†                                                         "  Ember..… "                                                                                       †                                                                              

     

 

        A pen pulled from light appeared in your hands. You took a curious look down at the enveloping sheets of iridescence; clamped in your hand. Slowly a thin sheet of equal eye-popping light blazed your sight.

"I [insert character's name] chooseth this fate of my own," the pen moved without your consent 

"What the----,"

"You're thoughts will answer for you; the light will only extract what it seeks to know all about you [insert character name]," now this was just unfair. You couldn't even will yourself to write what you wanted to say only what was true and honest. Where was your free will? You don't have that. 

"You called upon us; you called for salvation? Do you remember why?" of course you did; swiftly you hand moved down to a large box

"I was [explain your background. Now remember there's no way you could've been happy and frolicking through flower fields. Demons as a reminder devour souls, and dark angels lust to cause destruction---but never to kill. Angels those who have fallen share no interest in chaos; and may've added their services to you. But that didn't mean you never saw death; if you did you might want to include why. Create a background of someone born into chaos---if you can make a good life of it I applaud you],"

"That is not what you were asked---you were asked why you called out for help," reprimands the mysterious voice

"I was getting to that you know," your hand found another box appear for you to write upon

"[explain that one day. Imagine this applier, imagine living in insanity; hearing stories about what life was like for your grandparent's generations; where not everyone could see demons and other spiritual beings. How they said it was peaceful, and people could play on playgrounds--can you see it? So think of how much you could take of this world before you burst; before you needed help. Ex: My grandfather was an exorcist who taught me some of his spells; until one fateful day that I tried to use the spells he taught me as a child and my fear got the best of me. My first fight was headed towards my death with a demon; he was powerful. This demon's face was twisted upside down he had blood red eyes; and jaws of terror. I yelled out as he trapped me against the wall----with his claws crushing my neck…then I called out for help---and no one came; until I woke up here…]

"Oh I see," 

"Can I stop now?"

"Yes, yes; that is all we needed from you," the light burned out of your hand; blending in the air. You planned to remove yourself from the liquified solid bodied table of crystal but you found your mind prick sharply

"You don't get to venture around yet---so you must sleep again," you felt your lids close tightly---breaths were ceasing; and your mind was silenced of its thoughts.

 

✙✙✙

 

   Are you awake?

"Who's there?" there it was again the person in your mind. Your eyes stayed shut; even though you wanted to open them

I'm not really supposed to talk to embers; I'm only an apprentice. But the council left you without answers---so I wanted to help you. If thats fine with you?

"Who are you?"

They call me [insert ♂(male) or ♀(female) idol/actor/ulzzang who'd you like as your guide]. I would be happy to serve as your guide.

"Why can't I open my eyes?"

The council will be watching you if you're awake---and they'll know I'm helping you…

"Okay…,"

Those are the rules. But in the mean time I can answer any questions you have.

"What is this place?,"

Styx of Limbo is the land, the Crystal Decrescendo is where you reside…..

"What's a Shikigami?"

A demon, angel or dark angel that will protect you. They are human souls that took over the body of one of those; and gained it's powers---they all look human

"Why am I here?"

The council only calls upon people worthy of it. The moment you wake up they'll be watching you to decide what Shikigami suits you

"Why does it matter what shikigami I get?"

Because Shikigami will require something from you in order to protect----oh no we must part; but I'll talk you again [insert character name]. Remember, as soon as you wake you will be watched and anaylzed.

"Wait [insert guide's name] that's not----," before you were given the chance to finish, your eyes opened from their bleary blackness. A air wired in your chest and you looked up around you. Where ever you were, there was what seemed to you like a room where you laid in---a bed woven of feathers. Your heart accelerated to an astounding pound as you scrambled out of the warmth

"I wouldn't try the door," sighed someone to your left. You could see that there was someone else another person---the first person you talked to and could see.

"They locked the door. You're an ember correct?"

"What's an ember?"

"Us. We're chosen humans who've been saved for some reason. We'll be getting a shikigami soon,"

"How long have you been here?" you curiously asked

"I'm not sure. About a day. And since they won't let us out soon; we might as well get to know each other---we are roommates you know," this was annoying but you sat down.

"Interesting…"

"So I'm [insert a idol/actor/ulzzang you'd like as your friend/roommate] and you?"

"[insert character name]. Pleased to meet you,"

"You sound like them. Ah whatever; so why're you here?"

"Why're you here?" you said back. Your roommate shrugged

"Guess thats personal. Well how old are you?!"

"I'm [insert age],"

"Do you have a birthday?"

*if you say yes answer this one.

if you don't use the 'no' option then erase it please*

"Yeah, its [insert month and day only; no year]. Does it really matter?"

"Of course---then I'll know when to give you presents," when did people ever get presents? What kind of human was this? 

*if you say no then answer this one

and erase the 'yes' alternative *

"No I don't," your newfound friend looked saddened and appalled

"Thats sad---," their eye's brightened at a sudden epiphany, "We should give you one then! Choose any day; and we'll celebrate it!"

"You're a weird person…[insert the month and day you choose] should be my birthday," you watched the quirky individual with a giddiness in their actions; clap

"Isn't this wonderful! I'll remember it so I can send you a present," present? What 'earth' was this person from? 

 

"What's your favorite color?!"

"Um…[insert favorite color]," the simplicity of these questions were strangely refreshing yet a little annoying from the increased exuberance of [insert friend/roommates name]. 

"Thats so cool dude! Is there anything else you like other than that?"

"Um well I also like [insert 4 or more things you like. You may list them or put them in a paragraph form for further story affect],"

"And anything you hate; maybe me and you share some of the same ideas?"

"Well now that I think about it I don't like [insert four or more things you hate, can't stand or dislike. You may list them or put them in a paragraph form for further story affect]. Anything else you want to know?"

"Let's play a game!"

"What kind of game?" this person made you stare skeptically; 

"Scenario's game! OKAY you have to answer honestly,"

"What about you?"

"It's your turn first since I came up with this!"

"Fine. Ask away,"

"Question 1! If you had to choose who could be saved in a death situation---with your own life or your friend's life at stake---who would you want to be saved?! Answer honestly I promise I'll respect your answer!"

"Quite a question to start off with…," you pondered a moment before saying, "[explain your honest thoughts of the question],"

"Thats an interesting answer," they seemed to process it all before continuing on with

"Question 2!!Whoot! Whoot! So do you think you could except a demon, dark angel or heaven's messenger (good angel) more? That made no sense actually---um what I meant is that of those three---who would you trust more or except?"

"Is this a trick question----because I noticed you put demons in there," but thinking it over; wading over how forgivable; and allowing you could be---you said, "If I had to choose I'd choose a [insert chosen creature, demon, dark angel or heavens messenger angel]. And why I'd choose that one would be because; [explain to your roommate what you think about the chosen paranormal being of your choice. Basically, which one do you think you'd give a chance to or trust? Adding in a memory could help you shape your answer more]. Well if I had to choose that is,"

"If someone does something or says something bad to you---did that make sense? Well anyways; what would you do? AND!" your friend saw you beginning to speak up to answer, "AND! What would you do if they said something untrue, cruel or harsh about your friend? Like if they said your friend killed someone and was a murderer even though they aren't?! Oooh wouldn't that be mean?" you simply nodded before formulating an answer and saying:

"Well first off; for me [explain your reaction to someone creating a false rumor, saying or doing something rude to you. You may want to think about how much you'll take from a person before you start bursting. Such as if you ignore their words---but when they start trying to physically assault you as in tripping you, hitting you, throwing things at you etc you'd cuss them out or beat their ]. And then as for a friend; I'd [explain what you would do if someone said or did something bad to someone you care about. How would you react? What would or wouldn't you do?]. And uh yeah,"

"SO thats what you'd do? Doesn't sound like something I'd do,"

"Probably not. You'd probably tickle them to death; or bake them cookies," you snickered at your snide remark and they smiled at your snarky comment

"I wish I were that sweet---but I'd probably kill them," they said in a cheery tone with sinister glee. You stopped laughing to stare in fear

"What?" you nearly choked to say---they skipped over an explanation for such a drastic measure and then said:

"Last Question! So do you think you'd ever fall in love?," they placed their pointing finger in the middle of your lips to hush you, "Not finished," they took their finger from your lips making the snarl chattering on your teeth drop to a hum

"And to just make it ed up," this angelic; yet sadistic psycho cussed? ,"What if you didn't fall in love with a human?" crazy-psycho roommate SAY WHAT? This was messed up.

"What if it were a heavens messenger or dark angel. OR EVEN WORSE?! A D-E-M-O-N! OKAY TELL ME I DON'T THINK I CAN CONTAIN MY EAGERNESS!"

"I'd never fall in love with a [insert your hated of the 3 beings] and knowing me---if I didn't---well hypothetically speaking.; IF I didn't fall in love with a love with another human---thats if I have time for that stuff. Then I'd rather fall in love with a [insert heaven's messenger, demon or dark angel for your answer]. Good thing this is your last question,"

"I thought it was fun," your insane friend said. You cocked your brow 

"So its my turn!" though their smile turned cold and they looked at you crucially

"I don't want to play anymore,"

"But that's not fair!"

"Okay! Guess what! I know all the types of balances there is! Somehow the Shikigami council is going to choose a shikigami for you and me! But they have to study you first! They study to see what balance you correspond with and what one you are totally unalike!"

"Really?" you tilted your head

"There is Cadence, Harmony, Justice, Tenacity, Hubris, and Ardor,"

"I'm sorry I'm not a dictionary---you wanna' explain those to me?"

"Oh yes of course! Cadence is the fluency and smooth run in balance. Harmony is what inter connects, and stabilizes and keeps everyone and everything at peace! Justice is those who fight for the balance; justice balances right and wrong. Tenacity is the will power and determination to keep going which counters against those who give up which creates a balance. Hubris is pride that counter acts those of harmony; they are stand offish and have little connections but equally split and divide order in a balance. Hubris is prideful. And Ardor, the desire and lust for things it disrupts all justice, does not flow smoothly contradicting cadence and then the harmony is strengthened but in negative ways. But lust in a dark way pairs with hubris and tenacity since it requires some sort of desire to obtain tenacity. Understand?" you nodded wearily at their brilliance

"Which one do you think would be you?"

"[insert one of the balances; just the name. Example: Ardor], is my choice."

"Hmm…from what you've told me about yourself; I think that:," they looked into your eyes

 

*if the balance matches your back ground, and the way you answered your questions put the 

following and erase the second and third options*

"…it matches you perfectly!"

           *if it doesn't match your background and how you answered questions at all; but you strive to be like that balance---put the following and erase the first and third options*

"…its not like you that much. BUT that makes it interesting. Why would you choose that one as a symbol of you? 

"[OPTIONAL Explain why you chose this balance as yourself. Do you want to associate with Tenacity for example ,because all your life you haven't shown the determination; the nesscessary diligence to overcome your obstacles. You may add a memory from your past to further back up your reason]. 

*Or you can say:*

" I don't know I just do,"

       *if your story could fit for the balance all the while also not fit the balance and is just neutral put the following and a erase the first and second options*

"… ones pretty tough judging by what you told me. I guess I don't really know either; hehe,"

 

"[insert name]? Do you think I'd ever find love?"

  *if you are  a tough girl put the following; and erase the other options*

"You getting mushy on me again?"

"No, no thats not it. It just seems like it wouldn't be a problem for you. I think I'm jealous or something ," they said bitterly

"Why is that?"

"Well look at yourself!" you looked towards the mirror that the person pointed to which lied on the far-off wall.

"Me? But I just look like this," you looked into the mirror and looked at your face. You're reflection showed you,

[insert 4 perspectives(pictures) of yourself]. 

  AND if you have any tattoos, piercings or accessory

like a necklace or bracelet

 you may also add in---

"Huh i still have these?" you looked at your [insert chosen body art or jewelry ; if you have more than one]

   *or*

"Thankfully it's still there. My [insert ONE bodily art you have]. 

*If you are a girly girl, or sweeter person put the following and erase the first option*

"What are you saying?"

"Do you see yourself? Ugh I hate to admit that I envy you,"

"Is that a compliment?"

"Its more like the truth then an implement of it,"

"Well thank you---that nice of you to say---I think," you touched your face as you spotted the mirror they were pointing you towards. You examined the features of this face they envied…

[insert 4 perspectives of yourself]

AND if you have piercings you may also add in---

       You started to check yourself for the art on your body when you heard:

 *if you have one tattoo, piercing ,jewelry or notable accessory

use this one and erase the second option⬇*

"Whoa is that a [tattoo or piercing or anklet, ring, necklace, bracelet, tiara]?! Pretty awesome!"

[insert picture of that tattoo or piercing and where it is located on your body and you may explain why its there]

*if you have more than one tattoo/piercings/accessories

 use this one and erase the first option⬆*

"Whoa how many do you have?!"

"Oh my [piercings or tattoos or tattoos and piercings or anklets, bracelets, rings ,necklace or you can combine some of these choices}? Well I have [insert #of tattoos/ piercings/accessories you have total] of them,"

"Show me ALL of them!" they asked as you reluctantly did as asked

"Well I have [insert pictures and put which body part it is on AND you may explain why its there],"

"So cool!!!"

              *If you are someone unwelcoming to these thoughts put this and erase the other options*

"You don't want me to give my honest opinion?" you mumbled at them

"Oh so its true then huh? Its not fair---I know you'll have no problem finding love,"

"How did we get to this topic ?" you snorted

"Um---I'm being honest with you. I mean just look at yourself! There's a mirror over on that wall,"

"I saw it," you breathed as you wished you could leave

"Come on you don't understand what I'm talking about! Come here!" your roommate moved over to the mirror pointing you towards it. Knowing they might never shut up about it or they were bound to do something crazy you obliged and walked over.

"There you happy?"

"Look at yourself----you'll see what I'm envious of,"

"Looks are so superficial there are more things to worry about,"

"We'll get to those later but for now----," you looked into the mirror against will and looked at yourself.

[insert 4 perspectives(pictures) of yourself]

                 AND if you have any body art you may also add in---

"Dude check it out I still have it! See my [insert picture of ONE body art (piercing/tattoo) and where its located. You may also explain why its there and give it a background],"

                *if you have more than one body art insert the following*

"These are the only things I have as reminder of my old life like [insert pictures of multiple body art items/things AND you may explain how significant they are to you],"

 

                

   After looking in the mirror----there was a hollow knock that resounded through the door. You looked up at the same time; as the door flailed open, and you saw someone walk in---

"Which one of you is the ember?" asked the good looking creature to walk in. You raised your hand at the well groomed, and appealing to your eyes---male. You were surprised to find the person at your side---did not raise their hand…

"Did you hear him?! Raise your hand [insert roommate's name],"

"But I'm not an ember,"

"What? But you said---,"

"I was only here to test you---I'm just a; demon," you're eyelids rolled with fear

"WHAT?!" you stepped away from them though they caught your arm

"But that shouldn't change anything," they grinned endearingly

"It changes EVERYTHING!" you snapped your arm back in your fear----they seemed so human like though! No wonder they said all those things like killing people over insults, they refused to talk about their past or play the scenario game; and knew so much about Shikigami's.

"She's been evaluated?" continued the male skipping the sudden and shocking discovery

"Yes, yes don't get your undies in a bunch [insert the name of your favorite a male actor, idol or ulzzang who would suit this mysterious character]," commented the demon

"You can leave now [insert roommates name]. I have to talk to her," you saw the demon grin at you

"Don't have too much fun," they said only to be given a menacing glare from the male. The male shut the door behind himself (and when the roommate disappeared through it) before looking to you

"What is your name?"

"[insert characters name]," then he smiled as he took your arm

"I'm [insert chosen idol/actor/models' name]. If I am to protect you you must gift me something just as precious to you as your life," you looked at him skeptically and despite he held you tightly you were scared...

"What?"

              *choose this one if you are willing to give him this,*

"W-what would you want from me?" he coursed his cold but soothing fingers through your hair; smiling devilishly

"Your soul," you attempted to walk backwards but found yourself fall back onto that feather woven bed.

"M-my soul? Why?"

"It works like this. I keep you safe as long as you promise your soul to me. You may be emotionless and unfeeling but---as long as your safe it shouldn't matter,"

"What would you need with it?"

"I would need it for a lot of things; but you must give me consent to have it," he climbed on top of you making your mind fill with unholy, and sinful thoughts---yet delightful at what he might do to you.

"But I don't want to---,"

"----Its the only thing I ask from you,"

"But why should I give you what is mine?"

"Because you are mine; I protect you on this one condition," he leaned down, "Just let me have it,"

"I-I," you couldn't think clearly as he smirked

"Thank you," and his lips pressed against yours---

 

                *choose this one if you are willing to give him this*

"What could be just as important as my life??" she uttered out fearfully; and unsure

"Your body, your mind, your emotions---you just promise me by taking my halo," he told you. You watched him push you back; your back nestled the downy feathers of the bed you had once been standing in front of.

"My body--?" you stumbled to say as he started to topple you;

"Yes; I promise I'll treat it well,"

"And my mind----how can I give you that," would that distract him from what he was about to do?

"By your mind that means you shall only think of me,"

"How can I do that?"

"By only staying near me, and looking at me,"

"And----,"

"----AND your emotions ----you must only feel for me and only me,"

"It sounds like were lovers or something,"

"Thats exactly what will happen between us---you must promise to be mine," his hands ran along your sides, "For the price of your life you must just give me all of you---and only love me. Quite worth it don't you think?"

"What?"

"Don't talk---just enjoy," you felt him start to kiss you hard, his hands under your shirt----and you could barely think---your mind your body was suffocating under him….

 

              *choose this one if you are willing to give him this*

"What do I have that you want?" you decided to ask looking at his hand on your arm. In one gentle movement he sat you down on the bed; and sat next to you; and gave you a small smile of pureness.

"I want nothing more than to protect you---that is my first priority of course. But in return I just ask you keep my halo," 

"Your halo?"

"Yes,"

"How am I giving you something of mine then---it sounds like your giving me your most precious thing,"

"The halo you will wear around your neck---and other angels will know that you belong to me."

"Belong to you?"

"Yes, all I want from you is to give me love---even if you don't feel it now; just tell me you'll try. I want to bond with you; if its all right I'd like to finalize this contract,"

"What does that mean?" he held your hand tightly

"That I give you the kiss seal," he said.

"Kissing you?!" though on the outside and out of a humanly reaction you conveyed fear---when deep down you were almost euphoric in his presence. Rather than seeming rushed, and too soon it felt reasonable after he just nodded waiting for your approval

"I won't let you down I promise. Your life is in safe guard," he leaned in to your face after he saw you seemed to allow his touch; for his free hand caressed your cheek almost---lovingly.

"Thank you for allowing me to protect you---," he softly said before he kissed you with passion yet the awareness that he must be gentle; his hands had already reached your shoulders.

                  *end of choices do not delete what is coming below*

 

Before the situation could progress you heard the door open and a panting

"NO NO NO! GET OFF HER YOU PIG!" that was the sound of your roommate. In seconds the intertwining of tongues, and heated moments diminished; allowing you to breathe normally and for your shikigami to sigh.

"Ruining the moment here,"

"You can't just ually abuse her! You know your charms cannot be resisted---even by the most resilient,"

"The one thing good about being a shikigami," he seperated himself from you----you almost felt disheartened at the action

"Well I've finished the contract; I suppose I'll leave---unless you want to follow me so we can finish up what we started," [insert name of your shikigami] looked back at you and you felt almost obliged to get up from your bed to explore that wondrous feel you felt at his side...

your roommate shooed the shikigami away; that attractive, dominant, gorgeous and well built creature vanished through the door.

"You are not doing anything with my roommate you ual thing!" they called after him; deciding for you...

"I shall return," his voice only seemed to touch your ears only...with sincerity.

           "So you got your shikigami---you like him despite his drive?"

          "I suppose,"

"Good---I wish you all the luck with him [insert character's name]. Because you're going to do alot I can tell...,"

"How?"

 "Because you're special [insert character's name]. That's why you're here,"