I've been a huge fan of Persona Games lately and what better way to express my feelings than to write something about it! And the characters are all mine. Except for Marie, the original character the Persona Series
Persona Q by Atlus
Fate leads the willing,
and drags along the reluctant
- Lucius Annaeus Seneca
0: The Culture Festival
Location: Velvet Room (Library)
Baphomet:
Hello and Welcome to the Velvet Room…
This place exist between dream and reality, mind and matter…
It is very surprising that you visited while the Master is away…
Hm?
Haven’t we exchange greetings like this before…?
……
Now I remember… It happened right before the day of the Culture Festival…
There was a strange incident, where you met a certain someone…
At least, that is what I remember. But…
Tell me. Do you remember anything about it?
> Baphomet’s words bring back the memories of a certain person…
Memory of a Voice:
Don’t worry. Well cross paths again someday.
> …?
> Could it be that this person is the one Baphomet is talking about…?
> In that case, his name is…
>…..
Baphomet:
Is that so…
I do remember some of the details, however…
I’m sorry but would you like me to tell you the story?
Zan:
*writing*
“Sure, I don’t mind”
Baphomet:
Very well then.
It all began on the day right before the School’s Culture Festival…
> October 24, 2015.
At Zenbosakura High’s VGOST Clubroom…
> Your companions are taking a break from preparing for the upcoming School’s Culture Festival…
Yamato:
Man, setting up for the Culture Festival is a real pain to do.
>Yamato Shigarashi (Wolf) …Zan’s Classmate. A videogame expert and technology enthusiast
Naoya:
At least you guys have to focus on our class. My work on the Student Council never ends…
>Naoya Hasegawa (Rabbit) …Zan’s Classmate. The easy-going Vice President of the Student Council
Kyo:
But look on the bright side. We’re going to have lots of fun when the festival comes!
>Yukihiro ‘Kyo’ Kazuma (Shiba Inu) …Zan’s classmate. An airheaded artisan with a cheering disposition.
Rio:
Hey, has anyone seen Zan-kun around?
>Rio Narusawa (Human Female) …Zan’s classmate. She enjoys sword practice and collecting cat accessories
Takeshi:
He left a few minutes ago. He wrote that he’s going to get a new Persona
>Takeshi Kumagari (Brown Bear) …A 1st year student. He easily gets annoyed by the tiniest acts of annoyance
Yuuijiro:
You mean that Persona summoning place only he can go in, is that right?
>Yuuijiro Nakamura (Tiger) …A 1st year student. A very timid guy with the skill of a Master Martial Artist
Rurou:
I think he calls it the “Velvet Room” or something like that.
>Rurou Moriyama… 1st year student. The group’s big brother and workaholic
Muruko:
Man, he’s really lucky. Having the ability to have more than one Persona must be really cool.
>Muruko Samegawa (Shark) …Zan’s classmate. The faster swimmer of the Swimming Club.
Shiro:
I’m more curious of this Velvet Room he keeps on visiting
>Shiro Kurokawa (Husky) …Zan’s classmate. A child prodigy and co-captain of the Archery Club.
Frank:
*eating a donut*
I wonder what’s he going to summon next? *munch* *munch* *munch*
>Frank Amatsu (Human Male)…Zan’s Classmate. A guy with a big heart and a big appetite
Rio:
Frank, how many donuts did you eat?
Frank:
*finishes eating*
Let’s see… One, Two, Three… I kinda lost count. Ehehehe…
Yamato:
What is your stomach anyway? A dark abyss?
>After that, Frank opens a bag of chips and starts eating…
Frank:
*munch* *munch* *munch*
So? When’s he coming back? *munch*
Takeshi:
He should be done right now. And will you please stop eating Frank-senpai…
Frank:
*munch* What was that, Takeshi? *munch*
Takeshi:
Never mind…
Yamato:
Speaking of the festival, I hard there’s going to be a huge event on the last day.
Naoya:
Oh, you mean the Fireworks Show. Well, the president was the one who declared this and she was really happy about us accepting it.
Yuuijiro:
A fireworks show sound really cool. Right Rurou?
Rurou:
Yeah. Now I’m suddenly excited for the last day already.
Naoya:
Really? I wonder why? Hehehe…
Yuuijiro:
Wh-why are you grinning at us Naoya-senpai?
Rurou:
Stop it will you…
Shiro:
///…..///
Muruko:
///…..///
*bong* *bong* *bong* *bong*
Kyo:
Huh? What was that?
Takeshi:
A bell?
>Soon after, the bell stops ringing…
Rio:
It’s gone
Yuuijiro:
It sounded different from our own school bell…
AH!
Shiro:
What’s wrong!?
Yuuijiro:
I-I saw a spider ran across my feet…!
Huh? It’s gone.
Shiro:
A spider…?
Yuuijiro:
I must have imagined it. I’m sorry…
>Suddenly, the school started to shake…
Frank:
An earthquake!?
Naoya:
Woah!
Shiro:
Everyone, be careful!
>As the building continues to shake, the floor started to crack and eventually, forming a gaping hole and letting all the members of the VGOST Club fall in.
All:
Ahhhhh!!!!!
>Meanwhile, In the Velvet Room (Library)
>Igor, the master of the room is nowhere to be seen. Baphomet is there sitting alone…
Baphomet:
Hello and Welcome to` the Velvet Room…
This place exist between dream and reality, mind and matter…
It is very surprising that you visited while the Master is away…
>Baphomet (Goat) …A resident of the Velvet Room. He helps out with Persona Fusion
Zan:
*writing*
“Where’s Igor?”
Baphomet:
The Master went on an important business trip and will be back sooner or later.
If you require fusion, then I will be happy to assist you with it.
Now then, let us perform the ritual of fusion without delay…
>Suddenly, out comes a woman with a pen and paper in her hands from the rows of bookshelves…
Woman in White:
Hey. Why are all these books blank? This place is a library isn’t it?
Baphomet:
Ah, Marie… I thought you were busy with your poems and wanted some time alone…
Marie:
Th-These aren’t poems! And how do you know about it!? Did the Ice Lady tell you about that!?
Baphomet:
How many times do I have to tell you that you should respect Margaret.
Marie:
Why do I even care… She’s not my keeper…
Baphomet:
…..
Zan:
*writing*
“Who is she?”
Baphomet:
Ah, forgive me for my ignorance.
This is Marie. I was told by a dear friend of mine to take care of her while she is busy with an important matter at hand.
And Marie, this is my guest, Zan Garunite.
Zan:
*writing*
“Hello there”
Marie:
Hm? What’s the matter? Cat got your tongue?
Why are you using a whiteboard, anyway? Can’t you just speak?
Baphomet:
He actually cannot.
He has been born with a damaged voice box. Thus, he lives his life writing words in order to communicate.
Marie:
Huh.
A life without words… The silence crushes my heart as I am not able to speak…
Yeah, that could work.
Zan:
*writing*
“That’s an amazing poem”
Marie:
It’s not a poem. It’s the screams of my Pathos. Learn the difference will you.
Baphomet:
Oh dear…
Well then, if you can allow me to - -
>Before Baphomet could finish, he slowly looks up and notices something…
Baphomet:
Excuse me, but will you take 20 steps to the back, please.
>…?
>Without even questioning Baphomet instructions, you move 20 steps back...
>A few seconds later, everyone from the club falls in from the ceiling…
All:
AAAAHHHHH!!!
*thud*
All:
*groan* *moan*
Shiro:
Is everyone alright?
Rurou:
Owww… I think I landed on my tail…
Kyo:
I think I landed on my head…
Naoya:
Actually, we landed on Frank.
Frank:
Ahahahaha… Why is world spinning…? I can see stars everywhere…
*falls on the ground*
Yuuijiro:
Frank-senpai! Are you alright!?
Yamato:
Don’t worry, he’ll get back on his feet in no time.
And if he doesn’t, we’ll need some cake, ASAP.
>Everyone then stands up, except for Frank who has fallen unconscious…
Baphomet:
Why are the companions of my guest doing here…?
Is this perhaps fate at work…?
Shiro:
Fate?
Baphomet:
My name is Baphomet and this here is Marie.
We are residents here in this Velvet Room
Rurou:
“Velvet Room”… You mean the place Senpai goes to get new Personas?
Baphomet:
Yes, that is correct.
I provide aid to our guest by fusing Personas here.
Muruko:
So… It is real…!
Naoya:
So, what are we doing here?
Baphomet:
That is also what I want to know. None of you besides my guest have formed a contract.
Could it be that…
Shiro:
Is something the matter?
Baphomet:
Those who have access to Velvet Room have either formed a contract or chosen by fate to be here.
Takeshi:
Fate?
Baphomet:
Nothing meaningless happens here in this place.
Takeshi:
Is that so…
Frank:
That’s really deep thinking don’t you agree?
>…!
>It looks like Frank is back to normal…
Yuuijiro:
Ah, Senpai! You’re back to normal!
Yamato:
See, I told you he’ll come to. We just have to wait.
Frank:
But man, that really hurts… I even lost my chips…
Kyo:
He really is back to normal.
Frank:
Well, if you guys are busy, I’m going ahead to get something to drink.
>Frank then approaches the exit and steps out of the Velvet Room…
Baphomet:
Frank Amatsu. Your description of him is spot on, Zan.
Rio:
You know about us?
Baphomet:
My guest here has told me about all of you. Your names and even your characteristics.
Muruko:
Really? So, what did he say about me?
Baphomet:
He said that you are a fast swimmer.
Muruko:
Yup, that’s me all right!
Baphomet:
He also told me that you like to shout a lot.
Muruko:
What! I don’t - !!!
I mean. I don’t shout a lot…
Naoya:
Smooth recovery…
Muruko:
SHUT UP!
Frank:
Guys! Guys! Guys!
>Frank came back…
>…?
>Is he holding a platter of Takoyaki?
Rio:
Frank, where did you get that?
Frank:
Oh, this? *munch* I bought it outside. *munch*
Yamato:
Outside? You mean here at school?
Frank:
I think it’s better if you guys see it for yourselves. It’s amazing!
>You all decided to head outside to see what Frank discovered…
>As you and group exit the Velvet Room, you were all astonished from what you see…
TO BE CONTINUED…
Persona Q by Atlus
Fate leads the willing,
and drags along the reluctant
- Lucius Annaeus Seneca
0: The Culture Festival
Location: Velvet Room (Library)
Baphomet:
Hello and Welcome to the Velvet Room…
This place exist between dream and reality, mind and matter…
It is very surprising that you visited while the Master is away…
Hm?
Haven’t we exchange greetings like this before…?
……
Now I remember… It happened right before the day of the Culture Festival…
There was a strange incident, where you met a certain someone…
At least, that is what I remember. But…
Tell me. Do you remember anything about it?
> Baphomet’s words bring back the memories of a certain person…
Memory of a Voice:
Don’t worry. Well cross paths again someday.
> …?
> Could it be that this person is the one Baphomet is talking about…?
> In that case, his name is…
>…..
Baphomet:
Is that so…
I do remember some of the details, however…
I’m sorry but would you like me to tell you the story?
Zan:
*writing*
“Sure, I don’t mind”
Baphomet:
Very well then.
It all began on the day right before the School’s Culture Festival…
> October 24, 2015.
At Zenbosakura High’s VGOST Clubroom…
> Your companions are taking a break from preparing for the upcoming School’s Culture Festival…
Yamato:
Man, setting up for the Culture Festival is a real pain to do.
>Yamato Shigarashi (Wolf) …Zan’s Classmate. A videogame expert and technology enthusiast
Naoya:
At least you guys have to focus on our class. My work on the Student Council never ends…
>Naoya Hasegawa (Rabbit) …Zan’s Classmate. The easy-going Vice President of the Student Council
Kyo:
But look on the bright side. We’re going to have lots of fun when the festival comes!
>Yukihiro ‘Kyo’ Kazuma (Shiba Inu) …Zan’s classmate. An airheaded artisan with a cheering disposition.
Rio:
Hey, has anyone seen Zan-kun around?
>Rio Narusawa (Human Female) …Zan’s classmate. She enjoys sword practice and collecting cat accessories
Takeshi:
He left a few minutes ago. He wrote that he’s going to get a new Persona
>Takeshi Kumagari (Brown Bear) …A 1st year student. He easily gets annoyed by the tiniest acts of annoyance
Yuuijiro:
You mean that Persona summoning place only he can go in, is that right?
>Yuuijiro Nakamura (Tiger) …A 1st year student. A very timid guy with the skill of a Master Martial Artist
Rurou:
I think he calls it the “Velvet Room” or something like that.
>Rurou Moriyama… 1st year student. The group’s big brother and workaholic
Muruko:
Man, he’s really lucky. Having the ability to have more than one Persona must be really cool.
>Muruko Samegawa (Shark) …Zan’s classmate. The faster swimmer of the Swimming Club.
Shiro:
I’m more curious of this Velvet Room he keeps on visiting
>Shiro Kurokawa (Husky) …Zan’s classmate. A child prodigy and co-captain of the Archery Club.
Frank:
*eating a donut*
I wonder what’s he going to summon next? *munch* *munch* *munch*
>Frank Amatsu (Human Male)…Zan’s Classmate. A guy with a big heart and a big appetite
Rio:
Frank, how many donuts did you eat?
Frank:
*finishes eating*
Let’s see… One, Two, Three… I kinda lost count. Ehehehe…
Yamato:
What is your stomach anyway? A dark abyss?
>After that, Frank opens a bag of chips and starts eating…
Frank:
*munch* *munch* *munch*
So? When’s he coming back? *munch*
Takeshi:
He should be done right now. And will you please stop eating Frank-senpai…
Frank:
*munch* What was that, Takeshi? *munch*
Takeshi:
Never mind…
Yamato:
Speaking of the festival, I hard there’s going to be a huge event on the last day.
Naoya:
Oh, you mean the Fireworks Show. Well, the president was the one who declared this and she was really happy about us accepting it.
Yuuijiro:
A fireworks show sound really cool. Right Rurou?
Rurou:
Yeah. Now I’m suddenly excited for the last day already.
Naoya:
Really? I wonder why? Hehehe…
Yuuijiro:
Wh-why are you grinning at us Naoya-senpai?
Rurou:
Stop it will you…
Shiro:
///…..///
Muruko:
///…..///
*bong* *bong* *bong* *bong*
Kyo:
Huh? What was that?
Takeshi:
A bell?
>Soon after, the bell stops ringing…
Rio:
It’s gone
Yuuijiro:
It sounded different from our own school bell…
AH!
Shiro:
What’s wrong!?
Yuuijiro:
I-I saw a spider ran across my feet…!
Huh? It’s gone.
Shiro:
A spider…?
Yuuijiro:
I must have imagined it. I’m sorry…
>Suddenly, the school started to shake…
Frank:
An earthquake!?
Naoya:
Woah!
Shiro:
Everyone, be careful!
>As the building continues to shake, the floor started to crack and eventually, forming a gaping hole and letting all the members of the VGOST Club fall in.
All:
Ahhhhh!!!!!
>Meanwhile, In the Velvet Room (Library)
>Igor, the master of the room is nowhere to be seen. Baphomet is there sitting alone…
Baphomet:
Hello and Welcome to` the Velvet Room…
This place exist between dream and reality, mind and matter…
It is very surprising that you visited while the Master is away…
>Baphomet (Goat) …A resident of the Velvet Room. He helps out with Persona Fusion
Zan:
*writing*
“Where’s Igor?”
Baphomet:
The Master went on an important business trip and will be back sooner or later.
If you require fusion, then I will be happy to assist you with it.
Now then, let us perform the ritual of fusion without delay…
>Suddenly, out comes a woman with a pen and paper in her hands from the rows of bookshelves…
Woman in White:
Hey. Why are all these books blank? This place is a library isn’t it?
Baphomet:
Ah, Marie… I thought you were busy with your poems and wanted some time alone…
Marie:
Th-These aren’t poems! And how do you know about it!? Did the Ice Lady tell you about that!?
Baphomet:
How many times do I have to tell you that you should respect Margaret.
Marie:
Why do I even care… She’s not my keeper…
Baphomet:
…..
Zan:
*writing*
“Who is she?”
Baphomet:
Ah, forgive me for my ignorance.
This is Marie. I was told by a dear friend of mine to take care of her while she is busy with an important matter at hand.
And Marie, this is my guest, Zan Garunite.
Zan:
*writing*
“Hello there”
Marie:
Hm? What’s the matter? Cat got your tongue?
Why are you using a whiteboard, anyway? Can’t you just speak?
Baphomet:
He actually cannot.
He has been born with a damaged voice box. Thus, he lives his life writing words in order to communicate.
Marie:
Huh.
A life without words… The silence crushes my heart as I am not able to speak…
Yeah, that could work.
Zan:
*writing*
“That’s an amazing poem”
Marie:
It’s not a poem. It’s the screams of my Pathos. Learn the difference will you.
Baphomet:
Oh dear…
Well then, if you can allow me to - -
>Before Baphomet could finish, he slowly looks up and notices something…
Baphomet:
Excuse me, but will you take 20 steps to the back, please.
>…?
>Without even questioning Baphomet instructions, you move 20 steps back...
>A few seconds later, everyone from the club falls in from the ceiling…
All:
AAAAHHHHH!!!
*thud*
All:
*groan* *moan*
Shiro:
Is everyone alright?
Rurou:
Owww… I think I landed on my tail…
Kyo:
I think I landed on my head…
Naoya:
Actually, we landed on Frank.
Frank:
Ahahahaha… Why is world spinning…? I can see stars everywhere…
*falls on the ground*
Yuuijiro:
Frank-senpai! Are you alright!?
Yamato:
Don’t worry, he’ll get back on his feet in no time.
And if he doesn’t, we’ll need some cake, ASAP.
>Everyone then stands up, except for Frank who has fallen unconscious…
Baphomet:
Why are the companions of my guest doing here…?
Is this perhaps fate at work…?
Shiro:
Fate?
Baphomet:
My name is Baphomet and this here is Marie.
We are residents here in this Velvet Room
Rurou:
“Velvet Room”… You mean the place Senpai goes to get new Personas?
Baphomet:
Yes, that is correct.
I provide aid to our guest by fusing Personas here.
Muruko:
So… It is real…!
Naoya:
So, what are we doing here?
Baphomet:
That is also what I want to know. None of you besides my guest have formed a contract.
Could it be that…
Shiro:
Is something the matter?
Baphomet:
Those who have access to Velvet Room have either formed a contract or chosen by fate to be here.
Takeshi:
Fate?
Baphomet:
Nothing meaningless happens here in this place.
Takeshi:
Is that so…
Frank:
That’s really deep thinking don’t you agree?
>…!
>It looks like Frank is back to normal…
Yuuijiro:
Ah, Senpai! You’re back to normal!
Yamato:
See, I told you he’ll come to. We just have to wait.
Frank:
But man, that really hurts… I even lost my chips…
Kyo:
He really is back to normal.
Frank:
Well, if you guys are busy, I’m going ahead to get something to drink.
>Frank then approaches the exit and steps out of the Velvet Room…
Baphomet:
Frank Amatsu. Your description of him is spot on, Zan.
Rio:
You know about us?
Baphomet:
My guest here has told me about all of you. Your names and even your characteristics.
Muruko:
Really? So, what did he say about me?
Baphomet:
He said that you are a fast swimmer.
Muruko:
Yup, that’s me all right!
Baphomet:
He also told me that you like to shout a lot.
Muruko:
What! I don’t - !!!
I mean. I don’t shout a lot…
Naoya:
Smooth recovery…
Muruko:
SHUT UP!
Frank:
Guys! Guys! Guys!
>Frank came back…
>…?
>Is he holding a platter of Takoyaki?
Rio:
Frank, where did you get that?
Frank:
Oh, this? *munch* I bought it outside. *munch*
Yamato:
Outside? You mean here at school?
Frank:
I think it’s better if you guys see it for yourselves. It’s amazing!
>You all decided to head outside to see what Frank discovered…
>As you and group exit the Velvet Room, you were all astonished from what you see…
TO BE CONTINUED…
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