CHARACTER PROFILES/EXTRA INFO

Shimazaki Ryu

Zodiac sign: Scorpio

- Almost exclusively eats Japanese cuisine

- Nearly failed out of high school because he never studied (his father forced him to get his act together)

- Obtained his scar during a nasty fight with a group of delinquents in his early twenties

- He works in the weapons trade but prefers fighting with his fists

- At some point, he stopped keeping track of how many people he's killed

- Can no longer imagine living apart from you

Tsukishima Kaito

- Zodiac sign: Pisces

- Has dreamed of becoming a professional photographer ever since he was a kid

- Can't help but be drawn to beautiful-looking things (and people)

- Has more than fifteen piercings, and a collection of small tattoos all over his body

- Back when he was younger, he used to respect Ryu, but has since come to realize just how twisted of a person he is

- It's almost impossible to hold his attention if he doesn't find someone at least slightly interesting

- He often pleasures himself while looking at the pictures he has of you

Imai Tatsumi

Zodiac sign: Capricorn

- Loves money, but loves hurting people even more

- He once got scared that Kaede would die from blood loss and he would lose his favorite "toy"

- Surprisingly enough, has quite a sweet tooth

- Got his sleeve tattoos back when he was still a teenager

- Considers it crucial for his position that he stays fit and healthy, so he maintains a strict diet and workout regimen

- Doesn't particularly like children, but has recently started entertaining the idea of getting you pregnant

Hayakawa Kosuke

Zodiac sign: Sagittarius

- Was a frequent party-goer back when he was still in college

- Decided to become a cop after a cousin of his was wrongfully accused of assault

- Always had a strong sense of justice growing up as a kid

- Has rejected more people than he can count

- He has an iron stomach, and has never been drunk to this day

- Is currently battling feelings of guilt towards your situation

Maeno Yuki

Zodiac sign: Gemini

- Him and his friends once got super drunk and vandalized several vehicles

- He ceased all contact with his adoptive family once he got into university

- Has overdosed before, shortly after Sora's death

- Is especially resentful towards people who are disloyal towards their partners/loved ones

- Sometimes hallucinates that he can hear Sora's voice, even when he isn't high

- Currently, his most frequently recurring nightmare is the one where he has to watch you and Ryu be intimate together

Matsuda Hikaru

Zodiac sign: Virgo

- He always wanted a pet, but his parents refused to keep one in the house

- Loves baking to destress after a long day, but wishes his mother would be more enthusiastic about his food

- Growing up, he was often told that he looked unapproachable due to his stoic demeanor

- Is used to having to keep a cool head and act rationally, but secretly wishes someone would comfort him from time to time

- Regrets his current lifestyle and wishes he had stopped himself from joining the yakuza

- Knows that nothing good will come of his feelings towards you, and desperately hopes that you will be free one day

Rintaro

Zodiac sign: Cancer

- He and Momoka have known each other since they were six years old

- Is normally friendly and outspoken, but he can get very nervous and shy around certain people (AKA you)

- He was ranked #3 out of his entire high school in terms of grades

- His hidden talent is that he's quite good at drawing, as you often would notice when he doodled on the pages of his notebook

- Is terrified of heights and small, cramped spaces

- You were his first and last love

MINI INTERVIEW

What is your ideal type?

Ryu: I don't have a "type". But if I had to pick, probably someone kind and obedient, like [Name].

Kaito: It depends. Who's out here trying to check off boxes when they meet people? Sounds kind of stupid. But they can't be boring, that's for sure. And they can't be an asshole, either.

Tatsumi: Haha. That's a very generic question. I like people that happen to align with my unique tastes. As for what exactly that means, I'll leave it up to your imagination.

Kosuke: Someone cute, smart, and nice! And I'd also appreciate it if they weren't shallow. It's nice being with someone who's interested in more than just your looks.

Yuki: I'm not so sure I really have a preference. But they have to like me back. If they already like someone else, then that just... won't work.

Hikaru: A person who is considerate of others and doesn't act selfishly without thinking about the consequences. I can't stand people that go around making problems without even feeling a shred of guilt.

Have you ever killed someone before?

Ryu: Yes. Obviously.

Kaito: Fuck no. I would never do that. I don't think I could live with myself.

Tatsumi: Unfortunately, in my line of business, it's usually unavoidable. But obviously I don't enjoy it. I'm not a maniac.

Kosuke: Thankfully, I've yet to have to shoot someone to carry out an arrest or protect civilians. It'd be nice if it could stay that way, but I'm not sure how realistic that is.

Yuki: Huh? Of course not. I've only been working with the yakuza for a few months, and I'm not the kind of person that could do something like that anyways. I'm better suited to menial tasks like desk work or carrying out errands. ...What? Why are you looking at me like that?

Hikaru: No. The only time killing someone is justified is if it's an act of self-defense and your own life is on the line. If Ryu ever tries to force me to murder another person, I'm quitting right then and there.

Are you happy with the way your life is currently?

Ryu: For the most part. I get to spend my days with someone I love very much, and it brings me a lot of joy. The only problem is that there are too many people that keep trying to get in my way. Thankfully, they won't be able to bother me anymore once they're dead.

Kaito: I don't know. Some days are better than others. There are a lot of things I regret doing. But there's someone I really like... a lot. Whenever I'm with her, I feel happier than I knew was possible.

Tatsumi: Overall, I am very content with my life. But people are always chasing after something or another. Once I sort out one last little detail, I will be fully satisfied.

Kosuke: Honestly, not really. I feel guilty about the way I'm living, and how many people I've deceived to get where I am. It also really hurts to know that someone I care about is suffering so much. I don't think I'll be happy until [Name] is safe.

Yuki: No. If I was happy, I wouldn't be a fucking drug addict. Asshole.

Hikaru: I wish I could turn back time and redo a lot of things in my life. But that's not possible, so the least I can do right now is try to help someone else out.

Would you ever self-harm?

Ryu: Are you serious? Do I look that weak to you? You're lucky you caught me in a decent mood, otherwise I would've crushed your skull.

Kaito: As of now, probably not, but I know that life can change all too suddenly. If things ever got really fucked up and bleak, who knows what I would do.

Tatsumi: Goodness, of course not. That doesn't sound like much fun at all.

Kosuke: Never. I know things can be scary at times, but I'm not helping anyone out by doing that. Life is precious. We shouldn't give up on it.

Yuki: I already have.

Hikaru: There were moments back when I was younger when I felt like I might actually do something like that. My parents resented me so much that it made me feel like there was something wrong with me. But I figured there was no point in punishing myself on top of what they were already doing to me. I'm far from perfect, but that doesn't mean I should torture myself over all my mistakes.

Do you consider yourself to have a high libido?

Ryu: These questions are becoming increasingly more invasive. I suggest you tread carefully from now on.

Kaito: Uh, probably below average, if I'm being honest. But the girl I like right now really, really turns me on, and it's... changed things. Sorry. Maybe that was kind of oversharing.

Tatsumi: Oh, what a fun question! It really depends on my mood. I can go days without feeling the slightest twinge of desire if I'm busy enough. And then there are other days when I just can't stop thinking about all the things I want to do to [Name]. It's fun to fantasize, isn't it? Though all my fantasies will soon turn into reality, I'm sure.

Kosuke: It's definitely pretty high, haha. I think that kind of thing is healthy, though. Don't judge me over it.

Yuki: That's kind of personal... but I guess mine is average? I haven't liked very many people in my life, and I usually only have those kinds of thoughts about the person I'm interested in. Hm? Who did I like before [Name]? That's... not important.

Hikaru: Below average, for the most part. Honestly, I'm too tired most days to spend much time thinking about that stuff. With the right person though, I'm sure that could change.

What are some terms of endearment that you would use to call your loved one?

Ryu: Sweetheart, darling, my love.

Kaito: Something like cutie or babe.

Tatsumi: Dearest, my beloved, honey, and many more. There are also naughtier things I could call my partner. But only when we're doing a certain kind of activity.

Kosuke: Doll, gorgeous, hottie, pumpkin, babe, baby... honestly, pretty much anything so long as they like it. It'd be nice if [Name] got a bit more flustered whenever I used these on her...

Yuki: Whatever makes [Name] happy and gets her to like me back.

Hikaru: Haha... I feel like I might get a bit embarrassed using cheesy pet names, but again, with the right person, it could definitely work. Hold on a sec. I'm trying to imagine using these on the person I like right now. Uh... maybe princess, or lovely? Angel? Ugh. Like I thought, saying these out loud is embarrassing as hell.

Last question. If you were to confess your feelings to [Name] and she were to completely reject you, how would you react?

Ryu: Well, I've already confessed to her, and she loves me back. So, this is yet another stupid question. Then again, I didn't have very high expectations to begin with.

Kaito: I've been rejected by her once before, but in a different context, and that was already painful enough. But realistically, I know my odds are slim. Even if she did like me, Ryu would never let us be together. It's nice to dream, at least.

Tatsumi: I don't foresee something like that happening. We've already kissed before, and she likes my company much more than Ryu's. It's only a matter of time until we can happily be together.

Kosuke: Honestly, I would be really hurt. I know it would take me a long time to recover. It feels weird having such strong feelings for someone. I'm not really used to it since most of my previous relationships were casual and short-term. I've already disappointed her before though, so I wouldn't be surprised if she doesn't like me all that much.

Yuki: I'd rather not answer this question, if that's okay.

Hikaru: It's basically guaranteed that she would reject me. She doesn't love Ryu, but she's pretty much trapped. She doesn't have much of a choice but to go along with what he wants. It's fucked up and makes my heart hurt. I have to focus less on my own feelings and worry more about getting her out of here somehow.

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