apocalypsehowcomm | (open) Remember your virtue;

Who: Kurapika & You
When: Through the month of November
Where: Most of the locations! ADI Housing & Headquarters, a thrift store, Hammond Castle;
Summary: Kurapika trying to get acquainted with the recent events as a new employee of ADI's Investigation department, as well as getting a little lost inside ADI's Housing. Soon, he decides he no longer can wear a suit and tie everywhere and attempts to get some clothes going (with difficulty) and investigate the Castle! Also, he might see a spider, which means he'll McLose it.
Warnings: Violence, trauma, spiders, mentions of dismemberment, genocide, human organ trafficking and sale, self-destructive tendencies and actions.

𝟏. 𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐭&𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞
cw traffic of human eyes, conflicting morals, genocide, dismemberment

(When he learned about the living options, this was without doubt not what he had envisioned. It’s pleasanter, much bigger than he had yearned for, and while he doesn’t intend to ever take advantage of the pool, it’s where he finds himself tonight. He, in all likelihood, catches the eye in his suit and tie, and it’s a shame he doesn’t have his traditional clothing at hand because that’s definitely what he would rather wear instead - or even pajamas at this point. He should get to it as soon as possible, but taking into account how he's been absorbed in learning everything he can, it's on the back of his mind while all his concerns bubble to the surface.

At least it’s quiet, and Kurapika’s ears are tuned to the water smoothly running along with the wind as he takes a seat at the edge, careful not to stain the only outfit he’s got. It’s a good, silent place to collect his thoughts.

Being dropped into a whole new world wouldn’t exactly be the end of the world, should Kurapika have finished what he set out to do. Yet, he doesn’t know when he’ll be able to return, and how things will be once he does. He was so, so close this time, all his brethren’s eyes nearly all collected to be returned, everything he’s worked so hard for, compromising his resolute morals to the point of extortion, bribery, threatening… And now? Now, he’s here.

It’s been dreadfully tempestuous here as well. Not even a week in, and he’s already sought to mutilate a priest and had a fit of terror while trying to inspect an episode. It shouldn’t matter. He’ll work on a way to get them home, no matter the cos—

Someone’s here. Kurapika can distinctly pick up the steps of an arrival, and without delay, he’ll get to his feet. Whoever it is, they’d probably like to be alone in a place like this, at a time like this.)

𝟐. 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞

(At least for ADI, he feels dressed appropriately. Right now, he sits in the library, files upon files upon files piled up in front of him, concealing the blonde’s thin build behind it. Before him, a notebook written in strange letters, where he’s been documenting his thoughts and experiences as the time goes by. If he’s going to figure out this place and find a way back to his mission, he’s going to need the entire picture.

One thing he realizes, however, is that there are things that won’t be in books and reports, lamentably so. As someone walks by, Kurapika peeks from the mountain he’s created and beckons them over. No smiles, however, the politeness never leaves his voice. All said in a quiet tone, this’s a library, after all!)

Excuse me. I’m new here and I’m reading up on what’s been happening as of late. I’d like to hear about your experience if it’s not a bother.

𝟑. 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬

(Enough is enough with the suit.

The only problem is -- what is "normal" in this place? Back home, Kurapika pridefully wore the patterns of his people, Hisoka wore his magician stance in his sleeve (literally), and let's not talk about the Zodiacs, each physically resembling the animals they symbolize without anyone batting an eye. Except... Kurapika would like nothing more than to blend in, evade the attention of non-ADI individuals and he can't do it without knowing what's too much and whose sense of fashion might be wacky.

So, here he is, diving into a pile of clothes at the first thrift shop (cheap!) he's found, each time the feeling around him being more and more of gloom and doom with each passing moment. He's absolutely lost. He hates it.)

𝟒. 𝐝𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐝
cw spiders, trauma, violence depending on how it goes!

(Finally, in an oversized black hoodie, jeans, and boots, Kurapika leaves for a mission. He doesn’t know who came around with him this time around, but after the latest fiascos, Kurapika hopes they’re useful and able to handle their own. Kurapika himself has already had some poor experiences in this new reality, and he knows that certain skills are better than others. A cool head, check for him. Analytical skills, check. Above-average intelligence, check. Being completely out of his mind when the situation pulls his trauma or triggers to the surface? Unfortunately, check as well. Even so, Kurapika promises himself he’ll do his best to not do anything harsh, and simply do what he sets out to do: report back on ghost sightings at the Castle.

On the bus, Kurapika reads — fiction about monster hunters, and Kurapika even has a childish grin on the edges of his lips. What a sight for someone who’s been solely distant.)

𝟓. 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐝

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[ Shuten is just checking out the other digs so to speak.

Any place outside of the ADI hid the oni's identifying features, mainly, her horns. The employees had already informed her that within the premises of headquarters or the provided housing, the mental effect that masked her appearance did not apply. At least that makes two to three places she can gallivant about and catch a glimpse at misplaced individuals such as herself.

It was already clear that there was no presence of Chaldea to speak of, much less her Master or the other Spirits. And with enough drink in her, now's a good time as any to keep exploring and see who she would bump into.

Oh, a blonde boy near the pool — oops, there he goes. ]

Hm? Leaving so soon?

I suppose anyone coming here at this time has the mind of being on their own.

(His thin hands roam around the suit, tidying any creasing that might have happened in his time sitting.

The woman's appearance doesn't quite rattle him as it should - to be completely honest, he has seen some shit in his time, and who is he to get caught up in appearances anyway?)

Brooding like a hen then?

[ Shuten puts her hands on her hips giving the boy a quick examination. ]

There could be worse things than having an oni interrupt your thoughts. Were you part of the group that arrived recently as well?

I'm not sure what you mean about 'oni's. Is that what you are?

(Oh, he's not really answering anything without her spilling some beans first.)

[ She visibly perks up when he states that and chuckles lightly. ]

Indeed I am! Very much not human. Unfortunately, I can't stroll around looking like this according to the ADI. So outside of housing units, I'm not quite as captivating.

[ geez... ]

I've never met anyone inhuman, but I doubt that it's solely what makes someone captivating.

(Oops.)

[ It's fine, Shuten finds the bluntness amusing. ]

It does take more than a pair of horns to do that! Though, you have my attention right now young man.

[ Which could go either way when it comes to her, let's be real. ]

Say, what are your thoughts on our new employers? That is, if you've been willing to comply with the ADI for the time being.

And why should I lay my thoughts without hearing of your own?

(It's simple, isn't it?

Truth be told, he didn't want the attention...)

Because I asked first of course!

[ But she decides to play along and states her opinion, making a shrugging gesture with her arms. ]

Personally, I think if they wanted effective help, they'd do something about making sure we're not as depowered.

It's not wrong to want to avoid what powers them.

(And Kurapika has fed. Unwillingly, but unfortunately, so he has.)

Hm. Very true.

[ Not that if it comes down to it, Shuten probably wouldn't feel bad about it. What she doesn't like is that her actions are beholden to an outer force that wants to be fed.

She'd prefer to feed herself, thanks very much. ]

Though I suppose depending on what happens we might find ourselves in a tight corner.

If you only rely on your abilities to fight, I can't say I'm particularly impressed. There are training grounds within ADI. I suggest you learn a new skill.

(He doesn't mean it to be an ass, but he is rather condescending at times, and it matters very little what kind of creature she happens to be.)

[ For Shuten-Douji, she's able to brush off most remarks; she's an oni, being disliked comes with the territory. That said, she does frown lightly. ]

My, my. Such a conversationalist! Though honestly, I've yet to do anything to earn such special treatment... I wasn't even thinking about impressing some youngster I've just met.

[ With an exaggerated sigh and shrug, Shuten shrugs and walks past Kurapika, waving him off. ]

Try not to be so sour, won't you? You don't always have to put on a brave face.

I'm not being sour, I'm simply being realistic.

(If she can't do anything but to rely on magic, she's going to be in trouble. Kurapika himself will attempt to do the best he can not to, although, quite frankly, he isn't sure if his own set of skills are going to be of any use in here.)

It's in your best interest to make use of all the ADI has got to offer.

Hm.

[ Shuten glances back at Kurapika with a raised brow; her expression is inscrutable because she's hiding the pat of her face behind her kimono sleeve. ]

... Are you one of those easily misunderstood types? Because I could take that as you being helpful, but the delivery is something left to be desired.

You see me how you see me. Nothing I can do about that.

(Simple, simple as that. Whether she wants to take his advice is put to her, is it not?)

I see a blonde-haired child who didn't answer my question properly.

[ Shuten tilts her head with a thoughtful expression. ]

Well, I won't try to extract anything else from you since you're not playing along. I'll see you around the ADI when the time comes I suppose.

Good.

(And for now, she probably won't be able to get anything from him anyway. He's not so inclined on the talking.)

(open) Remember your virtue;

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i got confused and i'm not sure if he can see the horns, ignore if so!

it's ADI housing, it's all good!

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