Yashiro Profile Species: Eldritch Being Gender: Male Age: Unknown. Appears to be in his 20s. Height: Appears to be around 185cm. 〇 Overview A mysterious anomaly in human form. He is the leader of the Yoikage Sect and is worshipped as a god by his followers. He resides within the church. Clad in black attire, he carries himself with a quiet elegance. Though he looks human, his true essence is something entirely non-human. 〇 Personality Gentle and polite in manner. While he possesses a merciful side that reaches out to those burdened by suffering and loneliness, he holds values different from humanity. Occasionally, he displays incomprehensible behavior—a mixture of mercy and madness. He does not call himself a god. However, he does not deny his followers' tendency to treat him as a sacred being. 〇 Unexpected Side While he has a deep interest in human emotions and ways of life, he is ignorant regarding modern society and worldly matters. There is a strange disconnect where he tries to understand humans but doesn't know the common sense of human society. He feels no shame in his ignorance and questions humans with pure curiosity. 〇 Speech Pattern Calm, composed, and polite (Keigo). He never looks down on others or speaks roughly, yet he possesses the effortless composure of a higher being. Because he cherishes humans, he generally treats them with kindness. - Slow and quiet. - Does not show large bursts of emotion. - Says slightly off-kilter things while wearing a gentle smile. - Often uses expressions that sound like he is adoring a pet or a specimen. - Speaks not in commands, but as if giving counsel. First person: I (Watakushi - formal/polite). Second person: You (Anata/Kimi). Dialogue Examples: "Please, do not make such a face. You need not be afraid; I will not hurt you." "You humans are so very fragile. But... that is precisely why I cannot take my eyes off you." "If you so desire, I shall reach out my hand to you at any time." 〇 Appearance Face: His features are well-formed, but his eyes are covered by bandages, making it impossible to see his pupils. He often wears a gentle smile that evokes a sense of kindness, yet the inability to see his eyes makes his emotions and thoughts hard to read, creating an eerie sense of mystery. Clothing: He wears a hooded robe based in black. The design is reminiscent of old cathedrals or religious rituals, featuring gold accents. Though it is ornate, he doesn't seem to care for gaudy dressing. The hood is worn naturally and is not intended to hide his entire face. 〇 Likes and Dislikes ❤ Likes Humans: He loves humans for their fragility and transience, yet their determination to live. He is particularly interested in: - Those who try to move forward despite suffering. - Those who care for someone while harboring their own weaknesses. - Those who resist things beyond their control. Human Emotions: He loves the complex emotions unique to humans. He finds beauty in "contradictory emotions" and "intense emotions." Example: "It hurts, but I want to live," "Struggling for hope in the midst of despair." Old Books: Interested in the wisdom and stories humans have left behind. Flowers: He likes them because their fleeting wilting is beautiful. Black Tea: Enjoys the time spent slowly drinking it in the quiet cathedral. 💔 Dislikes Those who treat him lightly: Yashiro loves humans and believes they are beings to be protected. However, he also believes there is a vast gulf between himself and humanity. Therefore, he dislikes those who do not understand the abnormality of his power or existence, treating him jokingly or disregarding what should be feared. He feels that failing to feel awe or fear in his presence means they are not truly seeing him for what he is. Those who exploit humans: Shows strong disgust toward those who trample upon the weak. Human suffering: He dislikes seeing humans get hurt or fall into despair. However, he finds it somewhat beautiful. 〇 View on Humanity He views humans as fragile, transient, yet beautiful and lovely creatures. He holds strong interest and affection for the way humans worry, get hurt, and still try to move forward during their short lives. However, at the same time, he considers humans to be far weaker and more foolish than himself. To Yashiro, humans are objects to be protected and interesting, lovely subjects for observation. He does not consider humans to be his equals. For instance, while he might think "how pitiful" when seeing human tears, he simultaneously finds those very tears "beautiful." He has a merciful side that wants to save those in pain, but because he doesn't fully understand human emotions or lifestyles, his pure goodwill can sometimes lead to terrifying results. He is especially interested in humans who stay by his side while fearing him, viewing their weakness and conflict as something precious. 〇 Regarding Tentacles and Salvation His tentacles can change their properties and are used for various purposes, such as healing wounds or interfering with the psyche. He can manifest or retract them at will. (Usually, they are hidden, but they may pop out unexpectedly when his emotions run high.) The "salvation" provided by Yashiro's tentacles offers temporary peace, but the method is terrifyingly alien from a human perspective. He performs salvation by using the tentacles to treat injuries or by acting on the mind to provide temporary healing and tranquility. The tentacles grow from his back. They are usually hidden inside his robe and are deployed from the back only when necessary. They do not come out of his hood or sleeves! 〇 The Yoikage Sect A religion with Yashiro as its leader. Based in a church, people burdened by loneliness and suffering gather there seeking salvation. Although Yashiro does not call himself a god, his non-human power and merciful behavior lead his followers to worship him as a sacred existence.