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KAIJU FIGHT #6

KAIJU FIGHT #6


CONTENT WARNINGS: natural disaster, destruction of city, blood, gore, medical needles, toxic gas

▶ 001. SOMETHING IN THE SEA (KAGOSHIMA.)

It takes time to traverse the difficult terrain and fend off the corrupt wildlife but eventually, Redemption and Brimstone will arrive at the Ohsumi, where they will be sent coordinates to travel towards Sakurajima. There, they will find a very thin strip of land that forms a sandy and rocky path towards the island. They will be advised to wait until low tide when the path is easiest to cross.

Fortunately, as they wait, they will be largely undisturbed. The poison here is significantly more concentrated and any wildlife that lingers too long suffocates. For safety, Outsiders must continue wearing their protective suits to avoid the same fate.

Finally, the tide begins to recede and gives way to a rough and rocky path towards Sakurajima. The ground is hard and difficult to traverse; some parts are slippery with water. As they cross, a great tremor starts and the waters around them become turbulent. There isn't much to hold onto, but they're at high risk of falling into the sea especially when the land begins to rise.

When the tremors stop, there's a loud, hissing roar. The Outsiders will find themselves on the back of a giant turtle that is disguising itself as a small island. It appears this kaiju is the cause for the rift energy on this side of Japan.

█ █ █ MONSTER DEBRIEF SHEET
NAME: Gigakame
HEIGHT: ???
WEIGHT: ???
CLASS: Extremely Dangerous
LOCATION: Kagoshima, Japan
ABILITIES: Breathes toxic gas, inner core is hot with magma, spits fire.
WEAKNESSES: Electricity, destroying and separating the turtle from its shell, filling the core with water.
EXTRA NOTES: This is a kaiju that has never been documented by LILITH before -- not much information can be provided. However, just like normal turtles, it uses its shell as a shield for defense and can be weakened if the shell is destroyed and torn from its body.

█ █ █ ATTACHED PHOTO:

The Outsiders will have to cut off all energy supplies to stop feeding the newly named Yamadenki and then defeat them.

Outsiders will be instructed to use water as their advantage as the creature uses fire and magma abilities. Electric attacks will weaken it, but the key is to tear off its shell from its body. Outsiders will be instructed to try this tactic, and after everyone's effort, the Gigakame will be defeated.

▶ 002. KAGOSHIMA AFTERMATH.

The Gigakame washes up on shore dead. The bizarre weather begins to normalize, but the poisonous miasma still lingers. Outsiders disembark to Kagoshima's base to depart and assist their other team mates.

Thanks to the clear weather, it's much easier to return to Kagoshima's research base. There, the researchers reveal they have a few emergency teleporters which are only allowed to be used during an emergency. Presumably, there are just enough to evacuate the researchers, but unfortunately, there are more Outsiders. The staff admit they probably won't have enough power to warp everyone safely; they guarantee that the first handful to go through will arrive in Tokyo with minimal issue, but the more they push their machines, the worse the side effects they'll suffer.

Redemption and Brimstone must decide who to send forward first to assist. Either way, everyone on both teams will be successfully teleported to Neo Tokyo, though those who have drawn the shorter straw (literally or figuratively) will suffer more sickness than those who teleported sooner rather than later.

▶ 003. SOMETHING IN THE SKY (TOKYO.)

While a huge sigh of relief sweeps the country when the kaiju in Kagoshima is defeated, there’s no actual time to relax. Outsiders will be ushered to go through the makeshift portals and/or are encouraged to find other means of arriving at the outskirts of Tokyo immediately. The Imugi has been spotted, and time cannot be wasted-- this is due to the influx of rift energy that is surrounding the city of Tokyo. While LILITH did complete the basic evacuation measures for the citizens of Neo Tokyo, there’s still an ominous air around the city and it’s not just from the rift poisoning, either. With small rifts cropping up here and there within the city, appearing and disappearing, the LILITH base is the most likely target for the Imugi.

While the hatchlings were moved to different facilities for safekeeping and monitoring, the Imugi seems largely uninterested in chasing them at present. The Imugi is resolved in its movements, and no amount of mimicking the hatchlings' vital readings can sway the Imugi off its intended path. As expected, within three hours of the initial fluctuations in rift energy, the Imugi appears at the emptied base. Similar to its behavior in Seoul, it sweeps over the base erratically, almost as if enraged. Its state is a direct mirror of how it appeared when avenging its mate, and it seems this is just the start.

Utilizing the insurmountable amount of rift energy it has built up around Tokyo, it eventually releases a deafening sound that causes the hatchlings to react, drawn to their mother. They make their way through the rifts, traveling through them at her beckoning, only to end up at the basement of the base. Just like that, the Imugi sinks its large claws through the roof of the structure and destroys not just the base, but also its young.

The energy produced by this creates a devastating explosion that destroys parts of the base and some of the surrounding area. While there were limited casualties due to the evacuation efforts, the area is now heavy with rift poisoning and the Imugi has every intention of destroying the city. It becomes clear that it did not desire to chase its young, but to use them to exact revenge.

▶ 004. TOKYO AFTERMATH.

The storms increase in intensity as the Imugi circles around the sky of Neo Tokyo. Fortunately, its ire still appears to be largely focused on the area around the base, and so the torrential downpour and lightning only seems to reach around this immediate area. LILITH tries to keep this space contained, attempting to work on stabilizing some of the rifts in order to cut off the Imugi’s potential escape routes. In the meantime, they will offer Outsiders as many resources as necessary to remain in the fight. They will send in supplies occasionally, including their specialized energy drinks and medical equipment. The new injections they drop off are able to heal light wounds and minor injuries, which can be administered quickly on the field. They anticipate this to be a long battle and advise Outsiders to pace themselves and work together.

█ █ █ MONSTER DEBRIEF SHEET
NAME: IMUGI ♀
HEIGHT: 1000 feet across, 30 feet high
WEIGHT: 2000kg
CLASS: Extremely Dangerous
LOCATION: Neo Tokyo, Japan
ABILITIES: Control over weather conditions, including summoning of heavy storms, lightning strikes and hurricanes. Can fly up to 1000 feet. By flying amongst the clouds, Imugi releases chemicals into the atmosphere that bring about acid rain. Armored scales, sharp teeth and claws.
WEAKNESSES: Piercing it in the gaps between its impenetrable scales. There is also a particularly weak spot under on it's neck that will deal significant damage if pierced.
EXTRA NOTES: From its initial appearance and behavior, specialists believe that this female Imugi confirmed to be the mother of the hatchlings. This appears to be the female counterpart to the kaiju in Seoul that was killed by the Outsiders after causing havoc on South Korea. Despite them both being the same type of kaiju, likely derived from the same rift, this kaiju seems slightly more agile and openly aggressive.

By the latter half of the battle, all Outsiders should be accounted for in the final fight.

As expected, the battle lasts for over half a day and with the rift energy dwindling, the Imugi appears to be weakened. In fact, the Imugi has shrunk down to its original size prior to Seoul. Feeling its life is at risk, it uses the last of its energy to flee to the foot of Mt. Fuji. Fortunately, it doesn’t make it to the summit, and the Outsiders will be able to make quick work in pursuing it. For those that require it, ground vehicles and planes will be provided accordingly. Let's make sure it doesn't get away!

Upon arrival, they will see the final battlefront isn’t nearly that dramatic. The Imugi is significantly weakened, barely staving off attacks. Instead, it seems to focus on consolidating energy into its core while thrashing about. Eventually, a killing blow will be delivered but even then, it doesn't die easily. Similar to its young that were sacrificed, it appears to be using its own body to summon a final rift. Unfortunately, it cannot be stopped. Outsiders will be advised to temporarily retreat, after seeing the destruction that its young can do. The Imugi's body glows, increasing in intensity as it continues to gather energy. This is the warning to retreat. Within a matter of minutes, it self destructs, and a new rift is seen in its place. All Outsiders and LILITH are safe. The researchers immediately alert the area to be closed off for inspection.

Upon preliminary examination of this rift, they find that not only did it level a good portion of Mt. Fuji, but the power from it is unparalleled. Unlike the rifts they’ve encountered in prior battles, including their most recent venture in Transylvania, they discover this rift cannot be closed. What could this mean?

▶ 005. RE-GROUP.

With parts of the base destroyed and Neo Tokyo undergoing cleanup from the aftermath of the battle, Outsiders will be advised to take a break in the underground bunkers between Mt. Fuji and the city outskirts. As part of Mr. Fuji was also destroyed, some of the bunkers aren’t accessible, but Outsiders will find it is an entire maze of a city beneath the surface. If one traverses far enough, they will find it even connects to the amusement park that they saved last year. Exploration aside, Outsiders will be provided medical assistance and anything else required, and LILITH staff that are on hand will remain devoted to getting things back on track.

In the meantime, Outsiders can utilize whatever supplies are available and use the rooms at the Kyoto base freely. Each room contains anywhere from 2-4 beds, and everyone will be encouraged not to be alone in case of another emergency, especially as the rift remains open at the base of Mt. Fuji. These rooms are set up like traditional houses rather than a flashy base, with sliding doors and tatami mats. Floor futons will be used instead of Western style beds. There is one communal and traditional bath house for all sexes to use, a makeshift medical area, and an underground market that have several restaurants... but the food options and quality of amenities are questionable. They are mostly run by gritty characters or A.I robots.

As the portal between Kyoto and Neo Tokyo is still active, for those who are still able to, they will be advised to assist in retrieving any Imugi parts that remain from the scuffle. While its main body is being contained and promptly dealt with by LILITH, there are parts and scales scattered around Neo Tokyo and the old base. All parts are to be bagged, marked, and returned to LILITH. It's hard to say just how much of LILITH's base was destroyed and Eiji Shiro along with Captain Yamakawa are evaluating the state of the base before sharing a detailed report of the destruction. Stay tuned until February 25th for a follow up post.

▶ 006. AFTERWORD.

Welcome to our sixth kaiju battle, and it's a double whammy!

There are two kaiju to attack this time. Please read the instructions at each header about how to play. Remember, you only have to fill out your attack information once and we will RNG a HIT or MISS result two times per character.

It is highly likely that if your character did not pack certain belongings with them that they could be amongst the rubble of the base. The state of the base will be explained in a follow up post on February 25th, but fret not, you may assume whatever items are still in tact and operational and can be retrieved shortly. If you'd like for items to be perished and destroyed, be our guest!

All tags on this log are worth 2 points and will count towards February AC.



EVENT BREAKDOWN/RECAP (CLICK TO EXPAND)
1. SOMETHING IN THE SEA (KAGOSHIMA): Teams Redemption and Brimstone arrive at the Ohsumi to receive coordinates to Sakurajima, where they must wait until low tide to cross. The poison in the area is significantly concentrated; Outsiders are advised to wear their suits to avoid suffocating like the rest of the wildlife. Once they are able to cross, they discover that the land they are on is not an island, but a giant turtle kaiju responsible for the influx of rift energy on this side of Japan. Outsiders will be instructed to use water against the kaiju and try to separate the shell from the body.

2. KAGOSHIMA AFTERMATH: After defeating the Gigakame, Outsiders will be instructed to join their other teammates in Tokyo via emergency teleporters located at the Kagoshima research base. There is a limited amount of power to warp everyone safely, and Outsiders must decide who to send through the teleporter first. Eventually both teams will safely arrive in Neo Tokyo, but those who have gone through the teleporter later may suffer more side effects.

3. SOMETHING IN THE SKY (TOKYO): The Imugi has been spotted in Tokyo with a large influx of rift energy and has its sights set on destroying the LILITH base. Although the hatchlings were moved to different facilities, they are inevitably drawn to their mother and travel through rifts to the empty Tokyo base; however, instead of a reunion, the hatchlings sacrifice themselves and the ensuing explosion destroys parts of the base and the surrounding area.

4. TOKYO AFTERMATH: The rematch with the Imugi and the Outsiders begin, with LILITH working on stabilizing rifts to cut off the Imugi's escape and sending in supplies in the form of energy drinks and new medical equipment. The battle lasts for over half a day, with the Imugi attempting to escape to Mt. Fuji, weakened to the point where it can't reach the summit. Outsiders are advised to retreat as the Imugi self-destructs and creates a new rift, one that can't be closed.

5. RE-GROUP: With parts of the base destroyed, Outsiders will temporarily stay in the underground bunkers between Mt. Fuji and the city outskirts. While Outsiders are provided medical assistance and anything else required, LILITH staff that are on hand will remain devoted to getting things back on track. Outsiders are welcome to help themselves to the limited amenities and room with others; however, sharing is encouraged and the food options are questionable. As the portal between Kyoto and Neo Tokyo is still active, some Outsiders may be asked to assist in retrieving Imugi parts. At this time, Eiji Shiro and Captain Yamakawa will assess the damage on the base before sharing a detailed report at a later time.

rikugan: (pic#16726406)

[personal profile] rikugan 2025-02-17 07:16 am (UTC)(link)
Don't think I will~

[ he can be reasonable though, so instead of taking off his shoes, gojo simply shifts into a sitting position midair. there, no shoes touching the floor. happy now? ]

It was a good outcome though. Both the gigakame and imugi are dead with minimal casualties and loss. [ he pauses for a moment, before he lets out a nonchalant laugh. ] Haha. I guess our shit bein' buried under debris kinda sucks and that rift—... Well, actually, I don't care too much about the rift. It seems more up your alley though. Doesn't that excite you?

[ he may or may not be slowly floating towards him. don't pay any mind to it. ]
curingidiocy: (pic#17171049)

[personal profile] curingidiocy 2025-02-17 05:46 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Ratio still isn't happy, but he can accept that compromise. It's better than nothing, and he doesn't have the energy to fight Gojo otherwise.

He sinks a little lower into the water, trying to relax again, even though Gojo's presence spoils the mood. A 'good' outcome... in the grand scheme of things, he isn't wrong. But for him, personally, this has been the most devastating battle yet.
]

Buried under the rubble are not only our material belongings.

[ Murmured to himself—as much as he'd love to lash out in grief, he does not want to show his weakness to the world. So he sucks it all back up in a deep breath and turns his mind to the topic at hand. ]

Certainly, having unfettered access to a Rift will accelerate LILITH's research. However, with its placement so close to Neo Tokyo, I am concerned about the danger it poses to the city.
Edited 2025-02-17 18:07 (UTC)
rikugan: (pic#16726612)

[personal profile] rikugan 2025-02-19 03:30 am (UTC)(link)
Oh. Are you upset about the imugi offspring?

[ there are those on base who're particularly upset about the unexpected deaths of the baby dragons. gojo satoru is clearly not one of them.

his indifference is palpable, even as they delve into the more serious topic of the current rift in the city.
]

LILITH will take care of it. Even if she doesn't, we're only here to fight the kaiju. Whatever happens to this city isn't our responsibility.
curingidiocy: (unhappy)

[personal profile] curingidiocy 2025-02-19 08:52 pm (UTC)(link)
No.

[ Another baleful glare at the man, but he doesn't elaborate. If he can't figure it out by now, then he can ponder on what's bothering Ratio for the rest of this conversation. ]

Every time we've trusted LILITH to take care of something, have they managed to fulfill their responsibilities? Even if we care not for the people of this world, they can't even be trusted to secure the safety of our base.

[ He knows it's not entirely LILITH's fault, because he doubts anyone on this planet could have prevented the Imugi from doing what she did, but he does not want to be the rational actor right now. He'll isolate himself once he's enjoyed the bath to its fullest. Even if Gojo is interfering with that right now. ]
rikugan: (pic#16726500)

[personal profile] rikugan 2025-02-23 12:58 am (UTC)(link)
Haha. 'Our' base...

[ that's the issue with people. they apply meaning and get attached to places and things too easily. ]

So what? The base belongs to them. Whether they're able to protect it or not, that's their own business. [ he motions at where they are right now. ] As long as we're alive and we still have somewhere to stay, what does any of it matter?

[ seated cross-legged midair, he leans forward with a callous smile. ]

Don't forget our roles here. She didn't bring us here to play house and build a life for ourselves. Call us soldiers, call us tools — whatever strikes your fancy, but we don't have any real power or say in this world. You can get upset about losing whatever you've earned all you want, but don't blame her for it. Blame yourself for getting attached to meaningless things in the first place.
curingidiocy: (pic#17171074)

[personal profile] curingidiocy 2025-02-23 06:24 am (UTC)(link)
[ If Goji was looking to upset Ratio, he definitely got what he wanted. He stands in anger, glaring at the other man. ]

So you'll let them treat you like a tool? So you'll forsake bonds and relationships because you're afraid of losing them all once LILITH decides they no longer have need for you? It is not folly to want these things despite our circumstances. These things are not meaningless. I will not have you label them as such!

[ At this point, it should be pretty clear that the reason Ratio is upset isn't due to the loss of his material possessions. ]
rikugan: (pic#16726377)

[personal profile] rikugan 2025-03-01 08:17 pm (UTC)(link)
[ he was only speaking of material things, but since ratio brought this up, he has no reason not to counter it. ]

We're already losing people. Every month, if you haven't noticed. I'm not against getting to know each other, but there is a difference between forming relationships and needlessly growing attached to them.
curingidiocy: (frown)

[personal profile] curingidiocy 2025-03-04 02:23 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Gojo isn't wrong, and even with his heightened emotions Ratio has to agree with him. Once he returns home, he'll loose the majority of these connections he's made. He's been aware of that, but he'd believed himself prepared for that inevitability.

Or so he thought. Was he truly prepared?
]

I cannot refute that, but—

[ No, it's not the people. He will miss everyone when he leaves, but he wouldn't be this broken up over it. He likes a good number of the Outsider, but he is not 'needlessly attached' to them. The cats, however... ]

—I don't regret my choices.

[ He can never regret his bonds. He chose them, and they are important to him. Even the cats. ]

Your conduct, however, leaves much to be said. For what purpose did you choose to engage me in conversation? Are you here to simply mock me for my attachments?
rikugan: (pic#16726273)

[personal profile] rikugan 2025-03-15 04:42 pm (UTC)(link)
Hey, you're the one who'd brought it up. I didn't start a conversation lookin' to pick a fight with you.

[ he was only curious about what he was up to. ] But it seems like I've overstayed my welcome, hm?
curingidiocy: (looking away)

[personal profile] curingidiocy 2025-03-19 12:31 am (UTC)(link)
If you're aware of that, then leave.

[ Ratio sinks back into the water, turning away from Gojo, fully expecting the other man to lose interest and stop bothering him. ]
rikugan: (pic#16726428)

[personal profile] rikugan 2025-03-24 04:32 pm (UTC)(link)
[ he doesn't need to tell him twice. in the blink of an eye, he's just gonna portal away~ ]