Moon Flower

"The flower that glistens in the light of the moon, Cure Moonlight!" Yuri Tsukikage/Cure Moonlight RP blog. Affiliated with realta deiridh.

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The Weather Outside is Frightful

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With any luck Yuri bought her lie. Sure it wasn’t one of her more thought out ones, but Nero was an emperor and what good was anyone in any position of power if they weren’t able to get away with a little white lie or two every once in a while. 

As for the lie itself, well servants were given class names for a reason and as much as Nero would love to announce her presence and declare to the world who she was, there was always that chance someone would make the proper connection, and that would not only result in her losing the element of secrecy, but also ruining the grand reveal she was planning. 

"Yuri. That’s such a lovely name for such a lovely person. Surely this is the start of a wonderful relationship. In commemoration of such an event I’ll cover everything. It’s only polite."

[halfheartseed]

Yuri thought it might have been wise to hide her name, as 'Claudia' had, but her Servant name would have sounded odd to any outsider of the Grail War, while any participant would have known who she was right away. In a way it was less harmful to give her real name in this situation, paradoxically.

"Thank you, I appreciate it. I hope we get along well." Yuri couldn't exactly complain since she was paying. Hopefully 'Claudia' had another side of her besides her first impressions. At the very least, she seemed like a nice person.

[halfheartseed]

A Flowery Encounter | tsukiful

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     ”What weight does it carry if we just met or if we’ve been lifelong companions? Flowers are a universal symbol of happiness in most cases. I wanted to share that.” That wasn’t the answer he’d wanted. Damn it. Tsukiyama could roll with it easily, situations where people beat around the bush or tried to shy away from the answers he sought weren’t fleeting and few, he’d just have to take attention away from how strange a guy he was and make that the new ‘normal’ for him. 

       He clasped his hands behind his back and took a few meandering steps towards the nearest building, eyes drawing skywards with a hand poised on his chin. 

     ”I’d love to, but I already gave them a bouquet yesterday.” A little white lie. Kano was a smart boy, if it somehow came up in the future, Tsukiyama had no doubts he’d go with it to keep up their credibility. “A relationship between Master and Servant is important, as are relationships in general. It’s been difficult meeting friendly faces around this city… I might just have bad luck though.” Whipping around towards her and brushing his fingers through his hair, the Ghoul slid his hands into his pockets. “There’s no such thing as too friendly when you meet someone who’s been a treasure of kindness compared to the other less than warm welcomes I’ve received here.” The lies continued to pile up.

     ”Don’t be afraid to show your friendly side even to the one you were partnered with. If they’re respectable, let’s show them that and go to one of the stores that sell flowers, we can make them a nice arrangement.”

[halfheartseed]

"I suppose that's fair..." Well when he put it like that, she couldn't exactly disagree with him. She did hold flowers in high regard, so she couldn't fault someone for wanting to use them to spread happiness. Of course, she felt this man's motives were somewhat dubious so she was having mixed feelings about the whole affair.

"I see. I suppose I have to agree with you. It's better to have more friends than enemies, and the stronger your bonds are the better, especially if you are partners. Though given out circumstances it's not surprising finding friends is difficult." He managed to come up with convincing replies to her suspicions. Was she mistaken about him, and just being paranoid? Or was he just that skilled of a manipulator? She really couldn't make heads or tails of him. In war, it is hard to discern truth from lies, but being able to do so could mean the difference between life and death. In her mind, she felt it would be dangerous to have him as an enemy, but being outright allies might leave her in the palm of his hand.

"I suppose giving flowers couldn't hurt...but flowers each carry with them their own meaning. The flowers you give and how you do it will convey a message to the recipient. Since different people have different perceptions of how a relationship should be, or how the progress, if you mishandle it, they could feel uncomfortable or question your motives." Indeed, flowers were not just pretty plants, or symbols of happiness but rather a language of emotional symbolism and heartfelt messages. Giving flowers is not something you should go about doing carelessly.

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The Weather Outside is Frightful

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May the gods bless this woman. If Nero did not just climb off her then she would have jumped right back onto her in joy. To get out of this cold was a godsend in itself, but with the addition of a hot drink and the company of a rather cute girl, Nero was as close to heaven as possible right now. 

Of course, there were still introductions to be made. She couldn’t really take this woman up on her offer while they were still complete strangers. Not after how their first encounter. 

"My dear friend, I am serv- I mean….Ne-…… Er…… You can call me Claudia. Yes. That’ll work. I am Claudia. It is my very good pleasure to meet you."

[halfheartseed]

Apparently that pleased her...maybe too much. But getting her some place warm would be preferable to having her cling for warmth. Yuri sighed again; this woman would wear her out just by being around her, she could tell.

The woman stumbled on a bunch of words. Had she sent something wrong out of not thinking clearly or did she accidentally let something slip that she wasn't supposed to? Either way, it caught Yuri's attention. However, she though, given the circumstances, it wouldn't be wise to pursue the issue...for now anyway. Besides, she couldn't help but find the woman's poor attempts to cover up her mistake somewhat humourous. She really was quite the character.

"I...see, Claudia," she said as the two began walking towards the shop, trying to hide her snickering, "That's a nice name. I'm Yuri. Pleased to meet you, too."

[redeyedhero]

Let's Be Friends||halfheartseed

[redeyedhero]

Ayano laughed nervously at the thought of hardcore studying, most of her teachers had been lax enough, them being Takane, Haruka, and Shintaro. Takane was prone to frustrations, but she had done her best, Haruka was always very kind and patient, and Shintaro always taught her reluctantly but he never really complained. While she was sure that Yuri would be a nice teacher, there was no doubt that the Precure would also be a very diligent one. Ayano had the feeling she had a lot of work laid out for her….

“Oh! If you can then, please do, I bet your transformation is amazing! My siblings and I used to watch superhero shows all the time and they mean a lot to us. It makes me even happier now that we’ll be partners!" A real hero, maybe this time, things wouldn’t have to go on as long as they did during the last time. While things had worked out, it was pretty risky.

[halfheartseed]

"Perhaps then we should find some books to study then. It would be best to try and learn these things sooner rather than later; we never know when we might find ourselves in a battle." Indeed, while things have been largely peaceful so far, this was still a war. A conflict was bound to occur sooner or later, so they had to be prepared for that. Ayano would have to be on the top of her game if they were going to make it.

"Very well then..." Yuri pulled out a small put full of seeds from her pocket, as well as crescent shaped seed from around her neck. She popped open the top portion of the pot's lid and thrust the seed inside the mechanism in place there.

"Precure...OPEN MY HEART!"

Yuri was bathed in a silvery, purple light, as she began to transform before Ayano's eyes. Her glasses disappeared, her civilian cloths were replaced with a long, silver dress and even her hair came out more stylish. It must have looked like quite the stunning transformation sequence (probably complete with its own theme music). As the light subsided, it was like a completely different person was standing in her place.

"So, what do you think?" she asked, trying to sound both cool and dignified.

[halfheartseed]

A Flowery Encounter | tsukiful

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     ”I love them all. Dandelions, roses, tulips, poppies, sunflowers, they make for good gifts. Everyone loves receiving flowers unless they’re allergic.” Plastics were a good substitute in those cases. One of the guests at the Ghoul Restaurant before he betrayed it had trouble with pollen and she loved to get a bouquet of fake roses on her visits. “If they weren’t out of season and I knew you’d be here, I’d have brought you some flowers as a friendly greeting.” 

     ”Next time we cross paths, I’ll remember to bring lilacs for you. They’d compliment that angelic hair.”

     Tsukiyama’s ‘charming compliments' always had people talking behind his back about how ridiculous they were in his school days. They were fake, over the top, and sounded like something out of a cheap romcom. It was all a part of his ruse. He came off as strange, polite, and airheaded to most people. Those were the very same people who wouldn't expect him to be a calculating monster capable of stabbing anyone in the back as long as he enjoyed it. This girl wasn't an aggressive servant. His aim would be to get in her good favor in case alliances came in handy. If they'd have to do battle sometime, a moment's hesitation could mean the difference between victory and a bloody defeat. 

     ”I think there’s a gardening store around here somewhere. Out of season or not, they might carry some healthier flowers. Were you meaning to pick some as a gift?” Tsukiyama smiled gently. “Maybe for your Master? What kind of person are they? To have a servant as kindhearted as you, I hope they treat you well.”

[halfheartseed]

"Indeed. All flowers are wonderful in their own way. I don't think I could pick a favourite myself, especially since the more diversity there is, the more beautiful they look together. I think even if one has allergies or don't receive any, one can still appreciate flowers from a far. I suppose plastic is fine as a gift but for me I think the real thing," she went on. Yuri adored flowers. There were few people who could match her in this regard, except one of her close friends back home who belonged to a family of florists. "Oh, please, there's no need to give me any. We have only just met."

Frankly, the offer to give her flowers was a little off-putting. What was this man's motive? Was he a womaniser? It would make sense, the way he was speaking to her. Of course he was also a Servant, so there was the Grail War to consider. Perhaps he was charming her for strategic reasons, perhaps to have her as a controllable ally or less belligerent enemy. At first she assumed he approached her out of politeness, bravery or stupidity, but he may be more clever than she assumed. She would keep up this friendly conversation, but she would be sure not to drop her guard either.

She had to admit it was a bit awkward for him to bring up the word 'Servant' - it was the elephant in the room they were both aware of, but brining attention to it could have been messy. Still she decided to play it cool rather than get hung up on such details. "Well it is true my Master and I do hold great respect for one another, I personally feel it would be a bit strange to buy her a bouquet, such is the nature of our relationship. How about you? Is your Master someone you'd feel you would do that for?" He was clearly trying to get some information out of her now, so she had to play a little defensively, while throwing some hits back at him so he would back off. All while maintaining this friendly conversation of course.

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The Weather Outside is Frightful

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"Ah. Yes, yes. Of course, of course." Ok, so maybe latching on the someone she haven’t even met yet was not one of her best ideas. Yes, it did alleviate her freezing chills, but to latch on to someone so brazenly. It was an act only reserved to people who are close to each other and given the abrupt nature of their meeting, they were anything but. 

Despite the comfortable warmth, Nero detaches herself from the taller woman and returns to the freezing cold. Immediately, she starts shivering once more. Clearly, while it was the obvious choice, she was hesitant in going back to the cold. 

"I apologize for what happened. I don’t know what came over me." Lies really. She knew exactly why she did what she did, but for digression, Nero was willing to play dumb.

[halfheartseed]

It appears the woman got the message and detached herself from Yuri. Honestly for some stranger to do that out of nowhere was incredibly discomforting. As soon as she had let go, however, she began shivering. Did she...just cling on to someone for warmth?

"I apologize for what happened. I don’t know what came over me."

Yuri could tell she was lying through her teeth, but she figured the real reason would have been awkward, if not embarrassing so she left it at that. She sighed, almost feeling sorry for the woman in front of her.

"Would you like to go somewhere warmer? There's a coffee shop nearby, we can get something hot for you there," she asked, "And if I may, can I ask for your name? I feel I should know who it was that latched onto me in the middle of the street."

[apatheistic]

amaranth coloured city ' halfheartseed

[apatheistic]

   Liselotte held her bag close, the clashing of white faux leather against her dull grey coat a little too mismatched. The girl nodded and blinked along, looking back at the pretty Servant with dull magenta eyes. Hu. Like her hair…    ”Fuyuki. On the water, and big … can’t get out. Tried, barrier, so trapped until over.” she says. Her Japanese was not good, and at times she had wished she could… download information about language, like Servants could. It couldn’t be helped, of course. “Servant.. class?” the girl tilted her head slightly, wishing for an answer to her own question. 

[halfheartseed]

The other girl was staring at Yuri. It was a little awkward but it seemed she was admiring her. She felt a little bit flattered, to be honest.

Yuri listened to her intently. "I see, so a magical barrier is keeping participants of the Grail War inside the city...interesting." Though the girl had broken Japanese, Yuri had no difficulty understanding her. "Ah, you can call me Archer. What might your name be?"

[halfheartseed]

Slips and Falls | kisexijuu

[kisexijuu]

     【⊗】     As Shinichi took in the girl’s words…it had only just occurred to him that she was the first person his met upon arriving here…and thus a look of slight surprise made it upon his features, however there was something different about compared to most people he knew in the past…what that was….well that was up in the air at this moment in time…for now…conversing with this girl could get him a few more answers to why he was here…and about this so called ‘war’ that was said to await him.           "You as well huh? To be honest I’ve only just recently found myself here…so I don’t really know what is I should be doing."      As brown optics flicked towards his right hand…he took another sigh of relieve…confirming that Migi was still asleep…if he had woken up at any point during their encounter Migi could either become rather cautious and hide his existence from the girl…or straight become hostile…if trouble was to arise then neither of those options sounded appealing.

     He simply offered the stranger a smile, his eye’s now examining the surrounding area before finally locking back on to her…speaking out rather calmly…looks like it was time for him to try and converse a little.           "So it seems we’re in the same boat here? I guess introductions are in order. My name is Shinichi Izumi…and you?"      He stood there patiently as he awaited the answer from the girl…perhaps another question just to be on the safe side was in order.           "May I ask why it is you’ve come to such a place?"      Getting right to the point as always, he again waited there…seeing if she would answer his questions…avoiding eye contact at all times…he didn’t want her to see what was within him.

[halfheartseed]

"I see. Do you at least have a place to stay?" He really seemed to be totally lost here. It would be unfortunate if he came to the city but did not have a home. Yuri couldn't help but notice he was also not entirely focused, as if he had something else on his mind he was keeping track of. Where were his eyes looking?  It was almost unnerving. 

Careful to keep her guard up, Yuri decided it was still best not to be hostile to him. After all he helped her and he seemed to need help himself. "I'm Yuri Tsukikage," she replied, returning his greeting, "Pleased to meet you Shinichi."

As for his next question...this raised an alert within her. It was certainly an odd thing to ask. She couldn't exactly tell him the truth so she had to cover herself with a white lie, and perhaps return is question back at him. "Well...I guess I wanted a change in scenery from my home town, see new things. How about you?"

[halfheartseed]

Slips and Falls | kisexijuu

[kisexijuu]

     【⊗】     It was lucky that Migi was asleep around this time…however also unfortunate that Shinichi won’t have anything to converse with in the next four hours…but that was okay…if he was to run into any trouble then he was confident that his speed and strength would be enough to alert his hand…if such a thing was to arise.

     However in the meantime, the brunette thought it best to use this given moment to examine what more of the surrounding areas he had landed himself in…and to his understanding…and new found knowledge, he was no longer in Tokyo!           "Such a shame…I wonder how long I’ll be here for?"      As he said that…his senses indicated a slight feeling of uneasiness…but from where? It seemed it was just around the corner.

     As he turned, brown optics witnessed a girl that seemed to have fallen to the ground? On what…well that was unknown to him! Should he approach? Or should he just mind his own business…however with a sigh…he pitied her, walking up to her and offering an extended hand.           "Here."      As he raised the girl off from the ground beneath them…he proceeded to offer a slight smile towards her before speaking once more out.           "Are you alright?"

[halfheartseed]

As Yuri stood up, she had a good look at the boy in front of her. He seemed like a nice enough person, but at the same time she felt something might be a little bit...off about him? Well, no matter, she was thankful he had helped her, and that was all that really mattered to her; who was she to judge?

"Yes, I'm fine. Just a little bump. Thank you very much. I didn't expect it to be this icy. I'm still new to this city, so..." she replied. She wasn't sure why she was telling him this; after all, all she did was slip on some ice. Maybe she just felt like she wanted to strike a conversation with him.She couldn't put her finger on it but there was something about him that stuck her curiosity. Is he a participant in the Grail War or is there something else... she thought to herself.

[redeyedhero]

Let's Be Friends||halfheartseed

[redeyedhero]

Sometimes it helped out when words just weren’t enough, but sometimes even then it wouldn’t work. It really depends on the situation and the person. But, thankfully it was something needed last time, maybe there would be use for it here too.

"Ahaha, I got such an earful after everything was settled last time about the situation. Anyway, don’t worry, even if you don’t take it easy on me, I think I’ll be okay! I mean… people have tried to teach me before and it went well… sort of…" She laughed nervously, it was a fond but embarrassing memory. Academics just weren’t her forté.

"Whoa!" Ayano’s awe was quite genuine. "So, you’re a real hero! Wow, that’s so cool! You even transform and everything? Oh, I wish my siblings were here, but not really, but only because the three of them love heroes just as much as I do, maybe even more!”

[halfheartseed]

"...hmmm, looks like I might need to push you a lot harder than I originally thought. We're going to have to drill this information into your head if we're to win the Grail." It felt a little awkward for the Servant to have to lecutre the Master but such was the nature of the war sometimes. She seemed dedicated at least, so with the right push they should be fine...hopefully.

Yuri had long promised herself not to be cocky about her status as a Precure after the disaster that had befallen her in the past. However, she couldn't help but feel a sense of pride at Ayano's admiration. "It's true I am what you could call a bonafide hero," she chuckled, "If you'd like, I could transform for you here if you'd like." While this could be taken as Yuri wanting to show off (and it would not be entirely wrong), at the same time it might be beneficial for her Master to see her transformed once. Ayano seemed like the type to be captivated by such a thing, especially if it was her first time witnessing it; better to let her get used to it now rather than get distracted in battle.

[halfheartseed]

A Flowery Encounter | tsukiful

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     If only flowers could bloom year-round. Tsukiyama twirled the daffodil between his fingers, its drooping petals leveling out with the air for a moment of false revival before it fell back into its diminishing state. Winter brought its own gorgeous uniqueness, but oh how he longed for there to be something more to the snow. Crystallized flora and fauna sprouting up in crested apexes and swirls sounded nice. If the world were made in his image, it’d be much more elaborate with its seasonal changes. 

     His disappointment took a backseat to the new scent mingling with the dying flowers, a woman’s voice amplified loud and clear through the senses of the Ghoul. Another servant? This war was built on secrecy and containment, two things Tsukiyama disregarded to walk up behind her.

     ”It’s a shame and nothing short of that, miss. Flowers are too pretty to wilt for months on end. They should show their vibrancy off year round, that might brighten people’s spirits and get their minds off of the troubles winter brings.” He tossed his daffodil into the bed of weeping flowers. “When spring comes, I’ll have to go flower viewing to see the city’s peaking beauty.” 

[halfheartseed]

It appeared that the man that approached her seemed to agree with her, which pleased her. It wasn't every day you could find someone who could truly appreciate the beauty of flowers. Sure people could admire them, but it was something few people considered when they weren't in front of them. He seemed like a man with a keen eye for the beautiful. He also seemed to be poetic but she wasn't sure if he was just putting on airs. Regardless, it appeared he decided to respond to her comment.

"I agree. I'm sure the flowers will look lovely then. It would be nice to come see them then," she replied "It's not often I meet someone who holds such appreciation for flowers. I must admit it's a pleasant surprise to meet such a person here. It's a shame it had to be at this time of year."

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The Weather Outside is Frightful

Nero was used to being unusually warm. Ancient Rome wasn’t known for it’s chilly weather and she didn’t name her blade ‘Primordial Flame’ because it sounded cool. Ok, so it did have a deciding factor in the naming process, but that was not the point here. The point was that it was ridiculously cold in Fuyuki City and Nero had no idea how to deal with it. 

At first she believed that her natural warmth would power her through the snow and the ice, but the weather proved to be too much and she was left shivering in knee deep snow. There must be someway to- There. There was someone else outside. 

Quickly latching on the other woman, Nero attempts to leech as much warmth as possible. Several seconds of leeching passed before Nero finally remembered she was attached to an actual person and not just a convenient heat source. “Ah… Hello there. Fancy meeting you here.”

[halfheartseed]

The cold was surprisingly mild. Back in her home town, there would have been many feet of snow by now, but here there were only a few isolated patches. Still, one had to bundle up in this whether if they didn't want to freeze.

As she was walking she felt her body get warmer. And heavier. It probably had something to do with the fact that a stranger had come out of nowhere and latched onto her. 

"..." 

“Ah… Hello there. Fancy meeting you here.”

Yuri was speechless. This girl grabs onto her in the middle of her walk, and after a couple minutes that's the first thing she said? Who was she?

"...Yes, fancy that. Excuse me, but would you mind letting go?" Yuri replied, her voice as cold as the winter air.

[halfheartseed]

Slips and Falls | kisexijuu

kisexijuu

Yuri had just exited the library. She decided to stalk up on some reading on magic and the war, in order for her and her Master to learn more and better prepare themselves. With a bag of books in hand, she headed back towards the hotel.

"It certainly has gotten a lot chillier lately." As she was saying this to herself, she suddenly found she had lost her balance and fell. Apparently the ground had become a lot icier than she imagined,and she had slipped.

Ah, that hurt a little bit... she thought, putting her bag down as she rubbed the area where she fell on.

As she was about to pick herself up, a hand reached out to her to help. It was a young boy who had been passing by. "Thank you," she said said to him as he helped her to her feet.

[halfheartseed]

A Flowery Encounter | tsukiful

tsukiful

It was a beautiful day. While it was still cold outside, the sun was still shining, and the air was still. Yuri was out enjoying a walk in a nearby park, taking in the scenery.

"I wonder how cold it will get later in the winter. We'll need to dress warmly if we're going to be fighting in this weather."

She stopped by a flower bed and crouched down. The flowers had not entirely wilted yet, but given the temperatures, they were not were not in good shape and they probably would not survive much longer.

"It's a shame...I would have liked to see them in full bloom," she said aloud as she touched one of the flowers.

She heard footsteps approaching and turned in that direction. She wasn't sure whether he had come to meet her or if their meeting was a coincidence, but she could sense that he was a Servant like her, which changed things. She decided to at least greet the man now that they had met, before deciding on what to do next.

"A nice day for a walk isn't it?" she said to him as she stood up, "It's a shame the flowers aren't n bloom this time of year, though."

[halfheartseed]

((This muse needs to be more social, so if you'd like a mini/starter like this. Feel free to let me know if you'd prefer a longer if you think a mini would be too short.))

[redeyedhero]

Let's Be Friends||halfheartseed

[redeyedhero]

"Oh, thank you." Ayano smiled, it was a little reassuring to hear someone as capable looking as Yuri, praise her power. Really, Ayano was sure that anyone and everyone was truly capable of doing what her power did. As long as you and the other person were open and willing to listen to each other, your feelings would surely reach them. It was just that her eyes made that easier, or maybe it was better to say they were a bit more forceful. Sometimes you just had to make people see what you felt, it was a difficult kind of ability, if she really thought about it

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"No, I’ve known even from before the last time I did something just about as drastic as this," probably more drastic than this really, "that doing something on my own, even if it’s for the sake of others, is selfish. Rather than being mature, maybe I just understand how childish I really am." That was the part that deserved no praise, she had caused everyone a lot of trouble with how she decided to handle things. And she had the feeling she’d be doing the same thing here, but it worked out last time, so it should work out fine now too. "Oh, really? That’d help out a lot then!" She smiled, as much as she was bad at studying, if she had someone like Yuri helping her, it had to go okay! …Maybe!

She blinked at the secret that her servant had just shared with her, “A Precure…?” For some odd reason, she felt like she’d heard of something like that on television…

[halfheartseed]

The power to share your feelings with another...yes, it was important to be able to do this through words but in some cases, that was not possible, creating a dangerous situation. It could be a life saving ability in some cases, Yuri imagined. She wondered whether such a skill might be useful to a Precure, though she realised quickly their purification attacks were somewhat similar. Still, those were often used as a finishing move and took some power to use.

"Is that so? I guess that's one way of looking at it." At first Yuri was worried her Master was not mentally fit for a conflict like the Grail War, but as she learned more about her, she realised she was stronger and more experienced than she first assumed. Perhaps it was wise not to judge someone based on first impressions alone, something Yuri felt she should already know. "I'm glad to hear it," she replied, "Though I won't be easy on you." Hopefully the two of them would help each other grow.

"Ah, yes, I should have been more clear before using an unfamiliar term, but a Precure is essentially a legendary warrior that I can transform into. When I'm transformed I become a lot stronger and can use different powers. In this form, I'm still a normal human more or less."

[maya-neko-edits]

Precure & Fighting | Cure Moonlight