rough designs of the mikus in each sekai!! I lowkey only truly like how Live house Miku (Phoenix) and maybe Meadow Miku (AQ1) turned out but that's okay, they get the ideas across (I hope) 🩵
This is a Unit Swap AU! For more info please do check out the pinned post in this account or shoot an ask!! ദ്ദി ˉ꒳ˉ )✧
Additional Note // Sorry for the recent absence, some emergencies happened irl </3 but I'm (kind of) back now! I wanted to post this in time for miku's anniversary but missed it a little bit lol
yes theatre miku is a dog. isn't that crazy haha
Happy Miku Day everyone 🩵🩵
Uncolored under cut!
Seaside Miku is giving "I'm sobbing PLEASE get her brown contacts 💔💔" /hj
This is Unit Shuffle AU! For more info, feel free to check out pinned :>
To compensate for the lack of content lately I'll post some older doodles I did but haven't/didn't post </3
Not that old, but here's Ichika!! Wanted to color her properly to 1. show her colored hair and 2. for something else I might do in the future (ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈)ꕤ.ﾟ
Mizuan friendship (๑>◡<๑) As I've said before, Mizuki and An are still good friends in this AU, they hang out pretty regularly and try to look out for each other. But ofc bc they both keep some things to themselves, the extent of real support able to be offered is limited. The sentiment is definitely appreciated from both sides tho
...lowkey angst jumpscare but it was gonna come eventually okay. While Rui definitely enjoys working with ColorfulxHeart!, he does have his own reservations and a dream he's trying to leave behind. He's not being entirely honest/open with not only the girls, but also himself. A weird feeling comes to him whenever he sees them sparkle on stage, and he tries very hard to not to think about it too much.
Lastly, a Very™ old and messy Kanade doodle... (ᵕ—ᴗ—)
Since the results of the poll says to go for it, here're some lim hairstyle concept doodles I did the other day. I was originally gonna do the whole cast, but ran out of energy 💔
some notes:
➤ Toya's is actually based on a couple of classical musicians' hairstyles. It's for a key story Toya focus mixed event with Toya, Kanade, and PEG☆SUS Rin 4*s, Saki 3* and Mafuyu 2*
➤ Minori's is supposed to be from an idol-esque hakolim set, either her probably her 3rd-ish key story unit focus btw, so envision that if you will.
➤ Ichika's I imagine is from a Saki focus hakolim. Saki, Ichika, Akito 4*s, Haruka 3* and SunRISE KAITO 2*
➤ The others I haven't got a solid idea for an event they originate from yet. The only other notes I have are Tsukasa's is from a hakolim and An's is from a mixed.
➤ I know Nene ponytail is low hanging fruit but she deserves to have a ponytail
➤ SO SORRY these are so ugly. I barely spent any effort but I hope it conveyed the vision clear enough at least.
+ bonus
These are for a Mizuki focus mixed event, the 4*s being Mizuki, Rui, and An. The 3* is Tsukasa and the 2* is Phoenix MEIKO.
As always, if you have any questions, feel free to pop into the ask box ( • ̀ω•́ )✧
An anonymous online music group that works deep into the night. The 「 1 」 in their name refers to their operation time — 1 a.m.
✧ Members ✧
Kanade Yoisaki (Leader & Composer)
Honami Mochizuki (Lyricist)
Nene Kusanagi (Editor/MV Maker & Main Vocalist)
An Shiraishi (Artist & Mixer)
✧ Meadow SEKAI ✧
This SEKAI seems to be an endless meadow, stuck in eternal daytime. Though undeniably beautiful, it is rather filled with an inexplicable sense of loss and melancholy.
The oldest residents of the SEKAI say that the night sky used to be filled with mesmerizing stars, but any signs of nighttime has long since vanished. In the centre of the SEKAI is a huge tree. Other than that, the SEKAI feels rather empty.
✧ Vocaloids of the SEKAI ✧
HATSUNE MIKU
The Miku of Meadow SEKAI is quiet and observant, not speaking unless necessary, but when she does, she always know what to say to coax out the best reaction.
She can often be found sitting under the tree, seemingly enjoying the soft breeze combing through her hair.
She is extremely patient and can be trusted with any secret. Nene particularly enjoys her company.
KAGAMINE RIN
Rin is extremely quick to anger. Even when she appears calm, there always seems to be bitterness pulsing within her. She isn't afraid to speak her mind, and knows how to hit where it hurts.
When she lashes out, no one except Miku is willing to stay. As a result, they spend a lot of time together. If one is digs beneath Rin's prickly exterior, it's obvious she cares.
She is often caught staring at An with an unreadable expression. An avoids her as much as possible.
KAGAMINE LEN
Len is always anxious and rarely, if ever, talks. He is terrified of almost everything and does not react well to anger.
Apparently, he and Rin used to be close, but now Rin would not even spare a glance in Len's direction, often leaving him wringing his hands and staring longingly in the distance.
He clings to Honami when she is around, and likes to hide behind her. Honami, in turn, dotes on him. Rin would scoff at the sight.
MEGURINE LUKA
Luka is a carefree spirit who simply wants to live in the present, appearing to be uncaring and airheaded, a dreamer with unlimited creativity. No one knows what she's thinking most of the time.
She is always wandering the vastness of the meadow. Despite being much more approachable than most of the other virtual singers, she is by nature a loner and cannot be found unless she wants to be.
She misses the night sky, according to Miku.
MEIKO
MEIKO is stoic, her expressions rarely changing. She can often be seen picking flowers, and after An had taught her how to weave with plants, she'd never stopped doing so.
Though she tends to ignore anyone attempting to interact with her, she doesn't seem to mind company, and can be quite a grounding presence to ramble to or work in silence with.
Len hangs around her, if only to feel a little less lonely. His clothes and hair have since then become adorned with a variety of flowers and accessories, evidently MEIKO's work.
Kanade sometimes brings her laptop to work with MEIKO, saying she helps her focus.
KAITO
KAITO's warm smile hardly ever drops. He is very sociable and likes to crack jokes, though whether they land is usually a hit or miss, especially because he has a rather tough crowd.
Luka seems to enjoy his company the most out of all the vocaloids, though, and if chatter is heard within the SEKAI, it's usually these two and sometimes An, when she comes to the SEKAI.
Hello!!! This is another one of these Unit Swap AUs that the pjsk fandom seems to have an abundance of (lol) I put a lot of thought into it, so I hope you enjoy ヾ(＾ ∇ ＾).
There's only one admin, so you can call me admin or anything you want to, idm. I also use any pronouns.
The Ask Box is OPEN!
☆ unit intros ☆
There are 5 units! Click on the big names for more info, specifically a list of the members, an introduction to the unit's SEKAI & its virtual singer residents, as well as a sketch of the unit members (with ALT text) [warning: old art]
- Phoenix -
Wanderers in life who came together to make a band. Their main goal right now is to become professional musicians.
- ColorfulxHeart! -
An idol group running from the shadows of their pasts, spreading hope and joy with every show.
- SunRISE SQUAD -
A street music group that was originally two duos. They aim to surpass a legendary night.
- PEG☆SUS -
A theatre group whose members are huddling for warmth in each other's embrace.
- AQU1LA -
An anonymous online music group that works deep into the night. The 「 1 」 in their name refers to their operation time — 1 a.m.
➤ There are no "canon" ships in this AU, but Tsukasa, Mafuyu, Toya & Saki are intended to be found family-esque
➤ Since this AU is not romance-centric, I hope you'll pay attention to the relationships between all the characters since I've put a lot of thought into them! ദ്ദി ˉ꒳ˉ )✧
➤ I do in fact have a storyline figured out, and each character has their own independent arc, similar to canon. I'm still trying to figure out how to show that properly. In the meantime, feel free to ask anything through the askbox here
➤ I am a minor, so please keep that in mind with asks & DMs ♡
I thought it'd be fun to do an intro on how the names of the units came to be in-universe! Enjoy (ᵔᗜᵔ)☆
✧ Phoenix ✧
As silly as it is...the name itself actually first came from Phoenix Wonderland.
Kohane and Shiho both are deeply/personally connected to Phoenix Wonderland, and its mascot Phenny. It also became an important place to Minori after the three of them became good friends, almost symbolic to their friendship in a way
Although initially suggested because of Phoenix Wonderland, there's also the deeper meaning of phoenix symbolising rebirth and new life after getting burnt into ashes, which is the real reason the name got adopted in the end
Mizuki thinks that's nice.
✧ ColorfulxHeart! ✧
They wanted to go for a more energy-filled sounding name, filled with newfound determination
"Colorful" came from Ena's background in art, and them being determined to paint colors into people's (including their own!) lives
"Heart" represents their hearts, of course, so that they would never forget their dream again. (Bonus: 「初心」 means "original intention"/"heart in the beginning" in Chinese/Japanese, and 「心」 is "heart", so I think that's neat)
"Heart" is also a reminder to live on, as long as their heart beats on, there's a way to be found, even if it's hard, even if it hurts.
Having a colorful heart is a wonderful thing, isn't it?
✧ SunRISE SQUAD ✧
Kind of like Vivid BAD SQUAD, it came from combining the two original duos' names!
Ichisaki were "Sunbeams" and Akiharu were "RISING"
"Sunbeams" came from the ideas of the sun peeking out from clouds after a storm, a promise to chase after a happier future
Akiharu both, at some points of their lives, felt as though they hit rock bottom and were never coming back up. "RISING" represents their unwavering determination to go on, a promise to lift each other up to rise up again and again, higher and higher.
Perhaps even...a hint of spite? Anger? Bitterness?
"SunRISE" kind of combines both of these ideals in a way. A new dawn breaking, light flooding in and chasing away the cold night. Going into a new day and moving forward.
✧ PEG☆SUS ✧
Pegasus. Yeah we all know who named this one.
Toya genuinely thinks this is a nice name because Tsukasa named it, Emu appreciates it as well and thinks it has a nice energy, Mafuyu honestly did not care much at the time. So!! PEGASUS it is
The star is to add more flair to the name, and there's a sentiment for the star--right in the middle--being a guiding star, looking over them and pointing them towards the right way
And, of course, bc Tsukasa is a “world future star” lol
Although a bit silly, it does mirror the ideal of the unit itself, having almost an air of childlike wonder to it. It's a place to escape to, to have fun, to feel safe.
✧ AQU1LA ✧
Honami named them, actually.
Aquila is a constellation on the celestial equator. She has always loved stars.
Although she hasn’t shared this with the rest of AQU1LA yet, it reminds her of her memories with Leo/need and the simpler, happier past in her childhood
The idea of “reaching the stars” holds a different meaning to each member of the group, but the sentiment is shared collectively by all of them.
「 1 」 refers to their usual operation time, which is 1 a.m.
Haruka runs into a familiar face after taking a detour on her morning jog.
Haruka & An bump into each other after falling out years ago ; a peer into their relationship at the beginning of the story.
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Haruka puffs up her face as she breathes out against the crisp morning air, zipping up her hoodie as she keeps up her jog. Vivid Street usually isn’t part of her morning jog route, but there is a particular CD she wants being restocked today, and she decides to go early before it’s sold out again.
She turns a corner, tucking a stray piece of hair behind her ear. Breathe in, breathe out, breathe in, almost there—
All too suddenly, she comes face to face with an all-too familiar face, one she doesn’t ever want to see again, one that’s still too beautiful despite Haruka having long since sworn to hate it. She skids to a stop, hand over her chest to stop her pounding heart.
She’s distinctly irritated by how easily just the sight of her can drag such a reaction out of her. The ache that shoots through her heart is sharp, as though it’d never dulled even after all these years.
When she finally tears her eyes up to see that face again, she’s met with a shocked expression that probably mirrors her own. Neither of them have expected to see the other, of course, and given the pains they had gone to trying to avoid each other over the years, neither of them wants to.
Haruka wins the race to twist her face back to an expression that hopefully looks neutral enough. “What are you doing here?” she grits out, voice so strained even she is taken aback. So much for sounding nonchalant.
She watches as An wrestles with her expression for a few minutes. She eventually settles on one with furrowed brows and crossed arms.
“I live here,” she deadpans. Haruka feels a prickle of annoyance at the words.
Do you? Do you really? You come back here every night to sleep, but you don’t live here.
You may have a house here, but it’s my home, not yours.
Haruka pushes back the instinct to wince at her own internal harsh words. She’s said worse. Don’t feel bad.
You lose to her if you do.
Because that’s how it is, isn’t it? Everything is a competition between them. It was like that at the peak of their relationship, and it’s like that now, at rock bottom. All they know is how to wage war against each other.
“Right,” she says back, in the same monotone voice. The two stare at each other, neither willing to back down. Two generals on opposite sides of the battlefield.
Haruka opts to take the opportunity to give An a once-over. It’s been a while since they’ve seen each other. Her hair, once long and dipped in the blue she loved so much, has been cut short. Her amber eyes, once as dazzling as the sunset, have dulled. There are shadows under her eyes, barely concealed with a clearly half-assed layer of make-up.
At least put some effort into looking okay, Haruka thinks.
“You still love staring as much as back then, huh?” An starts, and Haruka stills as she catches a genuine flash of irritation in the other girl’s voice. She inhales, willing her spiking heart rate to settle down.
“...And you’re still a mess. Looks like neither of us have changed.”
An physically flinches at the words. Haruka burrows her hands deep into her pockets. The victor of this round has been decided.
There is dark fury pooling beneath An’s eyes like a brewing storm. Her defensive stance reminds Haruka of a bristling animal. Haruka stands in front of her, totally calm and collected and not hiding her shaking hands in her pockets.
An pushes past her suddenly, catching Haruka off guard. She stumbles, and when she looks back up, An is already gone.
NOTES FROM ADMIN:
Hii!! I hope you've enjoyed the read!
If you've read pinned, you'll know anharu are actually exes. It's a lot of fun to chew on them lol
There're a LOT of things to sort through from their past and in their future, but it does get better. It takes a long time, but it does get better eventually, yay (..◜ᴗ◝..)
If you have any questions or are curious about anything, feel free to drop an ask! ദ്ദി(˵ •̀ ᴗ - ˵ ) ✧
