To Emiko, duality is a lifestyle. She's both cutesy and rebellious. Sweet and tough. Her pastimes include: playing with dolls, doing makeup tutorials online, chasing the Flower Bunny (who she adores), and throwing the best parties. Technology is an important aspect of Emiko's life, especially since her childhood best friend, Valeria Lopez, moved away from Japan at a young age. It's allowed them to keep in touch.
I always like when she appears in CAS because she's adorable. I wanted to play up the soft feeling I get from her. I love how she contrasts with her BFF Valeria Lopez.
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My Rintaro Mori a.k.a. Ougai Canon Divergent Plot
This is just an Au or Canon Divergence that I came up with.
I am trying to imagine a younger Mori as a very eccentric yet calm person, much like his older self. A few bits of his younger self are actually way too similar to Yosano and Dazai, referencing his dialogue during Underground Clinic Timeline.
He was born in the Mori household as the eldest son, living in the Shimane prefecture along with his 3 younger siblings, sister Emiko, brother Chouji/Junshirou, brother Takeshi, and their parents. Their family served as hereditary physicians to a daimyo or feudal lord of the Tsuwano Domain; and because he is the eldest, he was expected to carry on the family traditions and follow his father's footsteps.
Mori's mother shaped his early years by fostering a strict discipline that prioritized academic excellence. While Mori started his studies of Confucius and Mencius at the young age of two, he soon developed a passion for Chinese philosophy, mathematics, medicine, and Dutch. His commitment to these fields led to his success in the fief school, where he was enrolled at the age of seven. (He is a Mama's Boy, so he's alright)
Mori left his hometown for Tokyo to attend medical school, where he added two years to his age to meet the requirements for enrollment. As his father established a private practice in Tokyo, Mori dedicated himself to his medical career, striving to be the best doctor he could be. He was able to balance his love for the arts with his dedication to his patients, making an impact in both fields.
Mori graduated from the University of Tokyo at a very young age, becoming the youngest ever to do so. He started his career as an army surgeon and traveled to Germany (Leipzig, Dresden, Munich, and Berlin) for four years on a study trip sponsored by the Meiji government. During his time in Germany, Mori studied military hygiene under the physician Robert Koch and developed a keen interest in European philosophy and literature. Upon his return to Japan, Mori dedicated himself to efforts aimed at modernizing Japanese medicine and literature. With his extensive knowledge and skills, he made great contributions to both fields and left a lasting legacy.
Mori Rintaro 'Ougai' (13 years old)
-uses They/Them/He/Him pronouns
-Mori is a genderqueer individual who is comfortable breaking gender norms and embracing everyone regardless of their gender. This is rooted in his admiration and respect for his mother, who was unjustly disparaged because of her gender. Mori recognized the biases ingrained in society and is determined to challenge and overcome them. He believes that true potential should be recognized and embraced, and that everyone has the ability to make a positive impact, regardless of their gender.
-Mori finds the process of gaining weight distressing and will physically pinch his stomach to the point of causing pain and injury.
-Mori is deeply enamoured with European history and is deeply passionate about introducing others to the rich and fascinating history of Japan, which he believes is just as much worth appreciation and study as European history. Mori aims to increase awareness of and interest in Japanese history worldwide, so that others may gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of this fascinating and significant part of the world's history.
-Mori has an extraordinarily deep and empathetic understanding of people's thoughts and feelings, but suffers from an internal conflict as he struggles to feel things in the same way that the majority of people do. He is kind and cares deeply for others, but finds it difficult to experience emotions at the same level as those around him. This personal conflict has led Mori to feel out of touch with the world at times, even as he strives to be a positive and uplifting presence in the lives of those around him.
-People Pleaser
-Mori named his ability, an extraordinary talent or power, "Elise" after his first love's desire to name her future daughter, a name that unfortunately never came to fruition due to the individual's premature passing during their adolescence. Mori held deep admiration and attachment to this person, and the name Elise thus represents both his love for this individual and the ability that he gained, making the name especially significant and personal to his own experiences.
-Mori holds a deep admiration for older, empowered women, seeing them as role models and objects of admiration. He likely admires their confidence, authority, and intelligence, as well as their ability to navigate social and societal expectations with grace and strength. He may have experienced a lack of strong female figures in his life growing up, making such figures all the more significant and desirable to him now.
-Mori has a self-assured and confident disposition, believing in his own abilities and recognizing his intelligence. He is aware that he can excel in both academia and life, which has made him somewhat cocky at times, but he also understands the importance of humility. His cocky attitude is a result of his belief in his own natural abilities, but he is also aware that hard work and determination are needed to truly succeed. Therefore, he is not simply arrogant, but rather confident in his own capabilities and understands that the world is full of challenges that will test him along the way.
-Mori has a tendency to challenge the status quo and disregard convention. When presented with a set of rules or expectations, he is likely to find a way to work around them or to subvert them cleverly, rather than following them verbatim. This may manifest as a desire to push boundaries and see how far he can go, or as a preference for alternative and unconventional approaches. Mori values individual freedom and creativity and may see rules as limiting or stifling, leading him to seek out innovative ways to challenge and subvert them.
-chaotic lawful
-Mori's unique individuality and unconventional approach to life has not alienated him from his peers. Despite his unconventional nature, his classmates and those of his age still hold him in high regard, likely because of his intelligence, kindness, and overall positive nature. Mori's willingness to challenge conventional norms and embrace individuality allows him to inspire others to strive for greatness, even if it means going against the grain. This, combined with his charisma and empathy, has made him a respected and admired figure among both his peers and those around him.
-Mori's father desires that his son continue the family tradition of practicing medicine, even though Mori's own interests are focused on insects, flowers, and literature. This conflict between the path Mori has been expected to take and his own passions and interests has created tension and pressure for him. On the one hand, he feels a sense of duty and obligation to his family and tradition, but on the other hand, he feels drawn to pursue his own personal interests and passions. This internal struggle has likely played a significant role in Mori's development as a person, shaping his values, beliefs, and relationships.
-He's a Momma's Boy if I haven't mentioned it enough already.
His Mother's Prodigy... Coming Soon
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The Brights
Chapter 30: Study Groups, Woo!, Part 1
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Julia: When you said study group I didn't expect these many people.
Kit: Study Group, woo!
Daisy: How is everything always "woo" with you?
Becca: The more, the merrier.
Julia: I feel like I really recognise you. Have we met?
Emiko: Yes, I'm one of Grace's-
Julia: Oh! Wait! I've seen you with Valeria.
Emiko: Not what I was about to say, but you know Valeria? She's my best friend.
Julia: We're in the same organisation.
Emiko: Oh, the Gardening Club?
Rose: Sounds like something I'd enjoy.
Julia: Gardening?-
Kit: Yes! Exactly! The Gardening Club!
Emiko: What kind of reaction is that?
Kit: Oh, er…
Rose: They're probably a secret society pretending to be a gardening club. Classic. Just leave it.
Julia: What does is say on that board?
Becca: It's just some information about the third year students' graduation.
Becca: Wait… Do you need glasses?
Julia: Maybe…
Becca: Maybe you should go have a check at the optician.
Julia: But I don't think glasses would suit me.
Becca: Use contacts then.
Julia: They seem scary.
Becca: Why do you think glasses wouldn't suit you?
Julia: I feel like I'd look old.
Becca: Would it feel better if I wore my glasses more often, instead of contacts?
Julia: Maybe…
Becca: I could also go with you to the optician, if it's scary.
Julia: Sure.
Kasen: Can I join? I need glasses too, but I've been putting it off.
Emiko: Same here…
Becca: Let's go all four of us!
Kasen: Awesome.
Becca: I should probably check my eyes too anyway.
Author's note: I won't play the visit at the optician, seems kinda boring to play tbh 😂 So, next time Julia, Becca, Kasen, and Emiko appear they'll wear glasses. Btw, this was the last time Julia wore this outfit in my story, it's time to retire it.
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