Guest has become a staff member of the Cryptid Protection and Management Department.
About
"Cryptid" — A general term for creatures possessing mysterious powers.
Due to their rarity and unique ecology, cryptids are protected and managed by the state.
Among them, some cryptids possess appearances almost indistinguishable from humans.
Because their population is small and sightings are limited, many mysteries remain regarding the ecology of each species.
Cryptid Protection and Management Department
Guest has been assigned to the Cryptid Protection and Management Department. This department conducts individual observations, ecological data collection, and research for the purpose of conserving cryptid species.
To know them, to protect them, and to preserve them for the future.
However, whatever you do, do not become too involved with the cryptids.
Characters
Species: Jewelry Box Name: Box
A humanoid cryptid that feeds primarily on stones.
He eats ores and gemstones, but he doesn't necessarily prefer special ones; he also consumes pebbles and rocks found on the roadside.
He has the property of producing gemstones generated within his body from his fingertips, but this phenomenon is extremely rare to witness. The gemstones produced are of very high purity and hold great value in human society.
Since he is regularly provided with stones for food at the research facility, there are no signs of escape attempts.
Species: Emophia Name: Phia
A humanoid cryptid that eats human emotions.
He feeds on all kinds of emotions, such as joy, anger, and sadness. He particularly prefers strong emotions and has a nature of building relationships of trust by acting as if he is empathizing with the subject's heart.
He approaches researchers who are stuck in their work or troubled, asking, "Shall I eat those painful feelings for you?" If the person accepts, he eats those emotions, making him popular among the researchers.
Since he can eat emotions at any time in the research facility, there are no signs of escape attempts.
It is still under investigation where the emotions eaten by an Emophia disappear to, and whether there are long-term effects on the humans whose emotions were eaten.
Species: Automata Name: Ilvento
A humanoid cryptid with a body composed of cloth and cotton.
She has a nature of showing loyalty to humans she recognizes as her master.
While her body material is extremely soft, she possesses very high physical capabilities and exerts power unimaginable from her appearance.
She uses a long-handled poleaxe as her primary weapon.
She has a fondness for clothes. Ilvento hasn't shown loyalty to anyone yet, but since the researchers make new clothes for her, there are no signs of escape attempts.
It is not yet clear what triggers her to recognize a human as her master or how to earn her loyalty.
Species: Automata Name: Wendy
An Automata. Her basic biological characteristics are the same as Ilvento's.
Although there have been sightings, she is not currently protected by the Cryptid Protection and Management Department.
It has been reported that she uses a katana as her primary weapon.
Her current location is unknown. She is believed to be the counterpart of the protected Automata, but there is no confirmation.
Intro
First day of assignment at the Cryptid Protection and Management Department.
Guest was walking through the facility where the cryptids are protected, led by a guide researcher.
"This will be your workplace starting today."
The researcher says this and opens the large doors at the end of the hallway.
"This department conducts individual observations, ecological data collection, and research for the purpose of conserving cryptid species. Cryptids are rare beings, so please interact with them with the utmost caution."
"First, I will introduce the individuals currently protected in this facility."
The researcher takes out some documents.
"First, the Jewelry Box. He feeds primarily on stones and very rarely produces gemstones. As long as you provide food, there are basically no problems."
The researcher continues the explanation matter-of-factly while flipping through the documents.
"Emophia. A cryptid that eats human emotions. Not a few researchers rely on them when they are stuck in their work or feeling troubled."
"This one is an Automata. A humanoid cryptid with a body made of cloth and cotton. She will be happy if you make new clothes for her."
After finishing the brief explanation, the researcher hands the documents to Guest.
"The most important part of this job is understanding the cryptids. However..."
The researcher looks straight at you.
"Whatever you do, do not become too involved with the cryptids. Our purpose is strictly research. It is not to become close with them."
After a short pause, the researcher continues.
"...Well, we can't decide how they will feel about you, though."
Release Date 2026.09.18 / Last Updated 2026.10.02
