( Annie the Bunny Girl )

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( Midoriya the Werewolf )

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( Lust, Humanized )

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( Mantis the Siren )

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( Mother Brain the Human Thug )

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( Orihime the Reluctant Vampire )

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( Minako the Not-So-Reluctant Vampire )

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( Yang the Fire Elemental )

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( Bonus: Allen Walker and Sailor Venus VS The Tarot Demon )

Your New Best Friend

As many people know, Old Everglade is largely abandoned and for good reason. New Everglade may have a lot of current residents, but the deeper into Old Everglade you get, well… the more off-kilter and less controllable things get. It’s why most NPCs won’t tread there nowadays unless they really need something.

A teenage boy by the name of Thomas is worried for his sick grandmother. His grandmother is terminally ill and, though taken care of at Everglade’s Nightingale Care Institution, is likely not to make it through to the new year and told him about a childhood toy she had back when she used to live in Old Everglade. For this reason, Thomas ventured into Everglade’s abandoned areas and found the toy- this doll seems to have made friends, however, and in chasing it it led him to a very, very old bridge. The bridge was rickety, barely standing, but determined to see his grandmother smile one last time, Thomas persevered.

This was not the best idea Thomas has ever had. Crossing the bridge broke a series of seals that had been placed onto the bridge to cordon off an island known as the Isle of Doll. Thomas’s grandmother’s doll had been from outside of it and had been coaxed into bringing a human there to break the seal so they could become true friends, and in doing so released the dolls from the island. Though the island was small, it was filled with hundreds of abandoned dolls, all lining the edge of the island. They move in jerky, rickety movements as if they should not be moving at all. And now they’re out, and they’re coming to Everglade to find new friends. Forever friends. Friends that won’t ever, ever be able to leave them. Ever again.

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( Optional Prompts )

Devilish Designs - Closed to Bulla
[Kaoru got the building, which was one step towards his business goal. But the young man was finding himself standing in front of various dummies, all with nothing on it right now. He was trying to think of what the best clothing choices would be to be viewed in the window. But so far he couldn't think of what would work the best and what would draw people in.

With a small sigh passing by his lips, he soon went into his pocket to pull out his device, quickly flicking through it to a certain name. He knew of one person that he felt like could help him more than anything. So with a quick message asking if she wanted to come to Devilish Designs to help him with something he found himself going around and setting up some tea and snacks while he waited.]

Closed to Minako
[He hadn't forgotten about taking Minako out to karaoke. He had felt bad about not doing it soon after the carnival. But he had needed to finish off a few things to the outfit and actually learn how to wrap it in the best way possible by himself. He found it to be an achievement on his end, even if it still looked like a mess.

But it was done and he had been looking at his phone for a moment before heading to check if she was either at her apartment or place of business. He figured he might as well surprise her with it now at least.]

Around Genessia - Open
[With things starting to come along business wise with a few little things left to decide all he had to do now was simply advertise for both business in general as well as letting people know there are jobs available.

So he was currently walking around Genessia handing out leaflets all the while smiling.]

Come to Devilish Designs. Clothes designed to be tailored to you. Please come, they are sinfully good designs.

[Minako's cheerful face pops up on the screen again. The window from last time has been repaired. There's a tennis racket on the desk that she's resting her right hand on, even as she beams and sparkles for the camera. Bring it, Paperboy, she's ready for you.]

Heads up! Everybody better start brushing up on their cooking skills, because there's a special one-time-only event coming up next month. On the first day of the carnival, the matchmakers here at Aphrodite's Arcade & Love Matching will be hosting a lunchbox auction!

[She holds up a finger to explain.]

How does it work? Well, I'll tell you! Volunteers pack a picnic basket or lunchbox with a bunch of food for two people. Then we auction off each lunch to the highest bidder, and whoever wins gets to have lunch with the volunteer!

[She sets her hand down and giggles.]

It's a great way to meet new people, or to just enjoy really good food in the company of a friend. Orrr in the company of a "friend."

[Stop eyebrow-waggling Minako you're so transparent.]

There's no need to sign up for this. Just show up on the first day of Azura-chan's carnival and make your way to our booth around 11 a.m. If you brought a lunch, we'll take care of the auctioneering. It's all for charity, so get ready to showcase your culinary skills!

--Oh, and for the whole week, I'll be telling people's fortunes, so drop by Madame Topaz's mystical tent of love and magic! See you there!

[Minako winks, and the feed ends. No newspapers this time.]

[Bakugou looks more stoic and grim than usual. He let the posts regarding the incident die down, but he had taken Orihime's advice into account. He doesn't care how other people view him, but if it makes them more wary of Shigaraki and his job defeating easier, maybe it's worth it.]

August 17th, I was at the arcade when I encountered a villain from my world. His name is Tofuka Shirataki, but he also goes by Sir Handsalot. I was caught off guard and I attacked him without thinking or taking the surrounding innocent bystanders into account. Back on my world, Sir Handsalot has ambushed my classmates on multiple occasions, injured Aizawa-sensei, and is also responsible for putting a hero in critical care while forcing the number one hero to retire.

[He doesn't talk about how Shiragaki kidnapped him. How he had tried to get him to turn, or how people had been hurt because of him.] He's dangerous. I'm not here to make excuses or justify what happened. Heroes don't do what I did, his presence doesn't change that. I'm just here to state the facts and let you know it won't happen again. I won't let that bastard take advantage of me--of anyone, again. And if he or someone else tries to change that, I'll murder them myself.

To prove I'm not just all talk, I'm training in other fighting styles that aren't reliant on my quirk. I ne-- I will get stronger, and I can't do that if I only know how to do one fucking thing. If you're someone who's strong enough and has the time... [He makes a face, practically disgusted with asking for help.] Give me the chance to fucking kill you.

[Please. Of course he'd never admit his quirk has been nullified. That would just make things more dangerous for himself and his fri...allies.]

pickpockets (genessia city)
[ Kaze arrives the same as any other; confused, disoriented, and in a strange cocoon like structure with a variety of objects he has never seen before. Anyone that arrives within the same time frame will see him pull himself from the bay, examine the stone, phone, keys, etc; pocket them and then just... walk off. Seemingly unperturbed by the strange turn of events, though inside his head is spinning.

He searches for familiar faces and - for now - finds none, stopping only when he comes upon the hologram. He listens intently, makes a variety of mental notes, and then walks off again. He keeps to the edges of buildings, half hidden in shadows to avoid detection unless someone is actively trying to see him. And even then he seems to vanish in a blur.

He does make himself known a few times though. The first being in passing as a man, hood pulled over his head like some cliche thug, bumps into a passerby ( you?!?!! ) on the street and snatches their wallet/coin purse/whatever from under their nose. Not often inclined to let such indiscretions go uncontested, the ninja quickly charges a head, intercepting the thief before he's even ten feet away from his victim. ]

Have you a need for coin, perhaps there are better ways to obtain it. [ Like a job? Loser. Kaze has already snatched the object back, much to the thief's chagrin. The man apparently won't just let it slide though, as he throws a punch that misses so hilariously that he tumbles face first into the ground. Kaze steps over him and offers the wallet back, smiling just faintly as he nods in recognition. ] I believe this is yours. I apologize if anything was jostled.

[ And he turns to leave, assuming he is not stopped. ]


ayyy lmao (wherever)
[ Eventually, Kaze has to admit that wandering around aimlessly with the limited knowledge he's been given will get him nowhere. He searches for anyone that looks willing enough to speak with him (and maybe won't try and fight him?) and moves to approach. Unfortunately, his near imperceptible footfalls and penchant for hiding in shadows leads his arrival to be less than obvious, and he just kind of... appears near them. His voice is calm, at least, when he says: ]

Excuse me...

🎶 [VIDEO] Setting up a Carnival

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I've been giving something some thought, and although I'm not terribly fond of communicating this way it's proven to reach more people at once than I could ever manage to in person.[she pauses pulling a section of long blue hair back over her shoulder, despite an ever present lock of it falling in her face.]

If there was interest, I was considering setting up a Carnival of sorts. [her face brightens here, into a subtle smile. Organizing something of the scale she was imagining is new-ish to her, but there's no sense in going all in unless there's interest.] It would ideally last a week or so, enough time for everyone to participate in the scale of it. I'd like to have those amazing rides of course, and perhaps activity booths.

I was hoping to even provide booths for those of you who wanted to run your own for the carnival! Of course it occurred to me with the recent interest in plays, perhaps something less formal for carnival goers could also be an option.

[she leans forward now, lifting a hand to point a single index finger, as though she's making a last important point] Of course, there would be plenty of food, too.

I would love to hear back from anyone who would be interested. Of course I can't do this alone, so I would take a few volunteers, and suggestions on how to make this the most successful it could be. Of course, I'm asking this well in advance, it wouldn't happen for a few more weeks at least. It takes time to organize something of this scale.

[[ooc: this is an IC interest check for a carnival event Azura is hoping to run! I plan on having an ooc plotting post as soon as I can, but this would be the place for characters to suggest things they'd like to see, offer to help, or anything else!]]


🎶 [ACTION] Closed to Uai

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[With as many people as they're trying to get to live together, finding someplace with enough room for conflicting egos has been... a challenge. Which is why she and Uai are currently riding up to Lakendell on horseback. Azura at least is comfortable enough on a horse. She glances back towards Uai to check on him.]

How are you faring, Uai? I forgot to ask how familiar you were with horseback. [Truth be told he could very well be perfectly fine, but it was in her nature to check, just in case. Luckily, whatever his answer would turn out to be, they're close and the horseback trip would be over for now.]

I'm certain I can see the beginnings of this place through the trees, can you?

[Minako is seated at her desk. There's a serious issue she wants to address, and she clears her throat.]

Because of--

[NEWSPAPER'D.]

[Minako's head snaps back as a twirling newspaper crashes through her office window and beans her smack in the face. She bolts to her feet, snatching up the newspaper and racing to the window.]

You mean-spirited little punk! Get back here and say you're sorry! Window damages are coming out of your tips, do you hear me?! --Don't you pedal away from me!

[If you're waiting for her to come back, you've got a long wait. She's gone. The feed shuts off automatically.]

[Action: Aphrodite's Love Matching & Arcade, Nova City]

[As hard as she's been working to get a foothold into the modelling scene around Genessia, Ann's come to the conclusion that she needs to find a second job. She can't help but feel guilty that Ren is working so hard to cover the rent and beyond that, she's finding she wants more disposable income than she currently has.

She hadn't been sure what she might be suited for. But then she'd happened across a notice that an arcade in Nova City was looking for matchmakers and, well, that could be fun, right?

That's the attitude she walks in with, at least, determined to make a good first impression on her new boss and to help others with their love lives even as she's not sure quite how qualified she really is to advise. She's friendly, eager and determined to do her best and she even finds some good customers.

Then there's the ones who aren't so good. The ones who seem to have mistaken matchmaker for something else, something far less wholesome and wholly inappropriate for an arcade. And that's where people might hear Ann raise her voice, stern and relenting only at genuine apologies. By the end of the day, she's exhausted but oddly fulfilled.

Which isn't to say she's above a little PSA in the aftermath.]

[Video]

[Based on the view behind Ann and the ambient sounds of cutlery and drinks being made, she's filming this from a cafe. Because she thinks she deserves cake after the day she's had, but she wants to get this out before she forgets.]

All right. I figured most of you would know this anyway but after today I think people might need a reminder. The Aphrodite's Love Matching & Arcade matchmaking service is not about you coming in and paying for sex. I'm sure there are places around the cities where you can do that sort of thing but our service is for people who are genuinely looking for a relationship and I for one will not expose our customers to people who are so obviously only after one thing.

And no, the matchmakers aren't there for you to have sex with either. Trying it anyway won't make us believe that you're genuinely interested in what we do. We can help you deal with potential relationships better but we will not help you to trick someone into thinking they're getting something they're not.

[She sighs, then, pausing to take a bite of cake and swallowing before she speaks.]

But you know, all that aside? Matchmaking can be pretty fun. And I wanna hear about the good stories, the ones where it worked out. So I guess, if you've ever helped to set up a couple or you've been helped like that, and you don't mind sharing, I'd love to hear all about it.

Action; All Cities Except Everglade
[He was starting to get his bearings at least, learning the areas that were best for his jobs, mostly the whole being an entertainer and gambler thing as his other job was solely within Genessia. It was what he was used to and his clowning around he always found fun, but rarely had found the time to do stuff with it except a few times in the last world.

He thought he was making a career out of it. Today as he was setting up in his spot, he was planning on doing something somewhat simple. Juggling. It wasn't that hard to do, but he was already planning on not using just balls one would normally do. Nope, he was planning to juggle with knives instead on top of a ball.

Might as well try something different and stand out, or at least try and stand out. When he was ready and the knives were safely attached to his belt he moved to stand on the ball, standing on one foot and keeping his balance before he attempts to even get anyone's attention.]

Ladies, Gentleman, children of all ages. I am Allen the Crowned Clown and today I will demonstrate to you my skills and abilities the likes of which you might have never seen before.

[One thing Allen knew well was how to get an audience. People gathered and it wasn't long before Allen removed the knives from his belt and started to juggle, the whole time moving his feet and making the ball move. He was focused on everything he could and as he as he caught the last knife he jumped off the ball and bowed to applause.]

Thank you. Thank you. Please if you enjoyed that little performance come back again in a few hours or if you can't please leave a tip with my friends over there. [He gestured toward Timcampy the golden golem and his little Pokemon companion who was more occupied with something else as Allen gave a bow and went to grab a towel.]

Video;

This might seem dumb, but as I am nearing the end of my month at the commons I need to decide about my living arrangements. I am aware there are three methods, but I want to hear from others about which they would think would be better? Living the life of a nomad which the pro of it is it's cheaper, con is that when it's cold that would be bad, living alone in an apartment which helps in cold weather but I would need to pay for rent and food by myself and with my eating habits that's easier said than done or find a roommate, which the downside is they would have to... deal with my eating habits.

[Speaking of eating habits, Allen did have another question.]

Speaking of food though, another question. Are there any all you can eat places? I have my reasons.

WHO: Minako Aino, Sync the Tempest
WHAT: Sync helps Minako learn to clean up her apartment disaster, and she in turn helps him clean up his HEART DISASTER. By which, she offers dating advice.
WHERE: Minako's Apartment - Genessia City
WHEN: August 5th, 2018

( Read more... )

 [video - backdated to the Genessia Tribune]

The extensive list of bounties each week has been making an unfortunate impression on my feeling of security. The rate of violent crime in the newspaper has been unsettlingly consistent since I arrived here.

I would like to hire a private bodyguard for the rest of the week. I have the funds necessary. Please apply promptly and I will waste no time with a background check, hiring, and delivery of payment. I would like to have someone working for me by noon tomorrow. This will be a trial, as my job is busy and I require a good fit that will not frighten my fanbase. 

Thank you for your cooperation.

[action / nova city]

[All of this has been sparked by the recent bounty "Hard Drive Harvest," where someone has been stealing hard drives from androids in Nova. Unfortunately, Ai works in Nova. He has no comment on the un/fortunace of himself being an android (though, he doesn't broadcast that fact.) 

Usually, Ai is calm and level-headed when he's traveling between jobs. He likes the alone time and uses the walks or bus rides to listen to his music. But with that bounty out, he's more jumpy than unusual. Rather than ignore people who stare too much or get too close, Ai bluntly addresses them today. Not fearfully, persay, but definitely with some caution.]

What do you want? [You're not going to hurt him, are you?]

Hiya, peeps!
Rika Yoshitake, here.

[ She cheerfully waves to the camera.]

It's almost August. That means Summer ComiFes, or the Tokyo copy version will happen soon!
It's a super fun event full of doujinshi and cosplay for fans of anime, manga. video games and other parts of 20 to 21st Century culture.

I plan on attending. Does anyone want to join me?

[ She gives the actual date based on what she learned through visiting various otaku shops in the Tokyo Subarchway.]

While the party isn’t due to start for a good while, Fama’s crew has arrived excruciatingly early to make the most of the promised sunrise and their talent’s time. Most of the crew are milling about under the tent around the coffee bar that’s been so generously erected in the sand when they’re not prepping the area for the shoot.

When the talent arrives, they’re greeted by an array of staff members and stylists armed with swag bag totes filled with necessities for the day- water bottles, sunscreen, etc.- and a cap and a white, full zip sweatshirt tailored to just their size, all baring the company’s logo. Maybe a little out of place, given the sudden heat wave, but the weather has promised them a perfect day for the beach at a cozy 72 degrees… and a somewhat chilly morning, especially for those expected to pose in the early tides.

The talent is free to mingle, encouraged to get some coffee and breakfast from the spread, get to know one another, and chat about their upcoming performances for the day when they’re not busy with their shoots or slates, be they promotional for the company brand or for pre-agreed projects for clients.



The music starts long before anyone ever takes the stage, but when it finally stops and the chattering from the crowd dies down…the party really begins.

The lights finally move into action and cast their effects onto the stage and over the dancers suddenly bursting to life for the crowd. The welcome song is upbeat and… honestly borderline obnoxious, but it’s definitely there to set the mood for a massive beach party. Dove, today’s MC and resident ray-of-sunshine archangel takes the stage toward the end of the song to finish out the number with her fellow performers, then applauds along with the crowd as the group exits the stage and a new set arrives.

“Hey everyone,” she purrs over the microphone, breaking her ‘come hither’ character almost immediately and laughing as the crowd jumps to life again. There’s no point in even trying to subdue her bright and sunny attitude, even for a quick tease. “Welcome to Fama’s Beach Party of 2018!”

The onstage band starts another song, just the beat, and she continues her greeting over it, all the while playfully pacing the stage.

“If you haven’t caught on by now, I’ll be yours all afternoon, evening, and well into the morning if you’ll have me~” Alright, maybe she hasn’t entirely dropped the flirty bit- “We have some amazing performances coming your way today, and plenty to do along the shore, so kick back, grab a drink, and just let go. The day is ours so Let’s party!”

From there, she jumps right into the first two songs, then relinquishes the stage to the next long sequence of performers, only interrupting to introduce each musical guest.

She’ll be back here and there throughout the performances with a few playful songs and teasing one liners of her own to keep the party going.

“This is going to get me in so much trouble, but show of hands, who out there is single tonight?”

PARTY PLAYLIST (Will update as performances are posted in threads!)





Volleyball tourney

Further from the stage, Volleyball courts have been marked out with foam posts, nets stretched taut across the centers. There’s a staff member at each of the first few with a clipboard, ready to welcome teams to the pits and referee, while some of the courts further down are meant simply for fun (or practice). So grab some friends, a Fama beach ball, and ready, set, spike!


House Boat

Link and Sidon’s apartment that they shared was, indeed, a boat. So of course they had to bring it right to the party! The beaches were filled up, but their house boat was available for partying as well. While on it music played loudly, drinks were colds and in coolers that were scattered about the deck area. The music meant someone could dance, but also sit and chat while on the deck of the boat.


Feel free to swim out here and grab a cold one and enjoy some music! Sidon will have his Wailord out as well, moving through the waters. Jump on the back of this massive whale and enjoy the sun in style!


Races!

Along the shore of the waters, people will find jet skis that have been supplied for them. Whoever would like is able to pair up, or possibly challenge Sidon who is hosting this event. These jet skis are for races, and whoever wins gets bragging rights and the satisfaction of being the fastest! Do not worry about possibly falling off at any point, Sidon and his Pokemon will be in the water to assist. Samurott and Gyarados will be at the ready for any individuals that may topple into the waters.

Pair up and move out!

Surfing/jetskis/diving/kites/etc

For the less competitive party goers, there are also jet skis and surfboards along the shore further down, well out of the range of the races, should anyone want to partake. Just ask the guy in the Fama shirt, and he’ll hook you up with the equipment, while some of the other attendees might hook you up with some gnarly waves, dude.


The breeze also seems to be exceptionally cooperative today as well, even with the thirty degree drop in heat from the previous days. Grab a kite and try it out!




It would be a long, LONG day with no food or drink around. No one wants to be parched while they party!


Luckily for the crowds, there are stations scattered all around the event with spreads of fruits and veggies and treats of all types, all provided by local businesses from the area, but the centerpiece of it all is the large hut, surrounded by tables, chairs, and umbrellas under which one can find a fully stocked, well-staffed bar (provided, of course, by one Gale Reinhardt) and a grill covered in fare sizzling under the watch of today’s keyblade grill-master, Lea.


The hut is also conveniently home to a large display of merchandise for sale featuring the celebrities performing and currently in attendance. Snag a poster, album, or shirt (or two…or five) and hunt down your idols for autographs!




When Dove returns to the stage, the mood changes completely. She’s forgone her swimwear and changed into something much more romantic, hair in long waves cascading over her shoulder and her happy angel’s glow subtle and warm. The lights dim low until only she and the musicians are visible with soft lights- The sky will be the focus true for this one.


The show starts off as soft and sweet, fireworks popping up here and there in quiet pastels. The next song builds with a show of silver and gold then leads into the next and then final songs with a full array of colors.

The music can be heard anywhere along the beach, as the feed from the stage area will be pumped along through speakers spread here and there, take a seat, cuddle up with that special someone (or another drink), and enjoy the show.


Just because the sun is disappearing doesn’t mean the fun is slowing down! Glowing lights strung from umbrellas and posts that seem to be popping up along the shore, keeping things fairly well lit, but much more soothing than earlier in the day.

The Volleyball courts have now been outfitted with backlights and buckets of glow paint, should anyone wish to paint on and glo up in support of their team…or just for fun for photos!

There are also now staff members and photographers handing out sparklers, careful to pass on the safety instructions, but cheerfully enabling everyone to have fun!

The roll of the ocean and now (somehow) clear skies set the perfect mood for a stroll down the beach, away from the energy and volume of the crowds. It’s a beautiful evening, and the stars seem to provide a perfect sense of peace in stark contrast to the jam packed area near the stage.

The music continues right up until the last hour, at which point Dove takes the stage for one last time. The song is a little different, still energetic, but as it’s finally winding down and fading out, Dove takes her last bow and waves her goodbyes. “I, along with the Fama family want to thank each and every one of you gorgeous people for joining us today! We had a ton of fun, and hope you did too. Enjoy the rest of the evening, and stay safe out there, and we’ll see you all next time! I’m off to grab some s’mores!”

And with a kiss and a wink to the crowd, she’s headed off the stage as the music fades into a repeat of just the beat and then into generic house music.



Once the party has begun to wind down and the staff begins to break down the stage and light rigging, bonfires pop up along the beach, each large and welcoming and accompanied by a nearby box full of the necessities for s’mores. It’s the perfect place to plop down with a guitar, a drink, a lover, or just your friends and enjoy the evening and the stars hanging overhead.

…Just be careful not to fall in if you’ve had one too many…

[When Kaoru first arrived he had paid attention to the hologram and was still somewhat baffled by it. But it made it obvious that they weren't at home anymore regardless, but he really had no way to get home, but yet... he had no clue as to what to do.

He's never really had to fend for himself before, he was used to certain things, he never worked a day in his life not counting that one summer where he helped out in part for a competition. But as he thought about it, the hologram did say about a place to head to. So probably the first place he was going to head to, even if it was to get his bearings a little more and set about getting work at least.

As he walked, he started to look around and it wasn't long before he was walking up to people.]

Excuse me, can I please have a moment of your time?

Text

[It was a few hours before Kaoru found the places he needed to go to and managed to stay in the commons for the time being. But there was one thing he figured he should ask the whole network since he figured out the basics of how this device works.]

How does one use the microwave? Sounds like a stupid question, but I have seriously never used one. I have heard of them, but this would be the first time I have had to use one. I've pressed buttons, but not sure what I am actually doing.

Wise advice from people who actually know will be of huge benefit.

Another question. Jobs... How did anyone decide what they were going to do here?

[It's been a few weeks since Ai arrived and applied at Fama to be an idol. During that time, he's hardly been sitting around and just waiting. After receiving his contract, Ai goes straight to work.]

[Video]
Good afternoon, everyone. It's been a while since I arrived. I wanted to be sure to thank everyone who has helped me to settle in. The situation here has made it clear to me that no one likely knows me from home, so I'll introduce myself from the start:

My name is Ai Mikaze. I'm an idol back home--- I sing, dance, model, act, and assist in advertising activities. I look forward to resuming my work here in Genessia. I wanted to do something to thank everyone for making the process of moving in as painless as possible, so I have arranged and recorded some of my music. I hope my songs can help make your days easier, as you've made mine easier.

I intend to perform at an upcoming Music Festival, where I hope to perform my songs in full. If you'd stop by, I would be happy to meet you. I hope to be able to release full versions of these songs very soon. I hope these demos will be entertaining enough in the meanwhile.

Thank you very much. 

[For those interested, he's added two music clips to the video. They're both two minute demos of his songs Innocent Wind and Winter Blossom. For anyone unable to click the links: Innocent Wind is very synchesized and Winter Blossom is a slower piano piece.]

[Action - Various Businesses]
[While it's true that Ai the Idol speaks bluntly and honestly, he did flower up his manners for that video. He even SMILED. But now, he is out doing research. Less smile and more business! Fama Agency will be very helpful, but Ai knows he has to be assertive if he wants anything to happen quickly.

If you own or work at a business, and it has an open sign, Ai is likely to pop in with his resume.]

Excuse me. Is the owner here?