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[toremainbehind]

From: Izumo Kusanagi
Date: June 11

Thanatos is gone.

For any of you who was working at the diner, you're free to come work at my bar if you still want a job.

Feel free to contact me if you need anything. [Or want to know where he is.]

Comments

[toremainbehind]

So this is all relatively new.

[And unknown information. It certainly doesn't make things suspicious at all.]

It only seems to raise more questions in that case. All I can speculate is that whatever or whoever is doing this seems to be trying to just throw a whole group together to see what'll happen as a result. From what it sounds like, the way you've done it before seemed to have been a safer option by allowing you to simply naming your shinki than having them assigned.

[dominatriarch]

It is. The first new arrivals appeared several months ago in February and ever since then, there have been a steady influx of newcomers.

[ Bluh. What even is going on here. Nearly half a year and barely any answers. ]

Of course, our naming our own shinki meant that lesser gods could go without one for an extended period of time. In a way, the system heaven has in place now at least assures a god will always have a shinki... but if I may say, it feels somewhat impersonal.

Tell me. How did you feel toward Thanatos?

[toremainbehind]

Since February? It's been a long time, then.

I suppose it can make that impression, especially since if you were previously given the choice to willingly name your own shinki without it being assigned to you, it feels as if that choice has been taken away.

[Why did you have to ask that.]

We weren't close, but I did respect him. [They were partners briefly, and Izumo got to get to know him.] Why do you ask?

[dominatriarch]

Nearly half a year, yes.

But I did ask to demonstrate a point. What was lost with these assignments were the bonds that were formed when we named our shinki. Other gods felt more responsibility toward them. I'm sorry if it seemed to be an unnecessary question but I'm glad to hear you came to respect him nontheless.

[toremainbehind]

It just seemed to be a random question is all.

So do you think these new gods lack the proper ability to bond with their shinki if they were assigned to them?

[dominatriarch]

I apologize if it was something you'd rather not talk about given the circumstances.

But yes, it can seem likely. Not all of them, I'm sure but some of them, certainly. I can only hope this doesn't lead to any difficulties down the line that can put all of us in danger.

[toremainbehind]

Unfortunately, it seems there's nothing any of us can do aside from waiting to see what will happen.

[dominatriarch]

That does seem to be the case. But rest assured we will do what we can.

That being said, I do have another question: how's your bar doing?

[toremainbehind]

If you ever need any assistance, I'm willing to lend a hand.

It's doing quite well. A bit slow on business, but that's to be expected.

[dominatriarch]

I'm certain business will pick up in time... but if you need any assistance in that field, I'm sure Ebisu can be persuaded.

[ Idea though. ]

But there is something I'd like to ask of you, if that's alright.

[toremainbehind]

Any assistance will be greatly appreciated.

What is it?

private text;

[dominatriarch]

[ Because what is security on the internet. ]

Seeing as you run a bar, I can only imagine you get all sorts of clientele even if business isn't exactly booming.
There's someone I'm looking for. A god, in particular.
I'm sure you saw what happened to a shinki named Sousuke?

Re: private text;

[toremainbehind]

It's been a while since I've properly kept up with what's been happening. If you don't mind indulging me as to what's happened to this Sousuke?

private text;

[dominatriarch]

He was forcefully named by another god. To make a long story short, he was given a name against his will and this god who named him threatened the god Sosuke served.

Needless to say neither took this lying down.

This has never happened. Naming another god's shinki is taboo. The fact this god, this Loki, has done so without remorse tells me he will do it again given the chance.

For justice's sake, I have to find him. What I ask of you is to be aware of the situation. If you ever see a god with long orange hair and blue eyes, please let me know immediately.

private text;

[toremainbehind]

He forced a shinki to become a nora?

[How the fuck do you do that without permission?

But a god with long orange hair and blue eyes? It certainly rings a bell and Izumo briefly wonders if it's the same person he's met before.]

Will do. If it helps you finding him faster, I'll do what I can to help.

[And if alerting her is the best way, he'll do it.]

private text;

[dominatriarch]

It can be done. It's as simple as performing the naming spell on any shinki. This is also why I've encouraged every shinki to know how to defend themselves.

[ He's already been described as a runner... and the fact that he's covering up his tracks. It only means she needs more eyes and ears to cover ground she can't. ]

But either way: thank you. I'd appreciate any leads we can get.

private text;

[toremainbehind]

Sound advice.

Is there anything else I should know about this 'Loki'?

private text;

[dominatriarch]

Unfortunately, this is all the information I can give you. He's been smart to cover up his tracks.

This is also why I've asked for your assistance.

private text;

[toremainbehind]

Then I will provide whatever information I can to you.

private text;

[dominatriarch]

Thank you again. In turn, I'll see what I can do about acquiring Ebisu's assistance regarding your business.

private text;

[toremainbehind]

Thank you for that. I'll wait to hear the news then.