The Stars Will Guide Us

{ Multi-muse RP/Ask blog for muses of Shinto myth, Okami, OkamiDen, and Okami-related OCs. Be sure to read the rules! }

[musesfromnippon]

"I'm going to make a sound proof barrier till the noise stops. Any help is appreciated." Ninetails could do it alone sure, she's pretty much stronger than her past self. But its so much easier to do things with help that why would she act like a loner when she works with everyone to make the island a better place? Thus she'll let others help.

   “You’re tellin’ me... Those wolves are driving me up the wall.” Given his form, it’d be no wonder; Sukei wasn’t built to hear so many howls of determined wolves! Especially ones getting closer...

   Cats and dogs can get along, but the innate fear runs...a little deeper than anything a friendship can uphold.

   “You’ve got my assistance. OI!” The imps jump in surprise, heads turning. “If any of you got magical prowess, with me! Time to put up a sound barrier so we can have some damn peace and quiet...” Surprisingly, quite a few imps hurry over, although the majority and blue and black imps. Including two ubume, a crow tengu, and a great tengu.

   Quite a few more have sought peace on this island, after all: time to uphold that.

[musesfromnippon]

   “...I miss my husband.” She really does...and not just because the remaining Kusa Five have started barking and howling ever since Amaterasu had unleashed that mighty howl a few minutes earlier!

   But that didn’t help any.

[celestialbrush]

[celestialbrush]

[toripng]

for @okamicharityzine

[clairemills]

Inheritance.

[ruadrisresources]

Haken Lyrics Starters pt. 1

Alter as necessary!

“I’ve been holding on too tight to let you go.”

“I wish I could have been somebody.”

“A world without end is upon us, but time is in short supply.”

“How can truth set us free when lies are all we have?”

“How can time heal us when our days are running out?”

“The world I once knew has corroded.”

“No one’s gonna miss me when I’m gone.”

“Fly without fear of landing.”

“You try to save the world when it’s you that needs help.”

“I count the years of isolation since you set my mind in motion.”

“The beauty of it all makes no sense to me.”

“Will this never end? I’ve been through enough.”

“I feel most alive confronting death.”

“Only you made a name for yourself.”

“Are we praying for the sun, or are we drowning in the flood?”

“When you are dreaming, I am wide awake.”

“I feel your love reaching across all the years we lost.”

“I’m waiting for the earth to be my host.”

“Wish we could go back to how it was, but we’re too close to the wire.”

“Talk me down from the ledge of my ivory tower.”

“No punishment deserves this crime.”

“As good as life will ever get, I wish that I could give it up and go home.”

“I am dying to get back to sleep again.”

“You can mend your broken crown, too proud to fix yourself.”

“Where I end, you begin; when I fall, you will stand.”

“It’s time for a game.”

“She was never meant to be saved.”

“It’s no wonder water is thicker than blood.”

“The lies, the sex, and the secrets will tear us to pieces in time.”

“Never have I ever taken a life, but it seems overnight I’ve become a killer.”

“The time has come to reveal the sun you hide.”

“Paradise, breathe me in. I’m dead to the world.”

“Just take a look at the mess my faith has put me in.”

“You turned your back on affinity, now it’s turned to toxicity.”

“Suddenly I realize every hero pays the price.”

“I hear your voice and I lose control again.”

“I’m sorry I haven’t called you recently.”

“I hold your hand, but you let go.”

“Hell holds a place for all of us.”

“Fears of wasted years fall into view.”

“I was compromised by a treasure that was fit for fools.”

“Tonight, I hang by a thread as the voice in my head takes control.”

“This is the part where I wake up with blood on my hands, traveling back to where it all began.”

[oil-robin]

Would you kiss an ancient forest spirit?

○ yes

○ yes

○ super yes

[warriorsofcrimsonrealms]

@musesfromnippon continued from here.

“Just felt like checking up on ya kid. Seems like you’re rather lost in regards to a lot of things considering you’re smacking fish in the water moment they get close.“ This was going to be new  But he’ll make it his thing to check up on the kid often and teach him how to live his life.

That and how to not get too caught up in ones own darkness. The kid was lacking in that regard if he got annoyed at the sight of Chibiterasu.

But one thing at a time. Since teaching the kid the proper use of brush techniques will be necessary. When he thinks about it, there are a lot of things he has to do.

[musesfromnippon]

   “...I’m not lost,” he huffs, a brow twitching in annoyance. Yet, the second another, curious fish approaches, he smacks the water again. Seemingly endlessly amused by the hope of the fishes for something to eat from the being that would hover at the edge of their pond. Surely at some point, food would be offered?

   A shame that the pup had no such kindness in him, acting either neutrally...or cruelly. With very few in-betweens.

   “Why now?” He suddenly asks, turning around to look at Yami. Red eyes bright and silently demanding. “Why pay attention to me...now? After all this time?”

[warriorsofcrimsonrealms]

@musesfromnippon continued from here.

"The meaning? Well I've finally decided to return here. Though everyone living here already can continue to do so. I just want to make it more livable and welcoming. I should've thought about the state the island would be in because of my absence and for that I'm sorry. Though you must be Sukei, Ammy mentioned you but never went into detail."

Ninetails stretched a bit while being glad there was someone calm around. Even if he seems like a grumpy cat to her.

[musesfromnippon]

warriorsofcrimsonrealms​:

“I was dead for most of the years and afterwards, I had no real reason to return. The island having new residents was fine. Definitely more welcoming than before I died. So why now simply boils down too I’m fond of children. Especially a certain kit Inari taking care of whose parents location is unknown.“

Ninetails was being 100% sincere since she had nothing to gain by lying. So there was no reason for her to resort to tricks or anything else. She ditched her old ways completely since she doesn’t even have Ninestrike anymore. She prefers a different weapon now.

“So I will admit while its selfish on my end, I came back here for that reason alone. I want to make the whole island more welcoming for everyone and seeing how many demons are living here livable. Have to make it up for forcing you all to deal with me being selfish somehow.“

   ...A kid? The disbelief is open on his furry face, jaw falling open slightly and ears flattening. She wants to claim this place again, to... What? Give a kid a home? Bragging rights?

   He has to sit down on his haunches, an eye twitching. It’s a long, quiet moment on his part, cleaning over his fur to relax while the rest of the imps whispered and gossiped with interest. Perhaps... This place could get better for them? Is this what they’re hearing?? It’s so tempting...! Finally, an answer to the Demon Market that’d put them FAR outta business~!!

   “Ahhhh... Fine. I won’t throw up too much of a fuss if it means everyone here still gets to live here. Can’t deny that having a helping hand fixing this damn place is unwanted, either...” Sukei sighs, his tail flicking to and fro. Thinking, thinking...as always. “...But I’m still in charge of these losers, a’ight? Gives you less to think about, anyways.”

[musesfromnippon]

   “...Kemu keeps inquiring on when Miame and I will have pups. As much as I respect him...I wish he would respect my right to privacy. Pups will come when we are ready for them.”

[i0923f0206]

サマイクル/samickle

[horrificmemes]

Questions for Demon Characters

For demon muses, here’s a collection of headcanon questions your followers can send to you!

😵 What methods of manipulation do you use on humans, if any? 😈 Do you categorize yourself  as any ‘type’ of demon? 💬 Do you go by a true name, or do you go by a mortal name? 😼 Talk about some memorable trouble you’ve caused. 😏 Would you prefer causing mischief or far more evil, bloodthirsty acts? 😩 In your opinion, what is one of the most wicked things you’ve ever done? 7️⃣ If you were to compare yourself to one of the 7 deadly sins, which one (or more) represent you? 😇 If demons are real, are angels real as well? 🎭 Can you shapeshift or wear different disguises? 🐭 Have you ever taken the form of something non-human (other than yourself)? 💞 Have you ever had a close bond with a mortal? 🙆 Do you like mortals, consider them amusing, or hate them? 😱 Have you ever possessed someone? 🙏 Has anyone ever tried to banish or destroy you? 🔪 Do you have physical weaknesses? (salt, iron, holy water, etc) ⛪ Are there locations you cannot go because of what you are? 💘 Are you capable of things like love, kindness, or mercy? ✨ List a few abilities of yours that you enjoy or take advantage of the most. 🌸 Do you ever wish you were mortal or a  different kind of immortal? 👬 Have you met other demons? If so, do you get along with them? ☠ Have you ever caused the death of a mortal? 💀 Would you consider yourself evil? 🎯 Do you consider humans your prey? Playthings? Friends? 🃏 If you do prey on humans, how do you affect them and what happens to them afterwards? 💕 Have you ever wanted to share immortality with a mortal? 🏆 What would you say is the greatest challenge of being a demon? 👍 What is your favorite (or a few favorite) things about being a demon? 👹 Do you have an infernal appearance or were you born with a human shape? 😍 How do people generally react to meeting you? Fear, desire, etc… 🤐 Do you tell people that you’re a demon or hide your true self? ➕ How do you benefit from interactions with humans? ⚖  Do you follow rules and guidelines as a demon or work only for yourself? 🖤Have you ever manipulated humans to commit crimes or sinful actions? 💙Do you ever feel shame for your actions or how you use your power? ✖ Do you like when people are afraid of you? 🌼Do you attempt to live peacefully with humans?

[liaraliara]

Super detailed questions about your OCs

1. What’s their full name? Why was that chosen? Does it mean anything? 2. Do they have any titles? How did they get them? 3. Did they have a good childhood? What are fond memories they have of it? What’s a bad memory? 4. What is their relationship with their parents? What’s a good and bad memory with them? Did they know both parents? 5. Do they have any siblings? What’s their names? What is their relationship with them? Has their relationship changed since they were kids to adults? 6. What were they like at school? Did they enjoy it? Did they finish? What level of higher education did they reach? What subjects did they enjoy? Which did they hate? 7. Did they have lots of friends as a child? Did they keep any of their childhood friends into adulthood? 8. Did they have pets as a child? Do they have pets as an adult? Do they like animals? 9. Do animals like them? Do they get on well with animals? 10. Do they like children? Do children like them? Do they have or want any children? What would they be like as a parent? Or as a godparent/babysitter/ect? 11. Do they have any special diet requirements? Are they a vegetarian? Vegan? Have any allergies? 12. What is their favourite food? 13. What is their least favourite food? 14. Do they have any specific memories of food/a restaurant/meal? 15. Are they good at cooking? Do they enjoy it? What do others think of their cooking? 16. Do they collect anything? What do they do with it? Where do they keep it? 17. Do they like to take photos? What do they like to take photos of? Selfies? What do they do with their photos? 18. What’s their favourite genre of: books, music, tv shows, films, video games and anything else 19. What’s their least favourite genres? 20. Do they like musicals? Music in general? What do they do when they’re favourite song comes? 21. Do they have a temper? Are they patient? What are they like when they do lose their temper? 22. What are their favourite insults to use? What do they insult people for? Or do they prefer to bitch behind someone’s back? 23. Do they have a good memory? Short term or long term? Are they good with names? Or faces? 24. What is their sleeping pattern like? Do they snore? What do they like to sleep on? A soft or hard mattress? 25. What do they find funny? Do they have a good sense of humour? Are they funny themselves? 26. How do they act when they’re happy? Do they sing? Dance? Hum? Or do they hide their emotions? 27. What makes them sad? Do they cry regularly? Do they cry openly or hide it? What are they like they are sad? 28. What is their biggest fear? What in general scares them? How do they act when they’re scared? 29. What do they do when they find out someone else’s fear? Do they tease them? Or get very over protective? 30. Do they exercise? Regularly? Or only when forced? What do they act like pre-work out and post-work out? 31. Do they drink? What are they like drunk? What are they like hungover? How do they act when other people are drunk or hungover? Kind or teasing? 32. What do they dress like? What sorta shops do they buy clothes from? Do they wear the fashion that they like? What do they wear to sleep? Do they wear makeup? What’s their hair like? 33. What underwear do they wear? Boxers or briefs? Lacey? Comfy granny panties? 34. What is their body type? How tall are they? Do they like their body? 35. What’s their guilty pleasure? What is their totally unguilty pleasure? 36. What are they good at? What hobbies do they like? Can they sing? 37. Do they like to read? Are they a fast or slow reader? Do they like poetry? Fictional or non fiction? 38. What do they admire in others? What talents do they wish they had? 39. Do they like letters? Or prefer emails/messaging? 40. Do they like energy drinks? Coffee? Sugary food? Or can they naturally stay awake and alert? 41. What’s their sexuality? What do they find attractive? Physically and mentally? What do they like/need in a relationship? 42. What are their goals? What would they sacrifice anything for? What is their secret ambition? 43. Are they religious? What do they think of religion? What do they think of religious people? What do they think of non religious people? 44. What is their favourite season? Type of weather? Are they good in the cold or the heat? What weather do they complain in the most? 45. How do other people see them? Is it similar to how they see themselves? 46. Do they make a good first impression? Does their first impression reflect them accurately? How do they introduce themselves? 47. How do they act in a formal occasion? What do they think of black tie wear? Do they enjoy fancy parties and love to chit chat or loathe the whole event? 48. Do they enjoy any parties? If so what kind? Do they organise the party or just turn up? How do they act? What if they didn’t want to go but were dragged along by a friend? 49. What is their most valued object? Are they sentimental? Is there something they have to take everywhere with them? 50. If they could only take one bag of stuff somewhere with them: what would they pack? What do they consider their essentials?

[warriorsofcrimsonrealms]

@musesfromnippon continued from here.

"The meaning? Well I've finally decided to return here. Though everyone living here already can continue to do so. I just want to make it more livable and welcoming. I should've thought about the state the island would be in because of my absence and for that I'm sorry. Though you must be Sukei, Ammy mentioned you but never went into detail."

Ninetails stretched a bit while being glad there was someone calm around. Even if he seems like a grumpy cat to her.

[musesfromnippon]

   “We’ve managed well enough,” Sukei sniffs, prideful, if still hesitant. Still on edge, trying to find where the trick was here. Where were the lies...? Surely there would be some...underlying, sneaky thing to all of this?

   “I am Sukei, yes...” Nice to know his friendship to the wolf worked out in the most upsetting way. His tail lashed. “But you gotta clarify something to me. Why now? We’ve been living here for years now, patching it up the best we can... So why come back now, of all times?”

   The imps around them murmured curiously, seemingly not on either side; just watching and worrying. They had nowhere else to go, after all, so losing ground here was important. As long as they could stay...

[musesfromnippon]

"Never thought I'd return here. Though the island has seen better days since my death and after I came back to life absence." Ninetails swears she will need to restore and remodel the ruins to be more welcoming. "But first talking to who is in charge so there's no misunderstanding."

   It’s not like Ninetails has to wander long; between the unrest of the various imps and other spirits who have since...done their best to patch up the island in her absence. Are they about to lose all their hard work? Nobody’s bold enough to ask, but...

   The black cat-boss of the island is quick to show, fur fluffed up in stress.

   “Oi, oi, oi! What’s goin’ on here?” His voice rings clear as day despite his animal form, tail lashing. “Ninetails, you...

   “What’s the meaning of this?”

[musesfromnippon]

.: Potential New Muses :.

Including those who are going to be added regardless and those I’m working on/are unsure about.

[unnamed kit] { Will be added to the list once he is named }

   A stray kit found by Inari. Quite young, and with only a single tail. Unknown parents, as well as where they are now. Is currently learning how to talk.

[FC pending]

Mizuhame-no-Mikoto

   The kami borne from tears. Presides over controlling Kagutsuchi (and his flames). Potentially has the alternate name “Haniyasubime” (or “Haniyamahime”, depending on source). Is often seen carrying reeds, a gourd filled with water, and clay, items she also presides over. (As they are helpful ways to smothering out/dosing out fire.)

[FC pending]

Kiyohime

   Once a normal woman, her love was scorned by a handsome monk... In her heartbreak and rage, she transformed into a dragon and killed the man who spurned her affections. Escaping punishment, she lives a cursed life of seeking love and attempting murder on those who would reject her.

Priestess Rao

   The original priestess of Ankoku Temple. Rao was well-known for being a generous, kindhearted soul who did all in her power to help the less fortunate. She would travel to and from Sei’an City, maintaining both lives with ease and, some say, maintaining a close friendship with Queen Himiko. Later in life, though, she’d act quite different...