0 ❀ INTRODUCTION + FALL MEME

[konnosuke]

0 ❀ FIRST MONTH / FALL MEME

1. HOME SWEET… HOME? Born from the flame and given life by a saniwa sage, you come into the world with your self introduction all ready to go. When it's all said and done, you finally take a look at your surroundings and… did someone actually summon you or did you wake up in an abandoned warehouse? This citadel is completely run down and in desperate need of some TLC… and help getting together. Did the saniwa actually summon you to help clean house?! Clean the floors, fix the shoji, exercise the spirits that have gotten a little too comfortable in the run down citadel, and find out which loser is going to have to clean the baths. 2. GRAND TOUR A new sword has arrived at the citadel. Are you getting the citadel ready for them? With enough swords in the citadel, it might be hard to figure out which room to fit their bed in. Or maybe you're the new arrival being greeted and touring your new home… it looks kind of run down, doesn't it? Or maybe you've come a little later in the month when things are mostly up and running. Anyway, happy birthday and everything so go make friends. Say hello! 3. LIMITED SUPPLIES It's hard starting off as a new sword army. You never seem to have enough resources and I'm not talking about coolant (though, forging all of those swords to help set up the citadel wasn't pretty costly). Fall is ending and winter is coming and that supply of blankets, heaters, and winter clothes hasn't come in yet. It's cold outside and you may have fixed it up but this citadel still isn't insulated. But hey, at least there's plenty of food… right?! 4. HOW MUCH BLOOD DO I REALLY NEED? You're human now! Isn't that exciting? These new bodies come with a lot of responsibilities so you better learn how to take care of yourselves. Remember to eat when you're hungry, rest when you're tired, and drink when you're thirsty. Also, if something hurts then that probably means you should stop. Test your limits, learn new feelings, and try not to die. 5. THE FUTURE IS HERE It's been awhile since you guys were last out and about, right? There's a lot of catching up to do with history and technology. Did you know man can fly? And they've even flown all the way to the moon? No? Well, maybe you'll have better luck learning how things work around here. The technology is pretty out dated by the saniwa's standards (seriously, who still has landlines?) but that electric rice cooker is pretty high tech for the average sword! Maybe you're a fast learner, maybe you were around when the saniwa was able to teach you how to function in the kitchen, or maybe you're trying to figure out how many swords it takes to change a lightbulb. 6.  PEST CONTROL The citadel was left alone for a long time before we showed up. Some of the spirits in the surrounding woods had gotten comfortable here. Most of them are pretty harmless nature spirits and have timidly retreated back into the forest but there are some more troublesome ones sneaking around. They're two-bit, lowlife spirits that tend to keep to the shadows or skulk right outside the citadel's perimeter but you should probably take care of them before they really start to cause trouble. You wouldn't want the spirit of that dirty cotton ball you found in storage to smother you in your sleep, right? 7. AUTUMN ASSIGNMENTS You've been on a few sorties and expeditions by now and with fixing up the citadel, it probably feels like you've been doing chores every day but there are also other things to do this month before the season ends. Next to the assignment board is a piece of paper tacked on the wall with a few extra assignments for all of you to try out. A. HARVEST CHESTNUTS. Go into the woods and you'll find plenty of trees full of chestnuts. Take someone tall and strong harvest them by shaking trees and beating branches until the spiky cupules fall on the ground. For all of you tiny ones, too short to reach the branches, run along the ground and pick up as many chestnuts as you can. Bring them home and ask someone to make a delicious snack. B. MOON VIEWING. We may have missed the actual day of the autumn moon... but autumn isn't over and the moon isn't going away anytime soon. The saniwa has brought some assorted snacks from the town and you can buy more at the general store. Stay up late after a hard day of work and watch the moon from the citadel's garden. Some say curious things happen when you watch the moon. C. AUTUMN COLORS. Even though we missed the equinox, we're just in time to see the fall colors at their peak. The forest around the citadel is an autumnal rainbow. Relax under the falling leaves or collect a huge pile and watch someone jump into it. The air is crisp and clear but you can smell something smokey as someone grills/roasts traditional food on a small fire. Stuff yourself with fish, chestnuts, sweet potato, mushrooms, and more. You could even eat up some of those left over sweets from the late moon viewing. D. CAMPING. TEAM BUILDING. Before it gets too cold, go camping! The saniwa has left a few camping sets in the room where they leave all of the extra things. the sleeping bags are warm and the tents... might be a little complicated to set up but it's going to be a lot of fun! If you plan on camping, please let the swords on cooking duty know ahead of time so they can pack you meals for 2-3 days and nights. Gather up your team and head out into the great wild! And try not to die alone. (An additional note is written at the end of this mission asking the attendant sword to please have search parties ready whenever a party is out). 8. PICK YOUR OWN ADVENTURE. You know what to do.

This is our first catch-all open post! I'm combining the first month with the fall catch-all.

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WELCOMING COMMITTEE

[minogame]

( The new arrival is indeed cute!!!

He manifests in the usual burst of light and blossom petals and presented himself with a proud and cheerful introduction of sorts to the saniwa. When Nikkari arrives, the saniwa beckons for him to come in and say hello.

"He's a wakizashi like you." She says to both of them and Urashima stands up a little straighter. In one hand, he carries his wakizashi close to him when she mentions it and nods once. He'd heard that "cute" comment and he isn't sure if that's a good thing or not.

But congratulations, Nikkari! The saniwa puts Nikkari in charge of giving Urashima a tour before she excuses her self to tend to something else. It's just Urashima and Nikkari now. )

I'm Urashima Kotetsu. ( On his shoulder, a sleeping, golden turtle flicks its fluffy tail once, swatting at his cheek. ) --And this is Kamekichi.

( With a small bow of the head, )

It's nice to meet you.

Hey, have you ever been to the dragon king's palace?

[whollyserious]

[Well, what the saniwa says, goes, so Nikkari politely listens to the new wakizashi, then bows in turn to introduce himself.]

Nikkari Aoe, though you must think my name strange. But the pleasure is mine.

[But yes, Urashima is cute. He will undoubtedly help brighten the place up, even though everyone else up to this point has done their best with the cleaning efforts.]

The dragon king's palace?

[Nikkari looks off to the side and taps a finger against his lips. That sounds familiar, but he's having trouble placing it...]

My, that sounds somewhat scary, don't you think?

[minogame]

Hmm... I think it's nice. ( Nikkari, huh? With a name that sounds like laugh, that must mean this guy is a friendly person, too, right? though, he seems a little more mysterious than anything else. He won't let that deter him, though! ) It's nice to meet you, Nikkori-san~

( He's joking, he's joking, and he tosses his arms back, hands folded behind his neck and smiling enough for the two of them, )

Heh heh, it's not scary at all! It's a magical place. Eeeh... But I've never been there, myself.

[whollyserious]

[Oh, this one's clever, too. Nikkari chuckles. Urashima certainly seems steadfast enough, and ready to face things. That's good in their line of work, but hopefully he doesn't wear himself out quickly. All those grins and all that energy...

But, there's plenty of time for Nikkari to get a better understanding of their new arrival. No need to rush any first opinions. As they continue their conversation, he gestures for Urashima to follow him while he starts the tour.]

Hm, I see. Perhaps Urashima-kun will get to see it one day, then. You'll have to tell us all about it when you do.

[minogame]

( Urashima will never wear himself out because he's a proud and very sharp Kotetsu. But oh, Nikkari's going along with his little joke and it's enough for Urashima to decide he likes this guy. Nikkari Aoe is clearly a good spirit and he follows along easily enough, skipping off on his first step and coming after him, )

I'll make sure to tell everyone! Heh heh, maybe we can all go together. ... When I find it, of course.

But let's explore this place first, yeah?

( It looks a little run down from what he's used to-- a nice, brightly lit display room-- but it doesn't look awful. )