shaking the wings of their terrible youths;

[lempereur]

WHO: Yusuke Kitagawa + Various
WHERE: Around!
WHEN: March
WHAT: A catch all, THAT'S WHAT. Stuff in the comments as it comes. hmu if you want me!
WARNINGS: None right now, will update if that changes.

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SHINJIRO;

[lempereur]

[ The scene: a wooded area, a couple miles outside of De Chima. It's a bit of an adventure to get there, when it's he and Yuri, they use their powers to shorten the trip, but he has no problem taking his time for Shinji. Actually, now that he's doing it, he thinks he prefers it, getting a glance at the various birds and squirrels and whatnot that inhabit the place. He's glad they've persevered and claimed their home back, after the fire during November's Swear-In.

Eventually, they reach a clearing, where the trees have been wiped out by none other than Goemon himself, to create a training area. Some of the trees have been left at various heights with just the tops cut off, for tactical purposes. ]

Here we are. Will this be big enough for you?

[axeboyfriend]

[ Shinjiro takes a moment to soak in the beauty of the place. He's never been much for nature and the outdoor life— had rarely ventured far outside the city limits of Iwatodai back home, and tended to stick to Heropa or the other imPort cities here— but being here now really makes him appreciate the wonder of it. The only sounds are those of the animals, and of himself and Yusuke. Shinjiro breathes in the air, and lets out a slow exhale before answering. ]

Yeah... this'll be good.

[ It's perfect. ]

[lempereur]

Lovely.

[ Without warning, Yusuke is engulfed in a spark of blue flame, gone as quickly as it comes. On the other side of it, he comes out in his Fox getup - the same one Shinji saw him wear during that horrible flashback in the haunted house. That doesn't seem to bother him much (or maybe it does? it might be hard to tell with the mask), there's a trust between them that he values, he doesn't have to worry about his identity being given up by Shinji. ]

Why don't you start by telling me what your Persona can do?

[axeboyfriend]

[ Yusuke's secret identity is definitely safe with Shinjiro— and there's something comforting about knowing he can admit his personal weakness to the other teen. ]

My Persona's really good at physical skills and doesn't have any particular weaknesses. It's all about hitting hard enough that my opponent won't get back up. So mostly, there's a lot of slashing and striking involved... Though I've got the ability cast fear effects on them, too.

[ Basically— Power Charge, High Counter, Deathbound, Akasha Arts, God's Hand, and Evil Smile.... He's also got Regenerate 2, but he didn't think to bring it up. ]

[lempereur]

You were the powerhouse.

[ A tank. It seems symbolic, to him, given Shinjiro's rougher, tough exterior. Yusuke is more of a critical striker, himself - hit 'em quick, get out fast. He avoids getting hurt by being faster than his enemies, not by having endless endurance. ]

Anything in the way of magic? Ice, fire, nuclear?

[axeboyfriend]

[ Nuclear? He hadn't run into that one, and this somehow strikes him as a good thing. Shinjiro shakes his head. ]

Nothing like that. No elemental weaknesses... but no strengths, either. It's a trade-off.

[lempereur]

Nice and neutral, then.

[ His old teammate, Ryuji, never dealt very well with any magic besides the one he had an affinity for. Yusuke will miss him for about five more seconds. ]

So your specialty is brute strength. Very well, then. Please, show me.

RYUJI;

[lempereur]

[ It's not actually hot yet, in Heropa, Florida. The weather is pleasant, partly cloudy, a temperature that most would find perfectly agreeable, for outside. Which means, of course, that Yusuke has his bedroom window open. He's an ice-type, he prefers things a little cooler. While he might think twice if he were living anywhere but expense-free government housing, the power bill is of no concern to him. During the earlier part of the month, his preference serves a second purpose, spying on and investigating the government vehicles driving in and out of the imPort housing neighborhoods day in and day out. He doesn't expect familiar faces, really, but he's curious, especially when the car pulls up right across the street.

He watches the new arrival emerge, probably confused and scared, as he was, almost a year ago, now. The artist looks on with moderate interest, nothing out the ordinary here...?!?

That dye job could only mean one thing. ]

Ryuji!

[ He leans his torso out of the window, eyes wide. Of course, Yusuke hoped that the rest of the Phantom Thieves would eventually show up, but after Makoto's stay was all too brief, he had stopped counting on it. He's just gonna. Climb out the window, and nimbly jump from the overhang to the yard. As opposed to just walking downstairs like a normal person. Who needs stairs when you're a world-class thief-slash-acrobat? ]

[imaphantomthief]

[What the eff? There aren’t many people who speak so casually to Ryūji even at home, forget about here. He hasn’t even met anyone yet, but somehow this pretty boy knows his. The whacko basically jumps out of a window to get his attention, so, yeah ok he’s definitely got it. Ryūji stops dead in his tracks and stares.]

What the f-

[Whatever pleasantries Ryūji is preparing to exchange with the guy are cut off by the sharp, impatient blare of a car horn. Oh, yeah. Probably shouldn’t have stopped in the middle of the street. But it’s weird, right? This is even weirder than waking up in America. Like, he’s probably dead or dreaming or something, but then why this guy? Why not a cute girl or something instead? It’s kind of unfair, right?]

Lame, [He grumbles to himself, kicking the car’s bumper lightly. It’s a little too solid for a dream, and it sends a jolt of pain racing up his bad leg. Ryūji curses quietly and the car honks again, this time sounding pretty ticked off.]

Alright, already! Jeez!

[lempereur]

[ Yusuke jumps out windows to meet his friends, and even he knows not to stand in the middle of the road. He, fortunately, has been been blessed with super speed by the porter, like an amped up Sukukaja that never wears off, so he zips across the street in the blink of an eye. The driver gets an apologetic bow, and Ryuji gets dragged onto the sidewalk by his arm. ]

Isn't that your bad leg?

[ Idiot. Still, Yusuke smiles at him, pleased and quite relieved to see this person he definitely knows quite well! ]

We've missed you. Welcome to Heropa.

[imaphantomthief]

Hey! What the-?

[Being man handled makes Ryūji’s stomach drop, even in the interest of getting him out of the road like that. He tenses noticeably and yanks his arm back as soon as he’s able to. Then he dusts some imaginary dirt off of himself for show, leveling a sharp look at the handsy weirdo who-

Wait, what did he just say? Ryūji straightens up, so he’s not subconsciously favoring the bad leg anymore. This creep knows way too much about him somehow. The car speeds off, driver a little ruffled but no one any worse for the wear, and Ryūji finds himself alone with an overly friendly stranger.]

Thanks, but no thanks. I already got the tour. And isn’t it illegal to talk about private medical information here? Whatever you read, forget it! That’s old news anyway.

[lempereur]

[ If they were still in an anime, there would be a question mark above Yusuke's head. These boys fought god together, it isn't creepy to know which leg can take a hit and which can't. Is it?

Ryuji is acting weird. Yusuke was the first of the Phantom Thieves to show up here, but he knows that if someone he knew had been here to welcome him, he would have been relieved. Not kicking cars and getting snappy. ]

What are you talking about? You told me yourself, ages ago.

[imaphantomthief]

[That doesn’t clear anything up at all. Ryūji might have a bit of a temper when he’s feeling cornered, but he’s not so pissed that he can’t see this guy seems almost as confused as he is. Except, this guy at least knows who he’s talking to.

Some of the anger fizzles out, and the edge of nervousness that comes with being somewhere unfamiliar in a batshit situation you don’t understand yet creeps in to replace it. Ryūji eyes the stranger warily, taking a step back from him. Told him himself? Hell no he didn’t. This guy is either bonkers or just seriously confused. But, he doesn’t seem all that dangerous. Right? So, fine. He can deal with this. Probably.]

Ok, you know what? That was a shitty introduction. I’m- hell, I guess you already know. But I’m new here, alright? Just... I don’t know. Slow down. I mean, who are you? And what are you talking about?

Around somewhere

[deathboss]

[There's a gasp behind Yusuke before a voice speaks out weakly.]

Jun?!

[The minute he turns around, however, the person looks completely disappointed.]

Ahhh. Sorry. You're way too tall. I mistook you for a friend.

[He shouldn't have hoped Jun was around.]

[lempereur]

[ He turns around in confusion, not quite hearing what this person's said. It's rare that Yusuke gets confused with anyone else, given the fame forced upon him by his imPort status. This guy must be new. He bows apologetically, and comes back up with a friendly smile. ]

Jun? I am sorry, I do not know anyone by that name.

[deathboss]

Well he sort of looks like you, but shorter and the hairbang is over the other eye. But I'm sorry bro!

[He sighs briefly, looking at him and attempting to smile back, as painful as it is. Wow...this guy could be his older brother if you squint hard enough.]

I think it's the fact you have a Persona that got me confused too. Ha, ha...man yours don't feel like his anyway.

[UM???]

[lempereur]

[ . . . ]















I'm sorry, what did you say?

[ Somebody's visibly spooked! Wonder why that is? ]

[deathboss]

[??? Right back at you buddy.]

You okay? I just said that your Persona doesn't feel like Jun's that's all...I mean...you know I have one too right?

[...]

....Right?

[lempereur]

I...no. Well, I do now?

[ What. Who is this person?? He hates this? ]

Who told you that?

BLUE;

[lempereur]

[ The last time Blue was at Yusuke's house, he was horribly drunk and still trying to pretend he's not obnoxiously gay for Red. Oh, how time flies!

Yusuke insisted that they do this at his place, because there is no way he is dragging all his art supplies all the way to De Chima. He's set up in the back yard, a large canvas with plenty of room to do anything he wants on, and a table full of colors and brushes, with more upstairs if he needs them. ]

Do you have them?

[ The Pokemon, obviously. ]

Re: BLUE;

[halloflamer]

[Blue remembers that party happening, although he doesn't remember all the details so well (okay, there was karaoke, and being on the floor with Red, and... after that...?) He remembers Yusuke bringing it up after the fact a little moreso. Luckily, he's not the kind to be self-conscious about the stupid shit he did that last time he was somewhere, or he'd run out of bars to go to.]

[Blue grins, gesturing towards his backpack as he slides it off his shoulders, and takes out 3 of those small red and white balls that they held their creatures in. Pikachu is pattering along on the grass behind him, although notably not riding anywhere on his person, as he always would be on Red. The mouse immediately runs up to Yusuke and butts his leg for hello pets with a cheerful 'Piikachu!'.] Yeah! It took some convincing, but he thinks I'm just taking care'a everyone while he's at work. Thanks again... for this.

[With that, he tosses the three balls forward, releasing the monsters inside. All three were huge, taking up much of the yard- Charizard stretches his wings and lets out a puff of smoke as he looks around; Blastoise scratches his belly, then takes an immediate interest in Yusuke- more sizing him up than anything. And Venusaur, upon realizing that this was that portrait surprise that Blue had told them about, immediately takes a shy step or two back. Better to hang in the back, let the two tough guys have the spotlight of the painting.]

[lempereur]

Thank for your coming.

[ He says...to Pikachu, as he reaches down to pet him, because he's pretty sure he's never seen the little guy more than ten feet away from Red. What an adventure, he's on. ]

When is Red supposed to be back?

[ There's a lot to see here, a lot of details in their colors and mannerisms. It might take longer than he originally thought. ]

[halloflamer]

Mm, Red usually gets home after me. About 5ish? [Blue pops a seat on the grass next to Yusuke, arms tossed around his knees. He's content to watch the work done while Red's boys get their portraits. He's curious; he's never really known any artists before.] It should be a good bit.

[He nods his chin towards Pikachu, who revels in the petting and is sure to be taking the spotlight of the picture.] So do the brat first, since you're probably not gonna get him away ag-- ow!! [He glares, interrupted mid-sentence by a "stray" spark sent his way. With an injured pout, he rubs the back of his hand.] ...Like I was sayin', it was a pain to get him and Red apart.

[Blastoise and Charizard are rumbling to each other, nudging and pushing for the 'best spot' again. It wasn't unlike Red and Blue as kids, really; it always makes Blue grin to watch.] Hey, you guys, he can't paint you if you get in a fight...

[lempereur]

That should be time enough to get this outlined, then.

[ Yusuke stands from his stool to move towards the creatures, try to get them to behave. He is anxious to correct Charizard, given the giant ball of flame on his tail, but he smiles at him all the same. Aesthetically, he likes Venusaur the best, because he's a soft boy deep down who just wants to look at flowers DUH. He's not sure if plant monsters(?) like pets, but he's going to try. ]

You should stand in the middle. Your flower is lovely, a bright pop of color in the middle catches the eye.

[halloflamer]

Saaur...? [Venusaur looks a little surprised to be called out like that, much less complimented. His eyes dart to the ground and he paws at the grass a little bit, but shuffles slowly into place as directed. Plant boys do, in fact, like pats very much- Venusaur rumbles happily as he's petted, his bumpy teal skin much like a lizard's to the touch.]

[Charizard and Blastoise grumble at this direction, but don't seem willing to pick another fight over it, at least, after Blue's scolding. Despite their size and bouts for attention, their manner is tame once Yusuke intercepts. They're still glaring at each other over Venusaur's flower, though. Charizard carefully positions his tail away from Venusaur, outstretching it to the side so its mighty flame can be seen. Blastoise wriggles himself to stand nice and tall; he's sure that the water cannons protruding from his shell can be seen.]

[Pikachu doesn't need to be told where to stand- he bounds right after Yusuke, plunking himself down in front of Venusaur with a cheerful Piiiika! and waving a hand. Here I am! Let's get started!]

[Meanwhile, Blue watches the scene, holding his comm out to take a few little snapshots for later. This made for a nice 'behind the scenes' after Red got the painting.] Haha, see, they behave alright! Even if Red spoils 'em.