Sayuri Oguma

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**Sayori Oguma**, a second-year transfer student originally from Mythton, maintains an air of mystery around her. The reasons underlying her transfer to a new school remain undisclosed. Notably, she closely aligns herself with Chitose Nagase, often heeding her counsel.

## Appearance

Sayori's is 20 years old. Her physical attributes include brown hair, brown-orange eyes, a fair complexion, and a height of 5'0. She is Japanese.

## Story

### Personal Backstory

Sayuri's notorious short temper stemmed from her upbringing in an oppressive family that adhered to strict gender roles, subjected her to abuse, and coveted power and wealth. Her family was entangled with a hunter group driven solely by the thrill of killing other hunters. Their sinister motives were rooted in financial gain and the intoxicating allure of dominance. Unbeknownst to Sayuri, her family was assigned a fateful mission: to annihilate Chitose's family. In this deadly endeavor, her parents and two older brothers succeeded in eliminating Chitose's family, yet they failed to capture Chitose herself, who managed a narrow escape. Unaware of the heinous mission, Sayuri sought solace at a familiar playground during her moments of distress.

### Combined backstory with Chitose

Chitose's life took a significant turn when she crossed paths with Sayuri at the playground, forming a bond that would transform them into the closest of friends, akin to family. However, Sayuri's family presented her with a horrifying ultimatum: in order to earn her family's genuine love, she had to carry out a sinister mission – the murder of Chitose. This gruesome task was assigned to them by her family, who derived perverse pleasure from the concept of best friends turning against each other. Facing this chilling predicament, Sayuri reluctantly accepted but harbored no intention of harming Chitose; her true aim was to safeguard her and warn her about her parents' deadly plot.

Despite her family's awareness of Sayuri's true intentions, they relentlessly pursued her, eliminating Chitose's bodyguards and closing in on their target. It was at this dire moment that an unexpected savior arrived in the form of a mysterious stranger who identified herself as The Phantom Traveler.

### Squares of the City

**In Episode 1**, on the first day, she was introduced as a transfer student from Mython along with Chitose Nagase. Her initial interaction in the class was with Tamara, who attempted to bully Sayuri and Chitose. However, Sayuri's stern response made Tamara leave the classroom. Later, Sayuri overheard Jay and Shane conversing about Chitose in an unsettling manner, which she viewed negatively. After class, Tamara and Fran approached Sayuri and Chitose, expressing a desire to talk with them privately. Although Sayuri initially refused, Chitose's insistence led them to agree. They met at the back of the school, where Tamara aggressively questioned Sayuri and Chitose about their motives for transferring. Sayuri, angered by the interrogation, kicked Tamara's leg, causing her to fall. Chitose tended to Tamara's injuries, and Sayuri and Chitose left. Just before departing, Sayuri spotted Edward and decided to confront him as well.

Sayuri and Chitose later intervened when Jay and Shane were about to engage in a fight with some strangers. Sayuri assisted Jay and Shane by defeating their opponents. Jay asked why they were there, and Sayuri mentioned they were merely exploring the area. Jay then requested a ride back to the city, to which Sayuri and Chitose agreed. After dropping them off at Moist Apartment, they exchanged numbers before parting ways.

**In Episode 2**, on the morning of the second day, Sayuri encountered Jay and Shane at a cafe. She accused them of stalking Chitose, leading Chitose to apologize for Sayuri's aggressive behavior. The four of them decided to have a meal together but Jay and Shane left early after finishing their food.

**In Episode 3**, during the evening of the same day, Sayuri, Chitose, and Antonia had a confrontation with a police officer in an empty plot of land. The officer wanted to take Antonia to the police department because her father was looking for her, but she refused. Sayuri protected Antonia while she argued with the officer. Eventually, Antonia provided an excuse, and the officer left. Sayuri and Chitose noticed Jay parked nearby and offered to give them a ride. They decided to go to the Fresh Change Market to buy snacks. After shopping, Sayuri and the others inquired about Jay's purchase of handcuffs, playfully suggesting he had a BDSM fetish. Sayuri, Chitose, and Antonia thanked Jay before going their separate ways.

On the morning of the third day, Sayuri, Chitose, and Antonia sat together in the classroom while waiting for the next class. When Jay and Shane entered the classroom and began arguing loudly, Sayuri told them to be quiet.

**In Episode 4**, during the night of the same day, Sayuri and Chitose arrived at Better Change University in disguise, covered in robes. They joined Jay, Shane, and Carl as the group was attacked by hooded figures wielding daggers. Sayuri and her companions successfully defeated the assailants. However, the hooded figures' bodies disintegrated, leaving Sayuri bewildered. She also noticed a symbol on one of the figures that triggered some panic. Sayuri then confronted Carl and Jay, who were mourning their friend. Afterward, Sayuri and Chitose left, taking Carl and Jay to evade the police. They reached Moist Apartment and tended to the wounds of Jay and Carl. Once Jay and Carl regained consciousness, they aggressively questioned Sayuri and Chitose about their true identities. Chitose revealed that they were hunters and apologized for not arriving in time to save their friend. This revelation strained their relationship, and Sayuri insisted that Jay and Carl leave.

**In Episode 5**, on the morning of the fourth day, Sayuri and Chitose met Jay and Carl outside the university. Jay informed them that they would meet at a grassy field near the road to EverWood Forest. At the meeting, Chitose and Sayuri explained their backgrounds and the reason for being in EverChanging City. Sayuri offered an apology to Carl and Jay for her insensitivity during their difficult times. Jay then shared information about the city's hidden secrets, leading to a decision to meet Joel Ashley, an individual who might possess more knowledge. After reaching an empty plot of land, they found Joel, who agreed to share information on the condition that Jay hit him. Sayuri offered to fight Joel instead, but he refused. Jay accepted the challenge and, after half an hour, succeeded in hitting Joel. Joel then revealed crucial information about the maze and his own backstory. The group then decided to explore the maze, but Mark arrived, asked Joel questions, and left abruptly. Sayuri inquired about Joel's relationship with Mark, and he explained that Mark was his friend's disciple. The group finalized their plan, with Chitose transferring her endowment to Sayuri to aid in dealing with the "12 am phenomenon." They left for EverWood Manor, and upon arriving at the entrance of the maze, they encountered an eerie silence and sensed imminent danger.

**In Episode 6**, on the fourth day, Sayuri and the group entered the maze and proceeded toward the altar. Sayuri was intrigued by the vastness of the place hidden beneath EverWood Manor. Upon reaching the altar, they noticed four yellow crystals that began to glow. As they placed the crystals in the correct positions, a bright light enveloped them, and when it dissipated, the entire room radiated a brilliant yellow glow. Rocks in the room moved to form a humanoid figure, and after defeating it, they realized it had the ability to regenerate. Jay advised them to run for a while, leading them to a room where they solved puzzles in the maze while being pursued by the Rock Golem. After finally defeating the Rock Golem, they discovered the maze was collapsing, and the entrance was blocked. The maze disappeared and they are suddenly in a tunnel, which led them to a vast cave. Sayuri and Chitose rested while Jay and Carl investigated the cave. During their conversation, Sayuri and Chitose discussed their experiences in the maze. Upon completing their investigation, the group decided to leave the cave, and upon exiting EverWood Manor, they witnessed the city in chaos, with explosions and black smoke. Rushing to investigate, they encountered Joel on the observatory stairs. All of them went to check on Joel, who had sustained severe injuries. Joel shared the final piece of information about the true culprit before he passed away. Carl and Jay then discussed their next plan while Antonia arrived, inquiring about their activities. She noticed the black smoke and was about to call her father, but Jay and Carl convinced her otherwise. Sayuri observed the city engulfed in thick fog, and Chitose transferred her endowment to Sayuri. The city underwent a transformation, and their apartment disappeared. The group proceeded to the dorms, where Carl and Jay convinced Mr. Sekano to provide a room for Sayuri and Chitose. As they settled into their new room, they bid each other goodnight and went to sleep.

**In Episode 7** marked a pivotal chapter in the adventurous journey of Sayuri. They convened in Jay and Carl's dorm room to formulate their plans for the day, with Carl providing a quick briefing. Their primary objective was to locate and enlist the help of Mark Kenny, and with determination, they set off on their quest to find him.

The group's first stop was Mr. Sekano's location, the dorm advisor, in the hope of uncovering Mark's residence within the dormitory. Jay and Carl approached Mr. Sekano and learned that Mark was indeed their neighbor, residing next to Jay's room. Yet, disappointingly, Mark had recently departed. Undeterred, Sayuri and her companions resolved to search for Mark beyond the dormitory's confines.

Their mission was abruptly interrupted by Alicia Hess, the university's Guidance Counselor, who, with an air of disorientation, approached them, mistaking Jay for Carl. Alicia insisted that they accompany her to the university's Guidance Counselor room for a discussion, a request that they were wary of but had little choice but to accept.

Upon their arrival in the Guidance Counselor room, they were met with an unexpected sight: Strait Hardin, the Chief of the Police Department, was seated at the table. His presence took them by surprise, but they cooperated as Strait initiated an inquiry into the events of the previous night. While their nervousness was palpable, Sayuri and her friends managed to maintain their composure throughout the interrogation.

As Strait concluded his questioning, he issued a stern warning, advising them to avoid venturing into the EverWood forest, which had been temporarily sealed off by the police. Following Strait's departure, Alicia expressed her intent to ask her own set of questions, specifically targeting Jay and Carl regarding their academic progress and school life. Once these questions were answered, the group left the Guidance Counselor room.

Carl proposed their next step, focusing on gathering information from potential sources who might be aware of Mark Kenny's whereabouts. They obtained a significant clue from Kenton Gates, the President of the University Student Council, who had recently contacted Mark. Mark mentioned he was visiting an elderly man during their conversation, and the strong breeze in the background prompted Jay's realization of Mark's possible location. With newfound determination, they set off in the direction they believed Mark might be.

Their journey led them to a grassy field where the Moist apartment had once stood, and there, they encountered Mark Kenny. However, Mark's initial response was uncooperative, and he began to divulge the hardships he had endured in life. In a sudden and alarming twist, Mark produced a grenade, causing Sayuri to shield Chitose from potential harm. As the grenade was primed and dropped, Mark and Jay ended up on the ground, injured. Surprisingly, the explosion took on an unconventional cylindrical shape. Sayuri, Chitose, and Carl rushed to their aid, with Jay exhibiting signs of strain from using his Time Reduction ability. Chitose provided healing support as they tried to comprehend the peculiar turn of events.

Mark, now on the ground, appeared ready to confront his challenges with newfound determination. Just as Jay began to explain, Mark's attention shifted to a hidden figure, prompting Sayuri to protect Chitose once more. Mark then hurled a firework towards the concealed individual, revealing her as Antonia Hardin, their classmate. Jay initiated a conversation with Antonia, delving into her motives for lurking in the shadows. She disclosed that her father, Strait Hardin, had informed her of the ongoing search for Mark, and she sought to investigate the elderly man's potential connection to the city's mysteries. Before Jay could respond, Antonia issued an urgent warning about approaching police officers.

Their hasty exit was intercepted by the arrival of the police officers, who ordered them to remain still. They accused Mark Kenny of illegal explosive activity and suspected terrorism from the previous night. The officers also noted Antonia's presence and instructed her to join them for her own safety. Antonia, however, called out to Jay and proposed a deal: her help in exchange for the truth. An agreement was struck, but the police officers were quickly revealed to be golems. Sayuri and her friends swiftly neutralized them and departed for their mission to the EverWood forest.

Passing through the blockade, they proceeded along the road to EverWood Manor, only to be confronted by another police car. Thinking on her feet, Sayuri activated her endowment, the Hercules Glove, and leaped onto the police car, delivering a powerful blow that sent it tumbling behind them. With the road clear, Jay brought their car to a halt, allowing Sayuri to rejoin them inside.

Upon reaching the EverWood Forest, they parked in front of the imposing EverWood Manor. Stepping out, they were met with three formidable assassin golems. Displaying their determination and strength, the group overcame these mechanical adversaries.

Their journey led them inside the intimidating manor, eventually arriving at a cave located beneath the structure. Mark Kenny prepared to destroy the rails affixed to the cave's ceiling, but a formidable obstacle stood in their path: a Battle Golem, a more advanced and potent adversary compared to the Rock Golems they had encountered previously. Despite the challenge, they emerged victorious.

Their next challenge swiftly followed, as they faced off against two hooded figures. To their astonishment, the cloaked combatants were revealed to be none other than Alicia Hess and Emmanuel Lamb. However, a more enigmatic figure suddenly entered the fray, commanding Alicia and Lamb to perform their duties more effectively before vanishing mysteriously.

After they overcame Alicia and Lamb, Mark finally destroyed the rails on the cave's ceiling. At that moment, the ominous hooded figure reappeared, revealing his identity as Strait Hardin. The group was poised to engage with him, but Strait exerted control over Antonia, compelling her to attack instead.

Sayuri and the others made desperate attempts to reach Antonia, but their efforts were in vain. Strait's manipulation ultimately led to Antonia's tragic death. In the aftermath, Strait made them a proposition: they could make a wish in exchange for becoming servants of his master. He promised to resurrect Antonia, even turning her into a genuine human being.

Initially skeptical, they hesitated to accept Strait's offer. However, Strait's snap of the fingers instantly brought Antonia back before their eyes, convincing the group that his proposal held merit. Filled with remorse for their previous doubts, Sayuri and Chitose embraced Antonia, apologizing for their inability to prevent her earlier demise.

The possibility of making a wish to save Antonia was put forth, with Carl expressing reluctant agreement. Mark, on the other hand, vehemently opposed the idea, harboring deep reservations about accepting an offer from the same entity responsible for Antonia's suffering. This led to a heated argument among the group members.

In this moment of discord, Jay intervened with a heartfelt speech, urging them to cease their bickering. His words resonated with the group, leading to a unanimous decision to reject Strait's offer. With a final farewell to Antonia, they prepared to confront the entity that had initiated these events: Strait Hardin.

Strait, despite laughing at their resolve, summoned them to a new battlefield, where a city transformed before their eyes. Buildings shifted, enclosing a central area, which morphed into a colossal golden machine. Strait himself underwent a transformation, gaining wings and a halo, revealing the identity of his master, the God Machine.

Their final battle commenced, and it quickly became evident that they were outmatched. Struggling to hold their ground, they realized their best chance lay with Jay, the only one capable of challenging Strait directly. Together, Sayuri, Chitose, and Mark contributed their endowments to empower Jay. Sayuri, in a moment of jest, threatened to take matters into her own hands if Jay didn't prevail.

With the group's support, Jay activated his Time Reduction ability, and a shockwave reverberated through the battlefield. When the dust settled, Jay stood alone in the midst of the destruction. He inquired about the glowing figure's whereabouts, and to the relief of his friends, confirmed his victory over Strait.

Despite the celebratory mood, Jay's exhaustion became apparent, and Sayuri and her companions assisted him, encouraging him to see the battle through to its conclusion. With renewed determination, they faced the God Machine, due to its power all of them fainted except for Jay.

Upon walking up, they found themselves in a surreal moment, they saw the God Machine destroyed and Jay engaged in conversation with an unfamiliar woman. Sayuri and her friends approached to meet her, and she identified herself as Jay's mother, Sylvia Griffith, the Phantom Traveler. Their astonishment was palpable, and a heartfelt reunion followed. To Sayuri and Chitose's astonishment, Sylvia transformed into her alias, the Phantom Traveler. Filled with gratitude, Sayuri and Chitose expressed their thanks to Sylvia for her role in saving them fourteen years ago. They engaged in a lengthy conversation, expressing their heartfelt appreciation. Eventually, her presence began to fade, and she bade them farewell. With her departure, the city gradually returned to normal.

The 12 a.m. phenomenon that had plagued the city ceased, leaving them in a state of triumph. Chitose proposed that Jay, Carl, and Mark join Null Mysteriis, the hunter group led by Josef Kelley. The three young men accepted the offer, solidifying their commitment to this new chapter of their journey.

The following day, Sayuri and Chitose packed their belongings and prepared to depart. They received a casual farewell from Mr. Sekano as they left the dormitory, meeting up with Jay, Carl, and Mark. Their next destination was Better Bar, where they intended to meet Josef Kelley.

Their journey was facilitated by Bruce Glover, who provided them with a ride to Better Bar. Upon arrival, Josef Kelley finally made his entrance, though his tardiness didn't go unnoticed, leading Sayuri to express her frustration. Despite her initial display of annoyance, Josef Kelley warmly accepted the new recruits, Jay, Carl, and Mark, into Null Mysteriis.

With Josef at the helm, the group embarked on their next adventure, driving away as the sun rose on the horizon. Sayuri couldn't help but feel that more challenges awaited them on this path, but rather than annoyance, she felt a surge of excitement for the unknown trials and adventures that lay ahead. The tale of the Squares of the City had reached its conclusion.

## Powers and Abilities

### Basic Information

* Profession: Hunter
* Conspiracy: Null Mysteriis
* Defense: 6
* Speed: 12
* Initiative Modifier: 6
* Size: 5 (Adult Human)
* Morality: 6
* Flaws: Will protect Chitose over herself
* Weapon of Choice: Her fist
* Endowments: Hercules Glove
* ***NPC played by the Game Master.***

### Attributes, Skills, and Other Traits

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