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You are Keichi Hakumasa. Fifteen-year-old High School student of Hakoniwa Academy, Kendo Club Captain, and Part-Time General Affairs Manager of the Student Council. Only son to World-Class Archeologist & Historian Daichi Hakumasa and Famous retired Doctor & Martial Arts Grandmaster Hitomi Hakumasa, you are the future heir to the School of the Undefeated East. As a byproduct, you are a true to heart otaku for martial arts and anything relating to Action/Adventure Genres. Thus, leading to a long life as a reluctant delinquent.

As the semi-retired Banchō Devil of the West, you have an unfortunate knack for getting into trouble as danger seems to always follow you. Perhaps the most dangerous adversity of all is being Medaka Kurokami’s arranged fiance. Because of your father’s close relationship with Medaka’s father as sworn brothers, you spent your entire life with Medaka since the age of two. Making your normal life even more non-existent, you are also the childhood friend to Hansode Shiranui.

Originally dubbed the Strongest Normal Primate, you underwent over one thousand battles in your middle school life. In your long three-year conquest of Honshu, your actions brought notice to countless people, including Hakobune Middle School Student Council. Thanks to that you engaged in a special relationship with Ajimu Najimi. What happened next you can’t recall, but the ordeal left to the awakening of your abnormality 『Number One』.

With your new abnormality, you strive to make the most of your high school life while uncovering the truth.

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(Concluding the fight from the last thread)

Enduring such rampant movement and disregard for one’s safety ended up disrupting your tempo. While on the surface it looks like Hitomi has resorted herself to fighting recklessly, it was far from the truth. Carefully Hitomi adjusts the motions of her movement to lessen the damage she takes, making sure it doesn’t hit any vital spots and closing them through refined muscle control. In addition, her erratic pattern was making it harder for you to follow her flow and presence as it changes forty-eight times per second. Akin to that of the Drunken boxing, Hitomi’s erratic behavior gave way to an array of different boxing techniques with Shaolin Boxing being the core foundation.

From kickboxing to shoot boxing, it hit you with all kinds of boxing inspired martial arts as you barely keep up. Even something like Shadow Boxing ended up being a valued style, especially through Hitomi’s Kage Bunshins. Each one the clones attacked you with a different boxing style, keeping you on your toes as she wears you down. Still, your body adapted and grew at a continuously sped up rate. Eventually your consistent attacks blew away the bushins, leaving you to face your mother’s next assault. Just like your mother to even turn something as inconsequential as Slapboxing into an actual martial art and a dangerous one at that with its serpentine like movements and disruptive techniques akin to Muay Thai.

Oddly enough, it was a strange reminisce to Shinobu Sensui’s Resshūken where one uses their hands to block/deflect/redirect/etc attacks, leaving the opposition open to powerful types of kicks. Speaking of kicks, Hitomi suddenly delivers a powerful axe kick to your jaw. Dazed by this, you momentarily lost your grip on your Zanbato and Daito swords. The damage inflicted upon you weren't as impactful as it could have been thanks to some last second reeling. But the disorienting attack left you unable to retrieve your weapons in time to counteract the flurry of blows from Hitomi. All you could do was guard yourself with your arm as your body flies through the surface. Following you like a bolt of lighting, Hitomi quickly catches up to deliver some fast pace feints.
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>>3976815


Despite being disarmed by your mother, you continued to duke it out. Punch for punch, kick for kick you match your mother’s tempo and rhythm with your own. Turning this once one sided fight into a martial arts slugfest between both combatants. Even with the second stage of Mushin, Meikyo-Shisui. and 『The One』activating conjunction to your equivalence to Medaka’s War God Form, it still wasn’t enough to overcome your mother. Although comparing the two forms, it was more tranquil and composed than the raging berserker that Medaka usually falls under. A true parallel of yin and yang between you and your fiance.

Still driven by your martial arts spirit and bancho pride, you continue to push yourself as you keep up this drag out brawl. Even in this state, a single phrase from your mother continues to run on a loop in your mind. And that phrase ties deeply into the heart of martial arts as you push yourself further. The betterment of oneself after understanding your sense of self. Along with pushing not only your own boundaries but the higher limits of those who came before you. It's both a very human motivation and ties deeply into the roots and philosophy of martial arts as you come to realize throughout your life’s battles. And today was an enlightening experience.

Transcendent was a term that best describes the constant flurry of blows between you and your mother. In reality, it didn’t even look like a simple brawl. More accurately, it became a dance between two combatants, expecting the other’s action and responding accordingly. There was no wasted motion or effort in their strikes and counters. Comparable to Master Roshi vs Jiren with his equivalence to Ultra Instinct, Kenichi Shirahama vs Sho Kano with Ryūsui Seikūken, and Monkey D. Luffy vs Charlotte Katakuri, the battle transition into an enriching learning experience despite being a savage beatdown of endurance.

Before you even register it, your pajama top has already been destroyed. Your mother was in a similar boat as both combatants from the waist up. Neither of you really could focus on such trivial matters. Both of you were living in the moment, separating everything but the fight and isolating yourself to improve focus to the point of minor deliverance. Despite capable of going into the third and final step known as Muso Shinuchi or Nil-Thought of the True Self, Hitomi continued to rely on the basics and nothing more. To hear it's been far too long since she has an acceptable fight and like a kid in a candy shop she was going to savor every moment of it.
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Going on for what seemed like forever or at least you assumed was sixty hours straight your blows finally reached the level of matching your mom in pure uninhibited raw strength. Somewhere in your long bout with your mother, you were subconsciously improving and developing at a dangerous rate. Just recently you learned how to tap into one hundred percent of your body’s performance just like your mother. As a result, the entire dojo trembles intensely from both combatant’s heavy blows. But neither of you cared at the possibility of bringing the house down. The fight was too wondrous to stop as you long since passed your limits and was pushing forward through will alone.

What happened next was a complete blur as you long since lost track of time. The only thing you eventually felt was a bone shattering punch. With how dense it was, it wasn’t all that surprising afterwards you quickly fell to the ground, blood gushing as your body could no longer handle the continuously immense stress of 『The One』. Thus, everything around you goes pitch black as nothingness soon follows. Soon enough your vision would return to you, as did the rest of your senses. As you rise back up to your feet, you was strangely in your middle school bancho outfit standing at the entrance to a large school building.


>Realize that this is a dream and try to wake up.
>Walk through the school building and explore your surroundings
>Trust your instincts and let them direct you
>Other [write-in]
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>>3976821
>Walk through the school building and explore your surroundings
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>>3976821

For reference, here's Middle School Bancho Kenichi
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>>3976821
>>Trust your instincts and let them direct you
Oh shit looks like we've got more of our mind to uncover

>sixty hours straight
Guessing we never noticed anyone coming in to check up or they just never did after hearing all the crazy shit going on inside
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>>3976828
Now there's a classic if I've ever seen one. Were we also a biker by any chance?
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>>3976829

There's a logical reason for this that'll be explained after you finished this mental trip back down memory lane.

>>3976830

You rode what they considered a legal bike. Actual motorcycles won't come until you're sixteen. And since you're a Leo, it'll be a while.
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>>3976821
>>Trust your instincts and let them direct you
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>>3976821
>>Trust your instincts and let them direct you

New ID time
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>>3976829
in high level fighting its often been described as time slowing down immensely, so for kenchi 60 hours could have really been 10 minutes.
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>>3976821
>>Trust your instincts and let them direct you
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>>3976841
>>3976940

From the vast forest like greenery and bo you quickly deduce that this was Hakobune Middle School. How long has it been since you last saw this place? For you it almost feels like an eternity since you last recall this place. Of course being there was a lot of different questions festering inside as you steps through the gate and walks inside the schoolyard. Whether or not if this was a dream, a hallucination or somehow time travel, something was pushing you forward to take the chance and explore inside.

Seeing that you have nothing to lose by continuing this trip into the unknown you decide to stop thinking about it and go with the flow. Trusting your instincts you continue marching forward through the school yard and into the building. Frankly you weren’t met with any resistance as the students casually walked passed you. Through your instincts you made your way from the halls and up the stairs as you ended up on the third floor of the west wing. From a window you saw a group of thugs circling around two people.

Judging from this angle, it was a secluded part of the building where nobody would be aware of a little “rambunctious roughhousing” took place. The large group of thugs easily overpowered the two students, going as far as pushing one of them against the wall. Unsurprisingly the other students went to protect the injured individual only to get the similar roughhousing treatment. Looking through the window as this takes place you start to feel rather funny. As if portions of the thickening fog that conceals your memories was starting to dissipate. Allowing for a small stream of information to come flooding back the more you observe the action down below.

Vaguely you recall this scenery. It was where second years Kouki Akune and Kuromi Arouta were surrounded by a bunch of thugs known as the billiards. This was during the time where Kouki was recovering from his wounds after the man to man bout in a Screw Edge Deathmatch. To this day you don’t know where those screws came from, but whoever provided them was clearly the one controlling Kouki behind the scene. Although, there was a clear case that Kouki himself wanted to destroy you for good out of wanting to complete his mission with Medaka but more importantly he just wanted to fight you.

As for Kuromi, she was also weakened from the injuries she sustained by the same person that provided the screws. After countless assassin attempts and dirty tricks including a fight club tournament, you finally managed to settle things by appealing to Kuromi’s pride. Despite being poisoned and staggering from heat/energy loss thanks to Kuromi’s minus『Dead Zone』 you managed to defeat the pyromaniac kunoichi in a battle of trickery and deception before finishing things off in a gold old fashioned slug fest. As a result both Kouki and Kuromi was sentenced to be “executed” by the billiards. That is until you stepped in to defeat them.
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>>3976946

Truthfully, it was supposed to be a setup to get you to lose your guard. In actuality the billiards attack was a deceptive ploy to give Kouki and Kuromi one last chance to finish off the weakened and tired Kenichi Hakumasa. What should have been a moment of betrayal and heartbreak ended up transitioning a deep bond of friendship between the three individuals? You remember it ending off with Medaka accidentally kicking you, believing that you would do something foolish when you should have been recuperating.

As you reflect upon this there still lies this sinking feeling. A call from the unknown telling you to go forward despite uncovering a good chunk of the memories you have with Kouki and Kuromi.

>Continue to trust your instincts and follow the call
>Go to where the rooftop is and see if anyone is watching the action from below
>Leave with what you have so far and try to wake up
>Other [write-in]
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>>3976967
>Continue to trust your instincts and follow the call
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>>3976967
>Continue to trust your instincts and follow the call
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>>3976967
>>Go to where the rooftop is and see if anyone is watching the action from below
If they're really waiting for us to show up then it won't hurt to have them wait a little longer. That's assuming of course that we can even interact with anything in this flashback sorta situation.
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>>3976967
>>Go to where the rooftop is and see if anyone is watching the action from below
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>>3976967
>Go to where the rooftop is and see if anyone is watching the action from below
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>>3976967
>>Go to where the rooftop is and see if anyone is watching the action from below
While following our instincts here will help us remember more about this incident, if Kumagawa or Ajimu are up on the rooftops, it'll be a much greater block to remove.
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>>3976967
>>Go to where the rooftop is and see if anyone is watching the action from below
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>>3977131
>>3977267
>>3977394
>>3977711

It was hard to describe the beaconing call that was resonating deep into the school building east from here. There wasn’t any sign of malice nor benevolence, almost like a tranquil emptiness of equality. The more you thought about it, the more you felt yourself losing all trace of thought. Losing whatever was holding your back like earthly tethers, sinking into a void deprived of anything as you become empty, just like the wind. It’d be soothing if the process wasn’t also terrifying in how abnormal this current sensation was. Still, this brief encounter with the magnetic presence gave for a new perspective.

As much as part of you want to continue down the path to the manifestation peace of mind, there was one thing troubling you. Echoing inside your subconscious was the sickening presence that you once felt before. That same feeling that ended up terrorizing you and quelling your hotblooded spirit into an empty, cold-blooded fright. To say that you weren’t afraid would be lying to yourself. Yet at the same time, something else accompanied that fear. Curiosity. Like you told Mirai, this was your fight, a battle for your memories. And like it or not, you were going to face it head-on rather than run away. So running forward is exactly what you did.

Traveling up the stairs at an expeditious pace did you currently find yourself reaching the door. Quickly you open the door with no disregard for whoever was near. In your eye’s view, you would see a tall man currently standing on the rooftop. Obscured by an unknown presence, his silhouette slowly fades to reveal a Hakobune Middle School male’s uniform. A black jacket with four buttons and matching black pants. Shoes were generally decided by the student but most wore either penny loafers or sneakers, and he chose the former. Unlike your attire which was tailored white, his was the standard black if not a little darker than average.

To best describe the man in front of you, average was the first word that came to mind. Although his back was turned you only caught a glimpse of his blue eyes through his short, pitch-black hair. Those empty, malicious blue eyes as he watched the event taking place below. Hands tucked in his pocket, the mysterious man gave off the same sickening presence only a much stronger variation. Your skin was trembling with goosebumps as you watched closely. Unable to make a single sound you saw the events of that fateful day taking place. But from this perspective, you got to see first hand that menacing smile slowly fading. And in its place was an annoyed expression.
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>>3978583

While not to the point of a scowl, there was a spoiled look of disgust and irritation on his face. Blood pouring out from his eyes, painting color to the once blacken silhouette. Although his face was still obscured, you can see closely just how the twisted form of nihilism descends into silent fury. Underneath his right hand was a giant screw, on its head was the minus sign. Through sheer brute strength, the mysterious man crushes the screw into powered dust. Effectively pulverizing it out of existence as there was no trace of it. Truly you were taken back the level of negativity that you were now facing as he stares down from the rooftop.

“「So...the last reminisce of bookmaker has started to show signs of cracks. What a pity. 」” The mysterious person said, shocking you immediately at how a memory of the past was able to become… self-aware.

>Confront him head-on and demand he explain himself
>Screw talking, attack him directly before he can make a move
>Get the fuck out of dodge and try to wake up as you run
>Play dumb and ignore him
>Other [write-in]
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>>3978590
>>Screw talking, attack him directly before he can make a move
Swat this fucker
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>>3978590
>>Confront him head-on and demand he explain himself
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>>3978590
>>Confront him head-on and demand he explain himself
Gotta draw out more of this dude's personality. That'll remind us real quick of who he is.

And shit, I guess we actually got Bookmaker'd? And so our memories got sealed. Maybe that's how Ajimu "saved" us instead of herself, limiting the damage to just our memories.
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>>3978590
>Confront him head-on and demand he explain himself
I'm actually pretty stumped here, but we ARE here to try and get our memories back. If shit goes south we can always fall back.
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>>3978590
>Confront him head-on and demand he explain himself
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>>3978590
>>Screw talking, attack him directly before he can make a move
Fists talk louder than words!

And it's not like he would be faced at all by this, it's only a more interesting approach.
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>>3978590
>Confront him head-on and demand he explain himself
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>>3978606
>>3978607
>>3978611

There goes the element of surprise, but really you were more ecstatic to meet someone who can actually see you than anything else. In your short time here you came to the conclusion that this was a simulation of one of your lost memories. An incident that just recently come to mind after unlocking portions of your memory, including the people most involved in the scenario. To think that horrible nightmare from earlier would be the catalyst for the events that transpired today. Nevertheless, you try your hardest to hide your trembling and pull out your best poker face to casually intimidating the mysterious man.

“Good you already acknowledge my presence and not just a memory I can’t interact with like the others so I’ll make this quick. Tell me who the hell you are and what exactly is this bookmaker? Does it have anything to do why my memories being a jumbled mess! Answer now before I lose the will to not kick your ass.” You said, demanding answers while keeping your eye on this shady silhouette.

“「Hmm, despite being able to hear my voice you still can’t remember my identity. Interesting.. 」” The mysterious man ponders, brushing his thumb on his chin. Soon you heard a snapping sound coming from his hand, a clear sign that he got an idea.

“「Let’s go with your description of me in the past. I’m neither an evil villain nor a wicked demon. A being as pure as a clear river, never getting dirty over time. And yet, I’m someone who carries and absorbs every negative aspect or attributes of human quality. Negativity incarnate. Someone who can never win...and yet...」” He paused, leaving you in suspense before forming a sly grin much like a Cheshire cat. “「Because of that, I’m stronger than anyone else.」” The mysterious man declares.

“What do you mean by that?” You ask, getting more irritated and anxious around the mysterious figure. It seems like he was excellent in finding ways to get under your skin.

“「What do I mean by that? Silly Ken-chan, I meant exactly what I’m implying right now. Everyone else is weaker than me, including you.」” The Mysterious figure said, pointing at you dramatically with a smug expression. Although his face was still obscure, you can see that expression perfectly. Almost as if it was mocking you while simultaneously giving you deeper shivers. “「Because I’m a natural-born loser, I know every aspect or incarnation of weakness there is. Someone who tastes victory can’t compare to someone who always loses. It’s like a sheltered lamb going against a ragged wolf.」”
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>>3978876

“「Hurting people without reason, wreaking havoc on a whim, embracing chaos while simultaneously causing misery and hopelessness. Capable of doing any taboo or what society deems forbidden, and to do it as easy as people breathe. To be driven in the same way people are towards eating, but in this case to destroy and eradicate the entire human race, including himself like a true wisdom king.. 」” The mysterious figure explains, stretching his arms out as he positions himself to the rising sun. From where you stand it looks more like a blacken solar eclipse rather than the usual orange ball in the sky. That shit-eating grin still visible on his face.
“「A life of absolute failure, unable to win at anything against anyone no matter what. To fail so universally that their entire existence is a joke. Now imagine such a being culminating in ridiculous destruction as a result.」”

Soon enough the mysterious figure suddenly turns to point out Medaka who was traversing into the school from the crowd of students. Seeing him grinning towards Medaka made you take a defensive stance. Memory or not, you were hotwired to protect your childhood associate and this guy was especially bad news.”「But as life would have it, he would meet his polar opposite. A naive girl who tries her hardest to reach out for others. To indiscriminate them with love and kindness like a savior. But truthfully she reaches out in desperation to others. A silent cry begging them to not isolate and abandoned her but her perfection drowns out these cries.」”
「And to think, this all happened due to one foolish boy’s interpretation of the meaning of her birth. She was much better off knowing the truth, as did you during kindergarten. People are born for no reason, they live unrelated and die worthlessly. Because there’s no goal in life, there’s no meaning in living. I have seen that truth from the moment I was born. So don’t you feel shame for telling her such a lie? After all, she met me first, you plain nobody.」” The mysterious figure spoke, now turning to meet you eye to eye. Seeing him from the front started to jog something inside of you as you quickly find yourself clinching your body.

That familiar feeling of discomfort and anxiety started coming flooding back as you briefly think back to how you were lying on the ground, pinned with multiple screws in your body, mostly around the limbs with another screw aimed at your heart to complete the makeshift crucifixion. Standing above you was the same mysterious individual, creepy limping like a living ragdoll beaten and bruised after what must have been a long fight. Try as you did, you still couldn’t bring yourself to remember his face, but that smile was clear as day to you. That soul-shattering smile as he delivered the final screw into your heart.
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>>3978884

“「Ah. Forgive me for thinking about the past...while being an echo anchored in your fragmented memories. But sure I’ll answer your other question. It’s not like you’ll remember anyway.」” As the mysterious man says this, suddenly two screws start to appear in his hands. A bone-chilling killing intent rises from his body as it made that creeping vibe worsen tremendously.

>What do you do?

>Dodge those screws and watch his movements to try and jog your memory
>Focus on disabling him by attacking first before continuing
>Try and take the attack to see if you would remember anything from the shock
>Use a Bushin x Substitution combo to deceive him and try to restrain him with a grapple
>Other [write-in]
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>>3978886
>Use a Bushin x Substitution combo to deceive him and try to restrain him with a grapple
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>>3978886
>Dodge those screws and watch his movements to try and jog your memory
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>>3978886
>>Use a Bushin x Substitution combo to deceive him and try to restrain him with a grapple
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>>3978886
>Use a Bushin x Substitution combo to deceive him and try to restrain him with a grapple
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>>3978886
>Use a Bushin x Substitution combo to deceive him and try to restrain him with a grapple
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>>3978886
>>Use a Bushin x Substitution combo to deceive him and try to restrain him with a grapple
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>>3978886
>implying we arn't stronger then we were before meeting you
>implying you can win against number one when your bookmaker is locked down holding "her"
>implying we haven't been building defenses against you ever since that day
>substitutionxbunshin combo into grappling
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>>3981364
>>implying we haven't been building defenses against you ever since that day
Well actually, we haven't, cause we completely forgot about him
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>>3978888
>>3978998
>>3979021
>>3979188
>>3979725
>>3981364

Sorry for the wait but I got the post just about done but I forgot one more important fact. I need you guys to roll me one d100 to see how well you perform, or you can choose not to and let me post the long-awaited post.
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Rolled 90 (1d100)

>>3982471
Sure.
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Rolled 19 (1d100)

>>3982471
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Rolled 98 (1d100)

>>3982471
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>>3982473
>>3982480
Dice gods still giving us some love
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>>3982471

Even if you didn’t know who this mysterious person standing in front of you, it didn’t hamper your natural talent of picking up the killing intent. It was positively sickening at how it easily oozing like a pure, undefiled river. Yet simultaneously being a unified stream of the chaotic sea of humanity’s worst unfiltered. In any case, you quickly ready yourself to move forward, using that blinding fear crippling your body to push your reaction speed to greater levels. Just as the mysterious intruder throws the two screws, you move your leg at high speeds to counter. Swiftly with a single kick you manage to disable the screws launched at you, pushing to the side.

「” Hmm, unsurprising that you can deflect that screw barrage. You were one to always train every single day. Have you gotten stronger?”」The mysterious man blink, showing genuine surprise at the stunt as he praises you. There was a hint that he was mocking you with his friendly tone and warm smile.

Of course just as you briefly drop your guard to counteract his patronizing attitude, several more screws came from out of nowhere to strike you down. Before you seemingly had time to blink, your limbs, right side of your torso and one aimed at your head. Clashing hard with enough force to leave cracks on the wall, your body was seemingly pinned to the wall, head slumped over from the implied concussion from a screw to the face. Expecting such an outcome, the mysterious individual started to laugh, completely unaware what was pinned was just your jacket.

Before he could catch on to your deception, you moved your body through your improved Shinsoku, bypassing through his field of notice to get behind him. Once around the back, you quickly transition into a strong grapple hold. Wrapping your arms around the armpit and clapping your fingers together, the mysterious figure now finds himself caught in a rather strong full nelson. Struggle as he did it was futile considering the amount of strength you were currently putting into keeping him from moving, much less moving his arms.

Looking down to see your legs position in a way to counter any leg attacks, the mysterious figure lets out a shocked cry. 「” Ah! Well, I wasn’t expecting you to deceive me like that. Not to mention using an underhanding trick to grab me from behind. You’re acting more like a villain than a hero.”」
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>>3982492

Looking down to see your legs position in a way to counter any leg attacks, the mysterious figure lets out a shocked cry. 「” Ah! Well, I wasn’t expecting you to deceive me like that. Not to mention using an underhanding trick to grab me from behind. You’re acting more like a villain than a hero.”」

“Says the man who attacks a weaponless opponent with an underhanded sleight of hand. Now I’m not playing games with you. Tell me exactly what I want to know or I’ll switch to breaking your neck. You’re a lingering presence invading my body so don’t think I won’t hesitate to break you.” You threaten, tightening your grip to get the point across.

「” Fine, fine. You did catch me so I’ll explain what it is. Bookmaker is a minus made to sully/soil the heart, warp the mind and break the spirit. As a result, it takes away everything that makes you yourself. It can turn a plus into a minus no matter how strong or abnormal. In its place, it sets everything to exactly the same as myself. Your body, spirit, technique, intellect, and talent; all fall to match the wielder of Bookmaker. It is the ultimate minus skill as no matter who it hits will become a loser like myself and receive the same damage as a result.”」 The mysterious figure explains. To you, it partially made some sense as your body was still feeling the mental scars that such a traumatic experience could leave. Even so, there was something about it that doesn’t add up as you come to wonder more about the minus.

Keeping himself aware of his surroundings, a sly smile starts to form on his creepy face.「” But what if I told you that was just the first screw. If one screw can do that much damage to your very begin. What would happen if you were to receive a second screw? Three? Maybe seven or perhaps a dozen.”」

>What do you do?

>Let him go and jump away from him
>Grab him tighter and leap from the rooftop to take him down with you
>Try and knock him unconscious through brute force
>Other [write-in]
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>>3982497
>Grab him tighter and leap from the rooftop to take him down with you
>Halfway down, jump off of him and fly through a window into the corridors.
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>>3982497
>Grab him tighter and leap from the rooftop to take him down with you
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>>3982497
>>3982503
Support
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>>3982497
>>3982503
Sounds hype, supporting.
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>>3982503
>>3982521
>>3983075

Alright, it seems like we're going for the hotblooded approach. So give me those rolls.
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Rolled 74 (1d100)

>>3983949
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Rolled 68 (1d100)

>>3983949
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Rolled 39 (1d100)

>>3983949
NUMBUH ONE
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Rolled 25 (1d100)

>>3983949
Tacos are delicious
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>>3983949

You didn’t even need to hear the rest of the mysterious figure’s speech to feel your body descend into a trembling fit of terror. That disgusting aura emitting from that mysterious entity was ramping itself up to new heights. Clearly, despite being held by your strong full nelson, there was still a sense of dread in the air. Almost as if that he still has something under his sleeves. Either way, you knew that you cannot let this mysterious person make another move. Turning your eye to the back of you, an idea quickly forms just in the knick of time.

「” Oh what’s this now? Are you so scared that you become silent now? Perhaps suicidal even?”」The mysterious person asks, noticing just how much you were shaking underneath your hotblooded banchou identity. At this point, you weren’t making it a secret that you were terrified by him despite not knowing the full extent of what he did. But it seems like it might have something to do with multiple screws from Bookmaker.

With some quick thinking, you start to move towards the edge of the roof, holding your arms against the mysterious entity to strengthen the grapple hold. Struggling helplessly in your grasp, he can only watch at what’s to become of him. Before he has any time to scream or act, you launch yourself back in one quick jump. Now pushing forward in mid-air, the two of you quickly descend from the rooftop towards your imminent downfall. Although even at falling at a modest speed, the mysterious individual soon lets out a half-hearted chuckle.

「"That’s right. Despite not knowing the true danger of Bookmaker your mind and body can start to perceive the threat.No, it’s because you experienced the full experience of bookmaker at its strongest form before the end that your body is trembling in so much fear. Also, there’s one more fact you should consider. Though I normally use the screws to serve as the medium for this repulsive minus..."」 The mysterious person explains, trying to distract you from the fall. However, you took the necessary step to drown him out and keep aware of your surroundings.

After all, you wanted to keep yourself paying close attention to how far you were descending downwards. Only once you saw yourself coming close to the halfway point did you reveal the truth to your reckless jump. Shifting your body in a fluid 180 rotation spin, you firmly prop your legs against the mysterious individual’s back. Following up on this maneuver you quickly let go of his arms, giving the mysterious entity freedom to move his body. But that was irrelevant as you then jump off of him towards the window, forcing him to descent further at a greater speed.
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>>3984265

「...I never said I need my hands to use it.」As the mysterious man said this, you would feel your body dropping down, just seconds after grabbing the window rail. That sickening aura was worsening as even despite being away from the mysterious individual, your hair was starting to turn pitch white. 「” Oh? Ooops, guess I was too late in explaining that little detail. What a pity.」 The mysterious man explains just moments before crashing down against the ground.

With a loud slam, you hear the mysterious figure crashing down against the hard pavement, Of course, a fall from this height wouldn’t bring anything higher than broken bones but at the very least you believe that would keep him down while you face this relentless presence clinging on to you like cheap trick from Jojo Bizzare Adventure’s part four.「”Still, it looks like I can’t permanently stop the deterioration of Bookmaker. Oh well, prolonging it as long as I can until this existence of mine becomes nonexistent is the kind of losing battle that fits a minus just like myself.”」

「” As I told you, you won’t remember anyway. At least as long as the weight of my will imposes upon you as it seals off the knowledge of the truth. So before you fade away, I’ll answer just one more question. Any question you have. So choose carefully.”」 The mysterious figure comments, pulling himself from the ground rather eerily, relocating all of his dislocated bones like some sort of unkillable zombie. It only serves to further his creepy factor as you struggle to pull yourself up into the window. The empty feeling crushing your very soul worsening with each second.

>Ask Misogi what does he mean by the “strongest form” of「Bookmaker.」
>Find out what exactly happened during that “day”
>Who is the identity of himself and that mysterious girl?
>Other [write-in]
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>>3984272
>>Ask Misogi what does he mean by the “strongest form” of「Bookmaker.」
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>>3984272
>Find out what exactly happened during that “day”
I'm kind of torn considering that the first option contains information that we ourselves likely don't have in our blocked memories. I don't think that information would be all that useful though so I'll settle for figuring out the events of that day. It's been a pretty big question for Kenichi and I'm curious as to what changed from canon. Also I figure it's easier to also remember the identities after remembering the events than vice versa.
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>>3984272
>Find out what exactly happened during that “day”
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>>3984272
>>Ask Misogi what does he mean by the “strongest form” of「Bookmaker.」
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>>3984272
>Find out what exactly happened during that “day”
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>>3984290
>>3984294

I don't see these two contradicting each other not to ask both
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>>3984314
> I’ll answer just one more question
Read mf, read.
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>>3984314
He'll answer only one question, so unless you can prove that the two are linked...
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>>3984316

Well it seem like its connected given we experienced the strongest form of bookmaker on that day and it left us with ptsd but to play it safe I'll go with bookmaker
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So do we remember about Ajimu whenever we are in this dream like state then forget when we wake up or does it require a different form of unconsciousness?
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>>3984329

You don't remember Ajimu directly, but you do remember talking to a beautiful girl resembling her and giving you something to your pact in this dream-like state.
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>>3984272
>Find out what exactly happened during that “day”
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>>3984272
>Find out what exactly happened during that “day”
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>>3984295
>>3984306
>>3984355
>>3984425

“Tell me….Tell me what exactly happened during that day. The day where I was lying in Medka’s arms on a cold raining day.” You shout, still struggling to keep yourself latched on to the window. There were many different questions you could have asked, including what the mysterious entity mean by the strongest form of Bookmaker. But given the nature of this intruder, you felt it was more important to know more about your trauma.

Clapping his hands together the mysterious entity makes a rather shocked face before expressing a rather trollish facial expression.「” Wow! What a boring and typical answer Ken-chan. Here you are passing away potential knowledge that you might not even know in that fracture noggin of yours. But a request is still a request.”」

「” Hmm, it’s hard thinking like this. Why you have to go and put me on the spot like this Ken-chan?”」 The mysterious entity laments, showing genuine signs of anxiety as he struggles to think. Only after pondering for a bit does his face starts to grin maliciously. From out of nowhere another screw appears out of his hand as he stabs himself in the head with it. Giving you quite the gruesome sight to look at, the mysterious entity twist the screw clockwise for a bit.

「” Ah! There we go! Just what I needed~ Now I can think more clearly.”」 The mysterious entity exclaims, bouncing back to his feet with newfound vigor. As if he made your entire struggle with him become nothing.

「” It was at the end of the summer break during your final year in middle school. You were walking home after fighting with Medaka and left feeling rather bitter about it. I don’t know the full details nor do I care but if I were to guess, it was about how Medaka has been meddling with your affairs and fighting the Hakoniwa Academy Student President in your steed. I do remember that you did something exceptionally foolish and brought out her War God Mode in the argument. Yet it did its purpose in weakening both you and Medaka in the process, as well as isolating her. Perfect for an ambush.」 The mysterious entity explains, revealing his underhanded and detestable tactic that somehow made Nekomi seem like the most honorable person in the world by comparison.
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>>3985563

「” Although I planned to attack Medaka in a weaken state, cripple her before she can recover after the start of the second year and the awakening of War God Mode. But a Kenichi at his weakest was too good to pass up. Not that I had no problem taking you out back then even if you were healthy due to your state of mind there. After all, it was your arrogance and superiority complex then that made it so easy to break you. Though you did put up a rather good fight despite your condition. Almost if fighting War God Mode made you stronger and being pushed in between a wall and a hard place caused you to developed the prototype Artificial God Mode, Model Kenichi. Though if going by your chuuni naming style it would be called Shabbos Devil Mode. Of course, you managed to complete it just moments before your downfall.”」 The mysterious entity teased, poking fun at you while coming close to having you slip up and fall from the window. Yet you were stubbornly hanging on to dear life, proving if nothing else you were tenacious as they come.

Taking a moment to laugh at your struggle, the mysterious entity’s tone began to change. Becoming more serious rather than the patronizing paradox that he made himself as. 「” Really just defeating you there was good enough to me at the time. After all, it was your meddling that kept Medaka from turning into a minus when she was meant to after I enlightened her to the truth. It was you who gave Maguro hope after losing his precious sister Kujika and never awakening his abnormality. It was you who broke the shackles to Kouki and led him to the path of finding something in his life to give him meaning. It was you who managed to do the unthinkable and reform a minus, especially one like Kuromi, the woman who cared warmth and affection but leaves denied all these aspects as she’s stuck in a frozen abyss cut off from the world. A world without light. And...it was you who stole the woman I loved more than my parents, more than Ms. Hakumasa, and the one who I loved more than Medaka Kurokami. It was as if your very existence was an antagonizing roadblock to my perfect victory. The victory that I crave with every part of my entire being.”」As he says this, you saw swelling anger coming out of him as the disgusting aura becomes more malicious and venomous.
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>>3985617


「“Yet despite my hatred of you, I was rather lenient. I only used one bookmaker. A brief taste of my entire existence so you too can come to understand the truth. Naturally, you ended up breaking from it, setting myself to be satisfied. However, It’s what you said during that period that truly brought your downfall. With those red eyes, you uttered a forbidden word and questioned my resolve. Egging me forward with the notion that just because I met them first, both Medaka and that other women, no…that;s not completely accurate. All the people I rounded up chose you over me. And that no matter what I did, I’ll always be a loser in that fight is what set off the divine retribution. In other words, your arrogant pride took you too far too the sun and you got burnt for it. As if someone spoiled like you can understand a minus, much less be give your patronizing viewpoints of compassion and love. That’s just being selfish and shallow.”」 The mysterious entity says, growing more angry and vengeful by the second.


「” But to get back on top it, I didn’t hit you with just one bookmaker no. I hit you several times. I threw enough screws to completely shatter your sense of self and sealed away what you cherished most. Everything that made you you was severed and sealed into the very depths. The egocentric bancho being dragged down to the same loser status as your most hated enemy. It was the hellish treatment only reserved for the elite of the elites, like Medaka. But just like always, you couldn’t stand to be under her shadow or was it a last-ditch effort to protect that monstrous beast from her impending doom. Perhaps that’s why you took the fight. To protect Medaka from me since I was the one who broke her twice. Or maybe you really thought that you could defeat me. Who’s to say what was the true reason, the point ended up being that I couldn’t expose myself further. Especially since I ended up wasted the remaining embers of Bookmaker on you. So left I did, leaving Medaka to find your comatose and broken body in the pavement. “」 The mysterious entity remarks, looking up while putting his hands in his pocket. Images of his face were starting to disappear. No longer was his face hidden in shadow as he appeared to be a rather average if not handsome boy with dull, blue eyes. The only thing that kept him from being charming was his sickening personality and aura.
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>>3985628

Slowly he begins to walk forward, coming towards you like a serial killer approaching his soon to be victim. Once he came close to the edge of the wall, he surprises you by walking on it. Using some sort of trick, he was able to defy the laws of gravity as he got closer. 「” To be honest, I was expecting you to never wake up. And even if you did, you’d be so devoid of anything resembling your old self that you’ll never recover. An empty and lifeless husk of the once-great devil bancho. Unable to ever see and experience the challenge or values in anything ever again. At point, giving you a meaningless existence was the perfect punishment for you. A normal who continued to defy his place in the world, and challenge those who stand against his way. All to prove his self-worth and value. The biggest sore loser.”」

「” Of course the scar that I made in Medaka’s heart only worsen further thanks to you. The Medaka-chan you know her now is far weaker than she was in middle school. All thanks to your contribution. Unfortunately, if it wasn’t due to the interference of another, I think that time she would’ve finally turned into a minus rather than stay a plus. But you had to take that burden away from her. Draw that negativity into yourself, put the pieces back together and break out of your state of emptiness.”」The mysterious entity spoke, now clicking to your mind that he was the student council president. His name continues to escape you but the memories of him were starting to become clear and vibrant.

「” In any case, this doesn’t change my plans. I might not have Bookmaker anymore but in its place, I obtained another Minus. A minus that’s just as good as the most vile, deplorable minus that was Bookmaker. And to think its all because she tried to take Bookmaker to undo her imprisonment. Unaware that Bookmaker is a rather stubborn and persistent Minus. One way or another, it’ll always come back. Not only because it’s the most terrifying minus but the fact that I made it that way. “」

>What do you do?

>Try to attack him with your remaining strength
> Use this chance to grab him and force yourself to remember his entity
>Jump off from the building and force yourself to wake up
>Swallow your pride and use ????
>Other [write-in]
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>>3985641
>>Swallow your pride and use ????
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>>3985641
>Swallow your pride and use ????
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>>3985641
>Swallow your pride and use ????
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>>3985641
>Swallow your pride and use ????
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>>3985641
>>Swallow your pride and use ????
Was a bit torn with just trying to remember him but last thread it was stated that we've matured, trying to humble our self and keeping our arrogance in check. Just now Kumagawa said we put our self back together and I'm assuming Bookmaker isn't currently affecting our personality but the trauma that came with it did, which is why we were humbled in the first place. So I'm gonna vote to keep maturing and throw away our pride because
>1. Kumagawa won't expect it from the egotistical bastard he knows
>2. In a way, it's because of Kumagawa that we matured.
Bookmaker, as twisted as it was, was also his way of making the other person understand how he felt. And the idea of taking something he inflicted on us to hurt us and turning it into something to help us is fantastic. It's only appropriate of the man who always loses.
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>>3985650
>>3985652
>>3985655
>>3985671

Alrighty then, this is completely optional but you can roll to see how effective you are in bringing it out and what it'll do in the grand scheme of things.

Either way, 「The Beginning」is here
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Rolled 20 (1d100)

>>3985696
I guessed as much. We did say we would try to beat Medaka without it, we didn't say anything about Kumagawa.
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Rolled 31 (1d100)

>>3985696
>That spoiler

Please oh please dice gods
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>>3985691

Including you to the mix here >>3985696 and kudos for coming to that conclusion. I wasn't sure if I have gotten the message across with these threads so far so it does my heart good to see someone simplify it.
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Rolled 56 (1d100)

>>3985696
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Rolled 13 (1d100)

>>3985696
>>3985705
Thanks boss, spent a good 20 minutes trying to choose and realized after going through the old threads. It's actually all connected pretty well.
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Rolled 17 (1d100)

>>3985696
Let the chaos begin!
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Rolled 58 (1d100)

>>3985696
Man, these rolls suck.
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>>3985691

Guilt couldn’t begin to describe the soul-crushing despair and sorrowful self-loathing that you were feeling. Sure Bookmaker was doing a fine job negatively impacting your spirit, but hearing an abbreviation of the full story and the impact you left on Medaka really hits home. There’s a fine difference between being a jerk with a heart of gold and being an utter dick. And it seems like the you of the past ended up forgetting that and doing something completely deplorable. It almost made the mysterious student council president better by comparison as well as nearly justify using Bookmaker on you. If only you weren’t so riddled with prideful arrogance, then maybe things would’ve been different.

As you start to ponder this, a spark begins to ignite inside of you. Hitting rock bottom and acknowledging the very worst aspects of yourself gave you a new perspective. A clarity that was once hidden by the overblown ego that being at the top of the summit has brought you. Looking back on it now, you really owe your mother and master an apology for being such a foolish student. But it’s through that experience that you were able to grow and mature. Rather than feeling defeat and wallow in despair, you turned it into a learning experience. Subconsciously starting from scratch, you found the courage to start again and the insight to return to your roots.

Only after experiencing Bookmaker once again did your sense of responsibility reaffirm your judgment on the path to atonement. You started to laugh at yourself, looking at the pathetic sight on the mirror as the mysterious entity stops in confusion.“You’re right. I hate to admit it, but you’re right about me. Every single bit of it. In truth, I became overconfident to the point of being conceited and that let me push away others. All because I was too proud to admit my shortcomings and holding a grudge for the world for taking away something important to me. I really do owe Medaka an apology for being so jealous and insecure around her.”

“I was bitter about never being able to beat Medaka, to do the things that she does so easily that I ended up pushing her away and making a mask to hide my insecurity. To become the personification of victory, a vision of myself that can do anything and prove my superiority by defeating anyone that came my way. All to stand above Medaka...when really…..I should’ve focused on standing beside her and keeping her from feeling alone. Just like Maguro wanted me to do. I’m so stupid!” You scream, slamming your head against the window, breaking that pathetic image of your old self as blood drips from your forehead. “And it’s not just her. I been ignoring everyone else’s pain to focus solely on my own. But that ends today.”
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>>3986012

Just before the mysterious person came close within his screw throwing range, you end up surprising him by lifting yourself up to the window. Your white hair changing to a pitch-black, symbolizing your transformation. “...Misogi Kuwagawa...thank you. If I didn’t experience Bookmaker…. I wouldn’t have realized my own shortcomings and grow into a better person. Although I’m back to zero that doesn’t mean everything has become meaningless. Just that another path of the endless possibility has opened to me.”

“「” What are you talking about? Has the trauma from Bookmaker broken you down already, so now you’re giving into delusions over your lost memories?“」Misogi asks, keeping his poker face at the fact you managed to remember his face and name.

“You might be a hallucination of my guilt, the remnants of bookmaker now sentient, or even the real Kumagawa talking to me through my subconscious or anything else. But it matters not. I’m taking the first step to a new tomorrow. So that means saying goodbye to the old Kenichi Hakumasa and taking responsibility by taking the lost memories, awakening them and acknowledge the pain that comes from it before finally putting it to rest. I’m done running away. ” You declared, putting your body upwards as you finally stand on equal footing with Misogi, both figurative and literally. Though you weren’t really sure how you were doing the latter. Mind over matter perhaps.

That coy and emotionless smile slowly descends into pure, unrelenting rage as Misogi glares at you. “You say you’ll accept it. Accept all your shortcomings and weaknesses while moving forward. Not only that... You’re apologizing to me while acknowledging me! Don’t screw with me, Kenichi Hakumasa!” Misogi screams, dropping his usual speech pattern, no longer trying to sound or look cool.

“That naive, purely selfless and virtuous spirit is what I hate most about you! It’s no different than self-righteousness! And now you’re saying you’re changing yourself like its nothing. Just how self-absorbed can you be Kenichi Hakumasa! People can’t change! This isn’t Shonen jump! Reality is far crueler than that! Everyone hides their worst selves in order to be accepted. That’s why we’re as a species are so two-faced. Such pure-hearted naivety is a lie. You’re just whitewashing!” Misogi hollers, throwing a series of screws directly at you. Surprising him in the act you choose not to doge them as the screw hit their mark on your body, similar to the crucifixion you underwent in the past.

Even with the screws lodged deep inside of you, your hair remains pitch black as slowly the screws begin to crumble. “So what if it is?! That doesn’t change the truth. Only by accepting our worst alongside our best virtues, we can change and come together...as equals! It’s never too late or impossible!“ You declared, aiming your thumb at your chest while taking a dramatic pose.
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>>3986020


“Screw you! Don’t twist my it isn’t my fault philosophy and turn it into something sickeningly positive.” Riddled with rage and resentment, Misogi lungs forward with the screws in hand, throwing several in order to force you to block them. Only to then follow up with a swift kick to the legs, knocking you off balance in the process.

Swiftly you priorities defending yourself from the screw by grabbing to the wall and throwing yourself back up towards the rooftop. Leaving you to just barely dodge the onslaught of screws currently grinding deep into the school building. Misogi, on the other hand, marches forward, no longer playing around. I expected you to tell me that my way of life, tell me that my entire being is wrong. Instead, you’re trying to understand me and what led to my state of mind. Inserting yourself into my position to see things from my perspective. Truly understanding everything about me while simultaneously rejecting everything. No, rather than reject...you’re trying to save me. while accepting me. Reprimanding me of my actions while giving salvation through redemption. A savior demon….the ultimate contradicting paradox.

As you made it to the top, you take a moment to calm your nerves and transition into the second step of Mushin, Meikyo-Shisui. With newfound clarity, you come to realize the gravity of the situation. You weren’t sure when or how but subconsciously you been transitioning into awakening the skill buried deep in your heart. No, to be more accurate it was always been awake, just that your stubborn pride has been keeping it dormant and docile. Even with number one, you couldn’t fully break the stigmata of Bookmaker. While it might be possible to bet on it, you were going to prove a point to Misogi by fully embracing this newfound power.

Channeling your hotblooded nature and passionate spirit, you desperately try to fully embrace the power of the「The Beginning」. Sparks start to shoot up from your entire body, hitting you a multitude of jolts. Rather than fighting against it, you focus your mind and let go of your ego to embrace the power with open arms. Going from the once chaotic sea of shockwaves and discharge to a more serene current of electricity, you feel the power coursing through you. Unfortunately, as you were coming to using it, your body quickly drops to one knee, pushing you to a point of exhaustion. While different from the excruciating pain, there was tremendous stress placed upon you as it was taking your strength of will to remain conscious.
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>>3986048

“Can’t be helped. I have an unfortunate habit of diving into any situation, giving my all regardless of what it’ll do to my body or if it would be better to be more reserved. I tend to worry about the ramification only after I finished what I needed to do.” You painfully laugh, staring at Misogi coming towards you with the intent to fully put you down. “I feel like Son Goku after he abused the Kaioken while in Super Saiyan blue.”

The mysterious woman chuckled, hopping off from her desk as she soon stretches her arms out like a savor. “But I don’t dislike such recklessness. So I’ll do you a favor and lend you my assistance until you reach a stage where you can use the full bulk of its power on your own.”

“Thank you...Vice-president.” You close your eyes, smiling as the surging vortex of power completely envelops you as 「The Beginning」 fully stabilizes. A rainbowish aura forms around your surrounding area, shooting high into the sky as a massive pillar obscuring your form.

“Call me Anshin'in Kenichi.” The vice president spoke, playfully reprimanding you as the transformation takes place. You felt your entire sense of self-changing as the phrase “「Ladies and Gentleman」echoes inside your mind. Afterward, you feel yourself blackening out as your silhouette changes in magical girl fashion. By the time Misogi made his way up the rooftop pillars and onto the roof itself, standing in weight was a young woman with very long light brown hair, with orangish streaks at the bottom. Wearing an alteration of the delinquent uniform, she took a rather dramatic stance, looking down at Misogi.

“「”...Vice President?! “」 Misogi exclaims, completely taken off guard by the sudden appearance of the mysterious girl. However, his eyes quickly narrow as he still feels your presence and seeing some of your features remain only feminized. “...No, you’re similar but not her at all. What is this trick Kenichi Hakumasa?!”

“Well, you’re half right. I’m the manifestation of the bond between them and bonds inside of Kenichi’s heart. The name Ken out of Kenichi can have many meanings but let’s go with this meaning for this name Kenshin'in-san or Clear One. Befitting if I don’t say so myself given this individual’s true background.” The mysterious brunette spoke, showing a rather sassy know-it-all approach as she beacons Misogi forward. “The real Kenichi is far too tired to fight, so I’ll have to do it in his steed. So please don't hold it against me.~”

>How do you proceed?

>Play around and get used to this new form and 「The Beginning」
>Mimic Medaka's motions and go for "True War God Mode"
>Call forth a random skill from 「The Beginning」 to counteract the situation
>Focus on evading Misogi and undoing the damage done by bookmaker
>Other [write-in]
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>>3986057
>>Focus on evading Misogi and undoing the damage done by bookmaker
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>>3986057
>>Call forth a random skill from 「The Beginning」 to counteract the situation
Oh hey Haruhi. I've always wondered if the similitudes of these two series were just coincidental.
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>>3986057
>Focus on evading Misogi and undoing the damage done by bookmaker
I really want to see what The Beginning can do but at the same time, getting rid of Bookmaker's effects is pretty important.
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>>3986057
>Focus on evading Misogi and undoing the damage done by bookmaker
Then we focus on Kumagawa.
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>>3986066
> Yeah Ajimu does bare striking resemblances with Haruhi and has a similar melancholy attitude. Though in her case, she's everything Haruhi is taken up to their logical extremes.
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>>3986060
>>3986069
>>3986074

Alright, make your rolls to see how well you do.
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Rolled 6 (1d100)

>>3986088
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Rolled 41 (1d100)

>>3986088
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Rolled 2 (1d100)

>>3986088
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>>3986092

Smells like new form syndrome. Now to think about how this leads to a catastrophic failure.
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Rolled 12, 12, 81, 39, 60, 100, 77, 28, 18, 46 = 473 (10d100)

>>3985701
>>3985702
>>3985715
>>3985722
>>3985732
>>3985746
>>3986089
>>3986090
>>3986092
Wait, are we on a low streak?
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>>3986100
Apparently not. I guess >>3986092 is a minus
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>>3986100
You fucker.
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>>3986088

“As if a stunt like this will deceive me. This is merely an illusion like Aizen’s Kyoka Suigetsu or a cheeky setup for a deceptive gag trick like Emporio Ivankov’s devil fruit.” Misogi declares, pointing his index finger and taking an ominous silhouette.

“Aww, don’t be like that Miso-chan. Despite how it happened, I’m very much one hundred percent female. Even changed my clothing to better fit my new form.” You teased, placing your hand on your chest while confidently taking a pose. A loud buoyancy sound echos from your body as your chest bounce vibrantly with each motion. This was certainly physics that you never once had to deal with previously. At the same time, that loud bombastic sound effect was making poor Misogi sweat bullets as he’s reminded of a certain tomboy from middle school.

“Oh, that’s right since I’m a stand-in for her my body ended up matching her exact measurements~ Talk about embarrassing. Maybe it’s in these jugs that Meda-chan hides her power level and plot armor.” You awkwardly chuckle, looking down at your chest before the rest of your body. Although more modest and old-fashion compared to the real deal, you mentally got the feeling you were essentially the best of both candidates for your dream girl.

Misogi gulps, feeling himself rather conflicted about the entire ordeal. On one hand, it was his greatest enemy now a feminine bombshell not unlike Medaka, reminding him of the other person she detests. Actually considering the inspiration between the triad of people that pisses him off it was perfect to say such a perfect embodiment was taunting him right in front of his eyes. But even he couldn’t deny the oozing charisma that was now affecting him just like your mother did all those years ago. Slowly he moves his hand, grabbing at your skirt and before being met with a swift kick to the face, exposing your short and pantyhose in the process.

“As always Miso-chan you’re the absolute worst~” You smile, stomping your feet constantly underneath Misogi’s skull till a giant crater formed from the relentless assault. “If you wanted to know what color my panties are, you could’ve just asked and I’ll tell you.”

“That may be...but as a man and your senpai, it’s only expected of me to do the logical thing and take the chance. On that note, compression shorts otherwise called spats with pantyhose isn’t exactly something I dislike. Especially on that big, round, tight, bubble bu-” Before he could finish, Misogi was met with a cruel stomping at his little nuts and bolts. Figment of the real Misogi’s imagination or not, a jackass was still a jackass. And you weren’t holding back.

“Thanks for noticing~ I do squats every day. These buns of steel don’t quit and can break you further if you keep harassing me.” You remark, dropping him to the floor and leaving him to squirm in pain.
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>>3986145

“Believe me...this is harassing me as well seeing you like this. A truly self-defeating hell. You tempting succubus!” Misogi remarks, his voice cracking from the pain as he quickly pulls himself together. Tenacious like a cockroach was a quote that best describes the zombie-like durability and endurance that Misogi has. And to think he has the nerve to call himself the weakest.

“Don’t you know Miso-chan? I’m far more than a mere supernatural beauty like the succubus. Like Asta, I’m a despair eating demon~” You smiled devilishly, licking your lips in anticipation at the hunt. The implications alone were enough to raddle Misogi from his vengeful rage to a more sorrowful pit of pure anguish.

“Oh no, you don’t!” Misogi cries, getting ready to pull out and throw another array of screws. However, seeing his technique numerous times, you easily acted long before he could manifest his screws. Tapping his shoulder and forearm, you quickly hop off his body, pushing him back down to falling off the building while you glide through the air with a cheeky grin.

As much as part of you want to really test out this new form and see what the 「The Beginning」 can really do, it was perhaps better to avoid Misogi Kumagawa right now and fix your fragmented mind. Just because he can’t permanently stop the decay of 「Bookmaker」 doesn’t mean that you should continue giving him the chance to delay the inevitable for a second longer. With your rampant sprinting jumping you find yourself flying up high into the sky. In actuality, you were using the air as a solid platform as you propel your air walking through rapid kicks like Sanji from One Piece, the reishi manipulating races from Bleach and Might Guy from Naruto. With just a few kicks you could easily see the entire city.

“What are you trying to do…?” Misogi utters, still struggling to stand as he finds himself unable to reach you so high up in the air at his current state.
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>>3986150

“Just watch me Miso-chan~ I’m about to take all the remaining bookmaker screws and devour every last trace of your negativity and restoring my peace of mind.” You smile, stretching your arms out wide in the air for dramatic effect. Just like the famed spirit bomb, you were using your supernatural presence to draw out all the remaining effects of「Bookmaker」 into a single point and then proceed to destroy it. As you focus, you start to feel the negative energy coming towards you. Perhaps a little...too well.

Suddenly from out of nowhere, you feel your body being skewered from all directions. From head to toe, there was a screwed digging deep inside your body while you kept your cheeky smile. Only after a few seconds did your body finally registered exactly what has happened to it. Your supernatural charisma of positivity drew all the negative aspects of the alienating 「Bookmaker」 still lingering inside to a single point. Unfortunately, rather than that point being above your hands, it chose your entire body to become the vessel. At the very least your hair didn’t turn snow-white from the puncturing 「Bookmaker」.

“...Eh? What’s this?!” You ask, blood spilling out from your body as you start to plummet downwards to the ground.

Misogi can only laugh in response to the monumental fuckup that your shining moment coming crashing down. “...Congratulations, you brought all the remaining pillars of Bookmaker into one single spot and now they’re wedged deep inside yourself. This is the one time where I can truly, unironically say” Misogi says, clearing his throat as his voice finally returns.

“Don’t you say it.” You scream, still pummeling down towards the ground at a ridiculous rate.

“..It wasn’t my fault.” Misogi smiles, saying it just in time for you to see the coy smile on his face as you descend down to the ground.

“Son of a bitch!” Those were the last words you said before colliding hard with the ground. Perhaps making an even bigger crater than Misogi’s, you were now beaten and battered from the tumble. Everything was becoming black, leaving you to look at Misogi who surprisingly appeared in front of your limping body.

“..Goodbye, for now, Kenichi Hakumasa or should I say Kenshin'in-san. So long as 「Bookmaker」is stuck inside of you, sooner or later I’ll return. But for now, it looks like I’m being assimilated into your core. In a way, this is my loss. Even so, I at least took away and sealed something else important to you in exchange for this forced merger.” Misogi points out by showing his arm, particles that as keeping him whole was now starting to break apart and be siphoned into your body.

>What do you do?

>Resist "waking up" and fight Misogi
>Bet on 「The Beginning」to get you out of Misogi's trap.
>Wake up knowing that you at least fixed your fractured mind.
>Other [write-in]
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>>3986156
>Bet on 「The Beginning」to get you out of Misogi's trap.
Oh.
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>>3986156
>Bet on 「The Beginning」to get you out of Misogi's trap.
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>>3986156
>>Bet on 「The Beginning」to get you out of Misogi's trap.
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>>3986158
>>3986159
>>3986160

Make your rolls and pray for a miracle, also voting isn't over. So if another choice dominates you can roll for that.
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Rolled 2 (1d100)

>>3986165
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Rolled 59 (1d100)

>>3986165
Time for 2
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>>3986167
HA
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Rolled 53 (1d100)

>>3986165

>>3986167
You fuck.
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Rolled 4 (1d100)

>>3986165

>>3986167
Have we fallen into hell or something?
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>>3986186
kumagawa bookmaker'd the dice
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>>3986186

This is clearly the dice's karma for all those 100s and number 1.
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>>3986165

This wasn’t good at all. Being turned into a minus, having your memories sealed and suffering the trauma without knowing why was one thing. But to merge with the literal avatar of Misogi Kumagawa’s ego. Now that was a hell that you weren’t willing to pay for any price. And to think there was still the thing that Misogi mentioned he was sealing as a result of your latest blunder. With all these many screws inside of you, you found movement to be rather difficult. It was taking your all fighting the effects of 「Bookmaker」and keep yourself from relapsing into another breakdown.

Of course, that was only a temporally solution as things continue to blacken around you. Eyelids becoming heaver with your vision becoming blurry and distorted. Your remaining senses fading with the connection with your avatar body becoming detached. If this keeps up then you fear the worst possible scenario becoming a reality. It is at this point you start to channel what remaining strength you have into 「The Beginning」There was many things you didn’t know about the skill but what choice did you have? 「Number One」 and its sub-series were all tapped out from that overexposure so overusing it again could be detrimental to you.

If this power was meant to counterbalance Medaka and be her antithesis, then I just know it’ll create a miracle. Closing your eyes your everything into the skill. Separating yourself from everything else, including feeling that sickening presence seeps into your body, you vaguely start to hear voices as everything fades away. Got to hand it to Kumagawa, he’s quite the persistent troublemaker. But at least experiencing this method again has given me an idea...but you’re not going to like what I have to do. Left drifting in the darkness of your thoughts, a chilling shiver runs down your spine before an explosive jolt of energy.

“Misogi Kumagawa!” You scream, lunging forward from the bed in a cold sweat. Panting deep, laboring breaths you try to combat your haggard state with Qigong. Following this exercise slowly let yourself recover and regain a stable heartbeat. Placing your hand on your chest you take a sigh of relief.

“Good, I’m back in reality. Thank buddha. Would’ve been the biggest dick move that cock sucker could’ve done to me by blocking my memories again.” You mutter, eyes closed as you feel something soft. A strange, awkward feeling floods your mind as you keep contact. Squeezing this soft, supple and round area, a rush of embarrassment brushes across your face, causing you to blush. Squeezing it a few times you finally open up your eyes to look down.
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>>3986254

Two exceptionally large round mounds sticking out from your tank top made you think of a certain blue-haired cowlick heroine with her curvaceous form. In fact, the more you explore your form you come to realize that you weren’t in your rugged, musclebound hotbloodedness that you proudly called your manly form. In its place was the same athletic womanly form that Medaka herself carries. Although noticeably more robust thanks to your continuous training. Right down to your now very long brunette hair you looked more like your supposed dream girl rather than the younger brother to Mirai. Eye twitching in distress you feel yourself appropriately about to freak out over the endeavor.

“Son of a horse dick fucking shit weasel! Fucking Bitch Whore…..ASSS!!!” You scream, shoving your face deeper into your pillow to spend the next fifteen minutes continuing to spew enough swears to make the finest ship captain squirm in misery. “God fucking damn it!”

On one hand, it seems that you recalled everything that has experienced in that dream-like world. So at the very least Misogi’s echo didn’t postpone your progression to uncovering your memories and getting over your trauma. On the other hand, you were currently stuck in the body of a fifteen-year-old teenage girl. Misogi may consider this a lost but you most certainly didn’t consider your current predicament a victory either. Worst yet, that strange feeling that usually came when you were in trouble was currently cut off. The only thing you were feeling was the overwhelming pressure deep into your chest. You weren’t sure if it was the 「The Beginning」 or your new bosom.

>What do you do next?

>Go into the bathroom and examine yourself while making sure this wasn’t a dream within a dream
>Adopt Medaka’s mannerism and don’t sweat the small stuff as you continue your morning
>Meditate and try to recollect your thoughts over what has happened.
>Go to [write-out who] for assistance and guidance
>Other [write-in]
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>>3986265

>Adopt Medaka’s mannerism and don’t sweat the small stuff as you continue your morning

Just pretend there has been no change at all and watch everyone shit themselves and act like they're crazy. It'll be fun
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>>3986145
>Especially on that big, round, tight, bubble bu-”
It's like we're wearing nothing at all....

>>3986265
I'm stuck between the bathroom and be chill options, so I'll just support
>>3986268
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>>3986265
>Meditate and try to recollect your thoughts over what has happened.
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>>3986265
>>3986268
>>Adopt Medaka’s mannerism and don’t sweat the small stuff as you continue your morning

Yes. Sounds like fun!
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QM please tell me we aren't going to be stuck like this
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>>3986278
The power of a 2 is beyond our comprehension
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>>3986278

I'm not going to permanently make you stuck like this. Even I'm not that cruel. Still, it puts a greater sense of urgency of removing bookmaker from your body and returning to normal.
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>>3986265
>Meditate and try to recollect your thoughts over what has happened

I’m worried on what he else he sealed
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>>3986265
>Meditate and try to recollect your thoughts over what has happened.
AAAAAAAAAAAAAA
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>>3986268
>>3986269
>>3986271
>>3986322

After spending some time kicking and screaming in frustration, anxiety and discombobulated, the stress accumulated starts to stagnate and lessen. There was one thing you haven’t tried yet. Patting yourself against your chest you try to invoke 「Ladies and Gentleman」 to see if you can change yourself back into a man again. To your fears, the skill was inactive as that glowing magical girl transformation didn’t manifest itself. Patting yourself repetitively didn’t bear any results as the only thing it did was fill you with greater anxiety.

Despite feeling the 「The Beginning」coursing through your body, the other feeling that unknown to you was 「Number One」was not responding in addition to the skill you tried earlier. Paranoid at what else could have been sealed, you start to take a yoga possed, legs crossed together as you begin to meditate. Clearing your mind you come to review what has taken place so far. Keeping those deep breaths in order, you dive through your mind. From what you can tell, your connection to your original form was sealed, as well as your hotblooded chuunibyou power or 「Number One」 as it's called.

Again it could have been due to burning out from the spar with your mother and needing rest to recover back to full strength. But paranoia was getting to you at what exactly the echoes of Misogi could have sealed beside your manhood or was that his true plan. Aside from being trapped in this body everything else seems normal. All the knowledge and experience you had before the trip was still evident, and you didn’t feel any effects of being a minus. Just your normal, usually zero impact self. Once that came into fruition, you begin to start breaking down into a fit of laughter. Laughing like a madwoman for a good ten minutes oddly enough ends up doing some good to your mental state.

Knowing that what took place in your dream did happen and packing the main bulk of your physical and mental trauma, it was necessary letting that out in a healthy manner. It was a miracle you didn’t break down like your older sister Mirai told you. Of course, it can also be seen as a sign of maturity. For instance, you can visualize and recollect middle school president Misogi Kumagawa with your body only shivering in disgust. That’s far from completely conquering your trauma but a major step compared to the wrecked mess you were prior. Quickly dropping back to your bed, you let out a big sigh.
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>>3986330

“Oh well. It’s useless thinking about it. After all, I just escaped a life-changing ordeal with this form being the worst of the consequences that the perils has brought me. For now, I should stick to committing myself to being simple-minded until my mental fortitude recovers. “ You smile, slowly changing it from the awkward panic into a dumbfounded expression.

Taking a page from Medaka, you settled on being a lovable Genki dimwit instead of your usual self. Thinking about what has happened only leads to you having a major headache. Your brain was already put into high gear digesting the lost memories that you recovered. Best not to overwork it further as you adjust for now until you fully regain yourself and figure a way out of this predicament. Going through the motions you got through your morning activities before changing your clothing. Making contact with your school uniform, it underwent a magical shojo transformation, turning into a fitting version for your current form.

Okay at least I don’t need to bug my big sister for clothing. Good on you Ladies and gentlemen. As you reflect on the properties of 「Ladies and Gentleman」as a gender-changing skill, it was quite versatile what types of body it changes into. The only prerequisites were that it changes them into the opposite gender. Aside from that, anything was game. Keeping that knowledge to yourself, you look at yourself in the mirror, wearing the girl’s variant of the student council attire with hoodie intact, pantyhose and spats underneath. Smiling at your form, tying the golden ribbons to keep your hair in place, you begin walking out of your room. Maybe nobody will notice.

>What do you do next?

>Have breakfast with your mother and sister
>Get something to eat on the way to school instead
>Just head to school and think about what to do there
>Consider the deeper implications and see how to mess with your friends while playing “dumb”
>Other [write-in]
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>>3986340
>Just head to school and think about what to do there
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>>3986340

Headache aside, you'll come to understand that just how helpful 「The Beginning 」is towards your mission to returning to normal once you calm your tits.
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>>3986340
Damn we qt.

>Have breakfast with your mother and sister
You guys wanna pretend that we're Kenichi's secret lover that he's been keeping secret from them for years? Or is that too mean?
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>>3986340
>Have breakfast with your mother and sister
Mommy will know what to do!
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So, at a guess...「The Beginning 」let's us use a random skill belonging to Anshin'in?
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>>3986347
Honestly I want to mess with everyone by pretending we are a alternate timeline kenichi that was born female.
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>>3986340
>>Just head to school and think about what to do there
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>>3986340
>>Consider the deeper implications and see how to mess with your friends while playing “dumb”
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>>3986340
>>Have breakfast with your mother and sister
Other than the fact that it'd be good for a laugh, our mom's a chi master and all that jazz. It'll be an interesting perspective to hear from about body changing stuff like this. ...And also actually telling them that we've made significant progress with our trauma. It'll be good for everyone involved.

>>3986347
I much prefer telling the truth that "we had a dream about a boy and woke up like this." Extra points for blushing like the innocent maiden that we are.
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>>3986347
>>3986353
>>3986404
>>3986470

Based on what the consensus has been so far, it seems like telling the truth with some light messing as >>3986470 suggesting is how we're handling it less someone got a better answer.

>>3986358

Well you're not wrong about that assessment.「The Beginning 」 is a very complex skill despite being simple. In its essence, it allows one to "Create" skills though "Duplicate" would be more accurate in comparison to Haten's skill creation skill「First Edition」 (What I'm thinking of naming his skill that create skills is since its never named in canon). That said, it surpasses simple Mimicry where one can only draw a fraction of the original skill, ability or feat, nor can you say it only focuses on instantly mastering to bring out 120% of their ability like 「The End」despite both being focus on learning. The skill true capabilities will be revealed in time as what it "creates" but know this. It's a skill that strongly represent a Shonen protagonist "Greatest" strength. Kenshin'in has already given a strong hint to its true nature.
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>>3986699

For you, it was rather weird having to walk down in a skirt, The pantyhose mandated that effect as it feels more like tights mixed with the spats over them. And you didn’t want to reflect on the undergarments underneath. Even so, while manageable it was going to take some getting used to. All joking aside you decide to head downstairs to the kitchen for breakfast. Ultimately it was better to rip the bandaid off and talk to your mother Hitomi and older sister Mirai about this predicament truthfully. Your mother abnormality 「Invincible East 」 also made her a master of the bio-energy that courses through the living body and the source of life itself, chi. If anyone would know what is wrong with you currently it’ll be your mother.

Taking that into account you ponder briefly on the ramifications that trampling down in this feminine form will do to your family’s psyche. But once again you channeled your arranged fiancee’s simple-minded aspect that was mainly due to being “too smart that she loops back into being stupid”. Navie as she was there was some practicality in not sweating the big stuff and being reactive through going with the flow. As you walk through the stairs and into the kitchen, you saw your mother back to her eleven-year-old form finishing up the last of the food. Meanwhile, Mirai was on her Nintendo switch device currently playing Tetris.

“Ah good morning Kenichi-aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!” Hitomi’s warm smile quickly averts itself into a shriek at seeing her baby boy now a girl. Though even in her frantic state she still manages to complete cooking breakfast. Once again showing off those honed instincts and reflexes.

Narrowing her blue eyes to the loud screaming, Mirai sets her game down and turns to the family. “Jeez, must you be loud. Alright, Kenichi what did you d-daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa” Mira spoke, showing a similar discombobulated and dumbfounded expression at your current appearance. Honestly, this made you feel rather better as it confirms that you weren’t hallucinating to the point your mind makes your transformation real due to Bookmaker.

“Tell us what happened to you, Kenichi,” Hitomi asks, running over to hug her child, continuing with her exaggerated panic like that of a gag manga. Mirai was gathering her thoughts as she was rendered speechless.

Getting into the swing of things you start to emulate proper Mahou Shoujo mannerisms, complete with proper animation. “It was awful. I had a weird dream where I was back in middle school reliving my past and then I met this strange boy. And when I woke up I ended up like this.” You spoke, turning your head and forcing yourself to blush while squirming your legs.
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>>3986841
“I just know he did something horrible to me with along with sexually harassing me by wanting to know the color of my panties. And...And” Hamming up on your performance you start to break down into tears, blushing harder in shame before covering your face. “I don’t think I can get married anymore. I’m sorry mama. I’m sorry big sis. I’m sorry Hayato and papa. Please forgive me.” You cry, continuing recollecting the events in soap opera fashion.

“Oh, Kenichi! I’m so sorry that you had to go through such a harrowing experience. Don’t you worry Kenichi, we’re going to do everything we can to help you go through this ordeal as well as find a cure for your predicament. We’ll make that boy take responsibility.” Hitomi reassures you, also reduced to crying as this further sells your shojo drama. Perhaps it was even worth an Emmy as you continue to ham it up by hugging your mother.

Mirai, on the other hand, looks at the scene with a blank, stone-cold expression. Sweat forms from the side of her face at the overacting nonsense. Soon she transitions into a sigh before closing her eyes. “Right so since I have to be the reasonable one out this melodramatic family, I’m calling bullshit.”

“Huh?” You blink, looking at your sister judging eyes as there was serious doubt coming from her. “W-What are you implying sis?”

“While your story has some truth in it, there are some gaping holes in your logic. To me, it’s more likely you reaped this unfortunate act upon yourself by something reckless. And someone of your status would’ve expose yourself regardless. Personally, I blame Medaka for that but it’s still your fault for being so easily impressionable.” Mirai shrugs before tapping a couple of buttons on her device. Her glance remained dead sharp on your figure as she continues punching in some commands.

“How can you say such a thing to your sibling?!?! Don’t you believe what I went through in that awful dream! How can you be so cruel Mirai!” You cried, once again overexaggerating the soap opera aspect while trying to make Mirai look like the bad gal here. But she was having none of that as she sees through your act.

“It’s an older sister’s job to call out their younger sibling’s bullshit bro. Or should I say Lil sis now.” As Mirai says this, her hand grabs deeply against your left breasts. Squeezing it with gentle firmness, her eyes blink a bit while leaving you frozen in the spot. “Hmm, so they are real after all. Here I thought it was some act of deception or trickery based on your subconscious taste of your dream girl.”
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>>3986868

“What the hell are you doing?! You oni gorilla!” You scream, breaking out of character and letting that hotbloodedness seep out in vile aggression. “Besides how can you call me the little sister when I’m bigger than you.” You taunt Mirai, doing the same to her as she did to you, hurting her where it hurts.

The once cool and collective Mirai was succumbing to her own suppressed emotion as anger starts to bubble up to the surface. “Don’t call me a macho cavewoman you inflated barbie doll. “

Feeling yourself personally attacked by line you curl your lips into an angry smile. “I didn’t even say that. You got wax in your ears you ogre barbarian princess or you just became unable to understand human speech.” You say, bumping against Mirai while further taunting your older sister. Anger marks started to form and multiple over her body as she takes a deep breath.

“Finishing move Windup Whirlwind!” Mirai cries, smacking you with a metal bat from who knows whereas you come to receive a flurry of blows. Like the namesake, you find yourself currently lying on the ground in a pool of blood as you briefly hallucinate the sports series Diamond no Ace. Hitomi was left to morn over your body while Mirai took a stance befitting a Sukeban.

>What do you do next?

>Apolgize for going overboard and ask your family for help
>Turn to your mother for guidance and support.
>Use this blow as a chance to knock yourself unconscious and talk to ????
>Get back up and leave in dramatic fashion to Maguro's place.
>Other [write-in]
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>>3986878
>Apolgize for going overboard and ask your family for help
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>>3986878
>>Turn to your mother for guidance and support.
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>>3986878
>>Get back up and leave in dramatic fashion to Maguro's place.
This might lead to more sexual harassment but he's probably the best choice that's not Ajimu.
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>>3986878
>>Apolgize for going overboard and ask your family for help
Time to be serious
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>>3986878
>Apolgize for going overboard and ask your family for help
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>>3986884
>>3986889
>>3986894
>>3987023

Left to lie in a pool of your blood, you muster the strength to write an apology in your blood. In your eagerness to play off your transformation for laughs and drama, you made a grave mistake in setting your older sister off. The last thing you wanted was to get the cold shoulder from Mirai and have her reject helping you. Though you did expect Mirai to pull her punches considering your new form. After an offscreen makeup with your family, you drift into a brief slumber for Hitomi to do her magic. Placing her hands against your body she begins tapping into your chi. Through Hitomi’s chi techniques your body quickly heals the multitude of bruises, almost immediately restoring itself to the previous state prior.

“Thanks, mom.” You utter, lying on the floor with your back fully exposed for your mother to channel her chi effectively through aura and resonating with yours. Mirai, on the other hand, continues to press some buttons on her switch, keeping her analysis to herself. Not that you notice as you have ample distractions keeping you busy.

“I feel some lingering negativity residence in your chi, specifically the seven chakra points that govern the aura of it. It’s gathered in a single point, keeping it isolated as it resides in the seventh chakra point, the violet chakra called Sahasrara. This is certainly different compared to the last time I checked your chi through feng shui where it was splintered and spread out but much weaker in comparison because of the separation. Now in this singularity, it’s harder to break it down and extract.” Hitomi explains, waving her hand towards the Sahasrara. As soon as she pokes it, your body starts to tense up and invoke increasingly painful pulsations

“Ow.” You wince, feeling a sharp pain drilling into your body in a dull ache, involuntary contractions and spasms. “Be careful, I’m not as durable. “

“Don’t be a baby Kenichi. I can tell that despite your change in form, most of your stereotypical skills and attributes remain. Even then, I didn’t raise a weakling. Although, if I’m to be honest this new body feels more akin to your fiancee Medaka yet something else as well.” Hitomi spoke, briefly refuting shifting her eyes closely back to the center of your body. In her line of sight, she begins to see two circulating sources of essences in opposites to one another. You grumble in response and just think happy thoughts.
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>>3987028

“If there’s nothing else I’d like to put back my top and get back to breakfast.” You say, showing signs of being embarrassed over your current predicament.
“Hold on Kenichi, there’s one more thing. I’m sensing something pretty strange inside of you. Currently, there are two different forms of chi flowing inside of you instead of one. Your normal bountiful lifeforce and the overabundant swelling vortex. It seems to be affecting your chi, making it become a very ample amount sure. However, as a result, there’s a sort of imbalance resonance between your native chi and this other chi. As if one is going to consume the other rather than be stationary in balance.” Hitomi explains, using your body to better explain the situation as you begin to feel these two different energies inside.

“Something or someone is anchored inside of you. I didn’t notice this prior because of your essence overtook it and thus covering it up. But with your latest change, it ended up taking center stage, leaving your origin on the sideline.”

“Great. I have an unknown source anchoring inside of me like a freeloader.” You sigh, thinking that it was most likely the effect of bookmaker once again running rampant inside of you. But you turn your attention back to Mirai. “I don’t suppose you got anything insightful assistance with my current issue. I don’t care how much I have to owe you after this.”

“Considering that I want my brother back as well, I’m not going to charge you anything for using my talents to help you,” Mirai remarks, turning her switch device back as a pinup screen appears with the title “Gamemaster” at the top. Unsurprisingly you documented this as her abnormality working through the medium of her gaming device.

“Let’s start with your new body. Your stats are currently at Medaka’s when she was in middle school, specifically at her strongest variation. This doesn’t do your self-confidence well since you didn’t want to be in her shadow. Now you’re Medaka’s doppelganger. Or would the term upgrade be appropriate.”

“Shut up. Not like my original body is any better according to the dream I have. So it can’t be helped.” You bark, tilting your head to avoid letting your sister see your embarrassed face.
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>>3987055

“ According to 「Gamemaster」’s second subskill 「Strategy Guide」 that the skill Ladies and Gentleman is a skill that swaps genders. It sounds straightforward but there’s more two it than that. It can freely redistribute and redefine the swapped gender form. For instance, let’s say you turn someone into a girl. So long as its a girl, you have free reign to craft whatever form that female body takes. Can be a petite and slender maiden, a curvy beauty, a hulking amazon, a cute butterball, a short stack innocence, the possibilities are virtuous. Then there’s the fact about changing inanimate objects to fit that respective gender.” Mirai explains, showing a holographic projection of the datasheet that her abnormality has gathered.

“That’s pretty dark when you think about it. I just thought it was like Ranma ½’s Ranma Saotome where he changes into a 1 to 1 version of himself of different genders depending on the type of water spilled on him.” You mention, looking deep at your screen in thought. It certainly put a lot of implication of who or what influenced your current appearance.

“It also has another effect. Its practice is simplistic but those who are warped by the user can either retain their original history and status without issue although being genderswapped carries its own ups and downs as one deals with this change. Or a fabrication can be created and established for the new identity of the transformed individual. Rewriting over the old one and safely integrating itself as the new reality of truth. Either way, the one who gets to choose is the one who has the dominate will in the exchange. Got to say, although simple, this skill is pretty devious.” Mirai says, looking rather perplexed about the entire description.

“Why does that sound like you got more bad news?” You say, showing concern over your big sister.

“Well from what I understand, its basically a skill that remodels the body and alters the mind and suppresses the will of the soul. Consensus is possible but to me, it seems like this skill was made with the intent to turn people into the user’s “ideal” and “perfect” version of themselves abet genderfluid. Getting rid of any imperfection as they deemed fit. It’s a skill that has both plus and minus aspects so I’d be careful if I was you.”

“Right I’ll keep that in mind. Though if I start having the hots for dudes, please smack me.” You remark, causing Mirai to chuckle in response. “That does remind me. What exactly happened during my fight with mom. Everything is coming to me rather slowly but I do remember what I was doing during that time. I have been fighting like it’s been sixty hours and resting nearly the same amount but on my phone, it’s Monday morning.”
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>>3987070

“Oh, that’s due to 「Gamemaster」’s third subskill 「Game Start」. By isolating you into my territory, I can apply the necessary physics and rules that are governed in games and/or sports and have that dimensional space follow that rule to the wire. In this case, I went with the bullet time event method to leave you two fighting in altered time while the real world continues as normal.” Mirai says nonchalantly, briefly revealing the same device she used to isolate you and your mother. “Otherwise you would’ve brought the house down with your spar.”

“Sort of like the hyperbolic time chamber.” You remark, genuinely surprised by your sister having that kind of ability. With how much she talks about her abnormality not being very convenient it seems that when the conditions are met it’s quite the abnormal skill.

“You could say that yes. It’s also how I used Pause to keep you in suspended animation until I can switch the mode to the hospital simulation game and repair you with Mom’s assistance. “ Mirai explains, pointing to Hitomi who wave back to you before going back to help out your body through the pressing of several pressure points.

“Thank you, both of you. Also, how are you holding up mom? You look like you’re completely back to normal but you didn’t take nearly as much physical damage as me.” You ask, greatly showing concern to your mother who only puts her arms up in a show-offy stance.

“Aww, how sweet to worry about your mother. But I’m fine for the most part. Transforming back to my true form takes up a lot of stamina and it’s hard repressing my abnormal personality after transforming back. It’s quite the drain both physically and mentally.” Hitomi smiles, petting you on the forehead rather than the scalp of the skull, being considering what is lurking at that chakra point.

“Let me make it up to you when I get the chance. It was my selfishness that ended up putting you into such a position. You got your reasons for why you keep that form under wraps so it was my fault for forcing you to go into it.” You bowed to the best of your ability, almost causing your mother to shed a tear at her cinnamon bun of a child. She couldn’t bring herself to speak and just smiles back at you.

“Not to interrupt the moment but If you want me to look up any other strange factors about you, you’ll have to wait a while. Some information takes longer to extract and decode into a tangible index of information. The skill I just did was only quick because of how simple it is and the fact it’s the only thing I’m investigating.” Mirai remarks, shifting gears and scanning your form for her abnormality to get to work. “That said, maybe you should go check up with Maguro. He could give you some pointers on how to deal with your current predicament.”
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>>3987070

>How do you proceed?

>Take Mirai's suggestion and head to Ghost Babel
>Focus on school for now and let yourself recover
>Head outside to train and see if you can pull off any of Medaka's techniques before school
>Other [write-in]
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>>3987095
>>Take Mirai's suggestion and head to Ghost Babel
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>>3987095
>Take Mirai's suggestion and head to Ghost Babel
Is there really any other choice if we want to go back to normal quickly?
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>>3987095
>>Take Mirai's suggestion and head to Ghost Babel
Prepare for high level sekuhara
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>>3987102

There's always trying to find Kumagawa personally or find someone who can remove bookmaker's effects. But that perfect attendance record.
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>>3987102
>Is there really any other choice if we want to go back to normal quickly?
Maybe, but do we want to do the Class 13 arc with our battered old body?
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>>3987109
>perfect attendance record
Switching to
>Focus on school for now and let yourself recover
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>>3987095
>>Focus on school for now and let yourself recover
OUR PERFECT ATTENDANCE
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>>3987095
>Focus on school for now and let yourself recover
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>>3987098
>>3987104
>>3987120
>>3987169

Guess I'm doing both
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>>3987192

Or not as >>3987191 broke the tie. I'll stew on it as I write.
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>>3987192

After a hearty breakfast and talking about lighter things, you packed your lunch and proceed to head to school. Normally it’ll take you about thirty minutes to reach the school and still have time to spare before becoming tarty. Unlike every other day, you were feeling super amazing right now. Like a bird with newfound wings, you were no longer weighed down by the remnant of broken wings. Moving at top gear, you swiftly blitz through your surroundings, traveling through the air like you were flying. The air walking you did in your dream was being recreated in reality. It was rather accelerating that you couldn’t help but laugh all the way to Hakoniwa Academy in less than ten minutes.

Eventually, you made your way to the entrance of the desolate Ghost Babel. Last since used forty years ago, this old building managed to survive throughout the countless seasons and weather changes. Despite being at one of Hakoniwa Academy’s corners far out in the distance, it has not once been threatened with the act of tearing it down. Thus giving it an eerie and bone-chilling vibe spread its name and notoriety. Although once decrepit and empty, it has since been remodeled secretly into an impressive fortress of solitude. With its outer walls merely used as a coat of camouflage for the reinforced secondary layers stacked underneath.

Previously this wasn’t even an afterthought in your mind as you weren’t the type to believe in superstition. Much less have any reason to explore, that is until today. With your memories of the past, roughly sixty percent restored compared to the original twenty percent, you knew the man living in the haunted building site. Reaffirmed by your big sister Mirai, you take a moment to look around as you step inside the entrance. During your sky dancing feat, you texted a message to Maguro, alerting him of your situation and even showing pics thanks to Mirai. Just in case it wasn’t enough to convenience him, you decided to pay a personal visit.

Making your way to the Intercoms, you announce yourself proper by pushing the red button. Hearing feedback you cleared out your throat before speaking. “Hey, Maguro-senpai. It’s me, Kenichi Hakumasa. I came to deliver a message. No, to be more precise I’m giving you proof of what has happened to me. I know the cameras are already looking at me from all directions.”

“ I might have drifted since the last time I saw you, but I made my way back to the starting line. Something happened to me during my confrontation with Kumagawa. It was the setting point for this spiraling experience of chaos that continues to run rampant in my life. Reliving that experience has made me aware of my shortcomings and weaknesses. I’m no longer that brash, reckless youth that pushes himself to the brink in order to keep with your little sister.” You say, taking another second to reflect on your past actions.
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>>3987510

“That’s why.....” Pausing for a bit, you slowly drop to your knees before kneeling further. Without hesitation or regret, you transition into a traditionalist bow of apology. The memories of Medaka courses through your mind, especially that day where she was crying after holding your lifeless body. Gripping your hands tightly at the sight, a rising fire begins to build inside of you. “..I came here for your help. With your talents, you’ll be able to find out what is wrong with me and help me return to normal. Return me back to how I should be so I can start making the next step and standing alongside Medaka. Not out of pride or self-satisfaction, but so that I never make her sad or alone ever again. To continue the promise I made with you between men in elementary school. And, to protect all the things I cherish most.”

“Please! Lend me your strength, Maguro Kurokami.” You plead, even if you were going to most likely get rejected, it didn’t mean you would let it end her. If not today then tomorrow and so forth until the day where you can make the possibility of Maguro helping you a reality.


Breaking the seemingly endless silence was the sound of a familiar voice. That same cheerful if cheeky tone that used to be conflictingly polarizing for you during middle school. “Stage, not step. What you meant to say instead of taking the next step is to quickly transition into the next stage. If you’re going to commit yourself to something, you got to envision yourself surpassing expectations. Mr. Heat. Or should I say, Miss.”

You weren’t sure if you wanted to laugh or slug him from bringing back your childhood nickname as confirmation. Either way, you feel positively ecstatic to receive his approval. The doors to the gate quickly open up, revealing in its way a light show towards your next spot. Taking the hint you follow the trail of light towards the next intercom. It was connected to a large device, but upon closer expectation, you knew it to be a blood extraction case. With the tools needed for the extraction. Pressing the button after expectation you receive another call from Maguro.
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>>3987542

“Come after school and we’ll discuss what’s wrong with you. For now, leave a blood sample on the tray to the right.” Maguro answer. “Be warned, my examination will be quite thorough.”

Your body soon broke down into a shiver, almost killing that respectable vibe you were carrying for your senior. He was no Kumagawa but he still a pervert nonetheless. In retrospect, you were glad that Medaka wasn’t here. The last thing you needed was him fanboying over his little sister. Not that your current form was any better given the subtle similarities. Taking the ping pong like device from inside you inject yourself with it as instructed. Flowing out from your flesh and into the machine you see the blood filling up into its respective taking. After giving only the recommended amount, you put the device inside, close the door and walked back to the academy.

With plenty of time to spare it seems like you’ll be making to class on time with no issue. That said, there was still the pink elephant in the wrong. Dealing with the student body.

>What do you do?

>Acknowledge it immediately and get it out of the way as you focus on class
>Use 「Ladies and Gentlemen」 to fabricate a convincing backstory to explain your change
>Go back to being Medaka-lite and be oblivious to the change
>Go into the costume room, change into a thick boy’s uniform and pretend to be your old self with a cold.
>Other [write-in]
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>>3987547
>Go into the costume room, change into a thick boy’s uniform and pretend to be your old self with a cold.
Let's not rewrite reality to explain one accident.
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>>3987547
>Go into the costume room, change into a thick boy’s uniform and pretend to be your old self with a cold.
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>>3987547
>>Go back to being Medaka-lite and be oblivious to the change
We still need to get the most of the situation. Let's have some fun!
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>>3987547
>>Go into the costume room, change into a thick boy’s uniform and pretend to be your old self with a cold.
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>>3987570
Supporting
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Only issue with the thick boy's uniform option is that I just know there'll be some phys ed. class popping up and then we'll be screwed.
So I'm going with
>Go back to being Medaka-lite and be oblivious to the change
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>>3987547
>>Go back to being Medaka-lite and be oblivious to the change
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>>3987570
>>3987681
>>3987800
>>3988009
>>3988020
>>3987557
>>3987567
>>3987570

Judging by the votes we have a winner. Now this is optional but give me a roll to see how convincing your charisma is for others.
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Rolled 35 (1d100)

>>3988098
Alright, do we still have the Nat 1 as crit without Number One?
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Rolled 23 (1d100)

>>3988098
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Rolled 94 (1d100)

>>3988098
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>>3988117
Welp we now opened a new forbidden door within every male at our school.
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>>3988102

It's not gone for good so yes. Just recharging.

But to remind people and tell newcomers, the die crits work like this.

1 is the highest form of a critical success as not only do you succeed but you do it in the most over the top spectacle that's befitting Medaka Box itself. Even things by all account that defy logic are fair game.

But on the other end of the spectral a number 2 is your opposite. It is the critical failure of the highest regard. Not only do you fail but you're going to fail in the worst way possible.

100 is the pitty win where you succeed but do it the same way. In a sense, it's a balancing act between a traditional crit success and failure.
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>>3988124

Bancho Pheremones is still live, now Sukeban style.
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>>3988098


Finding your way to the student council building, you slowly open the main office door and peek through the crack. To your fortune there wasn’t anyone inside, leaving you with the much-needed privacy. Medaka was probably doing something important elsewhere anyway. Slowly you walked right in, closing the door behind you once inside and locking the door. It might be the paranoia talking but you didn’t want anyone to interrupt. As a (wo)man you couldn’t bring yourself for any reason to tarnish your perfect attendance. Even if you have an excuse to let it slide it still was impossible to do so.

Therefore you begin to think of the only other way of getting out of this messy situation. As you ponder your clear, ocean blue eyes glance down at your chest, reeling over the bounteous volume it carries. Staring at them gave you an idea, a stupid but practical idea. If you can just dress like a boy, change your voice and hide your hair then you’d be able to pass yourself off as a sickly Kenichi. The best part about it is that it fits with your portrayal of character for anyone to question it. Easier said than done however as you furiously try to squeeze your chest into the elastic compression wrappings.

Even with something like this your body reactive negatively towards the prospect of being restrained and contained. It was only met with your stubborn tenacity as you pushed enough force to squeeze your chest into the wrappings. Although nearly reduce to the point of tears, your figure looks passable for an effeminate man. As you take a sigh of relief, in comedic timing your chest violently tore through the bindings. To which one of its straps slaps you in the face, forcing you to kneel from the pain. Their ample size was just too bulbous to be contained in this tight fabric. Now forced to accept this fact you only smile in response.

Following up with a hand slap to the wall Kabedon style, you instantly fell into a gloomy expression. To think you would be your greatest enemy thanks to your body symbolizing your strong viewpoints towards freedom. “Well, Kenichi….you can’t say you weren’t surprised that this was the final result? Nothing in this world can hold you down and bind you...ehehehe..” You say, chuckling rather ominously as blood starts to pour out of your eyes. Even as you gracefully admit defeat you were still rather sore about it.

“The one time I wish my physique didn’t serve as a prime example of equivalent exchange. If I was at least flat as a board or had more modest breasts I’d be able to pull this off.” You look to your hand, considering trying to use the skill again. But knowing your luck the level of current proficiency with it would just backfire on you. After all, you never had an actual skill like this before.
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>>3988203

“Well you tried and that’s all that anyone can do. “ You say, bouncing back up with a smile as you channel your inner-Medaka. Worrying about this wasn’t going to do you any good. A real (wo)man accepts the consequences for their actions and meet their fate with no regrets.

Just as you were about to put your top back on, someone starts to open the door to the student council. Despite the door being locked, it slowly unlocks itself after the sounds of a key being inserted echoes the room. Now in your mind, you only know two people who could have the key. A member of the student council which was currently only Medaka and yourself. Or the current chairman’s granddaughter...Hansode Shiranui. Either of those would be the worst-case scenario for you as you start changing back into your clothes. Quickly grabbing your stuff, you sprint your way out of the window in hotblooded fashion.

Landing swiftly and silently, you sprint away at high speed to avoid being detected. You make a mental note to fix the window the next time you get the chance. For right now you made yourself committed to playing the fool and channeling Medaka’s natural Genki charms. Strangely enough, this plan of action ends up being successful as you made your way through homeroom. Not a single soul bugged you asking for answers as to why Kenichi Hakumasa was a beautiful maiden. For some reason, everyone just accepted this was just normal for you. You weren’t sure if that was something to be worried about or not.

Now that’s not to say they didn’t make up their conclusion for the cause. The most common being that this was some sort of martial arts trick. Even so, they were too polite to ask such a nervewracking question. The teachers especially just ran with it as you continue everyday life.
For better or worse, your natural charisma and presence attracted all kinds of attention to yourself. The girls were treating you like one of their own, even asking tips on things like what kind of shampoo you use to get such silky smooth hair. As for the boys, it seems like you started being ushered as the new waifu of Hakoniwa Academy.

As for Hansode, currently, she was laughing up a storm as she comedically rolls around on the floor. If you weren’t committed to being a dim-witted Genki girl this probably would be quite the insult to your pride as you were getting ready for lunch. Still, this was far better than how the others handled it. Namida passed out from the shock and confusion, leaving her to be carried to the hospital bed to rest. Nekomi shared a similar laughing fit while pointing out the possible underhanded tricks that were now possible for you, much to your agitation. Ironically the most comforting one was Medaka who was oblivious to your change. It was comforting yet insulting.
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>>3988247
This is just the fucking best.
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“How long are you going to keep laughing? You have been doing it since the first period.” You ask, slowly reaching for your bag as you plan on eating lunch on the rooftop like usual.

“I’m sorry. But the contrast to what I imagined you looking like as a girl to what you actually are is just ridiculous. You look more like a Mahou Shojo girl than the drag queen I was envisioning. “ Hansode laughs, cackling deeply as she was starting to struggle with breathing. “Anyway, so how long do you think you’ll be stuck like this?”

“Don’t know. That’s why I’m hoping Maguro has a plan to undo the negative chi that’s keeping me from returning to normal. Till then, I’ll just have to keep doing what I do best like this.”

“Gee Kenichi if I didn’t know better it almost sounds like you’re happy to be stuck as the rival to the Princess. Let’s see. Going by Shojo setup, you’ll be the phantom thief that steals the hearts of men and scorn by the female populous as the devil. The plain jane average girl by day, and the mysterious cool beauty that fights evil with evil. Harnessing the despair eating demon king’s powers for the side of justice, you are Sailor Banchou. Or Sukeban to be more accurate.” Hansode says, stars forming from her pupil as she describes a rather vivid imagery of her depiction of you. You couldn’t help but imagine yourself as a sailor scout and being rescued by a tuxedo masked variant of Medaka. Ending up putting some rather conflicting emotions in your head.

“...First off you’re having way more fun with this then I thought you would. Secondly aren’t sailor scouts named after planets, moons, and stars. If anything I’d be Sailor Earth if going by your description of Tuxedo Mask. Finally...could you stop taking pictures of me?” You politely ask, closing your eyes in both embarrassment and annoyance as Hansode was taking pictures from all directions. She was getting your good side, which was apparently all of it as you walked out of the classroom.

“Silly Kenichi, these pictures aren’t for me. They’re for your new Fanclub. The wild watchdog of hell Cerberus transformed into the cute monster girl Kero-chan now serving to upstage the Princess Medaka in the battle for the most beautiful girl in school.” Hansode answers, finishing up taking enough pictures to satisfy the entirety of the school.

“...why does that sound like you’re going to be selling tickets for a showdown.” You ask, folding your arms underneath your chest and looking down at Hansode with concern.

“Don’t worry about it.” Hansode smiles. A feeling a dread start to brush against your spine, causing goosebumps to form.

>What do you do?

>Take Hansode’s advice and not worry about it as you complete your school day
>Bribe Hansode to not do anything detrimental to your image and status
>Find Medaka just to check up on her
>Go to your Fanclub and try and set things straight
>Other [write-in]
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>>3988259
>Bribe Hansode to not do anything detrimental to your image and status
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>>3988259
>>Take Hansode’s advice and not worry about it as you complete your school day
Anything else is probably too much hassle and effort. If we don't acknowledge it then it's not a problem. That's how it works.
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>>3988259
>>Find Medaka just to check up on her
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sorry qm droping for shit taste
really not liking the gender bender fetish
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>>3988274

That's fine. Thanks for playing.
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>>3988259
>Take Hansode’s advice and not worry about it as you complete your school day.
>Other [write-in]
“Well since you are here can I ask for a favor? Do you remember or heard anything about Kumagawa?” As well if she knows anything about this “Vice President“ he confused us with since I’m guessing we still don’t have a clear picture of the event that Kumagawa shortened to explain.
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>>3988259
>>Find Medaka just to check up on her
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>>3988259
>Find Medaka just to check up on her
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>>3988265
>>3988284
>>3988271
>>3988346
>>3988413

“Really? Then that’s what I’ll do then.” You smile, brushing off whatever implication Hansode gave off with her antics.

Dumbfounded by your response, Hansode was lost for words before following behind you once again. “...I’m not sure how but you managed to become more pure to the point of being dim-witted Kenichi. Even if it fits the Maho shojo imagery…”

“Well since you are here can I ask for a favor? Do you remember or heard anything about Kumagawa?” You ask.

Hansode blinks a bit, tilting her head and pressing her finger on her chin. She was giving a rather serious look, well as serious as a comic relief character like Hansode can give. “Hmm? Kumagawa? Kumagawa...let’s see. I never heard of him due to being homeschooled prior to coming to Hakoniwa Academy. But judging from your description of him, I do know of one person who comes to mind.” Quickly pulling out her phone she starts to show you a series of different articles and different schools.

“See there’s this mysterious person traveling from one high school to another for the past few years. Whenever this mysterious person shows up, just a short of a couple of months the entire school ends up undergoing a dramatic change. The most common being they shut down or the elites in charge disband due to their crippling depression. Last time I checked, I heard this mysterious figure going to Suisou Academy, Japan's foremost prestigious school. Maybe that’s this Kumagawa guy is.” Hansode explains.

Looking through all these pictures, a rather coy smile forms on your face. It was a faint feeling that Kumagawa was there but you were willing to bet on that gamble...ten billion percent. “Suisou Academy. Looks like I’ll have to pay a visit there sometime.” You grin widely, punching your fist together. “Get excited.”
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>>3988439

Before your hot bloodedness distracts you further, you quickly snap out of it to remember your other goal. “One more thing. Do you think you can do some research and dig up who the vice president of Hakobune Middle School during Kumagawa’s run as student body president is?”

“Yeah, sure I can do some digging in to discover who that person is,” Hansode says calmly, putting her phone back into her back pocket.

“Awesome, I really appreciate it Hansode!” Before Hansode could answer you quickly take a quick turn to the right, going off the path towards your usual eating spot. “Anyway I’ll meet you at the rooftop, there’s just one more thing I need to check on.” With that, you disappeared using Shinsoku


Hopping around class to class you finally manage to pick up Medaka’s presence and scent. From where you stood, it seems that she was around the Judo club. Last time you remember that’s where your senpai third-year Nekomi and second-year Kouki were currently stationed. Whatever reason there was for Medaka of all people would have to wait. Another presence was just about in position to intercept your gentleman’s stroll to the Judo club. And from what you were sensing, it seems like he wasn’t alone as the familiar scent of delinquency lingers in the air. Standing in front of you was a few dozen men, each one looking they were readying themselves for a brawl.

The biggest out of the bunch was a spikey green-haired man with matching razor-sharp teeth. Dressed in the white uniform of Hakoniwa Academy, you deduce his identity to be second year, Hisshuu Kanoya from his piercings and scars. He was the running candidate for the student council presidency a couple of months ago. He was vicious as they come for normal students. Although he was a brutally aggressive man he was also quite charismatic. He only used violence as a second resort when his silver tongue and way with words fail him which was rarely. With your memories more clear, you remember him getting defeated by Medaka and having a grudge against her during your simplified state.

“Yo, Kenichi Hakumasa. Got a minute to chat? I’ll even treat you to lunch to make up for the sudden request.” The thuggish senpai offer, having one of his men open the nearby classroom that they were stationed in.


>What do you do next?

>Humor him by listening to his offer and eating him out of his allowance Shiranui style.
>Tell him that you got a meeting with Medaka and to make it brief, standing outside.
>Ignore him and try to go to Medaka through force if you have to
>Use your charms to get these boys to let you pass
>Other [write-in]
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>>3988452
>>Tell him that you got a meeting with Medaka and to make it brief, standing outside.
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>>3988452
>Tell him that you got a meeting with Medaka and to make it brief, standing outside.
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>>3988452
>>Tell him that you got a meeting with Medaka and to make it brief, standing outside.
I may or may not be biased and just want to finish this dude's arc as quickly as possible
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>>3988452
>>Humor him by listening to his offer and eating him out of his allowance Shiranui style.
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>>3988457
>>3988460
>>3988462

“Make it short and straight to the point. I promised my friend Hansode that I’ll have lunch with them on the rooftop.” You say, turning down Hisshu’s offer to buy you lunch. As if you could stomach eating anything from the grubby money he extorted and be in debt to him. Still, you stepped inside to let him speak as the rest of his cronies follows.

“Heh, so it’s not for show. You even act like a bitch too. How cold.” Hisshu smirked, brushing off your remark as walks to the teacher’s table. Leaving you to look at him from behind with an ice-cold glare, much like your older sister’s trademark when she was upset or angry. You were going to hear him out before doing anything else. So cutting lose at ever provocations is just asking to be taken advantaged of.

“Well it’s fine, I like your straightforward attitude and bluntness. As you know I was the prized candidate. Between that monster girl Medaka, the previous president Mister Unknown, and the mysterious maverick, Saiko Mikuriya, I was the one most favored to be the next student council president. That is until I was met with an unfortunate setback by that psycho. Therefore, I devising a new strategy in the past couple of months called the Kurokami Takedown Method. ”

“Kurokami Takedown Method? I’m guessing you have your sights on me precisely to help with that plan.” You glance, keeping your arms in a fold as you sit down on a desk with your legs crossed.

“Yeah, it’s exactly what you’re implying. I’m gathering allies left and right in order to take her down. All the remaining two percent that didn’t vote for her is on my side. Well, except your precious kendo club anyway. “ Hisshu remarks, keeping his tone formal despite his blatant aggressive personality on open view. You weren’t sure if he was threatening the kendo club with that line but you weren’t going to take any chances.

“Before we continue I have to ask...is this some kind of joke to you? Don’t you see the armband on my wrist? Surely you know asking someone from the student council is a stupid idea. “You remark, showing your armband on the right forearm.

Looking at it for a bit, Hisshu eyes wonders elsewhere as it gave you a rather unwelcome vibe. Deep down you knew exactly where his eyes were focusing on. “No, this isn’t true.You’re only part-time. To me, that tells me that you haven’t fully committed to Medaka. Now it may be a hunch and I’m over-analyzing it, but you don’t look like the type that falls in line and be someone’s yes man. Otherwise, you would have a much higher title than what is essentially General Clerk, Ms. Gerneral Affairs Manager. “
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>>3988672

Soon meeting him eye to eye, you were met with a reassurance of what he was truly trying to say with his formal speech. “In summary, you came to me to try and appeal to my reasoning based on my situation. Or in your words…free me from the degrading role of being Medaka’s pet bitch rather than her equal.” You were rather blunt about the message as this back and forth dance wasn’t getting you anywhere.

“Well I wasn’t going to beat around the bush and flat out say it but you’re pretty perceptive even after becoming stuck like this. It’s exactly how you put it. You’re that psycho girl’s bitch in every shape of the word. Even physically now. The watchdog that governs the other clubs and keeps everything in order, is truthfully a martyr to those looking to get out of line. If someone like you is waiting on her hand and foot like a pet, then it shows how futile it is to rebel. Thus quelling any anti-Medaka factions without lifting a single finger.” Hisshu says, putting his hand on your shoulder to reassure and coddle you. Only it led to you glaring at him, making sure he keep himself from touching something that he especially shouldn’t. Didn’t help he was patronizing you with his provocation.

“Now now don’t look at me like that. I’m only saying what the scenario is implying. I can only imagine the things you do to release stress. Maybe your antics is a sign of that, or perhaps even a sign to use that you want to quit the student council. It must be hard putting up the demands and wants of that monstrous girl every single day. She takes advantage of you while giving nothing in return. Really I wouldn’t be surprised if she doesn’t shed a single tear if you betray and/or abandon her. Her overinflated ego won’t be affected as she continues staring from the top. “ Slowly he removes his hands from your shoulder, taking a moment to turn his body back to look all the more imposing and in thought. Soon his arms rise in the air to further sell his conviction as your self-proclaimed savor.
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>>3988674

“But I’m different. I look out for my underlings and make sure they’re compensated for their hard work. People should be acknowledged and rewarded for their hard work, diligence, and loyalty. Therefore, you should side with me. Together we can work towards defeating Medaka Kurokami the only way a monster like the president knows how. Through force. It’s how she stole the student council position anyway. It’s only fair that I should remove her from her position through the same method.”Hisshu smiles, turning his body back to you, finger-pointing at your chest. Sure he was referring to your heart but you also feel like it was something unwelcoming for you.

“So what do you say? Ready to reak havoc with me?” Hisshu said.

>Reject his offer but try to reform these lowlives through words Bancho style
>Challenge Hisshuu and co in a direct battle of strengths and prove to them why they can’t beat Medaka
>Ignore them and let Medaka handle this
>Steal one of Medaka’s fortes and use them against Hisshuu
>Other [write-in]
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>>3988675
>Challenge Hisshuu and co in a direct battle of strengths and prove to them why they can’t beat Medaka
>After proving your strength to them, reform these low-lives with your words Bancho style
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>>3988675
>>Reject his offer but try to reform these lowlives through words Bancho style
Is stealing Medaka's fortes using Proof of One's Worth? I think I like it better our way.
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>>3988677
Supporting
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>>3988680

It is. But the transformations also counts.
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>>3988675
>Reject his offer but try to reform these lowlives through words Bancho style
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Transfer student from Suisou Academy, the mysterious maverick, Saiko Mikuriya
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>>3988677
>>3988680
>>3988682
>>3988686

Since these are deeply intertwined with one another, we're going to do them both. So start giving me those rolls.
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Rolled 61 (1d100)

>>3988690
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>>3988690
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>>3988690

From the looks of it, you can tell that Hisshu was finally done talking. All he was concern now was waiting for a response from you, despite being very confident in how you’ll respond. With a blank stare on your face, you start to use your pinky finger. Slowly but efficiently you clean out each of your ears while giving a calm yet disinteresting expression. Soon enough you blow on your finger, blowing away the earwax in your ears. Briefly, there was a look of serenity and tranquility on your face. As quickly as it came, that uplifting feeling disappears instantly as you return to addressing what you just sat down listening to.

“What a shame. I thought I was misinterpreting what I was listening to due to earwax. But no matter how clean my ears are, I still can’t see it any other way.” You say, tilting your head sideways to look at Hisshu. There was just no fucks given with how stonecold your standoffish attitude comes off.

“Man, the amount of sheer utter bullshit I been hearing you spouting for the past five to fifteen minutes could put Buddha into a bad mood. Not sure about the exact minute though. I kind of lost track after contemplating the option of busting my eardrums and gouging my eyes since I can read movements, including lips. You have a stunning future in politics if you were willing to clean up your act and dream something more inspiring than just downright sad.” You bluntly spoke, blowing your fingers again just to be sure you cleaned off the remains.


Turning your eyes from Hisshuu, you shift your attention to his henchmen. Like the aggressive caveman they called their leader, they were being off-put by how calmly you were handling the situation. “But the real disappointing factor is the fact you believe that a little group of misfits and mavericks will be enough to get the jump on the so-called monster Medaka Kurokami. She most likely won’t dodge what you thrash her with, but if this the best you can offer then you’re just giving her a message. Not to mention you don’t even know the rest of the beasts lurking in this school. “
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>>3988747

Seeing that the cronies were silence and dumbfounded by your talk about beast, you could only sigh in response. Having to spell it out to them was a chore but you were someone who was good to fellow delinquents, misfits and troublemakers. “Take the Public Morals Committee. On the off chance and by the way, I’m being generous with this hypothetical scenario. On the off chance, you actually manage to take out Medaka with this ambush. Do you really believe the Public Moral committee will stand by and do nothing as you take over? “ You ask, glancing back at Hisshuu who strangely keeping himself quiet. But his smile was slowly turning into a scowl.

“Honestly it’s pretty funny how you forgot to take in the fact the real reason why Medaka stopped you all those months ago. It was to save your butt from being assaulted by the enforcers. Now I might just be a run of the mile former bancho, but from what I been hearing they’re efficient in crushing rulebreakers and delinquents. Unless you’re the real deal and a veteran at that, you’re not even going to make a dent on their cuffs. And then there’s the Election Management Committee, those crafty ninjas people serves as the eyes in the dark. While I don’t think they’ll stop you from challenging Medaka but you best be ready to undergo a trip into hell.” You spoke confidently, waggling your finger while intimidating the cronies. It’s at this point you feel the need to thank Hansode later for your bountiful knowledge of Hakoniwa Academy and how it operates.

Compare to the thugs you fought in middle school or even your Kendo club, in the beginning, Hisshuu’s crew feels so underwhelming by comparison. The only thing they had was numbers and nothing more. Letting out a soft sigh, you turn back to glance at Hisshuu before looking at the crowd. “Or perhaps you forget that this used to be an ancient cram school known as Kurobako? Life and Death Battles were commonplace and fought for much lesser reasons than the seat of student council president. Compared to that this so-called rebellion is nothing more than a child throwing a tantrum. Take from someone who used to fight Medaka every single day when we were young. Unless you’re willing to put your life through hell every single day and risk it through battles, you won’t even come to even making a scratch on her body.”

“But I’m not heartless. Being a former bancho I know exactly what guys like you think. So I’ll just part with this knowledge and let you stew it over the possibility of teaching you how to be a better spokesperson-” Before you can finish trying to convert the hoodlums, Hisshuu shows his true colors by smacking you with the spiked nail bat. Hitting with enough force to destroy a desk with a single swing, Steam starts to form from the friction of the blow as it was enough to flinch if only slightly.
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>>3988750

“It’s such a shame, but you really are a haughty bitch. Well, I considered the possibility that you wouldn’t come to reason. But taking you out will improve my credit and make even those boogiemen you try to scare me with back off as I send a message to Medaka.” Hishuu declares, finally showing a face worthy of the build-up rage and aggression from being talked down by a woman of all things.

Despite having a wooden bat shoved with needles slammed into your head, you strangely remain calm and composed. Perhaps unlike dealing with actual fighters or the supernatural, you were dealing with run of the mill thugs no different from the average joe. How long has it been since you were hit with such a barbaric makeshift weapon? Compared to Kumagawa’s screws this was no different than a bug bite. The sheer lubricious was enough to actually force you into a giggling fit as you reach for Hisshuu’s hand. Giving a rather sadistic grin, you gently apply enough pressure to force him to let go and reel back in pain.

“I tried to be nice and explain to you point for point why your plan makes no sense and make you aware of your shortcomings. That if you want a true victory you should try again next year and run a proper election. Use that time to build your credit, improve yourself and become a better person. But really I was holding back the urge to give Hansode the chance to make another nickname for me. Not to mention this is the first time I fought as the opposite sex. So I’m not really sure if I can hold back.” As you say this you pull off the makeshift weapon on your head, only some light bleeding comes out from being smacked by such a weapon. Of course, it only adds to your intimidating factor as you didn’t flinch one bit from the experience.

Blood starts to slide across your face, marking your face as you admit a rather coy smile. “But it seems like you are delinquents after all and can’t be reason through just words. I have been rather curious now that my mind is no longer as foggy as before on whether or not how effective I am in fighting form. So come to me. I’ll prove it to you through this body of mine just how ineffective you are to defeating Medaka Kurokami. And I’ll shape you up into proper delinquents while I’m at it. ” You smile, taking a stance as you ready yourself to fight.

>Roll a d100 to see how well this fight+conversion goes. You can still give suggestions for actions.
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Rolled 39 (1d100)

>>3988751
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Rolled 19 (1d100)

>>3988751
No idea on what to say, but I tentatively want to take it somewhat easy and ramp up, just to ensure we don't flat out destroy them due to being in an unfamiliar body.
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Rolled 35 (1d100)

>>3988751
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>>3988753
>>3988754
>>3988758
At this rate we'll get Bookmaker'd again.
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>>3988751
If we're worried about dealing too much damage, we can first test our speed by just running around. Once we know we're faster, we have full control of the situation. We can talk them down afterwards as well.

We know exactly how painful it is to lose to Medaka and the bitter feelings it brings up but we know better than anyone what Medaka is like. Her standards are stupidly high, but if she didn't think we were capable of being on her level, she wouldn't have invited us to the student council. Of which we are only General Affairs because of our own fault in dividing our obligations between Kendo and council work. She took that into consideration just like she takes damn near everything and everyone into consideration. Medaka's a good person. We've spent too much time ourselves trying to beat her and it's both pointless and wrong. For all that she's a monster with enough strength to tear the school apart, she's also just a teenage girl. She needs someone to stand by her side and just be there for her. It took us a while to realize it but that's our job. And we'd always step in to help our friend, just like now. Shouldn't a gang of hot-blooded delinquents know that feeling of camaraderie? Go full bancho and express all that entirely through fists.

>>3988759
Fortunately these guys are even more Normal than the Kendo Club guys, so it should be fine for now. I'm sure it'll get better anyway, it's probably just us not being used to having oppai flopping around with every movement.
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>>3988753
>>3988754
>>3988758

Well, this can only do well to your public image since the point of the roles was to hold back. Medaka is a bad influence. But since it's Christmas, or whatever you celebrate, I'm willing to give you a reroll here or let you save it for something important. Either is fine with me.

>>3988818

trips of truth
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>>3989242
Meh, if we get in trouble we can just say that we took the necessary measures to prevent a rebellion against the student council. I think we should save the reroll opportunity.
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>>3989242
Save it
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>>3989242
I pass.
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>>3989242

Not taking your provocations kindly, especially as a taste of their own medicine the thugs start to surround you from all sides. Compared to your normal five foot and eleven inches, this body was barely only taller than Medaka with its five foot and seven inches stature. Shorter than Misogi Kumagawa who represents the average as he’s five foot and nine inches. So being surrounded with people noticeably taller than yourself was a tense moment. Yet simultaneously it was quite exhilarating as you think back to your middle school days. Despite maturing since then, there's still some parts of you that got excited at fighting so many enemies back to back. That and back then you were a manlet until your recent growth spurt.

You couldn’t hide your excitement as you catch one of the metal bats with your teeth. Compared to Kumagawa’s screws these metal tools and spiked devices were as dull as a butter knife. Even so, you gripped tightly on the bat, forming cracks on it as you let them hit you multiple times with their weapons. Not only was it to gauge their threat level, putting up a convincing example compared to the real Medaka, and most of all to temper your growing excitement. Though after taking countless thrashing from all sides, you easily concluded that you can stand there for hours and they would never come close to making a dent in you. Your body was too dense to break through and recover far faster than they can inflict injury.

Moving with a spring in your step you start to gracefully dodge and outmaneuver the swings Hisshuu’s men made. At the same time, you were leaving cracks on the ground each time you utilize your fancy footwork. Keeping your eye close to how you were putting more raw leg strength you try to dial it down by turning at the last second to have those blows slide off. An act that met with a swift smack in degrading places in between your dodges. Of course, it didn’t hurt but it was far more embarrassing considering normally you didn’t have such extra baggage to consider in these equations. Never in your life did you have to consider being too thick and toned with this full-figured body to avoid getting hit. At least it made tanking far easier.

Honestly if it wasn’t due to the first stage of Mushin, Shitsui Taizen, you be far more prone to pulling a Medaka and going overboard by triggering Diabolus Mode. You wanted to defeat them and communicate with them like you did with the Kendo club, not completely and utterly demolish them with the terrifying might of a tyrant demon. Still, you were wasting far too much time with this assessment of your altered physical prowess. You made a promise to Hansode and you were going to keep it. Closing your eyes, you remain motionless as the thugs surrounded you once again.
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>>3989387

Taking a deep breath, you channel your life energy throughout the body. Like the Total Concentration Breathing of Demon Slayer and the Way of Hamon from Jojo, you proceed to control your body and regulate your muscle strength. Timing your motions to the rhythm of your opponents, you start to flow like a river. Like Tanjiro’s third water style, you manage to split yourself into after images with your fluid motions. Without anyone being the wiser you manage to slip into their blind spots, striking them with what you consider to be love taps and disappear before they even knew what happened.

Finishing off with Hisshuu personally, you now stood on the other side of the classroom. Eyes still closed as you rise from your stance. “Kenichi Hakuma’s Bancho style fortes otherwise called True values of the Devil’s Advocate. Number 1# Common Sense and… Number #2 Clashing Chatting/Talking Technique. When one speaks from the heart, they don’t need words to transfer their feelings. Just one’s action is enough to communicate, though I like transmitting feelings and receiving through them fists. I don’t think I need to explain the first. “ You explain, slowly opening up your eyes.


“Anyway, be thankful I didn’t use Numbers #3 and/or #4. I make it my policy to not bully the weak. And using anything more than 10% of my strength would be cruel-” As you lecture Hisshuu and the gang you turn around to see that the classroom was trashed beyond recognition.

Like the aftereffects of a raging typhoon, there were destroyed desks, broken windows, beaten and battered internal structures and scars around the chalkboard. As for Hisshu and his men, they were currently lying on the ground knocked out. Each one of them had numerous wounds on their bodies in the form of broken bones and lacerations. Hisshuu himself was sticking in the roof of the ceiling from your swift kick to the jaw earlier. It seems that you didn’t nearly hold back as much as you intended.

“W-Wha...WHAT THE HELL?!?!?!”You scream, panicking over the sorry state of both the classroom and the people inside of it. Quickly you rush over to one of the unconscious thugs and try to wake him up through slapping him on his face. “COME ON SPEAK TO ME! I KNOW YOU GUYS WERE WEAK BUT I DIDN’T THINK I’D DEMOLISH YOU PUNKS LIKE GINGERBREAD CRACKERS!!”
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>>3989400

“Ugghhh…” The pink-haired thug spoke before getting knocked further out from your slaps as you gave a dreadful stare.

“DAMN IT DAMN IT DAMN IT!!! This is the kind of stuff I try keeping Medaka from doing with her monstrous strength. Compared to the current Medaka my herculean physique is several times worse since it’s at her optimized stage mixed with my own. Aaargh!!” You scream, scratching your head in frustration over your deed. Staring down at your chest, you feel yourself getting angrier as your hair turns azure, signifying your change into Diabolus Mode.

“Doesn’t help that fighting like this is a new experience for me! Seriously how the hell do female fighters manage to not upset with assets like these getting in the way!” You ranted, groping the affected area out of annoyance since they kept getting in the way. As you grow newfound sympathy and understanding to the handicap of female fighters, you start to pick up the sounds of countless people coming into the room.

>What do you do?

>Just run for now and try to lay low until school is over
>Meet the crowd and try to explain yourself in a polite and understanding manner
>Just walk outside and ignore them as you play the oblivious joke character
>Other [write-in]

If you know the red oni, blue oni mythology, it perfectly explains why your hair is blue
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>>3989408
>>Meet the crowd and try to explain yourself in a polite and understanding manner
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>>3989408
>Quickly explain the situation by transmitting your feelings through your fis-
Okay probably not a good idea, let's just try to calm ourselves down first and then
>Meet the crowd and try to explain yourself in a polite and understanding manner
Playing the character may have worked in just the everyday situation but probably not when we're leaving people halfway up the ceiling
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>>3989387
>your normal five foot and eleven inches
>king of manlets
HOW WILL KENICHI EVER RECOVER
>>3989408
>Meet the crowd and try to explain yourself in a polite and understanding manner
I-it'll work out, right?
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>>3989427

He's 15, he's fine since there's still time to grow. Now 11-14 Kenichi was 4'8-5'0. A true manlet king like Asta and Ed.
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>>3989410
>>3989426
>>3989427

If you want to leave it a chance then I'll get to writing. If you want to bet on your superhuman charisma, then give me a d100
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Rolled 6 (1d100)

>>3989445
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Rolled 71 (1d100)

>>3989445
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Rolled 52 (1d100)

>>3989445
Ah fuck. Nothing to see here folks!
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Rolled 87 (1d100)

>>3989445
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>>3989445
>>3989453
Well this shouldn't be so bad
>>3989468
reeeeeeeeeeeeee
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>>3989445

Breaking from your self-imposed rant your eyes glance out to the hall towards the impending students. Things weren’t looking good as you begin to carefully observe the situation. There was only a small window of time before the students from the other classes appear. So the option to make a conclusive plan of action was slim. Considering the situation was rather unfavorable for you, the simple solution was to just run out the window and flee. On the other hand, when taking into account that you did such a stunt prior would only bring further misfortune and unwanted attention to your already unorthodox reputation. Running away only makes one guilty in this scenario.

As a former bancho, you never run without a good reason, to do so would shame your father’s side. Actually, you were feeling rather upset at the consideration. Why should you run with your tail between your legs? Hisshuu and his thugs were the ones in the wrong. Sure you retaliated far more than you would’ve liked but at the end of the day, this was an act of self-defense. Perhaps your duty as general affairs manager to tackle problems like this. Surely the students that were coming in would understand your position to quell unwanted violence. The fact you’re only part-time was irrelevant, responsibility needs to be taken, like a true man.

Walking out of the room, you turn to meet with the row of students. Almost immediately you were bombarded with lots of questions to the loud thrashing and quaking vibration. Although you can’t fault them for their curiosity and concerns, you didn’t want to disclose the whole truth. Therefore, you start to politely and firmly put their minds at ease. Using your social skills you were able to convenience the students that you were merely instructing Hisshuu and his men. Going as far as to say you were helping Hisshuu through a more….direct approach. Demonstrations were out of the window as you couldn’t use number two of your forte through direct contact.
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>>3989633

Even so, it was effective through body gestures and emitting empathy through your words. Like a harmonizing melody, your words and action resonated with the students, causing some sort of state of tranquility. Essentially giving them peace of mind, the students around you simply accepted your reasonable explanation and common sense. Practically channeling an aura of understanding wholesomeness like Tanjiro Kamado, you feel the growing tension from earlier fading away. Leaving you to take a sigh in relief at avoiding what could’ve been a troublesome confrontation with the Public Morals Committee.

That said, things went rather too well as you feel your “Fanclub” growing bigger. With your apologetic and humble nature, the boys naturally only found you cuter. At this point worshiping you as the ideal Yamato Nadeshiko although modernized with the strong woman trope. As for the girls, they ended up admiring you further. Some were even entranced by how “manly” you came off despite appearing the exact opposite. You start to sweat bullets before requesting people to call the nurse and construction crew before leaving to meet with Hansode. This whole transformed state was starting to be quite the unfortunate ordeal. Damn Bookmaker.
>What do you do after school?

>Go find Medaka and find out exactly what she’s been up to
>Head back to the Ghost Babel and undergo Maguro’s analysis
>Go home and rest for now
>Recall a previously suppressed memory and use your senses to find ????
>Other [write-in]
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>>3989634
>Head back to the Ghost Babel and undergo Maguro’s analysis
As much as I want the mystery box, we should get Maguro's input on the Bookmaker problem before we try anything with our memories.
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>>3989634
>Head back to the Ghost Babel and undergo Maguro’s analysis
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>>3989634
>>Go find Medaka and find out exactly what she’s been up to
Medaka needs some screen time!
Afterwards, we'll go to Maguro's.
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>>3989656
Supporting
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>>3989634
>>Go find Medaka and find out exactly what she’s been up to
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>>3989634

>Go find Medaka and find out exactly what she’s been up to

You know, why not?
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>>3989656
>>3989692
>>3989739
>>3989833

Taking a deep breath to calm down, you feel your apprehension fading away, no longer in a state of tranquil fury, the azure-colored hair recedes and returns to the dark brown shade. Eyes no longer scarlet and your aura returning to normal. Whatever lingering sensation coursing through your body was now dormant once again. That superhuman charisma finally taking a break from influencing your life actions. Although you weren’t able to see yourself, it didn’t take away the fact you can feel the changes inside. Ever since your fight with Hitomi and uncovering a large portion of your memories, it has become a more recurring Delima. Very concerning.

Whether or not this was a good thing remains to be seen. In any case, the rest of your day went more or less without any issue. Just the average everyday school life. Aside from the obvious elephant in the room that is this form, it was rather mundane normality for class 1-1. Not that you really complained about the normalcy. It was oddly refreshing, serving as a break from the madness that claims your everyday life. Yet if it was no longer applicable then the crushing weight of normality would have quite a different effect on you. An inner sense of yearning for adventure and freedom to find something more to balance out this normal world. And that was the abnormal conundrum.

Once school was over you made your way to the student council office. You still needed to fix the window that you broke as well as get back to finish restoring the empty classroom. No matter what the reason, it was rather disrespectful to destroy property. As well it was a disrespect to the manly bout between souls to leave such scenery unintended. Ironically because of your latest stunt, you ended up with the nickname “Typhoon Temptress” much to your growing dissatisfaction. Putting responsibilities aside, there was still the fact that you haven’t really seen Medaka since the morning. Sure she took your current body quite well, almost too well. And that’s the problem.

“Medaka I’m here.” You announce, reaching for the doorknob before letting yourself right inside.

“Oh hey, Kenichi! Perfect timing, there’s a request for our assistance in the Judo club. Hurry up and get ready, we’re paying them a visit today~” Medaka smile, turning towards you as she thrusts her arm out, holding on to the judo costume. To your unfortunate eyes, you see Medaka once again stripping.
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>>3990390

Closing your eyes and taking a content smile, you lock the door behind you. Followed by you calmly tread your way to the curtains. Quickly closing them you move to make sure any other possible grievance was taken care of before turning on the lights. After all of that, you turned your back at Medaka, giving you time to muster up your feelings. It was taking all your strength to not collapse to your knees. To think there was a time where you would spill blood out of your nose from seeing such a flawless body. But repetition did well to build up your soul’s strength. Once you gather your thoughts, you turn back to Medaka with a carefree smile, devil-like teeth included.

“ARE YOU AN IDIOT?! YOU’RE AN IDIOT AREN’T YOU?1 HOW HARD IS IT TO FOLLOW SUCH SIMPLE INSTRUCTION!! LOCK THE DOOR, CLOSE THE CURTAINS, SHOW SOME MODESTY! HOW MANY TIMES MUST I TEACH YOU THIS LESSON MEDAKA!” You scream, poking your fingers into Medaka rapidly in irritation. Making sure to not hit any lewd spots for obvious reasons.

“I don’t understand.”Medaka stares blankly in confusion, her cowlick wiggling around like a sentient being. As she ponders, Medaka soon exposes herself further by taking her martial arts gi jacket otherwise called the uwagi further back. “Why should I have any qualms about showing off my finely toned body? Especially to my longtime childhood partner.”

“Now you’re sounding like an exhibitionist!” You scream, the blush on your face worsening thanks to the implications that Medaka was throwing at you.

“But you’re a woman currently. So you shouldn’t feel all that embarrassed…” Medaka pauses for a moment, all to build up a dramatic pose as she transition to hugging you. “...That is if I was from the viewpoint of a regular person. But this Medaka Kurokami knows better. Kenichi, you transcended the concept of genders and remain the same Ken-chan I always known.”

“...Thank you for that. But for some reason, those words of encouragement strangely is pissing me off.” You smile, anger marks forming on the side of your cheek, symbolizing your pent up rage.
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>>3990393

>What do you do next?

>Calm down with Shitsui Taizen/Diabolus Mode and follow Medaka to the Judo Club
>Ask for five minutes to yourself for stress release through punching a boxing bag
>Let Medaka handle this and go back to the Ghost Babel
>Other [write-in]
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>>3990397
>>Calm down with Shitsui Taizen/Diabolus Mode and follow Medaka to the Judo Club
If not, we can always blow up at the judo people.
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>>3990397
>>Calm down with Shitsui Taizen/Diabolus Mode and follow Medaka to the Judo Club
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>>3990397
>>Calm down with Shitsui Taizen/Diabolus Mode and follow Medaka to the Judo Club
It'll be more experience with the mode which is always good. I like that we're able to do it so casually.
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>>3990405

Life and death ordeals combined with personal growth and experience can have that effect. A trade-off for your lack of self-control with your overwhelming strength.
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>>3990397

>Calm down with Shitsui Taizen/Diabolus Mode and follow Medaka to the Judo Club
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>>3990397
>Calm down with Shitsui Taizen/Diabolus Mode and follow Medaka to the Judo Club
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>>3990399
>>3990400
>>3990405
>>3990427
>>3990456

There were so many things wrong about this scenario as you feel Medaka’s ample bosom pressing against your own. Rattled by this you considered the possibility in comedic fashion to do something akin to Gohan’s Ryūshōken or Soaring Dragon Strike via punching Medaka in the gut and following up with a rising uppercut to the chin. But you couldn’t blame Medaka for being herself. She was the only one who was treating your situation with the care and tact needed by seeing you as the same. It would be wrong to take out your frustrations on Medaka like the violent tsundere in this situation.

Slowly taking another deep breath, you start to quell the violent impulses inside of you. Remembering the principle of Shitsui Taizen, your reddish-brown hair starts to dye itself into the azure blue shade from before. Eyes lustering with your flowing chi as an invisible aura of serenity flows throughout your body. Tempering the once burning rage, a cool fire now resides inside of you, muscles start to relax and relieve the body of its pent up tension. Soon you were as calm as a pool of water. Resuming your current stance, you pull Medaka from you softly before smiling at her.

“So you said that we’re heading to the Judo club right? I take it has to do with the next suggestion.” You ask, slowly walking over to the suggestion box to see the letter. Medaka briefly stares at your sudden change in hair before brushing it off.

“Yes. Their captain, Ms. Nabeshima the third year, summited a request to the suggestion box. “ Medaka says, watching you read the letter as she goes back to putting on her Judo attire from the changing room.

As you read the letter, your face starts to sweat to the looming threat now in your life. Thus you begin to start to act ignorant and dimwitted. “Nekomi-senpai from Team Special right? The famous one they call the Judo Trickster? She’s their captain?”

“The very same. However, she will be stepping down very soon. And she’d like us to help her select a successor to the Judo Club.” Medaka reassures your questions, putting you to silence as she finishes changing.

“Well, in any case, I already paid a visit to Ms. Nabeshima and already came up with a sure fired way to assess the current Judo Club promptly. So we shouldn’t keep them waiting. Especially since the Judo Club has a familiar face.” Medaka smiles, putting her hand on your shoulder
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>>3990483

“The Judo Prince…” You mutter, feeling that sense of anxiety worsen inside. Despite that, you remained rather calm about the entire ordeal. Almost eerily as you turn to look at yourself in the mirror.

Looking at this transformed state momentarily shook your nerves as you commit to memory. This was tremendously different than your realistic take on a super mode called Artificial God Mode, Model Kenichi, the prequel to this current form known as Diabolus Mode. You start to get deja vu as you resemble a similar yet different aspect to the overwhelming ferocity that is Medaka’s War God Mode. There was something more gentle about it, if not colder by comparison. For now, you decide to remain in this form to get a better feel for it.

Through a casually stroll you and Medaka made your way to the Judo club. Much to your dismay, Medaka brought along a separate change of clothing for you just in case. After what happened to Hisshuu and the others, you weren’t really sure if you want to do any fighting. Not when you can’t control your newfound strength. Bringing this up to Medaka, she recommends you go back to basics. Considering that there were plenty of martial arts clubs that need inspecting, it gives the perfect chance to manage your strength while doing your job. You took it to consider as the both of you step inside.

“Hey, hey, hey~ Welcome to our dojo Ms. President. I’m so glad that you can come to our aid and join us.” Nekomi cheerfully says, greeting the two of you with a friendly handshake.

“The pleasure is all mine Ms. Nabeshima. To think we get the chance to work with the prestigious Judo Captain and help her in her time of need. We shall render any sort of assistance we can to complete your request to the best of our abilities.” Medaka retorts, taking a soft yet firm grip on Nekomi’s hand. To which you didn’t offer your hand out of your own concerns, instead you walk over to the side after bowing to Nekomi and leaning against the wall.

“Now, now. It’s more accurate to refer to me as former Judo Captain, I’m stepping down remember. I’m only Captain in name only. Thus, I have been having a really hard time finding a successor.”Nekomi smiles, shaking Medaka’s hand and using her other hand to wave away Medaka’s politeness at “But yep, yep. I’m counting on you, Kurokami-chan.”

“Oh, right! Before I forget, firstly there’s someone I have to introduce you to. Someone on our team personally wants to say hello and show their gratitude towards you.” Nekomi recalls, letting go of Medaka’s hand before turning towards the teal-colored door that leads to the locker room. “Hey, you’re up Akune!” Nekomi shouts.
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>>3990520

Stepping out from the locker room was a stunning individual of, Wavy blond hair, a stunning complexion, enchanting chocolate eyes, chiseled abs, and manly pecks in open view, the judo prince standing in front of you was a walking hunk of manliness and bishonen beauty. In perfect harmony too, much to your conflicting feelings. This soft and smooth presence was far from the contrast from the jagged and wild sensation that the former envoy of destruction carries. A man who you call a worthy rival and a close best friend in your youth. That didn’t stop him from poking fun of your smaller size from time to time. But that was then and this was now. As you look at Kouki, you start to uncontrollably blush as you feel the radiant feelings in his heart flow towards you.

You turned your eyes away from Kouki. You weren’t sure why but the former destroyer’s admiration and confidence were swaying you over. Your heart starts throbbing, making you feel more impressionable. Still, you listen on to the conversation between Medaka and Kouki as they reminisce about the old times. Like a lost puppy finding their owner, Kouki was showing his strong devotion to Medaka as he dazzles brightly. To which Medaka merely counters with her overwhelming presence via grabbing the kneeling Judo Prince by the head and telling him to stand up with his chest out for the world to see.

You lament over the advice as it made you feel rather anxious over Medaka being a bad influence and possibly converting someone else into her exhibitionist mindset. Didn’t help that Kouki was a deep fan of Elvis Presley.

“Yo, Kenichi it’s been quite a long while since we last talked.” Nekomi chimes in, looking at your embarrassed pout with an eccentric cat-like grin. “My, you really have changed since then. You’re much cuter than before. Did you do something with your hair?”

“It was only a week Nekomi. And please don’t make jokes.” You remark, folding your arms as your chests rests upon your arms. Suppressing your embarrassment you adopted the tsundere face turn poker face, an effective strategy in hiding your feelings.

“Right, right. It’s really strange seeing you like this. It’s like one of those magic tricks where one can pick up on someone’s empathy and transform into someone else. Anyway, I heard all about your little accident earlier. It’s a good thing you’re not trying to keep a low profile from your middle school days. Cause I think with this you destroyed that chance from happening.” Nekomi teases with her trademark chuckling.
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>>3990532

“Shut up.” You growl, adverting your eyes as you picture the grinning face from Nekomi. Oddly enough you and Nekomi were taking a page from Food Wars with Soma Yukihira and Erina Nakiri for slapstick.

>What do you do next?

>Help Medaka by watching her evaluate the Judo club members and analyzing their skills
>Take charge and be the one to test the Judo club members personally
>Break out of your sulking mood and ask your sempai Nekomi for help with control
>Keep to your self and take a nap instead
>Other [write-in]
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>>3990535
>Break out of your sulking mood and ask your sempai Nekomi for help with control
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>>3990535
>Help Medaka by watching her evaluate the Judo club members and analyzing their skills
We should ask Nekomi for help only after we've helped her. We're on the job right now. And after our performance with the delinquents... probably not the best idea to test them personally.
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>>3990535
>>Help Medaka by watching her evaluate the Judo club members and analyzing their skills
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>>3990535
>>Break out of your sulking mood and ask your sempai Nekomi for help with control
Ha, not even Kenichi is immune to the chad aura of the Pussy Destroyer.
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>>3990535
>Break out of your sulking mood and ask your sempai Nekomi for help with control
HALP US MAGURO
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>>3990555

“Anyway, why are you looking for a replacement so soon? You got until the remainder of the year before you graduate.” You ask, keeping a close eye on Medaka as finish talking with Kouki and facing the applicants.

From what you can tell she was already hard at work looking for someone to be a successor. Starting with the vice-captain himself Betsuhei Jounan, he charges forward to grab Medaka. Of course, you can tell just from his intent alone that he was about to try and do something perverted. Had it been you out there, chances are you’d lose control of your output and hospitalize him just from one squeeze. That’s why you decided to let Medaka handle it as she easily slams Betsuhei without lifting a finger. She did hold a solid red belt in judo after all. Compared to you, you were 7th dan/3rd kyu in martial arts in terms of skills, so your belt while red it was also white, it didn’t put you on the same status to the 9th dan/pre-1st kyu. Though even she doesn’t compare tot he grandmaster 10+th dan/1st Kyu that was your mother Hitomi.

“Yeah but I like to use this time to properly train and hone my successor into a spitting image worthy to inherit the title of Judo Captain. It’ll do the school terrible if I just put it off till the last moment and rush out training. Surely someone of your status knows the value of patience and doing things the right way. Ms. Martial Artist Otaku.” Nekomi tease, waving her finger to every vowel in her description of you.

“When you put it like that….” You mutter, turning from watching Medaka back towards having a conversation with Nekomi. Thinking back you recall the mischevious Nekomi offering you a hand during your first year in middle school. The more you think about it, the more the memories start flooding back as you remember having a relationship with Nekomi like Kenshin Himura and his master Hiko Seijūrō. Just thinking about forgetting such an important detail made you ashamed of yourself. ”Forget I said anything. Aargh! Man, even now you always find a way to pull the rug off my feet and drop me on my butt. You really haven’t changed since middle school Nekomi...sensei.”

Nekomi blinks in surprise, catching the cat-like charm completely off guard. She ends up turning a bit to rub something out of her eye. But you felt the emotion of tearjerking euphoria. “Oh, so you really do remember that now. That makes me very happy Ken-chan~ If only you could remember sooner, then you could’ve kept your promise to me and be my successor.” Nekomi grins, patting you on the back repetitively out of playful pettiness.
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>>3990632

“It couldn’t be helped! Kuwagawa….” You pause, reflecting deeply on what you were about to say. A serious yet somber look on your face starts to appear as you reflect on your shortcomings. Kumagawa may be the symptom but it was your actions that were the cause for your downfall. “No, you’re right. I’m sorry. My stubborn prideful took me down a path of arrogance and frustration, and as a result, I ended up losing track of myself. But I’m making strives back to being true to myself and no longer losing my way. So I’m deeply sorry for my foolishness. But...”
As you reflect on your actions, the memories of your kendo club comes to mind. The grinning
Kyousai Usa, the crafty Nengi Nakatsu, the cool and level headed chuunibyou Konkei Yufuin, the aloof and polite Mokuyou Tosu, the foulmouth hothead Mari Imari, the wise and soft-spoken Zen Ureshino, the energetic and battle happy Seijaku Ibusuki, the boisterous and prideful former boss Mahibi Moji, the two-faced Habataki Hyūga, the coy and reserved Namida Nīmaiyā. But there was more than just those people. There were also the relationships you built from the clients during your time as student council, your friendship with Hansode Shiranui, and standing at the top was Medaka herself. Shining brighter than all of them, she was also the loneliest.

“Even now I can’t be your successor. I have the Kendo club to look after...and I made a promise to Maguro that I’ll look after Medaka. “ You answer, finally coming to terms with your memories. Though another question slowly begins to churn in your head. Why Kouki, Kuromi, and Maguro kept their distance from you all this time?

“Forgive me Nekomi-senpai.” After saying this, you got down on your knees and give a traditional bow, dropping your head to the ground with enough force to leave a serious mark on the floor. “I know this is also imprudent to add on to this but I need your help. Ever since I remembered more of my past and ended up stuck in this form. I’m having an exceptionally hard time controlling my power output. As well as…” You didn’t want to say it but your tsundere like expression was implying how humiliating it is being unable to fight properly as a girl.
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>>3990653

>>3990653

“Alright~ you’re forgiven. But in exchange for not being able to take my place as my successor and requiring my help to deal with your new problem, you’ll have to devote yourself to take all of my knowledge and complete your training. I won’t settle with just teaching you just a few things from Judo. I desire to pour everything I know about Judoka, even the ancient rules, and arts that I perfected thanks to your mother’s assistance." Nekomi states, putting her hand on her hips as an act of pride before kneeling at you. "After all, correct me if I’m wrong but your family’s school the Tōhō Fuhai-Ryu’s manta is anything goes. That’s why they take what works and incorporate it into their ever-evolving mixed martial arts style refine what doesn’t until it does.” Nekomi subtly points out, smugly waggling her finger at you.

>What do you do?

>Accept the terms and thank Nekomi
>Ask for some time to think on it and focus on making amends with Kouki
>Pull a Tsundere move and be condescending to Nekomi for bullying you
>Other [write-in]
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>>3990658
>Accept the terms and thank Nekomi
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>>3990658
>>Accept the terms and thank Nekomi
We really should actually talk with Akune too though, we didn't even say a word to each other.
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>>3990658
>Accept the terms and thank Nekomi
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>>3990658
>>Accept the terms and thank Nekomi
Thinking back at every time we get the "Wat do this week" prompt, it seems like we really have plenty of free time in our hands.
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>>3990667

“I’d prefer it if you didn’t use my family’s unorthodox way to your advantage. “ You sigh, frowning at Nekomi for using your family’s status and mantra to her advantage. “But I accept the terms. I look forward to working with you again...Nekomi-Sensei.”

“Kukukukuku. It has been far too long since you called me that. But don’t think I’ll be light. We have to make up for lost time, so I’ll be quite thorough in teaching you, Kenichi.” Nekomi says, petting you on the head. Acknowledging her students and underclassmen simultaneously.

“Sound good. Nothing ventured nothing gained, that’s my second motto.” You answer, getting off from the ground, rubbing the small bruise on your forehead.

“You have started getting your memories back. What’s next, Hard work always pays off?” Nekomi chimes, putting her arms behind her hand with a whistle.

“Because it never betrays you. Man, I was cheesy when I was younger. But I don’t dislike that earnestly.” You laugh, recalling how your old self was an old shonen protagonist turned delinquent. That part of you you continue to admire, keeping yourself balanced rather swinging to one extreme. Looking up the ceiling with a confident smile, you place your hands on your hips and take a confident pose. “Anyway, I need to talk with Kouki. I need to apologize to him as well for the burden I left upon him.”

“And what exactly would that be?” Shocking you from behind was Kouki, breaking from his silence as he made his way to you. “Sorry about this, but I ended up listening to your conversation by accident.”

“K-Kouki-Senpai?!” You exclaim, almost jumping back from the sudden surprise.

“Oh! Perfect timing. Say Kouki-kun, our little Mahō Shōjo needs some help regulating her physical strength and fighting like a lady. Won’t you be a gentleman and assist her in a friendly spar?” Nekomi asks.

“Yes, that sounds quite the inventive learning experience for our fair maiden Ken-chan. It has been quite a long time since we last throw down.” Kouki nods, folding his arms in agreement. You, on the other hand, were discombobulated as you begin to fluster looking between the two of them.
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>>3990678

“ Ahhhh erm Wha? erm...um….AahhhhWWW SshhhhhhhET!” You stumble, slurring the words for Aw Shit out of realizing that you stumbled into Nekomi’s trap. That scheming woman certainly pulled the wool out of you this time.

“Excellent. Then how about a one on one between the representatives of their respective leaders? And to make things interesting, let’s take inspiration from the King’s game. Loser has to follow the king’s wishes. No matter what they may be~” Nekomi explains with a cat-like grin.

“Huh? W-What a minute. I said I need help. This is the opposite of helping. I don’t consent to this.” You argue, keeping a straight face despite sweating internally at this predicament.

“Sounds good to me. There’s no way I would allow us to turn down a fight and run away. It was never an option. Don’t forget Kenichi. We accept all requests and challenges, no matter the circumstances or purpose, no matter the difficulty or rationale, we’ll take it on! That is the motto of Hakoniwa Academy and nobody exemplifies it better than the student council!” Medaka declares, inspiring the judo club around her while simultaneously firing up Nekomi and Kouki. Seemingly she has gotten done already evaluating the students as you saw all of them defeated so easily.

“Medaka...you’re not helping.” You argue, feeling all the more flustered at being put on the spot like this in your condition.

“Then it’s settled~ We’ll go with the standard team judo rules. No time limit, ten-point match between the two of you. Even if I was to offer to give you a handicap, your pride wouldn’t let you accept such a thing. Am I mistaken?” Nekomi asks.

Sweating angrily at this, you take a moment to calm down and accept the lunacy of your situation. “No. You’re not mistaken, Female or not, I always take a battle head-on and fight on a leveled playing field if I can.” You sigh, grabbing at your student uniform. With a single flick, you manage to gracefully rip off your outfit, revealing underneath the judo uniform. Like a magic trick, you manage to completely change your appearance as you done Medaka’s spar judo uniform. “If this is your way of throwing me to the crash course, then I’ll accept the challenge and clear it successfully.”

“Ah! The Fuuma clan’s variation of the Hensōjutsu or transformation technique. To think you pull off such a smooth transformation.” Nekomi approves, clapping her hand at the sight.

“You flatter me Nekomi-sensai. I spent my time in the student council building practicing it with different costumes for just such an occasion.” You smile, closing your eyes to bask in your coolness as your tanktop covered your chest. Giving you an aura of modesty underneath that judo uniform.
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>>3990681

“To summarize, you perfected this art to avoid having to change and risk dying from blood loss due to your innocent and wholesome nature.” Nekomi points out, almost seeing you crack up and crumble metaphorically at her figuring out the real reason for that over the top transformation.

“....mmhmm. Very Good Nekomi-sensai, you passed the test. Just what I expect from the King of Fouls to know about such a magic trick.” You chuckled, patting Nekomi on the shoulder. Hiding your shame as best you can, everyone couldn’t bring themselves to poke fun at your purity.

Afterward both you and Kouki head to the respective arena. Already feeling like a cornered rat, you unintentionally turn off Diabolus Mode. You were too unfocused and flustered to keep it up considering the situation and who you were facing. Truthfully there was some part of you wanting to use your father’s family’s famous technique and run away. Even so, this was a battle between men and you were going to transmit your true feelings to Kouki. Otherwise, you couldn’t call yourself a man. Kouki, on the other hand, approaches you as the two of you prepare. One of the higher-ups in the judo club serves as the referee. Leaving Medaka and Nekomi to chat between themselves.


“Kouki….I” Before you can say anything, Kouki places his index finger against your soft lips. Feeling that plushness in contrast to the finger further sets you into an embarrassing fit as your face becomes as red as a tomato.

“Sorry, but Mirai already told me the full story. So don’t try and fumble words. Just answer me this.
Has your memory returned?” Kouki asks, his dazzling charm complimented by his serious expression was making ti hard to throw a punch.

“Yes, it has…. The Great Destroyer of Hakobune Middle School. And for the record, if you do something like that again I’m going to throw you out of this building!” You exclaim, putting some distance between you as you feel yourself going into tsundere mode.

“Kenichi Hakumasa. I won’t say that you can’t lose, but I won’t let you disgrace yourself and give a battle that shames your comrades in arms. It’s no different than running away.” Medaka spoke, pointing her fan at your back. Already you can feel a tremendous weight on your shoulders as you sigh in annoyance.

“You have quite the tough boss Kenichi.” Nekomi laughs.

“Tell me about it…” You mutter in defeat.

>How do you proceed?

>Let Kouki take the lead and use this time to adjust to both his rhythm and fighting like a girl
>Try to take the first advantage and rack in the points
>Try to drag this out and resist his actions
>Control yourself and ti
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>>3990683
>Try to take the first advantage and rack in the points

The sooner this is dealt with, the sooner this genderbending shit can be done and we can get out of this magical realm.
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>>3990683
>>Let Kouki take the lead and use this time to adjust to both his rhythm and fighting like a girl
The first one to attack is the one that loses, right?
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>>3990683
>Try to take the first advantage and rack in the points
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>>3990683
>Try to take the first advantage and rack in the points
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>>3990683
>>Let Kouki take the lead and use this time to adjust to both his rhythm and fighting like a girl
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>Let Kouki take the lead and use this time to adjust to both his rhythm and fighting like a girl
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>>3991031

Going to be deciding on direction as I write but till then I'm going to need some rolls to decide your effectiveness.
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Rolled 35 (1d100)

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>>3991041
So far away from heaven, yet so close to hell.
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>>3991036

Kouki ponders for a moment before turning back to looking at you directly. “Well if you remember then there’s no point in me holding back now is there?”

“I’d be upset if you did, regardless of condition or state of mind. A full head-on battle is what Kenichi Hakumasa strives for.” You smile, getting into position as you rev up your fighting spirit.

“Well said!” Kouki smiles, now taking a stance and awaiting your next move.

Thinking about it rather closely you come to easily understand the gravity of the situation. Butting heads with the destroyer in middle school you know especially how powerful he was and it seems from a glance that being gentle hasn’t deteriorated his raw strength. Not only that but ignoring his background, Kouki was still exceptional as he’s also on Team Special. A living prodigy and Judo is his specialty. To make matters worse was your current predicament. Fighting with a body you’re not used to and wielding strength too hard to control. You might as well be an amateur compared to Kouki.

Deciding that it was best to attack first and not give any openings, you charge forward at Kouki with great speed. “First-Strike Advantage!” You scream, extending your arm out to reach Kouki’s chest. A slight hint of hesitation as you were stunned by Kouki’s charm.

Taking account of that split second hesitation, Kouki grabs your arm with a single hand, redirecting your body as his other hand grabs at your collarbone. “Second-Strike Advantage! “ Kouki announce, flipping you over onto the ground in an instant. Just a simple throw manages to deliver an exceptional amount of force upon you as you coughed at response. Not only was he able to disarm your attack but use your own momentum against you, further enhancing the devastating attack.

“Did you forget Kenichi! Judo and its ancestor Kitō-ryū is especially effective as a countermeasure than rushing recklessly. You’ll never get anywhere at this rate.” Kouki explains, watching you slowly pull yourself from the ground

“Shut up!” You argue, lunging forward trying once again to grab Kouki. Pressing against him you attempt for a stroke, that unnerving feeling coming back at full force. Trying your best to ignore it, you find yourself losing the chance to move as Kouki twists his body, pressing his back against you before throwing you down to the ground with another Judo move.
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>>3991238

Once again you felt that crushing sensation as your body winces in pain. As if that sensitivity wasn’t already making things all the more bothersome. Having a body more susceptible to pain was truly an aggravating ordeal. Quickly rising back to your feet you once again continued with your tactics. Bit by bit you were adjusting to Kouki’s rhythm and observing his movements. As a result, you were able to get some points in this toss-up struggle. Unfortunately, Kouki was just as fast as adjusting his motions as he was at reading a person’s flow and anticipating their next moves. Thus held a three-point lead as the score was two to five.

Experiencing throw after throw slowly makes you remember Kouki’s specialty. In terms of fighting, he was a blocker rather than a charger or runner. Blocking or intercepting the attack for him opens up the motion to simultaneously gave many different means of neutralizing and canceling his enemies’ efforts. But it looks like he was only going for punishing and disruptions rather than downright crippling destruction with his moves. Still, they weren’t easy to shrug off and tank. If he has the chance to counter, then he was unbeatable. The old you would’ve wasted your energy and rely on absolute strength to breakthrough. Then again, you weren’t your old self.

Putting that aside, it appears that each throw you took, Kouki was playing honorably. He even went as far as to use throwing techniques with the least amount of physical contact. As well as focus his disruptions solely on your hands and ankles. It was rather shameful to be receiving such kindness, especially from one who used to be the destroyer. Aargh! Damn it! At this rate, I’m going to lose. No matter how hard I try to concentrate, my sensitivity keeps distracting me. It doesn’t help that there are so many people watching me. How does Medaka handle stuff like this? As you find yourself slammed on the ground and receiving another point lost, you glance at Medaka who was staring blankly at you.

No Medaka doesn’t feel any shame. It probably doesn’t even register in her mind at all. But unlike Medaka, being an airhead won’t help me since I can’t attack while unconsciously relying on my instincts to make my moves unpredictable and spontaneous. Picking yourself up from the ground again you glance towards the scoreboard. It was seven to four as the tension starts to rise again. Three more hits and you were going to lose. Scratching your head in frustration you feel yourself wearing down from the pressure and insecurity. Shit! What am I going to do…

“Kenichi, get a grip of yourself. You’re far too tensed and stiff! Remember Ryūsui Fūrinkazan and nothing else! “ Nekomi screams, breaking you out of your rising anxiety. Kouki was equally shocked as he looks to Nekomi alongside the rest of the judo club.
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“Nekomi...sensei.” You mutter, completely surprised that she would be advising the enemy when cheating was her specialty. You didn’t even have time to feel ashamed with yourself over such a thing.

“Oh! Silly me. Blurring out something like that out of nowhere. For stuff like this, it’s better if the manager gives words of encouragement.” Nekomi refers to Medaka as the spotlight now falls on her.

“Kenichi. I shall never, under any circumstance, ask you not to lose. “ Medaka spoke, slowly rising from the ground. Her face briefly obscured as she prepares for her Proof of One’s Worth series. So Win! If you leave me, I won’t be able to bear it! I’d fall apart! I’d cry” Medaka screams, making a series of cute if not over the top sweet girl faces. Complete with overdramatic tears as she hams up the heroine cheering for her hero to win despite the odds. Honestly, this was starting to resemble one of those old 80s sports competition movies.

Dumbfounded by Medaka’s second trump card, Strict Girl/Cute Girl Switch, you feel yourself starting to laugh. That feeling of anxiety and shamefulness over your current display began to disappear. I’m hopeless aren’t I. Getting lectured by my rival, receiving advice from the opposition, being cheered on by the president of all people. Even my mother would be laughing at my foolishness. You smile, pulling yourself up as you feel your spirit igniting. A faint yet resonating force starts to flow inside of you. A glowing sparkle forms inside your eyes as you feel yourself getting rather pumped at the challenge.

“Ryūsui Fūrinkazan. To be Flowing like the River, as Nimble as the Sky, as Still as the Forest, as Daring as the Flames, and Immovable as the Mountain.” You recall, closing your eyes as your demeanor changes. “Kouki-senpai. Thank you but you don’t need to worry about me anymore. So don’t be showing me mercy. Go all out.” You declare, hotblooded flamboyance at full force.

“It seems I did something unnecessary. “ Kouki closes his eyes, adjusting his jacket as he starts to smile. Soon he goes back to taking a stance, stretching his arm out to you. “Come, Bancho Devil! Kenichi Hakumasa!” Kouki smiles.

“You got it! Judo Prince Kouki Akune!” You smile.
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>>3991273

Exploding forward in Sukeban spirit you suddenly return to form and begin fighting like normal. Pushing aside any distractions away as your motions return to being natural and unwavering. To Kouki’s surprise, you manage to quickly catch up and regain your pride after that shameful display earlier. It was now a true battle between men as you begin to steal point after point. All while using your own trump card to transmit the feelings you were carrying through your action and receiving them simultaneously. Doing so you can feel Kouki’s regret and shame over what has happened to you. His self imposed exile from your life now starting to make sense to you.

Point for point you manage to reach an even nine to nine standoff. Compared to that slow start, you were exploding like wildfire. Meanwhile, Kouki was equally impressive as he was able to keep up and counter your rampant movements by the seventh score. Despite the tense sensation, both you and Kouki couldn’t help but start to break into laughter. A clearing wave washing away the lingering feelings of guilt and regret. That aside, both you and Kouki prepare for your final attack. Charging forward and walking into Kouki’s counter, you quickly pull out a counter of your own as you use his momentum throw to grab at Kouki’s legs, setting him up for a double leg takedown. Kouki finds himself unable to break free as the added weight and momentum were successful in bringing him down.

“Winner, Kenichi Hakumasa.” The announcer cried, setting the score between both fighters after what ended up being an exciting match.

>What do you do?

> Makeup with Kouki and convenience Medaka to invite him to the student council
>Leave things up to Medaka and head out to the Ghost Babel
>Pass out and rest comfortably
>Other [write-in]
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>>3991286
>Leave things up to Medaka and head out to the Ghost Babel
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>>3991286
>Leave things up to Medaka and head out to the Ghost Babel
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>>3991286
>> Makeup with Kouki and convenience Medaka to invite him to the student council
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>>3991286
>> Makeup with Kouki and convenience Medaka to invite him to the student council
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>>3991286
>Leave things up to Medaka and head out to Ghost Babel
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>>3991286
>>Leave things up to Medaka and head out to the Ghost Babel
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>>3991354

Pulling yourself up from the ground you broke out into deep panting. Heart racing from the exhilaration and adrenaline that this bout has brought. Body covered in sweat and bruises as you rub your skin. As you did so, you start to notice that your body was already recovering. Even the loss of stamina was mitigated and was coming back you far quicker than normal. Chalking these changes to you frequently putting your body through the wringer, you offer your hand to Kouki and helped him up from the ground.

There were many things you wanted to say even after transmitting your feelings through your fists. However, now wasn’t the time for that. You made an appointment with Maguro and it would be rude of you to be late. That and you couldn’t bring yourself to keep yourself sane while being hot and bothered. Specifically and definitely the second definition. Before you forget, you took a moment to bow to Kouki, showing respect and appreciation for his assistance and the bout before doing the same at Nekomi and Medaka. Walking over to pick up your school uniform, you start to walk right out to the exit, turning only just a moment to look at Medaka.

“Sorry to bother you with this Medaka, but can you handle the rest from here? I have somewhere I need to be.” You explain, lowering your head in apology.

“Sure. You have done more than enough from here. Good work. “ Medaka smile, pulling out her fan in a congratulatory pose and expression.

“Thank you Medaka. And thank you, Nekomi-sensai and Kouki-senpai.” You bowed again before leaving.

After cleaning yourself up and changing with the Hensōjutsu, you make your way back to the Ghost Babel. For the record, it was perhaps better that you went alone than brought your friends with you, especially Medaka. A gentleman like Kouki wouldn’t stand for Maguro’s….overly affectionate appreciation for his younger sibling. And you troubled Nekomi enough as it is to have the foresight to not get her involved in such antics. Medaka was self-explanatory. As much as you didn’t want to rely on the walking perverted master trope, you knew nobody else who could help you get you back to normal as quickly as possible.
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>>3991394

Arriving back at Ghost Babel at sunset, you briefly make a phone call to your mother to tell her that you’ll be coming home late. Afterward, you continue to march right inside as you announce your presence to Maguro himself. With his approval, you easily made your way through the hidden security and navigate through the old school building. Now you weren’t one to believe in superstition, but even you have to admit that the looming atmosphere was giving quite the creepy horror/slasher movie vibes. Either way, you push those thoughts back and made your way towards Maguro’s personal office. Stepping inside you was met with an...unfortunate sight.

From top to bottom, the entire large office was surrounded by countless Medaka themed merchandise. Covers, plushes, albums, wallpaper, photos, monitor screens, figurines, etc. Any form of product placement of goods can be seen from around the horizon. You nearly broke out in hives out of the countless goosebumps that this unsettling atmosphere was giving to you. Honestly, you wish the supernatural entities like the Yurei were what you were dealing with. Feeling rather apprehensive about your situation, you somehow manage to convince yourself to smile at Maguro. Mind over matter.

“Well, well. Thank you for coming out here. Welcome. It’s been one whole year since we last met, hasn’t it? Kenichi.” Maguro smiles, brushing his long blue hair to the side as he goes to greet you.

“Yes, it has been far too long. Sorry about coming to you for short notice and...everything else.” You reply, keeping your smile but slanting your eyes to avoid looking at the decorations any longer.

“Hmm, seeing it in person reconfirms three things.” Maguro ponders.

“And what would they be?” You ask, morbid curiosity taking hold.
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>>3991417


“Firstly, your condition is far worse than I once considered after looking at your blood. Both physically and mentally. Second, you have indeed been affected by Misogi Kumagawa’s bookmaker and it triggered some sort of change inside of you. Finally and this is the most important Kenichi.” Maguro was keeping a rather serious tone as he explains to you the gravity of the situation. Hearing him reassure you that what you were going through was abnormal made you feel all the more self-conscious about the current endeavor.

“Alright, so what’s the third?” You ask firmly.

Now standing right in front of you, Maguro took a close look at you eye to eye. The stature between the two being far noticeable with his six feet height. Naturally, you keep a firm stance while keeping your smile. Unlike with Kouki, you weren’t smitten by his charm in the slightest. Be it through tolerance with your manly match or knowing his true nature was irrelevant. Only after what seems like an eternity did something finally happen. To your surprise, Maguro would suddenly hug you, pressing you deeply against his body to fully embrace you.

“You really do closely resemble my beloved sister, Medaka-chan. Although your attributes shine out, they only compliment her charm. You even carry a similar scent to her~” Maguro smiles, stroking his hands through his hair while taking examination of your form.

>What do you do?

>Beat up Maguro with unrelenting force through Diabolus Mode
>Hit Maguro where it hurts most and uses number #3 alongside Diabolus Mode
>Intimidate him with Diabolus Mode while keeping your cheerful smile
>Drop to the floor and pass out
>Other [write-in]
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>>3991418
>Beat up Maguro with unrelenting force through Diabolus Mode
Honestly I want to see what advice he has for Diabolus mode.
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>>3991418
>Beat up Maguro with unrelenting force through Diabolus Mode
Bad touch! Bad touch!
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>>3991418
>>Beat up Maguro with unrelenting force through Diabolus Mode
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>>3991418
>>Hit Maguro where it hurts most and uses number #3 alongside Diabolus Mode
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>>3991418
>Hit Maguro where it hurts most and uses number #3 alongside Diabolus Mode

Haha no
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>>3991418

>Beat up Maguro with unrelenting force through Diabolus Mode

Hey keep the incest shit in the family man
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>>3991426
>>3991428
>>3991430
>>3991472

Knew it, you positively estimated that something like this was going to happen. Maguro may be a disgusting pervert but that was only towards his siblings. To every other girl, they can’t compare but that doesn’t stop him from occasionally teasing them with his flirtatious carefree attitude. So for him to be this affection and hands-on direct on you only told you that the worst-case scenario has happened. You were, in fact, your dream girl personified. Feeling him sniffing your hair and caress your body with a few inappropriate actions here and there quickly triggers Diabolus Mode.

“So...you chose suicide, have you? Very well, enjoy this heavenly paradise. Because I’ll give you a hellish experience for compensation.” You smile, forming a tightened fist as cross-shaped intersection of veins start to form. Another quickly appears as it is more branchy and bound to your forehead, demonstrating how pissed off you are in spite of being so eerily calm.

Despite not helping your appearance by having azure-colored hair, it did well to circulate and counterbalancing the giant ball of firey rage now festering inside of you. Even now you feel the burning desire to do tremendous bodily harm to Maguro. But with the lifting serenity of Diabolus mode, you settled on merely beating Maguro to a bloody pulp. With a single flick of the wrist, you manage to deliver a series of punches at Maguro. Like Kendo Rappa, you were somehow able to rotate and bend your joints to deliver a series of relentless punches like a well-oiled machine gun. With these bullet punches, you made good on your threat of pummeling Maguro.

After pummeling him with a near-endless barrage of bullet punches, you finally finish things off with the Soaring Dragon Strike combo. The two hit strike knocks the perverted instructor straight into the ceiling. Now sticking out like a dangling turnip, you left Maguro to his own devices as you grit your teeth in irritation, unaware that the canines have elongated from stress. The iris in your eyes has turned into a whitish blue shade with the sclera becoming black. Compared to previously, you appear more like an Asura-class Deva than the devilish beast from before.

“Well, isn’t this an unusual encounter. You even managed to hit like my beloved sister during her War God Mode. But I don’t feel that seem ferocity, more forbearance keenness. That bone-chilling stillness that only the Beast of Revelation can produce.” Maguro documents, pulling himself out from the ceiling as he laughs off being pummeled by you.
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>>3991570

“Pathetic, you’re actions are truly unbecoming of an upperclassman. Maguro.” There it was, number three of the True Values of the Devil’s Advocate, Thousand Faces of a Hero. By pulling out the right face or expression, it influences the heart and amplify the psychological effect of the reaction made towards one’s action or statement. Right now you switched to Kuudere, channeling the same cold, blunt and cynical viewpoint that your elder sister knows how to flaunt.

“You’re right...I got ahead of myself. I’m sorry Kenichi.” “But I can’t help but find that harsh judgment similar to my precious Kujika-chan. And that only warms my heart through this frozen ninth circle of hell.” Maguro laughs, thinking of his missing sister as you feel an even deeper cold traveling down your spine.

“...I f you don’t get serious I really will kill you Maguro.” You warn Maguro, slowly losing the feeling to be lenient with your punches.

“Hhm, this is most peculiar. This new form of yours, it far exceeds what you were normally able to do under your artificial god mode. A tranquil fury that best describes the stillness and empty void found at the eye of a raging form. Not only that, this placating aura I’m feeling from you….It reminds me of... “ Maguro ponders, examining real closely as he thinks back to the abnormals that he encountered in the past. One person quickly came to mind as it was a silhouette of someone with a scarf and a mask.

Before he lost track of time, he quickly tilts his head and takes a serious expression. “Forget about it for now. Right now, focus on controlling your breathing through Qigong. Keep your mind focus and meditate, you’re burning a lot of energy unnecessary right now!”

>Listen to Maguro’s advice and try to control yourself
>Ignore the advice for now and press Maguro to tell you who he’s referring to
>Change the subject by asking about his research in regards to what’s wrong with your body
>Other [write-in]
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>>3991591

>Listen to Maguro’s advice and try to control yourself
>Other: If Maguro tries to do anything funny turn his balls into a paste for him to taste test
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>>3991591
>>Listen to Maguro’s advice and try to control yourself
In spite of everything, he's the greatest trainer we could have. We can get into vague mysterious flashbacks later when we're normal calm and not Diabolus calm
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>>3991591
>>Listen to Maguro’s advice and try to control yourself
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>>3991591
>Listen to Maguro’s advice and try to control yourself
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>>3991596
>>3991599
>>3991603
>>3991613

This is going to be something new for you so give me a roll to see how you do for the first time.
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Rolled 75 (1d100)

>>3991630
Dice don't fail me now.
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Rolled 48 (1d100)

>>3991630
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Rolled 49 (1d100)

>>3991630
Maybe I won't roll like ass after some sleep.
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Rolled 64 (1d100)

>>3991630
>something new for you
Controlling our self or listening to Maguro?
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Rolled 2 (1d100)

>>3991630
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>>3991642

At least you haven't been rolling 2s.
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>>3991645

Spook too soon
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>>3991647
>>3991645
REROLL. I call for the christmas reroll. If anyone objects, speak now or forever hold your peace.
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>>3991643

In this case both.

>>3991655

Are you sure about this? Cause once it goes through you can't take it back, no matter what the roll. As well as if this is what you want to use it on?
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>>3991655

Nah, gotta save it for when we have shittier luck
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>>3991660
Might as well. I didn't want it in the first place and this is kinda bullshit.
>>3991665
Don't jinx it, this is the kind of thing people say and then never use.
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>>3991660
Yea. Not sure how bad a crit fail would be with Maguro around but training's pretty damn important, especially the beginning step. Don't want the fail to be us losing control and straight up mauling the guy or making it harder for us in the future to keep calm. At the end of the day it's a crit fail being nullified anyway.
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>>3991672
>>3991680

Alright, then I accept your resolve. Reroll approved. Now have fun at your second chance.
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Rolled 41 (1d100)

>>3991699
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Rolled 8 (1d100)

>>3991699
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Rolled 81 (1d100)

>>3991699

Wish me luck Ajimu made a sacrifice to you so help me out
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>>3991703
'ey, better than what last roll's would've been without the crit fail as well
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Rolled 1, 6 = 7 (2d6)

>>3991699
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Rolled 48 (1d100)

>>3991699
Oofed up there
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>>3991699
Ah fucks sake, I missed the roll.
>>3991703
Not bad.
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Rolled 4 (1d100)

>>3991699
Another 2
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>>3991709

can still roll if you want, a reroll grants, everyone, the chance to reroll. Not just one person. I don't want to turn such a rare opportunity into a race to get the roll.
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Rolled 10 (1d100)

>>3991712
Alright, I guess I shouldn't pussy out after I asked for this.
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>>3991699

“Huh?!” You exclaim in a foul manner, giving a rather hard look of skepticism to Maguro. But as you glare at him you begin to pick up on his intent. You weren’t sure how but his feelings were flowing into you, letting you see that he was serious and genuine. Feeling your rising body temperature you grasp your chest and let out a hmph sound as you turn from him. “Fine! Guess I got no choice but to take your advice.”

Closing your eyes and gathering your thoughts, the cycling aura in Diabolus Mode was starting to temper and become still. In conjunction, your rising body temperature was starting to stabilize as you start taking deep Qigong breaths. Slowly you shift your center point and drop down to sitting in a meditation stance. Going into a trance you find yourself making progression in proper meditation. As much as you hate to admit it, being in this state made you fully aware of the excessive energy that you were burning with each passing second. He may be a pervert but Maguro is still the checkmate magician.

With another deep qigong breath, your body starts to stabilize. The increase of red cells and bigger volumes did well to mitigate the constant consumption of energy. Muscles begin tensing up as they start to reinforce themselves before bulking up, heartrate rising and pumping bigger red cells throughout the body, spirit, and body fully energized and filled with vigor. Even the aura around your body starts to glimmer, giving the illusion of blue flames sparking around you. And yet you continue to focus on balancing your mind, body, and spirit. Returning it to harmony as the coursing energy circulates.

Soon the radiant aura and energy have completely stabilized, becoming more smooth and steady both inflow and volume. Like the full power Super Saiyan, you were steadily desensitizing yourself to the negative effects and reducing stamina consumption considerably. In such a short time it was rather impressive, but considering you been transforming left and right it wasn’t all that farfetched. Eventually, the stamina consumption and physical strain reached negligible amounts. The blacken sclera was fading as was the whitish-blue eyes. In its place wasn’t your normal sky blue eyes, but something...redder.


“How’s this.” You ask, keeping your eyes closed.

“Mmmmm. Very good. You’re finally controlling your output and balancing your violent emotions, becoming more docile and tranquil.” Maguro nods, smiling at what he was seeing.
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>>3991826

“Any reason why I need to do this?” You ask, focusing on keeping up the current state and monitoring your progression.

“Yes, there’s a good reason for it. From what I can analyze so far, that form is like a transmitter, similar to someone I know who works as a transceiver. Right now you only know how to transmit your intent consciously while the possibility of receiving intent is a subconscious action. Not knowing how to be in control and filter out these intent, emotion, and impulses such as instinct is rather dangerous for you. The stronger the feeling, the more receptive you are to being influenced by it. Compared to that person’s Abnormality, this more akin to actual telepathy but more empath in nature. “

“In any case, you need to keep yourself from losing yourself and interpreting every single emotion and intent sensations around you. Through proper training, you can control this and even develop it to actually read a person’s mind and thought patterns. “ As Maguro explains he starts to walk around you observing further. Even without your eyes, you can sense what he was doing like some sort of sixth sense like Observation Haki or Naruto’s Sage/Kurama mode. But it seems like he was self-aware not to try anything as he finishes scoping you.

“Really it’s a very kind sub-skill you inherent. A power that lets you understand the hearts of others and transmit your feelings on to others. Coming into a mutual understanding and showing empathy. It sounds like what you find in a shonen manga.” Maguro says, patting your head as you keep yourself from hitting him on reflex.

“Yeah, yeah, laugh it up. It’s in my nature so I can’t help it.” You folded your arms with a pout, causing Maguro to laugh in response.

“Now, now don’t be mad. I’m serious when I say this...You completely changed Kenichi.” Maguro smiles, giving off a genuine and sincere moment as he begins to start resembling a proper upperclassmen and trainer. You keep yourself silent as you feel Maguro walking over to pick out his notes.
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>>3991857
“Wait! Maguro. I need you to check my eyes.” Before Maguro left your sphere of influence, you quickly tug at his pants leg to keep him from leaving. Once you feel him turning back to humor you, you begin to slowly open your eyes. “For some reason...they feel rather...red today.” You mutter, revealing a rather glowing scarlet.

Maguro’s face quickly turns to shock as he looks upon what he was currently seeing. “This is…” Judging the look from Maguro’s face, it seems that he was rather troubled. From his perspective, it looks like he was looking at a lense, seeing the sight of a brunette haired woman with a low ponytail wearing the Hakobune Middle School uniform. Yet for some reason, the image doesn’t seen to register with you.

“No, it’s nothing. Don’t worry about it right now. Instead, let’s focus back on the analysis and training. We need to get that bookmaker situation settled.”

>What do you do?

>Asks Maguro what is he hiding and mention your missing memories
>Try to use your new power to gaze into his heart and read his true feelings
>Agree with Maguro’s instruction and find out what’s wrong with you
>Other [write-in]
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>>3991862
>>Try to use your new power to gaze into his heart and read his true feelings
At the end of the day we'll still deal with the bookmaker situation and there's no way he's going to tell us what he's hiding, so using our power seems like a good choice. We can figure out what's going on, test the ability, AND deal with bookmaker.
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>>3991862
>Try to use your new power to gaze into his heart and read his true feelings
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>>3991862
>>Try to use your new power to gaze into his heart and read his true feelings
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>>3991876
>>3991880
>>3991888

Since I want to sleep earlier, I'm going to take these. Again, this is the first time using the power so give me a roll to see how well you do/handle the information.
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Rolled 48 (1d100)

>>3991895
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Rolled 66 (1d100)

>>3991895
Ah fuck, we really are pushing our luck here.
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Rolled 16 (1d100)

>>3991895
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>>3991903
It's impressive how often we've rolled just above average when testing out new powers
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>>3991923

Clearly a sign to counterbalance all those 2s. Better to just be above average than to horribly fail with an added price.
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Rolled 63 (1d100)

>>3991895
By the rules of luck I should be due a 1 or 100 right now
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Rolled 16 (1d100)

>>3991895
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>>3991895

“Mphm.” You mutter, keeping up the impression that you’re willing to listen to his explanation. Truthfully you saw that he was hesitating on seeing what your changed eye colors mean. It didn’t help that you can feel anxiety and uncertainty coming from Maguro. Something must be big if it manages to disrupt his cool.

Closing your eyes you went back into meditating stance. At least, that was the cover you wanted to give yourself. In reality, you were only honing your skill with this newfound empathy sensing. If you can read some sort of informative pattern of his intent or perhaps even his thoughts, it could lead to discovering something vital about the mystery. It was at least worth a shot betting on such a risk. Remembering your training from your mother, you start to cultivate the chi inside of you and begin to circle it into a focused center point. The real task was now building enough control and energy to pinpoint activate this new kind of sense.

“Starting with your physique. Although your body is different compared to your original, it still carries a fountain of experience and tenacity. For instance, your muscle mass has increased noticeably, reaching the same status I not arguably stronger than my beloved sister Medaka during the start of middle school. You been keeping yourself diligent in keeping up with your training and therapy. Judging from your skin, you been recently experiencing nightmares though from the healthy shine it looks like you’re slowly overcoming that. “ Maguro comments, almost getting you shaken up at how observant he was to your appearance. Still, you reluctantly kept quiet and continue “meditating”.

“Now your height and weight. You were a shrimp in middle school but since your growth spurt, you been properly distributing your muscle mass and no longer looking like a macho dwarf. A clear sign you been eating bountifully and healthy to keep those gains. Compared to what I last saw you, your growth has been truly astonishing. And I don’t just mean physically, I’m talking mental growth as well. To be honest, I almost didn’t recognize you. Like a new game plus character.” Maguro says. In spite of subtly poking fun of your previous stature, there was genuine sincerity about his positive outlook towards you. It was all the more strange when you recall butting heads with Maguro during middle school, believing your delinquent ways to be a negative influence on Medaka.
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>>3992150

Keeping yourself from being distracted by the past, you further hone and visualize that power of empathy into form. Cultivating it until perfection, the eyes begin to glow and radiate intensely. Suddenly a rush of energy starts spiraling in your brain. Focusing with all your willpower you invoke your imprint vision directly at Maguro despite your eyes being closed. Linking things up with the perverted trainer, your new vision was met with blurry static. Of course, it wasn’t for long as things start to clear up, revealing you to the outside. Seeing through these eyes you come to recognize that this was indeed Maguro’s perspective.

Looking at things from Maguro’s perspective you begin to think rather differently. In your view, you saw yourself currently meditating with your closed eyes as you seem blissfully ignorant of your surroundings. Seen yourself close up from another’s viewpoint made you feel all the more self-conscious about your appearance. From Maguro’s perspective, you start to feel just how lustful and lewd your physical form was. But to make it worse was the fact he wasn’t actually seeing you but mainly an amalgamation of his two sisters. Just being aware of this perverted nature was making you feel nauseous.

Overcoming that disturbing image in front of you, you start to notice creak around your body. Numerous areas that were riddled with stress as pop up menus and dialogue boxes were scattered around you. Like a character under a trophy room or archives, all of your information and status was on open view. Focusing even closely at your form, you start to see a screw currently wedged deep in your skull sideways. A rather sturdy screw though there was crack marks on the surface. You take that this was the source of the amalgamation of screws that once pierced you from shoulder to ankles.

Out in the upper left of your body was something on the side, another popup menu. It says Unknown entities, a codeword for skills that haven’t been mapped to either the minus or plus category for abnormalities. Reading off from the menu there was currently only three main series, In order, it says the names 『Number One』, 『The Beginning』and ...『Parasite Seeing???』 Morbid curiosity soon took over as you clicked on each of them. Meeting your sights next was more and more popup menus as they kept piling up. There was far too much information to decipher as your brains start to overload from the constant flow.
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>>3992236

Blood starts to leak out of your mouth as your mind accumulates as much information you can gather before ultimately overclocking and eventually burn out. For a first try, it wasn’t as bad as you thought as you were struggling to contain the boundless knowledge regarding you. As well as certain info relating to those red eyes that Maguro documented. It was going to take a while unpacking all of it, but the most recent knowledge, that being 『Bookmaker』and how to remove it was now committed to memory as you feel yourself dropping to the floor.

>How do you proceed?

>Give your body as much rest as it can while reviewing Bookmaker
>Use this chance to return to the dream building and find Kumagawa
>Wake up as soon as possible to avoid suspicion
>Unlock a random skill from 『The Beginning』
>Other [write-in]
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>>3992236
>『Parasite Seeing???』
huh
>>3992246
>Give your body as much rest as it can while reviewing Bookmaker
Kumagawa sure as fuck won't help us, and I don't feel like spinning the wheel given our... recent performance.
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>>3992246
>Give your body as much rest as it can while reviewing Bookmaker
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>>3992246
>Give your body as much rest as it can while reviewing Bookmaker
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>>3992246
>Give your body as much rest as it can while reviewing Bookmaker
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>>3992246
>>Use this chance to return to the dream building and find Kumagawa

I kinda want to have a second go at emo boy. Good opportunity to learn more about our past and getting rid of the Bookmarker.

It cannot get any worse now, can it?
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>>3992257
>>3992262
>>3992308
>>3992403

All in all, it was to be expected that you would suffer repercussions for using a skill so half-baked to this extent. Even with Diabolous Mode’s recovery power, it was going to take a while to recover from the mental strain. And to think Maguro can handle processing all that bountiful knowledge and wisdom like the world’s most powerful supercomputer, and to do so to the point of overclocking without breaking down. He definitely proved his occupation of manager. Still, you were feeling a bit frustrated that you couldn’t figure out that mysterious entity. Although with the amount of information now stuck in the back of your mind, it was going to be a while digesting and storing the information. before you can tackle it.

Letting your body rest you focus your spirit to dive into your mind and recall the most important information you pulled. In your mental field was the entirety of books, setting the space like some sort of inner library. Fitting rather oddly for you, you walked over to a table, book in hand. Reaching the table you made yourself comfortable upon sitting down. Followed by opening up the mysterious green book, the title Bookmaker finally materialize as words begin to fill the book. From what you can perceive about Bookmaker, it was a skill that turns you into a natural-born loser like Misogi Kumagawa. Be it a plus, a normal, a special, or even another minus, it can bring anyone “down” to Kumgawa’s status.

Among the minuses, it is considered the most negative of minus. Befitting for a person who is the complete opposite of Medaka Kurokami. At the same time, it seems to only effects the mentality of others. Even if Kumagawa was to inflict the minus through physical means such as his slotted pan head screws, it only deals with mental damage as it’s a minus made to soil the heart. That said, Misogi can transmit in multiple ways, through communication, physical contact, or even just visualizing his target. But it’s at its strongest through using a medium. As you read the description of Bookmaker something about it begins to click. Although it’s simple in its objective and basic description, its actual application is quite intricate, Perhaps even to the point of being versatile. To achieve the end goal, Bookmaker is broken down into three core functions. Insertion, Removal, and Equalization.
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>>3993477

The first function was the act of forcibly imbuing all the “damage” and “weakness” that Kumagawa carries. Be it physical or mental, on all fronts relating to Kumagawa will be transferred and embedded into the intended target. Concepts such as strength, skill, stamina, durability, talent, drive, confidence, speed, spirit, intellect, luck, and everything are all brought to Kumagawa’s level. All of the burdens, instability, and stress that the mental illnesses that Minuses, especially on Kumagawa level, are now presents. Therefore, it soils the heart with the negativity and causes the heart to falter. Truly becoming a minus as one is forced to embrace the crushing despair that is weakness and failure.

The second function is tailored to the expulsion of any skill, powers or overall ability and sealed them immediately. No matter what kind of special characteristics or defining attribute, it will not activate as its disabled in the void. Therefore, any powers that can normally nullify or cancel skills will be shut down by the overwhelming negativity that is Bookmaker. Although it priorities shutting down special abilities, there’s more. Anything relating to the individual or something that Kumagawa doesn’t possess/can’t do is fair game for the sealing aspect of Bookmaker. Making anything essentially null and void. With how it functions, it seems that the very concept of one’s “reality” is expelled and the connection tying to it is “erased” so long as Bookmaker is active.

The third and final function is the application of equality between Kumagawa and the intended victim. As the minus is targeted to bring anyone and/or everyone down to Kumagawa’s level, it creates a synchronizing effect between both parties. So long as Bookmaker is active, one will remain the same as Kumagawa. No matter what you did, you would seemingly fail just like Kumagawa. No amount of outside interferences, coincidence, luck or even fate involving the victim that would otherwise tip the scales will have any effect. In contrast, anything involving Kuwagawa be it positive or negative will transfer onto the victim to keep both parties equal. In essence, its a representation of Kumagawa’s lingering will and true desire covered up by all his twisted instability.

Upon closer inspection, you begin to discover a secret to Bookmaker. The most terrifying aspect of Bookmaker lies within its stacking capability. Be it manifesting mentally or physically, Bookmaker can effectively weight someone down with its negativity numerous times. All of Bookmaker’s core functions can be piled up on top of one another, further improving it and creating greater negativity. Each time Bookmaker is used on someone, they experience greater volumes of damage to one’s heart. One screw was generally enough to do major mental damage and “soil” the heart completely. So multiple screws can lead to dire consequences.
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>>3993481

Strangely there was one more element. An unknown factor that has deeply rooted itself with Bookmaker. It was an unknown element, but what you can make out from the knowledge you can gather as a single title..『Trans Fiction』. Anything else about it was covered in mystery as you can’t seem to access the whole story. The only thing it carried that you can understand was forbidden, taboo, null and error. Either way, this mysterious element was the leading cause of Bookmaker’s current power. Clearly, this is what that echo of Misogi Kumagawa meant when he said you experienced Bookmaker’s strongest form.

Breaking down the miscellaneous information, there was only two cure to bookmaker. The first was overcoming the negative power of Bookmaker and relinquish its hold on one’s heart. Basically, a battle of willpower as normally through transmitted words lasts for only a couple of days. However, when imbued through a screw be it through physical or through Kumagawa’s imagination via force of will, it’s lingering effects greatly intensify. Depending on Kumagawa’s mentality and view on the target it can last from a month to an eternity. Thus the second method comes to mind. If Kumagawa’s state of mind changes to something positive, then the screw will start to erode and breakdown on its own.

Analyzing this, something begins to pop up your head. New text starts to form around the description as a new page has been added. Describing the twisted imagination was the word
『Science Fiction』 as your eyes oddly phrased the abnormal phenomena. What was most strange was the fact that you broke down its identity so quickly. Maybe it was during the time where you essentially carried Analysis through that expended time empathizing with Maguro and understanding his views or something else. Regardless, you would feel something shaking your mental scape.

>What do you do?

>Wake up and see what is bugging you
>Try to anchor yourself to this mental space and remember the feeling of using『Analysis』
>Focus your remaining time debriefing yourself on one of your skills [write-out which]
>Other [write-in]
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>>3993486
>Try to anchor yourself to this mental space and remember the feeling of using『Analysis』
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>>3993486
>>Try to anchor yourself to this mental space and remember the feeling of using『Analysis』
Hooooly shit, we can try to learn Analysis? It's a pretty damn good Abnormality to have, especially considering how often we've spent time mid-combat observing our opponents.
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>>3993486
>>Try to anchor yourself to this mental space and remember the feeling of using『Analysis』
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>>3993486

The naming scheme for 『Trans Fiction』, it's a pun on transgression, specifically Transgressive fiction, and transmission. But to the manga readers, it's a hint at the cross fusion between Bookmaker and one other minus that has yet to be revealed.

As for 『Science Fiction』, it's a little self-explanatory as it's a jab at the imaginative and innovativeness of the genre while hinting at Kumagawa's creativity and how his "screws" come to being as well operate on physics, both real-world and fantasy such as hammerspace.
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>>3993486
>>Focus your remaining time debriefing yourself on one of your skills [The Beginning]
Getting 『Analysis』 sounds good on paper but it seems we don't have the IQ to use it reliably and I rather not risk it.
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>>3993491
>>3993492
>>3993498

Right, this will be for how well or how much you can use 『Analysis』at the start since this is the first time. So give me some rolls.
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Rolled 5 (1d100)

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Rolled 53 (1d100)

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AhShitHereWeGoAgain.jpeg
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>>3993578

To be fair I only have you roll for combat and using skill/abnormality/mode tied abilities.
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Rolled 34 (1d100)

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Rolled 53 (1d100)

>>3993573

Satan guide my dice
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Rolled 92 (1d100)

>>3993573
The fuck? Can we steal abnormalities because in a sense we inherited an amount of aijimu's abnormality which evolved into parasite eyes? Fuck me, once kenichi finally gets his shit together he will be a not equal on par with the other terrifyingly strong ones.
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>>3993752

Steal wouldn't be the right word for this phenomena but you are right about what I happening here is tied to Ajimu
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>>3993573

Judging from the shaking sensation it seems that something was disrupting your train of thought. As a result, it was causing your mental space to become unstable as you begin to find your lucid dreaming effect. The library starts to twist and distort, becoming unfocused and fuzzy. You, on the other hand, were still fine but there were now subtle signs of the same fuzziness spreading over your body. Typical that such a thing was happening when you were making breakthroughs in discovering the strength and limitations Bookmaker as well as its weaknesses.

Even so, you weren’t exactly going to give this place up without a fight. Not when you’re so close to uncovering the mystery and devising a means to cure yourself. Gritting your teeth and closing your eyes, you begin to focus your mind. Keeping yourself center in a tranquil stance, your attempts of anchoring yourself start to take form. Chains start to materialize around you, latching itself to your body as an act of symbolism and literal binding. Soon the shaking scenery starts to lessen, slowly returning to its original format.

Through force of stubborn willpower, the shaking finally subside and fade into nothingness. But only for the moment as this attempt at refusing to wake up was only delaying the inevitable. Nevertheless, it was enough time to do what you need to do. Then it hits you, what if you memorized how Analysis work. You weren’t sure how you came up with such an idea or what it’ll portray but you were rather confident in trying it. Taking a deep breath you commit your mind to remember how it feels to use Maguro’s Abnormality during your out of body experience.

At first, there was nothing as you strain yourself over pushing your processing power into overdrive. But strangely something begins to burn inside your abdomen. A passionate flame that burns brightly like the sun. That same sensation slowly flows from your center throughout your entire body. It was rather intense as it felt like you were suffering heartburn. In spite of that, you remember to remain calm and composed. Rather than fight it, you harmonize with it, bonding with it before finally temper the strange sensation.
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>>3994494

This resulted in producing a dead calming effect as your mind and spirit was becoming one to produce such a still and tranquil state of mind. The intense heartburn and burning sensation greatly lessen before ultimately fading away. Simultaneously, your eyes begin to glow despite having them close. It was still in that strange red like shade as it glimmer rather intently. Still, it was due to that it was becoming easier to commit the experience of Analysis to memory.
The more you focus on the thought, the greater the effect becomes. Bit by bit your body was pulling it off until finally…it comes to a stop.

As you open your eyes. No longer the cluster of information going at speeds far too quickly for you to perceive. Instead, it was far more manageable as the overwhelming fountain of information remain still and calm, like a river stream. Almost as it was adjusting to the level of perception and insight that you currently carry. At the same time, there was a voice echoing in your subconscious. 『Analysis』 acquired, 『The Beginning』’s subskill 『Identification (Observation+Empathy)』 unlocked. 『Maestro』and 『Devil’s Tune』 currently in development. From your understanding, it was something akin to how martial artist uses one insight to read not only an opponent’s moves but through rhythm understand their ideology and reasoning with things like “killer intent” being the easiest to read.

Although, from the looks of it there was more to it as it dives even deeper to reading a person’s psychology. How much more you couldn’t figure out in time as you find yourself being blinded by a bright light. Slowly opening your eyes, you would see yourself currently lying against a bed. From what you felt underneath the covers, it seems that your uniform was stripped from your body. Leaving you in just your underwear for the time being. Before you have the chance to appropriately respond, your scarlet eyes turn to the left to see Maguro currently sitting on his computer chair with a smile. On the table on the far left was your clothes.

“Yo, Good evening Kenichi. How did you sleep?” Maguro asks, showing hospitality towards you despite the predicament. At the moment you didn’t see anything odd from him as your pupils weren’t radiating that same glow and your scarlet eyes not radiating that piercing gaze that mirrors Maguro’s sight. To which was good as it shows that it can be turned on manually as you start to realizing such powerful eyes carry tremendous stress if overused. You can't help but think the Sharingan from Naruto or Answer Talker from Gash Bell in comparison.

>How do you respond?

>Beat up Maguro for stripping you in comedic fashion
>Brush the embarrassment aside for now and come clean about what you did
>Angerly confront Maguro about “that girl” and why you can’t remember her
>Apologize for collapsing and ask Maguro about your condition and how he can treat it
>Other [write-in]
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>>3994534
>>Apologize for collapsing and ask Maguro about your condition and how he can treat it
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>>3994534
>Apologize for collapsing and ask Maguro about your condition and how he can treat it
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>>3994534
>>Brush the embarrassment aside for now and come clean about what you did
Shit, why not? He'll be able to help us much more if he actually knows the full extent of what we can do. Doubt he's gonna take particular offense or do some shady shit, we're fully aware of his loyalty to his sister and share the same goal in that regard.
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>>3994560
Supporting
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>>3994534
>Apologize for collapsing and ask Maguro about your condition and how he can treat it
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>>3994560
Supporting.
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>>3994545
>>3994550
>>3994641

“Sorry, I ended up losing focus and passed out as a result.” You lament, pushing aside the fact that he most likely undressed you. Part of you wanted to be straight with Maguro and tell him the truth. But at the same time, you were rather hesitant in doing so. It’ll be far too problematic to openly reveal your previous intent or what precisely you gained with your little gamble. You barely comprehend it as it is. Thus, you commit to keeping quiet by clinging tightly against the covers.

“Understandable, this is still a new form that you’re not yet used to. It’s miraculous as it is that you’re able to retain this transformation in this relaxed state in suspended consciousness. Almost as if you trained your subconscious to do so out of instinct. But it hasn’t been perfected yet, so I had to balance your output while examining your body to better understand your predicament.” Maguro explains, briefly getting up from his chair to walk over to the beverage making device to the right. Pulling out a cup he starts to pull up some menus.

“You sure it was only for that reason you took off my uniform?” You ask, shifting your eyes in a cold, hardass stare. If you didn’t resemble Medaka in some fantom for it to be acceptable parameters then you may have given him the benefit of the doubt.

“Yes, only just for that reason. Besides, it’s rude to ask a magician to reveal his secrets.” Maguro brushes off your question with a laugh. Sweating awkwardly as you glare at him with a pout. Skepticism was taking charge even if you don’t want to think what he did to you while being unconscious. “Anyway what kind of drink would you like?”

“Orange Tea” You reply, bundling your legs together in a crouching position and resting against them.

“My, how healthy. Just what I expect from the traditional martial artist otaku.” Maguro teases, resulting in another pout as you watch him quickly prepare the beverage. The warm aroma quickly travels across the room and into your nose. Tickling your senses and relaxing you as you watch Maguro finish up and walk back to handle you the fresh cup. “Here you go.”

“Thank you.” You smile, taking the cup from Maguro while holding it close in your hand. “So back on topic. Do you know exactly what has happened to me and how to treat it? “
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>>3994560
>>3994626

Okay, looks like I'm going to need to address this later in the post. >>3994738
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>>3994738

“Yes, I can deduce the cause for your current predicament thanks to extensive study on your physique. From what I can tell, it’s the aftereffects of being hit with Bookmaker. “ Maguro explains, reconfirming your suspicions as he goes into detail about the cause and effects of the ultimate minus. Hearing this made realize that your little stunt did succeed in learning Maguro’s abnormality of which is leaving you rather dumbfounded as to how. In any case, you kept quiet as you listen to Maguro’s long explanation.

“So to summarize bookmaker imbues the weakness, limitation and inner turmoil that a minus endures, especially one of Kumagawa’s status.” You reply, continuing to keep secrets.

“Essentially. Enduring such an experience can have lasting aftereffects in addition to the mental damage it brings to the mind as it soils the heart. It’s rather likely those who suffer the most find themselves becoming minuses from the experience. Provided their inner will is broken and twisted into a warped perspective in order to compensate and put the mind back together. Of course, that’s the best-case scenario. The worst being….a constant vegetated state. “

“...So, that’s what happened to me all those months ago.” You mutter, reflecting over the sheer terror that was Kumagawa’s minus. It fits his nihilistic view on life where nothing has any meaning or value. But experiencing it from his perspective through bookmaker really paints a sort of tragedy to his character. To be able to endure all of that every waking moment and not break demonstrate just how strong he truly is. Seeing this perspective made you feel conflicted with Kumagawa.

“To be frank with you Kenichi. When I last examined you, during the accident with Kumagawa, you were a completely different person. Like a lifeless, hollow shell, you were deprived of anything that was once yours. An empty husk robbed of the flamboyant bancho spirit that ultimately went into its logical extremes. As clear and pure as white snow, you began to blacken once exposed to a drop of black ink. Strangely, the whitening bleach effect of Bookmaker turned pitch black. At first, I documented it as your body resisting it, as it adopted the artificial god mode you developed after seeing Medaks’s War God Mode countless times as an attempt to boost its chances, but now I’m not so sure. “ Maguro explains, documenting the somber and melancholy look on your face.
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>>3994842

“Listen, Kenichi. You can’t bring yourself to empathize with Kumagawa. A minus’s’ mindset isn’t the same as that of an abnormal. If you try to dig too deep and try and understand them, you’ll end up hurting yourself. Minuses are... cursed people. A living embodiment of negativity and bad luck much worse than a typical jinx. They are..” Before Maguro could finish, you catch him off by surprise by slamming your balled up hand against the wall. Cracks start to form on the wall as you stare at Maguro with a serious glare.

“I know that!” You scream glaring intently at Maguro before tilting your head down. That feeling of blinding rage was being drowned off by the melancholy feeling still lingering inside. “...Believe me, I know that. Just because I know his pain, can understand his feelings and suffering..it doesn’t change anything. I still can’t forgive him for the actions he has done. The scar he left on Medaka’a heart...and…” You paused, feeling something rushing back in your head.

Briefly, your mind flashes back to a scene. A scene of you looking at Kumagawa holding the lifeless body of the mysterious brunette girl. Blood spilling from her face as it was removed. What was truly nerve-wracking was the look on his face. It was only for an instant, but he was smiling. In normal contrast, it would be right to assume that he was psychotically happy over the act. But, to you, you weren’t sure how, but you saw tears coming out of his eyes. Bloody Tears. After that, the scene played out as you remembered. Kumagawa turning his face, setting the girl down, keeping silent as he places his hand together. “It wasn’t my fault…” Those were the last words you heard before collapsing to the ground.

Thinking on it now, the minus energy that Kumagawa gave off that day is what forced your body into a brief slumber. Going as far as to suppress that psychological memory to keep yourself from breaking as a result. But event that wasn’t enough to keep the hole in your heart from forming, slowly triggering a great depression till the point it manifested in lashing out on others and fuel the flames of hatred. Hatred towards Kumagawa for hurting those you care for most, hatred towards yourself for being too weak...but in reality..it was for not confronting Kumagawa when he needed someone most. Perhaps, it was at that point where everything started to fall apart and started your descent down to hell.
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>>3994859

“To take a step back, let’s talk about the other thing I discovered. Aside from the lingering effects of Bookmaker, the most concerning is the physical and mental strain lingering deep inside. From the looks of it, I’d say you underwent some sort of extraordinary experience, unlocking something new in the process but overused it and push your body far past its natural limits for extended periods. You look tremendously worn out, like Son Goku when he used the Kaioken Blue or Gon when he gave up his Nen to achieve a life-changing power. As a result, I can deduce that for some reason or another, you reverted to a form like this to recover by using Medaka’s abnormal healing. While simultaneously still be in fighting condition to use what you gained recently without majorly risking your health. “

“Oh...is that so? I thought it was something that Kumagawa’s Bookmaker did to me..” You mutter softly, still in grief and guilt. Realizing what exactly what you said to Kumagawa during that day. Words that perhaps is what spiral these chains of misfortune that ultimately ended in tragedy. Words of denial, hatred, and…. ill will.

“Bookmaker is something that can be defeated through willpower, the strength of one’s heart. That’s why I don’t think you should empathize with him. It’ll only hurt you more.” “If you still don’t think you can do that. Then there is another method. It’s a prototype but I know of a serum that can take away someone’s skill. Minuses may be a subsection but they still fall under abnormality. And this drug was made to take away such problems.” As Maguro says this, he goes to reveal what looks to be a special toxin. From what you can tell from the mysterious magenta shaded liquid is the serum.

>What do you do next?

>Accept the Anti-Abnormality Serum
>Reject the Serum but follow Maguro’s advice and stop empathizing with Kumagawa
>Be true to yourself and shoulder the pain by continuing to show empathy
>Ask for some time to think about it
>Other [write-in]
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>>3994742

Going to address this in the next one, I didn't want to make you guys wait longer especially considering the gravity of the situation.
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>>3994873

>Be true to yourself and shoulder the pain by continuing to show empathy

Gotta follow the true Shonen path
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>>3994873
>>Be true to yourself and shoulder the pain by continuing to show empathy
I mean really, for all that Maguro knows about Abnormalities and Minuses, we're the ones that actually experienced firsthand how Kumagawa's thought process works. Not only that, but it's made pretty clear that we think it's our lack of empathy that caused these problems in the first place. We can empathize with him but that doesn't mean we need to be all gentle and peaceful and just accept that he's hurt people we care about. We're the goddamn legendary bancho, and just like we've done to countless delinquents before, we'll beat him to submission and force him to realize all the wrongs he's committed until we reform his ass.

And as a bonus, he's gonna be super fucking pissed that we're actually doing the whole loving hero schtick, just like we saw in our memories.
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>>3994873
>>Be true to yourself and shoulder the pain by continuing to show empathy
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>>3994873
>Be true to yourself and shoulder the pain by continuing to show empathy
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>>3994876
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>>3994923
>>3994926

Right so this won't have any effect on your action or result in punishing failure, but give me a 1d100.
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Rolled 4 (1d100)

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>>3994937
rolling cause I also voted
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>>3994937

Thinking rather deeply about the situation you find yourself agreeing with Maguro. Although he teases you and used to belittle you, it was his way of showing kindness to you. A regular person, a normal run of the mill guy being expected to keep up with the extraordinary and downright supernaturally gifted monsters was downright cruel. No average person can handle being in constant presence with such people. And yet here you argue, still moving forward despite all the inner turmoil that the constant internal and external conflict such an environment would provide. Truthfully you did far more than what anyone has ever expected of you. Perhaps that’s why Maguro ended up becoming so biased towards you. A normal cool guy.

Even so, you weren’t invincible. Time after time you endured, you suffered, you cried, you struggled, you retaliated, you lashed out, and you have even lost your way. In some ways, you experience nearly the same amount of pain and hardships that Misogi Kumagawa deals with every day. But there was one key factor that separated you from him. A tiny difference that sets you worlds apart from each other. You, who on many occasions experienced and tasted victory cannot compare to someone who to this day still loses at everything. Those who don’t win and crawl back up are forever stronger than those who win. It was something so small, so simple and yet you only recently finally understood what it truly means.

Compared to Misogi Kumagawa who always loses and Medaka Kurokami who always wins, you were far below them in every sense of the word. It was to be expected if anything you were down the middle. Never once strongly shifting to either side of the pendulum. But then, that’s precisely what it means to be human. A lesson that the younger you refused to accept. Looking at where it has gotten you, you take a moment to think real hard and re-evaluate your life. For just a moment, you considered giving up. That is until you start seeing various imagery of the countless events that transitioned throughout your life. The friends you made, the rivals you encountered, the enemies you clashed with, and the ones who you loved most. Seeing that made everything clear to you, like the full moon.

“You may be right. To your analytical mind, it would seem rather foolish to put my sense of self at a great risk trying to understand and sympathize with a minus, especially one like Kumagawa. It would just be better to write him off and focus my spirit to removing Bookmaker. But even so…” You pause, taking a deep breath and gathering your resolve.
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>>3995316

Gritting your teeth you quickly slam your feet against the floor, standing up defiantly in your underwear. “But so what?!” You scream, standing proudly to Maguro as he was too shocked to point out how silly your upcoming badass speech look in comparison to your appearance. “It’s not a weakness to empathize and care for others! It’s a sign that you’re human! If I was to ever waver or break down from suffering the pain, then it’s only because of the weakness of my own heart and soul! “

“Two times in my life I made the unfortunate mistake of rejecting Kumagawa! The first time was when I saw the accident with the Vice-President. Instead of trying to understand him and help him at his lowest point I only pushed him away. As for the second time, when he ambushed me during the start of summer break, I only antagonize him and refused to listen to him. I even said something foolish by using Medaka and the Vice-President as trophies of my achievement, to further anger him that the friends he made loved me more than him. That he would always be inferior to me. That’s why they came to my side. That’s just being arrogant brat!” You say, getting right and up in Maguro’s face as you pour your heart and soul into your explanation. The fires of passion burning around you, the impression of a savior daemon akin to Baphomet surrounds you like an intensely imposing mental image.

“As twisted as it is, I’m grateful for receiving Bookmaker. It made me aware of my faults and shortcomings. The weakness that I pretended that I didn’t have. You said it yourself, Bookmaker is a skill made to soil the heart and turn one into a minus. But I don’t fully believe that. I believe...it’s a skill of empathy. Sure it’s warped and unnecessarily brutal, but it gives a person the experience needed to not only understand what Kumagawa goes through every single day, but that whatever skill, ability or special characteristic you have, it doesn’t define you. Nor does it make you any less human. We’re all the same! “ You shout, eyes beginning to glow rather brightly as you felt the need to cry. Not for your sake, but for overwhelming emotions you felt as you start to grasp things from their perspective.

“And It wasn’t just Kumagawa...deep down, every one of them I met was hurting in some way. And I just happened to stick my neck out them to help them, like any other human should. I’m not like you, Medaka or any of the others. I’m not an abnormal or a minus or anywhere in between. And now, I don’t think I want to be. All this time I been upset that I wasn’t special, that I wanted to prove that my hard work and merits are what define me. What makes me just as special to those who are born into it, or molded by it. But the truth of the matter is my biggest strength, is empathy.” You smile, slowly reeling from Maguro as he was rendered speechless.
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>>3995336

“To bring forth change to someone, to help them at their darkest moment, first you need to be able to understand them. Connect with them, see things from their perspective and figure out their reasoning and psychology. Only by doing so can you make the necessary steps to reform someone and make them aware of their mistakes. At the end of the day, it’s their decision on whether or not to change. But if someone is sincere and need help, then I’ll reach out my hand through any pit of flames to reach out to them. Because…” As you pause you take the time to wipe the tears from your eyes, feeling your glowing crimson pupils starting to dimmer and stabilize from the overwhelming display of emotion. In a blink, they changed from the scarlet shade into a cool, bluish shade with a clear, rainbow-like ring around the center. Giving it the impression that it showing the entirety of space, specifically the big bang within its retinas.

“...we’re all human. That’s all we are, and that’s all we should be. Nothing more, nothing less.” You take a brief pause to reflect on learning such a lesson during survival training. " I haven’t forgiven myself for forgetting something so simple. The fact that all is one and one is all.” You say, slowly dropping to sitting back on the bed. A hand stretches out towards your chest as you close your eyes and smile. “That’s why I’ll neutralize bookmaker’s effect on me, through my will. But I won’t get rid of it. I can keep it, as a reminder of something important. So I’ll never forget this feeling or fall back astray. I’ll use it to help me move forward because what I’ve have forgotten is crucial, and I’ll keep it inside my heart until the day I remember her. The vice-president. “

Staring at you rather closely, Maguro only excludes a rather serious demeanor on his face.“..That’s quite a passionate speech. But what I have gotten most from it is this. You’re saying that everything is connected...an unforeseen flow that extends throughout the existence and we’re only a tiny fraction in the grand scheme of things. And to view ourselves anything less than humans is an act of utter foolishness.” After saying this, Maguro tilts his head to look at your eyes. Seeing that unwavering spirit as you commit yourself to be true to yourself and never casting anything away. Slowly Maguro forms a smile before closing his eyes, followed by a soft chuckle. “You’ve truly have changed Kenichi. Never once did I think the Bancho Devil would turn out to be such a good samaritan.” Maguro teases, causing you to scowl in tsundere fashion.
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>>3995348

“I wouldn’t call it being altruistic or being a good samaritan, I’m much too greedy by comparison. And my human compassion carries that selfish resolve. Because when I’m happy, I also want those around me to be happy too. After all, just as being selfless can become negative for you, being selfish can lead to positives. Between Medaka and Kumagawa, I think its best to have both rather than swing to one extreme. It’s how we stay balanced and fulfilled you know?” You said, scratching the side of your nose out of habit.

“For the record, don’t think just because I can sympathize with someone and show empathy doesn’t mean I forgive or accept what they’re doing.I’m the former legendary bancho. If anything it makes me more inclined to help straighten them out and give them the means to change themselves. We all need a helping hand from time to time, especially when trying to find a new path. That’s why when I next see Kumagawa I’m going to face him head-on. I’ll beat him into submission with fisticuffs if I have to talk and reform him.” You say in between smacking your fist together and taking a rather aggressively wild expression.

“Are you sure you want to have another confrontation with Kuwagawa? You almost died last time.” Maguro asks, sweat dropping at the battle driven figure in front of him. Once again a certain someone was being a bad influence to you.

“Sure I’ll have to fight him, and probably nearly die, but I truly believe that we can come to an understanding. So no matter what suffering it brings, I’m going to take that challenge and make it to the goal ring. “ You point your finger towards the wall, taking a confident smile as you reel it back, shooting at the bullseye in your mind. Simultaneously, the weird pressure above your forehead suddenly starts to vanish. No longer was the Sahasrara or crown chakra and by proxy, the Ajna or third eye chakra was a riddle to the brim with minus energy. Yet you couldn’t be any of the wiser as you continue to reflect. “I’m tired of running away, tired of being ignorant or living carelessly, tired of hurting those around me with my foolishness, and I’m tired of my inability to accept my weaknesses and shortcomings. I’m not perfect and that’s alright. “
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>>3995355

“...As I thought, it really was a good idea to entrust you with Medaka. To think I was worried about your state of mind. With those skills appearing out of nowhere, I’d thought you lost what made you Kenichi Hakumasa and no longer someone who should walk beside my beloved sister.” Maguro says, clapping his hands together as he looks at you. You only blink in response as you gave Maguro the chance to explain himself. Although, you already starting to come to the conclusion that he’s noticing your changes and it would be foolish to try and hide them any further.

“But you prove me wrong. No matter what, you’ll always be Kenichi Hakumasa. On that note, I can honestly say the words from the bottom of my heart. It’s that the current Kenichi who knows about his weaknesses and accepts them while never using them as an excuse to remain stagnate or regress….is far stronger than the Kenichi of the past who was obsessed with absolute strength. With the strength you have now, you’ll be able to protect Medaka, even from herself.” Maguro smiles, going over to pet you on the head in acknowledgment and approval. “Thank you for being by her side for thirteen long years.”

“Actually about that….I haven’t been completely truthful. I’m sorry.” You muttered, bowing to Maguro. Before he could respond, you spent your time explaining everything in regard to what caused you to passed out. Including the fact that you have his abnormality and learned that three different skills current inherent inside your body.

After the long rundown, Maguro found himself sitting back on his chair and sipping from his coffee mug. “Hmm, well that certainly solves the whereabouts of most of the missing variables into the equation. But thanks to that I have a better understanding of how your skills work. Especially『The Beginning』in particular. Of course, it’s only a hypothesis right now. I won’t be absolutely sure until I train you personally before I can confirm or not my suspicions about the skill.”

“Does that mean you’re serious about training me about handling this new power and helping me back up to full fighting form.” You ask, blinking in confusion at the sudden interest coming from the Checkmate Magician.

Maguro nods in response. “What can I say, you intrigued me with this endeavor. But I should warn you that the training will be hard.” Maguro says.

“Yeah, I’m no stranger to hellish training. Just ask my mom.” You nod, practically oozing with confidence. When in actuality you lost track of how many times your mother nearly killed you with training. What doesn’t kill you only makes you stronger. Only an abnormal would come up with that.
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>>3995366

“Oh no, it’ll be far different from what you’re used to. In addition to that, I’ll make every intention to observe and imprint your body for the restoration plan. Given my perverted nature, you can expect constant sexual harassment. I will be constantly touching you! Do you think you’ll capable to handle such an experience as we work on developing your skills and physiology? Are you willing to talk down the path to hell for your convictions and bonds~ In order to master your newfound power and return to fighting form?” Maguro smiles, flicking his wrist back and forth in a rather creepy fashion.

>What do you do?

>Accept Maguro’s invitation while smashing his face in
>Grab your clothes and run faster than the win
>Ask for some time to think about it while rubbing your headache away
>Do what Medaka would do in this situation
>Other [write-in]

>Also how do you spend your next three weeks?
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>>3995367
>Accept Maguro’s invitation while smashing his face in
>Also how do you spend your next three weeks?
Figure out how to become a boy again.
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>>3995368
Supporting
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>>3995367
>>Accept Maguro’s invitation while smashing his face in
>Master Ladies and Gentlemen to switch back
>Hang out with best bro Akune, it's been ages
>Find out if Hansode did some untoward things with those photos
>Kendo Club shenanigans, they're already being left behind by the plot
>Eye powers OP, practice, see if Analysis does let us know one's three sizes
>Avoid Maguro's wandering hands so much we develop a specialized form of Autopilot that only works on perverts
I figure mastering Ladies and Gentlemen rather than just switching back to a boy is more valuable considering our female form is stronger than our injured male form and since they retain different damage, being able to switch back and forth essentially means we have a "continue" of sorts upon defeat.
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>>3995367
I'll second >>3995439
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>>3995439
Supporting but i also want to add the Nekomi workout since we did promised
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>>3995367
>>Do what Medaka would do in this situation
>Also how do you spend your next three weeks?
>Train with Nekomi
>Spend time with Medaka and Akune
>Spend time in the Kendo club and get closer to Namida
And most importantly
>Go to Suisou Academy and feed Kumagawa his own teeth.
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So I forgot to do this cause I'm a dummy head and sleep depravity has made me forget but those bluish space eyes are the evolved form of Parasite Seeing. You act of Empathy and getting that high roll succeeded in not only stabilizing it but taking it to the next stage.

Those who remember the first thread where one of the abnormalities was "True Parasite Seeing" well 『Mind's Eye』otherwise called "Eyes of the Heart" is the official name for that. A whole new world of perception has been awakened.


>>3995945

Now I'm curious about how you'd do the infiltration into the sister school without giving it away
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>>3995958
Well, lucky for us we got a skill that can transform someone into a completely different person and a
close friend with high influence that comes from a clan of doubles that could make a cover for us..
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>>3995965

Just checking if you had a sound strategy before going in Impel Down Luffy style.
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>>3995945
I also support going with invading Suisou Academy after hearing>>3995965 Its such a Banchou thing to do
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>>3995368
>>3995945
>>3995439

Alright, it seemss like we have an idea to spend the next three weeks and take a little detour for the plot. Mogana Kikaijima will get her time to shine soon.

But anyway, since we're "mastering" Ladies and Gentleman, give me a d100 roll just to see if anything changes with it in the time frame given.
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Rolled 25 (1d100)

>>3996161
I dedicate this roll to my waifu
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Rolled 32 (1d100)

>>3996161
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Rolled 70 (1d100)

>>3996161
Imagine we finally get a good roll for this of all things.
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Rolled 38 (1d100)

>>3996161

I'm feeling lucky
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>>3996170
We got a real good roll for unlocking Mind's Eye at 96. Guess that was only a momentary thing cause we're back to just being above average again
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>>3996161

“Anytime you disgusting waste of human resouces~ As the only rationalist raised by traditional values and common sense, I’ll do Medaka a favor by reforming you during the ordeal. Otherwise, I may just end up killing you instead~” You smile, clapping your fist into your other hand, suppressing the urge to beat him to a pulp.

“Ever one for challenges, eh Kenichi? That’s very good. But on that note, I’ll be honest with you and reveal that while treating your body I did made a few swipes to confirm rather or not you were akin to the real deal or a mere Chinese knockoff. And safe to say you passed~” Maguro winks, sending you into a serious breakout. Although it was an exaggeration, you no longer saw yourself being considered a pure maiden, A hard-hitting blow that knocks you off your feet.

Practically reduced to leaning over in a slump you start to twitch rather eerie. Just briefly you appeared as someone dead inside not unlike a minus before switching to being unnerving. Following up by breaking into a fit of uncontrolled laughter, Maguro starts to sweat. The hell that he brought upon himself wasn’t going to be something he can easily shrug off. Continuing your psychotic laughing fit you start to reach for the bed. Quickly you lift the furniture like it was a giant fly swatter, terrifying Maguro as it dangles above you. Casting a rather ominous shadow, you start to walk forward to your training.

“Thank you very much for telling the truth. Now I won’t feel bad for acting on my instincts~” You laughed, clinching the bed tightly as your fingers dig deep through the fabric.

“W-What a second! Don’t you think that’s a little overboard for a tsundere.” Maguro mentions, backing a bit from the sight of his impendent doom. You only walk forward in response, not letting him weasel out of divine retribution.

“For garbage like you, I think it’s a rather appropriate amount of tsun. And zero dere.” With a cold, murderous smile, you arch the bed back as you get ready for the swing. “Repeat in hell!! You sibling molesting scum!”

What happened next during that night was a complete blur to you. Perhaps it would be better if you could forget such a moment. But for some reason or another, you felt yourself growing closer to Medaka having fully understood her blight. And by proxy further developing your Diabolous Mode through your violent outrage. The next morning you made your way to the student council office with Hansode. Out of all the people you could lean onto for emotional support, it was oddly comforting being in your childhood friend’s care. Even if it was lace with the stereotypical black humor that Hansode was known for.
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>>3996419

As the two of you end up chatting in between you opening up the door you were rendered speechless by what you see. Standing on the other side of the office’s entrance was Kouki, at the moment he was looking at himself in the mirror. Normally that wouldn’t be concerning to you since he was an individual that took great care in maintaining his appearance. What was all the more nerve-wracking was the fact he was in his underwear. It seems like genre shift or not you were stuck with this rather unfortunate running gag.


“Yo, Kenichi. Pleasant weather today isn’t it?” Kouki smiles, turning his attention to you and Hansode. To which Hansode was pulling out her phone and taking pictures of the stunning hunk that was in front of her. Practically drooling at the sight with heart-shaped pupils, Hansode was not hiding how attracted she was to such a sight.

Keeping your composure you only ended up closing your eyes and smiling at your fellow former delinquent. “Kouki...might I ask what are you doing?”

“Changing into my new uniform of course,” Kouki answers, causing an anger mark to form on the back of your head. You were;t sure if he was playing dumb, teasing you or just downright oblivious but it matters not. It was enough to get you mad.

“THAT’S NOT WHAT I MEANT YOU MORON!” “WHY ARE YOU CHANGING IN THE STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICE!!” You scream, breaking back into your honorable traditionalist mindset and rightfully putting some modesty in the clubhouse.

“Well to make a long story short, Former Captain Nekomi and Lady Medaka came to a decision and allowed me to transfer into the student council as secretary. Since the new captain was chosen, there was no need for me to anchor myself in the judo club anymore. But the Captain, I mean former captain simply divorced me to push me to follow my ambition and goals. Hence why Lady Medaka responded to the former captain’s wishes and made this action possible.” Kouki explains in between putting on his student uniform. Of course, he let Hansode take pictures from all angles and positions for her scrapbook much to your growing flustered furry.

Soon he was now dressed in his student council uniform, secretary armband included on the right side of his biceps. The only change you saw was that he has his blazar exposing his bare manly chest in a manner like Medaka’s attire. “As of today, I, Kouki Akune of class 2-11 have been made student council security! I’m so looking forward to working with you, Kenichi.” In shojo fashion, Kouki kneels to kiss you on the hand, continuing his proper gentleman vibe.

Now reduced to a deep shade of red you start to stumble out the words as more anger marks start to form, representing your growing stress. Clinching your free hand tightly into a fist you muster the strength to break the windows with your booming voice. “..w-wha...WHAT THE HELL!!!”
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>>3996423

And so your daily school life under Hakoniwa Academy has yet again spiraled out of control. For better or worse. The next three weeks of your school went like this. Classes went relatively smoothly as you continue to keep that A student status. You strangely get the feeling thanks to the good grades the teachers just leave you to your own devices. Much like your mother, they were more or less used to the absurdity that abnormalities bring, especially that of body changing skills. At any rate, you manage to keep up a model student image and mingled with several of your classmates during projects. Earning the nickname Mr. Dependable.

When you were out of school you kept to were under the misfortune of being forced to endure the grueling hell of Maguro’s skill camp. During your time there Maguro spent his efforts teaching you how to effectively use skills and deal with the abnormality that comes with them. Being someone who never had a skill before made the training rather grueling for you. But with Maguro’s assistance, the process was far quicker than it would be otherwise. As much as you hated to admit it you needed the experienced trainer’s assistance. Activating a skill through sheer luck and knowing how to willingly use it was two vastly different things.

In addition to teaching, Maguro also committed to the development and progression of your physical training and refinement. Using his beloved sister as a template, Maguro drills into you the same unrivaled prowess to better improve your capabilities in your current form. Strangely enough, it certainly helped with the power output and developing better control of your new forms. With Maguro’s guidance, you transitioned from being only to trigger them through strong emotions and impulses to freely invoking them with conscious effort. Just like with your original body, it was becoming second nature performing martial art feats and physical activity without being self-conscious or distracted.

Keeping true to his word he spent countless hours examining and evaluating your physique through….rather inappropriate methods. Undergoing all of that constantly strangely improved your Mushin training. While not as intended, you manage to reach the third and final step of Mushin, Musō Shinuchi. Unfortunately, it was only rooted through a single subconscious command, through it your body operated on autopilot when dealing with Maguro’s advances. Depending on your mood your body either avoids Maguro’s touch or inflicts harm to him before he can succeed. To think such a skill like Ultra Instinct or Muso Tensei, would have
It’s Autonomous motion and hyper reflexes utilized in such a wasteful manner.
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>>3996450

Therefore, it wasn’t all that surprising that the first skill you end up mastering was 『Ladies and Gentlemen』. Being that it was the skill that got you into this, it was only natural through hard work and perseverance that you would develop it as best as you can. In addition to reawakening it, you spent your time thoroughly making it as flexible as currently possible. It might not have been as flashy as the other skills you accumulated, but through continued practice, you discovered it’s many applications, including the second body factor. As Maguro puts it, it was like a second life or “continue”. Though things like memories and experiences were shared, everything else was separate. Acting akin to a body double, it substitutes the skill holder with their genderswap opposite.


Often with comparable physical and mental attributes, the body double is just as fully synchronized as the “two bodies, one soul” sort of ordeal as it essentially kept the other body in suspended animation inside your soul, keeping it self-sustained and well preserved. So long as one body still exist along with the soul, the other can be remodeled back into operating form. A lot of different applications in light of this has opened up due to this development, even creating the technique Kagemusha. But what stood out most was the description in your head. Another skill ended up appearing in front of you. There was nothing in it but a single tagline, that being 『Reversal of Fortune』 now in development.

Unsure of what it ensures you didn’t stop with your skill training. Although you plan to do more, you settled on being able to use the skills you have currently through conscious effort. The most tricky was the 『The Beginning』 and 『Number One』 given that they were the only supplementary skills you have, the remaining ones being support based. That aside, even with Maguro’s coaching, it seems like it would take additional time decoding the mystery between these two skills and their full capabilities. For now, you settle with knowing the general rundown and focused on improving your talents with 『Mind’s Eye』 and 『Analysis 』 ...through unorthodox methods.

When you weren’t undergoing hellish training, you found time to commit learning from Nekomi. Compared to Maguro the contrast was like heaven and earth. Almost a bit too jarring for you, but you toughen through it as you picked upon Nekomi’s teachings. Like she did with Kouki, Nekomi ends up teaching you moves that today’s judo would find illegal. Despite proofing her status as King of Fouls, you couldn’t help but appreciate the ancient Judo techniques and branched out abbreviations that the art of Jujutsu transitioned into. By the time she was done, you were able to toss and lock people with mere chopsticks of all things. You can’t help but feel that your mother had a hand in shaping Nekomi to who she is.
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>>3996520

In between your activities and responsibilities, you still found time to hang out with your growing cast of friends, Kouki especially. It’s been ages since you last hanged out with your delinquent bro and you were making up for lost time. Like Namida and Medaka, he was one of the few people who didn’t give you any slack with your current predicament. Although, the shoujo vibes were ramped up dramatically considering how many checklists the perfect student filled out. Still, you were able to relax around the former destroyer. Strangely his presence made the student council office more comfortable for you. Of course, you also committed to spending time with Medaka, sometimes both of them both during and after work.

As for the Kendo club, you continue to instruct your fellow students when the opportunity arises. In the month and a couple of weeks since being Kendo club captain, you saw the former delinquents making exceptional stride in improvement. They were already considered to be top class first dan kendo practitioners. Hyuuga, Mahibi, and Namida was the ones who show the most improvement. With their talent and growing notoriety, they soon became the big three of the Kendo club. More shocking was the constant flow of newcomers as they were devoted to learning from you. For better or worse your Fanclub ended up being a strong contributor to your new members.

Preparation for the upcoming regionals in a month was naturally a top priority. However, it didn’t stop you from setting something nice for your growing club. As spring was winding down, you took the kendo club and the remainder of your friends for cherry blossom viewing. Through everybody’s combine efforts you were able to throw a pretty extravagant banquet between friends. A party not unlike the straw hat pirates, you did a massive array of merry shenanigans and activities Oddly it was through this endeavor that your relationship with Namida furthered in the positives. Although baby steps, Namida was slowly tempering her traditionalist speech and become more modern and easier to approach. She was showing genuine happiness at meeting you, even if the first impressions weren’t desirable by either of you.
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>>3996528

Closing the night with fireworks, you commit the entire experience of this weekend to memory. Surrounded by strangers, associates and former enemies now turned friends, you felt the size of your heart growing more in a metaphorical sense. When left to yourself to soak in the beauty, you were greeted by Medaka. By sharing a rather insightful talk between equals, you came to see a more human side of Medaka. With all of her superhuman stunts and achievement, there were times where you have forgotten that deep down she was still a teenage girl, a rather lonely one at that. An act that slowly remedied itself as Hyuuga of all people led the others to Medaka, lifting her spirits to the point of tears. You ended up smiling, now feeling reassured about your next plan.

As the three weeks came to a close you were currently looking at your phone while waiting for the train barricade to give the go-ahead to walk through and make your way into Suisou Academy. Currently dressed in the standard green uniform, you take one last look at your hair due as you fix the braided ponytail. In retrospect, it felt self-defeating having to transform back into a girl outside of training with Maguro as you managed to change back freely within the fourth day of the first week of training. But deep down you knew how necessary it was for operation black bancho breaking entry. As you ponder this, you reflect pack to your phone as Hansode’s name was on the call menu.


“Call me a broken record for saying this. But re you absolutely sure you want to do this Kenichi? You already managed to get most of your memories back. And from what you told me is that you making some serious strive with your gains. For instance, you can freely transform back between genders with just the flick of the wrist.” Hansode asks, dropping her usual shtick considering the gravity of the situation.

“Yeah I know it sounds so unbelievably stupid and unreasonable. Maguro already gave me an earful for deciding to do something so ridiculously idiotic. It’s like you have an intimate relationship with danger.” You say with a sigh, holding the phone to your side while watching the train coming closer

“Hey, you said it not me,” Hansode answers, still finding time to make jokes. “Really nobody would make fun of you if you turn down. I can’t picture you getting over your trauma so quickly with just three weeks of intense training. And that tidbit of information could just be a case of mistaken identity.”
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>>3996551

Thinking about it for a moment, you crack open a nervous smile as you finally drop your poker face to be more convincing with your true feelings. “Truth be told, you’re right. I’m scared crazy about what I’m doing. Nobody knows better than me how terrifying he can be. I lived through Bookmaker, yet I don’t know what new kind of minus he has. The only clues I have are 『Trans Fiction』and 『Science Fiction』. It’s rather upsetting that even now I can’t deduce what they are.”

“Then that’s why you should-” Hansode says, right until you cut her off with your next statement.

“Shouldn’t go, am I right Hansode?” You ask, silencing the worried childhood friend as you take the time to notice the goosebumps on your skin. The minus known as Bookmaker may not be active anymore, but that didn’t stop the trauma still inside as you fight against the post-traumatic stress disorder through deep breathing.

“I know walking into the enemy’s territory is suicide. And I’m still terrified of Kumagawa. But even so, I need to see it from my own eyes rather or not the one who’s been taking down schools is Kumagawa, that is if he is in Suisou Academy. And if he is on both accounts, how long do you think it’ll be before he comes to the sister school Hakoniwa Academy? If Suisou falls then Hakoniwa will be next, that being if Medaka’s very presence doesn’t keep him away. If it’s my fault Kumagaw ended this way, then I’m going to be the one to correct it.” You explain, calming yourself down as you try to reassure Hansode.

“What about Medaka and Kouki? Don’t you think you should tell them first hand about your plan?” Hansode argues, growing more upset by the second.
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>>3996556

“Kouki has been busy filling his part with the student council. For instance, did you know he’s currently tackling a case with Ms. Kenna Yatsushiro about helping her write a love letter to her crush? Medaka, on the other hand, is still doing the work for three council members. And I already spent the week before putting myself far ahead in work. The Kendo Club has gotten to the level where I don’t need to keep every single waking moment observing them. Mahibi, Hiryu, and Namida are the shining stars of the club. Aria and Isagi are training hard for the next competition, Urushi is living life to the fullest with her pets, and even that big doofus Hisshuu is coming around and enjoying school life in earnest. Everyone is working hard and enjoying themselves “ As you speak from the heart, you start to close your eyes to reflect on everyone who you met. Once again strength starts to come from within as the shaking finally stops.


“...I don’t want these peaceful days to end.” You smile sincerely at Hansode, staring at the train as it starts passing by you. “Don’t talk me out of it Hansode. I’m doing this. I made a promise to myself to find the rest of my memories. And to overcome this challenge. So I’m not backing down or running away from it. Never again.” As you declare this, a certain brunette haired woman can only be smiling in the distance of your memory. Still obscured by a bleaching effect, you can still make out the person as Vice-President, Ms. Peace of mind.

“Fine. I won’t ask about it anymore. By the way, remind me again what name did you decide on when I handed you the papers for the transfer.” Hansode asks, admitting defeat at your stubbornness.

“Keikō Onizuka” You muttered

“Very on the nose for its meaning, Ms. Blessed Hill of Demons. Anyway, if you’re going for infiltration and assassination like a true-born ninja, wouldn’t it be better if you went in the form most comfortable for you?“ Hansode questions.
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>>3996568

“First off, don’t treat my desire to reform and beat the crap out of Kumagawa as attempted murder. Secondly, don’t make fun of my naming scheme, it’s devil cool!. Thirdly, this is Kumagawa we’re talking about. It’ll be too suspicious if I transfer as a boy. He may play the fool but he isn’t one. He’ll see right through my ninja description. Ladies and Gentlemen is necessary. Not to mention while I been great strives on recovery, my original body is still not at 100%. Therefore I can’t use any of the skills and techniques I learned. I’d be inviting my downfall if I go in like that. At least with this body, I have a fighting chance if anything goes wrong. And finally…” You lecture Hansode, keeping your eye on the train. When it came to the last reason, you start to make a melancholy look on your face.

“Kumagawa has a weakness for girls. So like it or not, this is the most suited form for infiltration.” You mention, feeling your sprit drop as you were walking into a similar but different kind of hell.

“You know, this is oddly sounding like a popular Shojo-ish plot. The fair magical girl traveling into enemy territory, seeking to find the male lead that they were antagonizing one another for countless chapters, until that crucial moment their true identity is revealed and tragedy stroke. Now to save that person from the darkness, the Magicial Heroine charges forward based solely on love as she finally acknowledges her feelings for the bad boy. And hoping to break him out of his heel turn and return him to the light.” Hansode describes, giving you a rather vivid imagery of being coupled with Misogi Kumagawa, you being sailor moon and him being the mysterious tuxedo mask.

“..Hansode? Why must you hurt me? Did I do something wrong? Did I forget to apologize and bow for something.” You ask, crying tears of blood at the realization. Hansode reels back as she practically feels your negativity and sorrow.

“N-no, I understand. I’m sorry for putting such a horrible thought into your head.” Hansode answers, studdering out of worry at your current state of mind. “Anyway, the body double will make sure to cover your roles as Kenichi Hakumasa in his original glory while you’re away. And I’ll keep it a secret from everyone.”
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>>3996575

“Thanks, Hansode.” You smile, feeling it lifting your spirits as you start to commit to the mission.

“Don’t thank me, Kenichi, because…” As Hansode pause, the train finally passes through as the gates open. Standing on the other side of the gate was the same petite blue-haired lass, now clad in the same uniform as yourself.

“..I’m coming along with you. You can’t expect me to watch my idiot childhood friend dive into hell by himself?” Hansode smiles, giving a genuine one as she beacons you forward.

>How do you respond?

>Have a touching moment with Hansode before walking together to Suisou Academy
>Argue with Hansode and try to convince her to go back
>Go brain dead and take a moment to regather your thoughts
>Lecture Hansode about her responsibilities and pointing out the dangers
>Other [write-in]
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>>3996578
>>Have a touching moment with Hansode before walking together to Suisou Academy
We'd know her feelings even without Mind's Eye. She's already well aware of anything we'd lecture her about and she'll be damned if we try to make her back off. Just gotta embrace and be happy that this baka ass loli is willing to do this.
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>>3996578
>Lecture Hansode about her responsibilities and pointing out the dangers
>Have a touching moment with Hansode before walking together to Suisou Academy
Oh hey, she's actually putting off her real job as a double to help us? What a whole new world this is. Good to have an actual Minus with us.
For the record, its criminal how Hansode got sidelined for most of the manga, Unknown Shiranui would have been way better otherwise.
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>>3996599

Perhaps the first real thing aside from deciding to be your best friend she decided on her own. Character development right there. And I'm hoping to give characters that were overall sidelined the justice they deserve.

Also to those who are still in it, I promise you after the Suisou infiltration will go back to the original bancho best boy, Kenichi.
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>>3996578
>>Have a touching moment with Hansode before walking together to Suisou Academy
Kiss the girl.
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>>3996578
>Have a touching moment with Hansode before walking together to Suisou Academy
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>>3996588
>>3996599
>>3996706
>>3996718

“Hansode?! Why the hell are you here?! Don’t you know that his dangerous!” You yell, a mix of shock and anger as you walk your way to Hansode. The pouting look on her face already told you she was expecting a more positive reaction.

Bulling up her hands into fists, Hansode quickly disappears from your sight. You dart your eyes around, trying to look for Hansode. Only to then reappear right below you for a powerful sky uppercut to the chin. The force of her blow was enough to reel you despite anchoring your feet deep into the ground. Hansode was the human equivalent to a dung beetle with her herculean strength when she was serious. Considering who she has to support it makes perfect sense why someone who would otherwise be considered a joke character to be suddenly so strong. Keeping yourself from passing out, you pull your body back into place and relocate your dislocated jaw in hotblooded fashion.

“I can say the same to you, Kenichi! Suisou Academy is the number one school in japan. It’s more than just the sister school of Hakoniwa Academy. It’s the pinnacle of the elites, the centerfold resting at the top of the summit. Unlike with Hakoniwa where it’s a sandbox that is boundless in its freedom and moldable status, Suisou Academy is a bottomless fish tank filled with dominating sovereignty. Everything they do revolves around limiting those who walk its school to its specific jurisdictions, all for the sake of creating paradise. Only the very best of the best go there, so the chances of running into abnormals are tremendously high.” Hansode shouts, lecturing you as you quickly recover from attack. All that training with Maguro and medicine did well for your healing factor.

“That’s all the more reason why I have to go. I knew that factor the moment I came up with this plan. I might have failed with Hakoniwa to keep a low profile and be a normal, average everyday student. But I’m the same person I was since then. So if you’re coming here to tell me to don’t act like an idiot and think things through then-” Before you could continue any further you caught the glimpse of Hansode breaking into tears. She still has an angry scowl on her face but refrains from hitting you yet again.
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>>3996783

“Stupid! Don’t you think I don’t already know what you’re going to say?! “ Hansode screams, steaming over with rage as she grits her teeth. Rarely you saw Hansode ever losing her composure even when she drops her “mask”, but even rarer was when she was angry. “Have you forgotten in your oath to me! Do you only know what Medaka thinks?! I thought the devil bancho who transcends human limitations wouldn’t be so shallow!”

“No matter how far we travel, no matter where we are, no matter how long time passes….we’re always connected. You and I, Kenichi Hakumasa. Those were your words when you discovered that I was to be taken back to my village during that winter in seventh grade to complete my training... ” As Hansode says this you start to flicker into a brief flashback. It was during that time. It was a short flicker but you recall Hansode, standing in front of the riverbank crying. A younger Kenichi walking over to her with pinkie out to serve as the mean to seal the contract after saying those words.

Snapping back to reality, you begin to register the scene and the meaning it has for the both of you. It was during that time you learned about the Shiranui village and its role to be doppelgangers for important people. Like the Kurokami as you ultimately put two and two together after meeting with Medaka’s father during a business trip with your father. Realizing this fact you come to understand just what exactly Hansode was risking by coming here. To Hansode, her friendship with you was far more important than her duty. Upon understanding that, you drop to your knees.

Breaking down into tears you swiftly grab Hansode and put her into a hug. “You dumbass! “

Shocked for only just a moment, Hansode soon shifts into a teary eye smile before hugging you back. “Takes one to know one!” The two of you ended up crying and laughing at the other’s idiocy. Then again, it was okay. Because people do stupid, crazy things for the things they loved most. In this case, it was the platonic love between the two of you.
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>>3996789

After letting it all out, you finally let go and take a deep sigh of relief. Feeling just as calm as ACDC whenever he solves his rampant emotions by crying. “Sorry, Hansode. I guess I got a little carried away and nearly forgotten something important.” You say, offering your pinkie to Hansode.

Smiling at this Hansode quickly locks her pinkie with yours before shaking it. “Good! I’m glad you understand. Cause the next time you make have to drop my mask to say something as cheesy as that. I really wil devour you, Kenichi.”

“Are you sure about that? I’ll give you a mean case of indigestion.” You tease, slowly rising back up to your feet and helping Hansode up.

“Don’t underestimate me. I eat cows fatter than your bulbous bubble butt!” Hansode boasts, taking a confident pose as she returns to her usual carefree and smug bug self.

“Excuse you! I’m only thick because I’m packed with mainly muscle! Not fat! My BWH is one hundred and eight centimeters, sixty-two centimeters and ninety-four centimeters!” You argue, not letting yourself be ashamed about your body as you reflect upon your discovery of using Analysis to be able to see a female’s three sizes. A fact you mainly kept to yourself as you didn’t want to empathize with Maguro on that level.

“A girl shouldn’t openly reveal her three sizes so carelessly! And wipe off that smug look on your face. You’re only beating a Medaka Kurokami that isn’t eating meat!” Hansode argues, jabbing you on your side in response to your smug face. It was disgustingly sickening at how well the two of you got along. Back then and even now.
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>>3996789

Once touching moment recedes the two of you begin your trip up the hill and down the path to Suisou Academy. Naturally, during the trip, you apologized over putting Hansode role in jeopardy. To which Hansode counteracts that if she let you go off by yourself or continue to play ignorant to the one that causes Medaka such a deep scar, then she really will be failing her job. You couldn’t help but be impressed at Hansode using that loophole to change the rules and get the support of the Kagemushas to take their place as you and Hansode travel into Suisou Academy. Not that you were complaining, especially with your perfect attendance on the line.

Arriving at your destination you were met with quite the contrast between the two schools. Unlike Hakoniwa, Suisou looks more like an actual school. A school that’s truly made for the very best of the best elites, but a school that’s grounded in pragmatism. You couldn’t help but wonder if things were different if you would’ve ended up in such a down to earth school with your academic record. Regardless of the thought, you travel inside alongside Hansode. Keeping on your toes, you casually scan the surrounding. That said, it seems that you were drawing quite the set of onlookers...due to obvious reasons.

>What do you do?

>Follow protocol and stick to a low profile for now
>At the first chance start snooping around/asking about Kumagawa
>Head directly to the student council to asks them about Kumagawa
>Other [write-in]
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>>3996797

just to clarify, you don't know about Ihiko or Hanten. But other than that you are aware of the Shiranui ninja-like operation and stuff that wouldn't be crucial top-secret information. Also, you were ordered by both your father and Medaka's to not reveal the double role to Medaka of all people. It also pays to be connected to Ajimu personally.
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>>3996797
>>Follow protocol and stick to a low profile for now
Loser or not, when it comes to a battle of wits Kumagawa has us beat. Searching for him at the very start is just asking for trouble.
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>>3996797
>Follow protocol and stick to a low profile for now
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>>3996797
>Follow protocol and stick to a low profile for now
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>>3996797
>Follow protocol and stick to a low profile for now
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>>3996797
>>Follow protocol and stick to a low profile for now
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>>3996805
>>3996814
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>>3997046

Naturally, acting like your typical self would draw unwanted attention to yourself. Well, more unwanted attention, your appearance alone was catching a few on glances. Compare to Maguro these stares were a none threat that you brushed it off. On that note, your current guise made you appear like the very shoujo heroine who’s ordinary. All the more perfect, precisely why your uniform wasn’t altered, nor was there anything abnormal sticking out. Like Hansode mentioned Suisou is an elitist school so going against the school uniform was just asking for retaliation. Such a thing was the last thing that you want, especially with an opponent like Kumagawa as the main target.

As humiliating as it was to admit it, in terms of strategy and wit Misogi Kumagawa is a much higher grade than yourself. Now you weren’t an idiot, or a battle savvy bruiser like Medaka if anything when it came to it you were highly intelligence, tactical, observant, and innovative. A cunning trickster, unlike the stereotypical typical shonen protagonist. Often it led to people undercutting your achievements or underestimating you till its too late, but not Kumagawa. Because he knows the weaknesses and mindsets of others, he is rarely showing signs of true carelessness or lapse in judgment. He’s full of weaknesses but all those weaknesses cancel each other out or deceive his enemies, causing them to drop their guard or lose focus.

You didn’t need Analysis to figure out such facts nor Mind’s Eye to interpret the mindset of Kumagawa. Perhaps it’s your sharp wit and keen observation that made it fitting that you developed your rendition of the skill. Even so, you still weren’t confident to be careless and “underestimate” Kumagawa despite having the skill. There were too many unknown variables in the equation to force for a quick yet direct confrontation. For now, you decide to play it slow and steady, like the tortoise. On that note, a part of your brain was comprising your current predicament to the strategic battles found in Jojo’s Bizzare Adventure. It was just as bizarre that such a thing as everyday school life could be akin to that of chess or shogi.

After going through the registration procedure at the main office, both you and Hansode stroll your way into class 1-1. Traveling through the hallways of Suisou Academy was giving you a strange vibe. A feeling of queasy due to how completely normal the school building was. Sure you feel the aura of authority around you, but it was the completely normal atmosphere that was affecting you. Not a single person was unfriendly towards you and Hansode. At the same time, they weren’t exactly affectionate. A lukewarm balance that feels tranquil but hollow. Putting that aside you awaited outside as the teacher begins to cover the topic of transfer students. Once he gave the signal you walked inside with careful casualness.
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>>3997361

“Hello, my name is Keikō Onizuka, I’m fifteen years old, a transfer student from Kyūkō Middle School, nice to meet you all. First off, my hobbies are artistic based, such as Gardening and Calligraphy, I like to read and have read many different kinds of fiction, there aren’t many things I like and things I hate as they’re all the same to me. As for dreams, I suppose you can say I want to be a writer or even a mangaka. Anyway, I look forward to getting to know every one of you.” You spoke, finishing up your introduction with a proper bow in Yamato Nadeshiko fashion. Quickly the class eases up to you due to you keeping up a rather convincing demure demeanor for first impressions instead of a boisterous one like a certain someone.

Left to your own devices, you underwent picking the seat second to the right near the window. Like you, Hansode manages to give a convincing introduction to the class. Perhaps even more so as they saw her as being cheerful and softspoken, making them think of Doraemon. A sort of twist on Hansode’s typical impressive but it was highly effective nonetheless. While keeping aware of your surroundings, you commit to being ordinary and approachable. Again, that feeling of uneasiness continues to linger as you went through the day. Unlike with Hakoniwa, Suisou didn’t have any split classes. Normal, Special, Abnormal, and even Minus, all of them were in the same general class rather than kept isolated.

Doing so left a stronger case of normality and mundane serenity. Just like a normal school.
For instance, classes while strict was very easy for you. Math, History, Social studies and English, all of these classes was simple for you to manage. But keeping up with the image you only shoot for the average and kept to a low profile. In short, it was the normal school life that you always wanted. It was almost too easy for you to set yourself in and go with the flow. Mood whiplash couldn’t begin to explain the unsettling feeling. Maybe deep down you truly like how out of wack your daily life in Hakoniwa Academy became. Not a single day went by where you were bored, Medaka gave you too much for such concerns.

As you reflect upon this during lunchtime, someone would begin walking towards you and Hansode upon heading to get a meal. It was an upperclassman, a young woman with short brunette hair, although far more reddish than yours by comparison. The most noticeable thing about her was the fact she was wearing a surgical mask. Judging from her timid and shy expression and body gestures, you get the strong impression that she was unlucky klutz type. The only other thing of value was the armband around her arm. It has the title general affairs manager written on it.
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>>3997407

“Hey umm...if it’s not too much of a bother, mind if I speak with you two. It’ll only be a quick, I promise.” The mysterious woman asks, fidgeting a bit as you turn to look at her.

“Hmm, aren’t you suppose to give your name first before asking for a conversation?” Hansode points out, causing the mysterious brunette to fumble for forgetting something so important. It was strangely cute.

“You’re right, my bad. My name is Saki Sukinasaki and I’m a third-year student in class four. But I’m also the student council’s General Affairs Manager. I know it might be sudden but I just need the two of you to come with me for a moment. There’s someone I need you to meet with.” Saki says, looking you in the with those innocently light brown eyes. There wasn't any sign of ill-will.

>Go with Saki and meet with the student president
>Politefully decline and try to reschedule
>Make an excuse and hope she buys it
>Ask Saki some questions [write in what you want to know]
>Other [write-in]
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Saki herself
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>>3997412
>Politefully decline and try to reschedule
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>>3997412
>>Ask Saki some questions [write in what you want to know]
>Who is this person?
If she outright says the student council president, ask why and what they're like - after all, we're being called up all of a sudden, we're nervous and don't want to make the wrong impression as new students. Shouldn't be enough to raise her suspicion. If she outright says Kumagawa or we can deduce that it's him, we can be better mentally prepared for it.
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>>3997412
>>Politefully decline and try to reschedule
Alright, first issue; the mind rapist. The one that's not Oudo.
We can already tell how unsettling everything is here so when the cat is out of the bag she'll be the first to go down.
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>>3997433
Gotta support this
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>>3997433
Supporting.
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>>3997433

“ Who, pray tell is this someone that we need to meet with?” You ask, giving a soft smile of comfort and pleasantry to Saki. You know first hand that it wasn’t about your identity due to how thorough Hansode is with forging documents such as this. So judging from the timidity of the senior, it must have been something relating to the student council.

“Um. Yes, I can tell you that on the way, but I want you two to come with me for a bit. Only just for a short while, I promise.” Aki pleads, showing that nervous spunkiness that sold her as a Genki klutz kind of girl.

Both you and Hansode look at each other, briefly sweatdropping with a smile before you turn your head back to her. “See, I’m a person who doesn’t want to make a wrong impression, especially first-time ones. So I feel as new students we should know what necessary steps should be done for a smooth relationship.“ Selling yourself further you start to scratch your head and present a rather timid and shy expression.

“Hmm, yeah that seems reasonable enough. Alright, I’ll tell you about the person I want you to meet so you can make a good impression.” Saki nods, folding her arms together as she begins to grasps the situation. However, her face starts to look worrisome upon thinking about that person. “Although...I have to admit its rather….hard to get yourself tuned to that guy’s wavelength.”

“That guy? You mean the one you want us to see?” Hansode asks.

“Yes, it the student body president. He’s a transfer student just like the two of you.” Saki explains, causing both you and Hansode to slowly become distressed.
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>>3997662

“So that means he’s only been in office for a short amount of time?” Hansode asks, tilting her head a bit as she fishes for information.

Saki nods meekly as she adverts her eyes towards the ground. "Just recently I’m afraid. Previously there was a falling out with him and the previous president, Aki Jakago. In a confrontation, he managed to completely trump the entire student council singlehandedly. Therefore he earned the right to be the new student council president. After all, Suisou Academy runs on monarchy through Social Darwinism. Aki was unfortunately not strong enough to secure her long reign and now it’s under the victor’s control.”

Hearing that statement just now made you quickly reevaluate the nature of this school. Competitiveness doesn’t compare to the sheer absurdity that a stance that adopts the survival of the fittest brings. Ironic that such a sign of abnormality would put you at ease if only briefly. The real concern was the fact that someone was strong enough to beat the long-time president and her council simultaneously. There was one person that comes to mind but you didn’t have any concrete proof.

“Forgive me for asking but what are they’re like? “ You ask, keeping the friendliness and masking your true feelings to avoid giving yourself away.

“Well, he’s an unbelievable guy! He has no sense of restraint or direction. Nothing he does goes as he likes and he seems to never go as others would have liked. He’s chaos incarnate. One minute you can have a meaningful conversation with him and the next he’s talking about the philosophical values of a girl’s panty color. Nothing seems to ever get to him except for his shonen jump books. If I were to put it, it’s like his brain is rotten from all the manga he reads. He doesn’t even remember what he does and always changes his mind. It’s crazy!” Saki exclaims loudly, moving her arms and legs wildly in a panic. Although over the top, her frantic yelling was well justified especially if it was “that man” running the show.

Sweating a bit at her tossing and turning, you close your eyes and force yourself to keep a smile. “It sounds like he’s quite the bothersome president. I feel sorry for you.” Before you fully opened your eyes you were soon met with Saki leaning over with a crybaby expression from your growing sympathy.
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>>3997668

Quickly Saki leaps forward and jumps directly against you in dramatic fashion. Taking off guard by this you was now wrapped in a tight hug by Saki as she balls her eyes out against your cleavage. “Aaah, thank you so much! Finally, someone who understands how troublesome it is working with an unpredictable maverick like him. This past week I feel like I’d aged by ten years by his latest stunt against Fude Ezumachi. Just thinking about how he won sends goosebumps down my spine.” Saki smiles, or at least you think she did as she sniffles. A slight look of disgust quickly forms, you still forcing yourself to smile, right eye twitching constantly.

“That really does sound rough. So who, may we ask is the name of such a troublesome person?” Hansode awkwardly chuckling, impressed at the fact you were able to suppress the urge to act on your instincts and react violently. Saki was obviously not a pervert but being so uneased by the situation was keeping you rather tense and on guard.

Slowly Saki pulls herself from your body, letting go of the hug and silently bowing before turning to Hansode. “I believe his name was, Misogi Kumagawa.”

And just like that, the color on your face went completely pale.

>How do you proceed?

>Deep breathing and meditation until you can calm yourself down
>Try your best to grin and bear it before agreeing to go with Saki
>Request to Saki about making a meeting after lunch
>Fall over and pass out
>Subconciously pray for something to get you out of this [roll 1d100]
>Other [write-in]
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>>3997675
>>Request to Saki about making a meeting after lunch
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>>3997675
>Request to Saki about making a meeting after lunch
We can spin the paleness as extreme hunger or something?
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>>3997675

>Subconciously pray for something to get you out of this [roll 1d100]

Curious, let's try
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>>3997675

Also just to be clear. You have been making strives towards overcoming the fear and getting your life back in order. But facing an echo and facing the real thing are to completely different experiences. The PTSD isn't gone just because Bookmaker is MIA.

Hence why you're still scared shitless. Just wanted to explain that,
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>>3997683
>>3997679
Supporting both, let's gamble
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>>3997675
>>Request to Saki about making a meeting after lunch
Need to calm down and make a game plan with Hansode.

>>3997679
Anemia? I've heard it as an excuse a couple of times in anime. Maybe we can spin our little demure, timid act into a fragile one. It can be our excuse for needing to delay until later as well - turn this traumatic weakness to further our own objective.
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>>3997678
>>3997679
>>3997683
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>>3997694

Convenient excuse it is, but I'm feeling generous so take the roll if you want it. I'll be writing in the meantime.
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Rolled 60 (1d100)

>>3997727
2
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Rolled 83 (1d100)

>>3997727
NUMBER
ONE
IS THE LONELIEST
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5ab8BOu4LE
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Rolled 58 (1d100)

>>3997727
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Happy New Year! From whatever time zone this is.
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>>3997727


A sharp pain starts to envelop you, rushing throughout the body as the pain was worst at your chest. Clutching your chest tightly you begin to start panting. While not to the point of hyperventilation it was still rough on you as you labored shallow breaths. Knees begin to shake and rattle, goosebumps spreading quickly across the skin, the drop in heat as your body begins to get colder. Pushed to the point of numbness you quickly try to get yourself under control from this sudden panic Try as you may, it was ultimately rendered futile as your body just continue to buckle underneath the pressure.

To the outside view, it may have been only just a couple of seconds but each second was slowed down immensely. For you, it feels like an eternity having to deal with this impending doom. And why was that? Why was it happening? Where did that courageous bravado go? As you raddle your brain trying to figure out what’s going on, another sensation starts to hit you in the heart. Forcing you to drop to your knees, another memory starts to flow in your mind. Lying in a comatose state on your bed where you felt like nothing matters, a single tear brushed across your eye as your heart suddenly stops. No pulse or reaction...a true clinical death.


...That’s right….I…did die that day. Taking a dozen more Bookmaker screws in addition to the one in my chest….the sheer amount of minus energy overload me, putting me into cardiac arrest. My mind shattered and my heart stopped beating. Even with mom’s martial arts saving me in the end, I still experienced….death. As you came to realize this fact, you slumped over to hide the stone-cold look of terror on your face. Physically it looks like you were merely coming under the weather, keeping Saki rather confused and unaware of the truth. Mentally, however, you were feeling tremendous frustration over the process, which in turn further feeds your growing anxiety. You couldn’t bring yourself to understand why now of all places would you just freeze up and fall apart like this.

“Are you alright? She looks pale.” Saki asks, genuine concern about the frozen girl trembling in the hallway. Before she could take another step, Hansode takes charge by stepping in between, obscuring your face as she takes over.

“She’s just a little worn out and needs to recover her stamina. Keikō is rather feeble due to her Anemia. She needs food to treat this withdrawal and extreme hunger. Also, she’s very shy and needs someone with her so I’ll have to accompany Keiko and help her out.” Hansode smile, slowly picking you up by the arm and lifting you on to her back. “I’m really sorry about this. But can we reschedule the meeting until she’s better?”
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>>3997816

Saki remains puzzled for a moment before shaking her head. “Oh is that so? Well, I wouldn’t want her to suffer from Anemia. I’ll talk to Kumagawa about this and see if he will accept the request to reschedule at a later date Haori Shinakumo. Tell Keiko that I’m sorry for interrupting her at an important time.” Saki replies, clapping her feet together before giving a salute. Hansode merely nods as the two parties went their separate direction.

As Hansode carries you piggyback style, you could only cling to Hansode shoulders. Slowly coming to your senses you begin to cry tears of anger. Breaking down like that may have been the better choice in coming up with a proper strategy. As well as uncovering the missing piece to your trauma as the memories were getting clearer. But for the first time in a very long time, you were rendered helpless. And acknowledging that made his sickening aura all the more easier to sense. Feeling that pulsation of minus energy even now through your skin despite the distance. At this point, you were reduced to bundling up your remaining spirit, clinging with whatever strength you have, trying to summon a miracle or even praying for one.

It’s alright. It’s okay to be afraid. Fear is not a weakness nor a sin. Calm down and address it, acknowledge the threat but don’t let it control you. Fighting back in fear is the farthest path from true courage. Knowing that is the first step towards overcoming your “trauma” A voice suddenly echoes inside of you. It was stern and strict but also warm and soothing, almost familiar to you as you begin to listen to the sage advice. It felt like...a mother’s love. Almost immediately something begins to appear in the corner of your vision. A single pop up menu appears as Analysis was kicking in. Looking at the mysterious pop-up box, you would see a single title as you see it unlocking itself. 『Mother's Task』

>How do you proceed?
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>>3997822

So to recap, you experienced bookmaker, got impaled with it 12 more times, lost something precious in addition to your memories due to all the sealing and minus energy, and suffered death, however, temporarily it was. If that's the abyss of rock bottom then I don't know what is.
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>>3997822
>How do you proceed?
Take deep breaths, try to relax and go back to lunch.

Alright, I'm certain now that The Beginning is giving us new skills when we're trying to do something that can't be done under our own power. First we get Ladies and Gentlemen when our body is too weak to channel its power, then we get Parasite Seeing when we try to empathize with other people, and now we get Mother's Task when we're too stressed out to control our reaction to Kumagawa's aura. It's a skill that reaches out and duplicates other skills when we really need them.
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>>3997829
Supporting
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>>3997822
>Go somewhere quiet and peaceful (e.g nurse's office) to relax and meditate
>Return to class before lunchtime ends, thanking our very good and quick-witted friend on the way
We can talk up a game plan for confronting Kumagawa by making it sound like planning for a "meeting with the student council president." Stuff like "maybe we should be eager and excited" to indicate a head-on, direct approach.
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>>3997993
+1
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>>3997829
>>3997993

Dumbfounded by the sudden appearance of the skill, you begin to use 『Anayslis』 on the mysterious skill and packing its function. Although bizarre it seems that it was a highly versatile skill that gave the user the ability to do anything considered motherly, womanly or even connected to raising children at unparalleled levels. It was very generous as to what can be considered and how it can be applied, giving it a rather deja vu vibe to 『Ladies and Gentlemen』 but on a greater scale. You can’t help but wonder if it was the more obscene or absurd skills that secretly ending up being the most dangerous once fully realized. Thinking about it rather closely you reminisce about your mother Hitomi. When she wasn’t in badass Grandmaster mode she was essentially supermom to you.

Anything you can think of that a mother or a lady can do, she can perform it at unreasonable capabilities if not supernatural levels entirely. She has a knack for making the impossible possible like a genuine gag manga character. Thus, that’s when it begins to hit you as you know only one other person besides your best friend who was essentially a gag character that could fit the description of where such a skill could come from. Reading the document of 『Mother's Task』 only made that feeling more and more true as you think back to 『 Invincible East』. It then begs the question of just how many “skills” does Hitomi Hakumasa have? For now, you were willing to put that to side as you close your eyes and mentally thank your mother. Being in such a loving embrace slowly made you stop trembling and start returning to stability.

Once you arrived at the nurse’s office you took some time to yourself while Hansode went off to get lots of food. Leaving you to regain your balance through meditation and deep breathing. Of course, before then you ended up puking in a bucket from the minus energy you were feeling from Kumagawa’s aura. Compared to last time, it seems his strength was at full force. Unsurprising considering if Kumagawa is the one shutting down schools then for the past three years he was fighting the elites alone. Therefore, his power didn’t deteriorate and become docile like Medaka. All the more giving you the impression that Kumagawa possibly planned this. How could such a person be thinking so far into the future? Or if it was just paranoia from fear.
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>>3998485

The more you thought about it, the more you begin to second-guessing yourself. If that was the case then even with the echo in your dreams, there shouldn’t be such a difference in quality. But then you remember that it was only the remnants of Kumagawa’s will. So compared to the real thing its only natural that his presence would have such an effect. No, his sickening aura may have even gotten stronger since then. Much stronger. Even without your acute sensitivity, it was exceptionally hard to tolerate how such a person could carry such a presence. It got you thinking if Medaka had at any point in your life prior turn on you and became your enemy, could you withstand her Alpha Presence? Shaking your head to clear your thoughts, you focused on what’s in front of you.

Eventually, you find yourself reaching a state of tranquility with brief assistance from Diabolus mode. The training with Maguro and mental growth has been making it easier to transform and regulate energy output and stamina consumption. Currently, you can achieve a pseudo Diabolous mode where your hair briefly glimmers with the azure streaks and radiating the aura. Once reunited with Hansode, you start talking about your next course of action. But not before thanking Hansode for the save, to which Hansode began the long lecture after listening to your story about what happened to you in your mindscape with Kumagawa. You had no comebacks to her brutal honesty as she picks apart your recklessness and overconfidence.

After apologizing and reflecting on hasty action, the two of you went to discussing the game plan. Naturally, the two of you discuss through coded messages since you were on enemy territory. Masking your words through stereotypical words and phrases that wouldn’t be unusual for highschool gossip. At first, you try to remedy your slipup by orchestrating a direct approach, to which Hansode immediately shot down. Hitting you hard with cold hard facts, Hansode points out the overwhelming advantages that Kumagawa carries despite your new gains. Try as you may you couldn’t convince Hansode that the current you were ready for a straightforward confrontation with Kumagawa yet. So unanimously it was decided to postpone the meeting as long as possible to gather more information and build up resistance.
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>>3998505

When lunch was over the two of you head back to the classroom and prepare for the remaining classes, starting with physical education. Dressed in gym clothing did you find yourself having to do the daily fitness regiments. Sticking to the now established frailty you kept your performance in the gym to only somewhat passable levels. As much as you could run circles on the other students, it was foolish to make your actions have any contradictions and cause suspicion. After physical education was science to which you held much better freedom in showing your skills. At this point, your image on Suisou Academy made you out to be more of a delicate egghead who’s only good at mental stuff rather than physical.

Finally, as the day was coming to a close you find yourself helping out with clean up. Well, as much as the class would allow a seemingly frail beauty to do. In the meantime, you start to think of your next objective and where to go from there.

>What do you do next after school?

>Find out all you can for information about Aki Jakago
>Look for Saki Sukinasaki and ask some question [write-in what you want to know]
>Continue laying low and building your reputation by joining a club [write-in which]
>Head home and sleep for now, try again on operation Kumagawa tomorrow when you’re better.
>Other [write-in]
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>>3998517
>>Find out all you can for information about Aki Jakago
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>>3998517
>>Find out all you can for information about Aki Jakago
I really really don't want to spend more time in this school than is necessary, and especially don't want to involve ourselves further by joining a club. My paranoia's off the charts. I don't even want to ask about Aki Jakago without couching it behind an excuse like "Wow, the school seems really competitive, I heard the previous student council president lost her position through a fight? What happened?" And then we can smoothly transition to "What about the new president? What's he like?"
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>>3998517
>>3998533
Changing my mind, fuck it
>Hype ourselves up for
>DIRECT CONFRONTATION ANYWAY
>Burst right through the front door in the manliest way possible
And then before he can say a single word:
>Declare our intentions of reforming Kumagawa through the peaceful method of VIOLENT EMPATHY
>Punch him in the face
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>>3998517
>>Find out all you can for information about Aki Jakago
Y'know, I can see the adventages about getting to know this school since the qm said there's going to be a future arc with it.
>>3998569
I get that your impatience, really. But I don't want to die.
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>>3998577
Surely our sugar momma, Ajimu, will protect us!
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>>3998579
She's still suffering from her botched facial so not really.
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>>3998577
Going to have to agree with this. We need to do some reconnaissance and learn more about kumagawa and Suisou Academy to even the playing field. Once we're ready then we should do >>3998569
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>>3998517
>Find out all you can for information about Aki Jakago
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>>3998524
>>3998533 [Still using the questions/phrasing here]
>>3998577
>>3998627
>>3998870

Imagining your next move takes you down a certain scenario. You, who was consumed with terror suddenly realizing your true potential.A potential that makes you unstoppable, the power of Yamato-damashii, producing that brave, daring, and indomitable spirit. Perfect for a sukeban like yourself. With that fiery spirit, you made your way to Kumagawa, running at speeds that would set the ground ablaze. No longer bound by this game of cat and mouse, you run even faster, becoming one with the wind. In only a few seconds you traveled halfway through the school like a raging demon. In dramatic and manly fashion you bust through the door with a dynamic entry flying kick.

Burning the door to ash, you plant yourself deep against the ground, making large cracks while assuming Diabouus Mod. With the Flames of Passion, you appeared as a burning blue specter akin to the Oniki or Will of Whisp, hair flowing vividly and wildly in the air. Staring at Kumagawa who’s caught off guard by your sudden appearance, you merely crackle your fists. Left rather speechless by your wild soul’s illuminating radiance, Kumagawa only stood by the walking shonen protagonist in front of him. Leaving you to make one of your greatest speeches, declaring your attention to him directly. Of course, he’d interpret it as a girl confessing his love but you anticipated that. Turning the wordplay on him with the phrase “Love hurts~”.

Without time to react you quickly close the distance with Shukuchi, disappearing and reappearing in an instant, further selling your apparition-like presence. Again Kumagawa would find himself unable to retaliate as your burning passion incarnates the spinning screws. Before he could say anything, you merely mutter the words “ Isshun Sengeki”, as the name implies you turned a single instant into one thousand consecutive strikes. Hitting him from all sides simultaneously as you pull a copy from your mother’s handbook, Kumagawa was rendered helpless. With the final blow, you transmit your feelings to Kumagawa upon striking his heart. What came next was rather...silly as Kumagawa starts repenting and calling you “Boss.”

In reality, it was merely a fantasy as the real you was sweeping the floor. Making a rather complacent grin, you start to act rather goofy with your delusion. “Yeah...just like that.” You continue to envision your victory and being revered as the legendary bancho. When suddenly someone starts to tap your shoulder, breaking you out your fantasy as you turn to them still starry-eyed and relaxed.

“Yes, can I help you?” Even in disillusion you still manage to keep up the image of a demure girl befitting of a Yamato Nadeshiko.
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>>3999019

Standing in front of you was a young maiden with silky brunette if not almost black hair with a pink ribbon in her hair for decoration. Strangely she was also rocking a rather demure aura befitting of a true Yamato Nadeshiko. You couldn’t help but be reminded of Namida given how to refine and softspoken her next words are. “Excuse me, but I think you already have gotten what you wanted to sweep up.” The mysterious woman smiles. It takes a bit but you know this person as Kui Yakeishi. A rather sweet softspoken lass. She was class representative of Class 1A, as well as the manager of the Budō or Modern Martial Arts clubs, specifically the Kenjutsu branch of Kendo and Iaido.

“O-Oh right. My bad” You answered, scratching the back of your head before awkwardly laughing at your mistake. “I’m still new here so I don’t know everything about this place.”

“Well, it’s understandable that you’d be a deer in the headlights. After all, it is the most foremost prestigious school in all of Japan. So being around the best of the best can lead to producing that kind of overwhelming aura.” Kui says, giving a rather understanding look on her face as she consoles you. It seems that you and her were the only ones left in the classroom. Giving you the perfect opportunity to fish for some answers.

“Wow, the school seems really competitive, I heard the previous student council president lost her position through a fight? What happened?"

Thinking about it for a bit, Kui places her index finger on her lips before coming up with the right summary. Her golden yellow eyes dulled out by her cool and soft nature. “Hmm, how should I put it. There was some sort of bad introduction between the former student council president and the recent one, it seems that she deemed him far too dangerous. Hence why she came at him with all five student council members. A tactic that would normally be unnecessary considering she has the skill Aero Bike.”

Briefly, you kept your facial expression from showing too much as you only let yourself be reasonably shocked. “Aero Bike allows her to control oxygen and oxidate anything she wishes for a wide away of different applications. Since she holds such a powerful skill she has been the sole leader of Suisou Academy as she was known as the Golden Monarch. After all, everyone needs oxygen therefore her skill was thought to be unbeatable. Yet, that man...Misogi Kumagawa, he managed to do the impossible and managed to do so. All without receiving any injuries.”
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>>3999027

“Where is she now?”

“Well, she’s in the hospital currently as she’s recovering from stress and mental damage. The hospital here isn’t all that far from this district.” As Kui says this she pulls out a small map of the area from her phone, directing you exactly at the location for reference, much to your delight.

“What about the new president? What's he like?" You followed up on your question, shifting into a look of natural concern.


“I can’t really be sure since I try to keep my distance. But from what I hear he’s a complete scatterbrain nitwit. I feel really bad for my best friend Saki who has to work for a guy like that. I think he might be a skill holder considering how everything seems so...illusionary. But then that’s just the kind of guy he is from what Saki told me. Aside from that, the school isn’t being run by the tyrannical ways of Aki. So I guess he can’t be all bad even with all the aloof inconsistency.”

“Oh, I see. Well, that’s good to know. I’m rather nervous about meeting a guy like that.”

“Well don’t be. I’ll be sure to have my bestie Saki keep you safe during the interview.” Kui smiles, clapping her hands together against yours, further attempting to reassure you of any imminent dangers. She was very sweet. But at the same time, you felt...something familiar about her. A strong and thorough connection between the two of you like the red ribbon of fate. Of course, you were thinking that you must be overthinking it.

“Anyway, thank you for answering my questions. “ You lightly bow to Kui, showing gratitude for providing you more than enough information. Pressing for any more at the moment would just be too greedy.

“Sure, no problem. If you have any more, just feel free to contact me. It is my job as a class representative to make sure the class is well afformed and adjusted.” As Kui smiles at you, you go to quickly put the stuff up and prepare to go out to meet Hansode and leave for the day. That is until Kui suddenly wiggles her arms back and forth in cutesy fashion in an attempt to get your attention. “Oh before you go, I just have one question for you.”

“Sure, it’s only fair.”

“Let’s see….Are you actually classified as normal?” Kui although tactfully still manages to bluntly get to the chase. It was taking a lot of willpower not to drop your face and expose yourself. But a drop of sweat was forming on your left side.

“W-What brings that up?” You ask, masking your anxiety with a cheerful smile.
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>>3999032

“Forgive me for being direct, it’s just...your scent and presence. It reminds me of someone from long ago…” As Kui says this she would momentarily get a flashback from when she was only two years old. Standing in a watery garden was the image of another, a brunette girl with very long hair tied low ponytail with a yellow bow. She was wearing traditional Miko clothing as the full moon shines brightly on her. Appearing to the young child as some sort of divine moon rabbit from folklore.

>Deny Kui’s accusations about being abnormal and continue saying you’re a normal
>Tell a half-truth by agreeing to tell Kui you’re abnormality [write-out which one of your skills you want to be known for or a fake one]
>Bargen with Kui by bringing up this someone else
>Argue with Kui and try to get her to reveal her abnormality
>Try to change the subject by talking about the Kendo and Iaido club
>Other [write-in]
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>>3999033
>Try to change the subject by talking about the Kendo and Iaido club
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>>3999033
>Tell a half-truth by agreeing to tell Kui you’re abnormality
『Mind's Eye』
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>>3999048
I should elaborate. Lowball Mind's Eye so it's just a skill to make us a better communicator who can empathize with others more easily rather than a skill to instantly see another person's point of view.
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>>3999033
>>Bargen with Kui by bringing up this someone else
Part of Ajimu and her Not Equal selves perhaps? It'd explain the connection we felt with her. Either way, this is important to us too, we do somewhat remember Ajimu after all. Just keep asking her who this person is, maybe hint at a possible relation if we remind her of them. I'm hoping if Kui describes her appearance it'll trigger our memory.

Also, I don't think talking about the Kendo and Iaido club is a good idea considering the sickly character we're going with, unless it's to talk about our interest as a spectator. As for abnormalities, Mind's Eye is the only one that's completely separate from anything Ajimu's done, so we can use that if we're wary of it being leaked out to Kumagawa.
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>>3999051
If we end up telling her an abnormality, I'll support lowballing it. Might be awkward not mentioning the sight portion though considering our eyes turn multicolored and the name of the skill literally has "Eye" in it. Unless we're going to change the name and just say it's a passive type thing?
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>>3999033
>Bargen with Kui by bringing up this someone else
I’ll also support >>3999051
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>>3999033
>>Tell a half-truth by agreeing to tell Kui you’re abnormality [Mother's Task]
>Argue with Kui and try to get her to reveal her abnormality
Mind's Eye similitude to Parasite Sight is gonna raise more flags about Ajimu than we already do if the info gets to Misogi. Whereas Mother's Task might remind him of Hitomi, there's still some plausible deniability regarding if we are actually related to her.
That, and Mother's Task fits more or less our current persona and makes sense why we wouldn't think of it as a superpower, or we could play it as us not wanting our future predetermined by it.
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>>3999048
>>3999052
>>3999088

Alright looks like we're going with Mind's Eye for this one. To be honest, I was expecting one of you guys to use one of the still in developing skills to lie or gamble it on drawing a random skill with the beginning.
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>>3999403
>gamble it on drawing a random skill with the beginning.
Probably the smarter idea considering how often the thing just hands out skills

>>3999199
As long as we word it properly it should be fine, Parasite Seeing was explicitly described as the ability to see things from other people's eyes. We can just not call it "Mind's Eye" and instead "Empathic Vision" or something and say we see emotions. Maybe with a snappier name. Now's the time for The Beginning to give us the incredibly useful Skill to Create Good Skill Names.
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>>3999412

Majority vote, though if left to me I'd also would've went with Mother's task but named it Happy Housewife to avoid any suspicion.

>>3999427

Up to you, I just figured I'd throw my two cents. If you guys really want to do it before I finish writing, then give me a d100.
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Rolled 94 (1d100)

>>3999427
Still, knowing we are an empath is going to color every interaction people have with us from now on.
>Probably the smarter idea considering how often the thing just hands out skills
We really are shaping up to be just like Ajimu "Has a zillion skills that are only useful as gifts for the better characters or for cutscene battles" Najimi and Medaka "Has a fuckton of
OP skills that will be used once or never" Kurokami
>>3999445
Rollin
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>>3999454
>Medaka "Has a fuckton of OP skills that will be used once or never" Kurokami
Well fortunately for us, thus far we've received two eye abilities that not only pair up well with each other but also our super mode, and one of the most ridiculously vague and broad-scoped powers in the show.
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>>3999465

Talking about Analysis I assume?
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>>3999509
Nah, was two separate statements. Mother's Task is the vague and broad-scoped power.
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>>3999534

Ah my bad, yeah Mother's Task is one of the most OP specifically due to its broad-scope and vagueness. People undersell how good of a skill it is due to how silly it is. But then again that's the entire sthick of Medaka Box. was interpreting you thinking that Mind's Eye can work with Diabolus Mode and Analysis and I was going to be impressed at the level of deduction skills discover that trick before I revealed it.
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>>3999540
>spoiler
Yeah, that's what he said, isn't it? It's not hard to figure out.
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>>3999540
>Spoiler
I thought that was supposed to be like the obvious basic beginner combo since it was all connected: we only got Parasite Seeing from realizing Diabolus Mode's empathy and evolved it to Mind's Eye after we embraced our empathetic side further. Though I only ever considered Analysis as part of it because it was a great support Skill and works well with any other Skill.
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>>3999403
>>3999445

Right off the bat, you were thrown quite the curveball. Just how did Kui come into the assumption that you were some sort of abnormal. Truthfully you weren’t sure what exactly you were considering you can use skills but also seemingly obtain new ones out of nowhere. Or skills relating to those around you. Not to mention there was that strange connection you were currently feeling between the two of you. But you didn’t have time to ponder on theorizes and what-ifs as Kui stares at you rather blankly. You start to quickly keep your composure intact and start to think. Trying to keep it a secret or change the subject would only make you suspicious and blow your cover. That and you didn’t sense any bad intention coming from the girl, somehow putting yourself at ease.

At this stage, it was best to go with a half-truth since from how Kui nonchalantly asked if she’s an abnormal must mean it must be coming knowledge. And integrating into this school was far more important than completely giving into paranoia. Okay let’s think about this. It would be rather disastrous to mention the 『The Beginning』 since even I don’t know its secrets, 『Number One』is equally mysterious and hasn’t been easy to activate, especially recently. And I can’t mention 『Parasite Seeing』 or 『Ladies and Gentlemen』, that’ll draw too much attention. So what’s left is….『Mother’s Tasks』 and 『Mind’s Eye』 Now narrowing it down to those two skills, you close your eyes and take a breath of reassurance.

“Alright, I’ll tell you but in exchange, you got to tell me who you were thinking about when you told me I reminded you of someone.” As you say this, you lift your finger and waggling it a bit while keeping a stoic smile for compromise.

“That’s sounds fair to me. Thank you for letting me indulge in my selfish curiosity.” Kui smiles, nodding to you with a bow as she leaves you to your devices.
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>>3999736

Folding your arms together you start to give a puzzled look on your face. Almost like you were thinking rather hard about the subject. Kui could only watch in curiosity as she politely keeps quiet and gives you time to think. Mind’s Eye from what I understand of it so far can let me use the powers of Parasite Seeing which can perceive and understand another person’s perception and thoughts by seeing the world through their eyes. But when I use Mind’s eye with it, I feel like I can perceive….anything. With Analysis I can analyze and deduce far greater, no longer suffering like previously as the truth just comes to me without overwhelmingly overlapping. Like some sort of supercharged Intuitive Aptitude. Through Diabolous Mode I feel like I gained some sort of Sensory Scrying where I can fully interpret and replicate the emotions, moods, and temperaments of others. Experience what they feel, almost like my sensories are connected with others. Like I can truly empathize and communicate with others.

I can’t say its simply Clairvoyance since I get that through Parasite Seeing when using Mind’s eye. And I can’t exactly recall the answer right now without taking some time to clear my mind and think. Not to mention my current predicament. Still, maybe it’s like some sort of state of mind or enlightenment experience and that’s affecting my mental skills. I can’t be too sure given I never try it by itself, but maybe I can come up with something based on what I know to loosely answer Iinchou or Class Rep. Yeah I know exactly what to say now. Let’s do it. As you mentally pump yourself further with encouragement, something begins to take place. Your eyes start to dull, becoming doll-like while the iris glowing rather subtly, forming a ring that wouldn’t be noticed at first glance. At this point, your consciousness becomes fuzzy as you go into a trance.

“『Babylon’s Book』. It’s a skill revolved around Access and Occlusion. Anything within my path or desire can be opened or closed on a whim. Regardless if it’s physical or metaphysical, I can control the doorway that governs the entrance and exit. As a result, I’d classify it as both a minus and a plus. It all depends on my current state of mind, requiring a lot of mental power to use and a clear objective. If I am careless I can unknowingly activate it through my subconscious. Because of its power and versatility, I try to limit the usage of Babylon’s Book, keeping it only to mundane stuff like opening a person’s heart to read their emotions or closed the path to my valuables so they’ll be safe from any ill-intent.” You spoke, strangely adopting a slight monotone voice as you explain the skill to Kui.
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>>3999740

To demonstrate this skill you place your hand on a desk. Slowly brushing your hand across the surface, a door shape handle suddenly appears. Reaching for the handle you slowly pull the “door” as the desk opens up and reveals its insides. “You might want to think the Door Door Fruit from One Piece or Secre Swallowtaill’s Sealing magic if you want a simpler example.” As you mention this, you swipe your hand over the desk, this time the desk seemingly falls into the floor as a loud lock sound is made. That is before you snap your fingers to shoot out the desk back into the original form, making an unlock sound. “I hope that fulfills your curiosity.”

Upon completion you find yourself drifting back into full consciousness. Blinking a bit your eyes start to dart in confusion. In front of you was a rather stunned Kui as she was briefly caught off guard by your explanation. Huh?! What just happened? What was I talking about just now… As you pondered you soon found yourself getting another popup menu to the left of your sight. Babylon’s Book? When did that appear? Reading from the top it describes exactly what you were saying. This was getting rather weird since you don’t recall ever having such a skill. Nor was it the still in development skills like 『Reversal of Fortune』or supplementary sub-series like 『Maestro』and 『Devil’s Tune』. Just what exactly is going on?

“Wow, that’s really quite the beautiful skill you have. Thinking about it now it makes sense why you’re so reserved and well-spoken. You even have me beat. All I can do is wield weapons with 『Dancing Danger』. Compare to that it doesn’t seem all that fancy. ” Kui awkwardly chuckles, closing her eyes as she stumbles embarrassingly about having such a plain skill.

“N-No, no. I think your skill is quite practical. It’s like you’re a chosen one from folklore. The hero who saves the day with the legendary weapon or the superstrong and cool detective who solves her problems with the most mundane of items innovative means. A real Macgyver of MacGuffin “ You studdered, awkwardly moving around to try and comfort Kui despite appearing on the surface fine, but deep down you couldn’t help but believe she was depressed.
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>>3999760


“Create huh.” Kui paused, averting her eyes from your glance as you felt a sense of melancholy before she transitions into being solemn. “You’re actually pretty sweet.” Kui smiles wildly.

“Well, a promise is a promise so I’ll tell you who I was thinking of. The Non-Human who is just impartial, Anshin'in.” Kui explains, describing the Miko that she recalled from long ago in vivid detail. Upon hearing that name a getting a clearer image of that girl you saw in Maguro’s eye, a sharp pulse starts to convulse deep inside your chest. Without warning you find yourself getting drowsy with your eyelids becoming heavy. Breathing rather shallow and quick breaths, you slowly begin to lose consciousness.

>Fight the urge to drift into slumber through willpower and continue talking with Kui
>Let go of all resistance and fall into slumber
>Reach out to Kui asking for help
>Think of the best skill you currently have to use at the moment with Analysis
>Throw caution to the wind and use Diabolus Mode
>Other [write-in]
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>>3999740
>『Babylon’s Book』
Ah, just in time for the flask plan!
>>3999774
>Fight the urge to drift into slumber through willpower and continue talking with Kui
Not yet, we still haven't heard anything
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>>3999774
>>Fight the urge to drift into slumber through willpower and continue talking with Kui
Ah dammit.
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>>3999774
>>Fight the urge to drift into slumber through willpower and continue talking with Kui
Kind of stuck between this and just falling into slumber. Under the assumption that the latter would be like with Bookmaker and lead to us diving into the dream world to meet up with Ajimu or our memories again like in the Kumagawa confrontation. Just an assumption though so I'll go with the safer option and stay awake, can always try to actively remember later.

Also I'm guessing the Analysis choice is a free 'unlock skill's full abilities' option but the "currently have to use" bit makes me wary of choosing it over struggling.
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>>3999774
>>Fight the urge to drift into slumber through willpower and continue talking with Kui
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>>3999774
>Fight the urge to drift into slumber through willpower and continue talking with Kui
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>>3999779
>>3999789
>>3999795
>>3999799

Looks like we'll be fighting so give me some rolls.
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Rolled 66 (1d100)

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>>3999803
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Rolled 29 (1d100)

>>3999803
One is the loneliest number you've ever known~
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>>3999803
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>>3999803
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>>3999803
Bleh, missed the rolls
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>>3999803

Without so much as a twitch, you feel yourself buckling down from sudden drowsiness. Everything around you starts to spin, slowly causing your perception to distort and equilibrium upsetting. Left to clenching your chest you struggle to try and grasp what was happening to you. At first, it seems like another panic attack, pushing you down the corner of irritation. However, upon closer inspection, you begin to believe that it wasn’t due to your trauma. What you were feeling was not that of reacting to Kumagawa or even Bookmaker but something else entirely. Unfortunately, at the rate it was going, you were about to lose to the abnormal drowsiness and drift to slumber. And you weren’t going to let that happen,

Oddly enough this wasn’t the first time that you felt the sudden need to drift into slumber. The last time this has happened was when you went all out on your mother. But unlike before where it was clear you were pushing yourself beyond your physical limits, it seems that the cause perhaps has to do be mainly mental. If you had more time to think about it, the answer would inevitably come to you. For now, you commit the feeling to memory as you combat the experience through fighting spirit. An act that was rather hard all things considering as you continue to feel groggy and disoriented. Turning away from Kui you quickly come up with the best method for a flamboyant awakening.

Pulling up your mouth as far as you can, you chomp hard against your lip. Biting hard to the point of bleeding causes quite a painful jolt to travel throughout your entire body. The abnormal tiredness and exhausting was starting to recede. Although your plan to use pain to wake yourself up was working, the effects were fleeting as that creeping drowsiness was putting up quite the fight. To counteract this you look down to your most sensitive area from the top. Before you lost the nerves you force yourself to squeeze at your sensitive spot violently. Putting in enough force to trick the body into thinking they were going to be ripped off, you feel yourself quickly coming out of your drozy state. It was even more effective thanks to forgoing the chance to mentally prepare yourself.
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>>4000180

After that painful endeavor, you feel yourself becoming fully awake and still in control. Keeping yourself covered by your hands, you turn back to Kui who was respectively confused by your sudden cold shoulder turn. “Sorry about that. I just got a little woozy there.” You exclaim, curling those supple lips into a half-hearted smile.

Naturally looking rather alarmed by your little tumble, Kui shifts herself towards helping you back up from the floor. “You sure you’re okay. “

“Y-Yeah I’ll be fine. Just need to rest for a bit and I’ll be back to normal.” You kept your smile, hiding back the pain as it was your mantra to keeping yourself awake. “Anyway, can you please tell me the person you mentioned. They’re don’t seem to ring any bells.”

“Sure, well as I was saying Anshin'in is said to be the founder of Kurobako Cram School two hundred years ago. But truthfully, the legend goes that her influence goes beyond that. For you see, the Ashikaga clan and Anshin'in were colleagues. And it was during their victory in the Genpei War did they earned Anshin’in favor and was marked as the Heavenly Regime under the guidance of the Impartial Not-Human. Eventually becoming destined to rule over japan as the emperor and more frequently the shogun due to their preference towards following their ferociously strong samurai blood. To show their gratitude and devotion, the Ashikaga clan set up the foundation for Ashikaga Cram School which would one day become Suisou Academy six hundred years later. And to this day it remains the chosen school by the heavens, the internal flower palace.” Kui explains, in rather vivid details as you find yourself being smack with an encyclopedia worth of information from the fellow demure girl.

“As for the myths about Anshin’in herself, it has been said that she had come completely out of nowhere. Radiating with the divine glow of the heavens, she was a wise, old ruler who had over a thousand female attendance. She was said to have been the Shaman Queen Himiko’s spirit reborn, but strangely she told then to call her a different name and it ended up sticking for a title. Hence Anshin’in. While she can be foretold to have boundless wisdom and insight, befitting of the highest level of shamanism, she was quite bubbly and cheerful. Anshin’in was often cute and spunky, always carefree and ever-changing like the clouds. But no matter what she chose to be, she always brings an aura of relief and tranquility to those around her. A state of complete zen. But that’s not all.”
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>>4000185

Kui took a second to catch her breath, almost breaking character as her pupils soon turn into stars. She begins her second rendition of telling the favorite portion of the many among many different feats and accomplishments by Anshin’in. “She was said to be a powerful witch, capable of using the most powerful of Onmyōdō or as the west would refer to it, as sorcery. Although it says she refers to it as guidao or Japanese Kido. Anyway, she occupied herself with all magic and sorcery, bewitching the people with her divine miracles and cute chants that brought peace to the land. Of course Otakus nowaday only worship her for being the inspiration for the Magical Girl Genre and the more modernize battle shonen-ish magical girl warrior style that started in the 1990s such as Sailor Moon. And the redefining perfection that came in the early 2000s like Pretty Cure. But anyway, she was quite the enchanting seductress but can be quite the terrifying tyrant as she made even demons kneel before her heavenly authority. “

“But seemingly just as she appeared many, many, many, many centuries ago, she vanished without a trace. Leaving the Ashikaga clan to carry her will for japan until she would return. Of course, there were a lot of complications and they ultimately had to spread out through japan, slowly fading into the background. Aside from them, most don’t know the story as it became a popular debate for decades. Alas, currently nobody seems to consider her any more than forgotten folklore that is often used to entertain travelers and fuel the current magical girl genre. “Kui laments with a sigh, cooling herself off with the disappointment over current events. But she would quickly bounce back as she turns to you who was using your time using breathing techniques to keep yourself awake. “But I never doubted the folktales and I was rewarded by meeting the heavenly witch during on the full moon. A fate that I burned deep into my mind as it was a clear sign of destiny. “

“So you met this mysterious divine Miko who’s proof of existence has been questioned countless times throughout the modern era? Don’t want to be that gal but why exactly would she appear to you?” You ask, keeping yourself rather tactful as you avoid asking if she wasn’t seeing things considering this was when she was two years old.
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>>4000198

Kui closes her eyes as she places her hand on her chest, curling up a rather coy smile. “See, my name is Kui Yakeishi but I’m actually a descendent of the Ashikaga Clan. It was fate for me to have met the impartial non-human, just as it was fate to come to this school. The very same place where my ancestors have built to achieve her goal of making the perfect human being. The ascension into becoming….non-equals.” As Kui says this, there was a rather cold, if not suffocating presence of heavenly sovereign starting to emit from her. That very same uncertainty that you feel when trying to perceive that mysterious brunette woman.

>What do you do?

>Try to fish out more information from Kui [write-in what you want to know]
>Put that story aside for later and focus on getting home
>Try to use what you learned so far about Anshin’in to fill in the blanks with Analysis
>Other [write-in]
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>>4000200
>Try to use what you learned so far about Anshin’in to fill in the blanks with Analysis
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>>4000200
>Try to use what you learned so far about Anshin’in to fill in the blanks with Analysis
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>>4000200
>>Other [write-in]
I think now is a good opportunity to make Kui an ally. She would be a great asset, knowing ins and outs of the school and more. She would be useful in battle as well.

We remind her of a person she greatly admires, and we even have definite connections (altought we might not know it yet), so it should be a piece of cake.

Maybe we ask her to hang out and go for a dinner or something. At the same time we can learn more about the school, Anshin'in and Kumagawa.

But I'm not sure what we should do to have her trust us more. Maybe unlock a new skill to help us out.
What do you guys think?
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>>4000211
I don't know about being an ally, she seems like she's obsessed with the idea of being "destined" to meet Ajimu and become her champion in the Flask Plan. I can imagine the shitshow that'll happen when it's revealed we're her chosen Main Character.

She could be useful for info though, seems like she knows a lot about Suisou apparently being yet ANOTHER Flask Plan research site. We can say we're really interested about Ajimu and "the ascension into becoming non-equals," and offer to hang out and talk some more. It might also endear us to her if we're one of the few to actually take her seriously about Ajimu.

If we can't use Analysis and do this at the same time then I think we can delay using Analysis for a bit, we can always review our memories later. Hell, maybe we can do it in our sleep and do dreamworld shenanigans again.
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>>4000375
>>4000211
Supporting
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>>4000211
>>4000375
>>4000201
>>4000204
>>4000751

I think I know how I want to do this, but due to spoiler reasons, I need you guys to give me a d100 roll for using Analysis like this
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>>4000806
Anshin'in bless this roll
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>>4000806
Alrighto
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>>4000806

Considering your training to sense presence and auras you picked up something special coming from Kui. That familiar sensation from earlier was leaking out as Kui became more passionate. In stark contrast to her previous demure demeanor, Kui was far more talkative and expressive during her long discussion about Anshin’in and the Ashikaga. This was painting Kui in your mind as a dandere with some Chūnibyō tendencies. Oddly this was comforting considering you can relate to Kui’s fascination with folklore, myths, legends, fairytales and all things in between with your Otaku tendencies in regards to martial arts. But man you didn’t expect someone as responsible and mature as Kui to be a child at heart for mythology. It made her rather cute.

“But even if I tell you all of this. I wonder if you can really understand.” Kui answers, turning from your gaze with a somber look in her eyes. Almost as if she was already preparing herself for ridicule and/or rejection. You get the feeling that such talks wouldn’t exactly be acceptable in such a high-class school like this.

“Actually I’m not having trouble following what you’re saying. In fact, I’m rather all the more interested in Anshin’in, your family legacy, the school and the concept of Non-Equals.” You spoke, showing sincerity at enjoying her longwinded explanation.

Kui instinctively closes her eyes, letting out a sigh as she lifts her arms in a shrug. A clear sign of a defensive mechanism for coping. “Right, right. As expected you wouldn’t be willing to bring yourself to believe such folklore, most don’t have it in them to treat suspension of disbelief as anything less than …..grandiose of delusions.” Kui pauses, blinking rather shockingly as she finally registers what you said to her.

“You understand? I’m sorry but can you repeat what you just said.” Kui asks, leaning rather closely in disbelief and concern. “ Like you, get me, don’t you? You actually get me.

“Y-Yeah, I have a fondness for storytelling as well. Ancient history or mythology, it’s all really interesting to me.” You smile wildly at Kui, closing your eyes to better reflect the genuine earnestly in your words. “So I get what you’re trying to say. And I have no intention of laughing at it or trambling such passion.”
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“You sure? You’re not just saying that to be nice right?” Kui stares, pointing her finger at you in defense.

“Absolutely sure.” You continue to smile, reassuring Kui of all lingering doubts.
As soon as you reassure her, Kui suddenly catches you off guard by a sudden tackle. With only a single leap she was able to knock the both of you of the air and towards the window In comedic fashion. Currently standing on the third floor, it would be disastrous for your cover if you fell from such a height. Thus with some quick body adjustments, you branch your legs back to press deeply against the wall. Carefully danging halfway from the open window you find yourself coming just barely within safety. Catching your footing just at the knick of time you prevent the two of you from flying out from the window. Meanwhile, Kui continues to smile happily as she was fully embracing you in her hug.

“You really are great!” Kumi cries, happily swinging around you as you pulled yourself and her back inside through sheer brute force. This shameless and assertive nature made you think of a certain person as you let out a long sigh, practically collapsing to the floor with Kui in hand.

“Truly this must have been fate. To finally meet someone other than Lady Anshin’in who can get the real me.” As Kui exclaims, you felt genuine happiness coming from the strange class representative. It almost moves you just to how isolated she once was now that you could understand more of her real feelings. “The only other person who made any attempts to understand me is my bestie Saki. But even she has gotten this close~” Kui cheerfully laughs.

“R-Really is that so? Well, I’m happy to be your friend if that’s what you want. But could you calm down just a bit.” You shudder, keeping up your closed smile although shifting ever so slightly to being crooked from awkwardness. Her emotions were exploding with passion as you feel yourself almost consume with them.

“Really?! You mean it!” Kui asks, getting ever so close to you as she made the widest of smiles.
You merely nod in response, causing Kui eyes to completely turn into stars. “Thank you Keiko-chan!” Kui exclaims, glomping you as a familiar crushing sensation starts to creep over you. She definitely has the physical prowess to be the manager of the Swordsmanship clubs as she was monstrously strong.
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“No problem. We can hang out and talk whenever. Even have dinner.” As you say this you find yourself struggling to keep up your image considering how it was taking all your willpower to keep your body from fighting back and resisting the constantly escalating pressure from Kui’s steel bearhug. “On that note...could you stop squeezing me? You’re about to crack my bones.” You meekly smile, sweating rather profoundly at the pain but also out of embarrassment.

Kui quickly pulls away, leaving you to slouch on the wall while catching your breath. Kui on the other hand positions herself to sitting on her legs, returning to being more professional. “Oh right, I’m very sorry. Guess I got a little carried away from the embrace.” Kui grimace, closing her eyes and bonking herself on the head for being a scatterbrain. She even sticks her tongue out in mid bonk, appearing like a joke character reflecting.

After that, you hear the final bell as students were about to head home. Although you couldn’t exactly plan to have that playdate right away, you did manage to exchange phone numbers with Kui to keep in touch. For better or worse it seems like you managed to endear yourself on to Kui, turning the class rep into your first friend in Suisou Academy. As you think about it on the way home with Hansode, you feel something bubbling up inside of you. You weren’t sure precisely on what it was but you trek it through it. Once you reach the crossroads between pathways towards your respective house, you waved Hansode goodbye for the day and thanking her for helping her out. Leaving Hansode to bluntly boast and pick apart you for making her feel embarrassed. Going as far as to call you an idiot savant no different than Medaka, much to your dismay.

Now left to your own devices, you commit to triggering your memories by activating 『Anaysis』. Upon activation, the surrounding area starts to slow down, triggering a Zeitruffer phenomenon. Almost as time stood still, everything begins to suddenly freeze into place. Not a single muscle twitch nor a heart produced a beat in this breathless sensation. It was as if everyone was motionless and deprived of any feeling or energy. In reality, your mind was going through the motions for Chronostasis, explaining this slowdown effect as your mind begins to ready itself. Training with Maguro with how to use 『Anaysis』unhibited lead to a developing an akinetopsia-like effect, the more brain processing power you put into it, the slower it becomes until it reaches Chronostatis.
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>>4001321

Now in this supercomputer state, you begin to unravel the information you collected. A field of information starts cycling around you as you were surrounded by different texts and imagery. It was like watching a presentation from multiple angles while given subtitles for the behind the scenes to better decode the information. Another side effect of your training was the development of your memory skills. While not to the level of photographic memory much less Maguro’s Encyclopedic Knowledge, it was still far more efficient and effective at handling the processing capabilities needed to withstand 『Anaysis』. Still, for better effect and lesser strain on your mind, you subconsciously invoked 『Mind’s Eye』 from time to time to carry the slack.

With the newfound information, you collected from your conversation with Kui you start to tackle the mystery of the mysterious girl. Even without the added assistance of 『Parasite Seeing』, you still found yourself starting to connect the thoughts. The connections between the mysterious brunette and Anshin’in was becoming more coherent and intelligible. But as you continue to put the pieces together, you find yourself being suddenly smacked face-first by a giant roadblock. The name and face of the mysterious brunette still eludes you. Even with decoding so much of the accumulating information and cracking the identity of the individual, you still couldn’t bring yourself to discover her real name or recall her face.

No matter how you looked at it, all possible pathways ultimately lead to the same empty void that was blocking your way. It was almost if the very concept of that woman’s true identity was incomprehensible. Driven by justice by anger you willingly invoke the power of 『Mind’s Eye』 to help boost the analytical powers and breakthrough this clouding void. But even with that you still find yourself once again hitting the same dead-end. Unwilling to give up you mentally push yourself further. Clocking yourself into overdrive, the empty fog starts to disburse, revealing a singular sphere of black void, containing something inside.

In light of overclocking your mind’s processing capabilities, blood begins to spill out from your nose. Unknowingly you were triggering a brain aneurysm as the sensation of nausea and dizziness begin to run rampant. Tremendous mental strain mixed with escalating blood pressure creates essentially the worst kind of headache in your entire life. Warning signs start to flood your vision as you were being told not go any further. Meanwhile, the black void sphere starts to resonate ominously with your mental breakdown. Releasing electric discharge the more you try and perceive through its blackened layers and uncover what’s inside. Staring intently through the pain you saw there were screws latched on each side, somehow holding this void in place.
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>>4001370

In your clash against the void, blood begins to pour from your lips and eyes, furthering the mental strain from overloading your mental processing power. You mental Yet, an image of Medaka manages to catch yourself before you stumble down from the backlash. Looking at her you briefly see her smiling against you, whipping the blood from your mental image before kissing you with “Proof of One’s Worth Number Three Overflowing Love.”. In this exchange, something else starts to pop up in your head as you feel no longer able to feel pain or stress. A popup box suddenly appears with the words 『Model Student』 above as the title.

>What do you do?

>Continue trying to break through the void sphere and uncover what’s inside with 『Model Student』’s assistance
>Fall back and return to reality.
>Back off for now and try to find the classroom
>Try to use another skill [write-in which one] against the void.
>Other [write-in]
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>>4001372
>>Try to use another skill [Babylon's Book] against the void.
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>>4001372
>Try to use another skill [write-in which one] against the void.
Isn't this exactly what Babylon's Book is for? Opening pathways and all that... If not, then sure, maybe we should rely on Model Student. It's largely an unknown but if it appeared in response to the situation then it should be a fitting solution. Still worried that not being able to "feel pain or stress" is just a painkiller and we'd still suffer the damage.
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>>4001372
>>Try to use another skill [Bablyon's Book] against the void.
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>>4001410

Right so give me that last roll and we'll see the implications of what happens.
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Hmm, should I be worried?
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>>4001482

Reading the new documented popup you quickly discovered that the skill 『Model Student』was complete control and awareness of one’s self. Fundamentally identical to biofeedback, one has nearly perfect supremacy over their mental structure, biological processes, and any other aspect relating to themselves accordingly. Not only one can completely adjust or alter one’s physiology but it can be done with exceptional precision. Allowing one to achieve both optimal efficiency and maximal effort in nearly all possible situations while preserving anything that one wants to keep intact or unaffected by their influence. In many ways, it made you no different from Medaka who could do inhuman feats so easily due to her body supremacy. Or Misogi who seemingly manages to bounce back from any form of setback or inconvenience with his abnormally zombie-like functionality.

But like the two there was one glaring flaw with complete control and mastery over themselves. Having near perfect influence over one’s physiology requires conscious effort otherwise one’s instincts or reflexes will take over, or they won’t possess any for compensation. At your current status switching between the two would only slow their function through the transition. Not to mention the dangers that overriding them can bring as evidence by Medaka and Misogi’s vulnerabilities. But on the flip side, you were the master of your own body. As long as it wasn’t something that made you incapable of acting, you can easily ignore it and pass through it by force. Either way, it was quite the handy skill to be given, based on two important people.

Even so, you refrain from using 『Model Student』at the moment. Considering how you been acquiring skills, each one of them served as a purpose to counteract a certain predicament. Be it in the present or perhaps even by the future given their convenience. Therefore, it was clear that if you were to continue doing things the way you’re currently going then chances are you’ll suffer immeasurable amounts of damage. Kurokami Phantom is a prime example of such consequences from overriding the limitations of one’s body to tap into their true potential and full capability. Just because you were an absolute madman, it didn’t mean you to disregard things like common sense like certain Shonen Protagonists, Deku being the highest on the list. No, rather than gamble on self-destruction like One for All, there was a better method.
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Putting that brain to use you quickly recall one other skill that you obtained just recently. That skill being『Babylon’s Book』, the meta ability that governs Access and Occlusion. Surely if any skill that can best solve this problem without further damage, then it has to be that one. On that note, you place your hands through the blacken void. Upon contact, you feel a sharp, shocking pain injects itself into your body, followed by a forceful push by the void. For a split moment, you feel yourself being pushed back from the void. Gripping your hands from the pain, you twist your body back into the correct angle, landing safely on your feet. The pain was throbbing in your metaphysical hands, still shaking from the experience. Glancing closely at the void, you come to a single decision. Like it or not, you were going to have to endure some more pain.

Resolved to finish what you started you march dramatically towards the blacken sphere. Only when you were at arms reach did you push yourself forward by jumping straight into the orb. Once again upon making contact, you were hit with the same experience, Neuralgia was the first thing that came to mind. Unlike previously you firmly dig your feet against the ground, putting as much force as possible to deeply anchor yourself. Simultaneously, you start moving your hands deep into the blacken sphere. Motioning them in opposite vertical directions from one another, a door like pattern begins to form, more specifically a double door gate. As you make the door, that agonizing pain continues to spread out throughout your entire body.

Enduring such a pain was quite the hellish experience as the only thing that came close was incorporating the beginning into yourself. Every second was like a hellish eternity, enduring countless painful pulsations and sharp, shocking spasms in rapid volley. In spite of this, you merely grin and bear it as you commit to finishing the door and making your way through. Through bloodshot eyes, you bear witness to the door forming and a pathway to what’s ever is inside. As the gateway finalizes, you feel your body limping over as you force yourself to remain conscious through 『Model Student』. Like Uryu’s Ransōtengai, you were puppeteering yourself to move when all accounts you lack the stamina and the strength to do so.
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>>4001864

Opening the doors with your might you find yourself staring at what lies on the other side. Lying in the blackened void was a very pretty girl, curled up in a ball as she was currently lying in cryostasis. Looking at the sleeping beauty you soon realize two important things. The first off was the fact that she was sleeping in the nude, but also that numerous screws were wedged in deep inside of her body. Two on her shoulders, one for each of her limbs, and one wedged deep in between her bountiful bosom. That screw, in particular, was much bigger than the other screws, leaving you to believe that like with that the numerous smaller screws scattered elsewhere conjointed and formed this massive screw for a stronger Bookmaker. Examining the body closely you notice that aside from the white hair, it was, in fact, the very girl you been looking for.

Before you could reach out for the nude maiden, you feel your body suddenly dropping from your location. Vision starts to become blurry as everything starts to fade away. Now fallen into a bottomless ocean, the sleeping maiden slowly opens, revealing her reddish-brown eyes halfway. She could only watch you fall into slumber as the doorway to her freedom has been open. Slowly she leans over from her prison, reaching deep into the blacken ocean until miraculously grabbing you by the arm. The next thing you would see was yourself lying against what looks like an abandoned house. Somehow you or something has pulled you into your new setting as you look up from the bed you were resting on to see what looks to be….that same brunette girl from before.

“You know, there’s a real limit to how stupid you can truly be...Kenichi.” The mysterious woman spoke, turning to meet you face to face as she gives you a disapproving stare with a soft smile.

>How do you proceed?

>Instictively tackle the mysterious girl and starts sobbing
>Back away and ask who exactly is she?
>Notice just how messed up you are and immediately transform into Diabolous mode to heal
>Go back to sleep
>Other [write-in]
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>Notice just how messed up you are and immediately transform into Diabolous mode to heal
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>Instictively tackle the mysterious girl and starts sobbing
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>>4001882
>>Notice just how messed up you are and immediately transform into Diabolous mode to heal
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>>4001882
>>Notice just how messed up you are and immediately transform intoxicated Diabolous mode to heal
I know we're a madman but we don't have to go full Deku. Make sure we're not fukken ded.
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>>4001882
>Notice just how messed up you are and immediately transform into Diabolous mode to heal
Then do some stretches to make sure everything is okay then pause for dramatic effect before going full love comedy and tackle her.
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>>4001882
>>Notice just how messed up you are and immediately transform into Diabolous mode to heal

Have we met before? And why am I crying?
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Reminder kenichi literally died once and it seemed to do basically fuck all.
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“Honestly, you really are a reckless idiot. I told you once before what’ll happen if you keep pushing against your limits and breaking the balancers. Yet here you are trying to force your way to remember something that’s been blocked by Misogi Kumagawa. Really now, what am I going to do if you end up becoming a vegetable...again? And that’s only considering if you’re lucky considering tampering with something that is sealed off from existence itself tends to eave to rather dire consequences.“ The mysterious girl points out, placing her hands on her hips as she tilts her head and lets out a sigh. “What am I going to do with you? ”

Here she was currently standing in front of your vision. That mysterious dark brunette that you been spending so long trying to uncover her identity. Now she was here lecturing you over your recklessness and foolishness like an upperclassman would to their underclassmen. Normally that would have quite the effect upon you despite not being able to disagree with her. And yet you start to feel ambivalent, a mixture of sadness and happiness erupting fiercely inside. On one hand, you know the mysterious individual was someone important to you as evident by how far you went to bring her out. On the other hand, no matter how you try you still couldn’t identify her despite being within the eye’s view. But when considering until just now she was faceless, it was enough that you can remember her face now.

Before you have time to savor this moment, another sharp pain starts to creep over as you wince from the pain. Pulling yourself from the other girl, your eyes focus towards the mirror to the side. From the mirror’s perspective, it looks like you were rendered worse for wear. Every cell in your body was aching in pain with tremendous stress placed upon your body. Although none of your muscles or any other fleshy parts were greatly damaged, there were exceptional levels of fatigue and mental strain on your body. And by association came the chronic pain that your physical body was feeling as it aches and throbs constantly. Honestly, if it wasn’t for 『Model Student』 chances are you would’ve fallen into a deep coma for the numerous mental damage and afflictions your actions have created. The mind-body connection was truly a frightening function.
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>>4002970

It seems that your audacious, noble spirit has led to a rather unfortunate predicament. Almost immediately you invoke Diabolus Mode to counteract your current state. The augmented healing factor that Diabolous Mode went quickly to work remedying the numerous problems to your body, especially the mental ones. Just being in its presence kept the heart palpitations from continuing, your rising body heat which was at fever levels quickly returns to normal, the numerous aches, muscle tension, and pulsations were calming down and fading. Most of all those bloodshot eyes were starting to recede and return to normal status. On that note, you proceeded with some stretches to get your body limbered up and back to fighting form.

Upon closer inspection through your routine stretches, it seems that your body was still fully capable despite the immense mental stress and fatigue. Even without the remote controlling effects of Model Student, you estimate that at worst you can continue to act normally while enduring the tremendous series of headaches and throbbing jolts to the mind. If you were to push Diabolous Mode into full gear you estimate that in an hour or two your mental state would more or less be completely fixed. But doing so would ve far too taxing, so it was best to leave yourself in Diabolous Mode for until Tomorrow morning. That aside, you pull yourself out of your stretches and quickly turn to face the mysterious brunette.

“Vice...President...” You mutter, hair obscuring your face to hide your feelings. The mysterious brunette kept herself quiet as she looks back at you. A serious moment between the two of you as the tension was rather thick. Breaking the silence however would be a single tear as you don’t know why but you started to sob uncontrollably.

“Vice President!” You cry, hopping from the bed to tackle the brunette. Although you couldn’t remember her name, you do remember her title as Vice-President. Hence why you suddenly break into tears. “Eh” Just as you muttered that you quickly made contact with the wall. Slamming face-first into the hard surface you feel another series of sharp, shocking pains traveling through your entire body. It seems that even your body’s sensitivity was out of whack due to the mental strain and damage done to your psyche. Honestly, it was miraculous that your mind didn’t snap in two from the ordeal. But man 『Model Student』 was truly earning its keep as it kept you from feeling the pain as it was being suppressed.
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>>4003000

“As sweet as that touching reunion would have made. I have to, unfortunately, inform you that I’m not tangible. In this state, I’m no different than a ghost since I can only manifest my consciousness into the physical plane, my physical body, however, is another story. It’s still trapped within the void sphere as thanks to 『Bookmaker』I’m anchored deep in that imprisonment, much less have the ability to move.” The brunette laments, keeping her smile as she looks down to you sobbing in frustration at being denied a touching hugging moment. “But its the thought that counts, also call me Anshin'in. Vice-President doesn’t seem right for our relationship.”

Struggling to pull yourself up your body starts twitching awkward before regaining motor skills. “...So I am involved with you. That’s a relief. I never doubted but for a moment I thought that the fact that you standing in front of me and I’m still incapable of remembering you were my fault. I’m glad...I’m truly glad that’s not the case.” You smile, still sobbing immensely as you push yourself off from the ground.

“..On that note. Are you dead and this is me carrying your linguine will or did I messed up and cause you to die during that rescue.”

“First off no I am not dead. Just because my entire being lives inside of you doesn’t mean I’m among the unliving. As to cover exactly why I’m only appearing you like this. There’s a lot of science to explain how I converted my spiritual energy into an invisible force and project my will into it, shaping the incorporeal manifestation into an avatar being made out of thought and transmitting it to this physical plane but it’s far easier to dumb it down by saying astral projection. “ Anshin'in explains, walking over to the bed and planting herself against it. For an astral projection, she was very convincing at being living. In any case, some new information drops like the atomic bomb upon repeating her statement about living inside of you. It was at this point a lot of things start to begin making sense to you.

“So are you telling me that I failed in freeing you. “ You lament, feeling rather frustrated by your incompetence as you wipe the tears
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>>4003018

“You only open the door for me. You didn’t exactly remove 『Bookmaker』 or my birdcage. No amount of physical or mental force can do that. Not that I recommend you to try and prove me wrong. Again, Kenichi, it would be rather problematic if you end up shattering your entire existence forcibly breaking what is keeping me from existing on this plane. Not to mention you just got 『Babylon’s Book』. I don’t think I need to point out you don’t have the refined experience to completely know the ins and outs to use it, nor have the experience to optimize such a skill. That is one of『The Beginning』’s weaknesses. It requires you having to train and experiment with the old fashion way to properly use those skills it grants.” Anshin'in says.


“Like Icarus and his wings, your hubris is leading you to your impending doom. Though personally, I’d say Phaëthon fits you more considering the gift I gave you so graciously is causing your self-destruction as you’re trying to fight fate.” Anshin'in chuckles, closing her eyes as she was now next to you as you merely pout by her taunt. Soon she transitions into a genuine smile as she turns to you. “But in this case, it might be very beneficial to me after all. Previously I have only been able to interact with you during your subconscious, usually through great strives like fighting against death or overcoming inner turmoil. But here it seems that you can see me and converse with me in the real world. I can’t help but think our relationship has advanced to the point I’m the Yami Yugi to your Yugi Motou now.”

“I know you have a bunch of questions to ask me. But aside from my name, I’ll be willing to answer them without hesitation. Or...would you prefer a different kind of reward for putting your life on the line?” Anshin'in asks, taking a rather devious pose as you remind yourself just how alluring this mysterious brunette truly was.

>What do you do

>Ask Anshin'in about [write-in what you want to know]
>Try to use your imagination to interact with Anshin'in and ask for a different kind of reward [skill unlocking]
>Brush it off saying that just having you around is rewarding enough
>Other [write-in]
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>Brush it off saying that just having you around is rewarding enough
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>>Brush it off saying that just having you around is rewarding enough
Be smooth for even more rewards later
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>>4003025
>>Brush it off saying that just having you around is rewarding enough
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>>4003025
>Brush it off saying that just having you around is rewarding enough
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>>4003025

>Brush it off saying that just having you around is rewarding enough
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>>4003057

Alright, looks like we got our winner.

Also, best start theory-crafting what the beginning is since Ajimu is gonna ask you that question.
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>>4003197


Just like that, you were put into quite a predicament. In all honesty, you didn’t consider the possibility of being rewarded for your actions. Even if she was a mere stranger, your moral code would’ve pushed you down the path of self-sacrifice. The noblest of heroic shonen traits and characteristics. It was both good and bad as evidence of your current state of being. It was debatably hypocritical to be against what Medaka does and trying to keep her in moderation. Only for you to do the same thing, abet most of the time it’s by accident or overdoing it and being in the moment. Maybe that’s why 『Model Student』 came at a time most needed. In any case, you were left rather discombobulated over the option.

Was this like one of those saving the princess moments where you get to have anything? Normally in fiction, especially in video games such ideals are left open-ended or uses metaphors like “Cake” to keep their integrity. But this was real life, not a fantasy so things operate far differently. As a teenage boy, its only natural that your thoughts begin to think of more..indecent opportunities. Although Anshin’in says that she was a mere astral projection, you were having it a very hard time believing it. Perhaps this was one of those mind over matter ordeals where if you just will it through hotblooded passion you can interact with Anshin'in like she was a tangible avatar.

What kept them away, however, was your strength of will. Thinking rather closely for a good moment made the answer very clear to you. There was only one real thing you can ever ask for. The only thing that you were fighting all this time for. Even if your brain couldn’t process such inner desire and emotions, your heart was something that’ll never betray you. All you ever do is put faith in your strong convictions, they are your greatest strength alongside your exceptional levels of empathy. Smiling to yourself you start to close your eyes and start to envision the words that you want to say with sincere feelings. Words from the heart.

Slowly tilt your head up, you start scratching the back of your head, humbling yourself. “I’m sure you can give me anything I could ever want for putting my life through the wringer trying to break you out of your imprisonment and free you. But…” As you pause you start to see the visions of Anshin’in that you cracked up with her having a face, no longer faceless or covered in a silhouette.

A warm, genuine smile as wide as possible appears, highlighting the strong bond between you and Anshin’in. “..To be honest, there’s nothing else I can ask for. Just having you near me is more than enough for me. It’s all I need for a reward.” You say, turning to Anshin’in as you layout your feelings. “Sorry if that’s a little cheesy.”
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Anshin’in blinks, positively dumbfounded by your cinnamon bun level of wholesome sweetness. It was almost sickening as it was warm and pure. “Seems like I can’t ever get a read on you or your habit to say corny stuff like this.” Anshin’in sighs, crossing her legs together as she closes her eyes. Slowly forming a smile.” But I don’t dislike such cheeky cheeses. “

“For the record, you are aware since I’m deeply intertwined with you now that I can read your thoughts right.” Anshin’in points out, causing you to blush rather profoundly. Anshin’in makes a rather sly yet smug look on her face as she leans close to you.

“Really is that so? Well then, I’m going to act on one of my thoughts right now” You pout, closing your eyes with a hmph sound. Before she would get the chance to say something else, quite possibly witty bullying to further get under your skin, you decide to act on mind over matter. With a clear envision you suddenly plant yourself upon Anshin’in’s lap. Mastering the art of the air chair exercise, you envision yourself resting on Anshin’in’s lap. Such strong imagination was having quite the effect as your body somehow feels that same kind of warmth and softness as it would be pressing against the real thing.

Yet again Anshin’in was brought to being speechless. Although she closes her eyes and kept a smile, she was quite fuming over you taking full advantage of her predicament. “You’re such a louse, Kenichi. Or should I be calling you Keikō now?” Anshin’in retorts.

“Says the woman reading a person’s mind like a diary. Besides, it’s not like I’m not worthy of this.” You argue back, making a smug, wide grin on your face while being in Anshin’in’s embrace. “Nobody will see you anyway if you’re no different than a ghost.”

“Suppose you’re right. You have been working quite hard. Even going back to face your trauma for my sake alongside your own.” Soon you find yourself staring at Anshin’in’s reddish-brown eyes, staring deeply into your very soul like a hawk’s. A soft smile forms on her face as she uses the same trick to stroke your hair.“Say, Kenichi. Mind telling me what’s your interpretation of 『The Beginning』is?”

>What is your answer?
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"My interpretation, huh? Well... every time I needed help one of my friends and family came to help me by sharing their skill with me. So the way I see it,『The Beginning』is a skill that lets the people I love fight by my side when I'm in trouble, that helps us work together to overcome anything. It's a skill to bring us closer."
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>>4003511
Compared to the past me who only had Number One and ended up getting mind crushed cause of reasons you might already know. 『The Beginning』I consider as a form of rehabilitation, while I slowly began to hunt for my memories it was only when I confronted Kumagawa in my head did I use 『The Beginning』after learning the truth. And that’s when I slowly began to change that everyone noticed compared to the old me that ended up rushing into things with almost zero thought of looking it through the other persons view. Number One made me believe I could beat everything by myself and remain on top, but『The Beginning』reminded me of the fact I didn’t start alone. From my mother’s crazy training to the support of my sister and my friends that I made and those waiting to be made are what made Kenichi and further strength him.
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Supporting
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>>4003511

The Beginning could be the very concept of Beginning. To start, to create, rawness which needs to be refined over time. Friendships and bonds can be made sure, but they still need to be maintained and worked on. The Beginning is a skill-based form form of the narrative idea, a hero always starts out from the bottom in some sense and needs to work their way up. Kenichi's view of the End as personal mastery acts in reflection to how the Beginning is:

The Ultimate Learner compared to The End's Ultimate Mastery.
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>>4004662
>>4003791
I want to support both of these. The former explains what The Beginning is and the latter explains why it was created in the first place. Both revolve around Kenichi for their interpretations which makes sense considering it was made for him.
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>>4003604
>>4003791
>>4004042
>>4004662
>>4004678

"My interpretation, huh?” You blink repeatedly, showing genuine confusion from Anshin’in. “Don’t you already know what the skill is? Or at least deduce its true nature far quicker than I can.”

“Yes I’d know it if I really think about it but it’ll be boring if I just tell you the answer. Besides, don’t you want to come up with your hypothesis and solve the mystery rather than be handed the cheat sheet?” Anshin’in explains, pointing out that while she can provide the answer it wouldn’t be as satisfying. As a result, you start to remember back to when Medaka was in the hospital with you at age two. Seeing her solve the problems in the toy chest made you really happy but soon empty the more you think about it. It was only when you did it yourself that you truly felt accomplished and fully satisfied.

Closing your eyes, you made a rather soft smile after seeing what Anshin’in was implying. “Yeah, you’re absolutely right about that. Let’s see..” You ponder, stroking your chin as you begin to think closely.

“Well...at first I thought it was a skill that creates skills. Considering the skills that I ended up with generally came precisely at the right time at the right moment. Or they came ahead of schedule to combat a future incident. But I don’t think such a description fits this ability manipulation type skill. “As you talk you mentally begin making a list of the new skills that you obtained since the beginning’s awakening. It wasn’t long before you realize the imagery of Hitomi and Maguro in your line of vision. “If anything Duplication would be more accurate. “

“Well, I managed to pull out two skills that currently belongs to two people I know. Yet there isn’t a doubt in my mind that those skills are still with their original owners.”

“So you’re saying it’s like some sort of advanced mimicry skill. But that doesn’t account for the skills that aren’t presently known. Less you want to count the quadrillion skills that I have sealed inside me.” Anshin’in asks, casually dropping a rather big plot bomb while making a cute facial expression as her tongue sticks out.
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>>4005320

“Huh….” Again you blink constantly, quickly breaking out of your confident smile into a panic looked. Upon doing so you felt yourself almost about lose where you are and miss the chance to finish your hypothesis. Shaking your head furiously, you kept the questions about Anshin'in absurdity repressed and focused your attention back on your explanation. “No, I don’t it’s like a mimicry skill. Mimicries generally are usually limited by how one can replicate the activity in motion, with the best being at a hundred percent. But with the『The Beginning』 it’s different. It almost feels like I can continuously improve and develop the skill I obtain. While it’s not instantaneous, I can effectively achieve a new possibility with the skill or technique in question. Not just being a mere copycat but truly make it my own.”

“So how does this relate to your skills and connecting with your friends and loved ones?.” Anshin’in asks, twirling her fingers against your long autumn brunette hair.


“Well... every time I needed help one of my friends and family came to help me by sharing their skills with me. “ When I’m with them, it feels like we can overcome anything as we work together. Whenever I’m in trouble, the people I love always come to my side. “ You uttered, closing your eyes to better visualize the feelings deep inside. In no time you feel yourself being surrounded by all your classmates and friends, not only just your family or closed ones. “..That’s why I believe it’s directly tied to my heart. Making it irrelevant if they have a skill or not as 『The Beginning』 will respond to those feelings and forge a new skill out of those bonds.”

“Oho…so it’s something similar to 『Number One』then?” Anshin’in perks up, showing a rather curious look on her face as she watches you stumble across discovering the answer.

“I can’t say. To me 『Number One』is a skill that revolves around growth. How we often rise to the challenge that ultimately faces in life. No matter the ordeal, there’s always room for growth and improvement, the chance to learn and become better than you were previously. In laments terms, it’s a skill which lies within any protagonist, given how far we've advanced and we are advancing at this rate, the power of one’s potential and maximizing it as the odds become more even and our goals become more obtainable. “ You briefly pause, catching your breath as you think back to the first skill you obtained. How it lets you stand on your two feet and giving you the feeling of being the center of attraction. But the more you thought about it, the more isolated and distant you feel in comparison to 『The Beginning』 where there’s a constantly immense warmth engulfing you. “Compare to that, 『The Beginning』 only shares the same stipulation that it responds to adversity and challenges. But unlike 『Number One...I’m not alone.”
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>>4005367

“...” Anshin’in pauses, keeping herself quiet as she stares more intently at you. Like one of those dolls that never blinks, it’d be rather ominous if you weren’t so distracted in thought.

Slowly you begin to close your eyes again, folding your arms underneath your chest and reflecting on everything that leads you towards this conclusion. “Compared to the past me who only had 『Number One』 and ended up getting mind crushed cause of reasons you might already know. 『The Beginning』is something I consider as a form of rehabilitation. While I slowly began to hunt for my memories it was only when I confronted Kumagawa in my head did I use 『The Beginning』after learning the truth. And that’s when I slowly began to change that everyone noticed compared to the old me that ended up rushing into things with almost zero thought of looking it through the other person’s view. Number One made me believe I could beat everything by myself and remain on top, but『The Beginning』reminded me of the fact I didn’t start alone. From my mother’s crazy training to the support of my sister and my friends that I made and those waiting to be made are what made Kenichi Hakumasa and further strength him as time goes on.”

“In summary, I believe 『The Beginning』is the very concept of Beginning. Or in this case the beginning of the Hero’s Journey.”

“..Hero’s Journey?”Anshin’in asks, practically on the edge of her seat with anticipation on the final piece of the puzzle coming together. You, on the other hand, was envisioning the one person who you’d think would fight the perfect image of a protagonist. Everything she did was right within the realm of a stereotypical archetype as it’s taken to its logical conclusion. In comparison to you, you were merely a foil, another archetype based on the revamp of the old Yamato Damashii concept that shonen was pushing for. The hard-working knucklehead that wasn’t born with anything special or has any inherent talent but still became extraordinary though others.

“To start, to create, rawness which needs to be refined over time. Friendships and bonds can be made sure, but they still need to be maintained and worked on. The Beginning is a skill-based form of the narrative idea, a hero always starts from the bottom in some sense and needs to work their way up. Unlike a skill that could make one a personal master, I truly believe this skill is a mirror reflection of that. The Ultimate Learner compared to the Ultimate Master.” You open your eyes, smiling brightly after briefly thinking back to Medaka. Mentally you thanked her for being the spitting image that help finally crack the puzzle. “So how’s that?”
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>>4005399

Anshin’in closed her eyes, taking a moment to congratulate herself for choosing well as she confronts your smile with one of her own. “That’s Correct. I have chosen well if you were able to piece together The Beginning in such a short time without any assistance. And you did it without even using Analysis too. Which would’ve only given you a boring, analytical answer a computer would make.”

“I suppose I should add on to that to tie up all loose ends. Starting with breaking down Medaka’s Abnormality. Most would assume that it’s some sort of mimicry abnormality. Something that lets you imitate another’s skill at a fraction of their full potential. But it far exceeds mere mimicry and is just as important to the story narrative as your『The Beginning』. It’s a skill called 『The End』.” As Anshin’in mentions those words, you find yourself shocked to hear the name of Medaka’s skill. Just the name alone was enough to start making you considered how true it was that you as a foil to Medaka. The anthesis to the perfect shonen protagonist that always wins. But different compared to Kumagawa, the villain protagonist who always loses.

Anshin’in only smiles in response at you starting to put the pieces together about the true extent of Medaka’s skill. “Unlike the 『The Beginning』, 『The End』 is an ability that allows her to learn and instantly master any skill. Even abnormalities can be copied by the End and utilized at a hundred and twenty percent of their efficiency and power. An abnormality tailored towards mastery and then perfection simultaneously.” At this stage, Anshin’in went into great detail about the strengths and weaknesses of the skill called『The End』 as you continue to keep quiet.

“In comparison, 『The Beginning』is a skill that allows one to utilize the powers of others through connections, forming a bond as you would say. Through the bond, it grants the abnormality the ability to borrow the abnormality, duplicate it and incorporate it into your own before returning the original source back to the target instantaneously and simultaneously. Rather than perfecting and completing an abnormality, the beginning continuously develops it. It opens new applications through the boundless possibilities it brings. Allowing it to take different paths and improve further, or even transition into a new abnormality altogether. Complete Evolution. “Anshin’in smirk, pointing her finger at your nose before flicking it playfully.

“In retrospect, it’s a skill best suited to you. As a martial artist, you’re always pushing for new heights and always striving to learn something new. The concept of perfection doesn’t exist, because to perfect something means the very end of its potential. It’s not just martial artists, countless people strive for infinite possibilities. Taking the art of imitation thoroughly to its logical extremes as it emulates the original in every way.”
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>>4005425

“But at your current stage, I estimate you need to remember the feeling and characteristics of others to utilize that power. Essentially gaining their rhythm as it overlaps yours to better model those patterns, turning yourself into a doppelganger of them. The stronger the bond, the quicker it is to influence the skill obtained by 『The Beginning』. Otherwise...“ Anshin’in pause, keeping herself silent as she waits for you to finish her sentence.

“It won’t be as effective if I just use them once and let them fade with time, am I wrong?” You ask, already getting the gist of what Anshin’in was implying.

“Correct. Truthfully there are two more aspects of the 『The Beginning』 that you failed to describe before you can consider yourself truly aware of your skill and truly made it your own. But it can’t be helped. You only unconsciously utilized one while it’s still in development and the other is still in slumber. You may have made progress with 『The Beginning』 but it’s far too soon for you to reach the Next Stage. For now, continue refining your skills and further your development with 『The Beginning』. You’ll need it if you ever want to defeat that terrifying skill once it’s completed.”

“On that note, don’t cut 『Number One』short. Just as 『The Beginning』 is the representative of Shonen Jump’s motto of teamwork, friendship, and empathy. It represents another important aspect that’s deeply rooted in its philosophy...as well as the cold truth.” Although you saw Anshin’in give a warm smile, you couldn’t help but feel something heavy and cold in that sentence. You weren’t sure what exactly. “But for now let’s not talk about such things and take this chance to rest. You got a busy day tomorrow after all….since now you have to deal with the ramifications of my soul freely flowing through your body as we’re now fully intertwined.”

>How do you proceed?

>Go to sleep and rest up
>Ask Anshin’in what she means by you and her being fully intertwined
>Talk about [write-in what you want to discuss with Anshin’in]
>Imbrace your inner Hansode and stuff yourself with food to help with the recovery process
>Other [write-in]
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>>4005445
>>Ask Anshin’in what she means by you and her being fully intertwined
l-lewd
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>>4005445

>Ask Anshin’in what she means by you and her being fully intertwined
>Kiss her again

TWO FOR TWO, LET'S GO BOYS
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>>4005445

Forgot that I actually had this tidbit for the description so pretend she said it in canon

"The power to transcends space and time to carry the wishes and bonds of both the past and future, the next evolution of the Beginning Series…Oh, I shouldn’t be telling you its name yet. You’re not yet ready to stand on the Next Stage yet."
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>>4005452
Seconding this if we are beginning to return to the real world.
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>>4005471

You are in the real world, Ajimu is interacting with you as a spirit while you use the power of feelings and imagination to reach her. You're just living in one of the dummy houses to avoid suspicion while you attend Suisou Academy. Sorry if I wasn't clear on it.
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>>4005445
Supporting >>4005452
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>>4005445
>Ask Anshin’in what she means by you and her being fully intertwined
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>>4005451
>>4005452
>>4005686
>>4006097
>>4005471

“What exactly do you mean by fully intertwined?” You ask, still adjusting yourself to the philosophical explanation of 『The Beginning』and by proxy 『Number One』 in some regards. In all honesty, it was probably better to go recharge your batteries by eating and resting as you felt like you could out eat Medaka and Hansode in an eating contest. But curiosity was keeping you from focusing on tending to your weakened body. That and hearing about you and Anshin’in being intertwine left a lot of interpretation, especially that of the lewd kind.

“Exactly what it implies. With the seal of 『Bookmaker』still holding my body in place as well as keeping the majority of my various powers and talents sealed within the black sphere, only my soul has managed to leave that place and station itself inside of you. So in a way, you’re like a vessel for me.” Anshin’in smiles, bluntly stating exactly what you were thinking as she raises her finger.

“Errm...W-Wha...aaaaaahhh...Uhhhh….I don’t think I have the words to say precisely what I am feeling so could you start explaining.” You muttered, practically rendered discombobulated upon discovering that the person you been searching for so long has been inside of you this entire time.

“Well to make a long story short, due to an unfortunate accident I needed another place to hide out while I try to remove 『Bookmaker』from my body with the very skill Kumagawa transferred into me after I convinced him to trade skills with me. Unfortunately, he saw through my ruse and with the new skill he obtained, he managed to create something I did not expect. So before getting hit with the sealing combo, I used the last of my strength to transfer my very being into something that can hold it to avoid being completely cut off from reality. But time was short so I settled on the closest thing I can find….Which was you.” Anshin’in briefly pause, pointing her finger at your chest. Upon doing so you felt that swirling vortex coursing through your body as it was far greater than the burning passion that『The Beginning』carries. If 『The Beginning』was a star then Anshin’in’s entire existence trumps it as the biggest sun imaginable. “In hindsight, it worked on your favor since you immediately bounced back just in time to see Medaka vs Kumagawa in action and burn the memory of War God Mode into your mind.”
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>>4006872

“In essence, you’re carrying the equivalent of the big bang inside your very core. Though if I am to be honest that very presence preceded the creation of the universe. A rather very long period that spans on throughout history. Of course, it often changes like a flickering flame that it’s easy for people to forget about it.” Anshin’in explains, snowballing your clear signs of anxiety and nervousness over carrying such a thing inside your body. It was a miracle you didn’t burn out as a result.

As you calm yourself down, something else was starting to click. Listening closely to her explanation, your eyes start to go wide as everything starts to fall into place. Upon discovery, you begin to start sweating awkwardly at the abnormal paradoxical existence that was “...In other words, the reason that I have a skill at all...is because of you. You have been trapped inside my body since middle school, and as a result that cosmic power that you embodied essentially manifests itself as the two skills I obtained in this journey on the road to rehabilitation.”

Anshin’in slowly opens her eyes, narrowly squinting as her brown eyes turned scarlet as she resumes her cheerful demeanor. “Well, aren’t you quick on the uptake. Guess given the fact that you’re a straight-A student makes you immune to the dumb as brick Shonen Hero trope. But yes, you are correct. The beginning is a skill that best represents your inner self but it is also the skill that best describes our union. Our bonds even. I’m a special being that transcends humanity, I am the Not-Equal who is impartial Anshin’in. From the moment I been born and long before I was given flesh, I have been accumulating the cosmic powers of all of creation. As a result, I am more gifted than anyone out of the entire run of creation so far. Well, except for the only other opposite to me, a hero who comes once every thousand years who fulfill the role of the main protagonist.”

"So does that mean Kui's stories about you were..." You paused.

"Correct, they were all true. Of course, I think there's some slight exaggeration to the numbers of skills I preformed during that Era. But I couldn't help myself going a bit overboard, a girl has to keep busy while finding these special heroes from time to time." Anshin'in closed her eyes again, touching her face as she fawns over old memories as she vividly recollect just how many skills she used to perform all those magical girl tricks and miracles. All the more leaving you in a state of pure worry.
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>>4006898

“Let’s say this world operated on the same principles as a manga. As much as I don’t want to admit it, there’s someone out there more qualified than myself to be considered the “hero” of the story. And I can already guess you know who that is?” You sighed, closing your eyes as you rub the temple of your forehead trying to curb your suspension of disbelief. Kui’s stories about Anshin’in didn’t seem all that farfetched now hearing it from the goose’s mouth. If anything they undersold her possible potential as Asnshin’in confirms your suspicions.

“That’s right, Medaka Kurokami is such a being. In a way, she’s my opposite we’re fated to meet again sooner or later. But I’m afraid just like you she has suffered the most from the combo seal that Kumagawa achieved with 『Bookmaker』 and one other skill not yet revealed. I believe your analysis has picked up traces of it but those are just derivation of his core character manifested. The true ability that best fits his core identity has yet to fully manifest, so its currently in a state of instability. But even in its unstable state, it’s a rather terrifying skill befitting the Medaka of Minuses. Just like 『Bookmaker』, it did, after all, manage to effect this godly being in front of you. Especially to this extent.” Anshin'in points out by briefly returning to her ancient form as a Miko, numerous screws attached deeply within her body. Further highlighting just how lucky you were to come back from a similar experience, you get the feeling that Anshin'in must have been the one who brought you back to life during that day as she returns to her middle school appearance.

"So what exactly was the skill used in conjunction with 『Bookmaker』? Was it 『Trans-Fiction』 or 『Science-Fiction』?" You ask, trying to fish for answers as you put aside just how overpowered that combo has to be to seal someone of Anshin'in 's Calibur.

“You’ll have plenty of time uncovering the secret of that skill in due time. Right now let’s get back to the task at hand. Besides, with my powers sealed, I can’t exactly tell you what those two other skills do. You’ll have to find the answers yourself by facing Kumagawa.” Anshin'in playful shrugs, once again pointing out how Kumagawa was essentially cockblocking you from the important information and experiences that you were putting your life over.
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>>4006909

“Whatever, please continue.” You sighed, putting your head back on Anshin’in’s lap and going back to tending to your headache.

“Good, now where was I. Ah yes, because my soul is intertwined with your very being, my very essence will begin flowing into you at a more consistent and rapid rate. That same divine radiance that led to me developing any sort of skill, the very same power that took three years to manifest as the beginning while I reside deep inside of you is no longer filtered by the ultimate sealing combo. Although I did a really good job tailoring and nurturing the beginning to be the perfect anthesis to Medaka’s the End and one other person’s skill, it doesn’t change the fact that it is a fraction of the cosmic power residing inside of me.”

“In summary?”

“So, if you start developing skills that are ultra-specific to your immediate thoughts and wishes at the time and quite limited in their effectiveness and efficiency then you have me to thank. Who knows, you may even inherent several of the quadrillion skills that are inside of me. “ Anshin’in winks, briefly taking the role of a gag character to avoid responsibility as you felt the urge to slap her shoulder and call her out on this absurd nonsense.

“Errm...what…” You blinked, opening up your eyes as you briefly pull yourself up to face Anshin’in eye to eye. A disgruntled look follow by signs of further anxiety begin to express themselves vividly as you start to put together this phenomenal is how Anshin’in gained so many skills. And to think such a powerful skill like 『The Beginning』 is only a fraction of that overwhelming cosmic divinity. “That sounds horribly inconvenient and troublesome.”

“I know it may seem underwhelming but it can’t be helped. It’s very fickled at what can constitute a strong skill. But that’s where the Beginning comes in. Through your talent and hard work, you can make any worthless skill you obtain have value, so long as you’re willing to put in the work for it. And it’s not like you won’t develop Burnout [The ruin the back wheels of any car you can see power]. Now and then, you can gain powers with greater scope and magnitude, especially if you are desperately needing them or have a great connection to the potential power. But such times are quite rare, especially for someone who only has my radiance for a little more than three years. “ Anshin'in explains, helping you digest the entire thing through sock puppets. Although different, you couldn't help but think about the dynamic of Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki with this running gag.
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>>4006954

“On that note, I’m not sure if this power will remain inside of you even after you complete your promise and free me from my imprisonment, but on the off chance it does, it’ll eventually mature and the scale and magnitude powers you’ll manifest will become more common. As well as 『The Beginning』 becoming more powerful over time. But there is one downside I do have to tell you.”Anshin’in reflects, showing signs of her actual age despite clearly still being a childish maiden at heart. It was rather the conflicting paradox. But when she trails off you felt an impending doom about to come.

“And what is that downside?” You gulped, keeping a straight face and hiding your growing paranoia. You were visionary thinking that the accumulating power would make your body explode as there’s a limit to how much a human can contain within. But Anshin’in merely shook her head, immediately rendering that paranoia not what she has in mind.

“Just like with Naruto Uzumaki and the Nine-Tailed Fox called Kurama, Asta and his inner Demon, Yugi Motou and Millenium Puzzle/Yami Yugi, Ichigo and the Inner Hollow called Zangetsu, even temporally like Yusuke Urameshi and Raizen, Light Yagami and Ryuuk, Guts and the Berserker Armor, Tsukune Aono and the vampire blood of Moka Skashiya, this power is essentially a forbidden ability.~” For a brief moment, you see a rather serious Anshin’in, completely different from the perfect girlfriend you viewed her as. Although she has a smile like before, something was unsettling and almost sinister about it. You refrain from speaking up about it and continued to listen while picturing the worst-case scenario.

“Though I won’t lie and say our relationship isn’t like Yoh Asakura and Amidamaru, Izuku Midoriya and the holders of one for all, Hikaru Shindo and Fujiwara no Sai, Ushio Aotsuki and Tora, Kogarashi Fuyuzora and Yuuna Yunohana, Saori and Athena, Yusuke Urameshi and Puu, the two Moka Akashiya, and many others, but it doesn’t change the fact that using my power is quite the double edge sword. Now I won’t say something cliche and say that if you use my power carelessly you’ll die. But…”Anshin’in spoke, slowly moving her hands to touch the side of your face. Leaning forward with her devilish smile, the room would feel immensely cold and dark, just from Anashin’in’s presence. “If you’re not careful, you’ll lose something precious...you’re very impression of your sense of self.”

"...When you say that...do you mean your very existence will consume mine?" You ask.

“In this case, more and more of my being will most likely imprint itself on to your soul. Bit by bit you’ll become more like me, till finally nothing of yourself will remain. Effectively being my doppelganger. You'll continue to exist...but only as Anshin’in.”
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>>4006980

“...” Try as you may but the words you wanted to say just won’t come out. This was certainly befitting of tampering with the devil’s power in many different types of shonen. But this seems more like a deconstruction of the typical dark power with a price. Of course, if things life death was a cause, then chances are because of Anshin’in’s presence it would be null and void since you’ll just revive. But that didn’t remove the threat of death as you begin to wonder how dying and reborn as this would have on you. Would you lose more of yourself the closer you become with Anshin’in, like Goku Black?

Seeing the distress on your face, Anshin’in returned to her usual self and simply pets your hair to relieve you of your troubles. “But putting that aside, there is also another factor to consider. While it is true that Suisou Academy and one other location has the idea to create the perfect human being. Their methods and reasonings are vastly different. Suisou Academy’s goal is to create another paradoxical abnormality, like myself. So you can say that this school is a beacon for the Non-Equals, calling them back as this is their safe haven. As for what a non-equal is, they are basically people who carry me a portion of my cosmic being. Potential backups for me to jump to if the situation arises for it. But for the most part, they are people who transcend the very concept of the abnormality that are pluses and minuses. They’re not ruled by their abnormality and have skills that are either too powerful, too versatile or too unconventional to fall under the mere guise of a plus or minus. A true living representative of one of the single universal truths. Not are men are created equal.”

You close your eyes again, letting out another sigh as you begin to have second thoughts about coming to Suisou Academy. “...I think I get it now. Because I open the door, the Non-Equals will be able to sense my connection to you. Knowing that I am your vessel and that’ll have a profound effect depending on person to person.”

“Well, you’re half-right. They’ll think of you as another Non-Equal, a rather special one from the norm. A candidate closer to becoming the next Anshin’in. But they won’t be able to see or hear me unless I will it. The same goes for Kumagawa since he’s the one who sealed me and put us in this predicament. Of course, he’ll just think of you as another Non-Equal so he may very well be interested….especially if you’re the one who can complete his true objective.”

>How do you proceed?

>Continue going to Suisou Academy to uncover the mystery and stop Kumagawa
>Cut your loses and return to Hakoniwa Academy
>Ask Anshin'in what she thinks the two of you should do?
>Try to use The Beginning + Anshin's essence to draw a skill that can help in this situation
>Other [write-in]
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>>4007021

Sorry for not doing the attempted kiss yet, but given how serious things are, I feel like addressing the elephant in the room and focusing on the plot takes higher priority. There will be time for romance and slapstick afterward.
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>>4007021
>>Continue going to Suisou Academy to uncover the mystery and stop Kumagawa
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>>4007021
>>Try to use The Beginning + Anshin's essence to draw a skill that can help in this situation
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>>4007021

>Continue going to Suisou Academy to uncover the mystery and stop Kumagawa
>Try to use The Beginning + Anshin's essence to draw a skill that can help in this situation

Let's go for both
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>>4007021
>>Continue going to Suisou Academy to uncover the mystery and stop Kumagawa
She just said that overusing The Beginning means we get overtaken by her. I imagine using it alongside her essence would only speed up that process. I'd rather only use it when we absolutely need to.
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>>4007021
>Continue going to Suisou Academy to uncover the mystery and stop Kumagawa
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>>4007051

It only gives risk to overtaken her when using the beginning to draw power from her, or directly using the phenomenal that gives Ajimu so many skills. Mostly when you abuse it, but you are right that combining the two speeds up the process like a proper double-edge sword.

Using it how you been doing so aka relying on your bonds with friends/family/etc provides the least amount of risk furthering your integration with Anshin'in.

But I'll manly use rolls to judge the process every time you use it.
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>>4007051
I know but I'm feeling lucky right now.
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>>4007076

But also as a counterbalance, when you use the Beginning to nab one of Ajimu's quadrillion skills, it'll usually be a decent to great one, depending on the die roll. But again, double edge sword.
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>>4007040
I am okay with that
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Forgot the pic for this scene.
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>>4007021
>Continue going to Suisou Academy to uncover the mystery and stop Kumagawa
Go find Hansode, probably a good idea to think of an exit strategy if things go south to fast.
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>>4007026
>>4007051
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>>4007105
>>4007040

Sorry Gamblers, unless more people speak up, it looks like we're playing it safe and going back to school.
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>>4007021
>Continue going to Suisou Academy to uncover the mystery and stop Kumagawa
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>>4007040
+1
Why not both
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>>4007384

Alright since I took too long and abruptly had to sleep in early. >>4007561

I'll let you roll since enough people are strongly for gambling. So roll those d100 before I finish my post.
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>>4007707

Also may or may not be an apology for delaying the kiss to much later.
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Rolled 18 (1d100)

>>4007707
I will punish the gamblers with this 2
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Rolled 68 (1d100)

>>4007707
RNG Gods, hear my call...
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Rolled 90 (1d100)

>>4007707
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Rolled 12 (1d100)

>>4007707
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>>4007707
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>>4007707

“Well that just swell, isn’t it? I nearly broke down trying to confront Kumagawa. Now you’re telling me that I’m going to have a harder time going unnoticed precisely because of this endeavor?” You sigh, turning your head from Anshin’in and looking to the side. It wasn’t surprising that you end up sulking at yourself essentially pulling a monkey’s paw and making your job that much harder. “Can you at least tell me what sort of plan Kumagawa is thinking of by coming here to Suisou Academy?”

“Sorry but the main version of myself that’s currently living inside of you isn’t connected with the interpretation of myself that lives in Kumagawa’s heart. So I can’t tell you the answer even if I want to.” Anshin’in playfully shrugs, lowkey revealing the fact that there’s an interpretation of herself that lies within Misogi Kumagawa. Perhaps even hinting more at how the sealing works if everyone’s interpretation of Anshin’in has been cut off and isolated in the empty void.

Staring intently at the wall you soon start to angrily scratch your head. It was rather frustrating coming into such a roadblock but it’ll be all the more irritable if you ran back home with your tail in between your legs. Especially after all the effort you put into this infiltration and dragging your best friend Hansode along for the ride. After letting out an agitated sigh you find yourself calming down as things come into the right perspective. “Great...then all the more reason why I can’t leave Suisou Academy. I might have ended up freeing your spirit from the seal, but that only means I’m a glorified anchor to you. It hasn’t changed the fact you’re still trapped and I don’t remember you. And I think for my mind’s sake, I better not force myself to remember. So the only thing I can do is gather information in the old fashion way. Besides, it’ll leave a bad taste in my mouth if I leave Kumagawa unintended.”

“That’s the spirit. Really showing your true colors as a potential Main Character by diving into danger and adversity for your loved ones.” Anshin’in points out, practically cheering you on and getting you out your slump.
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>>4007902


Motivated by what was essentially your ghost waifu, you feel yourself cultivating a burning desire inside. The fires of passion reinvigorating you with newfound inner strength and restoring stamina and confidence. Quickly you pull yourself off from Anshin’in’s lap and prop yourself up into proper meditative stance. Followed up with one of the breathing forms of Qigong, you start to put yourself into the zone. Slowly close your eyes you begin to control your breathing and channel your essence. Motions begin to cease as you transition to being an immovable object. Even without 『Model Student』, you were rather good at tempering your reflexes when it came to feats like Meditation. In no time flat, you were reaching perfect balance with yourself as you begin to harmonize with yourself.

Staring rather curiously at you, Anshin’in begins to cycle you from all sides. “What pray tell are you trying to achieve? Are you hoping to reach peace of mind? I though my very presence alone made you relieved.” Anshin’in jokes, playing off the fact that Anshin means to be at ease in the Japanese language. Yet even with her playful banter, you feel yourself still in deep concentration.

“What’s it look like? I’m meditating to get a feel for this cosmic radiance inside of me. I barely got a handle on 『The Beginning』, especially after learning about its true identity. So I’m trying to see if I can be fully in control of the power and willingly invoke the skill that best helps my situation. ” You retort, continuing to envision the skill that you desire most to help you out. “Besides, you got practically over a quadrillion skills. Surely one of them will be within arm’s reach.”

“Although I can relate to you trying to improve things to your favor since this is way out of your paygrade. But are you really sure you shouldn’t be worried about using those two forces in conjunction? I reshaped 『The Beginning』to be your safety net and training tool. Using my presence to greatly amplify it is rather recklessly dangerous even by your banchou standards.” Anshin’in sweatdrops, pointing out the dangers that you were about to breach. To which you brushed it off without hesitation.

“Afterwards! I can’t worry about that now! Remind me to worry about the aftereffects and potential risk of spreading the integration further after I pull this off.” You reply, confidently folding your arms to further set the mood and highlight your defiance.

Anshin’in found herself staring blankly at you for a moment before breaking down into a modest chuckle. “You are as irrational and brash as ever Kenichi. I guess there really was no need to warn you after all. “

“Hah! Like I’m going to give that up. It’s the main thing that makes these adventures and challenges any fun.” You smiled.
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>>4007931

Transitioning into deep meditation, everything starts to slow down. The world around you becoming still and silent. Not a single motion was perceived, giving the impression that time itself has stopped. It was strangely similar to when you utilize 『Mind’s Eye』 with your perception skills such as 『Parasite Seeing』 and 『Anaysis』. But on the safe side, you refrained from relying on those skills. Instead, you relied on your body memorization skills to pick up on that feeling. You wanted to reach that period where that cosmic current was flowing through you, controlling your actions and making you appear otherworldly. A feeling that starts to slowly surge from your core as you start to grasp that sensation.

As your mind drifts you start to visualize yourself as a single soul, surrounded in the vacuum of space within a giant glowing star. A star that slowly transition from a dim light to that the sun.
Back in the real world, a glowing radiance starts to flow through you as you feel your skin glisten in its luminance. Almost like Goku’s Kaioken technique or Luffy’s Gear Second, your aura begins to flare out while your hair starts to rise and become slightly spiker and more solid, with having some loose strands. Having experienced 『Only One』first hand, you found yourself learning how to harness your chi and influence the flow of one’s life energy and chakra. A teaching that your mother taught you but of a greater volume than what normal people can achieve.

Quite possibly thanks to the side effect of 『Model Student』allowing you to tap into your body’s full power like. Just like that time, to which you believed was Diabolous Mode. But in truth, that explosive rush of escalating power was closer to that what your subconscious has dubbed...Sanctus Devil Mode. Of course, such knowledge was unknown to you at this time. Even so, the groundwork that lead to its foundation was still there, for now, you only stuck to the basics. Using those two pervious experiences together help served to bridge the path between you and Anshin’in. Metaphoyiscally grasping at the power source your eyes start to open as a dark shade of red illuminates, turning into a rainbow color as it symbolizes the universe.

Watching you through this entire time, Anshin’in’s eyes start to widen ever so largely as she claps her hands at your trance. Although it was faint, you managed to succeed in linking yourself to that cosmic power through 『The Beginning』 and as a result, enhance the skill in the process. “Oho, so you obtained 『Mirror Juvenile』?”
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>>4007955

“One of my personal favorites, especially when used in conjunction with 『Standing Ovation』, the skill that makes anything relating to me impossible to be read, document or even understand. But anyway, unlike the former that denies recognization, this skill flips the script and changes how they’re defined. It’s a skill that allows one to change how one perceives you through the senses or even make one unperceivable though not at the same level that 『Standing Ovation』 can provide.『Mirror Juvenile』 is very similar to Unknown Hero, but Unknown Hero also greatly gives a person abnormally monstrous strength to justify its unperceivable power. Effectively allowing one to be the personification of victory through absolute strength. Mirror Juvenile just changes what sort of mask you wear and how effective it. But since you used my very essence mixed with The Beginning, it seems like it has already evolved into the skill 『My Wonderland』. How very peculiar.” Anshin’in explains, keeping a close eye at you as the overflowing aura was fully visible.

Briefly staring at yourself and looking at your changed aura, you pull yourself back to look directly at Anshin’in. “Wonderland? Isn’t that the place where the main character Alice keeps changing sizes as a metaphor for the ego and how one faces the trials of growing up. Since its open-ended on whether or not the place is actually real. If it’s based on that, then just having me grow like the main heroine will make my problems seem small by comparison-” Before you finish your train of thought your mind has already set the standard and thus served as the prerequisite for the impending change.

A sharp pain quickly strikes your heart before dissipating into a rush of adrenaline and an energy shot akin to acting as a central nervous system stimulant. Blinking from the rising sensation your body abruptly starts to change. Before you have time to utter a single cry you find yourself rapidly growing as your mass suddenly increases. Following the racing heartbeat, your body surges with the stimulate as it continues to expand. Luckily so did your clothing as they follow suit to the shrewd perception of yourself you gave after comparing yourself to Alice Liddell. As you transition into a giant, the large room starts to feel smaller by comparison. By the time it finally stops, you find yourself rather cramp by your now larger than life stature.

“W-What the hell is this?!” You exclaim, putting yourself in a hysterical fit as you quickly cover your mouth from how loud your voice became. Your quick wit made you figure that this clearly has to do
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>>4007981

“Well, Looking Glass would’ve been a rather silly title if not too on the nose. But as you found out just now. If Mirror Juvenile is the skill that changes how one perceives you, then what do you think Wonderland is?” Anshin’in says, climbing up your leg in mid-speech as you briefly think of gulliver's travels. Though she was just a spirit and flying would ultimately be better, to her it was much more fitting as you look down at Anshin’in growing anxiety, bundling your legs together.

“....Well...Giving the fact that I’m taking up the entirety of the room just because of my interpretation of the children’s tale. I’d have to say….it revolves. Turning a nonexistent lie or interpretation from one’s perspective into the truth. Though in this case, it revolves solely on how I want others to perceive me.” You lament, trying to keep yourself calm despite your predicament. Compared to yourself, Anshin’in started to look like one of those figurines Otakus and collectors keep stored on their furniture stand or bookcase. All the more making things feel awkward for you.

“Well, you’re on the right track at least. Creating our sense of self in the here and now, visualizing who want we want to be or how others want to perceive us, and the delusion of expectation and interpretations we put upon ourselves based on our viewpoints or surrounding area. Such concepts are what best describe the bodily illusion that 『My Wonderland』. When you really think about it, it’s funny how the mind works. Take the rubber hand illusion” or the Alice in Wonderland Syndrome. One of the weirdest and most-studied illusions in neuroscience. If you trick the mind into believing in what is happening to them is real then the body will naturally warp one’s perspective and make it feel like that is reality. In this case, the sensation of you growing to the size of a ten-foot-tall maiden..has become your reality.“

“...Really? Cause it feels like I’m twelve feet actually...” Almost immediately you feel yourself having another growth spurt. When you briefly came to touching the ceiling, you down right slammed your head against it as you greatly take up the entirety of the room. Leaving you really wishing you picked your words carefully as the Alice parallels were running rampant. “AH GOD DAMN IT!!” You screamed, having a muscle knot on the back of your head.
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>>4008003

Anshin’in struggled to keep herself from laughing at your misfortune. Having her creak in snickers wasn’t really helping your confidence as this was bizarre even for abnormalities. “You best get used to having to deal with such possibilities as Suisou Academy while grounded on the very concept of grounded realism, one’s perspective of reality is always changing. There are many abnormals, especially those of Not Equals who redefine what constitutes reality. A simple fisticuff brawl won’t be the straightforward method in taking out such people, especially a Not Equal or a candidate. You’ll have to be much more clever and intuitive than that. “

“...Ugh. I think I almost want to go back to Hakoniwa Academy.” You mutter, sighing deeply in agitation at what was to come at store for your life in Suisou Academy. In the meantime, you begin to feel a sharp pain in your heart. This time it was something...akin to heartburn.

>How do you proceed?

>Take note of the sudden heartburn and try to turn off your connection with the cosmic radiance
>Shrink yourself back to normal thinking that’ll take care of the heartburn
>Endure the pain and document what was the source?
>Ask Anshin’in about the heartburn and rising body temperature and how you should handle it
>other [write-in]
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>>4008003

it revolves around fitting expectations and perceptions of one's self views.

(Forgot that line)
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>>4008004
>>Endure the pain and document what was the source?
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>>4008004
>>Endure the pain and document what was the source?
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>>4008004
>Ask Anshin’in about the heartburn and rising body temperature and how you should handle it
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>>4008004
>>Take note of the sudden heartburn and try to turn off your connection with the cosmic radiance
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>>4008004
>>Shrink yourself back to normal thinking that’ll take care of the heartburn

As a giant we produce more heat and need to pump out more blood than before, so it makes sense we feel something like this.

If shrinkin doesn't fix the problem, let's Analyze, or ask Anshin.
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>>4008014
>>4008018

Swiftly as it came the sharp pain gave way to a burning sensation throughout the body. The source of the burning pain being located around the chest area. Upon reflex, you start to grip your chest and kneeling against your legs. In addition to the sudden wave of chest pain, your heart starts to rapidly beat, thus triggering palpitations. The blood flow was most likely increase to compensate the fact you were a twelve-foot giant stuck inside her foster bedroom. Didn’t help that all the furniture and other assortment of items was making you feel exceptionally cramped. At least you had the foresight to open windows, now you didn’t have to worry about suffocating to death. Still, you begin to start calming yourself and begin to examine yourself for the cause.

To your surprise, it wasn’t a case of needing to produce more heat and pump out more blood than before. While that was the case, something of that accord was easy for the body to adjust. As Anshin’in points out, it was your new reality so naturally, your body adjusted almost instantaneously to this warped perception of oneself. Even so, it didn’t change the fact that this constant sensation of burning pain was running rampant inside. Skin begins to excessively perspire, resulting in sweat, redness of the skin due to flushing, and sudden increase in breathing as it becomes faster and more frequent. Counteracting this you remember your breathing exercise and began to try and control your heart rate.

Uncertain of the cause, you reductively force yourself to withstand the pain and endure the growing sensation. To you, it feels like a growing flood was coming from the northern mountain river creak and the only thing that was holding it back was the dam. Such intense pressure was having quite an impact on you physically as your body temperature continues to rise. Keeping your mind focus on the task at hand you start making some deductions. First, what you were feeling was somewhat similar to a fever. Although to be more accurate it was the heat-related symptoms of a high fever as it feels more like a heat flash than anything else. The growing anxiety you were having somehow was impacting you quite negatively upon further examination. It seems that the stress was adding fuel to the growing wildfire inside of you. Like a maiden in love, but in this case, that overflowing love was trying to suffocate you.
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>>4008581

That was naturally not good as you struggle to curb your growing anxiety and mend the stress. While you did that you close your eyes and begin the search for the source of your problems. Utilizing the knowledge of chi and chakra, you start to get the running rampant flow under stable conditions. Once you manage enough of the process, you start to feel throughout your body through the chi. Unsurprisingly your search leads you back to the heart, the fourth chakra Anahata. That was where the source was ultimately coming from. Focusing deeper in concertation you feel the circulation of the dual forces that composed your soul and Anshin’in’s starting to cycle rather rapidly. Looped in a yin and yang cycle, there was excessive chi of Anshin’in that was overflowing into you, creating the imbalance and the symptoms.

"...It's so hot. It hurts. I hate thiiis..." Those were the rampant thoughts you endured as you continue with your examination. It was far different from being hot-blooded or filled with burning passion, nor could that sensation you feel whenever you use 『Number One』 could compare to the overwhelming pressure that your heart burning was giving you. The closest that came to mind was 『Only One』, but you weren’t consciously aware of the experience to put two and two together. In any case, you slowly start to understand what Anshin’in was trying to warn you off by directly tapping into the source of her powers through 『The Beginning』. Only to soon deal with the threat of fainting from the intense heat.

>What do you do?

>Turn off your connection right now and use 『Model Student』 to cool yourself off before fainting
>Tame the rampant flow of energy and stabilize yourself through force of will
>Endure the ordeal and ask for Anshin’in’s guidance while you keep it from getting worse
>Burn the excess energy doing any sort of physical activity in hopes to stabilize
>Other [write-in]
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>>4008583
>Endure the ordeal and ask for Anshin’in’s guidance while you keep it from getting worse
Don't want to risk it doing it ourselves. Way I figure it, we can always turn it off if she can't help but if we try to do it solo we might just fuck up and get more of her chi.
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>>4008583
>>Endure the ordeal and ask for Anshin’in’s guidance while you keep it from getting worse
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>>4008583
>>Tame the rampant flow of energy and stabilize yourself through force of will

We've done this before when we originally got The Beginning. Now we have more experience so we're sure to succeed. It's time to level up!
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>>4008583
>Endure the ordeal and ask for Anshin’in’s guidance while you keep it from getting worse
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>>4008583
>Tame the rampant flow of energy and stabilize yourself through force of will
This power is mostly caused by our own thoughts, it might be the best to Tame ourselves properly.
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>>4009455
Supporting
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>>4008615
>>4008669
>>4009401
>>4009419
>>4009455
>>4009481

Alright, doing them both, you know the drill. Give me those d100
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Rolled 68 (1d100)

>>4009490
NUMBER ONE!!!
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>>4009490
NUMBER TWO
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>>4009494


This is the life you have chosen, now darkness within darkness awaits you.
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>>4009515
>This is the life you have chosen
I didn't choose the 2 life, the 2 life chose me
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Rolled 51 (1d100)

Screw your twos!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lsn2tT5yTc
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Did we use our one redo already? Or was the Christmas one it?
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>>4009490

With each passing second that burning sensation was spreading like wildfire, increasing your body heat further with every painful jolt. It was no heart attack but your chest most definitely feels heavy and tight, as if someone was stepping their sharp heels directly against your sternum and heart. In spite of your Qigong technique, it was becoming rather difficult to catch your breath. The room begins to twist and turn, spinning wildly to your sudden dizziness. Worst yet was the drifting sensation that was making you feel drowsy. A beaconing call for slumber, something that you were all too familiar with at this point. Struggling against these constant symptoms, you start to will yourself into remaining conscious.

“Anshin’in…..please tell me you know what’s happening to me?” You wince, feeling your breathing becoming labored and more rapid by the second.

“It’s the effects of the cosmic force that you’re currently hooking yourself with and amplifying the 『The Beginning』. I did tell you about the dangers of over abusing the 『The Beginning』 especially when it’s hooked to the cosmic essence that my soul carries. As well as directly diving to use my chi to your own devices. Lucky for us you managed to have enough control to draw a powerful skill and evoke an evolution while keeping the cosmic radiance in check. Otherwise, you’ll be feeling much more than a mere heart burning sensation for using these dual forces together.” Anshin’in explains, backing away to look at you eye to eye. Or as well as a normal-sized ghost girl can with a twelve-foot giantess.

“I didn’t think it would bring these kinds of symptoms. I can’t exactly complain since I don’t feel like I’m losing myself, only having the worst case of ingestion in my entire life. Still, I don’t know how I’m doing it so it’ll be nice if you can tell me how to stop it. Or at the very least keep it under control. “ You pleaded, continuing your best efforts to delay the effects from spreading any further and worsening as a result.

“Like a cup overflowing with water, you just barely managed to subconsciously take some of the water away and keep the remaining substance within the cup. But at some point, that overflowing feeling will return since the cup isn’t empty. And it’ll fill up faster as you progress further. Get too careless and it’ll start overflowing soon again. There’s only so many times you can get lucky and get what you desire from building up so much excess energy to manifest such powerful skills.” Anshin’in explains, slowly moving her hand to her chest as a metaphor and demonstration to the overflowing imbalance that was taking place inside your heart.
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>>4009636

You already used your one redo against a number 2 prior.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUDoXdE2duc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wTb5x5WTnk
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>>4009640

“Remember this feeling. Document it, and most importantly. Never forget it. Cause if you do you may not be able to keep the overwhelming force from doing anything worse than give yourself both heartburn and symptoms for a fever. So I recommend turning off your connection and give yourself a much-needed break. Or find a way to burn off the excess cosmic chi until it’s stable. Either way, you should act fast. It won’t stay a mere heartburn forever.” Anshin’in says.


“....See I could do that but since you told me that I managed to subconsciously control it. Then with me being aware of it now, I should be able to fully balance it and keep the raging surge of power in check. I feel like I already did it once before.” You lament, unable to remember the time in your mind where you underwent the trial to obtain 『The Beginning』 but the sensation was still familiar enough to reassure your confidence.

“...That was only a fraction of the cosmic energy flowing inside of you. It is much different now having the whole source inside of you.” Anshin’in sweatdrops, trying to be the voice of reason.

“No matter what it is, it’s my body and I won’t be enslaved by the escalating cosmic essence. It’s time to make it submit to the Bancho Devil.”

Closing your eyes and clenching your chest, you force yourself to go back into a meditation state. Drowning out all distractions, including Anshin’in’s warnings about how stupid your next course of action is, you find yourself slowly reaching the state of tranquility. Or so it would seem at first glance. In actuality, the constant burning sensation was making it rather difficult to pull off the state of mind needed to keep yourself centered and in control. Regardless, you desperately struggle to keep yourself focused and push yourself against the shifting wildfire burning inside. In between this constant war of attrition, a voice starts to ring inside your head. It was a simple conversation on the phone by one of the residence about shopping.


Huh?.... What’s this?! You slowly tilt your head, trying to pinpoint the feelings and thoughts you were now picking up. As you did so another voice starts to appear. It was the conversation of a couple of boys discussing their plans for the arcade. Soon another voice starts to appear and then another and so on. Wait? H-Hold on, one at a time As you try to appeal to the growing voices inside your head, more and more of them start to appear. Some voices were coming from places that you didn’t think to have voices like the traffic pole and trees. These voices were unintelligible and impossible to translate. Soon it became impossible for you to pinout the voices as they were now too many voices to surf from. Argh there’s too many voices and they won’t stop piling. This is too much!
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>>4009661

As you feel yourself becoming overwhelmed by the voices the burning sensation starts to worsen further, causing one giant to migrate from being connected with everyone and everything around the entire area. The range continuing to expand as it becomes more painful by the second. “...Stop it...stop it…” You keep repeating those words, forcing your eyes open as you can’t stop yourself or cut your connection from the source.

“MAKE IT STOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOP!” You scream in pain and frustrating agony, somehow making your voice distort into a terrifying roar. Pupils begin to slit as you start to elongate your canines and drool boiling saliva. The pain starts to drive you craze as you clinch the side of your heads, disbursing from your giant size as even though it was only temporally, you didn’t have the mental focus to maintain it in stable condition. Leaving Anshin’in to float in the air and watching your sudden change.

The last thing you were able to hear was the words “Pandemonium Devil Mode….unlocked. “ Before you can think about what that implies, another sharp pain throbs intensely at your heart and brain. Thus forcing you into a violent scream as your body temperature skyrockets. The intense burning sensation was now enticing your body like a raging inferno that’s threatening to swallow you up whole. The sea of noises was drowning out your thoughts as your mind starts to collapse from the overwhelming connections your empathy was creating. Meanwhile, your hair starts to spike up in conjunction with your body hulking out.

In a bright flash, your body undergoes a metamorphosis that was while similar to your devil modes, it was completely abnormal. Unlike previous forms, there was an ominous and malicious presence that violently lashes out throughout your surroundings. Quickly your brunette hair starts to become a fiery shade of orange, that glows brightly with great intensity. Although your eyes was now similar to that of parasite seeing, the pupils were slit-like a berserk beast, further emulating the tremendous levels of rage that your broken mind has brought from the stress. Compared to your other forms you were far more animalistic and primal, becoming a walking avatar of destruction and chaos instability.

Anshin’in was left to herself as she stares at the savage presence in front of her. Oddly it was rather familiar to her as she thinks back to a certain individual during their freakout in middle school. “Well, this can’t be good. Diabolus Mode is a form-based entirely on the concept of empathy. Turning emotions into strength while bridging the gap between you and your adversary to allow complete understanding between the two of you. Achieving the forgone ideology of talking from the heart through one’s fist or actions. But this form…” Anshin’in pauses, making a rather grim look on her face.
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>>4009669

“...This form has more in common with Medaka’s War God Form than even I would’ve appreciated. Receiving that cosmic power has boost your empathy to the point that you can hear the voices of all things. Even to things like inanimate objects or animals which usually either inaudible or unintelligible to humans. But for you, you’re able to not only perceive these words but to understand and gain information through them. Hearing the voices of so many things, both living and non-living has driven you into a sea of chaos. Reverting to a state where the too many voices distort one another where you have no understanding of yourself. Therefore words and feelings won’t reach you as you devolve solely to interacting on violent impulses, intrusive thoughts and destructive urges brought by such stimulus.”

Completely unaware of your surroundings, you let out another terrifying primal roar as you start to slam your head violently against the walls and floors. In this enraged state, the only thing you desired most was to stop the noise and you were willing to do anything to achieve it.


“..Though..even if I was to explain it. You’ll be unable to hear my voice...or anyone’s voice in that sea or disharmony and chaos.” Anshin’in mutters, trying her hand at stopping the rampaging beasts as she disappears back into your body.

>What do you do next?

>Ask for help from the bottom of your heart through your bonds
>Try to control yourself long enough to use 『Babaylon Book』 to go to the best person to help you
>Re-estabilish your connection to the 『The Beginning』 and try to draw a skill to help combat your berserker state
>Other [write-in]
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>>4009675
>Ask for help from the bottom of your heart through your bonds
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>>4009675
>Ask for help from the bottom of your heart through your bonds
MOMMYYYYYYYY
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>>4009675
>>Ask for help from the bottom of your heart through your bonds
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>>4009675
>Ask for help from the bottom of your heart through your bonds
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>>4009675
>>Try to control yourself long enough to use 『Babaylon Book』 to go to the best person to help you
I want to at least make an active effort here
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>>4009696
>>4009694
We should do both to be safe
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>>4009675
>>Ask for help from the bottom of your heart through your bonds
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>>4009676
>>4009683
>>4009691
>>4009694
>>4009725

Alright, looks like we're going maximum overdrive for shonen tropes/. I have someone in mind who to help you, but I'm also open to listening to suggestions.
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>>4010262
Hansode, of course.
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>>4010262
Hitomi
...OK, Hansode too
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>>4010262

Elsewhere inside your soul, you feel yourself currently making contact with a blackened sea of dark water. In your current state, you couldn’t remember that this was the same place where you found Anshin’in’s soul. Kneeling against the cold, empty waters, your consciousness suddenly went blank. Eyes now lifeless and empty, you start to appear more like an empty husk than your usual self. Sensing this weakness of heart, several watery tendrils start to latch themselves on to you. Now taking the form of black chains, they begin to reel you into the blacken waters and drag you down into the very depths...of the dark world.

Showing no signs of a struggle you welcomely embrace the pulling sensation, going far as to allow yourself to be taken in completely. Slowly but surely your entire sense of self was pulled under into the dark world, sinking deep into darkness. All manner of inner strength was fading, in fact...all emotions, in general, were disappearing. Positive, Negative, or even those in between, all manner of mental state was disappearing alongside your consciousness. Continuing to falling deep into the blackened sea, everything starts to deafen. Briefly turning to look at your surroundings, you were met with the emptiness of the dark world. It was pitch black as the night sky, filled with boundless darkness that threatens to swallow everything. There wasn’t any sign of light as your aura begins to dim.

Even in your deprived state, tears start to form from your eyes. You weren’t sure if they were your tears or just the tears of the countless emotions and thoughts Diabolus Mode had picked up before the mental breakdown. Regardless, those tears were the last sensation that you could feel in this bottomless sea of darkness. The weighted pressure was absolutely suffocating as it smothers you with its immense density and volume. The only thing that came close to this feeling was Kumagawa’s 『Bookmaker』. As you drift in silence, you muster the last strength you have to call out an S.O.S through your last thoughts. i]...Someone….anyone….help…[/i] Reaching out to anyone who could hear your call, you were left alone in the darkness, seemingly having no response when suddenly something begins to move towards your descend.
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>>4010509

Swimming towards your direction was a mysterious figure. A brunette teen girl with similar long, wavey hair to yourself with simmering purple eyes, ivory skin glistening through the darkness, and an athletically well-built figure. Strangely you thought of Medaka and by proxy yourself as she was comparable. Dressed in a rather unique combination of the Hakoniwa Academy’s female attire and the school’s blue leotard swimsuit, it left quite the first impression of the hollowed-out version of yourself. You haven’t seen this person once in your life but you feel a sense of closure and warmth coming from her. A beacon of light that can cut through the infinite darkness. Moving with all of her strength, she quickly closes the distance between the two of you. Stretching her arms forward in desperation, the mysterious woman manages to pull you in a sweet hug, letting you feel that warm embrace.

“...Who are you…” You mutter in a monotone and empty state.

The mysterious girl shrugs it off with a smile, holding you close before whispering into your ear. “It’s alright if you don’t know me. What matters is that you aren’t alone, and we won’t let you ever become alone.” As she talks words of encouragement, you start to feel the darkness around you start to fade. Closing her eyes, the mysterious woman slightly tightens her grip, matching her heartbeat with yours as it begins to stabilize. “If the voices are too loud and become maddening static, then let your bonds help you harmonize with the music. Tuning it into a beautiful melody that the world can sing in rhythm.”

Soon your eyes begin to widen as your body quickly goes limp, unable to muster any strength. The last thing you think about before fading was the constant drive to destroy everything. “..I don’t know if I can do that. I have been begging for someone, anyone to turn off this noise in my head. It just won’t stop. All I can consider to solve it is breaking the noise. So how can I be sure that it’s not impossible to fix and turn into a melody?” You lament, feeling your image return to that of a scared, little boy akin to the two-year-old you.

“Because it’s not broken, therefore there’s no need to fix it. You’re you.” From out of nowhere you saw met with another figure, suddenly petting you on the head. Turning to your side you saw that person was none other than Hansode herself. Baring out her usual cheeky grin she ends up silencing the ear-piercing static that has been driving you insane. Leaving you dumbfounded as the blacken see dissipates.

“...The noise is gone?” You mutter, finding yourself once again floating in space as the mysterious girl lets go of you. Leaving you to be then greeted by another person. It was that same comforting presence that lead to 『Mother’s Task』. Focusing closely as they slowly touch your skull, mending the stress and anguish inside, you begin to visualize your mother Hitomi coming to your aid.
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>>4010542

“Try picturing it in your mind once again...the melody of your heat. The place that you should return.” Hitomi smiles, nurturing her son as you no longer felt scared, stopping the constant trembling that you endured. “And...the people who you should walk alongside you.” Chipping in to help Hitomi was your father of all people. Alongside the rugged gentleman was your sister Mirai and your pet dog Zenki, but that wasn’t all who started to appear. Another close you start to materialize.

“If you do that...then I’m sure you’ll be able to unify the chaos swirling inside of you. “ Mirai spoke, giving you words of encouragement Meanwhile several of your close friends such as Kouki, Kuromi, Namida, Maguro, Nekomi, Hyuuga and Mahibi standing together behind you, helping you back up to your feet. Just in time to meet the person who finally materialized as it was none other than Medaka Kurokami herself.

“Now come...Kenichi Hakumasa. Everyone is waiting for you.” Medaka smile, offering her hand to you as more and more of your comrades start to appear. In mere moments the blackened sea starts to disappear, in its place came for a beautiful garden surrounded with flowers as the eyes can see. Slowly taking Medaka’s hand you returned to being your fifteen-year-old self as you look around the flower garden.

At the center of the garden, there was a black piano of fine quality and craftsmanship lying in wait. Each one of your friends and family members was now wearing different formal clothing, the very same ones you find people wearing for a ballroom or an orchestrated symphony in the opera. In the distance, there were many people, covered in black silhouette much like Kumagawa once has as he stood in the opposite direction, looking aloof and pretending not to care like a tsundere. But each of these figures held very distinguished silhouettes as you feel the strange feeling you were going to meet them in the future. Kui was also among one of the other people who were standing in wait for the concert.

“Play the Mephisto Waltz, Mr. Devil Maestro!” Everyone cried, cheering you on as you left your mother’s embrace and stare at the piano.

>How do you proceed?

>Answer the beaconing cry from your allies, and the future encounters by playing the piano yourself
>Acknowledge you’re not ready yet but commit to one day coming back to finish the Waltz
>Ask for further assistance to Anshin’in and play the piano together
>Try to wake up and return to the real world
>Other [write-in]
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>>4010569
>>Answer the beaconing cry from your allies, and the future encounters by playing the piano yourself
PLAY FREEBIRD
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>>4010569
>>Answer the beaconing cry from your allies, and the future encounters by playing the piano yourself
On that Soul Eater energy
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>>4010569
>Answer the beaconing cry from your allies, and the future encounters by playing the piano yourself
SING US A SONG, YOU'RE THE PIANO MAN
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>>4010569

The garden scenery
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>>4010580

Alright since we're going for true shonen valor, give me a d100 roll. If things get bad, I will give you one free reroll to counterbalance just how much Pandemonium Devil Mode misfortune will bring.
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Rolled 22 (1d100)

>>4010683
Gimme a 1.
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Rolled 52 (1d100)

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Rolled 27 (1d100)

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Rolled 44 (1d100)

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Rolled 86 (1d100)

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>>4010766

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpHF8zCN6Mg
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>>4010683

Being around so many familiar faces and newcomers was making you feel rather sentimental. No longer was there this immensely dense chains attached to you, dragging you down to the bottomless darkness. Right now, you feel like that you can do basically anything with comrades like these to call your very own. The continuous cheers and praise was starting to have you tear up from all the warm feelings you were picking up. Once again you felt reassured knowing that when the chips are down it’s that the bonds you carry that ends up being the light at the end of the virtually endless dark tunnel. Even if by proxy this was precisely your fault for ignoring Anshin’in warning and tampering with things you shouldn’t mess with.

Everyone...thank you ...for always being my source of strength. A soft smile starts to form on your face upon reflection. Quickly rubbing the tears out from your eyes you quickly make for the biggest smile. Responding to your will your attire starts to change. From your student council uniform, it starts to break apart and flutter into the sky as lotus petals. Underneath the uniform reveals a dazzling snow-white sequin tuxedo coat, with golden trims on the cuffs, coattails fluttering in the wind with gravity-defying physics. Completing the outfit was a golden vest, matching tie, a white dress shirt, black, and white spectator wingtip oxford shoes. You were rather the dandy man with your flamboyant swagger. Perfect for the role of devil maestro as you make your way to the piano.

“Well if the audience wants a show then who am I to turn them down. “ You casually shrug, smiling to yourself as a Fedora hat pops up on your head by Anshin’in of all people.” Prepare yourself, everyone. For I’m about to give a world-shaking performance that’ll rev up those heartbeats and shake all of creation itself. “

As you made your way to the piano you feel yourself coming back into order. Surrounded by the clapping and chants of everyone was giving you newfound resolve. Therefore, you didn’t need one of your close loved ones to play the piano with you in a duet. Once arriving at the stand, you quickly take your seat, brushing your hand against the fine wood of this grand piano. Personally, you feel like something more modern like an electric keyboard would better fit your devil style. But beggars can’t be choosers as you adopt the modern style. Cracking your fist together, forming white gloves around the hands, you ready yourself for the performance of a lifetime. With all eyes on you, you made for a smashing introduction with a grand slam on the keyboard.
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>>4010811

Playing on the keys you begin to bring forth a rather enchanting musical. True to your words the music being played starts striking a beat with everyone in the audience. Taking the various beats and rhythms that you’ve been picking up the entire time, it starts to undergo a metamorphosis. Feeling the various vibrations, you start to let yourself fully integrate yourself into the music, putting your very all into conducting the fluctuating wavelengths and pulses. Letting go and moving with the flow, it results in creating a symphony of resonance with the multitude of sounds and vibrations. Quickly adapting and adjusting them to create for a harmonic waltz as you disregard any resistance, avoiding the reverse phase that’ll cancel out the sounds. In fact, you were bringing out the true potential of the rhythmic beasts from one’s thoughts and feelings from the hearts, resonating to a stage where they become a pure tone.

“Let’s head to tomorrow, where the light shines bright. I’m coming there now, so wait for me okay?” You shout, turning the music around you into a wonderous Mephisto Waltz. The rest of the audience starts to clap at your music. The sun may set into the distance, but in its place was a rather glorious and captivating full moon. With the lunar moonlight, an illuminating light starts to engulf the entire area. Serving at a sign that it was time to return to the real world.

Slowly opening your eyes, they start to dart around to take notice of your current surroundings. From what you can tell, it looks like you were lying against the bed. Everything was aching rather deeply but it was mostly out of fatigue. Blinking closely you feel yourself no longer actively connected to the cosmic bio-energy that continues to flow deep inside of you. Also, it seems that you were no longer in one of your devil modes. Luckily aside from exceptional fatigue, it seems like all physical and mental damages were remedied as your body was more or less restored. The only thing left was the ominous feeling lingering in the air. That overwhelming ferocity and destructive tenacity left you with quite the unfortunate feeling all around yourself. You couldn’t but start to empathize with what Medaka has to go with after dealing with such a dangerous presence in every waking moment.

“Looks like you’re finally awake. I took a rather large portion of my strength to restrain you out of your little rampage before it got too serious. You really are shooting for that main character status with all your character growth in just one day. For better or worse.” Anshin'in says, speaking from your chest as she has fully integrated herself with your very being.

>Apologize to Anshin’in and commit to going to sleep
>Try to feel your connection to your chakra and remember how Pandemonium Devil Mode operates
>Ask Anshin’in about the mysterious girl and the other silhouettes in your vision
>Other [write-in]
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>>4010830
>Apologize to Anshin’in and commit to going to sleep
Promise to take her somewhere interesting when we end up freeing her completely.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XspDkqEtWFE
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>>4010830
>>Apologize to Anshin’in and commit to going to sleep
>>Try to feel your connection to your chakra and remember how Pandemonium Devil Mode operates
>>Ask Anshin’in about the mysterious girl and the other silhouettes in your vision

We should do all these.
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>>4010830
>Apologize to Anshin’in and commit to going to sleep
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>>4010906
Fine with this
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>>4010830
>>Apologize to Anshin’in and commit to going to sleep



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