Aincrad yawns and looks at the Velvet Room door. "Now where have I seen this before?" Contemplating for a moment he shrugs and smiles. "Adventure away!" With that he enters the door and looks around whistling. "Oooo boy. A casino? This is... New. Very new." His eyes then fall to the bar and Aki and Clerval. "Heya two! How are ya doing?"

Hey Aincrad. *She leaves the drink and stands up* Glad to see ya here. Yeah, i did some renovating again. From Slot machines to Poker you can find any kind of gamble here. Of course they are prizes too. And well the bar is always opne with drinks and food. Make yourself confortable. *She smiles*

"Ooooo food, I'll take that offer." He smiles and walks on over. "So what inspired you to build a casino? It's absolutely lovely on all accounts, just didn't think that this was you're thing." He sits down and looks at the machines. "And what kind of prizes can you actually win? I thought most casinos were lose only.

I kinda thought about the past and the moment I awoke to my Persona. I actually adapted two Personas from two users who died in front of me in Mementos. With their Personas I explored Mementos, till I met my own Shadow. She was close to getting a palace... She was greedy and would have done anything for Money and Fame. Even sell her soul. I changed since then, but this casino was made with the memories of her. I myself only like more the games, than the reward that much. *She gives a sly smile* Anyway I made sure these games are fair, only luck and skill counts here. As prizes we have rare weapons, gems, I made stuff animals, then there is materials for crafting, accesoires etcetera.

Aincrad smirks and raises an eyebrow. "I see. So it's a tribute to a part of your old self. Looks like she's in you more than you think still." He stands up and looks around. "Well this is your Casino, what games here are the best? We might have to go a round or two, if there are any games that allow that here." He chuckles a little and stretches. "At the rate we meet up, I should open something we can meet up for."

Please don't say that. She did horrible things. *Aki put her hands on her hips and looked down* Anyway It depends... Oh right, beside casino games I also have a Arcade games, where you can win coins too. *She points to a row beside the slot machines* We could do a fighting game together. As a little Revanche for our past conversations. *She looked him in the eyes and gave a smirk*

He sighs and shakes his head. "Yeah I'm sorry about that. Wasn't the best thing to say." He then looks up and smiles. "As for the fighting game, your on, though know, you will obliterate my butt faster than I can button mash my way to staying alive for a minute." With that he puts his hat and cane by the bar and nods to Clerval. "Would you like some company? I'm sure Shadow would be happy to talk."

Aki: Don't worry. I just ... don't want to focus on whats done. And well fun is that counts, so lets just have a good match. By the way I still promised you to show you my secret. So you have something to look forward too. Clerval: You don't have to mind me sir, but If your companion needs entertainment I'd be glad to assist.

Aincrad nods and smirks. "Oh yeah I'm excited. The suspense is absolutely killer." He then starts walking towards the arcade. "Well then shall we Aki? I am absolutely thrilled, even if I know the outcome." Shadow yawns now sitting at the bar and looking at Clerval. "More like I need someone who isn't a construct of his mind to talk to. Trust me his mind grows boring quickly when it comes to the conversations. It's always the same thing so it's nice to talk to another person."

Aki: Alright then. *She starts the game and starts the character select screen* Well I guess I go with my Main on this. It's been a while since I played though. *She waves some Hair out of her face* Clerval: I fully agree. I am also pretty curios, because for now I only talked to ther Humans and my Master. *He stops polishing the vine glasses* Can i offer you a drink sir?

Aincrad grins and looks at the characters. "Hmm... I choose..." he then moves to the edgiest looking one and picks them. "This one! If I can't win normally, hopefully the edge has a bleed effect on the opponent!" He chuckles and readied his fingers. "I hope your ready for the easiest game you'll play in a while." Shadow chuckles a little and nods. "I'll take water then please, and if you're curious about anything, shoot, I have nothing to hide. I'll answer to the best of my ability as I understand it."

*Urumi enters the door and looks around the room, soon thinking "Hmm this place looks like a casino... AND THERES PEOPLE HERE. keep calm it's only a few people here but I don't know any of them"*

Aki: I like your style. I mostly only choose quick characters or goofy characters. Anyway lets start. *Match begins on a spinning platform* Clerval: Thank you very much. *He places the glass on the table* So how come you have the ability to speak. Most Personas I know can only do that by telepathy.

*Urumi enters the door and looks around the room, soon thinking "Hmm this place looks like a casino... AND THERES PEOPLE HERE. keep calm it's only a few people here but I don't know any of them"* Clerval : *The bartender looks to the newbie* Welcome to our Velvet Room. Make yourself confortable, tonight we made this place a casino. There is also prizes so enjoy yourself.

Aincrad grins and nods. "Well I don't really know this game so have to start somewhere." With that he looks to the spinning platform and eyes it. "Why do I get the feeling that this isn't just a nice aesthetic." Shaking his head he moves his character back a few steps and takes a few tentative punches and kicks learning the controls. Shadow nods and drinks a bit of it. "Why? Well I don't understand any supernatural stuff, despite being one, but my best guess is that when we were sucked into this dimension with different rules, the state Aincrad was in was one that warranted a palace, but because it was made en route through dimensions, it closed off his main personality and left me in control. So it essentially created a new person and as not to throw any balance off, the Nexus kept me like this."

*Urumi was shocked from the suddenly welcome before calming down* Ok...

opens the door and walks in Greetings, i hope I'm not interrupting anything.

Aki: *Her Character waits first so Aincrad can practise and jumps to the closer Plattform* Be careful not to fall, I'll start when you are ready. Clerval: I see. You are truely fascinating. *He smiles* As a non-Human I would also say we don't have to dwell in details. Anyway if you have any questions for me, feel free to ask too.

opens the door and walks in Greetings, i hope I'm not interrupting anything. Clerval: No worries. Welcome to this Velvet Room.

Aincrad nods and tries doing the simplest combos, barely managing to pull one off. Sighing he takes a deep breath and jumps to the platform where Aki waits, barely managing to avoid following. Smirking he readied his fingers and character for button mashing hell and nods to Aki. "Ready." Shadow smiles and nods. "Thanks, and yeah I just find it weird I still don't understand what I am fully, but Ains the scientist, I'm just the engineer." Taking a few more sips he looks at Clerval. "So then what's your story? That might be the best starting point."

Takes a seat and looks around You said... velvet room? What a strange name.

*Urumi sits on a seat, she soon takes out her journal and begins to write in it*

suddenly a book goes out from Leo Analysis: A Velvet room is a place between dream and reality, mind and matter, is a place where the persona users with the power of wild card goes to fuse, buy, sacrifice or train personas I see.

Hehe, buttonmashing also has to do with luck. Good luck. *Her character landed some jump kicks* Clerval: True, only Wildcards know about this place. Anyway, my Master, Igor, hemanages something like a Persona fusion service, helping Wildcards to make new Personas. And each Wildcard gets their own attendant. My first guest died, so that's why I serve misstress Aki now. She can be difficult and reckless, but I like my job.

suddenly a book goes out from Leo Analysis: A Velvet room is a place between dream and reality, mind and matter, is a place where the persona users with the power of wild card goes to fuse, buy, sacrifice or train personas I see. Clerval : Intersting book. Anyway, can I help you somehow?

Shadow Minato silently enters the Velvet Room with his arms crossed ...

Aincrad grimaces and jumps his character back, pushing the kick button as well just in case. "Alright rough start but I can come back!" When his character lands, after a second or two, the character moves forward and tries the basic combo. Shadow nods and tilts his head to the side. "Wild cards? Haven't heard that term before, at least to my knowledge. And I can see what you mean, but I'm glad you like it though." His hand on his chin he thinks about it. "Wait does Wild Card mean more than one Persona? If that's true then their must be tons of attendants. God knows how many people we've come across with that ability."

Not bad, but __ *After 2 hits he lands, she use a combo for a spinkick, knocking his health down* You are right about that. Wildcards use many Personas and each of them has a attendant. So yeah, I have lots of brothers and sisters.

turns to Aki-joker It's the traveler's book, I got it from... well anyways, it knows a lot of things and it can even create portals. I can create portals and time portals, my mission is to support my user.

*Urumi looks up from her journal and looks at everyone*

Aincrad watches his health fall. "Oh joy." He smirks and gets his character back up. "Come on edgy! I need you know!" With that he goes into full button mash mode, tossing random punches and kicks everywhere. Shadow smiles and chuckles a little. "Must be quite the family reunion, I wonder how much food it must take to feed everyone." He grins and finishes the drink. "Thanks I really needed that drink."

turns to Aki-joker It's the traveler's book, I got it from... well anyways, it knows a lot of things and it can even create portals. I can create portals and time portals, my mission is to support my user. OOC: Aki is busy, Clerval , her attendant does the talking. Clerval : I see, very intersting, it kinda reminds me of that old book we have.

Aincrad watches his health fall. "Oh joy." He smirks and gets his character back up. "Come on edgy! I need you know!" With that he goes into full button mash mode, tossing random punches and kicks everywhere. Shadow smiles and chuckles a little. "Must be quite the family reunion, I wonder how much food it must take to feed everyone." He grins and finishes the drink. "Thanks I really needed that drink." *Both got knocked down to low health * Time to finish this. *She activates her special move, in which her character does some breakdance kicks* *Win for Aki * And you said you were bad. You gave me a tough time. *She smiles* Clerval : Well Food is not really necesarry. We only eat for fun, not because we must. And you're welcome

Aincrad sighs but starts chuckling a little. "Hahaha yeah I guess I did. Suppose button mashing is a legit strategy then!" He smiles at Aki. "Oh boy, if I practice more I might give you a run for your money." Shadow chuckles a little. "Yeah I know, same here, but damn if it doesn't taste delicious. I may have developed an unhealthy addiction to food while I was in control of the body." He chuckles lightly and turns, finally noticing the others. "Ello other people, what's up?"

turns to Clerval What can you put me to drink? If you can put me just coffee, I leave it to you.

It was my stradegy at first too. Anyway ... *She looks around nervously* Guess it got more crowded here. *She looks to the backroom* Alright if you wanna see my secret then come with me. *Clerval smiles* I agree I kinda feel happiness eating, even though I don't need it.

turns to Clerval What can you put me to drink? If you can put me just coffee, I leave it to you. We have everything from daily drinks, cockteils, vines. I can make you a coffe no problem. *he pours him a cup and lays it on the table*

Aincrad raises his eyebrow and nods. "Alright I'm up for it. Can't wait to see what the suspense has built." He smiles warmly and follows Aki. "It must be big if you don't want to show others." Shadow chuckles. "Yeah, I just love some of the pie- Hahahaha sorry I just realized how funny this situation seems to be. Two other dimensional beings talking about how much we love food. Sounds like the intro to an amazing joke." He shakes his head and yawns. "You ever get tired Clerval? I think it's another thing I became accustomed to while being human."

*Urumi just keeps watching, not saying anything*

drinks the coffee Thank you paying... Suddenly the a few coins appear in the counter What the- I can pay for you. How much do you have? 10^60

It's better this way. *She closed the door and concentrated* *A shadowly Shape emmits from her, forming into a Person. She looked like Aki, but with white Hair, red eyes, a long blue dress and lots of accesoires* I show you the secret of my Powers. It is described as 'deceiving' others. I can create things that come to my mind as Illuaion. *She creates fake Snowflakes falling down* I have encounter others playing as this gilr, saying she was my twin sister. Would I tell everyone about this, they would distrust me, or tell my tricks to the enemies. *She takes a step forward toward Aincrad* But I trust you , so I can tell you. Clerval I don't need sleep either, but I like to do things humans do, so i tried it out. It feels kinda like a waste of time though.

*Urumi kept watching, she was not going to start talking to anyone anytime soon*

analysis: a- Don't, is a secret, right? Understood. By the way, Clerval... your coffee... It is good, but it has something, I can't tell what it is.

analysis: a- Don't, is a secret, right? Understood. By the way, Clerval... your coffee... It is good, but it has something, I can't tell what it is. Thank you sir. Well I am mostly known to be good at this. It's one of the only talent's I have. So It is of course kinda diffrent.

Aincrad at first looks surprised but that changes quickly, a smile emerging onto his face. "Wow... honestly just wow." He reaches out to touch one of the snowflakes and smiles widely. He then turns to her and focuses on Aki, hugging her tightly. "Don't worry, you're secret is safe to me. No way in hell would I betray you and your trust." Shadow smiles lightly. "Yeah that's essentially what it is. At least to us. Or what it should be, but it's become more and more like the humans use for me. It's like a pseudo infection."

I see... thinking

*Urumi went back to writing into her journal, maybe later she will be brave another to go and talk to the people here*

*She blushed surprised by the hug* T-Thank you. *She hugged him back and smiled* I knew I could count on you. *After a while her Phone beebed* Not this again. *She sighed* I guess i have to leave again, missions. I have to leave this bar to Clerval again. Aincrad, I thank you so much for coming here today, so I entrust you with this secret. *She gave him a kiss on the cheek and a sheepish smile as moving out* It's a promise. Clerval: I can agree. And excuse me, I forgot to clean something in the kitchen. OOC: I really need to sleep it is late here. You guys can still be in this room and talk, Only Aki and Clerval will be gone. Goodnight guys. ^^

Aincrad nods and blushes at the kiss as he walks back to Shadow and sitting down. "Speechless for once? That's new." Shadow taps Aincrad on the head and smiles. Shaking his head when no response he sighs and disperses leaving only Ain. (Nights Aki!)

What can we do now? I can help with that. What do you mean. I can create copies of humans or monsters based in the data I have, you can use them to train or learn, also, they are able to hurt you, if I detect you are in danger I will remove it. Y- you can do that? affirmative.

*Urumi closes her journal and puts it away*

A woman enters the Velvet Room, observing the area she’s entered. Not my usual place to enter, but it’ll do. Sitting down, she sighs. Taking her cellphone out from her pocket, she reads online.

Greetings... emm... Kuromi. Kuromi? I'm Leo, nice to meet you.

Aincrad shakes his head and looks towards Kuro smiling. "Hey Kuro over here!" He waves enthusiastically hoping to grab her attention.

*Urumi looks at Kuroumi, mostly because she has a similar name to herself*

Hm? She looks up to see Leo. A confused look appears on her face. Have... I met you? Never mind that. Kuro hears the familiar voice, finding it to be Aincrad. She waves back, a smile replacing her past expression. Aincrad, long time no see. How you been doing?

Aincrad smiles and walks on over. "I've been doing good, actually been able to sleep somewhat nicely... even if it's in a cafe in the middle of the day it still counts." He sits beside her beaming. "Whatcha listening to today?"

I think is the first time we meet, I know your name because my book told me... he is nervous.

*Urumi watches*

At least you're getting sleep. I forget how long it has been since I slept. Or how long I've been awake... That's probably a problem. Kuro turns herself back to Leo. Your book told you? I won't question it. I dunno if it's our first time meeting each other either. She then glares at Urumi. Don't stalk for too long kiddo.

I'm leaving, good bye. Open a portal to my room. Opening portal. "Leo walks to the portal and leaves, after that the portal disappears."

*Urumi says nothing and watches*

He tilts his head and looks at her. "Ouch, know why?" He shakes his head and smiles warmly. "Well other than that how are you doing?" (Sorry responses will be erratic visiting a family member in the hospital)

*he walks in with his light blue Vex armor plating refelcting the lights* Yes! A bar! I am hungering and thirsty.

She smiles back. I don't really know why, but I can deal with it. I've been fine excluding my sleep problems, just been reading and taking strolls around.

*Urumi sighs and is about to leave this place*

*he sees Urumi and looks around to find Aki* Anyone here? I like to have a drink please.

*Sam falls out of a portal in the ceiling, landing on the floor face first.* Oww...

*he steps back once Sams lands on the floor* Trying to do the Warlock Blink or something?!

*Sam raises himself to his feet.* Portal device malfunctioned. Been a while since that- *Sams staff lands on his head, knocking him to the floor again* Mayu (comms): Forgot your cane, boss Sam: Damn it Mayu...

Phhht! *he tries to best not to cry of laughter but a Vex Goblin teleports next to the warlock while holding a box of tissues* Vex Goblin: Box of tissues Vanguard Mind?

Aincrad chuckles lightly and leans back. "Well I'm pretty sure that's not exactly healthy, but if you say you're fine I won't doubt ya." He yawns and stretches.

*Sam uses his cane to get back to his feet, grumbling* Yeah. Yeah. Physical injury is really funny. Damn it, now my head hurts. *Sam sits down on the closest chair, pulls a screwdriver from his lab coat and starts attuning his metal arm, mumbling to himself* Great. Now I've got to do some maintenance. Stupid assistant...

Warlock: HA! This is why you rely on something that has logic. Like the Vex Vex Goblin: Thank you Vanguard Mind.

Kuro sighs. You're still the same Aincrad. So, you do anything weird or something? A little curious to hear whatever you've been doing.

*Urumi decided to stay, for some reason*

Aincrad smiles and shakes his head. "Yeah well I'm stuck like this. As for interesting... well I did die by getting impaled on a haunted elevator shaft. Then woke up outside with the person who murdered me. So yeah that happened."

*Urumi thinks "Ok that is weird'*

... I wonder where 9S went to? I really want to say sorry for my... appauling and somewhat miffed personality...

*Sam spins his screwdriver around before placing it back into his labcoat pocket.* Very good. No damages. So, what are we talking about?

*Urumi does nothing*

...Ouch. Sounds painful, but at least it wasn't real. She yawns and leans her head on Aincrad. You mind this position? My head's been hurting a little.

He stiffens a little but relaxes and nods. "Ummm sure. I don't see why not. And no it was real. There's just really strong and weird magic there. But yeah I hope your head gets better."

She frowns a bit at his second statement. And that makes it sound a little worse. Anything else odd? I'm bored, can't think of anything else to ask.

He chuckles a little. "And what's exactly considered odd here? There is so much weirdness that odd is no longer odd. Odd is the new normal."

Sometimes I forget where I'm existing. Must be the lack of sleep or whatever. Kuro gets off of Ain, only to cough a little She leans on him again after. You're pretty comfy, y'know?

He chuckles and nods. "I have been described as a giant gummi bear before so I imagine I would be." He relaxes and closes his eyes. "I imagine you'll be falling asleep on me pretty soon as well."

What a cute description. It fits you too. And getting sleep would be a miracle for me. I've been suffering sleepless nights. She looks away and blushes. Plus, it'd be nice to sleep near you.

He grins and chuckles. "So does that make me the miracle gummi bear? I think that might actually be a first here." Leaning back he smiles warmly. "Anything that'll help you Kuro." [And now a brief look into Ains mind] Shadow: You have no idea what you're doing are you? Aincrad: Not a damn clue. Shadow: Well it's your funeral.

*he taps on Aincrad's shoulder which shocks him dues to Renox being a conduit of Arc lightning* Have you seen 9S lately? Been a while since I saw that Survey YoRHa.

Aincrad immediately tenses up as the current runs through him. "Well that was absolutely shocking." He shakes his head then turns to the Warlock. "Never met a person named that, you sure you're asking the right person?" (Phones about to die and no charger so I'm sorry if I can't respond.)

Well he is a YoRHa android, assistant of 2B, I blamed him for his kind of killing my fellow guardians, he's my height but knock down two feet and eight inches, wears all black.

*Urumi was still here and no one cares*

Maybe. Who knows, but I approve of you being a miracle gummi bear Ain. She yawns again, closing her eyes for a few seconds. Man... I'm getting too tired.

Aincrad shrugs while looking at the warlock. "Sorry bud, I've never met anyone matching those descriptions. Some weird ass names though. Try a machine shop then, if they are androids." Shaking his head he chuckles and pats Kuro's shoulder. "Get some sleep then. The Miracle Gummi Bear will watch over you."

*Diego enters the Velvet Room on his horse, Silver Bullet, while looking around* "Hmm, well this is a strange place."

Aincrad chuckles and lies back closing his eyes and whispers to himself. "Welp this is a thing now." Smiling he looks at the surroundings and nods at the bar. "Heppy if you please." Shadow forms behind it and grabs a glass of water shaking his head. "You know, I don't know who to feel sorry for anymore, but it's almost certainly not you." Walking to him he hands Ain the glass. "You'll have to make a choice sooner or later. And you'll have to deal with the consequences like an actual person." Aincrad shakes his head and sighs, draining the glass quickly. "You of all people should know my decision. I just don't know if I should say it." He sighs and looks around at the Casino and at Kuro. "But I can't run away from this like the last time." Shadow grabs the glass and starts walking back to the bar. "Like last time? You still don't realize you're still running." Placing it down in the sink and cleaning it quickly he shakes his head. "Before you make any decision you'll have to face it. Your palace wasn't your only demon. You'll have to face the rest of them. How you do so is up to you." Aincrad sighs and nods subtly. "Yeah I know. I know." He speaks now to himself only, Shadow long gone. Slowly he brings out his phone and eyes the app, his hand trembling a little as he tries to press it, but stops, shaking his head and putting it away. He looks down at Kuro and smiles, leaning his head back and closing his eyes. "Goodnight."

*Urumi was still awake and here... just doing nothing*

A sentient mass of fire bursts into the cafe and points to Urumi. Hey! Did you think you could just leave me behind? You don't leave Fire behind...Fire leaves you!

*Urumi nopes out of here*