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Persona_2

The Pondering of Philemon...

I have sensed that many members of humanity are in need of counseling and I have decided to aid them the best I can.

Tatsuya

Aid us huh? *He sighs* Well I might as well stop by never get too speak with you... Actually screw advice Phil I wanna try an get to know ya! I mean how many people try too befriend you?

Persona_2

Not many, I only appear when I am needed and try not to interfere with humanity any more than that, however, it seems my power has been reduced in this "Nexus". I have been unable to adapt to the rules of this new world, unlike the crawling chaos.

Tatsuya

... Could you try and make somebody your avatar? I mean Nyarly always hands out that Persona of himself so why not you?

Persona_2

I do not wish to get so directly involved with the world, after all, I am only here to guide you along your way and granting someone such power wouldn't serve to guide them. You must find your own path, that is the true power of Persona.

Tatsuya

Eh fair enough... So that put aside there anything you do for fun Phil?

Persona_2

I have an odd craving for flower nectar since taking on this form, it seems the main mind of the butterfly was severed into pieces when Nyarlathotep we're separated. Other than that I traverse the sea of human souls gazing upon new forms that emerge from within.

Tatsuya

... Huh you really don't get out much eh Phil? *He grins* I swear man you should get a hobby.

Persona_2

I am unsure of what you speak of, the sea of human souls is quite fascinating.

Tatsuya

*He chuckles* Well maybe I should look into sometime... Huh that might actually be a good idea, what are my odds of something going badly wrong?

Mao

I have a cunning plan...

Persona_2

Provided that you do not disrupt the balance of a human soul, there should be almost no risk of a new shadow world forming from your existence within the unconscious world.

Persona_2

A demon...? How curious, have you come for a friendly chat?

Tatsuya

... Hmm if you don't mind I'd actually like to learn about it then. This stuff has always been interesting to me since I learned about it.

Mao

Oh it's Phil, sure what do things like you do for entertainment?

Tatsuya

Gaze into the sea of souls it seems.

Persona_2

@Tatsuya
It is hard for me to express in simple words, but it is the realm all humans exist in unconsciously, it is the manifestation of will that drives all human life, this is the same power that makes up a Persona, it's easiest to think of it as a force that propels everything that lives forward.

Kazuya

"In need of counseling" you say?
Well...you really have some strange goals.

Persona_2

Entertainment...I suppose I also watch those who are chosen on their journeys.

Mao

What an odd guy

Tatsuya

A force that moves us all forward huh... So how does one observe something like that?

Persona_2

I wish to guide all of humankind...no, all who need aid of the mind may speak with me. I will help any who need it.

Kazuya

I see...
*He crosses his arms*
I'm still curious about what you meant by me not being at my "full potential"...what did you mean by that?
You said that to so suddenly when I was with Claire the other day...

Persona_2

You have yet to understand what it means to truly have allies, but I also feel that there is much light inside you as well. Your hope is much brighter than most I have felt.

Kazuya

There's light inside of me...?
And what do you mean "hope"? I mean, are you really that empty now...?
I can't possibly have that much hope in me.

Tatsuya

So I'm curious what do I feel to you Philemon?

Persona_2

Believe in yourself, Kazuya. You are stronger than you think.

Mao

How about me? I'm sure I have some inner thoughts.

Kazuya

...
Stronger than I think, huh...

*He stands there in silence*

Tatsuya

*He smirks* That's high praise coming from Phil.

Persona_2

The same thing I've always felt, Tatsuya. You possess light as well, but it seems to have become more "stagnant" over the years.

Persona_2

A demon...It seems you have light within you, but it's more of dim light, it seems to be directed towards wealth.

Tatsuya

Stagnant huh... Yeah I know what you mean, I'm trying to change that these days but I know damn well I lost my path for a long time.

Mao

I think i already knew that much...

Kazuya

Phil, what does it actually mean to be a Persona user?
*Blue flames engulf his body as a gigantic sword appears behind him*
Everyone has a mythological or historial being...but my Persona, Kusanagi, is nothing but a sword...is this trully the identity of my soul? How can a weapon be my mask...?

Persona_2

The soul of man takes many forms, it is the power of your will that determines that form, you have suffered through many hardships thus a blade that could even slay a God was necessary.

Starwaddle

Question: how is a Shadow-sona made? I've had mine for longer then my Persona, and never knew how it happened.

Kazuya

My will...
Then hoe does evolution work?
I heard that many of the now veteran Persona-user's Persona changed forms and became stronger than ever before...
How do you trigger something like that?

Persona_2

A shadow becoming a Persona, even I am unsure of the method but as I've said Persona's take many forms, usually dependent on one's way of dealing with the hardships of their respective worlds, though for a shadow to be one's Persona they must have a rather different outlook on the world.

Persona_2

That, Kazuya, is something only you can figure out. It is only through one's own power that Personas shift and change.

Tatsuya

I think I can answer that Kaz. At least for me it was about feeling something... Mine came from wanting to protect people. Maya.. Lisa even that jackass Eikichi. *He chuckles* I always got stronger when someone I cared about was in danger, but I think it's different for everyone.

Starwaddle

Huh...well, being a goddess does give me a very different outlook...neat.

Kazuya

I see...
*He thinks for a moment*
I can only hope it will happen when I need it most...!
Alright, thanks a lot Philemon...I'll be taking my leave now, see you later!
*With a smile, he turns around and walks away*

bluehairedemo

... Are you the good butterfly?

Persona_2

I am many things and whether you believe I am good or not is a matter of perspective. Some have said that I believe in humanity to a fault, to the point where I take dangerous risks because of that belief.

bluehairedemo

Yeah you're the good one. *He sighs* The team has been falling apart... I don't know what I should do...

Tatsuya

*He rises out of the shadows* We're falling apart? I'm interested to hear your thoughts Yuki.

bluehairedemo

It's hard to explain... but we're not exactly working together. We put up with each other but that's about it...

Persona_2

A team that shares no bonds cannot survive, you must have hope in one another, if you cannot put your faith in another then this world truly is doomed.

Tatsuya

I mean I don't just put up with guys. You're the best friends I've had in over a decade... Might blind me to the others issues.

bluehairedemo

Yeah... We aren't soldiers... we're a group of people that banded together to stop people from hurting the ones we love. I think we somewhat lost that...

Persona_2

Just look into yourself and you will see who your true friends are.

Tatsuya

I mean I'm fighting to protect people... Though it's in less general sense than normal late.

bluehairedemo

I think we need to bring that back.

Tatsuya

*He grins at Yuki.* Well I think I've kinda gained at here of late... Though frankly man we've been thinking the same thing recently. Still what have ya got in mind?

bluehairedemo

A speech. I know it's cliche but we need to remind everyone why we formed the team.

Tatsuya

Well we've had a few of those lately... Still it can't hurt, you need anything from me?

bluehairedemo

Just your faith, well according to the butterfly.

Tatsuya

Well you've already got that Yuki, I don't call people my friends lightly and you're one... I don't really know you as well as I'd like but still I trust you with my life! *He grins*

"Blah blah rank up"

bluehairedemo

Hey, you've been using those fusion skills a lot. You know there's an easier way to do it.

Tatsuya

... Wait there is? What's that.

bluehairedemo

I'll show ya.

*Training montage :D*

You starting to get it?

Tatsuya

*He nods* Hmm yeah... So ya gotta form some kinda link between the Personas. Thanks Yuki that'll come in handy. And I gotta get some rest now see ya tomorrow. *He walks off then rides away on his motorcycle*

bluehairedemo

*He nods* See ya.