jigokulogs | 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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[ he followed the newcomer’s voice, eyes searching the crowd until they landed on the looming figure approaching him; one that certainly stood out and held its own domain. a unique sight, indeed. it earned j a curious stare— even when itadori is used to ‘odd’ by now. whoever it was, he seemed friendly or had no intention of sabotaging his negotiation session. it might be a foolish way to measure who’s worth the trust or not, just by looking at someone. he knows. but, he’s not gonna start embracing the pathetic way of living in constant fear, always looking over your shoulder and mistrusting everyone. hell is cruel in itself, and you can’t really go through it on your own. with that mentality, itadori carried his weight of the conversation with a lighthearted tone; even offering a smile. ]

I don't know. We've been talking for a while. If it was a hard 'no', they would've said something by now.

[ he didn’t bother to whisper back as he had no reason to encourage further doubts in an already agitated crowd. itadori, while he’s not the brightest, can pick up on an ominous vibe when the situation begs for it. the growing mass surrounding him and his new company— yeah, it might be a hint his efforts are not welcomed too well. that's when his expression falters, tilting his head to the side. not worried, merely plotting his next bargaining.

he regards his companion again. ]

Why do you think I'm selling myself here? Are you saying I look weak right now?

[ a genuine question, and there's no bite behind it. he's simply asking. ]

[ Greetings come in all shapes and sizes. For J, it's usually in smiles that simply aren't. Poor imitations stitched from a grimace flipped around and frozen solid. By fear, mockery, or an even pettier emotion. He's had hundreds of years to critique the finer points between what is and isn't genuine. Another some hundred to read through pleasantries at a glance.

Tonight, Itadori's is sincere. And entirely absent of fear at the first sight of him. It's that sheer fearlessness, so reminiscent of someone else, that forces him to finally catch the gaze leveled his way and notice the boy more than see past him. It gives him cause to blink in wonder. How does someone that reads as mortal, soft and squishy and very breakable, not think twice before giving a greeting to the thing with wings and talons that's prowled up to his door? A creature no more human than the regulars of this Hell; worse than the pack of men lurking in the streets, who are much less dangerous for showing their hand.

The immediate trust is new enough here to relish. ]

Empathy. Responsibility. A compulsion to do the right thing. [ There's a butter-soft twist of upturned lips. ] Tell me when I'm getting warm.

No. [ Now's not the time for barefaced honestly. J's version of telling it like it is would just mean the boy would put up his guard and distance himself. It's much too soon for distrust when he's only just gotten curious about his fellow Enma recruit. All of the harsh realities he'd normally share lie tucked away in favor of a different perspective.

The flattery that comes isn't a lie when it's stunning to see the courage in facing down insurmountable odds without fear. Soldiers have sworn their lives in servitude for less. Women their love. And a country their worship. J might swear something too: His time and patience. Things worth their weight in gold in the eyes of those he never gave enough of it to.

Tailfeathers from his nearest wing land atop Itadori's head, rubbing just enough to ruffle his hair. ]

You look particularly brave to me. That simply might not be enough tonight.

[ Daring only gets a man so far in a life that's more prone to showing cruelty than kindness to those types. King Arthur died betrayed by those he loved most. And martyred saints of yesteryear are a handful of the countless innocents lost to wars. Life issues a reminder with the clatter of a bottle smashing to pieces a few feet away. Foul liquid splatters across pavement too dark at this hour to discern the contents. ]

Careful, now. [ When a second flies through the air J's wing adjusts to shield Itadori from its path. ] What do you think? Does that sound like a "No" yet?

[ truth to be told, itadori isn’t the type to be offended easily. no, the reason he asked is quite simple and a reflection of his own simple mind— he wanted to hear an honest perspective. if he is handling the situation wrong, he wants to re-evaluate his steps and figure out a more productive approach. it empathizes on how itadori wanted the night to end without unnecessary conflict. there is no reason for bloodshed if a few freebies can settle any rousing anxieties. the elegant remarks coming his way prompted another confused stare— if the intent is to compliment itadori's stubbornness to tame a pack of wolves, then j is being too kind. ]

I’m just trying to do my job?

[ - and failing, apparently! j decided on by suppressing an honest feedback, instead reassuring him with a gentle touch on the head. itadori’s gaze shifts to the ground between them, content as the soft feathers mussed up his pinkish locks. there has to be a way that didn’t involve a physical conflict. other members of their faction might not share his tolerance, and some will conclude to violence so long as they get it over with. it might be the easy way out, but he couldn't bring himself to take the first swing when his opponent seems so … well, weak. being cruel is one thing, but they are unfit to hold a genuine threat (or that's what he thought).

the sound of shattered glass didn’t startle him; nothing more than itadori straightening his back and examining the mysterious liquid on the floor. perhaps it’s a half-empty alcohol bottle? when the second one lands closer to them, he flexed his arm in a subtle gesture to keep j out of harm’s way; again— allowing the other the freedom to curl those wings over him. he's unsure what's in those bottles until he smelled it— that’s when itadori flinched, nose wrinkled in disgust, stepping back until he bumped into the other's taller figure. in which he muttered under his breath ‘I know what that is ...'. is he surprised? nah. he'd seen this kinda 'survival tactics' back home. nasty stuff. ]

Yeah, that’s a ‘no’. Still – [ just when j might assume the sorcerer is about to learn from old mistakes, itadori ends up raising a hand with a new outburst of energy. ] Three meal boxes! That’s my final offer. Three meal boxes, free drinks, and one week of protection as you settle into your new place. Take it or leave it!

[ whether it’s intentional or not, from where they stood up; both itadori and j made a silent statement on the reality of the unspoken alternative. it took him back to the inaugural meeting, when they were told of the enma's vision, mission, and the strict culture of enforcing Order. it's hard to walk out of it without feeling some sense of intimidation (and maybe pride?) of what they can be. he allowed it to sink in, silence followed for a brief, crucial moment, and then— calmly. ]

... I can’t promise the others would treat you as kindly.

[ this is it. one last shot. if all fails, his next priority would be not to get j involved in his own mess. ]

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