jigokulogs | March 2022 Mini Event

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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[ Flatterer. Musashi giggled, giving Billy a wink before turning back to herself in the mirrors, posing just slightly and getting a feel for her range of movement... ]

It's a little tight in the shoulders, though, even if you're supposed to keep the neckline loose... I'm not sure I could fight as well in this.

[ Was that really something she should be concerned about in a parade?? ]

[There was just the barest hint of a blush from that wink. Dang it Musashi....]

Pretty certain that you're not meant to. It's all for show, and not for the action you're thinkin' of.

[Another reason for him to not dress up. Too much cloth got in the way of his gun and knife.]

Could always request somethin' different.

Well they did have more bikini like outfits... and I'm used to fighting in those...

[ She lets out a thoughtful hum. And yet... ]

... But this definitely feels more in the mood of a festival, doesn't it?

I'd certainly say it does. Helps that you just pull it off naturally.

'Sides, if there's any fightin' to be done you got me an' others workin' security. Or whatever they need.

[ Musashi laughed, turning back towards him and reaching to poke lightly at the brim of his hat. ]

As if I'd ever pass up a chance to throw myself into a brawl.

I'm not the sort of person that's satisfied to be protected by others.

[He gives a chuckle himself and playfully pokes her hand aside.]

I wouldn't figure ya to be one to say no to a fight. Let alone let others do the fightin' for you.

[He gives her dress a look over again.]

Hm... you know it looks good on ya. But your usual getup looks just as stellar. Probably a touch easier to use them swords of yours too.

They already told me my normal kimono wouldn't do for the parade. Said it didn't match the vibe or something.

[ Not that Musashi really knew anything about that, shrugging. ]

I guess if it comes down to it, I gotta be careful to not tear these up or get them dirty...

[ Or she might wind up in MORE debt... ]

Really?

[He doesn't quite get it either. Maybe there was some sort of hidden context that Billy was missing here. There also wasn't really much that he himself could do for her as far as clothing goes.]

If anyone can manage somethin' like that, it'd be you. [He gives her clothes a look over again.]

Could see if they can at least loosen it up a bit more for ya. Make it easier to move around in, just in case a scuffle breaks out.

They already loosened up the neckline, but that's only so my shoulders aren't completely covered...

[ That much Musashi DID understand. It was the subtle sign of the business they both worked for, the calling card of those who dealt in pleasures of the flesh... She definitely appreciated it when she was a client, the energy that all gave off. She got it. ]

Though hopefully there won't be any fighting, either. This Night Parade is supposed to be a night where all the factions get along, right?

How diabolical. They really are demons, ain't they~?

[He grinned a bit in a teasing manner. He gets it, and understands some of what was going on beneath the whole parade. A night of not only partying and peace, but also a bit of advertising. Though to lump both Musashi and the word together did leave a sour taste on his tongue.]

So they told us. [He wasn't sure, but this was evidently not the first one, so perhaps Billy should relax just a tad bit? The Archer leans back in his seat once again.] ...But what do you make of it all?

Well...

[ Musashi shifted to start loosening the obi. She was pretty sure they'd have a new outfit ready for her soon, so she should probably start de-layering herself. ]

When I was little, I used to get told stories about the Night Parade. About how humans should always lock up and hide when it comes by their house, less they wind up spirited away. Plus the party always got so wild that it destroyed whole villages...

[ She clicked her tongue, shaking her head. ]

But obviously I never got to see one, myself...

[Billy goes ahead and stands, moving to help her deal with layers of cloth, should Musashi want the extra hand.]

That was probably a good thing! I wouldn't have been able to meet ya if you had. [Probably, not that the description does much to assuage his overall worries.]

But I get it, a large party of demons that also tends to destroy things. Kinda like a storm.

[ He'd be able to help keep things from getting wrinkled as they were put away, too. That just dropped Musashi down to the juban she'd been wearing underneath, the white cotton hanging loosely around her. She took in a nice, deep breath, now that the obi wasn't compressing her midsection, and sort of... leaned forward, just slightly against Billy. ]

I could use a drink...

Tryin' on dresses that stressful for ya?

[He shifts his eyes away just a little and shakes his head. Letting her lean in against him and pressing back slightly in return. Taking just a moment to let her touch warm him... and yeah there was a bit of a flush to his cheeks. Billy tried to cover it up with a smile, but she just had a sort of effect on him.

Drinks then.]

...But fine, so long as ya promise to not go overboard.

They've got some sake for the girls in one of the back rooms... wanna join me?

[ Her voice had taken on a softer quality, nearly close enough to nuzzle against him. It was almost to the point her juban was loosening up at the waist, as well, further falling away from her. There was... a hint of her intentions there.

She'd been modeling and working with outfits most of the day at that point. She could use some stress relief. ]

You know I wouldn't say no to ya. [He caught on and nuzzled into her with his arms pressing themselves around her softly. Taking a moment to simply enjoy the feel of her body through the loose cloth.]

The back rooms are an awful long way away.... [There was a small squeeze and a light kiss.]

Thank we can make it?

I'm not that impatient, come on now...

... But I could definitely use the relaxation.

[ So she was at least a little needy in the way she rubbed against him, letting out an almost whimpering sigh. ]

So let's... not keep the room waiting, huh?

You might not be.

[Slowly he let go of her the way she pressed against him, how she spoke, that whimper- it was all making it difficult to be patient. Another light kiss followed with him reaching to take one hand in his and the other snagging his hat and jacket.]

Let's go on and get you relaxed then, hon. [His own voice was low and heavy with desire for her.]

[ She really did appreciate his willingness to go along with this. Billy was pretty much the exact kind of guy that made her heart flutter, so that part was easy, but more than that...

Like it wasn't as if she needed mana. He didn't either. These bodies seemed to work perfectly like normal human ones.

No it was more... the comfort of familiarity. Something she could lean on, to feel her connection with Ritsuka, still. That's really what it was, more than anything else. And it helped.

A lot.

By the time they were in that private room, she was already slipping out of the juban, the room a comfortable warm against her bared skin, but still cool enough to draw her into his arms, seeking his touch, his kiss. ]

[The Archer's heart beat faster and faster as he held Musashi again. Feeling her against him had its own comfort and familiarity. Feelings that helped to make Billy feel a bit more safe and at ease. He wouldn't readily admit to it, but Musashi was someone he felt that he could rely on and someone he'd let to lean on him in return.

He continued to hold her, kissing her as they drew each other closer to one another. Lips pressing against lips and hands pressing her bare skin as her Jiban fell away. Wandering over her breasts, curves, and thighs.

Massaging her slowly and gently.]

[ The gunman had pretty great hands. It required plenty of dexterity to do what he did, after all, and it showed in how he could let his fingers speak his intentions over her flesh. It made her shiver, a soft moan settling into her throat, swallowed by a kiss...

Her own hands started to work at his belt, first. It'd help him get the rest of his clothes off, since he tucked his shirt in, but it also allowed her to slip her palm beneath the hem of his trousers, to get a grip of his length beneath, a teasing squeeze of her fingers. ]

[Billy continued to drink her in like a fine, strong mezcal. Just sweeter, softer, and more warm. Her touch caused his knees to turn to mush and quickly harden in her grip. The veins along his length engorging and throbbing with life. Warm and just as excited as the rest of him. The roughness of her palms, aided by her strength honed from years of training shined through and caused him to groan buck against her hand.

One of the outlaw's hands left her, moving down to undo the front of his pants. Unbuttoning them and allowing his member to spill out and breath for the woman to freely tease and feel.

A moan reverberated in his own throat to mingle with Musashi's. Gently he nipped her bottom lip as he slowly began to kiss his way down her body, towards her breasts. A hand slipped itself between her thighs, pressing against her petals, fingers gently and slowly running along her clit in patient circles. At least until they can get into a better position.]

Mmph... hon, lets get you a seat and... [A kiss and suckle to one of her mounds. Tongue running over a pink nipple.] ...drink to enjoy.

[That would probably mean separating though...]

[ ... But it didn't mean they had to. ]

Think you can carry me there?

[ If they could get creative. She did, however, let to of his length in the meantime, letting her arms settle around his shoulders, freeing up his hands to do whatever he needed to them to do to get them both somewhere more comfortable. ]

Hm... [Maybe is what he would say, but instead just goes for it. Hands moving to grip cheeks, knees bending to lift her up with a grunt. Billy's- well he's very obviously not the physically strongest or biggest person around.

But he can manage picking Musashi well enough for the most part.

His lips leave her chest during this, returning to kissing along her jaw and neck in short, sweet pecks.]

...I just might- [kiss] be able to.

[He carries her over to a nearby sofa slowly and carefully where he'd gently lower down to the cushions.]

[ Cushions that she felt like a feather upon, perfectly supported, and just what she needed... Not that she wouldn't have scoffed at the floor. Or really any surface. When one was horny, one tended to care about anything outside of immediate comfort a little less.

She settled in easily, welcoming him to do the same with a tug at his shoulders, fingertips pushing into the back of his neck, rubbing at the nape. ]

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