video ☾ un: 14th Moon

[plenilunium]

[The video opens to Jyushi in his chair with a few candles surrounding him. The lights are dimmed for extra aesthetic. If he could, he would have a much better set-up but he only got here last month so some things must be sacrificed. Yet with his make-up, very overdramatic, he thinks that makes up for the lacking background!

He sits shoulders squared, brushing his bangs past as he begins speaking with the most over the top speech.]

Hello, fellow faerie world subjects!

It is I, Aimono Jyushi, warrior of romance and chaos! The knight of revolution! I request your audience here today so I may share my gifts and in return, hopefully, have you share yours! My calling in this world, all worlds, my true purpose is music! Back in my rightful birthplace, my brethren and I had an alliance! For our voices and hearts to be heard! Visual kei...! My life's genuine reason for living!

Here, the music within my soul will not be silent! My heart urges for my song to be heard! For those who have the same calling, it would make me happy if we came together! While I was the vocalist of my band, I am able to play the guitar as well. And though my life is visual kei, my soul is swayed by all musical types.

I would like it very much if all of us could come together, to let ourselves be free and true, while we sing out to the people and break through the muddle of everyday life! Please, answer to me if this piques your interest!

Merci.

[Translation: He likes music, visual kei, and wants to keep playing music here but he does not have to play just visual kei. He likes all types of music. Also he's a singer but he can also play guitar so he does not have to be JUST the vocalist! He's adaptable...kind of.

The video closes but then it opens back up:]

Also, I am looking for employment! Of all types! There is not a job that is too beneath me...! Adieu!

[He'll literally work anything. Anything at all. He may be...this but he'll wash some dishes if it's going to fund his music!!]

Comments

text; un: pinkparfait

[happyberry]

yay another visual kei fan!! let me know if you need to commission costumes sometime!! good luck!! ♪~♪ ヽ໒(⌒o⌒)७ﾉ ♪~♪

[plenilunium]

[She answered in text so he will too because it feels rude to not do so :(]

Oh, you're a fan as well? Splendid! Not only a person of impeccable taste but such creative talent as well! My wardrobe has been very depressing since my arrival.

[But even in text, he's going to keep up this persona.]

[happyberry]

[ What persona?! Miwako's along for the ride, none the wiser, easily under his spell. ]

what kind of outfits do you like?? do you have pictures?

[plenilunium]

Something Roccoco-esque! Baroque! Like such! Or as so! As a warrior of romance, this style is of the utmost importance!

[This is his daily wear so he's clearly Inspired...but also a poor teenager who can't afford any costumes and DIYing as he goes along. Renting space to practice and the gear is so expensive, he's got enough part-time jobs just to pay for that. Costumes come last but he'd be so happy with a nice costume.]

[happyberry]

oooh~! like malice mizer! or versailles! very cool! ☆
someone already commissioned a justaucorp from me in the future
i'd be happy to make you one too or a frock or whatever you need!!
i love historical fashion~ my friend isabella wears a lot of edwardian clothes
rococo menswear is just lovely though ♥
what happened, men?!?!?! o(-`д´- ｡)

( video )

[glossophobia]

[ Wow... he's really dedicated to this role isn't he? ]

I'm not sure how you do your performances, but when you feel like you're ready, you could probably play music at the Phoneix Roost and earn money that way? If you asked Rei to use the place I doubt he'd say no.

[plenilunium]

A marvelous idea!

[By now, Rosho has seen him out of his persona but right now, he's keeping with it because he's doing so with everybody. Consistency is key!]

But I would need to barter! An exchange, if you will, and I am lacking!

[He needs to pay for his time and space, right? And he's poor.]

[glossophobia]

[ Hello again to you, chuuni boy. At least Rosho's getting used to it. ]

You do have a point. Rei hates doing things for free.

[ That money hungry old man... ]

Ah, Phoenix Roost has a cafe too. You can ask about being hired there? Having somewhere to perform and work at being the same place sounds like it could be pretty convenient.

[plenilunium]

Hm, another good idea. Yes, I could seek employment at the Phoenix Roost! To be welcomed beneath its wing, ah...my new holy grail!

[It's a cafe job, Jyushi.]

I will send message right away! Thank you for aiding me in my search, in so many different ways. Your generosity clearly knows no bounds!

Video; un: Caster

[colchismagecraft]

Ergh...the way you've phrased this makes it sound as if you want to get everyone in Avalon together to go sing something akin to sea shanties with you.

[She is nowhere near drunk enough for that.

...Also that's not really what he said, and it struck Caster that she probably shouldn't just jump to conclusions about the sort of music he's talking about. After all, dramatic though his style was, it appealed to her. Maybe he'd even be the sort to not be creeped out by a shadowy, cloaked figure on the call.]

...Visual Kei isn't something I'm familiar with. What is it?

[plenilunium]

A sea shanty? [A small laugh, hand to his forehead. He shakes his head.] No, but the music of the working folk is respectable in its own right, with a rich history. [...Sure.]

Visual kei is an art, a passion, a way of life that paints a true portrait of my soul!

[That does not answer her question at all.]

[colchismagecraft]

It's the first thing that came to mind. Hmph.

[Which probably said a lot for how old she was, with how sea shanties were the most obvious 'getting everyone together to sing' idea she could think of.]

...And that doesn't explain anything.

[plenilunium]

There is nothing wrong with a sea shanty! All music holds its own beauty. [He likes all types of music so he isn't too mad at the idea.]

But ah, didn't I? Visual kei is a lifestyle! It's about artistic freedom! To let your soul come out! How does one put words to it when there are no limits?

Video | un: cattletamer96

[milkmycattle]

YOU ALSO SING VK?!!!!

[Of Course, Crow is much too happy to meet another Visual Kei artist to contain his excitement. So his face is far too close to his camera screen for comfort and his voice is loud as per usual!

After a moment, he backs up, but his tails swish back and forth in the background.]

Me too! You're totally speaking my language! I too have descended upon this stagnant world on a crimson lotus to ship the cattle out to Eden! I'd like to hear you perform, but I'm sure you won't hold a flame to me!

[Crow's also pretty conceited, but he can back up his bravado with his talent at least.]

[plenilunium]

[This reply makes him so happy. Like he wasn't sure if he'd find other fans but to find not only one but two, and one that sings as well?! This is one of his happiest moments here so far!

With an over the top laugh, he puts his arms out, as if welcoming him.] Our souls have crossed the realms to be here together on this journey! I will perform and intoxicate you, a fantastical vision you'll lose yourself in!

[Similarly, Jyushi's entire act is very pompous and narcissistic but he's got talent as well! He's so pumped to meet Crow and play for him, to hear Crow's music as well, and just hang around more vkei fans!]

[milkmycattle]

[Seems like he can get along with this guy! Anyone who's passionate about music is okay in Crow's book. He chuckles at the welcoming gesture Jyushi makes towards him, feeling equally overjoyed to find someone else with similar interests. Vkei fans are certainly a rare breed these days. He playfully fist bumps his phone screen! Cheers, my man!]

Looking forward to it! I can't wait to hear your music! By the way, my name's Crow. I'm the vocalist and guitarist of my band, ShinganCrimsonZ! My bandmates aren't here, but I can definitely give you a run for your money on my own!

[ He bears a toothy grin that's both teasing and full of challenge too.]

[plenilunium]

Ah, it would seem like our souls are in tune, Crow! We are both vocalists and our hands know the intricate strings of the guitar! [That's one way to put that alright.] Marvelous. Perhaps it was destined that we meet?

[And maybe that's going overboard but vkei is all about the drama of it all anyway.

But he's really excited to get to know somebody that likes what he likes and has a band and everything!]

My band ArgoξOrchestra is not here but certainly I could sing something for you. Do you have your guitar?

video un: konpeito_oni

[konpeito_aji]

You should do a demonstration, and start off busking.

[plenilunium]

[The only reason Jyushi doesn't break character around Oda is because he's not gonna break it for the entire time he's doing this post! Consistency is so important after all.]

Ah, not a bad idea. After all, many an entertainer has followed a similar path. It would allow me a chance to ensnare my audience, to introduce themselves to my plight!

[One wouldn't think he's talking about just playing music.]

[konpeito_aji]

Yeah, yeah! Ensnare them! [So Ranmaru. Which would probably really unnerve -- even the original Ranmaru, tbh, so you're in good company!]

Show them all that [There's a loud sound effect in the background!] And [And again.]

Kimon, knock it off! I'm trying to talk about [Third time!] here!

[plenilunium]

[It's really a good thing he doesn't know Nobunaga keeps comparing him to Ranmaru because he would be very confused what that means.

As he is confused now. ]

Ah, is there trouble at your door?

video; un: tachibana_i

[currysseur]

( this post! the drama! the set up! it's so theatrical that Izumi is practically transported to the stage just watching him. )

... Are you interested in theatre? ( oh boy... )

[plenilunium]

[He never has before but something about hearing the word theatre just makes him so excited.]

Do you mean the stage?! I have only ever played on the stage of life! But I cannot deny that you have intrigued me...

[currysseur]

( because theatre is amazing!!! )

You have a... ( quick, what's the word for you're a fucking nutjob ) certain flair that would stand out on stage. I think you should try auditioning for some of the companies around here.

( and maybe hers, one day. when it exists. )

[plenilunium]

Flair!

[He likes it!]

I see what you mean! I am suited for something such as this. The theater is similar to the musical stage, isn't it? You bear your soul to the people...! And oh! I could do musicals! The opera!

[She has expanded his world here.]