Demon Slayer: Era of Corruption

Demon Shinobi

Aspiring Demonic Mafia Ninja Pirate Dragon God
Original poster
LURKER MEMBER
FOLKLORE MEMBER
Invitation Status
Posting Speed
  1. 1-3 posts per day
  2. One post per day
Writing Levels
  1. Elementary
  2. Intermediate
  3. Adept
  4. Adaptable
Preferred Character Gender
  1. Male
  2. Female
Genres
Fantasy, Modern, Romance, Action, Adventure, etc.
Generally, it's what I feel more in the mood for.
Important Links
IC [] Discord

The Story Thus Far...
After the fall of Muzan Kibutsuji, the world seemed to fall into a state of relative peace. It seemed the Demon Slayer Corps was well on its way to exterminating all Demon life. At least, that’s what they believed. In truth, Kibutsuji was not the only one of his kind. Demons had spread out across the world. Different cultures had different names for them, but they were demons all the same.
Now, the world has begun to shift. Mankind continues to wrestle various issues, it's environmental and geopolitical state in constant flux. With the downfall of Muzan Kibutsuji, the legacy of the demons fell into obscurity. What myths did remain twisted the truths to such a degree that the stories of old seemed to cease to exist. The Demon Slayer Corps all, but disbanded, the pillars are long since gone, breath styles little more than family secrets. Passed on from age to age, from parent to child, the weapons of old that slayed the last of the demons laid within shrines a reminder of constant vigilance and of the past to those who still held true to the honor and beliefs of old.
Even so, humans being a cowardly and superstitious lot fell prey to a new form of evil. A single man, fueled by curiosity and greed after countless fantastical tales of power and immortality, chose to bring rise to a new threat to the world. Leaving behind hallowed halls of honor, shattering solemn oaths, he took what science had written off as beyond the realm of supernatural and revived what should have stayed lost to time: the Blue Spider Lily.
With the resurgence of a long forgotten drug, humanity would find itself at the precipice of an oncoming storm. The richest, most powerful, and even the most unsavory of characters found themselves with unlimited access to a power unlike any seen in recent times. Bootleg versions of the drug began to make their way to the streets, creating malformed, lesser demonic beings, however, painful and temporary the “transformation” seemed to be. Individuals would willingly give up any shred of humanity they may have retained to stand at the top of the food chain, or even just to feel powerful for a brief moment. It also seemed that cutting more common drugs would generate a high unlike any other.
The upper elite would become something like gods, even if only to themselves, and the trash that littered their feet would follow aimlessly for another chance to feel that exhilaration. Corporate takeovers, coups, the fall of governments and empires. All of this would seem just be just around the corner, until it all came to a head during what came to be known as the 10 Day War.
Taking place in 2012, the 10 Day War saw the growing mass of Demonkind attempting to inflict its control over the nations. This solution would present itself threefold: (1) former Demon Slayer heads and there students would enter the fray wherever possible, utilizing amazing swordsmanship skills; (2) many soldiers by what seemed to be merit of Darwinism not only survived but thrived in the CQC hell, developing impressive tactics and weapons selection with the integration of melee weapons; (3) The Demons themselves, many of whom came to fruition by proxy of various gassing attacks which lead to large forces rising throughout the 10 Day War.
While the pitiful demons of the lower level posed little to no threat, the upper echelon of Demonkind saw far more success by remaining in the shadows. Many casualties were sustained on both sides, but the Demons could be replaced, they were expendable. Modern technologies were found to be of limited effect, heavy weapons while at times successful were not always practical and the collateral damage far outweighed the potential for success. While the war was ultimately a loss for the Demons, at least publicly, the need for protection was indisputable. This led to the creation of the Humankind Preservation Alliance (HPA).
The HPA would see the acknowledgement of the Demon Slayer Corps. Demon Slayers from around the world with their own techniques, breath styles, and skills would be recruited under new leadership. Even so, now a force recognized by multiple government entities, the Demon Slayer Corps would allow for a greater level of freedom. However, the Corps would remain unknown to the general public. As such, comprised of Japan, Russia, China, the United States, and South Korea, the HPA would allow for representatives of each nation to convene with each other and make decisions that would then be communicated to the head of the Corps.
Thus, under the cold light of the moon it becomes the obligation of the Demon Slayer Corps to act in the best interest of Humankind.


New Demon Slayer Corps
As such, the corps has grown to be an international force with various small bases, institutions, and individual masters (former Demon Slayers usually) throughout the world. Masters have trained students, preparing them for wars as they retire from the front lines to help prepare new crops of Slayers for future endeavors. Much of this is done personally by masters on an international scale who prepare children for the Final Selection. Though a brutish tradition, it is a tradition never forgotten, though each culture seems to have its own variation of the test.
Even so, many of the minor branches have been seen as non-measures. The HPA has believed it necessary to create a sole primary base of operations where Demon Slayers considered to be of the highest quality, the best of the varying Final Selections, would gather and work directly under instruction from the new Head.

Base of Operations
Stationed in Japan, the new Demon Slayer Corps has grown immensely with various individuals from all over the world. This base of operations has taken the form of a large estate. Many non combatants reside here taking care of day to day activities, medical duties for the Slayers who come and go, and other mundane tasks throughout the day.
dJkxzag.jpg

Demons
The legacy left by Muzan Kibutsuji and the Demons of old became little more than legends to the young Demon Slayers. They were forces to be feared and yet so much more. They were power hungry monsters, flesh craving beasts, immensely powerful combatants, and yet, there were those who did not fit the typical notion of a Demon. The primary types of Demons that will likely be seen are as follows:
The One - The man who reignited the nightmare that is Demonkind. Ever elusive and powerful it is unsure what he looks like, where he resides, and how high he has soared in terms of strength. Should he be encountered it is highly recommended that no Demon Slayer attempt to engage him individually. Retreat is the only course of action to ensure survival.
The Demon Moons - Taking on the title of Muzan’s generals of old, these Demons are members of the upper echelon second in class only to The One. Class, weath, and power are expected. They hold immense influence and many are unknown to the public. They seem just like any other human. Some even seem to have begun to develop immunity to the rays of the sun. They may be weakened, but will not die instantly. Demon Slayers should approach with caution, attack in groups if possible.
The Elite - These are certainly not the average demons. Their power pales in comparison to that of the Demon Moons, but they are still a force to be reckoned with.
The Scum - This name was given to low level demons who are not strong enough to even be considered a proper threat to any Demon Slayer. They are little more than cannon fodder, often seen as training for fresh recruits. If unable to even take on Scum by oneself, a Demon Slayer may wish to give up their position and leave the field of combat.
The Fakes - These Demons come to life via the bootlegged formulas of the Blue Spider Lily drug. Though the transformation is temporary, the addiction to the drug is not one that can be overcome. Death is high recommended less the Demon Slayer take responsibility for any life that may be lost due to his or her own weakness.
The Benevolent - While it is true that most hunger for the taste of flesh and human blood, some overcame such carnal urges. Be it love, willpower, or some form of genetic luck, these demons would renounce the need for human flesh. While many boast the same combat effectiveness, many of them come to hate their "brethren". Those who do not choose to try and live normal lives, in search of a cure for Demonhood, will fight of their own violation. In many cases they appear to be quite youthful, though with exceptions.
Some have even taken quite well to simple blood packs to sustain their hunger, but often keep their Demonhood hidden to avoid issues in their personal life. These groups of demons are a vast minority and typically not trusted by the public. Still, it is possible that one day these Demons may become powerful allies against Demonkind and The One.

Rules
  1. While I will do my best to remain as fair as possible, I am still the GM. My word is law. If I make a decision it is final.
  2. Friendly debate is fine, but arguments must be shut down when called out or taken to DM/PM/Whatever.
  3. Understand that my goal is deliver as good a story and experience as possible, but this takes cooperation and communication. BE ACTIVE.
  4. This roleplay will make use of Discord and Google Docs resources for communication, collaborations, and other relaying of information. If this makes you uncomfortable or you are unable to access these mediums you will be kicked.
  5. You will be required to post once a week AT LEAST. If you are unable to do so, please make an effort to communicate this to the myself or other appointed Co-GMs.
  6. 2 weeks without a post and/or insufficient communication will get you a warning.
  7. 3 weeks without a post and/or insufficient communication will get you kicked.
  8. We can all be a little dickish at times, but do not go overboard. Do not harass others. Respect boundaries, respect each other, and behave in a manner befitting of your place in the roleplay.
  9. These rules are subject to change as I see fit and may change at my discretion.
kpAnGuA.jpg


“Character Quote in Character Color...”
Name:
Alias:
Age: {Try to keep mid-late teens}
Gender:
Species: {Human or Demon}
Height:
Weight:
Hair Color:
Eye Color:
Nationality:


Affiliation: {Demon Slayer Corps; where does your loyalty lie?}
Rank: {For the start: Mizunoto or Mizunoe. Low level. Fresh out the Final Selection.}
Weapon of Choice:
Nichirin Color: {
What is the color and "meaning"?}
Secondary Weapon(s):
Equipment:
{Things you have on you. Mundane or otherwise, that are not your primary weapon.
Breath Style: {This can be a canon style or an original. Original styles are subject to more scrutiny.}
Techniques:

Personality:
{Try to keep this as brief as possible}
Background: {I want a little something, even if it’s just bullets. However, if you write paragraphs, I request 1-4 paragraphs. What does this mean? Keep it to the important stuff. If it’s over 4 paragraphs, I will not even read it. Cause I’ll know you can’t follow directions. Let’s try to keep ourselves in check.}

kpAnGuA.jpg


“Character Quote in Character Color...”
Name:
Age:
Gender:
Affiliation:
Personality:
 
Last edited:
  • Like
Reactions: Thaleko

"'He who desires but acts not, breeds pestilence,' William Blake. Fancy way of saying bad shit'll happen if you aren't willing to get off your ass and work for the things you want."

Name:
Azen Javier Kamado

Alias:
Friends: AJ; Az; Zen
Certain Family: Mongrel; Mutt
Moniker: n/a

Age:
17

Gender:
Male

Species:
Human

Height:
5'9" (roughly 175.26cm)​

Weight:
167lbs (roughly 75.75kg)​
Hair Color:
Dark Brown​
Eye Color:
Yellow​

Nationality:
Japanese/Puerto Rican

Affiliation:
Demon Slayer Corps; Japan
(Formerly United States)

Rank:
Mizunoto

Weapon of Choice:
Nichirin Blade - Katana

Nichirin Color:
Azen's blade black blade with a distinct Red reverse wave hamon (hardening line) that is of a Kanemoto style and its tsuba (hand/crossguard) has flower-like edges. A black blade is said to be considered a bad omen as Demon Slayers who wield them rarely live long lives. However, it seems to have a connection to the Breath of the Sun style as well. Red is often tied to fire, but it is unclear as to whether or not this hold true for Azen.

Secondary Weapon(s):
In addition to his Nichirin Blade, Azen wields a Wakizashi (usually sheathed and carried at his hip just about his Katana) and a Tanto (kept sheathed and carried horizontal at the small of his back). Each blade is similar in look to his Katana, though neither have the hand/crossguard.

Equipment:
Azen is often seen carrying his shoulder bag, usually carrying his school supplies or other things he may pack. However, he is rarely without his utility side bag which remains comfortably at his left thigh. In this bag you are likely to find:
  • Extra durable Smartphone
  • Miniature Moleskin Notebook + various pens
  • Rosary his mother gave him
  • Canteen of Water
  • Lighter

Breath Style:

Techniques:
Techniques of the Breath of the Sun are particularly taxing on the body. Despite his best efforts, Azen has so far been unable to utilize his techniques in succession. On a good day, the most he can manage is one technique in a singular day, two if he really pushes himself. Thus, in order to make up for his lack of skill in utilizing the Breath of the Sun techniques, Azen took it upon himself to learn other skills that he could use in battle. These come in the form of the teachings of the Black Heaven and Earth School (particularly it's Walking Techniques) and the Shigure Soen Ryu style of Sword Play.
  • Dance - A single high-powered slash seemingly releasing fire.
  • Clear Blue Sky - The user spins his body vertically to create a 360-degree slash.
  • Raging Sun - The user unleashes two horizontal slashes to hit or intercept an enemy from the front or side.
  • Fake Rainbow - The user utilizes this technique to evade incoming attacks with high-speed twists and rotations, thus creating afterimages. The afterimages work most effectively on enemies with good vision as they will probably fail attack the afterimage instead of the actual body of the user.
  • Fire Wheel - The swordsman leaps behind the opponent and spins in the air while releasing a flaming attack in a circular motion.
  • Burning Bones - A circular slash that defends from imminent frontal attacks.
  • Sunflower Thrust - A single thrust attack with the point of the blade.
  • Solar Heat Haze - The user charges towards the target, attacking it with a haze covered slash that seemingly fails to hit, but actually does hit.
  • Setting Sun Transformation - The user flips into the air to deliver an upended flaming sword slash.
  • Beneficent Radiance - The user spirals into the air to deliver a powerful slash to those caught in it.
  • Solar Halo Dragon Dance - Resembling a dragon, the user moves in circles to avoid enemy attacks and slashes then multiple times at the target.
    Info icon
  • Flame Waltz - A two-combo strike which starts with a vertical slash and then a horizontal one right after.
  • Thirteenth Style - The user continuously performs all twelve forms of the breath style in repetitive succession to increase the accuracy and agility of his movements. It is said that this form was created solely for the purpose of killing Muzan, since the repetition of all twelve forms aims to destroy the twelve vital organs (7 hearts and 5 brains) that move freely inside his body thanks to his shape-shifting ability.

Personality:
Azen is strong-willed, stubborn, and at times a little arrogant. He's the type to laugh off an insult or avoid escalating a problem so long as the assailant is directing things at him. It's not until the person insults or threatens someone or something he cares about that he'll step up to the plate; of course, he won't shy from a fight if the assailant comes at him first. The fact of the matter is, he's fiercely loyal. He'll have your back every time so long as you have his. He believes in second chances, but if you scorn him twice, you'll have to prove yourself if you ever wanna get back in his good graces. In the end, he may forgive, but he isn't one to forget.​
As far as he's concerned, he can take just about anything and give it back 100 fold. He's got something of a chip on his shoulder though, and a bit of a reckless streak. He has strong ideals, though they tend to tow the line of moral ambiguity at times. He likes to bend the rules, give the benefit of the doubt, have fun, flirt, and even enjoys the occasional brawl if its all in good fun. Unfortunately, with a few exceptions, if you witness him around his "family" you're likely to see a different person altogether. Respectful, but cold, angry, uncaring, the fun loving friend will be buried.​

Background:
For years, Azen complained about his name. His mother and father had spent days, weeks even, trying to decide how they would name him. Would his name be something Spanish or Japanese? Why would a kid growing up complain about that though? Well one day, after he'd knocked something down, they decided. A sign was what his mother called it. Bullshit was what he called it. How she got his dad to agree... Azen would never know. He grew up with his both of his parents until around the age of 4. He didn't remember the why of it all too much, but some people had come to visit. They looked at him like he was some abomination. That day his father left.
His mother never complained though. That was even more confusing. She did her best to raise him from then on on her own. She worked two jobs. His grandmother and his aunt and uncles helped here and there. As he grew up, he developed a bit of a chip on his shoulder, a few daddy issues, and a bunch of other crap. His family taught him the best they could to be a good person. What he didn't learn from them he learned from TV. His favorite was anime. Though, with things like Demons and other crap going on around him... one might have considered things like cartoons and anime to be mundane or dumb. As he got older he picked up little tricks here and there to avoid not only the demons, but gangs, drug dealers, etc. They weren't all bad, but at the end of the day, he wasn't trying to get roped up with all of that. Mom would have killed him.
it wasn't until years later that he met his father again. He must have been 8, maybe 9, years old. The man had aged well. Although he was down an arm. This was around the time his mom passed. The sad part was... It wasn't even demons that had done it. It was just bad luck: the wrong place, the wrong time, and a stray bullet. His father got custody after that. There was a lot more to it... but that was the result. Azen fought with him. A lot. Especially when his father took him to Japan. The man was trying to make up for everything. For leaving. For making bad choices, but adjusting had been especially hard for Azen.
The next four years saw many things coming to light for Azen. New found knowledge, new friends, new... enemies? He had developed something of a relationship with his dad, regardless of how rocky it was. They never had that moment of things just clicking. But, it was during this time he would come to understand the way the Kamado clan worked. At least the way it worked now. Moreover, he learned about his father's role as a Demon Slayer. He learned about the Breath of the Sun. He began to train. He trained until his body ached and he felt like he would go crazy. One thing led to another, and well... Here he is.


Other:
  • Hex Color: Fire Brick = #B22222
  • Theme Song: ???
 
Last edited:
  • Like
Reactions: Thaleko
Reserving this one too, cause ya never know
 



Stage: "I love you all everyone~ Don't forget! Let your smile shine through the stormiest clouds ❤️"

Real life: "I lost some beloved friends to those fucking demons, like a buncha other people. I ain't stopping 'til everyone has peace of mind"


Name:

Emika Sakurako

Alias:

"Cupie" due to her idol persona revolving around love

Age:

17

Gender:

Female

Species:

Human

Height:

5'0

Weight:

110 pounds (49 kg)

Hair Color:

Light pink

Eye Color:

Pink



Nationality:

Japanese

Affiliation:

Demon Slayer Corps

Rank:

Mizunoe

Weapon of Choice:

Nichirin katana

Nichirin Color:

Pink, representing the Breath of Love style

Secondary weapon(s):

Dual Nichirin daggers of the same blade colors.


Equipment:

> Basic first aid (bandages, disinfectant, and bottle of extra strength painkillers)
> Canteen of water hanging on her belt
> Her adorable smartphone
> 20,000 Yen in cash in her wallet
> Her credit card
> A picture of her and Makoto


Breath Style:

Breath of Love

Techniques:

  • First Style: First Love's Appearance - Emika dashes forward unleashing a flurry of strikes.

  • Second Style: Broken Heart - A large, extended upward slash going vertically, horizontally, or diagonally. Usually slices the chest where the heart is located.

  • Third Style: Love Love Shatter - Emika rushes from all sides at incredible speeds, delivering slash after slash against the enemy. The end result is usually an enemy cut into pieces.

  • Fourth Style: Love is Supportive - Emika touches the blade of her Nichirin sword or daggers to the wound of her comrade and heals it. Can heal multiple small wounds or one life threatening wound a day.

  • Fifth Style: Unwavering Devotion - Emika slashes multiple times in front of herself and anyone she wants to protect, creating a defensive barrier that cuts through most attacks. The more effort she puts into making it, the bigger the barrier.

  • Sixth Style: True Love's Betrayal - Emika creates a Shoujo-esque illusion. The world is beautiful with vivid colors, clouds, and the opponent receives a sense of peace. Meanwhile, Emika, at incredible speed, propels herself straight at the opponent from any angle and stabs through their body. Sword first, then Cupie's body would penetrate through the opponent's chest leaving the opponent with a large hole in their torso and neck area. To a demon/person with a human body, this would decapitate them.


Personality:

Emika, though has a cute appearance, has a rather aggressive personality. She believes in "actions speak louder than words," which is to say she believes that punches will get her point across better than a heartfelt monologue could. She tends to swear a lot and loves to catch people off guard with it. Emika enjoys surprising others and ruining expectations. It is part of the reason why she dresses so cutely while behaving the way she does.

Despite this, she understands that her personality isn't for everyone and will politely tell them to fuck off. She is not afraid to kick some sense into other people who need to grow a backbone and can help them learn how to stand up for themselves if they are willing. Emika tends to really insult those she doesn't like, but those she does like she resorts to playful teasing and nicknames. She is also a lot nicer and compassionate to those she's friends with.

Due to her years of being in the entertainment business, she does not take shit from anyone.

Emika is still learning and makes mistakes constantly. Those who get past her swear words will see she's actually very self-sacrificial and carefree with her own life to a fault.


Background:


Since she was a child, Emika's parents have been trying to make enough money to live comfortable lives no matter what. They put their daughter through Idol Academy and manipulated her into doing her absolute best to show how much she loved them. Emika made her debut at just 12 years old, becoming increasingly popular due to her candy sweet persona and unique look. However, as she grew older Emika realized her parents true intentions and it infuriated her. She started lashing out and rebelling, with Emika often being out and about at night hanging around with delinquents who didn't know who she was. She learned free-running, shit-talking, and enjoyed being treated like a normal human being. Her parents and her manager disapproved of this and made multiple threats, all of which fell on deaf ears. Because she was at the peak of her popularity and the most successful idol they had, the agency couldn't fire her.

Around the age of 14, Cupie met her good friend Makoto. He quickly proved to be kind and a great friend, winning over Emika's trust and friendship easily. There, Emika was able to meet his mother and father, Demon Slayer Corps members who described their job and lifestyle because she asked. She loved the idea of helping others and being in the middle of the action. So, in her little free time, Cupie started training with Makoto's parents teaching her what they knew.

At the age of 16, Makoto and his father perished from a demon attack, leaving Emika, Mrs. Miasaki, and Makoto's younger brother devastated from the loss.

At the peak of her career, Cupie announced her retirement against the agency's and her parents' wishes to pursue becoming a Demon Slayer Corps member. With another mentor, she was sent to the Final Selection where she was one of the students to make it out alive.


 
Last edited:
  • Like
Reactions: Thaleko

Hana Suka

anime_samurai_girl_render_1920x1200_hd_version_1_by_tiakh-d7ggguh.png

__drawn_by_orihi_chihiro__sample-365cd2daebdd8e65df7d2fb39d740bbe.jpg
Age: 16|Gender: Female|Race: Human|Height: 5'9|Weight: 136|Nationality: Japanese|Hair Color: Black|Eye Color: Green
"It is important to understand Death in order to know what is truly worthy of fear."

~ Aliases ~

Hasuka
Husk

~ Affiliation ~
Demon Slayer Corps

~ Rank ~
Mizunoe

~ Equipment ~
Several Wysteria Talismans

Varying Protective Charms and Talismans
A cheap smartphone


~Weapon of Choice ~
A Pale White Nichirin Blade of above average length
"It's ghostly appearance means that it is white because the person who made me just thought a white blade was appropriate for the aesthetic"

~Secondary Weapon~
"I am a highschool student. Getting a hold of more weapons is immensely difficult."

A smaller wakizashi style blade

~ Breath Style ~
The Seven Curses of the Breath of Spirits

This style focuses on deceptive movements to confuse and distract targets, allowing for cunning escapes, or forced openings. Though little is known about the style, it is well established that it was derived from the Breath of Wind

1st Curse: Anguished Banshee's Wail – A series of quick sword swings that cut through the air fast enough to create a ghostly wail. Best used when the enemy is easily distracted.

2nd Curse: Foul Spectre's Malice – A feigned strike that looks to be filled with murderous intent meant to draw a target’s defense, that quickly shifts to a lunging stab at the enemies unguarded openings. Best used when an enemy believes that you are moving for a finishing blow

3rd Curse: Séance – A commune with the spirits to learn vague answers of a place or person. Best used out of combat for reconisans or information gathering

4rth Curse: Danse Macabre - A fluid and continuous onslaught that's rhythmic swings almost seem to call the spirits to join in on the dance, masking the actual location of the user. Best used when fending off against multiple opponents

5th Curse: Incorporeal Step - A defensive form that utilizes quick and slight movements to dodge an incoming strike, giving the impression that the user phased through the attack, allowing the user to counter with a horizontal strike. Best used when an opponent is desperate to end the fight.

6th Curse: Will o' Wisp - Six strikes around the back of the user that cause the gleam of the sword caught in the moonlight to look wispy balls of spiritual energy. Best used when a strike from a blind spot is detected

7th Curse: Vengeful Spirit's Rage - The final form of the Breath of Spirits. The user pushes forward with a powerful upwards slash to break the opponents guard. As soon as the attack finishes, the user seems to vanish, only reappearing to strike again, disorienting their opponent more and more with each strike before a large horizontal slash to decapitate the enemy.

~ Personality ~
Hana is a quiet person who isn't reserved. Though her voice is quiet and soft, she is never afraid to speak her mind to another. After her incident she doesn't really fear most things. The thing that she fears the most is suffering. She sees pain as a fate worse than death, and always aims to prevent others from suffering if she can. Believing she knows what death is like, Hana would never wish to make a demon suffer and will quickly end them with a singular strike. She can be brutally blunt as she doesn't care for petty squabble and strife, but does understand that words can hurt, so she does try to hold back as best she can. She loves horror but at this point it's more of a comedy to her, and is a bit of a troll.

~ History ~
Hana's story begins with her death.

While walking home from school after band practice, she was caught by surprise by a demon who pierced her lung with his claws. She did not die immediately. In fact, a member of the Demon Slayer Corps arrived just in time to save her. She was hospitalized for months, fighting to stay alive in excruciating agony. Eventually the doctors decided that there would be no hope for her. She was in a medically induced coma and an iron lung. When the machine was unplugged, everyone watched and waited for that final breath. It soon came after her labored breathing continued for 15 excruciating minutes. She was officially declared dead. Then her final breath came again. Followed by another. She had been medically dead for almost 10 minutes by then. Yet she continued to breath.

She had fully recovered, and had begun the process of learning Total Concentration Breathing. She claims she learned it in the after life. She does not mention much about what she saw there, but she claims she truly did see what it is like to be dead. One thing stands as a testament to her story, and that is her sudden abilities and the Breathing Style she has adopted: A style that was said to be taught only by the spirits of those who knew how to utilize it. Armed with a once forgotten Breath Style, Hana cut her way through the Final Selection, freeing demons from their tragic suffering.

 
Last edited:
  • Like
Reactions: Thaleko
Reserving a Breath of Love style lady
Gotcha.

Reserved for a character o' mine.


@Demon Shinobi
I'm thinking about making a breath style, but given as how (with a few exceptions) most forms are just different kinds of strikes (I.E waterfall and Water Wheel) what are you looking for in original Breathing Styles? Cause this is all I have thus far.

Yūrei no Kokyū (Breath if Spirits)

The style focuses on deceptive movements to confuse and distract targets, leaving openings

1st Form: Banshee Wail – A series of quick sword swings that cut through the air fast enough to create a ghostly wail.

2nd Form: Vengeful Spirit – A feigned strike that looks to be filled with murderous intent meant to draw a target’s defense, that quickly shifts to a lunging stab at the enemies unguarded openings.

3rd Form: Séance – A commune with the spirits to learn vague answers of a place or person[
/spoiler]
That looks good for the most part. I basically want you to tell me anything you think is notable about the style. Connect it to an element, what it can do. Are there supernatural points to it. Cause like, Breath Styles in this game can be more than just different kinda of fights. Like a fire based breath style may produce actual flames. Making the water dragon or a fight dragon, etc. I'm giving a little more leeway and looking into some of the more supernatural or magic aspects that could be fun to work with.
 
Mrc0tG3.png

"The Spirit Mantis"

Name: Aoko
Alias: Kamakiri ("Mantis")

Gender: Female
Age: 14 years old
Height: 138 cm
Species: Demon (Formerly: Human)

Nationality: Japanese
Affiliation: Demon Slayer Corps
Rank: Mizunoto

Weapon of Choice: Twin Nichirin Shortswords
Blade Color: Navy Blue

Equipment:
-Vials of preserved human blood
-Blue-hue contact lenses
-Smartphone, very durable smartphone

Breath Style: Illusory Breath of Spirit

Techniques:
  • First Illusion - Soul Swipes: Aoko's basic, yet effective, combo of performing various slashes with her twin blades. Able to fluidly transition to her other techniques.
  • Second Illusion - Foresight Slash: Aoko dodges an enemy's attack at the last moment, leaving a spirit decoy then quickly counterattacks before resuming her basic combos.
  • Third Illusion - Fadeslash: Aoko conjures spirit decoys that perform a harmless slash while also attacking herself, aiming to confuse the enemy on which one is real and thus, creating an opening for further combos.
  • Fourth Illusion - Iai Slash: Sheathing her twin swords, Aoko prepares herself for a powerful counterattack. A split-second before an enemy will hit her, she briefly turns ethereal then slices through the enemy. She can also release this move manually if no attack comes her way.
  • Fifth Illusion - Soul Splitter: Aoko jumps high up then dives back down, using the force and momentum to perform mighty splitting twin slashes, dealing heavy damage. This move has a lengthly wind-up so it's best used when a solid opening is present.

Personality:
A former test subject of a black ops project to create demonic super soldiers, Aoko was rescued by a Demon Slayer and has since been educated in their values and traditions. She keeps these teachings close at heart, however, at times especially during the heat of battle, her feral demonic nature tends to slip as she slays demons with just a little more glee than appropriate.

Background:
The blue-haired girl wasn't born from biological parents, she - like many of her 'siblings' - was grown in a test tube of a secret research facility. She didn't even have a name, merely assigned numbers and codes. As one of the test subjects for a highly controversial megacorp-funded project to create demonic super soldiers, Aoko's early life was a series of inhumane experiments and grueling tests.

The subjects were regularly administered Blue Spider Lily extract to transform their original human body into that of a Demon. Many didn't survive the process, but those that did were further conditioned and experimented to finally be living weapons who can serve their masters' plans without asking questions.

At least, that was the plan until the Demon Slayer Corps got wind of the operation and sent a squad of Slayers to neutralize them. The whole facility was destroyed, all the data and documents erased, and the test subjects... well, by the time they got there, one blunette young girl was the only one they found still alive. One of the Slayers took her in, gave her a name, and thus, began Aoko's life as a Demon Slayer, where she can use her cursed nature to rid the world of Demons. Her glowing red eyes and gleaming twin blades serve as harbingers of demonkin massacre.
 
Last edited:
  • Like
Reactions: Thaleko
Mrc0tG3.png

"The Spirit Mantis"

Name: Aoko
Alias: Kamakiri ("Mantis")

Gender: Female
Age: 14 years old
Height: 138 cm
Species: Demon (Formerly: Human)

Nationality: Japanese
Affiliation: Demon Slayer Corps
Rank: Mizunoto

Weapon of Choice: Twin Nichirin Shortswords

Equipment:
-Vials of preserved blood
-Blue-hue contact lenses
-Smartphone

Breath Style: Breath of Spirit

Techniques:
  • First Spirit - Soul Swipes: Aoko's basic, yet effective, combo of performing various slashes with her twin blades. Able to fluidly transition to her other techniques.
  • Second Spirit - Foresight Slash: Aoko dodges an enemy's attack at the last moment, leaving a spirit decoy then quickly counterattacks before resuming her basic combos.
  • Third Spirit - Fadeslash: Aoko conjures a spirit decoy that performs a harmless slash while also attacking herself, aiming to confuse the enemy on which one is real and thus, creating an opening for further combos.
  • Fourth Spirit - Iai Slash: Sheathing her twin swords, Aoko prepares herself for a powerful counterattack. A split-second before an enemy will hit her, she briefly turns ethereal then slices through the enemy. She can also release this move manually if no attack comes her way.
  • Fifth Spirit - Soul Splitter: Aoko jumps high up then dives back down, using the force and momentum to perform a mighty splitting slash, dealing heavy damage. This move has a lengthly wind-up so it's best used when a solid opening is present.

Personality:
A former test subject of a black ops project to create demonic super soldiers, Aoko was rescued by a Demon Slayer and has since been educated in their values and traditions. She keeps these teachings close at heart, however, at times especially during the heat of battle, her feral demonic nature tends to slip as she slays demons with just a little more glee than appropriate.

Background:
The blue-haired girl wasn't born from biological parents, she - like many of her 'siblings' - was grown in a test tube of a secret research facility. She didn't even have a name, merely assigned numbers and codes. As one of the test subjects for a highly controversial megacorp-funded project to create demonic super soldiers, Aoko's early life was a series of inhuman experiments and grueling tests.

The subjects were regularly administered Blue Spider Lily extract to transform their original human body into that of a Demon. Many didn't survive the process, but those that did were further conditioned and experimented to finally be living weapons who can serve their masters' plans without not asking any questions.

At least, that was the plan until the Demon Slayer Corps got wind of the operation and sent a squad of Slayers to neutralize them. The whole facility was destroyed, all the data and documents erased, and the test subjects... well, by the time they got there, one blunette young girl was the only one they found still alive. One of the Slayers took her in, gave her a name, and thus, began Aoko's life as a Demon Slayer, where she can use her cursed nature to rid the world of Demons. Her glowing red eyes and gleaming twin blades serve as harbingers of demonkin massacre.


I want to protecc
 
  • Sympathy & Compassion
Reactions: Izurich
"Breath Style: Breath of Spirit"

The Seven forms of the Breath of Spirits

Oh no

I suppose I can switch to ghosts? I mean that was more what I was going for before.
 
Where da boys at
 
All y'all with your smart phones. What if I breaks in a fight? Better stay safe
 
"Breath Style: Breath of Spirit"

The Seven forms of the Breath of Spirits

Oh no

I suppose I can switch to ghosts? I mean that was more what I was going for before.
Well, at the end of the day, the techniques’ name can be whatever. The important part is what they do anyway. That said, your call. If I switch, my alternate name would be “Breath of Illusion/Illusory Breath”.
 
Last edited:

"... and?"
"No single victory is worth losing the life of a friend."

Name: Allister Marmon
Alias: Marmot
Age: 18
Gender: Male
Species: Human
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 180 lb
Hair Color: Dark green
Eye Color: Green
Nationality: United States

Affiliation: Formerly United States, Demon Slayer Corps

Rank: Mizunoe

Weapon of Choice: A pair of concealable nichirin tantos
Nichirin Color: White, colored for the Breath of Light
Secondary Weapons:
Tranquilizer pistol

Equipment:
2x low-yield wisteria poison darts
4x tranquilizer darts
low-yield wisteria paste: 50g
cyanide-based poison paste: 50g
2x poison application sheaths: tanto

Breath Style: Breath of Light
Techniques:
First Style: Flash
The user draws both tontos at an extreme speed. The strike itself is amplified by the sudden release of friction from the sheath. At higher levels of the technique, the "flash" from its name manifest, as a flash of light appears, the slash finishing before it fades.

Second Style: Mirror
The user makes use of a pair of diagonal crossing blows, comboed into upwards strikes, after which, the left hand strikes diagonally again as the right hand slashes horizontally.

Third Style: Fade
In an exception to most breath forms, the user exhales and leaps backwards, allowing themselves to exit range of easy combat. At higher levels of the technique, their presence grows thin and their body begins to gain the illusion of fading out.
Note: This technique requires one to have taken a breath to perform another technique, and is meant to be used in conjunction with Style Six, in the Total Concentration Breathing technique "Fading Blink".

Fourth Style: Returning Shadow
The user makes an initial strike with one blade, allowing it to roll backwards and miss. Following this blow, they strike in the opposite direction from the other side. At higher levels of the technique, this causes of phenomenon of a line of light, followed by a shadow bisecting the line.

Fifth Style: Radiance
The user makes four strikes with each blade, the first of which being diagonal slashes to the neck and behind the knees, followed by horizontal slashes across the stomach, and finally an upwards blow to the crotch with one hand, and a stab towards the heart with the other. At higher levels of the technique, the technique is accompanied by a glow, and appears as though rays of light stretching from the glow are striking at the eight locations.

Sixth Style: Blink
The user takes a step forward, lunging in to deliver a stab to the opponent. At higher levels of the technique, this is accompanied by the illusion that the user has "blinked" out of existence, leaving a single Style of light that stabs into the target.

Full concentration Breathing: Sixth Style: Fading Blink
The user takes a step forward, appearing to blink out of existence, their blade drawing a line through the target. Following the strike, the user exhales sharply, jumping back as their presence becomes less tangible.

Seventh Style: Vanish
The user switches the blades so they point inwards, crossing them in front of their body before quickly returning them to their sheath.

Eighth Style: Blur
The user unleashes a torrent of short, fast strikes designed less to majorly harm the target, so much as inflict as many small wounds as possible. At higher levels of the technique, the blade appears to blur, appearing as though a radiant dragon coiling around the area struck.

Ninth Style: Zenith
Restriction: this technique can only be used when wielding a single blade, regardless of length.
The user twists, using their angular momentum to deliver a thunderous upwards slash. At higher levels of the technique, a radiant dragon appears to rise along the trajectory of the blade, stopping to roar at the zenith of the strike.

Tenth Style: Nadir
Restriction: This technique can only be used when wielding a single blade, regardless of length.
The user delivers a heavy cleaving strike, aimed at bisecting a target. The technique is less suited to use with short blades, and is a leftover from the original modifications to existing breath styles. At higher levels of skill in the technique, a radiant dragon appears to drop through the target, fading out of existence as it reaches the nadir of the strike.
Personality:
Allister is, at first sight, a bit of a no-nonsense type of person. When faced with those he does not know well, he tends to retreat into a professional shell, only re-emerging once he has gotten to know the person. To those who he does know well, however, he tends to be friendly, and, while he himself isn't mischievous, he is more than happy to laugh along with most jokes, including those which are about him.
He's a massive believer in being prepared for every situation he can think of, the main reason why he tends to carry such an inordinate number of weapons along with him.
Background:
Allister was born in the United States, but his mother and father both died soon after his birth, leaving him an orphan. In the year 2000, he was selected as a candidate for a secret training project to attempt to recreate and improve on the sword styles that eyewitness reports from the early 20th century had claimed destroyed entire buildings with single strikes.
The project was met with mixed success, with few of the students managing to learn existing breath techniques, and even fewer managing to learn any of the newly-created techniques. Allister was one of the few who managed to learn a new technique, one that was created to be used while dual-wielding two-foot or shorter blades. The project came to a close after 8 years, when he was 12 years old, and he was transfered to a new project to create highly dangerous political assassins.
Due to the influence of the breath style he had learned, Allister was able to easily pass the close-combat portions of the training, and eventually would continue on to become highly proficient in firearms, soon to be joined by a burgeoning skill in compounding and using various poisons. Two years into his training, in 2012, the 10-day war broke out, after which, the United States pulled all trainees from his original group out of their respective programs, transferring them to the HPA as a token gesture of support. There, he acquitted himself well, although just barely managing to pass the final selection due to inherent flaws in his breath style.
Over the past 4 years, he has continued to make a name for himself, although his individual contributions were small, leaving him as a Mizunoe.


*Image is not mine, and the image redirects to the source I pulled it from.
 
Last edited:
  • Like
Reactions: Thaleko
The discord will be up within the next 24 or so hours guys!

As for sword or breath styles, I recommend attempting to write them first. If there is a major issue with any of them I will not simply deny but work to try and make them a bit better, or at least provide good feedback
I will also beginning going over the sheets already up and complete tomorrow as well provided I have time. I wanna work on my boy first and have decisions to make
 
  • Ah Seen It
Reactions: Izurich

Let the fun commence!
1582174407571.png
Name:

"That's a nono name. it would be in your interest not to say that name."
Yami Watanabe

Alias:

"Short and sweet!"
The Silent Serpent

Age:
"Don't let my looks fool you, I'm actually 45!"
15 Years Old

Gender:

"Does gender matter when I'm a demon?"
Male

Species:

"Don't be scared! I'm one of the good ones!"
Demon

Height:
"Shorty will earn you a swift decapitation."
5'4


Weight:
"Less weight, faster attacks!"
115 Pounds


Hair Color:

"Your eyes may deceive you, It's actually bright pink!"
Dark green


Eye Color:

"I promise they aren't red."
Hazel


Nationality:
"Ooh! You gotta guess first!"
Japanese

Affiliation:

"If they let me kill then I am a loyal dog!"
Demon Slayer corps

Rank:

"I may be new to becoming an official demon slayer, but killing demons is all but new to me :P"
Mizunoe

Weapon of Choice:
"I draw my sword and before you can say 'ahh!' your head will be gone!"

A pair of dual wakizashi's


Nichirin Color:
"It's so pretty!!"
Yami's blade is a lavender color, through each blade holder its color represents the serpent, a quick and slithering animal that hides in the grass, waiting for their attack.


Secondary Weapon(s):
"All I need are my swords and my fists!"
No secondary weapons.


Equipment:
"What's more important than a blade?"
He doesn't carry anything on him since he doesn't have any use of those things other than his sword and the clothes on his back.

Breath Style:
"Enter...The VIPER!"
Breath of the serpent

Techniques:
"So you want to know all my secrets hmm?"

  • First Form: Weaving Snake Slash: The user rotates and releases a circular slash in front of him.
  • Second Form: Venom Fangs of the Narrow Head: He goes behind his opponent at blinding speed and lops off their head.
  • Third Form: Coil Choke: The user curves his sword like a slithering snake and quickly decapitates his opponent.
  • Fourth Form: Predator Strike: A quick strike to each leg, followed by a fast decapitation.
  • Fifth Form: Slithering Serpent: using his bending sword, curves it right to left at incredible speeds. This technique is capable of decapitating multiple targets at once.

Personality:
"I would never harm a fly, I also am a great liar..."
Even after going through such tragedy, Yumi hasn't lost his sense of childish and fun attitude, almost as if he hasn't lost any of his own innocence at all. He enjoys playing games on others and watching their reactions, especially when they are flustered or angry, anything to push their buttons. His whole temperament is like a child, he cannot be patient, hates feeling bored and has a crazy amount of energy. Though he does have a deep dark pit inside him that he doesn't let out too much but you would not want to be around him when he hits that point.
-
Background:

"Well that's a long story, but I guess if you wanna know..."

It was the tragic story of a boy forced into a life he couldn't control. It began with a small happy family that included his mother, father, and his older brother, while things weren't perfect, the love that his parents had for him and his brother was unconditional, each day the family would find some way of spending it with each other, so even by the end of the day they still had each other.

But things started to unravel one day when Yumi and his brother decided to go explore after dark, though they were told numerous times of how dangerous going out after dark was, Yami was unfortunate to find out the hard way. The two were attacked by a rogue demon, they tried to get away but Yami was a victim in the incident, though before he could be killed their father saved them but not all of Yami.

That day he was transformed into a demon, his parents decided it was best to keep him inside to try and find a way of curing him or taming his hunger, they tried everything just to have their little boy again. Surprisingly it started to work, he was no longer wanting to take a bite of every human he saw, everything seemed to be working out, until...

Yami's brother would sometimes come inside the attic to talk with his brother, out of guilt and genuinely missing his younger brother. This time the boy had fallen asleep next to him, seeing the boy next to him started to make him even hungrier for human flesh. So just as he was about to bite into him, his father had caught Yami and protected his human son from Yami, telling him that he must leave and never come back, out of safety for their last living boy. So that left Yami on this path, he made it his own oath to lose any human hunger he had, and while it was mostly gone, he would not risk going back to hurting his brother.




 
Last edited:
  • Like
Reactions: Thaleko

7b1d9ff4d13d7dee150be19377278a492e680b15.png

1582071729861.png

"Namu Amida Butsu!"
"Oi! Yah Demon fuck! Give thanks to the grand Buddha, I'm here to send you across the Sanzu River to the Yama for Judgement. One way and Express!"


Name: Ota Amiuchi
Alias: Yamabushi of the Mountain
Age: 19
Gender: Male
Species: Human
Nationality: Japanese

Height; 6'10"
Weight; 203 lbs.
Hair Color; Strawberry Blonde

Eye Color; Hazel, near orange
Nichirin Color: Yellow Jade, a brown variant of Jade

Associated with the Earth and the Eastern Dragon, his breathing style has little in common with the so called Dragon styles of yesteryear but is rather a reflection of the stylized movements and sweep of the blade.


Affiliation: Demon Slayer Corps - Buddhist Temple, Yamaguchi Gumi Yakuza (formerly)

Rank: Kanoto

Weapon of Choice: Naginata

Equipment:
Smartphone, M9 Handgun, spare change for vending machines, prayer beads, book of Buddhist and Shinto prayer chants a Harmonica.

Breath Style: Rumbling Breath of the Mountain Dragon

Techniques:

1st Form:
Breath of Dragon; The first and base form, a special breathing technique which makes one's body as rigid as fine armor and physical power. It is possible to go even beyond this basic form that fortifies the body and mind.

(some forms may be weaker or unfinished based on improvements here)

2nd Form: Earth Dragon Tomb; A horizontal downwards impact with such tremendous force that it seems to crater the ground under it

3rd Form: Earth Dragon Counter; By careful movement of his wrists and the blade it is possible to "dance" the pole arm around the quickest and most well planned of attacks to deflect or counter attack with a single stab putting the length of the weapon to good use.

4th Form: Earth Dragon Rumble; A Direct impact of the weapon upon the ground in which tremendous force that seems to split the earth in two around it throwing an enemy off balance and sending a shockwave out it's center that has been known to cut.

5th Form: Earth Dragon Rampage; A multi barrage flurry of strikes from the weapon for a brief time as Ota moves forward.

6th Form: Earth Dragon Thundering Roar; A Jumping cartwheel in which Ota carries himself forward in a corkscrew to impale a foe upon his Naginata.

7th Form: Earth Dragon Mountain Faith; By focusing the mind and body to a great extent, one becomes the mountain, unmovable with a raging strike, all is in harmony with the teachings of Sohei Monks. It is a colossal strike that breams with the energy of the heavens, sundering anything unlucky enough to be within the arc of the Holy Blade.

(Currently this form is difficult to reach)

Personality: A Purebred thug that found religion. Swears a bit but is a rather kindhearted man and Joker, utterly relentless and without mercy in battle, is not past intimidating others. His hazel eyes are rather unsettling to some. He is fairly honest and down to earth, keeps contact with the Urchin's in the Street and the Priests in the Temples. While a Buddhist he knows a great deal of Shintoism.

One to understand the lower people, he takes his faith seriously and doesn't care much for ceremony or his conscription, as long as he can kill demons he doesn't much care who's pulling the strings. Can be surprisingly "priestly".

Background:

A native of Japan, Ota was an orphan having been left with the hospital by a mother much too young to deal with this burden but much too kind for an abortion, not too much was special about his early years, other than his large size and natural aptitude in the use of force. Joining a local Yakuza Gang when he was 15 it would not even be a year later in which some junked up humans on the demon juice went on a rampage and ruined the gang he was with, a fact he has neither forgiven nor forgotten. Mostly as it left him in a very bad state.

Being taken in by a Buddhist Temple in central Japan he would become a convert a almost two years later. Within the following year he would take up the old Warrior Monk Oaths and set out to wipe out the demon infestation of the nation and beyond... He more or less just got word from Urchins on where drug dens of the false demons were and went around killing them with a Naginata and a Black Star Handgun, as they are called in Japan the TT-33. This would end up in his eventual arrest and forced Conscription into the Demon Corps, where he cleared the selection test in flying colors. While powerful his Monk taught style has much to improve upon. His teeth are an issue he never gives a straight answer on unless pressed.
 
Last edited:
  • Like
Reactions: Thaleko