001 ⭐ [Accidental Voice / Action]

[monstrosities]

[Ruri certainly wasn't expecting to find herself in a rather thick pile of snow upon waking, but that's exactly what happens. Sitting up slowly, her hand brushes against a small book of sorts and, without realising it, she activates the voice function during her brief inspection before placing the journal back on the ground as she stands up.]

This is strange, I don't remember anywhere like this in Ikebukuro. Eh? These clothes... they aren't mine either. [As she examines the white dress, her hand brushes against something soft and downy. Snapping her head around to get a better view, Ruri stares in awe at the small red appendages.]

Ah! These are... wings? I knew strange things happened in the city, but this must be on a level with the Headless Rider. [She smiles softly.] Now I guess I can truly call myself a monster. [Ruri reaches back and strokes the feathers in wonder before giving a gentle tug. She pulls back, but shows no outward signs of pain, merely a look of curiosity and perhaps a bit too much calmness given the situation.] Ah... I suppose I shouldn't touch them after all, should I?

[Action]

[Alternatively, you might find the idol a few hours later exploring the village with mild interest. To be honest, she's still a lot more interested in the wings, and it shows in the way she keeps reaching back to touch them -- almost as if to make sure they haven't disappeared.]

Comments

[Voice]

[havemilkbro]

[During this New Feathers cycle, Kasuka have been paying attention to the journals. Listening and reading other people helping out new arrivals.

Then, he pause and stare down at his journal.]

...Ruri-san?

[They brought her as well. Kasuka do not know how to feel about this, but if he's honest? He's glad to see her again. Even if...she's stuck here.]

[Voice]

[monstrosities]

[That's definitely a familiar voice, but asldkd where is it coming from?]

Yuuhei-san... what's going on?

[This is definitely getting more and more curious.]

[Voice]

[havemilkbro]

[Looks like fake girlfriend is really here.]

I'll explain...but can you find a journal near you?

[So things would be a little easier.]

[Voice]

[monstrosities]

[She fumbles around for the discarded journal before grabbing hold of it.]

Ah, yes... I've found it.

[Actually taking note of things now.]

Is this how I'm able to hear you?

[voice]

[neverplaysfair]

Ah, but they can be quite fun to touch sometimes. [ Joshua giggles. ]

[voice]

[monstrosities]

Ah! So you mean... I'm not the only one this happened to? [Wow how disappointing to know that everyone here has wings too !! But then again that means more monsters to investigate...]

[voice]

[neverplaysfair]

Everyone who has come to this world has gained wings by doing so. At least as far as we know.

[voice]

[monstrosities]

They're... very interesting, but they don't exactly look like they'd be of much use, so... why would anyone bother doing something like this?

[voice]

[penetrated]

[Oh, New Feather! Buuuut, he can get to the usual explanations later. First things first:]

Ah... are you from Ikebukuro, miss? [NOPE not recognising the famous Hijribe Ruri's voice at all.]

[voice]

[monstrosities]

[Okay wow, clearly someone lives under a rock... !! How unfortunate for this poor boy.]

That's right. Are you... also from Ikebukuro then? [Time to get on guard, because maybe even kids can be part of the group that's after her okok. Better safe than sorry.]

[voice]

[penetrated]

[He doesn't recognise her when she's not singing okay!! She needs to actually talk more on television!]

Ah, yes! I moved there recently...

But first, I should probably explain your situation, right?

[voice]

[monstrosities]

[She can't help that she has no social skills with humans. They're too boring !! Aoba should understand that, gosh !]

I see.

I've already been informed of the basics, but any information you have would be very helpful, thank you -- ah... ? [He should feel honoured that she's asking his name, okay.]

[penstabby]

[ Wait, wait. Hold on a second.

Ikebukuro?

This voice?

...Could it be!? ]

Hijiribe... Ruri-san?

[monstrosities]

[Someone else that's familiar with her?

The question now becomes: is it a fan or an enemy?

The voice sounds harmless enough, but...]

Ah... yes, that's right. Is there... something I can do for you?

[Social skills. She doesn't have them.]

[penstabby]

[ well neither does he ]

O-Oh, no, I just... I never expected to see another of Ikebukuro's idols here in Luceti! I'm just a bit surprised, that's all... [ nervous laugh ]

[monstrosities]

[Yes, excellent. They can bond over it.]

Another? Ah, so you've also seen Yuuhei-san here then. [Slightly awkward pause.] Have you... been here long?

[voice]

[loveandevil]

Ehhh? I know that voice! Could it really be Hijiribe Ruri?!

[voice]

[monstrosities]

Yes. You must be another resident of Ikebukuro then, if you're familiar with me.

[Sadly, Shinra's voice isn't one that she can properly place at the moment. It'll probably come to her soon enough though, given his eccentricities.]

[voice]

[loveandevil]

Dr. Shinra Kishitani, if you remember me.

[He sounds so excited right now. He's even giggling.]

Did I mention I was a big fan before? Because I am!

[voice]

[brathief]

...Eh, if it isn't my supposed love rival! No, don't worry, don't worry! You can touch your wings all you want!

Ehe, it is true that they're sensitive, though! As a matter of fact, if you do things the right way, you can even get some...pleasure...out of that~! [The suggestive tone of voice should give away what she's implying.]

[voice]

[monstrosities]

[There's certainly no shortage of residents of Ikebukuro here. This was honestly the strangest greeting she'd received, however.]

Ah, I'm sorry... I'm not quite sure what you're talking about. As for the wings, they are quite interesting, but I think I'm content with things the way they are. [Totally gonna ignore that rather creepy remark there.]

[voice]

[brathief]

Ah, but where's the fun in life if you don't try something new now and again, eh~? [Trying to convince the guy you're stalking's girlfriend to hurt herself will totally win his heart. Yep.]

[Voice]

[tailasoldastime]

[Beast doesn't always pay attention to people obviously arriving at Luceti, but a certain phrase said by this post definitely raises his ear a little more than usual.]

A... "monster"?

[Voice]

[monstrosities]

Yes. After all, "normal" humans don't typically have wings, do they? [She tells herself she'd rather be an emotionless monster than a physical one, but it's not all that bad.]

[Voice]

[tailasoldastime]

N... n-no... but... a-aren't those angels? [That is what they're called, right?]