Lore

As the adventures are within the universe of JelloApocalypse's original Anime Campaign series, there will be some aspects already introduced from the rules and lore of the series while also mixing in certain aspects from the "Epithet Erased" continuity. Alongside this, there will be some aspects that are either introduced previously but changed quite extensively or entirely new bits of lore and concepts by Chaotic Otaku.

## General Concepts

**Epithets** - A word that is etched into the user's soul, one out of five people are born with an Epithet. In order for something to become an Epithet, the word must be universally accepted by the various meanings it has, even if it isn't used anymore. (Examples: "Fireball," "Blade," "Apex," or "Soup") In order for someone to have an Epithet, they must be a human. The only means for a non-human (such as an animal or an object) to have one would be an Epithet user to transcribe it towards said target. This is normally done through people who have trained their Epithet long enough to become more powerful than others, but there are certain cases that a Class 1 user may transcribe their Epithet; those cases however, are very rare.

It is completely impossible for two people to have the same word. However, it's possible for people to either have similar words or two completely different words with similar powersets. (Example: Two people can't have the word "Infection" as an Epithet, but one user may have "Infection" as their Epithet and another may have "Infectious" as their Epithet.)

Depending on the Epithet a user has, their powerset may vary drastically. (One person could have the Epithet of "Love" and perceive the positive aspects such as hearts, kisses, sweets, and bonds. While another person could perceive the negative aspects like heartbreak, betrayal, and manipulation.) This perception can also influence how powerful or weak said powers might be. (Person A has the Epithet "Egg" and uses a moveset regarding different types of eggs, while Persona B may use it in a more symbolic sense with world creation or as a point of origin.)

It's not possible to stray from misspelling the word to force a varied set if the original word does not correlate with the meaning. (Example: Someone cannot have the Epithet "Dog" and have anything relating to "Bog" and try to start using skills such as creating difficult terrain of deep ponds.)

**Inscribed** - The name given to people who have an Epithet, they're described as having an inherent advantage when it comes to combat and everyday life. There are even people who will be hired simply because they have an Epithet despite being completely unqualified, themselves. (Example: Gorou Shimazaki is the sheriff of "Redwood Run," but is completely incompetent at his job. However, because he had an Epithet (Bluster), he was given the job without a second thought.)

Inscribed are the only ones capable of obtaining powerful Abilities known as an "Outclass" and an "Overclass," which can drastically turn the tides of any situation at hand. The price, however, is that it will cost a bunch of Stamina to perform with the upside being that it cannot fail in any circumstance. As they train their Epithet, an Inscribed will start showing physical signs of their Epithet etched onto their body; typically the eyes. Although highly-proficient Class 1 users or certain Epithets may just make it more obvious as to what their word might be. (Example: Marty Grace is a Class 3 Inscribed with little sun marks on his cheeks that look like freckles. However, Mera Salamin from Epithet Erased is a Class 1 Inscribed whose Epithet makes her eyes shine like glass and her body tends to break easily.)

When an Inscribed user dies, their Epithet goes with them and returns into a metaphorical slot machine as to who gets the word next. However, in certain cases where an Inscribed's perception of their Epithet prevents them from dying, they will have to fully rid the target by destroying the soul itself.

**Outlcass/Overclass** - While most Inscribed tend to be Class 1 their entire lives, those who continue to train their Epithet will obtain a powerful move described as an "Outclass" and an "Overclass". These abilities are typically used as a last resort when things are looking bad for an Inscribed, and the effects of them vary greatly. However, the main components of these Abilities are that they can only be used once as they cost a lot of stamina to use, they cannot fail under any circumstances, and the effects vary between Epithet and Epithet.

**Mundies** - This is given to people who don't have Epithets, as well as non-humans. Because they don't have an Epithet, they are at an inherent disadvantage, and so must work harder to catch up with their Inscribed counterparts. While they are considered weaker, they can still put a good fight and can catch an Epithet user off-guard if they're successful on getting the jump on them.

There are two types of Mundies: Expert Mundies and Powerhouse Mundies. Expert Mundies focus more on becoming proficient with the tools at their disposal while Powerhouse Mundies focus more on training their bodies to tank hits more efficiently. However, Mundies will still struggle even if they trained their lives to be the best version of themselves they could be if their opponent has an Epithet that can simply outclass them no matter what. (Example: In Epithet Erased, Howie Honeyglow is a Powerhouse Mundie that has unparalleled strength, but is easily defeated by Zora Salazar's Epithet due to not only being a Class 3, but just her Epithet allows her to alter the flow of any set motion.)

Unlike Inscribed, Mundies are not able to have access to an Outclass or Overclass. Instead, they would get something fairly powerful that complements their overall skillset. There have been one or two cases where a Mundie has an Outclass or Overclass. However, it is simply because they're "built different," according to eyewitnesses and shouldn't be taken into account.

**Class** - A "Class" is defined by how strong a person is and how proficient they are in combat. The order goes as follows: Class 1 -> Class 2 -> Class 3, with Class 3 being the highest one can achieve. When an Inscribed or a Mundie become proficient enough, they will "Class Up," and will typically show changes that complement their growth. For Inscribed, their Epithet will start to physically manifest themselves onto parts of their body, usually around the eyes. (Example: Chester Hyness from Bigwig Mixer Flophouse is a Class 2 Inscribed, and his pupils are shaped like crowns.) For both Inscribed and Mundies, they will also get a new change of clothe to signify their growth. Once someone becomes a Class 3, they will have achieved the highest amount of power they can obtain, and can't go further than that.

**Transcription** - "Transcribing" is defined whenever a highly proficient Inscribed user imbues their Epithet onto an object or living being, giving it similar properties as the original Epithet; even giving the object certain characteristics of the original word that makes it so valuable for people to collect. An example of this would be in Avocado Ruby Diabolatry, where it's revealed early on that the entire temple was imbued with the Epithet "Guardian," making it have some form of sentience; acting as a literal guardian for anyone that would attempt to steal the Avocado Ruby.) While this is typically achieved from a Class 2 or Class 3 Inscribed, there have been a few cases where a Class 1 Inscribed has performed a transcription. However, it's normally done when the user has a rush of adrenaline or they're a highly proficient user with their Epithet.

**Magic** - Similar to Epithets, magic is a supernatural ability that controls various aspects of the world in different ways. However, unlike Epithets, anyone is capable of learning magic; even non-humans, but takes as much time to master their respective type, if not more so. Those who are highly proficient in many types or even just one could potentially be on par with an Inscribed, but some types are naturally weaker than their Epithet counterparts. (Chronomancy, while powerful, can still be outclassed by an Inscribed whose Epithet revolved around messing with time, for instance.) The concept was introduced in Avocado Ruby Diabolatry where The Children of The Corn, who comprised of nothing but Mundies, were seen using cultic magic; allowing them to morph the dark energy into physical objects such as scythes, daggers, and arrows.

If a magic-user were to perform the same actions as an Inscribed, they would need to exert their bodies harder than usual. And even then, there's a chance that it might not work depending on the complexity of the action performed. The only exception to this rule are beings who entirely comprise a particular type of magic or gods.

**Yokai** - Spirits that take on a variety of forms, shapes and sizes, they are commonly found in the country that houses Susano Village. A good amount usually perform harmless mischief while others are naturally hostile. They made their debut in Homemade Firecracker Fanatic. Currently, the only known yokai include the Obariyon, Kasa-Obake, Tofu Kozo, Red Oni, and the Onibi.

## Countries

Various countries and continents within the world of Anime Campaign are typically named after biomes, though some may be based on something else entirely while always ending with "Country". The locations shown are based on the original series with some new locations or entirely brand new countries. Entirely new countries that aren't on the map will also be given a description as to where they would be on the one shown to the right. (Note that not all countries will be given descriptions; only ones that have been mentioned by the creator, himself. For a more detailed description of the original countries found in Epithet Erased, click on this link here.)

Taiga Country - The setting of the original AC series, it houses well known locations such as **Sweet Jazz City** and **Redwood Run**. It is home to various inhabitants such as **Molly Blyndeff**, **Giovanni Potage**, and **Sylvester Ashling** from the original series, but is also home to original characters like **Brittany Laxblub** and **Jordan Dalek**. It also houses more original locations such as **Up Town City** and **Old Town Road City**, where the original setting of Groovy Donut Emergency took place.

Desert Country - To the west of Taiga Country is a place filled to the brim with nothing but sand, but has a more modern age location filled to the brim with neon lights similar to Las Vegas. **Indus Tarbella** is an example of somebody born from Desert Country, but an original character named **Maja Baja** is also from Desert Country. It is also home to a made up location called **AGHrabah**.

Blossom Country - A country to the far east of the world map, it was originally unnamed in its debut **Homemade Firecracker Fanatic**, but given a proper name sometime after the campaign's story had ended. Compared to the rest of the world, it is more rural and based on real-life Japanese settlements, having only but a few cities. The only known main location is **Susano Village**, where the events of the adventure took place. Because a majority of the country is still filled with nature, it is home to many Yokai.

Two hundred years ago, a powerful yokai that took on the form of an eight-headed serpent terrorized the inhabitants of the country. However, a lone swordsman from a far-off village by the name of Susano slayed the serpent. However, he eventually succumbed to his wounds after the battle. The village he came from would then become the now "Susano Village," and hold a festival every year to celebrate the defeat of the yokai and the heroic deeds of the swordsman.

The inhabitants of Blossom Country typically wear kimonos along with Japanese attire. Those that live in cities also wear similar attire, while those of nobility wear more fancy kimonos and accessories; typically described as descendants of the gods. Known inhabitants of Blossom Country include **Ikaruga Nobunaga**, **Kitaro**, **Kaguya Tsukihime**, and **Stella Apparatus**.

Tropical Country - A country found to the northern east of Deepwood Country, it's warm climates gave way to tropical forests and exotic wildlife. The inhabitants typically wear shirts with floral or bird patterns, making them look like tourists. It was also home to an ancient temple that housed the Avocado Ruby before falling apart in **Avocado Ruby Diabolatry**.

Arctic Country - A country that's known for being covered in a seemingly never-ending blanket of snow, the inhabitants have gotten used to the cold by wearing very warm, fuzzy or fluffy articles of clothing. However, they're still able to exist in warmer climates due to the blizzards during winter making their bodies so cold to the point that their clothes are pretty much fashion choices when in other places such as Tropical Country or Desert Country. It was first mentioned in Avocado Ruby Diabolatry in a journal entry the party reads through when going through the temple, where it was written by a man named "Lance Freeman". The only known inhabitants of Arctic Country are Lance Freeman, Terry, and Mary Sales.

Cotton Country - A country further up Taiga Country also called "Candy Cane Lane," it's an entire country themed around candy. Due to the strange biology of the terrain, its wildlife and fauna are capable for consumption, and the only "poison" that one would normally get is from eating too much sugar. It also has a military force called the "Milk Dud Military," who once fought an enemy force called the "Sour Patch Syndicate" in a decisive battle resulting in the former's victory called "The Battle for Candy Cane Lane," resulting in the syndicate to disband entirely. The "Cotton" in its name is in reference to cotton candy. It was first mentioned in Cuddly Pilgrim Cruise.

Inhabitants of Cotton Candy include **Goe Roda** and **George Regali**.

Abyss Country - A long-forgotten country to the rest of the world, its history is forever lost after its remains were accidentally destroyed by **Leia Patcha** when she managed to snag a necklace in some ruins that remained. During a scuffle with some sharks, Leia ended up destroying the remains of the country, and made a new enemy in the form of the Krav McJaws. It was mentioned by the martial art-wielding sharks in Avocado Ruby Diabolatry when Leia was about to fight some stone statues guarding the temple as they sprung to life.

## Locations/Cities

This segment is dedicated to entirely new locations created by Chaotic Otaku. Filler Arcs that are canon will also be mentioned.

### Taiga Country

* Up Town City - Similar to Sweet Jazz City, it is a musical-themed city that focuses more on Funk and Hip-Hop rather than Jazz. The inhabitants of Up Town City are described as being very funky, with a touch of eccentricity to either their design of personality, but relatively are carefree and live everyday lives. Similar to the Banzai Blasters, the city's equivalent are V.U.L.T., which is short for **V**ery **U**nderhanded and **L**eftover **T**actics. The city was first mentioned in Groovy Donut Emergency, and wouldn't make a proper debut until Bigwig Mixer Flophouse.
	+ Up Town Police Department - The police force of Up Town City, the police are meant to help uphold the law in case any crimes are committed. However, because there is surprisingly little crime (to the point the worst crime you can commit is loitering), the members of the police are very carefree and don't take their jobs as seriously; despite there being an actual criminal organization in the form of V.U.L.T., but they usually let them go due to being idiots. According to Craig Jackson, the police chief is also not bright. The known members of the force are **Pauline Iuanua**, **Vincent Capter**, **Cliff Yeovil**, and **Gerate Fulwood**.
		- However, Otaku has soon reworked the police force in that they're normally oblivious or just really dumb; with the exception of the players who debuted in Groovy Donut Emergency and one NPC who has yet to be revealed.
	+ Old Town Road City - The equivalent to Redwood Run, it was most famous during the peak of the Funk music genre. However, once its peak had been peaked, it gradually faded into obscurity. It comprises of a self-proclaimed cops called "The Fuzz," who stole the donut of Up Town's police chief in an attempt to bring back the city to its funky glory. Its main inhabitants are **"The Fuzz,"** **Craig Jackson**, **"Rozzy"**, **"Donald"**, and **Dans Tegel**. It made its debut in Groovy Donut Emergency, where the events took place.
	+ Eternal Bliss - A health committee building located in Up Town City, it is comprised of health inspectors that make sure that any building providing some kind of service is still able to be in business for their monthly check-ups. Some of its members include **Daitai Subbi**, **Aurum Fairday**, **Flint Lockwood**, and **Marian Pharmis**. It made its debut in Bigwig Mixer Flophouse.
	+ Shaw Day Hotel - A hotel that has been around for some time, its overall quality has been worsened overtime, it's a miracle that it was able to stick around for some people. Making its debut in Bigwig Mixer Flophouse, members of Eternal Bliss were assigned to do their monthly health inspection for it; not knowing that there was a mixing event between The Board and V.U.L.T.. After the story concluded, the hotel had officially been shut down, as it was deemed unfit for people to stay and/or work in.
	+ The Board - A business organization that is run by **Chester Hyness**. It has many connections to various businesses and companies that makes sure that both parties mutually benefit one another. Every single member of organization is based on a Chess Piece. Chester made the arrangements because of how the members of V.U.L.T. were similar to his fellow employees; in that they had a bit of a rough upbringing or just looking for a place to call home. Known members include the Pawns, Rooks, and **Fili Guido**.
	+ Brooklyn Boulevard - A street that's a few distances away from Up Town City, it's an area known for being home to some of its upper class citizens. Some of its residences are known for being eccentric in some way, but the only one known with an actual name is **Giorno Cotage**, owner of "Goodwill Housing". It made its debut in **Levitating Cottage Establishment**.
	+ Goodwill Housing - A business owned by Giorno Cotage, its primary goal is to help those in search of a new home. Its prices are always adjustable to the buyer's request, and the loans are surprisingly cheap. According to the events of Levitating Cottage Establishment, it has recently sold over one million cottages.
	+ ChildHood Inc. - An office building in Up Town City, it aims to better the lives of children around the world by creating new toys, books, games, and anything that will give children a chance to have a happy life. The main lobby is even described as a daycare center. The building is accepting of all kinds of people, whether they're Inscribed, Mundies, or have a shady history who wish to better themselves. The only known member is **Cybil Roda**. It was first mentioned in Levitating Cottage Establishment, but has yet to make a proper appearance.
	+ ImPECKable Airlines - An airline that is owned by the Aerie Family, it's the most well known and most used airport used in Up Town City. While not much is known about the airport itself, what **IS** known is that those of the family have to be taken everywhere by plan, no matter the circumstances. The only known members of said family are **Dangle "Dan" Aerie** and **Ava V. Aerie**. It was mentioned by the former in **Eagle Festival Playground**. (This bit of lore is owned by **Little Jaybird**)
	+ Funky Town High - A high school located in Up Town City, it has many students that are described as funky, groovy, and flat out eccentric in some way, shape, or form. First introduced in Eagle Festival Playground, the known students of that school are **Timothy Jamison**, **Barry Smawl**, **Angelina Daville**, and Gina **Beauragarde**, all of which form the skateboarding team "The Kings of Cool" for the Eagle Festival.
	+ Fast-Food Joint - A place faraway from Up Town City, not much is known other than having fast-food restaurants. Supposedly, the only who works there is a woman who worked at the festival's stall selling her restaurant's products called The Little Hatchling. It was mentioned by Barry Smawl in Eagle Festival Playground.
	+ Skateserson Family Mechanics - A mechanic shop owned by the Skateserson family, they can fix many types of vehicles. It was first mentioned by a son of the family, **Jhonny Skateserson**, who helps with working around the shop; tinkering and fixing various types of machinery and vehicles. Jhonny and his father are the only known members of the shop. It was first mentioned by Jhonny Skateserson in Eagle Festival Playground, and would later make a proper debut in the Filler Arc **Famous Robotic Hoopla**.

### Desert Country

* **AGH**rabah - A city located within the sands of Desert Country, it is known for housing various merchants and an exotic kingdom themed after Arabian architecture. People in **AGH**rabah wear some form of light clothing to combat the heat of Desert Country. Currently, the only known inhabitant of **AGH**rabah is **Maja Baja**, who first mentioned his home city in Avocado Ruby Diabolatry.

### Blossom Country

* Susano Village - A small village within Blossom Country, it is the main setting of Homemade Firecracker Fanatic where they celebrate the defeat of the eight-headed serpent and heroic deeds of a swordsman by holding a festival once a year known as the Sakura Festival. The known inhabitants of that village include **Oma Tsuri, Kitaro, Kaguya Tsukihime, Stella Apparatus** and **Huxley Hookman**, with **Malton** and **Gary Beaker** being outsiders. It made its debut in Homemade Firecracker Fanatic. Beyond the village lies Hana Fields.
	+ Hana Fields - A massive, grassy field that's filled with trees and plants alike, it's the perfect place to explore and partake in hobbies like fishing and bug catching. It's also home to different types of youkai due to its massive size, but do no more than commit harmless pranks. Going to the right of the fields leads to Kitaro's house, to the left is a hot spring where Yokai enjoy their days peacefully that humans that can join in on, and going straight ahead leads to a bamboo forest.
	+ Bamboo Forest - A massive forest filled to the brim with bamboo, one could easily get lost if they don't know where to go. It houses more hostile yokai such as Oni and Onibi, but going straight ahead leads to the house of Kaguya Tsukihime.