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[Klein will wait until everyone's at least back at the dorms before he will try to nudge them to the living area]

So. A number of revelations and also... important information has come up. We may be essentially strangers still, for the most part, but it does appear we will be together for a while yet.

First, we have confirmation that the omamori--the charms we each have--are protection of a sort. Let's try to keep those safely on us until further notice so we aren't compromised and try to attack each other.

Second, there are more active spirits than there have been for the past two weeks. This was likely a result of whatever catalyst the Anzen group was made to take part in. It's not confirmed that one event caused the other, but the connection is difficult to argue against and I'll be honest, I do not work well with ignoring Coincidences. Please make note of any future occurrences that happen that may appear connected in some way. If there's a strong enough pattern, we may be able to anticipate things.

And finally, most importantly, please guard your names. As Ji explained to everyone at large: if someone knows your name and uses it, they can issue commands you are forced to obey. There is no resistance possible. You can only obey. If I need to spell out how dire that is, I can and will. As I have some personal experiences with that, and frankly, would rather kill myself than go through it again.

[continuing on quickly because fucking curse fucking curse got to him at that last bit:]

So! [CLAPS HANDS TOGETHER] One thing we must consider is whether or not we need failsafes in the event someone's name gets outed by our curse and are forced to do something quite unsavory. The nekomata are innocuous enough. But there are far worse spirits wandering the halls and grounds now.

Thoughts? Opinions? Also if anyone else has any other information, we should compile as much as we can now, or at the very least, make sure we are all on the same page.

Edited 2025-08-06 01:58 (UTC)

[listening to all of that and then thoughtful, for a moment]

What failsafes are you considering?

It's possible that events like what we've already experienced may occur.

And while I do believe all groups represented here would rather no be pitted against each other, we may have no say in the matter. With that in mind, and also what I know of what Yakuyoke's journal's said of their curse... the concern is one of our own being used against us--whether by the spirits who find out the name or another group.

The one way to counter this is to ensure that we are able to counter-command. We may even be able to issue a binding command to not obey certain types of commands...

But I do recognize that requires a certain degree of trust and, honestly, even I am struggling to justify that to myself.

[after a moment, she shakes her head.]

I can't give any of you my name. I don't intend to provide to anyone else, either. But if I'm ever acting in a manner that seems unlike me or you have reason to think I'm being influenced against my will, you have my permission to knock me out.

... alright. But we don't know yet if that will break the compulsion for when you awaken.

If I become aware of a situation where this might become a more pressing issue, I will inform you.

Fair enough.

I've already stated my preference for myself should it be the worst.

Edited 2025-08-06 02:21 (UTC)

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I'd prefer to knock you out first, as well, but we can consider that option if it appears unavoidable.

Of course.

[ He will stand in the chastised corner, wincing just a little when his own stupidity is brought back up, but yeah... yeah........

His expression does shift when he hears what Mr. Smith says about his own experiences dealing with something similar though. He didn't realize when he said it in the cafeteria. ]

I don't have much more to offer, though...

[ He already inadvertently found out some pretty big information for them. ]

I don't think you have to worry, Miss Star. I think it is my name that he's asking for right now.

[ Which is understandable, since he's the only one who has a name known only to another team. ]

As far as I know, Rin doesn't hold the same powers that the beings here hold. Surely she wouldn't be able to use my name like that herself...?

[ They didn't exactly test this. ]

My greater concern is if she has cause to give my name up to another one of the entities here.

That's alright. Even the little things matter.

For example, I do know Anzen, Shiawase, and believe I have a clue as to Yakuyoke's curses, but I haven't been made aware of some of the others'.

There is one way to confirm that... but I'd rather not put you through that.

I'm aware of Shiawase's from what White Rose told me, but not the others, so I'm not sure I'll be much help there.

[ Since he already knows what that curse is. ]

Would you be opposed to looking into the rest, then?

[ His expression tightens for a moment. ]

It's not exactly a pleasant experience.

[ Though the initial terror that came with it was the worst of it, and after it felt surreal and more exasperating than anything. ]

I'll consider what you've said, though at the moment I'm sure you understand why I'm reluctant to share my name more than I already have.

If it does come to that, though - you can rely on me for the more permanent option as well. I trust you'd do the same if necessary.

[ He's quiet for a second, considering this question carefully. ]

Do the other groups know about ours already? My fear is that by asking, we open ourselves up to having them ask in turn.

I completely understand.

Perhaps, but isn't it good to have a plan for each of us? Yours isn't the only compulsion we've been subject to, at least. It's good to know what everyone's preference is should something else unexpected occur.

The most I've said to others is that sometimes I'm made to say things I would rather not.

Only one person's really attributed it to secrets and that's likely because he's a Grim Reaper who has many secrets he'd also hate to speak aloud.

Don't force yourself, if it comes to it.

I may be difficult to deal with.

[a beat and then a bit a smile.]

Though I am already that.

[slightly amused]

Well. Luckily, so am I.

I don't doubt it.

As for the rest of it... anything you have to share?

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