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KAIJU FIGHT #7
KAIJU FIGHT #7
▶ 001. EGYPTIAN DINNER.
As the days go on, more and more evidence begins to show that the kaiju is, indeed, hiding out somewhere deep within the desert, approximately in the West area around the Qattara Depression. LILITH’s crew embarks first with all of their supplies to set up a temporary base in the ruined city of El Alamein, a small city at the edge of the desert. Outsiders are requested to wait there until further instructions, and this temporary base will be a safe haven if things get too treacherous. After all, even after all of their research, who knows what this monster is capable of doing?
Once the base is set up, Outsiders will move out, either on their camel or other means they may have to arrive at the base. The days continue to grow shorter, nighttime beginning to descend as early as 3 PM. Outsiders will also be highly recommended to consume the cyber caffeine once again as its effects from the plane ride are beginning to wear off. To their surprise, when the Outsiders arrive, a large buffet of Egyptian food will be waiting for them. Koshari, shawarma, falafel and Egyptian stew will be served. All fresh and natural ingredients! Everyone settle in and dine together… it could be the last meal you have.
LILITH suggests waiting until there is more sunlight before they hunt down the kaiju. Outsiders can rest, but do not sleep! Maybe wait for the sunrise together? Find other ways to kill some time? Maybe there are new Outsiders that would like to know about the previous kaijus? As the sun begins to rise, it paints the most beautiful sunrise that maybe Outsiders have ever seen. Were some of those new colors in the sky? How romantic.
▶ 002. QUICK AS SAND.
After the sun rises, Outsiders and LILITH prepare to leave the temporary base and head further towards the Qattara Depression. The trek starts out pretty easy, but the geography soon gets more and more dangerous, leading into what seems to be a large crevice in the Earth. Captain Yamakawa gives a report once the Outsiders have reached this area:
While it’s true that the area does contain many sand crocodiles popping out and spitting embers, there is no sight of any other kaiju. Yet, all evidence points to the fact that it is here. The rift energy is immense in this location, and those exposed may be hit with nightmares, bad memory sharing or a weakness to sunlight. As characters move along, following Yamakawa’s lead on her camel, those with keen hearing will detect it before anyone else: moaning, groaning. Sounds of agony, all coming from beneath them. It gets louder, causing Yamakawa to halt. But as soon as everyone stops, they will feel the ground start to sink beneath them.
It’s quicksand!
Yamakawa and any other Outsiders who may have been traveling close with her will soon be engulfed by the sand, first taking the camels by their legs. It’s never good to panic while in quicksand, and Yamakawa remains calm as ever, but if anyone tries to pull her and others out, she will say,
As characters vanish beneath the sand, they will see that Captain Yamakawa is correct — the quicksand leads to a hidden, ruined city beneath the Qattara Depression: a perfect lair for a kaiju who is sensitive to sunlight. Outsiders slowly fall and hit the rocky ground not-so gently, heaps of sand flowing after. Rub it from your eyes and remove it from your ears to marvel at a city that time has forgotten.
In the middle of the ruins, there is a large temple. It’s time to find that kaiju!
“Angels of LILITH, we have evidence that this area is filled with many sand crocodiles. We have supplied everyone with more shotguns and ammo, but use any other means to keep yourself safe. We have received evidence that the kaiju is in this general area. Keep alert! Who knows what sorts of powers it possesses that we may not know about!”
While it’s true that the area does contain many sand crocodiles popping out and spitting embers, there is no sight of any other kaiju. Yet, all evidence points to the fact that it is here. The rift energy is immense in this location, and those exposed may be hit with nightmares, bad memory sharing or a weakness to sunlight. As characters move along, following Yamakawa’s lead on her camel, those with keen hearing will detect it before anyone else: moaning, groaning. Sounds of agony, all coming from beneath them. It gets louder, causing Yamakawa to halt. But as soon as everyone stops, they will feel the ground start to sink beneath them.
It’s quicksand!
Yamakawa and any other Outsiders who may have been traveling close with her will soon be engulfed by the sand, first taking the camels by their legs. It’s never good to panic while in quicksand, and Yamakawa remains calm as ever, but if anyone tries to pull her and others out, she will say,
“This is it… This is how we get down below. The kaiju is under us! Angels of LILITH, hold your breath… Let the sand consume you if you wish to go further with me!”
As characters vanish beneath the sand, they will see that Captain Yamakawa is correct — the quicksand leads to a hidden, ruined city beneath the Qattara Depression: a perfect lair for a kaiju who is sensitive to sunlight. Outsiders slowly fall and hit the rocky ground not-so gently, heaps of sand flowing after. Rub it from your eyes and remove it from your ears to marvel at a city that time has forgotten.
In the middle of the ruins, there is a large temple. It’s time to find that kaiju!
▶ 003. TOMB RAIDER
The inside of the ruins are dark and mostly devoid of natural sunlight. However, there does occasionally seem to be flickers of light, as the sand above them runs fluidly across where the sky would be, almost like water. Due to the lack of visibility, Outsiders will need to utilize their LILITH-provided equipment or find other methods or sources for light. Everyone will have access to a flashlight, but there will also be abandoned torches nearby should anyone really want to impersonate Indiana Jones here. Once they arrive deeper in, they will see some of the torches spark to life, operated by a mysterious technology.
It's clear that these ruins were made for the sole purpose of housing the temple at its center, which appears to also be a type of tomb. There's a certain silent reverence to it, as it naturally demands respect. Or, it's the ominous presence of the sand crocodiles slithering about in the sands. The crocodiles can be lurking under any surface of sand, and so Outsiders will be cautioned and asked to be on the lookout, not only for themselves, but their fellow teammates.
If the crocodiles weren't alarming enough, as one enters the tomb itself, they will discover several booby traps awaiting them. If one steps carelessly, they'll find themselves at the other end of a vicious trap — some are triggered by stepping on the wrong stone, or grabbing a nearby torch. Some are even activated just by making eye contact with the wrong painting on the wall. If Outsiders feel any vibrations, they will get warnings on their oculars that a boulder may be swiftly approaching! Run and seek an alcove to hide in!
For those who are savvy with dismantling traps, they will find that some of them do have workarounds if you know the right methodology behind each one. As for if they will be given the time for it, that's another story, but maybe another Outsider can do the honors of triggering it while another suppresses it?
People should also do their best not to be drawn by some of the treasure or gems that are placed into several of the rooms with tombs. Picking up even one sliver of gold, or a gem will cause the mummies to reanimate. The mummies have an ability to produce sounds that can render people unconscious, or even cause their inner eardrums to bleed. While they are slow moving, they are also incredibly persistent, and as they're already technically dead, get on the wrong side of one and you may be stuck with it following you around. Fire seems to slow them down pretty effectively, as well. Should you be stuck with an aggressive one, however, it will do everything it can to try and harvest your organs. Completely dismembering them will un-alive them again.
Outsiders will get a notice when the rift energies increase in intensity as they traverse deeper within the tomb. Unexpectedly, it isn't the end of the tomb they're being led to, but the center of it.
It's clear that these ruins were made for the sole purpose of housing the temple at its center, which appears to also be a type of tomb. There's a certain silent reverence to it, as it naturally demands respect. Or, it's the ominous presence of the sand crocodiles slithering about in the sands. The crocodiles can be lurking under any surface of sand, and so Outsiders will be cautioned and asked to be on the lookout, not only for themselves, but their fellow teammates.
If the crocodiles weren't alarming enough, as one enters the tomb itself, they will discover several booby traps awaiting them. If one steps carelessly, they'll find themselves at the other end of a vicious trap — some are triggered by stepping on the wrong stone, or grabbing a nearby torch. Some are even activated just by making eye contact with the wrong painting on the wall. If Outsiders feel any vibrations, they will get warnings on their oculars that a boulder may be swiftly approaching! Run and seek an alcove to hide in!
For those who are savvy with dismantling traps, they will find that some of them do have workarounds if you know the right methodology behind each one. As for if they will be given the time for it, that's another story, but maybe another Outsider can do the honors of triggering it while another suppresses it?
People should also do their best not to be drawn by some of the treasure or gems that are placed into several of the rooms with tombs. Picking up even one sliver of gold, or a gem will cause the mummies to reanimate. The mummies have an ability to produce sounds that can render people unconscious, or even cause their inner eardrums to bleed. While they are slow moving, they are also incredibly persistent, and as they're already technically dead, get on the wrong side of one and you may be stuck with it following you around. Fire seems to slow them down pretty effectively, as well. Should you be stuck with an aggressive one, however, it will do everything it can to try and harvest your organs. Completely dismembering them will un-alive them again.
Outsiders will get a notice when the rift energies increase in intensity as they traverse deeper within the tomb. Unexpectedly, it isn't the end of the tomb they're being led to, but the center of it.
▶ 004. HEART OF THE TOMB.
At the very center, the first thing everyone will notice is the rift. The rift effects will be strongest in this area. Thankfully, unlike the kaiju in Transylvania, everyone will still have full access to their abilities. One thing that can be noted, however, is that the rift energy may feel stronger than before, and Outsiders may feel an odd tingle that can be felt even through their suits. They may also find that if their attention strays for too long, they can feel their limbs go a little numb, so this battle will require all their focus.
While there are rift effects, hopefully that doesn't get in the way of anyone's performance. Especially as it doesn't take long for the kaiju to kick itself into gear.
This kaiju is capable of trapping people in nightmares and illusions, as well as sharing them. In addition, by looking its target in the eyes, it’s capable of causing them to feel intense fear to the point of paranoia. These effects can last even when no longer in the presence of the Kabus. The Kabus uses the disorientation caused by its abilities to render its victims incapable of fighting back, and uses its dark and inky black tendrils to trap its victims. The tendrils cannot be cut, and almost appear illusory as well.
The mummies also seem to be working in tandem with the Kabus and will gradually make their appearance in this deepest region of the tomb. However, they seem less aggressive and are far more interested in grabbing, or biting down on Outsiders to decrease their overall mobility, especially if they fall under the Kabus nightmares.
Unlike the permanent rift in Tokyo, LILITH will eventually send in help by blocking off some rift signals, enough to eventually get them shut down. Without the power of the rift, the Kabus’ power will also begin to dwindle, which hopefully all the Outsiders take full advantage of.
While there are rift effects, hopefully that doesn't get in the way of anyone's performance. Especially as it doesn't take long for the kaiju to kick itself into gear.
█ █ █ MONSTER DEBRIEF SHEET
NAME: Kabus
HEIGHT: 3 m
WEIGHT: 10 T
CLASS: Extremely Dangerous
LOCATION: Qattara, Egypt
ABILITIES: Shortens daylight, infiltrates a being's consciousness and body through their dreams to stop their heart.
WEAKNESSES: Ice, water, sunlight, any symbols that reflect "light" or "life".
EXTRA NOTES: This is a kaiju that has never been documented by LILITH before—not much information can be provided. Proceed with extreme caution.
RIFT EFFECTS: Bad memory share, weakness to sunlight, nightmares.
█ █ █ ATTACHED PHOTO: SEE ABOVE
This kaiju is capable of trapping people in nightmares and illusions, as well as sharing them. In addition, by looking its target in the eyes, it’s capable of causing them to feel intense fear to the point of paranoia. These effects can last even when no longer in the presence of the Kabus. The Kabus uses the disorientation caused by its abilities to render its victims incapable of fighting back, and uses its dark and inky black tendrils to trap its victims. The tendrils cannot be cut, and almost appear illusory as well.
The mummies also seem to be working in tandem with the Kabus and will gradually make their appearance in this deepest region of the tomb. However, they seem less aggressive and are far more interested in grabbing, or biting down on Outsiders to decrease their overall mobility, especially if they fall under the Kabus nightmares.
Unlike the permanent rift in Tokyo, LILITH will eventually send in help by blocking off some rift signals, enough to eventually get them shut down. Without the power of the rift, the Kabus’ power will also begin to dwindle, which hopefully all the Outsiders take full advantage of.
▶ 005. AFTERMATH
It's an intense fight, and Kento Nanami along with Cagalli deliver the hardest blows with 600 HP each, the monster grows weaker. It somehow knows it is about to die, though, especially when Choso's toxic blood poisons it. It's spiteful, seeking revenge for the pain it is feeling, and when it is attacked again, it lashes out, temporarily blinding Power and releasing a deafening screech to disorient Rico. The final blow is delivered by Muramasa, and when it dies, it speaks to him, something inaudible but it sounds like it is speaking in Arabic. It dissipates into sand, and LILITH encourages Outsiders to round up the sand for further evaluation. From the looks of it, though, it appears to be nothing special.
When the Kabus is eventually defeated, Outsiders will have a pocket of time in which they must make their escape before the tomb is completely buried in sand. Perhaps, without the kaiju there, the structure is no longer stable. If Outsiders don’t want to be buried in sand, they will have to make their escape swiftly.
... But not without gathering samples: Outsiders will be prompted to collect as many samples as they can. Some of these samples will be given over to the research institute, but the researchers of LILITH also feel like they could find a use in the sand and bloody bandages that the lynx left behind.
The Outsiders and LILITH crew escape successfully, moments before the underground is filled with sand. They high trek it back to the Alexandria Institute, where they are greeted with something that Outsiders have probably been craving.. along with crowds cheering, some falling to their knees in gratitude, LILITH & the Outsiders are provided the following before flying back to Neo Tokyo:
Free lodging at the most comfortable hotels with the most comfortable beds. Finally, they can rest easily and as much as they want to without the threat of the kaiju around! It takes one full day cycle for daylight and night time to return to normal, and after a long, sleep.. LILITH encourages the Outsiders to sleep as much as they would like because they deserve it.
Right when they close their eyes, though, one more message flashes across their oculars. It's been awhile since Outsiders have heard from their robotic-tentacled Commander. After all of that, he has a few words. On voice, he speaks, but then he also sends a text message:
When the Kabus is eventually defeated, Outsiders will have a pocket of time in which they must make their escape before the tomb is completely buried in sand. Perhaps, without the kaiju there, the structure is no longer stable. If Outsiders don’t want to be buried in sand, they will have to make their escape swiftly.
... But not without gathering samples: Outsiders will be prompted to collect as many samples as they can. Some of these samples will be given over to the research institute, but the researchers of LILITH also feel like they could find a use in the sand and bloody bandages that the lynx left behind.
The Outsiders and LILITH crew escape successfully, moments before the underground is filled with sand. They high trek it back to the Alexandria Institute, where they are greeted with something that Outsiders have probably been craving.. along with crowds cheering, some falling to their knees in gratitude, LILITH & the Outsiders are provided the following before flying back to Neo Tokyo:
Free lodging at the most comfortable hotels with the most comfortable beds. Finally, they can rest easily and as much as they want to without the threat of the kaiju around! It takes one full day cycle for daylight and night time to return to normal, and after a long, sleep.. LILITH encourages the Outsiders to sleep as much as they would like because they deserve it.
Right when they close their eyes, though, one more message flashes across their oculars. It's been awhile since Outsiders have heard from their robotic-tentacled Commander. After all of that, he has a few words. On voice, he speaks, but then he also sends a text message:
“... Good job. Most impressive."
...👍
...👍
- Medical staff will be on standby.
- Effects from the kaiju can last 24-48 hours to fully dissipate. (Note: This is up to players how they want to play this out. It could also come and go, so it does not affect their ability to play in any other aspect of the game in the meantime).
- As Outsiders were able to discuss and piece together some clues: they were able to rendezvous with the lynx in the desert and collect a hefty amount of samples (sand from the lynx, bloody bandages from the lynx, mummy parts.) Some of these samples will be used for medicine, while others for their suit. While Greece is still unresponsive, it may just be because of the rifts.
- LILITH will offer the energy drinks freely to those who want them. However, since it seems like some Outsiders get carried away, there will be a daily cap of two.
- The ESSENCE generator shows signs of working again, now with all aspects of the rift gone (the rift itself and the kaiju.)
- There will now be a simulation option once Neo Tokyo base reopens to mimic traps, so people can practice avoiding them. Even the ones with random screaming being used to lure people in. (They can’t believe this works).
▶ 006. AFTERWORD.
Welcome to our seventh kaiju log!
Aftermath details were gathered from reading through the chat logs of the last post and from IC discoveries and explorations that took place in which unearthed the location of the Kabus.
All tags on this log are worth 2 points and will count towards April AC.
Aftermath details were gathered from reading through the chat logs of the last post and from IC discoveries and explorations that took place in which unearthed the location of the Kabus.
All tags on this log are worth 2 points and will count towards April AC.
EVENT BREAKDOWN/RECAP (CLICK TO EXPAND)
1. EGYPTIAN DINNER: Investigative efforts and careful research has led to the Outsiders next location. They are moved out from the comfort of their temporary base and are now having their last supper before they head out to the hunt.
2. QUICK AS SAND: They encounter more foes in the desert in the form of sand crocodiles. Everyone is provided weapons and ammo to hold these creatures back and minimize initial damages to the team. However, it seems the one of their biggest mysteries get solved. It's quicksand! .... and it looks like there's a lot more to unearth beneath them.
3. TOMB RAIDER: Outsiders arrive at the entrance of the tomb. Once in it, they are prey not only to the sand crocodiles, but the various booby traps set out for them. They will also encounter mummies which seem to be reanimated or powered by the kaiju.
4. HEART OF THE TOMB: Outsiders will find the kaiju at the heart of the tomb. As the preliminary report states, the kaiju infiltrates a being's consciousness and body through their dreams to stop their heart. Outsiders will need to be wary of this fact while battling the kaiju.
5. AFTERMATH: Recap of the usual aid provided to Outsiders. As well as some thoughts and details moving forward as a result of investigative efforts and details noted from prior log.
Bakugō Katsuki 💥 Boku no Hero Academia 💥 Everlight
▶ 001. EGYPTIAN DINNER.
💥 ➊ DINNER. - Dig In.
[That's a hell of a surprise. Bakugo hadn't expected to be greeted with a damn feast splayed out when they arrived. Where the hell did these people get all the food? Of course he's not gonna abstain! What the hell do you think he is, a rude bastard?! ... Still, when you're used to cooking for yourself and dealing with ration substitutes, a sprawling array of dishes is kind of a shock in the middle of a ruined city. Seated along with the other Outsiders, he deftly loads up his plate before-]
A) Hey! Pass the shawarma! [Is he yelling at you? Yes.] NO! The ones that look like wraps, dammit!
B) Don't stuff yourself or you're gonna pass out in a food coma. [Which is exactly what they're trying to avoid. Though given the amount of food on his plate and the ferocity with which he's attacking it... do as I say, not as I do, huh.]
💥 ➋ DINNER. - Sun Rise
[Avoiding sleep after cramming down some of the best food he's had during his stay here was a monumental challenge. Even the cyber caffeine had its work cut out for it. But luckily Bakugo's kept himself well rested throughout the two weeks, albeit with the sleep rotation and safety in mind, so once he pushes past the trial hour, everything else kicks in. Fuck, he's gonna be awake for a damn week with all the shit he plied his system with. As the sunrise begins to break, Bakugo can be found sitting atop the pedestal for one of those grand pillars, one leg dangling, the other tucked ankle under opposite thigh, looking like an absolute thug. He's once more in full costume, with some killer additions moving around over his shoulders. Small explosions burst and pop in his left hand, while his right arm is once more bound up in a compression sleeve and locked to the side of his body in what appears to be a sort of pseudo-straitjacket with straps. Wanna come a chat with Mr. Grumpy?]
▶ 002. QUICK AS SAND.
💥 ➊ QUICKSAND. - Croc Roc
Watch it! [A hard shoulder rams into your side as Bakugo knocks the other Outsider away from a belched flame. Damn sand crocs already out en masse! He lands on his feet, protectively between his ally and the reptilian grouping, and slings his left arm forward. A mass of explosions erupt in front of him, as if the ground suddenly bloomed hell via underground landmines. Not quite landmines, but he definitely carpet bombs the entire area. One of those mounted guns abruptly swivels on its stalk and boomboomb! blasts two shots behind him, taking out the crocs coming from the rear.] You wanna get eaten, do it on your own time, dammit!
[Despite his aggressive attitude, he'll stay guarding you until you're back on your feet. And if you need more ammo, Bakugo'll pass you the shotgun and belt given to him. He has no need for it.]
💥 ➋ QUICKSAND. - Bad Memory Share
[Sand, sand, more sand, a pressure digging into his body and mind. Bakugo had initially attempted to blast himself free of the quicksand when it began pulling him, easily clearing the grip and intending to help others out. But when their captain stated what was probably a "DUH!" piece of obvious intel, he scowled, activates his plugsuit for breathing, and lets the sand swallow him. Even with the suit on, however, seeping tendrils of rift energy have already crawled through during the earlier trek above.
Outsiders who walk near Bakugo during the exploration underground may suddenly get sucked down into one of his harsher memories.
A) His smothering encounter with Sludge Villain
B) His emotional presence when All Might retired
C) His self-sacrifice to protect Midoriya during the first war
D) His haunting death at Shigaraki's hands the second war
Feel free to pick any of these and either leave a comment so I can write a starter or let your comment lead into it and I'll pick up from there! Obvious spoilers are obvious.]
▶ 003. TOMB RAIDER
💥 ➊ TOMB RAIDER. - Torch Light
[Bakugo hits the ground on his feet and "surfs" down the sloping sands like the badass he is. Breaks into a quick trot step at the end before coming to a stop in front of a ruined underground city. Holy shit. As ominous as it is impressive. Amid the darkness, he lifts his left arm and small explosions begin popping and sparking around his hand, luckily not causing more noise than some pathetic fireworks or sparkler crackles. It casts a warm orange glow around him, illuminating the area in light. If you wanna travel with him as your torch, go for it, but if you're gonna go off on your own...]
Give it here. [Bakugo "caps" his hand over the torch end and ignites it with a few seconds pressure against his glowing palm. There you go. Now scram, and don't get lost or die while you're at it.]
💥 ➋ TOMB RAIDER. - Trooby Baps
[So much for turquoise tanktops and brown hotpants! Bakugo instantly suspects trap when walking into the temple. Why the fuck would an ancient guardian temple NOT have protective mechanics? He already saw the damn torches light up by themselves out there. Points for the crocodiles swimming through the sand. They're not as threatening when you've spend two weeks EATING THEM!! Which you might hear Bakugo threaten to do if any get close to him.
A soft 'ka-clank' pierces the air and Bakugo glances up with a scowl stabbing into the corridor before him.] Stop setting off the fucking traps, dammit! [Was that you he yelled at? Maybe.] Get back! [Stones rend open, the ceiling births another giant boulder, and Bakugo braces himself with mounted guns primed and his left hand glowing.] DIE!! [Cover your ears because he swings forward and obliterates the hallway in an array of explosions. Scorching the walls, pulverizing the boulder, and leaving the floor a smoking, sizzling wasteland of slagged stone. Watch your step through the smoke; you don't wanna burn your feet...] Pay attention where you're walking or touching!
💥 ➌ TOMB RAIDER. - The Mummy
[Treasure? Yeah, he's heard of enough Egyptian fantasy lore to know you're not supposed to touch the stupid sparklies. These things almost always have some kind of curse on them. Case in point... fucking mummies. Bakugo doesn't seem at all fazed by them, rather he takes one look and snorts at it. Akin to seeing some little shit walking out trying to scare you with a real dumb Halloween costume. One of those mounted guns on his shoulders abruptly lifts up and "BWOOM!" snaps off a single powerful shot into the mummy's chest. Yeah, he doesn't eviscerate it; he blows the entire thing to pieces in a flaming burst.]
Piss off you toilet paper husk. [He doesn't have the time to deal with that shit. Only took one scream from earlier to make him start blasting them from afar. To any current allies nearby-] Move. And stop touching shit.
▶ 004. HEART OF THE TOMB.
💥 ➊ HEART. - Battle Cat
Bring it on you overgrown pussy cat! [Why the hell does this cat looking like it lost a fight with the toilet paper roll strike his mind as "cool" on first sight? WHO KNOWS!! He's gonna kill it regardless! Even if it's undead, he'll figure out a way to kill it again, as many times as it takes to put an end to its slumber slaughter! Bakugo's in his element once more, no longer tied to the sidelines by his war scars. Outsiders who're familiar with his battling before will notice he's still down one warm, focusing only on his left arm for explosions, flight, and other maneuvers, but those mounted guns on his shoulders are standing in for his recovering right.
BOOM! BOOmBOmbBOmBOOMBOOM!! A fiery pinball bouncing between explosions midair, Bakugo dodges the creatures tendrils and slides under clawed paw swipes, even managing to land on the back of its neck, brace his hand against the rear of its head, and BWOOM!! The entire skull's engulfed in smoke and light before Bakugo sails backwards out of the cloud, landing on his feet and skidding across temple grounds. He straights up with a snarl, wiping a cut off his cheek. Wanna join him in his next rush?]
💥 ➋ HEART. - Frozen Fear
[Sand trickles down his shoulders, a gust of wind blows dust against his boots, the Kabus screams in front of him as tendrils sweep towards his location, and somewhere further behind him, a mummy shambles towards his body. Yet despite all of that, Bakugo fails to move. Standing with his arms at his side, red eyes wide and staring into the void. One single locking with those slitted yellow orbs and everything blurred into a standstill. His shoulder-mounted guns continue their own automated assault, turning and blasting anything that gets close to Bakugo, but their ammunition isn't forever.
He remembers... he remembers the first time he faced All for One, heard his voice echoing inside his skullish helmet. Such a surge of dread and fear turning his heart to quivering ice. Muscles shouted at him to move, his instincts flared in pure "flight" with no glance to "fight", and yet his mind couldn't issue orders. Scared, scared, scared, he'll kill me, i'm going to die, it's too much, this is the end-
Someone needs to come knock the sense back into his head before one of those mummies takes a bite out of his throat or those tentacles grab him for a kitty treat.]
💥 ➌ HEART. - Bad Memory Share ~ Again
[Outsiders who act near Bakugo during the battle at any point may suddenly get sucked down into one of his harsher memories.
A) His smothering encounter with Sludge Villain
B) His emotional presence when All Might retired
C) His self-sacrifice to protect Midoriya during the first war
D) His haunting death at Shigaraki's hands the second war
Feel free to pick any of these and either leave a comment so I can write a starter or let your comment lead into it and I'll pick up from there! Obvious spoilers are obvious.]
▶ 005. AFTERMATH
💥 ➊ AFTERMATH. - Temple Run
MOVE YOUR ASS!! [Dammit, this is the second time they've had to run away after a fucking kaiju's death-based revenge-boner booby trap! Despite his anger towards the ever-ordered errand boy, Bakugo does swing one of his costume's capsules through the sand and snatches up a sample on the way out, as well as hooking a few bandages around his wrist along the way. As he runs, he caps the thing, folds the bandages, and shoves both into one of his pants pockets. It's tempting to use his explosions to fly out of the temple, but he can't shake the feeling of potentially leaving someone behind. So he focuses on running with the rest, keeping near the rear to make sure everyone else has gotten out ahead or around him. If he sees someone trip or fall, Bakugo sweeps in and grabs them before heaving the person onto their feet and shoves them forward into another run, using his explosions to get to them if he has to. Aaaand... he'll also be swiping a big fat cargo-pants pocketful of treasure on the way out, with coins, gems, jewelry, and little figure in the mix. Grab bag. Feel free to call him out on it, but it doesn't slow him down in the slightest.]
💥 ➋ AFTERMATH. - Reward Rest
A) [It's strange to be welcomed back like a proper hero. No one glaring are them for being heralds of destruction, no sobbing faces over the destruction of their property. They were able to finally take the battle to the kaiju instead of waiting for it to attack them! Bakugo basks in the praise and adoration for a few minutes... and then ends up being his usual self and yelling at people to shut the fuck up when they keep fawning over him. SO ANNOYING!! Feel free to smack him upside the head and bitch him out for it.]
B) [Bakugo's staking out in the hotel common room for a little while. He's showered and cleaned, dressed in a simple pair of black skull-patterned t-shirt and black workout pants with slippers. Currently the blonde's sitting beside a small coffee table with a bowl of water to one side, and two washcloths, one to the side of the bowl and one in his hand. While he's turned in the capsule of sand and bloody bandages to LILITH (gross), Bakugo kept his big ol grab bag of treasure and is now washing each piece off in the water. Yeah yeah, tombs tend to be pretty, well, settled, but who the hell knows what was in there with that stupid mummy cat? He has some metal cleaner and soft soap, using them as he works to clean off a host of glittering pieces. Of the pile, these two gems look pretty damn nice, and this messy thing is weird, but he's most proud of one piece in particular. Yeah, Bakugo maaay have spotted a grouping during the initial exploration, then made sure to swing by that exact spot on the retreat. Look, he's getting something for his troubles. It's better than bringing home a fucking pet mummy.]
C) [He's never seen a bed look so inviting in his life. And he's crashing in it. For... 12 FUCKING HOURS of deep sleep. Really this is just a note for where Bakugo's going to be, but if you wanna meet him before he sleeps or when he wakes up, feel free to assume you have access to his room.]
[OOC: If you want to discuss any of these prompts or none of them work for you, send me a PM and we'll chat out a different idea together! I'm happy to write up individual starters if anyone wants one. Thanks! And yay for finally taking the fight to the kaiju this time! Bakugo's more satisfied with how this endeavor was done.]
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[ Does Bakugo have a full mouth? Zel hasn’t checked; it’s just natural to snap back at a loaded and busy dinner table, so accustomed he is to chaotic diners and the daily death of manners.
But who is he to deny a man his victuals? The shwarma is ferried over like a victim of a mosh pit, accompanied by Zel’s own empty plate. ]
Here. Pass the hammam, the whole bird.
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[His mouth was not... completely empty, but he wasn't shouting muffled gross over an entire stuffed maw! Quick stab of his fork (because what Egyptian is passing out chopsticks) skewers another hunk of meat before dragging it to his plate. While he's not used to a loud, chaotic dinner table, it's happened once or twice during his schooling at U.A.
Bakugo catches the plate with an easy splay of fingers on the underside, balancing it as he clenches his fork between his teeth so as to free his hand up for a swipe, then sends the plate further down the table. Same style.]
Don't hand me your plate then!
[Big difference between pass me the dish and serve me my food, dammit! Yet even as he bitches, Bakugo's quick to tuck a serving spatula beneath one roasted pigeon, along with the rice and beans beneath, and deftly slides it onto Zelgadis' plate before sending it back to him.]
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[ Only goblins take a serving without a plate to accompany, and anyway, giving the firestarter more things to juggle was entertaining in ways Zel dare not give voice to.
Upon receiving his plate with stuffed bird, he opts to send a bowl of violently green soup down toward Bakugo on the moshpit tide, like tossing extra balls into a juggler’s rotation. Hup.]
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He picks up one of the wraps and bites into it, keeping it tilted in a way avoiding any spilling out the back. Man, this is really good! Probably one of the best meals he's had on away missions.] Did you hear anything about where they got all this?
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Not a word so far, and not for lack of trying.
[ Because food sources are important, and in a blasted world, every little piece counted. ]
But I imagine that what they haven’t cultivated themselves was brought in trade; Alexandria was a busy place, and the one river that spans this land has a considerable reach.
[ Just like this platter of breads Zelgadis now urges down the line, as easy as breathing, like he isn’t up to anything at all. Incoming loaves. ]
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Hmph, bringing us out here to a ruined temple and having a feast... What the hell are they thinking?
[While he still partakes of it. Could be nothing more than the people wanting to send them off with their best, hoping the Outsiders will rid them of the kaiju threat. But Bakugo's been through enough in this world to be suspicious.]
Maybe you're right. Neo Tokyo still gets a lot of trade and supply despite the world's state.
[Which is only 30% left of its initia-] DAMMIT!! WHO THE FUCK ASKED FOR THIS?!
[HE'S TRYING TO EAT HERE!!]
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Bakugo!
[ -is all he gets for warning before choso charges in. at least, at least, rather than just collide, choso ducks low to scoop Bakugo up and over his shoulder like a sack of grain, and with as much effort. hang on, bud. ]
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Oof! [and gets the wind shoved right out of his mouth as his stomach suddenly lurches over a strong shoulder. thrown over choso's strong body, he arms flopping overhead, bakugo's abruptly snapped out of his stupor, finding himself staring down at a rushing floor and a pair of legs shuffling fast below.] What the fuck?! Oy!
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Don't get lost!
[ choso doesn't bother stopping, opting instead to bullrush his way past a shambling pair of cadavers while he lets the adrenaline run its course. his iron hold on Bakugo's legs shifts, enough that the hero could burst free of this sudden ride if so inclined. ]
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YOU'RE FUCKING CARRYING ME!! HOW COULD I GET LOST?! [wrong lost, apparently. Bakugo hauls his head up and slings his arm in follow, igniting a harsh explosion behind them. wails vanish into naught as mummified corpses incinerate in the blast, back-lighting Choso's pell-mell rush. guess he's on for the ride. momentarily.]
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Kabus screams, monstrous, but even its terrible noise is blessedly drowned out by his passenger’s explosions. ]
Hai, hai. Hold on.
[ Flowing Red Scale sections choso’s face in undulating crimson lines, blood tumultuous as if his heart itself were still shaking off Kabus’ effects. even without the boost, choso still dashes as if unburdened, Bakugo’s weight seeming almost inconsequential as the curse launches himself up the steep slant of a fallen pillar at an unnatural clip. he leaps at the three meters mark, kicking off of ancient sandstone in an arc over a growing gaggle of ghasts.
hold on indeed. ]
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SHUT UP, YOU FUCKING FURBALL! [screw these mummies! bakugo twists on choso's shoulder and fires a carpet bomb of explosions across the open space, crashing it into the kaiju's side and sending it bounding away for tamer prey.
yeah, he's not surprised the half-curse can handle him easily. despite his flappy clothing, choso's a stack of muscle under all that fabric. amazing back and front, he finds himself trying not to fall against while they run. meaning he occasionally gets a hand plastered to the man's diamond right above his rump. before slipping and oof! flopped over his back again when choso vaults from the pillar's top.
he does not hold on. nope, he slings his arm down, palm gloving and KABOOOMBOOMBOOOBM!! choso trails an arch of hell beneath his curve as everything under him lights up in erupting blasts. reduce that rotten riot of reprobate to ruin!]
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[The fact they're shouting at each other is nothing new, although the situation they find themselves in kind of is. They really should've expected a timed escape given all the other booby traps that have littered the damn tomb the entire way in. It's so cliched that it kind of irks Yato somewhat. In his haste he snatches some of the bloodied bandages, skipping the sand due to not having a proper container for it. And for once, he's behaving himself by not giving in to the temptation to hoard the treasure, too.
...for all of three seconds. As when Bakugo scoops some up, he skids to a halt with a shout and decides to start loading up his jersey and pants pockets with any manner of loot he can get his hands on, including trying to shove a candlestick down his pants. Who needs to call out who here?
More importantly, who needs to stop dawdling??]
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You know what else is cliche? THE HEROES MAKE IT OUT ALIVE, SO FUCK YOU, TEMPLE!!
Bakugo doesn't even stop as he rakes in a handful and container full of treasure, dumping it into his pockets and going for another one without losing an ounce of speed. Which is NOT what Yato does.]
WHY THE FUCK ARE YOU STOPPING?! MOVE BEFORE I SHOVE THAT CANDLESTICK UP YOUR ASS!!
[At least Yato'd get to carry it with him that way?]
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Yato's at the back of the pack for the same reason as Bakugo: to make sure any stragglers make it out safe and sound. Though he temporarily forgets his self-imposed mission when the allure of glittery gold strikes.
Scooping up another couple handfuls of treasure, he loads up his pockets and hurries after Bakugo, screaming like there's a boulder chasing them or something. Idiot.]
I WANNA GET ENOUGH TO REFURBISH MY SHRINE, OF COURSE! AND I'M GONNA HAVE A WIFE TO TAKE CARE OF SOON!!
[He does not doubt Bakugo's commitment to putting action to his words, and thus continues stumbling after the kid, slightly hampered by said candlestick smacking into his leg.]
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Bakugo snarls at Yato's returning yell, waiting on the steps just long enough to make sure the god's reached the stone, then turns and races up towards the doors. He's surprised the entire place hasn't decided to collapse on them, but rather opts for the "sinking into the depths forever" idea of vanishing. Filling up with sand and becoming preserved far below the desert floor forever.]
YOU'RE GONNA HAVE A WIDOW AND AN EMPTY SHRINE IF YOU DON'T MOVE YOUR ASS!!
[Consider that into your calculations, Yato! A sudden explosion sees him blitz right back to Yato's side, rip that candlestick off his leg, and jab it
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And it's for that reason mostly that Yato listens to the kid, hurrying to catch up even as he struggles with hobbling along until Bakugo solves the problem for him by nearly choking him, earning a surprised ACK while simultaneously allowing him to move easier. T-That's actually better.]
I GOT IT! I GOT IT! HAULING ASS RIGHT NOW, NO NEED TO SHOUT!!
[Except there totally is, given the state of the place around them, with rumblings and loud crackings echoing throughout the tomb as it continues to disappear beneath the sands. Now able to keep pace with his fellow Outsiders, Yato snags the odd person who's still lingering and trying to collect as much treasure as he was moments ago, pushing them forward as they all haul ass towards the exit. Nobody's dying on his watch, if he can help it!]
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Bastard, why the hell's he gotta be a dumbass at a time like this? Katsuki checks behind them once more, then rushes to the doorway, crossing through as the sand swallows more of the ground below. They need to book it even faster to catch up with their fleeing comrades. Hopefully they won't have to duck under anything or Yato's gonna find his new spine rod getting caught.]
SHUT UP AND RUN!!
[Of course there's a reason to shout! The place is roaring! He slams an explosion behind him and blasts a swell of sand backwards through the door again, giving a few more seconds to run away from the pouring grains. Fuck, more stairs! Good! Going up is paramount right now! Except who the hell knows the way out? They all got down here by falling through a pool of quicksand in the first place!]
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Probably.
If Bakugo is going to scream and shout, then he can completely deal with that.
Leaning back, he grins. ]
Stop telling strangers to shut up!
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He makes to tug his head a few times, trying to free his mouth enough for a response.] They're annoying!
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[ Yuji lets his hand drop away, leaning back with a soft hum. ]
Let them celebrate a little bit. I think we should be doing something similar.
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[Stupid question. Katsuki can't-- or won't --answer it and shoves his hands into his pockets instead.]
They've been wild about it since we got back from the desert.
[Yeah, all five minutes ago.]
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[ Yuji leans into him, relaxing a little. ]
It was rough, but totally worth it.
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[Granted it was already putting the city under siege with the dreams, but there wasn't further damage. Something Katsuki's pleased with.
He accepts the lean, resting against Yuji.]
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