#kikozorua

[askoinari]

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Excuse me, Ō-Inari.

Ō-Inari

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Excuse me, Ō-Inari?

Ō-Inari

Hm~?

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Good Morning, Ō-Inari. I have some prayers and messages for you. Whenever you’re ready, I would like to read them to you.

Ō-Inari

Hm…It would seem that may have to wait a moment. We have some expected guests, please greet them warmly.

???

Wh—

Huh?? How did you…

Excuse me, how can I help you? What are you doing here? Please clearly state your name and purpose.

[askoinari]

"My, I've heard tell of a common pokemon becoming a god before, but I'd never quite witnessed it for myself." The Lugia remarks as he observes Inari. "How long have you been at this, if I may ask?" As his master is occupied in his curiosity for the fox god, his disciple seems to poke his head out from behind the Lugia, very curiously eyeing the hisuian pokemon, Kiko.

Inari

Hmm…if memory serves me well enough, I think I’ve been a god for a little over 2000 years? Probably more, to be honest. I started sometime after I reached 1000 and ascended to the heavenly realm. It’s been a long journey, but well worth the effort.

It’s funny how fast time flies, it seems only yesterday I was just learning how to use Ember, haha!

Kiko

Kiko sat beside Inari, offering a bow towards the Lugia and their Zoroark disciple as a greeting and watching the two converse. After a moment they caught the Zoroarks’ stare, otherwise quietly observing them both.

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{ @symphonies-of-silver }

[askoinari]

Lotus @ Kiko: I hope you don't mind this question, um... I'm sorry if it comes off as rude! But... what's the difference between someone like myself, a fox pokemon, and you, a "kiko"?

Kiko

Besides the difference in magical ability, age, rank and training, you’re alive and I’m functionally dead.

A ‘Kiko’ is a societal title given to a fox spirit who’s job is to serve the gods, typically under Ō-Inari; but under other gods as well. Humans also like to call us “Myōbu”, which they like to use to refer to us specifically. Either way, the meanings are similar enough.

As I mentioned before, I do not have a body that requires food, sleep or even air to function, and doesn’t feel pain the same way yours would. I do still require some energy to exist, but this energy is typically gained from the earth and environment, instead of feeding off the energy of living mortals. We also gain this energy from food offered to us, which is respectfully given at alters and shrines dedicated to Ō-Inari. Because this food is from the earth, we are able to receive it.

I’m sure this wouldn’t mean much, considering I’m already a ‘Ghost-Type’, but it would be the same if I were an Eevee, Fennekin, or a Nickit who was also a Kiko.

As for you, you would be considered a “Chiko”, a rank below me. You are mortal, but have gained magic through training and will continue to do so until you achieve the next rank, if you wish.

( @asklotusandmarshmallow )

[askoinari]

Inari

Oh, welcome back! Is everything alright?

Kiko

I apologize for inconvenience but that damned yako has been interfering with our work again. I’ve been able to salvage most of the prayers they stole, but unfortunately some have been lost to them.

The kiko that was attacked did not suffer any serious injury, so they should make a full recovery quickly enough.

Inari

That’s good to hear, at least. I will do what I can to help the other kiko.

Kiko

I will see to it that the barrier remains intact, and check the other nearby alters in case they’ve managed to steal from them too.

Inari

Thank you for your hard work, I really appreciate it. I wish you safer travels.

Kiko

It is my pleasure, Ō-Inari; thank you.

< Kiko has left the room >

Inari

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I’d greatly appreciate it if you didn’t torment my kiko so callously. Their jobs are already hard enough, you’re not making it any easier for anyone.

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Oh, but what’s the fun in that, my most dearest friend?

[askoinari]

Ziska: You'd think a god would have more then one assistant, so is there anyone else besides the zorua?

Kiko

There are some other kiko foxes who are collectively known as “messengers” who help Ō-Inari manage the prayers they receive and the blessings they distribute throughout the mortal and spirit realms, amongst other tasks and jobs. I am one of them.

For the most part, everyone is usually kept busy with their errands and tasks. Some tasks take a moment, others can take centuries; so don’t be surprised if you never catch a glimpse of one in your lifetime, and consider it lucky if you do.

( @askforestoddities @forgottenwaters )

[askoinari]

Octave, poking her face out from between a wave of Ō-Inari's tails, giggles at the flustered zorua. "Hello, it's Octave. I came here to take a nap before entertaining my next guest with dance! Good night." Down she goes.

Kiko

Wh—EXCUSE ME!! GET OUT OF THERE IMMEDIATELY!!

Ō-Inari

Hahaha! Well hello, Octave! Are you comfortable in there? I hope your nap was sufficient enough for your performance!

I hope it serves you well!

Kiko

( How rude… )

( @askpokereverie )

[askoinari]

( Previously… )

Kiko

Hm…I see…

While I’d like to learn more about these two Ninetales and your village, priority goes to finding these children first, before they’re hurt.

If you’d like assistance, I can help you. You may call me ‘Kiko’. I can see the souls of others, especially from a distance, and I imagine they’re not yet far from here. I can also offer my strength for protection, should the need arise.

Assuming they’ve eventually tired themselves out from running and screaming, there could still be enough time to catch up to them.

I had also seen them carrying some sacks with them, presumably this aforementioned food? I’m to assume the offering did not go well…?

[ Kiko would like to join the party! ]

( @askcursedtales )

[askoinari]

Kiko

Ō-Inari, are you ready to go through today’s prayers?

Inari

Yes, please! I received confirmation that I’ll be receiving a very important guest today and I’d like my schedule to be cleared for when she arrives. I’m ready when you are.

Kiko

Very well, let us begin…