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[priceofmagic]

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Hello, Genessia~! Or more specifically... Heh~loooo Everglade...es! Evergladians? Is that a thing? Hi.

My name is Satou Kuroneko! Maybe you remember me? I work as a detective over at the Everglade Police Station! As such, I would like to get to know those of you who live or work in Everglade City. I'm a witch and have training as an officer back home, so don't let my little size fool you: I can protect you all~! But that'll be easier if I know who's here and what you all need.

Thank youuu~!

Also! I got an apartment in Genessia and I have some spare bedrooms... so if anyone needs a room mate, um... Y-You can live with me? I promise to be a good room mate, okay? Please let me know.

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[Satou has taken to visiting the various establishments around Everglade. She wants to know the locals (even the NPC-types,) and memorize opening/closing hours. If you work in the area, you may see a perky brunette pop in with a big smile and small wave.]

Hello! Detective Kuroneko, here. Do you have a moment? Nothing serious. Just making my rounds!

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[ivegotadream]

Oh, so you found a place to live. That's wonderful. Though where is it you live exactly in Genessia?

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[firechild_azure]

[Azure was checking out Everglade herself, though while it did a good job giving off a certain vibe, she couldn't help feeling a bit more at home knowing the other beings she expected mostly resided here. Something she shouldn't take too much comfort in seeing how she needed to watch her back around here a bit more, or so she was warned.

Though seeing the perky brunette was a bit of a surprise to her considering the atmosphere Everglade gave off.]

Hello Detective. I do, but I'll admit I'm a bit new here. Perhaps, may I ask you to indulge some information as well?

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[notquitedracula]

I have rather sincere doubts as to your ability to protect me, Tantei Kuroneko, but the thought is appreciated. [Is that a trace of humor?]

My name is Soma Cruz. I work at the Cloak and Dagger apothecary; if you have need of healing draughts or more arcane objects, stop by.

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[scarlet_devil]

[ Remilia had come very close to quitting her job as a deputy guardian... In the end, she decided it was not the people of Everglade's fault in the slightest. Plus, there were the perks... Her word was respected when on the job. ]

Ah? What is it?

[priceofmagic]

Good afternoon~! [Satou gives a polite bow, positively beaming.] Sorry to interrupt. I'm trying to get a feel for what the people of Everglade expect to feel safe.

Have you heard anything?

[priceofmagic]

I found a biiig apartment in Genessia City! It's got extra rooms and a great view~!

Where do you live?

[priceofmagic]

You're new too? Nice to meet you~! [Satou giggles.] Yes, I'd be happy to help. What can I do for you?

[priceofmagic]

Ah, so cool~! I saw that place! Apothecaries are so interesting!

[She smiles, brushing off his comment. There's no need to show her whole hand right off the bat.] I may take you up on that eventually, but for the most part I'm okay. Let me know if you need anything in that regard. Anything that can be made by hand or machine, I can create in a blink with my magic.

[scarlet_devil]

Well, the humans as you might imagine aren't too fond of the Night Law. I've been hearing of some serial killer about, taking hearts.

Several people, humans and monsters, have been talking about it.

[priceofmagic]

The night law is something I've been wondering about. There isn't anything I can do to stop it, but I'm sure it's fair to offer some resistance...?

[She sighs and shakes her head.] Serial killer, huh. If it's hearts, I should be able to track them... I wonder if Detectives are permitted to take on that kind of job?

[firechild_azure]

Oh, we're both new? Let's make sure to help each other out then. My name is Azure Rosentine, what's yours?

[ Azure extended her hand out to give a friendly shake ]

As for what I'd like, just as much information as you could provide about Everglade would be appreciated.

[notquitedracula]

[Now that gets his interest. Someone capable of reproducing artifacts that otherwise take days, weeks, or even months to create? He has to wonder how powerful her ability really is.]

Do the things you create in that manner last, or do they dissipate when you're done with them?

[scarlet_devil]

It's perfectly fine to fight back. Some might say that makes it interesting...

[ She looks thoughtful. ]

If you were a normal girl, I'd discourage that, but... I'm sure there's an investigation underway.

[ivegotadream]

I live in Holly Ridge currently.

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[youfool]

[She caught him just before he could enact his Batman routine. This must be a meeting ordained by destiny. Tense and fateful, he made to usher her into a secluded alley. Definitely not to mug her.]

Good evening, Satou. My thanks for nominating me for "most helpful", I'm very flattered. I think you might be able to help me in return. Here, if you please.

[He insists. If she pleases...]

Your profession is an interesting one.

[In that it freaks him out because it's a girl in a dangerous place. But he'll set that aside for now.]

Tell me, what sorts of things can you detect?

[priceofmagic]

You're welcome! You earned it, silly!

[She can either be professionally trouble or as a hobby. At least this way she's getting paid.]

Oh, many things! I can detect souls, their emotions, and the magical residue they leave behind. What's up? Need me to be a police dog?

[priceofmagic]

That sounds so cute! Is it nice? It was so hard to pick an apartment here, honestly.

[priceofmagic]

About Everglade, huh? Well, Ms Rosentine! Everglade is a place that seems to favor the supernatural. They have rules for hunting and stuff here. Be sure you're not wandering around after dark, okay?

[priceofmagic]

They last as long as the materials I made them from would. My magic is just a short cut. Anything I could make with the right amount of dedication and determination, I can make in an instant with my magic.

Why?

[priceofmagic]

I wonder if they find it interesting for the right reasons...?

I'll have to make sure there's a proper investigation underway, then. I don't know if detectives can pick up bounties, but I can at least assist those who can.

[youfool]

[That makes him blush and gulp a little. Satou is becoming very relevant to his interests.]

Ah, I see...so you can, you know, detect the difference between people like us and...others?

[Sprites. He's talking about the NPC sprites. No reason for him being so nervy, really.]

[firechild_azure]

Oh...That explains why I feel most at home here considering...

Would you be kind enough to tell me the rules about hunting as well as why not to wander after dark?

[ She had a sneaking suspicion that it was because she would be considered a fair hunt for any beings that hungered for human flesh but she wanted to verify. ]

[notquitedracula]

Because even in magic, there's no such thing as a free lunch. There's always a tradeoff somewhere. If you've somehow circumvented that basic law, then there are people who would literally and gleefully kill for the knowledge of how you do it.

You're going to want to be very careful with what you use that ability for.

[priceofmagic]

[Satou listens attentively... Then sighs and gives her head a light shake.]

Excuse me for speaking up, sir, but you seem like someone who deserves honest opinions.

You're being incredibly closed minded and you sound like you're trying to talk down to me. I appreciate that you may have expertise about the magic about your world, but your world isn't mine. I'm the one who knows best how to use my world's magic.

There isn't a "free lunch" in my magic. I just told you that I have to use the same raw materials as anyone else. My magic is about determination and dedication into power, then cutting the step of 'time' from the equation.

[priceofmagic]

[Satou continues to smile with pride. Considering his question is fun, since she likes to stretch her limits. In this case, theorizing if she can detect differences.]

Well, let's see! If you mean like 'can I tell ghosts from humans?' then yes! I 100% am scared to shit of ghosts, so I am very good at detecting them ahead of time! [Of all things to sound proud of.]