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jigokumods ([personal profile] jigokumods) wrote in [community profile] jigokulogs2022-09-22 10:01 am

September 2022 Mini Event





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While an official announcement hasn't been made yet, it is all but guaranteed that each faction will be sending out forces into the Wasteland to confront Iron Bear for that 100 Billion Bounty. Meanwhile, though...

1. SHUTEN CLAN


Training Day


The street gangs in the area continue to be of note. Normally, this would be a cause for some concern among the Shuten Clan. However, they're good news this time around. The glory of the bounty has caused several of the old gangs to disband and swear up with the Shuten Clan, instead of being a thorn in Toraguma's side. With new recruits, that means it's training day again. Get the new guys into shape by showing them the ropes. Team up among yourselves and instruct these unruly street bros what it means to be a member of the Shuten Clan!

Training day is expected to be rough, but hopefully it's a nice change of pace to be the one barking orders. Initiation rituals can range from hardcore drinking contests, to tests of physical strength, all the way to old reliable: fighting it out. You have a long lead on how creative and demanding you want to be. It's your clan too, after all.

Tools of the Trade


The bounty has just boosted the Shuten Clan's numbers, it has also triggered an increase for demand in weapons and arms. The Shuten's are seeing increased profits in their smuggling business. Sellers are being met with both would-be bounty hunters, and average citizens who are feeling anxious about the state of the world. Currently, Shuten arms shipments are a target to both thieves and the police. They need your protection. Thieves are not necessarily unaffiliated, the other factions would like in on this profit margin.

The Shuten Clan is calling on their lost souls to help transport, protect, and sell weapons. They want you to get these arms into the hands of anyone with the cash. To make your sales, you may want to demonstrate the unique benefits of the different options available. Clients come from all factions, so be on your best behavior to impress, and don't get caught up in a stupid sting operation. The Clan is not interested in losing money bailing you out.

OOC note; Any character outside Shuten can post a top-level trying to obtain Shuten weapons, either purchasing or attempting to steal them. Enma characters can also post top-levels related to this prompt.


2. TAMAMO CLAN


Bottom's Up


The fervor surrounding the bounty and the Wasteland is stressful. The Tamamo Clan specializes in stress relief of all kinds, and they are offering up some new potions just for the occasion. Some of these shady products are little more than placebos, while others might have actual effects. No one can really tell which is which, they all taste the same (read: bad). They might make you feel relaxed, or they might make you even more stressed out. That stress might even end up radiating onto the people around you. Who knows what they'll do, really. It's a dicey option, but maybe the distraction is worth it.

As this is the Tamamo Clan we're talking about, some of these potions will be aphrodisiac in nature. Hey, it's a form of stress relief. Still, the quality and intensity of these potions varies greatly, you don't entirely know what kind of ride you're signing up for.

The big gaps in quality of these potions is due to their rushed creation. Like all the other factions, the Tamamo Clan has other priorities right now as they prepare to head out...

OOC note: This is another "anyone can post a top level related to this prompt" one. We do ask if you're leaning towards the aphro option to properly label your top levels with the appropriate warnings!

Ancient Arts


Even the relaxed Tamamo Clan is feeling the tension in the city. Tenkohime has ordered mandatory weapons drills with the magical weapons in the Clan's armory. She's preparing for war and wants everyone to be at their best. You need to know every tool at your disposal. There are seals, explosives, traps, and more; some stranger than others. Test them on each other and maybe the unsuspecting members of other factions... Just try not to actually kill each other.

Weapons drills will be conducted where lost souls are encouraged to experiment with how different seals will interact with different weapons and abilities. Those who opine that the Tamamo Clan is merely the clan of "fox bitches" will be in a for a rude awakening when all the smiling threats become reality. Tenkohime herself, along with the old fox Kinsei, will be supervising training. Hunter Anna, who works alongside Kinsei in the armory, is also available to share a wealth of knowledge and tips.

They are all watching you with high expectations.


3. SUTOKU ALLIANCE


Jigokucho's Got Talent Part 2


While the last-minute help with filling holes in various clubs bookings was appreciated, a more permanent solution for Moonday's unfortunate hiatus is needed, urgently. One can't just replace the most popular band in the city overnight! It's time to look for Jigokucho's next top performance act to begin in earnest. And that means auditions.

All factions are encouraged to stop by Konoha to audition, but all the acts are judged solely by Alliance swear-ins. Your fate will ultimately come down to whether Sutoku can even tolerate you in their clubs, though. Hope your reputation doesn't precede you. Will you become a hit, or will you get the gong? The only way to find out is to try!

OOC note: Again, this prompt is more or less open to everyone. Sutoku characters are the only ones who can play the part of talent judge.

Running with Wolves


The White Wolves have concerns about the physical fitness of the Sutoku Clan. If we're going to the Wasteland, you need to be able to survive out there! The solution? Exercise drills! Mandatory ones! Yes, this means all you chain-smokers out there. You must pass the White Wolves' extremely high standards. Hope you like push-ups. And sit-ups. And pull-ups. There will also be a lot of running, sprinting, leaping, and other field sports.

Every single Sutoku swear-in is expected to participate. Even if you're an officer. Especially if you're an officer. No excuses will be accepted. And, look: even the Daitengu is participating. They seem to be having fun. You can try to weasel out of it, but good luck. The White Wolves are always vigilant, and they have perfected the disappointed puppy dog face. It will rend your heart in two more effectively than any swipe from their giant swords.

If you are looking for an example of White Wolves' standards, look to your resident junior member: Megumi.


4. DEPARTMENT OF THE ENMA


Friendly Reminder!


Despite the Department's best efforts, the unaffiliated bounty hunters continue to be a problem. There are just too many jerks out there looking for a payday, and the Enma's Department just can't handle them all. They may be the arbiters of law and order in the city, but they can only be in so many places at once. The manpower just isn't there for a full crackdown. But, at some point, inspiration strikes:

A memo circulates among department members instructing them to create several Public Service Announcements to dissuade these miscreants. Come up with creative setting ideas, involve the other members of the Department, and maybe some other factions, too. The best PSAs will receive a small token of the Enma's appreciation: a one-of-a-kind commemorative mug. Show these bounty hunters that their behavior will not be tolerated!

Toys for Good Children


The bounty hunters rounded up thus far have provided the Department with something useful: all of their confiscated gear. Melee weapons, guns, survival tools of all shapes, and a large collection of swords. The big item on the menu is weapons and ammunition, a lot of it. So much so that the storage at Kaigo no Bou is starting to burst at the seams.

Their weapons and tools may prove useful to the Enma...Well, once everyone figures out just what this stuff does. Some of it is your standard weaponry, some of it defies explanation. Sort through the gear and find what's useful, and what isn't. Anything that isn't too dangerous can be sent right back out on the streets. Give it to some thugs as a gift, they'll be grateful and maybe cause problems for the more chaotic factions. It's not your problem once it leaves your hands. And if you happen to get something in return for your generous donation? No one saw a thing.

OOC note; Another prompt where mostly anyone can participate, at least in the "letting the weapons filter back into the streets" aspect. Have your character cut a deal with a Department member to get a cool weapon!


5. ALL FACTIONS - WE KNOW WHO YOU ARE


During the evening news, the anchorwoman is visibly sweating and looking increasingly panicked. She goes on in a trembling voice to say that they have been sent a message from... Iron Bear.

They play the tape...

"I'm disappointed in all of you. You've become fat off of the raven's labor, amassing ill-gotten wealth and resources. I will not stand idly by while what is rightfully mine is disgraced by tainted, swollen fingers. None of this is yours and I will be the one to reclaim it.

But know what is coming next will not be done by us.

When this city is in ashes, it is by my redeeming hand you will rise. Only I will be able to rebuild this world, and restore its glory.

They cannot save you.

We are the holy chosen of this realm, and we know who you are!"


When the tape has concluded, there is a sudden and impactful rumble in Shuten territory. One of their weapon storehouses, namely one that contains plenty of volatile materials, explodes violently. It scatters fire into the nearby streets. Shuten forces will need to rush in to help clear anyone out, but anyone nearby is expected to help. Most of the area is non-residential, so casualties should be minimal, if rescue efforts are quick. But that's just the start of it...

The Iron Bear's words ring true. The bomb couldn't have been planted by his followers, not completely unseen. Someone else planted that bomb. Worse, there are more bombs throughout the city that need to be defused. Time is ticking down quickly, and no one knows whom to trust.

The factions have already begun to sabotage each other. The Iron Bear delivered the first blow of this new war without lifting a finger. Things are looking rough...



Welcome to the mini event!
  • If you have any questions about event content, please ask them here!
  • FOR THE PURPOSES OF REWARDS, since all of these prompts tie into the main plot in some way, we will count all qualified threads in this post as 2 point threads!
  • If you have questions about the game itself, please check out the premise, FAQ, and rules pages.


vivens: (pic#15698441)

[personal profile] vivens 2022-09-26 08:34 pm (UTC)(link)
Clearly not, but if you want to explain then I'm happy to listen.

[ is he opening pandora's box? who knows, but sabo is an open-minded individual and if moriarty wants to chat his ear off or not then it's up to him. nevertheless, he's going to take the reaction as a positive than a negative. as for the way he asks for his hand though? sabo's going to ignore how it comes off as. ]

No "please"?

[ despite the remark, he'll unfold his arms and hold out his left hand to moriarty. gloved hand meet gloved hand. ]
divisors: (ansatz)

[personal profile] divisors 2022-09-26 08:34 pm (UTC)(link)
...Well, for a purpose!

[And now he's taking the potion and...looks between him and Nero, a little flabbergasted.]

What is this?
shrieking_violet: (glance)

[personal profile] shrieking_violet 2022-09-26 08:35 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Chris sighs, and looks over the bike. She's got an okay eye for machines, at least for a pilot whose job wasn't that, and it looks like shit, but... functional shit. ]

Guess flight mode sorta had... the same handlebar thing... kinda...

[ More muttering to herself. ]
perfectdistance: ([G] Smile 1)

[personal profile] perfectdistance 2022-09-26 08:36 pm (UTC)(link)
[There's the slight shake of his shoulders as he tries to hold back his laugh.]

It's for relaxing.

[It should be for relaxing! Have some weed, Moriarty.]
ganashara: (walk this earth with fire in our hands)

[personal profile] ganashara 2022-09-26 08:38 pm (UTC)(link)
Use the kickstart to initiate ignition. The throttle is on your right. Grip and twist forward. The break is the bar under your right grip. The clutch is under your left grip.

[ He felt like he was talking to a child... ]
divisors: (median)

[personal profile] divisors 2022-09-26 08:38 pm (UTC)(link)
[....He doesn't seem all that amused, but he doesn't say anything, either.]

[Instead, he'll lightly take the other's hand to pull it towards him...and then letting out a huff.]


Do you usually use gloves?
divisors: (null)

[personal profile] divisors 2022-09-26 08:39 pm (UTC)(link)
[HE SEES THAT SHAKING OF SHOULDERS NOOOO LAUGHING]

What kind of relaxing are we talking about?
localweirdo: (pic#15679320)

[personal profile] localweirdo 2022-09-26 08:40 pm (UTC)(link)
[>Hu Tao was faced with a difficult dilemma. She could simply leave Monika here to die all by herself and escape this fire with ease. Or does she be a hero and help her out. What was she to do?

>Rescue Monika
>Screw this, I'm out of here
>Do the funky chicken dance.

...

>Screw this, I'm out of here. Alas, Hu Tao wished she could but she didn't have enough Courage to do something so terrible.

>Do the funky chicken dance. Hu Tao could but she didn't have enough Knowledge to dance the fire away.

...

>Rescue Monika.

It was a good thing that she was used to carrying things that were heavier than her. Without another moment to lose, she grabbed Monika by her arm before wrapping it around her neck. As short as she might be, she didn't want to give up. That said, she was taking it one step at a time as she tried to carry her out of the building.]


B-Between the both of us, let's make sure that we start singing. I'm sure you'll increase both of our lung capacity, no?

[She said before trying to shake Monika a little. Please don't die on her.]
vivens: (pic#15641061)

[personal profile] vivens 2022-09-26 08:42 pm (UTC)(link)
[ bruh. what is this man's problem?

nevertheless, sabo's not going to be any less polite but also marginally helpful. he's doing what he's being told but just the bare minimum.
]

I do. Is that a problem?
perfectdistance: ([4k] Chat 1)

[personal profile] perfectdistance 2022-09-26 08:42 pm (UTC)(link)
Not bein' as tense. Are you worried about it?
quizpersona: (🕊️ vii.)

[personal profile] quizpersona 2022-09-26 08:44 pm (UTC)(link)
[ That scarred eye narrows. He is laughing, he is. As clowns should. It's something rising from the depths of his chest. ]

What can I say? You get what you pay for. So what is helpfulness worth to you? Because I can't know that what you're offering is any good at face value either.
localweirdo: (Default)

[personal profile] localweirdo 2022-09-26 08:46 pm (UTC)(link)
Not entirely! If anything, it helps you build your stamina! The faster you are, the stronger you will be!

[Of course, this was the same girl who had no problem running. But with the stick being swatted away, she kept on giggling before giving her hand out.]

Shall I give you a quick boost then?
localweirdo: (pic#15964821)

[personal profile] localweirdo 2022-09-26 08:46 pm (UTC)(link)
Then care to teach me a thing or two about swords? It seems like you know what you are doing.

[She said before eying a few swords nearby. Again, giving a small hum to herself, she pondered if she could potentially get started in learning a new style of fighting.]

And if I get lucky, I might be able to master 3 different weapons soon!

[Between the polearm, sword, and a rifle? She'll a blade wielding, gunslinging force of nature!!]
localweirdo: (pic#15964821)

[personal profile] localweirdo 2022-09-26 08:46 pm (UTC)(link)
But if you're not judging this round, that doesn't mean you can't join in with me.

[That said, there was a smirk that never went away. Crossing her arms, she wondered if she could convince him.]

Especially when it seems like you were having so much fun.
shrieking_violet: (glance)

[personal profile] shrieking_violet 2022-09-26 08:46 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Chris is still huffing, sighing, and acting like a brat when she swings her leg over and scoots her butt around to get comfortable. Relatively. It's beat up, but it's not terrible. ]

At least I don't gotta accelerate like crazy.

[ Just enough to stay stable.

She still jolts a little when she kicks it on and takes off, but after all the bitching and whining she accelerates smoothly and has a great sense of balance. ]
divisors: (cosine)

[personal profile] divisors 2022-09-26 08:47 pm (UTC)(link)






I can give you a sword.
kaientai: (213)

[personal profile] kaientai 2022-09-26 08:47 pm (UTC)(link)
My idea? Nah, I never take all the credit! But I'm usually the one with the ridiculous ideas, so lemme get in on the "great minds" category for once, huh?

[ look at him, he's so dumb and proud of himself. ]
divisors: (interval)

[personal profile] divisors 2022-09-26 08:47 pm (UTC)(link)
I just don't know what's in this thing.

[He's a little dubious.]
quizpersona: (🕊️ vi.)

[personal profile] quizpersona 2022-09-26 08:48 pm (UTC)(link)
No way! Is it a pointy sword?
perfectdistance: ([G] Talk 1)

[personal profile] perfectdistance 2022-09-26 08:49 pm (UTC)(link)
It's safe if it's bein' sold on the street this openly. You could think of it as research.
divisors: (reduction)

[personal profile] divisors 2022-09-26 08:50 pm (UTC)(link)
...No? No. It's not.

[A little beat. This man is a little frustrating, but he knows he'd probably react the same way.]

It's just that the probability of you having calluses goes down.
divisors: (parabola)

[personal profile] divisors 2022-09-26 08:51 pm (UTC)(link)
It's very pointy and it's just for you!

[(evil sparkles)]
divisors: (matrix)

[personal profile] divisors 2022-09-26 08:53 pm (UTC)(link)
Have you tried it yourself?
perfectdistance: ([4k] Chat 1)

[personal profile] perfectdistance 2022-09-26 08:54 pm (UTC)(link)
Do you want me to split this with you?
vivens: (pic#15492835)

[personal profile] vivens 2022-09-26 09:01 pm (UTC)(link)
[ ah, well that makes sense. hmm, well this doesn't make sabo any more or less willing to take off his glove. but he does offer a bit of information that may help(?) whatever case he's making here. ]

I have some burns on one of my hands that may make it difficult as well.