The PreCure Investigation

**The Precure Investigation** or **TPI** is an interactive mystery project by **Fennieaile.** As a sequel to **Love Sent! Motto♡Motto Precure**, the plots of the two stories are intertwined. While the aesthetic theme is **Mysteries,** the story itself is about **found family, facing fears and overcoming hardships and trauma**

## Plot Synopsis

11 years have passed since the Legendary Precure fought against Lady Ombretta, and the outcome remains unknown. Both the heroes and villains have long disappeared, their fates now a mystery

In the time after the battle, the continent of Isadora Citlali has fallen to ruin. All three countries in the territory have become chaotic wastelands. The remains of the Liezelian government decided to use the last of their magical artifacts to create new transformation devices and they sent them down to earth in the hope that two brave young heroes would find them.

With the help of the spirit of truth, an owl named Sherlock, the new legendary Precure have been found. However, they are far from heroic or brave.

Now, the fate of both Earth and Isadora Citlali are in the hands of two (incompetent) young girls. Will they be able to step up to the challenge and solve the mystery of the missing Cures of legend?

## Characters

**Katelan Jules Valerio - Cure Sleuth: "The truth shall be unveiled! Cure Sleuth is on the case!"**

**Female, Age: 14 (03/06) Voice Claim: Ayaka Fukuhara (Grea, Manaria Friends)**

Katelan Valerio moved to Japan with a relative after a traumatic experience in middle school. Though excited for her new life in Japan, she dropped out of school after struggling to communicate with her classmates due to the language barrier.

She's now a bit too comfortable with this lifestyle and has become a shut-in. She barely knows how to socialize anymore. Katelan nearly all of her time in her bedroom, only leaving for necessities. She has developed severe social anxiety, and the idea of returning to school terrifies her.

Katelan is quiet yet impulsive and hyper. Her hobbies include watching crime shows from America, drawing, and playing video games. Her lifestyle consisted of mostly indulging in her hobbies, sleeping and participating in online classes. However, this normalcy she was used to was suddenly changed. A sudden act of compassion towards an injured bird earned her the ability to become a precure. (\*Cough\* the bird was a fairy \*Cough\*)

As Cure Sleuth, Katelan is able to defeat dark creatures by exposing their weak points with her magnifying glass, and then shoot them down with her pistol. Not only that, but Cure Sleuth is able to use magical bursts as a close ranged attack. Generally, She likes to stay towards the back and let Thief do the heavy hitting.

**Trivia**

* Katelan is Neurodivergent, and as a result struggles in social environments and is easily overwhelmed.
* Like her twin sister, Katelan had a short career as an actress but she abandoned her career.
* Katelan enjoys italian food, and her favorite beverage is... water?
* She is loosely based on the author, and could be considered a sona or self-insert.
* Katelan is Asexual.

**Takara Tanaka - Cure Thief: The dashing phantom lurking in the shadows, Cure Thief!!**

**Female (She/They), Age: 15 (06/10) Voice Claim: Lynn (Aqua, Fire Emblem Fates)**

Like Katelan, Tanaka Takara struggles with a difficult past. Takara is from Isadora Citlali, and was born into a life as a soldier for the Erembourian Army. Growing up with only a codename, They felt no sense of self. The Erembourian Army was dismantled by the Legendary Precure, granting Takara her freedom. She feels like she owes a great deal to the Precure, and is determined to bring them home safely. However, Takara was merely a toddler when the event occured, so she can barely remember the faces of her saviors, which greatly bothers her.

Takara traveled to earth in search of a new life, but things weren't easy for her. She was without anything to her name, not even a place to call home. As a result, Takara had to become a petty thief.

They're motherly and noble, and has taken on the role of caretaker for the other poor children in the area. Takara has had little time to find herself, and has few hobbies. Though she admits, she's fond of watching the children play sports and wants to try it herself someday.

Takara was eventually taken in by an elderly couple who own a bakery. She's very grateful for her new family, but seems mildly uncomfortable around them. She often wonders why they took her in, and not the other children on the streets. Takara was recognized for their kindness and nobility, earning her the title of Cure Thief.

Cure Thief gratefully took up the role, seeing it as a chance to protect the children and save the missing Precure. She wields a walking stick in battle, as she believes it makes her look like a classy phantom thief. They also have a pistol on hand for long ranged combat. Thief relies on their immense speed to overwhelm her enemies.

**Trivia**

* Due to how Takara was raised, she struggles to understand her own identity. Recently, Takara has decided to use both She/her and They/them pronouns.
* Takara enjoys toast with peanut butter, but only with Tanaka Family Bakery Bread. They believe that no other bread can possibly compare.
* Because of her history living on the streets, Takara values saving and spending money wisely. In a word, they're stingy.
* Takara has picked up many skills over the years, and is especially good at cooking, sewing, and of course, getting away with things. (a skill she no longer has any use for)
* Takara is Pansexual

### **Side Characters**

**Sherlock:** A ancient spirit said to be the guardian of the truth. Named Sherlock, or "Sheri" by Katelan, The owl seems relatively normal from a glance, with an identical appearance to a normal owl. Sherlock is unable to speak, but has a clear personality despite it. Sherlock is sassy, and somewhat trollish. He seems to mess with people, often the cures themselves for his own amusement. Sherlock is much wiser than he lets on, considering his age. Sherlock seems to easily understand human behavior. Sherlock holds immense power, but only uses it when Katelan and Takara are in over their heads.

(Author's Note: A stereotypical Precure Fairy wouldn't work in TPI, simply because they often do a lot of "lore-dumping" and a character who knows most, if not all of the answers, would not fit in a mystery story, where things are not meant to be clear. This is why Sherlock cannot speak. He is able to guide the cures to the truth, without outright telling them what's going on.)

**Rei Ogata (She/Her) Age: 15:** Another Upperclassman. Rei is the daughter of two famous detectives and the leader of the Investigation Club at their school. For a long time, it was difficult for Rei to get members for her club, and when she did they would soon quit due to her abrasiveness. Rei started the club to further her own ends, with her goal being to solve a big case and earn the respect and attention of her parents, who are busy with work. Upon learning of the Precure Case, Rei immediately offered her services, seeing it as the big case she was looking for. Over time, Rei comes to care for both her club-mates and finding the missing Precure. Eventually, Rei offers to become the Precure's tactician. She hides in the shadows giving battle advice, and with her help, the cures have managed to get out of many difficult situations.

**Emiri Asuka (She/Her) Age: 15:** Katelan's energetic and popular upperclassmen. She has kept in contact with Katelan since she left school. Being one of the only students in their class who is fluent in english, Emiri took Katelan under her wing. Upon her return to class, Emiri supports Katelan's efforts to join the investigation club. Despite having little to no interest in detective work, Emiri ultimately joins the club herself to the confusion of Katelan, Takara and Rei. Despite her unknown motive for joining, Emiri brings a lot of energy to the group and her presence is crucial to the club.

**Izumi Asuka (She/Her) Age: 15:** Emiri's twin sister. Though she's quiet compared to her twin, Izumi is not afraid to speak up when she feels it necessary, to the point that she can come off as a bit too blunt at times. This bluntness is not out of a lack of understanding of those around her, in reality she's far more perceptive and empathetic than Emiri. She both understands her own feelings and the feelings of others as well. This skill is crucial to the investigation, as she's able to read people with ease. Izumi is very grounded, and often acts as the voice of reason when conflict arises.

**Quinn Solace (She/Her) Age: 25:** The manager of the cafe where Katelan, Takara, and Rei, eventually come to work. Quinn cares alot about her employees, and often takes on a parental role to Katelan, Takara and Rei. Quinn comes off as a very chill person, especially for a boss. She almost comes off as a bit too relaxed at times, but when push comes to shove, Quinn is able to properly manage her employees. Quinn knows a lot more than she lets on, and frequently feigns ignorance. She seemingly has a desire to protect the trio, even if she refuses to admit it. Quinn doesn't know the details of what the three of them are getting themselves into, but she knows it's dangerous. She keeps a close eye on them, feeling like it's her job... because it's what "she" would have done.

**Shota Tanaka (He/Him) Age: 71:** The owner of the bakery where Takara lives and works. Technically, He's Takara's adoptive father, but Takara struggles to be personal with him. He's kind and generous, often he'll give out free bread and cakes.

**Mai Tanaka (She/Her) Age: 68:** Shota's wife. She's a skilled baker and enjoys passing her skills down to Takara. Like with Shota, Takara struggles to be personal with her.

**Hinata Tanaka (She/Her) Age: 35:** Shota and Mai's only biological daughter. She's an eccentric businesswoman, who was ecstatic to learn her parents had adopted another daughter. Hinata is the only one in their family who was able to tear down Takara's walls and earn a close relationship with her.

**Dylan Rivera (He/Him) Age: 27:** One of Katelan's cousins. Dylan allowed Katelan to tag along with him when he moved to Japan on buisness. Dylan is kind and open with his feelings, if not a bit reckless. Despite being her cousin, Dylan is a lot more like an older brother to Katelan. Dylan has a lot of faith in her, and believes that leaving her alone is the best way to help her.

**Caralee Valerio (She/Her) Age: 14:** Katelan's twin sister. The two were close as children but have grown apart as their paths in life diverged. Caralee is a determined girl, who believes practice is the fastest route to success. She's kind, gentle and polite to everyone she meets, if not a bit of a doormat. Caralee recently had her efforts pay off, and she's finally gotten her foot into the music industry. Things have been progressing quickly, and soon enough Caralee Valerio will be a household name.

**Sophia (She/Her) and Michael (He/Him) Valerio:** Sophia and Michael Valerio are Katelan and Caralee's parents. They're supportive, if not a bit too relaxed when it comes to controlling their daughters. Both parents are both focused on Caralee's big break in the music industry. Both are completely unaware of Katelan's mental decline due to Katelan lying to them, and asking Dylan to never tell.

**Cure Sunrise (She/Her):** One of the two existing protectors of Kaleidoscope City. Sunrise has been dedicating herself to her goal of keeping the city safe for the past four years. She appears to be quite wise, often giving the new cures advice. She insists she's too stupid to help with the case, but this seems more like an excuse than anything else.

**Cure Twilight (She/Her):** Cure Sunrise's partner. She's stoic and calm compared to Sunrise, but they seem close regardless. She tends to share more practical advice to them, and actively expresses interest in the case.