his face promised his new teammate it's all warmth and no malice here. after all, they belong to the same faction— they should be allies in one way or another. the point was proven when lalli offered the bandages, in which the sorcerer didn't hesitate to accept. perfect timing as he could stop the bleeding. ]

Thanks!

[ with a sigh, still crouched over, with his back pressed against the wall; working the thick fabric over the gushing wound with a knowing touch. he's done this way too many times. still keeping his gaze low, itadori continues- ]

I didn't see the guy with the knife coming. It was my fault.

[silentscout]

[Lalli looks absolutely baffled by Yuji. How in the world is a name 'cute'? It's just a name to Lalli, and names aren't cute, or any descriptor really. They're just names.

Yes, he's being pedantic for no reason. That is just how Lalli is though. A lot of things in the world don't make sense to him, so he frowns and complains about it all. Like how Yuji is hurt and talking about his failure and is smiling through it. That doesn't make sense to Lalli at all.

'He's an idiot, just like Emil.' Lalli thinks to himself, completely skipping over the part where Emil is one of his Favorite People and how all the traits Lalli finds annoying are exactly what it takes to really get close to him and strike a friendship in the first place. But being an idiot means someone has to look over him, and nobody else from Enma is here to do that, so...]

We're kicking people out of the places they like to stay. You should be expecting resistance.

[ahost]

[ they could argue and go into a full debate over the legitimacy of labeling a name as 'cute', but alas— lalli spared himself a lot of trouble by keeping his thoughts muted. ]

I understand their perspective. But, it's our job. On a positive note, I think their numbers are significantly lower now. We might be able to wrap it up before midnight.

[ hey, he's not in the mood to question the logic behind this assignment, or the fact kicking someone out of their home for a spectacle just sounds silly— itadori will keep it simple and follow orders for the night. he's too tired of trying to figure this place out. he kept his focus on his securing the bandages, testing their flexibility as he curled and relaxed his fingers. yes, perfect.

he didn't use up all the material, so he offers it back to the other boy; smiling again. ]

I hope you won't need to use it, but you might run into someone who does! Unless ... you want to be my partner for the night?

[silentscout]

[Well okay, sure. Lalli is one who hoards supplies, so he'll take the rest of the bandages and stick them into a hidden pocket on his cloak.

Yuji is very understanding, Lalli is coming to realize. He's not sure if he likes it though. The understanding people are always the ones who See him, and even if it usually has good results afterwards he doesn't like being Seen. Especially with few personal comforts here to make him feel better afterwards.

He's tempted to tell Yuji no and just run away, but he knows he can't actually run far. They both work for the Enma, they'll cross paths again before long. Lalli just has to not be as conversation-avoidant as he usually is. It's a tall order for him, but the last year has taught him to at least try.]

Don't call it 'partners'. We can work in the same area and keep an eye out for each other.

[Lalli, being pedantic about words. In other news, water is wet.]

[ahost]

Yeah, but that's what 'partners' are!

[ the comeback came out as a playful tease more than anything, and while the smirk is a bit cunning, the tone had a kind friendliness into it. itadori never had a hard time feeling comfortable around others; call it the perks of being a social extrovert, but he's not that type to waste much time tiptoeing around other people. he finally straightens up, patting the dust off his pants before taking a moment to stretch his arms over his head. other than the sealed injury to his hand, the sorcerer is a bit battered, a few bruises here and there— after all, he's still a rookie in the city. bottom of the ranks. no gang member felt threatened by him and therefore— he had to deal with defiance every single time. it could be the curse of being a new recruit, but he will manage. ]

Okay. I can do that.

[ a few steps brought him closer, he then casually nods towards down the street where a group of thugs are lingering around. ]

You wanna' try talking to them? I've already tried with the others and whatever I say just seemed to piss them off more. You might be able to be more approachable than me.

[silentscout]

[This is definitely a mistake. Lalli should never be trusted with communicating with others.]

Okay.

[He's not too enthusiastic about it, but he'll try his best. There's nobody here who knows that he should be stopped.

So he just. Walks down to the group of thugs and stands there quietly until one of them notices him. He's definitely waiting a good 30 seconds, during which a couple of the thugs do see him but start talking shit about 'the pipsqueak' who dares to stand near them. But eventually one of them does decide to speak up:]

Beat it, jackass.

[To which Lalli immediately responds:]

You're in the way. Move.

[Hm. That's no good.

Yuji's got about five seconds to do something before these thugs turn on Lalli, who is standing there like nothing is wrong.]

[ahost]

[ ...

as a fellow enma, he thought this guy would know better than just stand there with his guard dropped. itadori wanted to give him a chance to prove himself, maybe he's one of those badass folks that seems aloof at the start, only to strike an epic punch a second later. but—

he kinda, lowkey, somewhat ... doubts it.

itadori still didn't intrude; merely watching with his arms folded against his chest. he stepped in when one of those gang members got too close to lalli, in his face— in which itadori stepped between them and shoved that guy from the shoulder; strong enough to make the other stumble a few feet away. ]

Seriously?!!

[ yeah, he's looking at you. the fuck, lalli? ]

[silentscout]

[The guy is shoved back while yelling out 'what the fuck?!' and the other two guys are now turning on Itadori too, whoops.

Lalli just gives Itadori an annoyed look. You wanted him to try talking to them, didn't you? Then let him do the talking! That's the vibe Lalli is giving off at least, because he's really not that good at expressing himself.

His eyes do glow for a second though, and he abruptly goes from annoyed to focused as he swiftly turns to look at the three men, one of whom is swinging at Lalli with a wide sucker punch. Dodging around it is easy- Lalli is much more flexible than he looks, it's almost catlike in how he moves- but he's abruptly grabbing for Itadori's hand as he ducks out of the way.

Time to run. If he can snag Itadori's hand, he'll drag the boy along with him. If not, well, wait and see for that one.]