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CHARACTER INFORMATION
Character Name: Yu Narukami
Age: 18
Canon: Persona 4
AU History: Similar to canon, but with the following differences:
* While people still appeared on the Midnight Channel and could go into the TV, Shadows could also appear on foggy days in the real world, making it dangerous for normal people to get around.
* The IT's abilities could also be used on these foggy days, making their battle to save people very public. This made relations between Yu and Dojima much more difficult.
* Ameno Sagiri literally drags their battle into the middle of Inaba instead of over it.
* Izanami starts the final battle right in the middle of the town as well.
* Persona (and Wild Card) powers work slightly differently (see below).
Since their battle was so much more public, it easily caught the attention of Nick Fury. However, he wasn't able to send an agent out for recruitment purposes until Yu has returned to the city for some time. Yu initially denied the invite, believing his powers only worked in the TV world and the fog, but a little determination and preserverance proved otherwise.
Personality: At first glance, Yu doesn't seem like the kind of person that could get along with anyone. His face seems to be stuck in a permanent lineface, and he doesn't speak that much -- even when he does talk, he's succinct and lacking in tact. The immediate impression of him would be that he is aloof, shy, and not really interested in interacting with the world around him, and indeed if Yu were from the start of Persona 4, this would likely be the case. However, his experiences in Inaba have changed that part about him, and he is much more open to the people around him and has come to form many bonds with others -- some intentional, some not.
While his normal expression is perpetually neutral, Yu is capable of smiling, and does so most often around his friends and his little cousin, Nanako, whom he loves like a little sister. Still, his tone does not seem to change as often as he smiles, and in addition to the fact that he does not speak that much, it can be problematic interpreting what he means. For example, when asking Yosuke if he wanted a copy of Shadow Kanji's announcement about the Bath House in the TV World, it was difficult to determine if he was joking around or not, though judging from his reaction to the Bath House later on, it was clear he was just being sarcastic. Conversely, when his uncle, Dojima, gives him bright fuchsia swimming shorts, one would think Yu was being sarcastic when he said they looked very stylish. However, not only was he actually willingly wearing them after the camping trip, he said they were hip when Kanji commented on them, revealing that he genuinely thought that way. Essentially, Yu is a deadpan snarker, but because his expression and tone rarely changes, it's difficult to tell when he's snarking and when he's being serious. This also leads to him having a unique sense of humor as well, as he's been shown to do things such as imitate Teddy (and his bear-y bad puns) and pretend to be a girl, which leads to having a "shojou moment" with Yosuke, complete with sparkles and bubbles, just for laughs. Admittedly, not many people laugh at his jokes, and most just respond to them with exasperation, as they can't tell if he's being serious or not. Also, like most boys his age, he has a small perverted side, one that rarely comes out without prodding, like when Yosuke asked if he had a camera on him when the girls had fallen over with their rear ends pointed toward them. His, "Damn, no!" was surprisingly enthusiastic for him. Yu is also a bit of a nerd, or perhaps closet geek is a better description; he has been shown to collect several model mechas and be an enthusiastic reader of a variety of genres. As with most things, he internalizes his geek-side; you're probably not going to see him squee unless it's something that's just too good not to squee over.
Yu is a very kind individual, and this kindness plays a lot in how he forms social bonds with other people. Once he came out of his shell, it doesn't take him much to help someone, especially if it's one of his friends and especially if it's Nanako. Yosuke, however, seems to get the, "I'll just leave him alone," response more than a few times, mostly because he brings his own misery on himself. He seems to be able to instinctively tell what others want from him, and not only give them the kind of person they want to interact with, but also the kind of person they need to interact with. He doesn't seem to even be aware that he's doing it; he just does it because it's the right thing to do. Yu's kindness is seen the most during his summer vacation, where he helps an old woman remember her love for her deceased husband, accidentally reminded a nurse why she started working in the medical field in the first place, helped a woman understand how much her step son appreciated and loved her, and tutored a young boy to prepare him for his high school entrance exams, as well as help him learn what it meant to have friends. He formed social bonds with of these people, but of course, he didn't originally intend to do this; he initially started out picking up part time work so he could get Nanako a new umbrella. He just ended up helping everyone else along the way, no matter how embarrassing it was, even though there was no need for him to do so.
Yu is very courageous, especially considering his very normal background, though he was not immune to the standard reaction of ending up in a strange place. After falling into the TV World, and being confronted by the otherworldly Shadows, Yu is appropriately freaked out. His lineface cracked, and he even said that he couldn't move, most likely because he was that afraid. However, once he obtained his Persona, that all changed, even going so far as to have a Crowning Moment of CREEPY when he first used its power. Being granted that power gave him the confidence he needed to stand firm no matter what the situation that he found himself in while traveling in the TV world. That isn't to say he's completely unshakable, as he was genuinely in fear of possibly "losing something important" while traveling in the Shadow Kanji's Bath House (though again, it's difficult to tell how much of the whole Bath House incident he was taking seriously). That still didn't keep him from standing up to Shadow Kanji and giving the real Kanji the one thing he needed (acceptance from someone) in order to punch out his own Shadow. Even after these early confrontations, Yu is still not completely immune to fear, as shown when the group confronted Mitsuo Kubo's shadow. He had been sucked in to its darkness, and the disturbing thing tried to convince him that he was empty inside (something that would come up a couple of times later as well). It showed Yu what he was most terrified of; that all the bonds he had formed were meaningless and would just fade away once the mystery of Inaba was solved. His friends quickly proved that his fear was baseless, and helped him realize that it wasn't the adventure that was holding them together, but the fact that they were truly good friends. This isn't to say that Yu isn't capable of losing himself in other strong emotions, though it takes him a lot to get to that point. The best example, of course, is Nanako and her almost death. He was so sad, so enraged that he almost did something he would have regretted: throw Namatame into the TV to his death. Even after he managed to stop himself, he was questioning if it was right of him to do so, breaking down and crying on Yosuke's shoulder.
To summarize, Yu used to be a quiet and aloof individual when he first moved to Inaba. While he's still very quiet, he has grown as a person, and has come to express himself in many different ways. He is fiercely loyal to his friends, and would do anything to help them -- even punch them out if they ask for it.
Powers:
Wild Card
This is an ability unique to Yu amongst his group of friends. Most people that awaken to the power of Persona only have one, but Yu is capable of containing several within the sea of his unconscious mind. Each Persona he obtains corrisponds with an Arcana, and these Arcana corrispond with a bond he's made with another person. These bonds, or Social Links, not only give Yu added strength as a person, but each one he forges allows him access to a new Persona skill set. A Social Link cannot be formed just by talking to someone once. Yu needs to make a conscious effort to understand the person, or the person needs to make an effort to reach out to him, before a link can be formed. He seems to be able to do this on instinct, and can automatically respond to what a person needs and wants, sometimes without even realizing he's doing it.
Persona
Persona are the representation of the self in the form of gods and demons, and are a part of Yu's very soul. Unlike the Persona series, however, the abilities these Persona are capable of are given directly to the person they're attached to - meaning Yu can use all the magical and physical abilities a Persona has, provided he has a corrisponding weapon available to him for the physical abilities. The Personae themselves don't usually come out, unless specifically called on for a massive attack, similar to what a Limit Break would be in a Final Fantasy universe.
Yu's natural Arcana is The Fool/World, which allows him access to Izanagi/Izanagi-no-Okami's skill sets. Izanagi-no-Okami, because of how powerful it is, will only be available in certain circumstances, after plotting with any others that may be involved. Other Arcana will be available to him as he makes bonds, though only unlocked with a level up. His full Personae list can be found here.
RP Sample: Yu at the TDM.
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Other Characters: NA
CHARACTER INFORMATION
Character Name: Yu Narukami
Age: 18
Canon: Persona 4
AU History: Similar to canon, but with the following differences:
* While people still appeared on the Midnight Channel and could go into the TV, Shadows could also appear on foggy days in the real world, making it dangerous for normal people to get around.
* The IT's abilities could also be used on these foggy days, making their battle to save people very public. This made relations between Yu and Dojima much more difficult.
* Ameno Sagiri literally drags their battle into the middle of Inaba instead of over it.
* Izanami starts the final battle right in the middle of the town as well.
* Persona (and Wild Card) powers work slightly differently (see below).
Since their battle was so much more public, it easily caught the attention of Nick Fury. However, he wasn't able to send an agent out for recruitment purposes until Yu has returned to the city for some time. Yu initially denied the invite, believing his powers only worked in the TV world and the fog, but a little determination and preserverance proved otherwise.
Personality: At first glance, Yu doesn't seem like the kind of person that could get along with anyone. His face seems to be stuck in a permanent lineface, and he doesn't speak that much -- even when he does talk, he's succinct and lacking in tact. The immediate impression of him would be that he is aloof, shy, and not really interested in interacting with the world around him, and indeed if Yu were from the start of Persona 4, this would likely be the case. However, his experiences in Inaba have changed that part about him, and he is much more open to the people around him and has come to form many bonds with others -- some intentional, some not.
While his normal expression is perpetually neutral, Yu is capable of smiling, and does so most often around his friends and his little cousin, Nanako, whom he loves like a little sister. Still, his tone does not seem to change as often as he smiles, and in addition to the fact that he does not speak that much, it can be problematic interpreting what he means. For example, when asking Yosuke if he wanted a copy of Shadow Kanji's announcement about the Bath House in the TV World, it was difficult to determine if he was joking around or not, though judging from his reaction to the Bath House later on, it was clear he was just being sarcastic. Conversely, when his uncle, Dojima, gives him bright fuchsia swimming shorts, one would think Yu was being sarcastic when he said they looked very stylish. However, not only was he actually willingly wearing them after the camping trip, he said they were hip when Kanji commented on them, revealing that he genuinely thought that way. Essentially, Yu is a deadpan snarker, but because his expression and tone rarely changes, it's difficult to tell when he's snarking and when he's being serious. This also leads to him having a unique sense of humor as well, as he's been shown to do things such as imitate Teddy (and his bear-y bad puns) and pretend to be a girl, which leads to having a "shojou moment" with Yosuke, complete with sparkles and bubbles, just for laughs. Admittedly, not many people laugh at his jokes, and most just respond to them with exasperation, as they can't tell if he's being serious or not. Also, like most boys his age, he has a small perverted side, one that rarely comes out without prodding, like when Yosuke asked if he had a camera on him when the girls had fallen over with their rear ends pointed toward them. His, "Damn, no!" was surprisingly enthusiastic for him. Yu is also a bit of a nerd, or perhaps closet geek is a better description; he has been shown to collect several model mechas and be an enthusiastic reader of a variety of genres. As with most things, he internalizes his geek-side; you're probably not going to see him squee unless it's something that's just too good not to squee over.
Yu is a very kind individual, and this kindness plays a lot in how he forms social bonds with other people. Once he came out of his shell, it doesn't take him much to help someone, especially if it's one of his friends and especially if it's Nanako. Yosuke, however, seems to get the, "I'll just leave him alone," response more than a few times, mostly because he brings his own misery on himself. He seems to be able to instinctively tell what others want from him, and not only give them the kind of person they want to interact with, but also the kind of person they need to interact with. He doesn't seem to even be aware that he's doing it; he just does it because it's the right thing to do. Yu's kindness is seen the most during his summer vacation, where he helps an old woman remember her love for her deceased husband, accidentally reminded a nurse why she started working in the medical field in the first place, helped a woman understand how much her step son appreciated and loved her, and tutored a young boy to prepare him for his high school entrance exams, as well as help him learn what it meant to have friends. He formed social bonds with of these people, but of course, he didn't originally intend to do this; he initially started out picking up part time work so he could get Nanako a new umbrella. He just ended up helping everyone else along the way, no matter how embarrassing it was, even though there was no need for him to do so.
Yu is very courageous, especially considering his very normal background, though he was not immune to the standard reaction of ending up in a strange place. After falling into the TV World, and being confronted by the otherworldly Shadows, Yu is appropriately freaked out. His lineface cracked, and he even said that he couldn't move, most likely because he was that afraid. However, once he obtained his Persona, that all changed, even going so far as to have a Crowning Moment of CREEPY when he first used its power. Being granted that power gave him the confidence he needed to stand firm no matter what the situation that he found himself in while traveling in the TV world. That isn't to say he's completely unshakable, as he was genuinely in fear of possibly "losing something important" while traveling in the Shadow Kanji's Bath House (though again, it's difficult to tell how much of the whole Bath House incident he was taking seriously). That still didn't keep him from standing up to Shadow Kanji and giving the real Kanji the one thing he needed (acceptance from someone) in order to punch out his own Shadow. Even after these early confrontations, Yu is still not completely immune to fear, as shown when the group confronted Mitsuo Kubo's shadow. He had been sucked in to its darkness, and the disturbing thing tried to convince him that he was empty inside (something that would come up a couple of times later as well). It showed Yu what he was most terrified of; that all the bonds he had formed were meaningless and would just fade away once the mystery of Inaba was solved. His friends quickly proved that his fear was baseless, and helped him realize that it wasn't the adventure that was holding them together, but the fact that they were truly good friends. This isn't to say that Yu isn't capable of losing himself in other strong emotions, though it takes him a lot to get to that point. The best example, of course, is Nanako and her almost death. He was so sad, so enraged that he almost did something he would have regretted: throw Namatame into the TV to his death. Even after he managed to stop himself, he was questioning if it was right of him to do so, breaking down and crying on Yosuke's shoulder.
To summarize, Yu used to be a quiet and aloof individual when he first moved to Inaba. While he's still very quiet, he has grown as a person, and has come to express himself in many different ways. He is fiercely loyal to his friends, and would do anything to help them -- even punch them out if they ask for it.
Powers:
Wild Card
This is an ability unique to Yu amongst his group of friends. Most people that awaken to the power of Persona only have one, but Yu is capable of containing several within the sea of his unconscious mind. Each Persona he obtains corrisponds with an Arcana, and these Arcana corrispond with a bond he's made with another person. These bonds, or Social Links, not only give Yu added strength as a person, but each one he forges allows him access to a new Persona skill set. A Social Link cannot be formed just by talking to someone once. Yu needs to make a conscious effort to understand the person, or the person needs to make an effort to reach out to him, before a link can be formed. He seems to be able to do this on instinct, and can automatically respond to what a person needs and wants, sometimes without even realizing he's doing it.
Persona
Persona are the representation of the self in the form of gods and demons, and are a part of Yu's very soul. Unlike the Persona series, however, the abilities these Persona are capable of are given directly to the person they're attached to - meaning Yu can use all the magical and physical abilities a Persona has, provided he has a corrisponding weapon available to him for the physical abilities. The Personae themselves don't usually come out, unless specifically called on for a massive attack, similar to what a Limit Break would be in a Final Fantasy universe.
Yu's natural Arcana is The Fool/World, which allows him access to Izanagi/Izanagi-no-Okami's skill sets. Izanagi-no-Okami, because of how powerful it is, will only be available in certain circumstances, after plotting with any others that may be involved. Other Arcana will be available to him as he makes bonds, though only unlocked with a level up. His full Personae list can be found here.
RP Sample: Yu at the TDM.