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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[oneandoni]

Oiiii. [god dammit, he half-leans down out of habit which really - his arguments just got totally screwed, didn't they]

I mean, uncomfortable isn't really the word - it happens back home, too, so it's not like I'm not used to it. But I usually head off by myself until it passes. [for a couple of legit reasons but also, his hormones were turned off until he got here.

He rubs his chin thoughtfully, lips pursed] The immortal thing might be the biggest difference.

[spritefully]

Pfffheeheehee!

[ah, oh no. that really gets to them, and they're quick to cover their mouth with a hand. after that moment though, they shake their head.]

I see, I see. I still think you're just afraid to try something you might enjoy, and thereby not want to stop, but I'll leave it be for now.

[another shrug, at that bit] Maybe so! We don't have youkai in our faerielands, so I don't know anything about them really.

[oneandoni]

[this is the face of an oni who is incredibly used to getting laughed at. Sigh]

Thanks, I think? It really isn't being afraid . . . [he isn't afraid of ANYTHING except ghosts]

There's plenty of 'em here, so you'll learn about them pretty quick. Though they're pretty different from my world, even if we share some.

[spritefully]

[sorry, itto. it won't help, but it's more delight at being right for them.]

Of course, of course. [mortals are so dishonest, ok]

Are they? What are they like where you're from--oh.

[there's a pause then, as Loni remembers that oh yeah, they're in the middle of a sex toy shop.]

I'll take... hm. This, and this, and... this one, I think.

[just them picking out cute little weird dildos to probably display at home...]

We should talk more outside. If you don't mind, that is. At least they'll stop trying to get you to try one.

[oneandoni]

[he opens his mouth to answer about youkai, but then he catches himself staring at the - are those really . . . ? Even the ones that look like that? Oh, he's getting an education he didn't want but is kind of interested in shut up it's the heat]

– yeah, uh, I'll meet you out there!

[a chance to escape to the safety of outside!!!]

[spritefully]

[they sure are, dare he ask about it? maybe later, of course. especially if the heat's that bad, clearly he can excuse wondering, right?]

Of course. I won't be long, no doubt.

[they just have to pay and wait for the items to be wrapped up and placed in a soft bag, and then slip outside to find him again.

and when they do, he's absolutely going to be dealing with them swooping right in close to him.]

I'm surprised you even came here if you weren't interested in the products, darling.

[oneandoni]

[on the one hand, at least he didn't just run off.

(Arataki Itto doesn't run off!!)

On the other, he physically startles and yelps, taking a giant step away from Loni when they pop up right next to him. He might've been distracted a little]

—not so close!! [he's so obvious, sigh]

I'm just curious, 'sall, besides, this place just opened, right?

[spritefully]

[He's entirely too much fun for them. So easy to toy with, the way he jumps and skitters like Loni is some kind of monster.]

Why not? [It's just space, Itto!!]

Mm, that's true. But did you come here not knowing what it was for...? [They can believe it, honestly. It's kind of cute, somehow?] Hehe, I wouldn't mind if you wanted to learn. [Loni, no.]

[oneandoni]

[it's his personal space, Loni!!]

Uh - because! Just . . . because.

[wow, he's cute but not because of that, okay] Kind of . . . I mean, I just heard a new place opened up, I didn't think it'd be like the other place.

[..... wait] - heh? Learn what?

[spritefully]

Just because... hm. I'll think about it.

[rude little shit.]

Like the other place? [itto, what kind of places are you going???]

How they work. The toys, that is. As you said, you may not need them... but they are fun. And if you're not afraid you might enjoy it, is there any reason not to try~?

[oneandoni]

[why is this his life]

Yeah, there's another shop like this. I haven't been to that one, just - y'know, past it.

[. . .

He sputters a little, he should have realized]

W-Well no, there's no reason, I guess. Er, but I don't really know anyone who'd want to so it kind of doesn't matter.

[spritefully]

[Because he's an idiot]

Hm.. I see. I'll have to find that one sometime.

[A time that isn't now, because honestly why would they stop tormenting someone fun without being told directly to do so??]

Well, you know me now, don't you~?♪ I'm sure you know more people than you think who would be amenable if you asked, heehee. If you don't ask, after all, you can't expect anything, can you?

[oneandoni]

[he has done nothing to deserve any of this.

(writer's note: he has done everything to deserve all of this)]

Just 'cuz I may or may not know people who'd be up for it doesn't mean I'd ask - ! [there's Aether, but well, he's also done enough with the traveler that at this point he doesn't count in the number of people he could potentially, hypothetically ask.

He really is in over his head with this person, though, geez]

Though, uh, yeah, I guess I know you now?

[the point




Itto's head]

[spritefully]

[goodness, he's just so easy to torment.]

Well, why not? Surely you're not worried they'll refuse? If they do, it's not like it's hard to play around on your own~

[Oh, Itto. Loni hums thoughtfully, tilting their head up at him.]

So, I am happy to do you a favour. You can ask me anytime. Isn't that terribly fair of me?

[Ah. there's the fae whimsy rising in them.]

[oneandoni]

O-On my own . . .

[would he even know what to do if he was on his own, like, he's mastered jerking off and all and it isn't like he doubts he couldn't master this too but this is, er, way more advanced then what he's been doing!!

He knows, knows Loni's teasing him - mostly - but even so they know exactly what to say to get him sputtering. Not that it's hard, but Loni makes it look even easier than it usually is]

I, er - I guess that's f-fair of you and thanks for the . . . offer . . . ?

[ok what is he even supposed to say here]

[spritefully]

Mm. On your own.

[There's a wiggle of fingers, hands clutching their new bounty close by.]

Cordiality is a specialty of mine. You may repay me by taking me up on the offer sometime. [They really just outright said he's now accepted the offer, didn't they? Oh boy.] Though, I can't seem to figure out if you're the type to take control of the situation or squirm when it spirals out of your reach... either way seems intriguing.

Still, I suppose I'll let you escape for now, if that's what you really want. Heehee.

[oneandoni]

[Loni what are you implying here! He can answer that statement, no problem, even if it's 100% obvious]

W-What do you mean, I'm the kind of guy who takes charge!!

[he says it with only the smallest of sputters, he's getting there. An opening to escape, though . . . wait no it's not an escape, he won't escape, he's just gonna leave in a not-escaping fashion]

It ain't escaping, I just, uh, need to get out of here. It's getting kind of busy - [not technically a lie] - and I got stuff to do. [not technically the truth] But I'll - you know, think about your offer and all.

[spritefully]

[They're just winning, it's fine. Inevitable.]

Oh, I suppose so... that is why I suggested we leave, hehe. [And why they were very good and even made their purchases without complaint!] But I look forward to your no doubt favourable decision in future.

Until then, I suppose I've things to try.♪