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May | Event: Flowers of Buffoonery

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The month of love is in full swing! But there are some who are probably wondering: why is May the month of love, and why only in the West? Over in Tokyo, no such celebrations are being made, and even the Hanyo of Shitaya aren't gunning up for any major festivals of any sort, despite most of them having come from the West. But it's not because it's a new holiday. Rather, it's simply a Yokai specific one.

Because traditionally, May is the period where a Yokai's sex drive is the strongest. And while for most, this simply manifests as a desire for deep, emotional connections, for others, it's a month-long orgyfest.

And as the mysterious little flowers continue to bloom across Kyoto, something else begins to bloom between the refugees themselves.

The Season of Sex

Towards the middle of the month, refugees are sure to notice a change in the way the Yokai are behaving, particularly the group known as the "beast Yokai", which includes Kitsune, Bakeneko, and Inu Yokai. As it turns out, these three are among some of the only Yokai who still occasionally undergo a heat-like event, with most of these falling around the month of May.

But what does this have to do with the refugees? As many of them will quickly find out: they also will experience a heat-like state through the rest of the month. Upon contacting the scientists, they explain that because the Yokai were the indigenous people of Nippon, bonding with Nippon seems to have caused the refugees to become part Yokai in a way that differs from the native Hanyo. This is why they're able to use magic, and why many of them grow Yokai body parts when experiencing high levels of Kizuna.

"Oh, don't worry your pretty little heads! Sure, you lot seem to be more afflicted than us Native Yokai, but no one's going to judge you for your... biological needs, teehee!"

As the Yokai researchers explain, heats have become less common in the modern era, so it's entirely possible that some refugees won't experience anything at all. Feel free to use this to opt out of anything that makes you uncomfortable!

You All Know What This Event Is About Maryouku University, Kyoto
When a Yokai goes into heat, they tend to adopt one of three characteristics, known collectively as KSJ. Although most Yokai will always lean more heavily towards one in particular, some may experience all three throughout their heat:

Daikoh (大攻) causes Yokai to develop unusually dominant and possessive tendencies. While some may search for a single partner to keep to themself, others may try to gather as many partners as possible. Even passive and friendly Yokai may become inclined towards violence or unusual roughness, including marking their partners. Some may experience an inexplicable desire for passionate romance, while others may feel a desire to breed.

Daishoku (大食) causes Yokai to give off a magic aura that may trigger a heat in those around them. These Yokai are insatiable, seeking endless pleasure from anything and everything they can find, be it food, entertainment, or sex. It's not uncommon for them to have one thing in particular they become fixated on, though others may simply desire everything. They may even find it hard to sleep without some kind of stimulation to calm them down.

Daijuu (大受) causes Yokai to develop unusually submissive and needy tendencies. They crave physical affection to such a powerful degree that going without it may even become painful. It's not uncommon for these Yokai to only feel comfortable when wrapped up in a nest of blankets to simulate being wrapped in the arms of a lover. They may feel a strong desire to be cared for by another, or even impregnated by a mate, regardless of gender.

Obviously any of these would be pretty inconvenient, but perhaps the worst part is they can strike at any time. One might simply wake up in heat, while another may find themselves suddenly overwhelmed upon seeing a familiar face. And the truly unfortunate may find it happening in public, or even on a long train ride.

While most heats tend to be very mild, often to the point where one might not even realize they're going through one, some Yokai have the misfortune of going through an extreme heat, where the effects of KSJ becomes far more pronounced, even to the point of appearing to have a complete personality shift. Daishoku Yokai may fuck until they pass out, Daikoh Yokai may peruse individuals they would never otherwise be interested in, and Daijuu Yokai have been known to crawl into the beds of strangers to satisfy their need to be held. Heats can be as brief as a few hours, or as long as a few weeks, with varying levels of severity throughout. While most only occur once a year, you're free to utilize heats as a Severe Kizuna Effect at any time!

Discount Dildo Emporium Gion, Kyoto
Just in time for the month of love, a new shop has opened up in downtown Kyoto. The elderly owner of Iyarashii Ryuu, an infamous dildo shop in Tokyo's Shinjuku, has partnered up with an equally amorous young Kitsune to open up a sister store in Gion. And if the large painting on the wall is anything to go by, their relationship probably goes beyond business partners... that's one feisty old lady.

Iyarashii Ryuu specializes in every shape, size, and function of dildo one can imagine, but unlike the Tokyo branch, the Gion branch of Iyarashii Ryuu specializes in enchanted dildos. These dildos are capable of moving on their own, growing in size, changing in shape, and even glowing in the dark! Because why not.

However, these are still a very new product, so they're depending on customer feedback to improve the spells! As such, anyone willing to test out a prototype enchanted dildo will both be allowed to keep the prototype, as well as select from any finished dildos in the shop free of charge.

Of course, some may not realize what they're getting into when they agree to test a prototype. One is designed to change size on command, but contains a bug that may cause it to grow larger than intended, and even develop a distinct knot. Another is designed to allow the one wearing it as a strap on to feel sensations as if it were real, but has a bug that instead causes both partners to feel both sensations, resulting in an extreme case of over-stimulation. Another is designed to move independently like a fucking machine, but seems to lack a means of turning it off. And another glows in the dark so brightly that it can be seen from the outside. Which isn't necessarily a bug, but it sure is something worth seeing.

And hey, for all you natural-dildo-havers, they're also testing a line of condoms designed to do the same things, with the added security of safe sex practices. Very sexy! Just watch out for that size-changing one, though. Some have reported feelings of insecurity upon watching their dangle return to its smaller size.

Fickle Flower Petals

In the midst of everything happening this month, refugees will begin to hear rumors of strange symptoms popping up around Kyoto. Flowers growing out of people's hair, sprouting from the ground with every step they take, or even tumbling out of their mouth. It's only then that the people realize what's happened: those little flowers from before weren't entirely harmless. They're sprouts from a Hanahaki, a very rare ayakashi that possesses flowers, named for the curse it inflicts on those who inhale their pollen.

Thankfully, Hanahaki is treatable, and can even be cured without the need of a specialist. But until the sprouts wilt, those living in Kyoto will simply have to bear with the symptoms.

Post Secret Kyoto, Western Kingdom
In its mild form, Hanahaki causes flowers to grow from a person's hair. These flowers range in size and species, and can grow over the course of mere minutes or many days. Those affected will be encouraged to allow the flowers to wilt naturally, as plucking them may cause permanent bald patches.

While this form can seemingly effect anyone, those hiding secret feelings of love or desire may instead develop a form that causes flowers to bloom on every surface around them. Although certainly the most charming, it's also the most conspicuous, with tiny gardens building up around them whenever they stay in one place for too long.

The true extent of the curse will become obvious to anyone riding the trains, as the entire inside of each car has become blanketed in thick green foliage and flowers. Some may discover that the flowers can even sprout on the other side of walls, potentially filling their neighbor's apartment with unwanted greenery. And let's not even get into the personality types that cause a nuruname to bloom. Best stay away from those folks!

So what's the solution? Well, seeing as not everyone is open to the idea of sharing their thoughts and feelings openly, a workaround has been discovered. All around Tokyo, refugees will find small wooden plaques known as ema hanging in populated places. Those affected by the Hanahaki are encouraged to write anonymous confessions on the ema and hang them up where they can be seen. After enough people have seen their confession, the effects of the Hanahaki will begin to go away.

Just make sure you're not seen hanging a confession up, or it'll defeat the purpose of it being anonymous!

To submit play-made secrets for characters to see in Kyoto, please see this post!

Tell No Lies Kyoto, Western Kingdom | cw: This prompt contains Hanahaki-adjacent body horror.
With most cases manifesting as mild, some may be wondering why the curse is referred to as Hanahaki, meaning to spit flowers. In truth, the name is derived from the severe form of the curse: in which flowers begin growing internally.

The most common location is the throat, causing those affected to cough or hiccup flower petals throughout the day. But for those who are especially unlucky, they may grow down into the lungs, causing severe pain, a bloody cough, and trouble breathing. Due to the likelihood of choking in one's sleep, this form is considered the most dangerous.

This form of the curse manifests in those prone to frequently keeping secrets or telling lies, be it intentionally or as a result of being a rather private person. Much like the mild form, it can be treated naturally through open communication. However, the workaround used for the mild form will not work here. Only by opening up about themselves or the secrets they've been keeping will the flowers begin to wilt.

For those who are still opposed to the idea, a healer can forcefully remove the flowers with a spell. However, this method carries a 25% chance of losing whatever memories are tied to those secrets, ranging from the secrets themselves, to all memories of the people they wish to keep in the dark. Surely such a risk isn't worth it, right?

Party Time

Although the Emperor of the West has grown busy these last couple of months, far be it for him to forget his beloved Refugees during the month of love! And so, on the 25th, all refugees will be extended an invitation to an exclusive party in the Uji district of Kyoto.

Those who assisted in clearing it out earlier will be shocked to see the transformation the building has taken in just a few days, as bright and colorful décor can be found on every corner, and the scent of incense hanging in the air.

It may not be everyone's cup of tea, but it would be most rude to refuse an invitation from the Emperor himself, wouldn't it?

With a Bang! Uji, Kyoto
Taking place at one of his many private villas, refugees will be met with an extravagant affair, filled with Humans and Yokai alike. During the day, there's no shortage of musical entertainment and dancing, along with free food and drinks, and a large outdoor garden to relax in. But at night, the mood of the party shifts dramatically. After a full day of pheromones tickling their senses, and no shortage of uki to go around, it was time for the main event: an orgy to celebrate the season of love.

"Greetings and salutations, my dearest friends from another world! I am Katsuragi no Mikoto, emperor of the Western Kingdom, and on this day, I invite you all to enjoy the many pleasures our world has to offer! Please, those who are inclined, make merry! And rest assured, this is a safe place to indulge."

The main room of the villa itself is designed with an array of sliding doors that can become walls to quickly close off corners for an illusion of privacy, as well as private and secret rooms for those who desire it. In the upper floors, rooms filled with all sorts of enchanted toys and costumes can be found, in addition to a small outdoor bathing area. And in the basement, there's what can only be called a sex dungeon, filled with all sorts of restraints and gear for whatever one's heart desires.

Any guests who stick around for the orgy will be asked to select from a number of colorful kanzashi they'll pin into their hair to convey what they're looking for:

Pink: Platonic, non-sexual physical affection only.
Red: Bondage, restraints, and sadomasochism.
Yellow: Open to kink negotiation or discussion.
Orange: Toys, magic or supernatural powers during sex, transformations.
Green: Costumes and sexual role play.
Blue: Powerplay: light blue for submissive, dark blue for dominant.
Purple: Public use, anonymous sex, exhibitionism.
Gold: Open to anything and everything.
Silver: No physical contact, watching only.

Outside of the Purple and Gold ribbons, all kanzashi are imbued with a spell that will sound a loud alarm if they person wearing it is touched in a manner they didn't consent to, upon which the one who activated it may find themselves thrown into the cold waters of the pond in the garden out front. Refugees are free to take as few or as many kanzashi as they desire, or swap them out as the evening grows long.

Denouement Engagement Uji, Kyoto
The party lasts well into the next morning, with guests welcome to stay the night with whoever they happened to bond with the night before. A nearby bath house is open exclusively for party guests, which is for the best, given the nature of the festivities. There will be no walks of shame coming from the Emperor's villa!

But those who actually manage to stick around this long will have an opportunity to witness a rare event.

In the garden just outside the villa, Katsuragi can be found seated next to a young man who some will recognize as Karu, the emperor of the East. The former is once more clean and dressed in his finest regalia, while the Eastern emperor appears in more subdued colors, a parasol in hand in some attempt to hide himself. Perhaps most would be giving them some space, but those who sneak closer will be able to overhear their conversation. Katsuragi speaks of uniting the two kingdoms, and supporting Karu as the face of the Emperor, so he may focus on his "continuing recovery". For his part, Karu is almost completely silent, though it doesn't seem to impede on their conversation.

But one doesn't need to be eavesdropping to realize what's happening when Katsuragi gets down on one knee and gently takes Karu's hand into his own, prompting the latter to drop the parasol in shock.

What happens next, unfortunately, is just between the two of them. A snap of his fingers, and both Katsuragi and Karu vanish in the blink of an eye. Did he notice they was being watched? Or was he intentionally letting them see that much?

OOC Notes
Welcome to Jikan's May event! Please direct any questions to the Question Thread in the OOC Plotting post.

• As with all Kizuna effects, you are free to opt out of any of the KSJ effects as well, or simply utilize the ones you are interested in. A Daijuu yokai could simply desire being held, with no sexual or breeding-related connotations, for example. Likewise, as this is inspired A/B/O tropes, you are welcome to use Kizuna as an excuse to utilize any additional tropes not included in KSJ.

• Feel free to mix the effects of the prototype enchanted dildos to include multiple effects at once, or create your own magical effects! With magic, the only limit is your imagination!

• Although not necessary, Japanese does have it's own language of flowers if you would like the flowers your character sprouts/spits up to have greater symbolism. A wider list of plant symbolism can also be found here!

• Hanahaki can produce native plants to Nippon, but cannot produce plant-like Ayakashi. So they can grow Uki in their hair, but cannot cough out a Higanbana.

• In case you missed it, the post for submitting IC secrets is over here!

• Players are welcome to handwave their character sleeping with the Western Emperor himself at the orgy, but don't expect him to remember their name the next day. The Eastern Emperor will not be present until the next day.

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I-- no!

[He's not going to grow more flowers for lying, is he? He can't deny that he was a little disappointed that the dream cut off before he could learn what it felt like to be taken by something so large and uniquely shaped, but--]

[Hold on.]

Wait, what do you mean by deja vu?

Well... I think I saw this in a dream?

[Melissa brings her hand to her chin as she contemplates it. Meanwhile in the background the shop keeper goes stiff upon overhearing the conversation. Uh-oh.]

[There's no way.]

A dream, huh?

[He shoots the shop keeper a glance, before looking between the dildo and Melissa. Come to think of it, he'd been sharing a bed with her when he had that particularly spicy dream. At the time, he just thought maybe he was frustrated, and missed sharing a bed with a partner. But there's no way that's related to this, right??]

[...]

[Then again, he knows what Nippon can be like.]

...your dream didn't happen to include a maid, did it?

[Stumbling a half-step back, Melissa's face grows concerned.]

H-how could you possibly know th—

[OH NO WAS SHE TALKING IN HER SLEEP!? DID HE HEAR HER? Oh god that's so embarrassing she'll just die.]

[Oh god.]

[His cheeks redden further as he covers his face, suddenly finding it very difficult to look her in the eye.]

Because I don't think it was just a dream. I had the same one.

[His first time with a girl was being dominated as a little maid in a very fantasy-laden dream. He doesn't know what this says about him.]

[OH NO HE SAW HER DREAM PUSSY!!! Wait, does that count? Either way Melissa turns bright red.]

Oh... that um, explains the... I'm sorry, you were probably pretty frustrated.

[Meanwhile the shopkeeper in the background is sweating bullets.]

Y-You don't need to apologize for that! It was just a dream, after all. I don't think either of us had much say over what was happening. Or... when it ended.

[The worst part isn't the shared dream. It's that, because of that shared dream, he now has a very specific fantasy he wasn't sure how to fulfill. And he was already sexually frustrated!! Which is something this month hasn't made any easier.]

[But all of this sure begs a question, huh. He's not sure he wants to look over at the dildo again, so instead, he shoots a glance at the shopkeeper before looking vaguely in Melissa's direction.]

...but what about this thing? It's definitely the same one. I can't use Sora magic, so I doubt I was casting a prophecy in my sleep.

And I can't use any magic. But look at the price tag! Do you remember tha—

[She's cut off by the shopkeeper scrambling to interject. Apologizing profusely for the illegal dream-ad. The owner of the shop insisted even if the worker was uncomfortable with it. He insists that if they don't speak about it to others he'll give them a hefty discount for the item.

After all... they seem interested despite being bashful.]

[Illegal dream-ad... of course something like that exists. How many people had weird kinky dreams that night?? Awful.]

[But now that just leaves the dildo. And while Aether can't deny that he's interested, at the same time, he's not really sure he'd enjoy a monster like this by himself. So... he glances at Melissa again. The idea of them using it together isn't even one he considers -- just because it happened in a dream doesn't mean she's actually interested in him, right?]

Uhm... did you want it?

Ah, well... I did promise you, didn't I?

[She feels a little guilty to have it one-sided like that. Especially since that dream has been on her mind for a while.

"I'll provide you with one still in the box. It will be ready by the counter."

Melissa can feel her face growing exponentially hot. Will they have to purchase lube, too?]

W-Wait, hold on-- just because you promised in a dream doesn't mean you have to do it!

[That's not what he meant when he asked?? He's not... opposed, but...]

What I mean is-- do you actually want to? I... don't want you to do anything like that just because you feel like you should.

Hah... do you think I'd actually offer if I didn't? Ah, well — I guess it's true we don't know each other very well. If you think it'd be weird we can probably turn in this store for a bounty?

[Well that certainly has the shopkeeper throwing in a bunch of free sample packs. Travel sized bottle of lube, one silly glowing condom, and a small 4 pack of some tablet. It'd be impossible to read from this distance.]

[O h. She actually wants this too? Well, then why not? Though the realization has his cheeks burning even brighter.]

It might be a little weird, but-- there's nothing wrong with that?

[What better way to get to know someone than bending over and letting them rail you with a monster dildo?]

[But his mind is also wandering in a specific direction. The dildo wasn't the only part of that fantasy, after all.]

Uhm... should we, maybe... recreate what was happening in the dream?

[How does one casually suggest crossdressing and femdom?]

Oh, that's right! You did admit to having a crossdressing kink when we first met. Yeah, I don't mind. You already own an outfit like that, don't you?

[WHOOPS. Is this a late admission to peeking at his wardrobe?!]

[...]

[Of course she went through his clothes. Hopefully she didn't assume they were all his -- some had previously been Lumine's, and he certainly didn't wear any of those ones!! It's crossing a line.]

Gee, say it louder, I don't think the shopkeeper heard you.

["I did, actually." NOT HELPFUL, SIR?? Aether shoots him a look and-- oh hey! More freebies with their purchase!]

So, what about you? Do you want to dress up, too?

[This is a SEX SHOP who cares? Now if they were in a diner talking about ball busting maybe that would be different.]

I actually don't care one way or another. Do you have a preference? Want me to look like a prince?

[...Honestly, thinking about his preferences she's a little surprised him eating out was a thing. She'd really peg him (hah) to uninterested. Maybe it was only a means to an end?]

[He's allowed to be bashful about his kinky tendencies, even if they're also about to buy a massive monster dong to rail him with.]

No, I guess I don't but-- why a prince?

[...is she making assumptions?]

[HELL YEAH SHE'S MAKING ASSUMPTIONS]

Because princes boss around maids and have dicks? My other suggestion was to dress up like a monster to match the dildo. Beauty and the Beast style.

Why does it sound like you're saying that from experience...

[It's too oddly specific!!]

Considering how many monsters I've fought in the past, I'd really rather not make an association there? The way you usually look is really pretty, so-- you don't have to do anything different!

[Experience... Honestly it's getting harder and harder to remember her life as Han Da Young. She may have had boyfriends? Ones she may have had sex with? But she's not sure. She keeps remembering things more that made her angry about her previous life rather than what made her happy. And, in some ways, she's been much happier as Melissa.]

Well... a lot of my looks aren't too far off from prince, but... I'll just do what you like best.

Really? I'd say you look more Princess to me.

[But with that out of the way, all that was left was to pay -- which he'll do without question, already moving to the register with his wallet.]

So... back to my place after this? Paimon's staying with a friend for the rest of the month, so we won't have to worry about bothering her.

[Can't let his little fairy friend see him in heat, okay.]

[She's a little surprised to hear "princess". If only because she tends to favor outfits with pants despite indulging in the occasional dress. She won't argue further, and when they make it to the counter she's too dumbfounded to insist on paying herself.

But it's logical to let him do it. He's been here much longer than she has.]

Yeah, we could use your bed this time.

[Not gonna make the same mistake again, no thank you.]

[Paimon appreciates that they aren't gonna fuck in her bed, yes.]

[But with their purchase made, all that remained was heading back to Aether's teapot -- which he was graciously allowed to keep in a nearby tea shop, so no need to worry about it getting stolen away while they're inside it. And unlike the last time Melissa found herself in here, this time they're taken directly inside the house, in the hallway just outside his bedroom.]

So... I guess you've already seen inside here before, huh?

[SNOOP... but the room itself is a bit bare, outside of a luxuriously soft futon laid out on the tatami floor, and a few potted plants here and there.]

[But more importantly, there was a certain scent in the room that wasn't noticeable on Aether back in the shop. He's been in heat on and off for a little while now -- and even when he isn't actively giving them off, the pheromones he gave off previously have lingered in his bed and clothing.]

[She's not only a snoop. He admitted himself he enjoyed crossdressing the first day they met. So a snoop, and a good listener!

Melissa steps in close behind him. A hand at his waist as she leans to press a kiss to the exposed portion of his neck. Something is making her feel... bolder. Not that she isn't already bold, but this is more in relation to her affections.]

Not with you in it. A room is just a room without people.

That's true... it feels a lot more exciting with you in here, too.

[The feeling of her body so close to his own sends a brief shiver down his spine, strengthened by the way she presses her lips against his skin. Resting one hand over the one at his hip, he tilts his head to the side, as if offering her more room.]

[But they had plenty of time for that. They can't forget a certain important aspect of all this, after all!]

So, should I-- get dressed? It shouldn't take me too long.

[And maybe in the meantime, she can go through their goody bag -- they got a lot of little extras in there.]

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