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Independent, selective Botan from Yoshihiro Togashi's Yu Yu Hakusho

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i. questions. ii. carrd. iii. ask meme tag. iv. headcanon tag. v. post-canon verse. vi. plot ideas tag. vii. multimuse.

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Muse A is forced into an arranged marriage with a noble they despise. They’ve always followed the rules, lived up to expectations—until they meet Muse B.

Muse B is everything Muse A was warned against—a scandalous figure, a reckless adventurer, a person with nothing to lose. Their attraction is undeniable, but so is the danger.

Can they fight their fate, or will they burn everything down for love?

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Spirited Away - Plot Idea

— At the border between realms, there exists a river. The Sanzu flows between mundane and extraordinary, mortal and spirit, life and death. The dead wake upon it's shores to be guided over three crossings to the land of Yomi. But further down, there are bridges that lead elsewhere. To lands of yokai and yurei and all manners of things that only exist in legend.

Great King Enma, ruler of Yomi, has a territory that expands further down the River. There, far from the sight of the dead, stands a bathhouse on the river front. Just cross the bridge to find a luxury hotel filled with all manner of beings from beyond the realms.

The bathhouse, Higan Onsen, is an opulent landmark in Reikai, run by Enma's son, Prince Koenma. Koenma is charged with guarding the gateways between worlds as well as overseeing the bathhouse's operations. The house is staffed by the shinigami, who live under Enma's rule, while the ogre's work labor positions behind the scenes. The price for a night's stay may be steep but you'll hardly find a more luxurious spot, to rest your body and your soul.

And while the onsen may seem to be a paradise, it is owned and managed by the feared King Enma, lord of the dead and he is not one to be tested.

Botan has worked at the Onsen for several years, arriving one day with few memories and a contract to work from Enma, who found her wandering the shore. She is well liked by guests for her bubbly demeanor and primarily serves as an attendant in the baths and spa areas. She also works closely with Koenma, often serving as both messenger and assistant. They've become friends after her arrival and she doesn't mind her job here.

—Possible plot points

Like Haku, Botan appears as a shinigami but has origins elsewhere, potentially also being a river spirit born of the Sanzu.

Botan has a secondary form. mb a dragon. mb a cat. mb a dragon cat.

Perhaps your muse is a guest of the house. Or maybe they have wandered where they shouldn't, a demon forbidden to enter alongside the other yokai, a human who has become lost, or a human who knows exactly where they are. Or maybe they work for the house as well.

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𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝐎𝐅 𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐄 & 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐒

@thuganomxcs : 014. Detail one secret shame your character feels. 019. If they could have a superpower, what would they choose? 036. How honorable is your character? (LOL Saw the 'do they believe in an afterlife question' and I'm here laughing like 'what if someone asks her that not knowing who Botan is. someone do it please XD) Character Development

014. Detail one secret shame your character feels.

While Botan tends to be pretty confident seeming, she struggles a lot with feeling inadequate, especially in comparison to those around her. She's not particularly strong nor is she the most intelligent. And when it comes to times of crisis, she's often the one left standing to the side or needing to be protected, sometimes even rescued. And that's something that bothers a lot. She doesn't think her role is unimportant and thinks she's good at her job but she can't help but want to be more helpful and able to stand on her own without having to rely on others. She's spent a lot of time trying to improve her own abilities, focusing on her healing and barriers so that she has more to offer during a conflict. She's sensitive by nature and her emotions are often close to the surface and while she likes that about herself it also means that she's weak to criticism, especially from herself. And when she's feeling down, she tends to withdraw or hide behind a smile. She's working on it, but it's still something she feels a lot of doubt around, even if she's reassured by those around her.

019. If they could have a superpower, what would they choose?

The power to make Yusuke behave. If she was totally human, I think she'd want to be able to fly. The idea would just seem like so much fun (and convenient). Given that she already has that ability along with several others, if she were to add something else to her repertoire I think she would blurt out that she wants to turn into a cat so she can nap in the sun. I also think she'd have a lot of fun being able to breath under water, she loves to swim and being able to dive with restrictions would be exciting for her.

036. How honorable is your character?

Very. She's someone that knows that in some circumstances, one may have to use violence or dishonest tactics. But if that's the case, she thinks it should be done for good rather than to cause suffering to others. She's a selfless person who tries to help others and do the right thing. Part of her job entails calming people who have been through terrible ordeals, resulting in their deaths. And that's part of her job that she takes very seriously, it's why she always greets people with a smile. She can be a little naive at times, but she wants everyone to get along and have fun and she hates seeing other people suffer.

"Not believe in the afterlife? I know some humans don't believe in anything, including me for that matter, but it's not their fault they have no psychic awareness. I work very hard to make sure everyone gets to the after life as easy as possible. Goodness-- imagine someone who doesn't believe that money is real working at a bank?"

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❀࿐ Verse ( Goddess. )

The land was once filled with magic of all kinds. And the spirits that bestowed these gifts lived on both sides of the universe's border; the lands of the seen and unseen, mortal and gods. But as time wore on and the human's beliefs began to waver, a stricter border was drawn and many being withdrew from the mortal realm, allowing the earth to evolve without them. Shrines still remained across the lands, humans giving thanks, some still believing that the gods watched over them, just from a father perch. Magic was far from gone, it was just harder to find.

One such shrine exists on the bank of a wide river, filled with life, surrounded by think trees and peony bushes. It's a small building, cast into the forest, a far journey for any devotees. The torii at the beginning of it's stone path, just before the bridge across the river, are said to house the boundary between life and death. And those who pray here do so for fear of their mortal soul.

The spirit who lives here is said to be a kind one. Goddess of Lost Souls, Lady of the Sanzu-no-Kawa, The Peony at the Graveside. Not all who die cross over peacefully, some cling to life or find themselves wandering the River's shore with no direction. She will soothe your soul of all hardships, sing melodies to draw even the most stagnant soul forward. And if you find yourself plagued by unfinished business, She will wait patiently for you. Her symbols are the flowing river on which her shrine is built, the peonies that blanket the surrounding area, and the river otters that once densely populated the region. The people called her Botan, death's peony.

When humans began to shift away from the gods and their expansion threatened the wild areas, many deities withdrew from the mortal world. And Botan, who has watched those that once tended her shrine pass and move on, decided to hide away her home. A barrier hides her from the unknowing eye and protects the otters and cats she has raised. But she has always loved to watch the humans, more drawn to them then her fellow gods. And against the advisement of older deities, she sometimes slips through the barrier, to watch Life before it is lost.

If you happen to meet her, know that her curiosity is genuine and that she is not one to be feared. She may appear as a human, a young woman in flowing robes, but there's something greater that swirls inside her, some boundless energy. Her disguise is only on the surface, beneath it she longs to bloom. If you're lucky, you might even stumble upon her shrine. And if you seek her out, be sure to bring something sweet to offer.

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𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝐎𝐅 𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐄 & 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐒

@thuganomxcs : B-O-T-A-N (was going for Urameshi Botan, but that'd kill ya. XD) Sexy ABCs

B ─ Breeding. Is this one of their kinks ? Do they often have unprotected sex ? Have they ever had any pregnancy scares ?

Botan's pretty good about using protection. Since she tends to get flustered when it comes to sex, 'being prepared' is one of the ways she calms her nerves. She does want to have children but she wants it to be deliberate, she's big on things being special and intentional, she's a romantic. I don't think she'd have a particular kink for it, she definitely wouldn't like any related dirty talk that's degrading or objectifying however from a more romantic/praising angle, she might just enjoy it.

O ─ O’clock. What time do they usually have sex  ( mornings, late at night, during lunch break, etc… ) ?  Are they usually in a rush, or do they take their time ? How about on weekends / holidays ?  

Evening usually works best, that way they can relax afterwards without worrying about rushing or having to go somewhere after. She likes having time to cuddle, clean up and calm down. However there is also something alluring about sleepy morning sex... especially if they don't have plans later.

T ─ Turn ons & offs. What do they do to turn each other on ?  Is there something the other does that turns them off ?Have they told them about it ?

Botan sometimes has a hard time articulating exactly what turns her on, she knows what she likes but putting it into words can be tricky. She will tell you in the moment and is pretty obvious when she likes something, she's honest in her reactions no matter how much she might try to hide her blush. She doesn't really have an extensive vocabulary when it comes to kink anyway but would answer questions when prompted, it might be easier to list things. She likes when sex is fun and loving, likes lingerie, praise, or slight possessive behavior (call her yours). When it comes to things that turn her off, she's more firm with it. Botan is a 'I'll try (mostly) anything once' kind of person, in all facets. But if she finds something that she doesn't like, she will stop mid act and say something. Most notable turn offs include degradation(teasing is fine but being mean is a no go) and violent kinks (again, teasing is fine as well as things like biting or scratching, which she enjoys, but no pain play and don't hit her face).

A ─ After care. Do they take care of each other after sex ? How ?

Aftercare is important to her. She wants to get cleaned up and will help her partner with it and then she wants to cuddle. If her partner were to reject being close with her after, she'd be hurt by it. Kiss her, hold her, tell her she did well and she'll be very happy. She can be pretty clingy afterward and likes having time to cool off with her partner. In return, she'll make sure her partner is alright, fulfill any immediate needs and kiss and cuddle them.

N ─ Nudes. Do they send them to each other ?  Do they save them on their phones ?  Do they keep them to themselves, or do they show them to their friends ?  Have they ever sent one to a wrong number ?

Botan would likely be embarrassed over the idea of taking nude pictures of herself. She does tend to take a lot of selfies, especially if she has on a cute outfit, this will include swimsuits or more revealing outfits, where her intention isn't sexual but the result might be. It's more likely that she'd be willing to take a risque pictures, like if she's wearing cute lingerie, especially if prompted by her partner. Those kinds of pictures would be strictly for her partner's eyes.

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sorry if things are kind of slow or jumbled this week. I'm having to discontinue a lof of my meds for some tests im doing on friday and i'm not having The Most Fun with it

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Hey, how do you feel about Botan x Kurama?

So first, I'll ship most things if prompted. I just think it's fun. Like, it's very rare for me to speak negatively about fan content. The only time I'll really bitch about a ship is if it's canon bc that's fair game

ANYWAY

I do think Botan and Kurama are cute as a ship and there's some really cool content out there for it (from going through fan content i think this is probs one of the main ships for Botan, esp among older content. (I like seeing what ships are popular lol))

I think Botan's very cheery demeanor can be a nice balance against Kurama's more reserved nature. She's bubbly, bouncy, optimistic where as Kurama is put together, a little cynical and more analytical versus Botan's emotional. Esp when you look at the way Kurama has changed from his life as Yoko through his human identity, gaining a better appreciation for life and mortality put against a shinigami with a high value for the beauty of life could be really fun. Plus, his more mischievous side, cunning fox vs playful cat, would be a fun dynamic.

TL;DR I ship it :3

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World Building pt 1 - Realms

Within the various medias, we see evidence of at least four separate realms within YYH. Given the description of Reikai is often that of a nexus between various planes of existence, I don't think it's far fetched to think there could be others between just humans and demons. The headcanon I'm expanding is the existence of five primary realms, with Reikai in the center.

Reikai - Spirit World

— This is the central realm to all others. It is through Reikai that the other worlds can be accessed. Reikai's primary function is that of a convergence point between realms and the arbiter of dead souls. Reikai is home to portals to the other realms as well as access to the multitude of afterlives, all guided by the Sanzu no Kawa. Reikai has been ruled by Great King Enma for centuries, a spirit on par with a god who has authority over the Gate of Judgement. His rule was most recently brought to an end by his son Koenma after evidence of his misdeeds were brought to the surface. Reikai is a realm beyond just the palace and the Gate of Judgement, home to a variety of spirits, including shinigami and ogres.

Ningenkai - Human World

— Earth, the natural realm of humans as the dominant conscious beings. Reikai has long since stood as 'protector' of the human world, however the truth of Enma's corruption suggests otherwise. The humans are considered the weakest of the realm's creatures. Once, the border between Ningenkai and Makai was open and demons and humans coexisted in the early days of existence. Since the border was closed by Enma, humans have lost much of their spiritual awareness and have since forgotten about their connection, regarding the past as nothing but myths and legends. While modern humans still have spiritual energies, it remains dormant in most people. Some are born with the ability to perceive the unseen worlds or even utilize this power as a psychic. Others can have their senses awoken through exposure.

Makai - Demon World

— The natural realm for demons. There are many different subspecies of demons, conscious beings that utilize yoki in place of reiki. Demons, while still having organs and biological functions, are powered by the energy within their 'core', a separate organ that houses their ki and the source of their individual abilities. All demons share some mutual traits such as enhanced healing, the existence of a core and yoki, however the expression of these powers vary from species to species. They once coincided with Ningenkai but after the border was closed, they were forced to live under Reikai's distant observation. Some species of Makai exist in isolation however the bulk of Makai is separated into three regions, each ruled by a separate King. This was changed in the aftermath of Raizen's, King of Tourin, death. The new rule of Makai is decided by tournament, suggested by Yusuke as Raizen's heir.

Meikai - Nether Realm

— This realm was known for housing dark, malevolent gods and demons. It was once ruled over by Yakumo before a battle between him and Enma over control of Ningenkai ended in Yakumo's defeat. Enma condensed all of the power of the Nether Realm into a Power Sphere as he was unable to content with the power on his own. The residents of Meikai were sealed away in empty space. However Yakumo was able to break free of the seal and sought out the Power Sphere to restore his world and take control over Ningenkai. He was defeated by Team Urameshi and is presumed dead, the power sphere was destroyed in the battle.

Tenkai - Takamagahara - Celestial Realm

— In the early days of humans, the gods helped shape and govern the living worlds. However when the border between realms was closed and the humans began to move away from their beliefs and need for the gods, they decided to retire to their own realm. The Celestial Realm is a closed realm where gods and high spirits reside. It's believed to house the powers to create worlds and life itself. There hasn't been contact with them in centuries as they seem disinterested in the lands of mortals. Some wonder if this is where Enma will retire to.

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the minute that it becomes public knowledge that Yukina has known Hiei is her brother this whole time, Botan just like collapses onto her hands and knees like she's been holding her breath. Like, it is killing her not to open her big mouth about this, she's got a whole book about comments she would have made, she wants to gossip so bad. She is a terrible liar and it's only under the threat of death that she managed to keep this secret and WDYM YOU KNEW THIS WHOLE TIME????? orz

and now she will be Insufferable bc she can gush about it openly so good luck Hiei

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so i was thinking about it but i think in like, classic supernatural creature aus or modern fantasy (werewolves, vampires, etc), Botan would be a witch. Has a little cabin by a river with her cat, good at potion making and magic but a little clumsy. Still rides on her oar. Good with healing magic, curious about other creatures, sometimes gets called to help with hauntings bc she can see and talk to ghosts.

vampire would also be interesting.

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The Act of Dying - Part One

I want to kind of elaborate and also change a few ways that Dying works in YYH and what the role of the Ferry Girls is. I want to integrate more mythology based ideas into it since we don't really get a lot of information for how Reikai and the Gate of Judgement actually operate. Also, disclaimer that I am not an expert, I just like reading wikipedia and similar articles. I was a religion minor in college but that was a billion years ago.

First, some basics about the Underworld from mythology.

The river in which Botan pilots is the Sanzu no Kawa (this is translated in the english dub as the River Styx which is kind of the Greek equivalent. I think this was just an attempt by the dub company to make the idea more recognizable for a western audience and less a literal translation.)

The Sanzu no Kawa means literally 'Three World River' (I've also seen it referred to as the River of Three Crossings) and is a realm of existence in Japanese Buddhist tradition. Upon death, souls were believed to awake on the shore of the Sanzu river where they would be given three options for crossing depending on the sins and virtues of one's life. In Japanese funeral tradition, bodies were buried with six mon — a form of Japanese currency between 1336-1870. The toll was six mon in order to cross the river. The three passages were a bridge, a deep ford and snake infested waters, ordered from most to least virtuous.

In addition to the river itself there exists the Sai no Kawara (River-plain of the Dead), a boundary zone in which the souls of dead children who were too young to cross would be aided by Jizo-Bosatsu (a Bohdisattva - essentially a Buddha who sticks around to help people instead of ascending to Nirvana). Along the shore, it is said that Oni (probably where we get the Ogres in canon) wander and may attack lost souls. There also exists an old (often described as ugly or ogre looking) woman known as Datsue-ba who strips the clothes of the deceased and uses them to weigh their souls, determining their virtue and thus the appropriate afterlife.

Other notable facts and figures

King Enma - Known as King Enma in Japanese and Yama or Yan in other east Asian cultures (Buddhist or Hindu) is the King of Hell and the judge that presides over the dead and the afterlives (Narakas in Hindu). He is the final judge for the dead seen as both King and a godly figure.

Yomi - Yomi-no-Kuni (World of Darkness) The Land of the Dead. This is the realm in which the dead exist. This land is ruled by the goddess Izanami who died after giving birth. The entrance to Yomi was sealed off by Izanagi after he went to fetch Izanami and ended up abandoning her. He refers to the land as 'polluted'. According to ancient texts, the literal entrance is believed to be in Izumo providence.

Izanami - Primordial goddess of creation and death. Together with her brother-husband Izanagi, they created the Japanese Archipelago. She later dies and winds up in the land of Yomi, where she ate the land's food and became one with it. Izanagi, horrified to find his sister-wife had become rotted and dead tried to run away and sealed the entrance on his way out. She responded by bringing death to mortals.

Yomotsu Hirasaka - The cliffside or slope of Yomi. A boundary realm believed to exist between the lands of the dead and living. This is likely where the Sanzu River is located as well as the opening that Izanagi sealed. The entrance is referred to as Ifuyasaka in Izumo.

There's a lot of mixed mythologies in these given that Japan adopts customs from Shinto, Taoism and Buddhism and the line gets blurred a lot along the way. Also a lot of similarities to Chinese and other asians cultures because of cultural influence and the way Buddhism spread east from India, changing a lot of practices in order to appeal to more eastern cultures. (there are a lot of different types of Buddhism, mostly tied to different locations and the preexisting cultures.)

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𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝐎𝐅 𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐄 & 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐒

@thuganomxcs : [ 🗡️ ]ㅤ.ㅤwhat is a scar that they have but never talk about ? Heacanon Prompts

The only scar Botan has is the one she received from Yakumo during the Netherworld crisis. When she was given the Netherworld sphere, she could barely hold it. The sphere itself is condensed energy, like a small star contained in a glass orb. It's hot to the touch and incredibly powerful and with Yakumo's revival, the energy was awaken. The only way for Botan to carry it was to absorb it into her physical form, acting as a host in order to contain it. She had hoped to mask the energy signature with her own in order to delay Yakumo's search. This caused her body to overload, she spiked an intense fever and became comatose, using all conscious effort just to contain the energy. When Yakumo captured her and attempted to remove the sphere, he reached into her body, prompting her to awaken and fight back. She held his hand, the sphere half inside her body, but ultimately was too weak to restrain him. In the aftermath of the fight, she was injured and exhausted, her ki reacting like a blow outlet. She discovered that because of the sphere's contact with her body, a faint burn was left against her torso, below her chest where the solar plexus would be. The scar has faded since then and now resembles a vague sun shape, a few shades whiter than her skin. It's easy to miss on first glance.

She tends not to talk about it or draw attention to it since the entire experience was traumatic for her. While she was unconscious for most of the event, she was plagued by terrible visions and nightmares while the sphere tried to corrupt and then assimilate with her body. It was an internal power struggle she nearly lost and the fact that she was able to contain such an enormous power, even briefly, is no small miracle. But it's something she'd rather not dwell on, feeling insecure despite performing far better than anyone would have guessed of a young shinigami hosting the power of an entire realm. The memories she has of that time still scare her and any mention of Yakumo makes her blood run cold. Typically, her healing factor would prevent any normal scarring but more severe trauma can still leave marks. So the fact that she has a scar, however faint, is poignant. On a few occasions, she had nightmares surrounding the ordeal which leave phantom pains against her skin, like holding a fire against her stomach.

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❀࿐ Verse ( Genshin Impact. )

Name: Botan Title: Blossoming Ferryman A Ferryman on Reikai Island Vision: None. Constellation: Stygius Paeonia Rarity: ★★★★ Element: Hydro Weapon: Polearm Special Dish: Anmitsu Region: Inazuma

Botan is a young shinigami, a yokai able to communicate with the dead and travel to the borderlands between Life and Death. She lives on Reikai Island, a small island to the east of Narukami Island. There, she serves as a ferryman, escorting people across the river that encapsulates the main city.

Reikai Island used to be it's own entity; prior to the Archon Wars, it was ruled by King Enma, a powerful yokai. During the war, gods competed for territory and Enma joined the battles only to be usurped by his son, Prince Koenma, and sealed away beneath the palace. After that, Koenma sought an alliance with the original Electro Archon. Reikai thus became part of Inazuma though it largely runs independently under Koenma's guidance. Reikai has always been a land brimming with spiritual energy and has been home to many different yokai factions over the years, rarely receiving human visitors who seem too leery of the powers the yokai hold. It remains a sanctuary for yokai and all manners of magic.

The island itself is small and most notably features a large river that surrounds the main city. This river is dangerous to cross, both because of it's current and also because of the power it holds. The river is said to shield the gateway to the underworld, something hidden within the city and does not take kindly to trespassers. In order to cross into the city, one must be escorted by a Ferryman, a being bounded with the river and capable of sailing across it.

Botan works as a Ferryman under Koenma's employ. She's lived on Reikai Island her whole life but is interested in someday seeing the rest of the world. She may not be a vision holder but she has innate magic connected to her being a shinigami and connects with the elemental of Hydro. In addition to this is her ability to see and interact with ghosts who have yet to pass on and cross into the borderland between Life and Death. Aside from her work as a literal boatman, shinigami working on the river may also be tasked with escorting wayward spirits who have yet to pass on. Inazuman legends says that those who die will wake on the shores of Reikai and should seek out the Ferrymen for a ride to the Underworld.

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𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 & 𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐓

Botan's the kind of person that if you're in a relationship with her, she will love you with her whole heart. Her ideal partner would be more than a lover, a best friend, someone who can keep up with her energy and make her laugh. Someone that will let her drag them around, chattering the night away. She's a blabbermouth, an airhead, and a terribly busybody, she'll gladly yap your ear off. And she'd want someone who can contend with all that, who watches the way she lights up when talking and doesn't mind following her on whatever adventure she's decided on. Or better yet, someone who will match her toe to toe, rather than just trailing along listlessly.

In a relationship, she'd be attentive and want to know everything about you but not pushing until you're ready to talk. She's pretty physical by nature, not necessarily in a PDA type way (she's easily embarrassed) but she likes to feel the warmth of the person next to her. Just be aware that if you hold her hand, you're basically giving her permission to drag you about. You might have to remind her to sit down and stop talking every once in a while because sometimes she gets lost in her own voice. Her love langues are Quality Time and Physical Touch. She's an oddball, but she's loyal and dependable. She's honest to a fault with a big heart.

Botan is, unfortunately, not the best at picking up on others romantic feelings toward her. She's the type to find out you have a crush, press you for details, completely oblivious to the fact that she's the one you like. You've really gotta be direct otherwise she'll just think you're really good friends. In the same manner, sometimes her behavior might come off as flirtatious but that's just her personality. She's usually the last one to realize her own feelings.

Other facts

She's been on a few dates before but never anything serious or long term

Most would admit that she's cute but her personality can be.. a lot to handle and friends have suggested that she's gonna scare people off. She's always been a little on the strange side

She's a romantic

Girl falls hard in love but will not figure it out

Would like to get married and is okay, if not a little intimidated, by the idea of having kids if her partner wants to.

She is bisexual

As far as sex, she'd likely only sleep with someone she trusts. She'd be much more shy in bed, especially at the beginning but if you can make her laugh and smile, she'll settle. She'd be open to trying new things but would have hard limits on anything involving pain or degradation. She thinks sex should be fun and is about trust and connection. Don't be afraid to be silly in bed! After care is always important and she's going to want to cuddle after getting cleaned up. Energizer bunny! She is a virgin as none of her relationships have been long enough to develop sexually and she's not really the type for a casual hook up.

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Botan has a small tattoo on her left hip, just underneath where the top of her pants lay, barely poking up over it. She got it while out with Shizuru. They had both been drinking and Shizuru, who already has a few hidden tattoos, wanted another and managed to convince Botan to do it too. It's a pink peony blossom with a butterfly perched on it. ( Peony for her namesake, she liked the flower tattoos the artist had as examples and Shizuru pointed out her name. And butterflies are often viewed as representations of the souls of the deceased. ) Botan has never really brought up the tattoo outside of her trips to the hot springs with the other girls and because of it's placement, you're unlikely to see it unless she's in a bathing suit. If you look closely, you might see the top of it over the hem of her pants if her shirt were to rid up or she's stretching. For her, it's a fond, if not silly, memory. And Shizuru has posited how it might look after a while since Botan's set to live for quite a while.

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@thuganomxcs : All of us who know therewas some serious reading to decide on the stone XD

From The Crystal Bible and other sources -

Moonstone is the "stone of new beginnings." The stone is reflective with an adularescence effect that evokes the image of the moon's soft glow and is a variety of feldspar. It reminds us that, as the moon waxes and wanes, everything is part of a cycle of change. It's most powerful effect is that of calming the emotions, promoting intuition, empathy and lucid dreaming. Moonstone has traditionally been used to enhance psychic abilities abilities and develop clairvoyance. It was considered sacred in multiple cultures with connections to the moon and spirituality. Properties include,

Calms overreactions and emotional triggers.

Filled with receptive, feminine energy. Balances male-female energies and aids men who want to get in touch with their feminine side.

Opens the mind to sudden and irrational impulses, serendipity and synchronicity.

Improves emotional intelligence. Placed on the solar plexus, it helps to draw out old emotional patterning so that it can be understood and then dissolved.

Pink Moonstone in particular - Encourages self discovery and self reflection, cultivates compassion and empathy.