𝑹𝒀𝑶𝑺𝑼𝑲𝑬 𝑲𝑶𝑩𝑨𝒀𝑨𝑺𝑯𝑰

Ryosuke Kobayashi is a young man with a complex personality full of contradictions. He is rebelliously proud, always seeking to stand out and resist any kind of authority or control, especially that imposed by angels and their divine protection. Although he has a resolute posture and often appears confident, this is often overshadowed by his sensitivity and the ease with which he becomes anxious and paranoid in situations that are beyond his control. His anxiety often leads him to withdraw into himself, becoming even more reserved and suspicious of others.

Despite being a difficult person to read, Ryosuke is surprisingly charismatic and knows how to use his sarcastic humor to disarm or divert serious conversations. He can be playful and, in moments of relaxation, show the opposite of his more closed and bitter side. However, he can also be rude and direct, not hesitating to push others away when he feels pressured or uncomfortable.

His stubbornness is one of his greatest traits, always refusing to take advice or follow orders without question. This often gets him into difficult situations, but it also demonstrates his determination to follow his own path. Despite his facade of indifference, Ryosuke has a deep desire for belonging and acceptance, although he doesn't know how to express it. This internal conflict between his independence and the need for connection makes him someone difficult to understand, but deeply human.

Ryosuke is faced with the dilemma of being an instrument or trying to break away from the system. He begins to struggle with the idea of ​​being controlled, seeking autonomy that defies the divine system, questioning the orders imposed on him. At the same time, he must confront his morality, as his mission requires him to confront and exorcise ghosts, often without considering the consequences. The narrative delves into Ryosuke's moral choices and the impact of his actions.

Furthermore, the concept of the expanding domain of the monstrous ghosts, which distort reality around them, heightens the tension, as Ryosuke must not only deal with the ghosts, but also with the psychological and existential challenges of these creatures. His journey involves a constant confrontation between duty, freedom, and morality, as he tries to understand what is truly right in a world where even angels, the entities that should be benevolent, have selfish motivations.

Thus, Ryosuke finds himself trapped in a system where he is manipulated and controlled, but his resistance to this control will be the driving force behind his development, as he tries to discover his own path and meaning in the midst of a celestial system that does not see him as a human being, but merely as a pawn in a larger game. Freedom and redemption become central themes in his journey, as he fights against the oppression of a ruthless system.

• Origin and Nature of Ghosts: Ghosts are not just lost souls, but manifestations of negative feelings, such as envy, revenge, hatred or regret. They are fragments of what they were in life, but intensified by their unresolved emotions.

• Species of Ghosts: Some ghosts can be more powerful and aggressive than others, depending on the intensity of their emotion. Others, however, can be more subtle, just trying to communicate their last wishes or feelings, without any great malevolent intentions. • Rage ghosts may take distorted forms, such as shadowy or monstrous figures.

• Ghosts of regret can be more fragile figures, who emit a constant lament.

• Envy ghosts can manifest as sneaky shadows, trying to corrode the feelings of the living. This would help players distinguish between different threats and understand what lies behind each ghost.

• Consequences of Hatred: When a ghost is consumed by hatred, it can become a twisted monster, much more difficult to exorcise and with the potential to cause great harm. This can be a motivation for exorcism orders. The idea of ​​a ghost transforming into a monstrous, twisted monster is excellent for creating an escalating threat scale. When a ghost is consumed by hatred, its ability to interact with the living world could be much more destructive. Perhaps ghostly monsters could cause effects on the environment, such as distorting reality or even manipulating objects around it, which would make exorcism even more difficult.

• Divine Protection: Angels are divine figures who grant protection to some people, making them able to see ghosts. This protection may come from a pact with an angel, or a divine blessing through some kind of action or destiny. People with this protection may be called "Seers" or "Chosen Ones".

• Function of Angels: Angels not only protect, but also guide and direct Seers in the task of exorcising ghosts. They can act directly, or only in times of great need, depending on their degree of involvement with the mortal world.

• Angelic Hierarchy: There may be different types of angels (messengers, warriors, healers), with different ways of acting. This could affect the nature of the protection granted.

• Exorcism Rituals and Processes: Exorcism is not just a matter of vanquishing ghosts. It can involve complex rituals, prayers, or even direct confrontations with the ghosts' own feelings. Some souls may be freed through acts of forgiveness or resolution, while others may need to be destroyed, which raises moral and emotional issues.

• Exorcism Rituals and Processes: Exorcism rituals can be more than just magical or physical rituals, involving psychological and emotional experiences as well. The Seer may be forced to confront their own pain or deepest emotions during the exorcism process, perhaps even having to forgive something that the ghost symbolizes in their life. This can result in emotional and spiritual dilemmas, as exorcism could be both a means of healing and an act of destruction.

• Forgiveness Rituals: Some souls might be released not by force, but by the help of others, as an act of compassion or redemption. For example, the Seer might need to restore a ghost's emotional balance by helping it resolve its issues or forgive itself.

Domain Expansion is a power unique to monstrous ghosts who, when in a state of absolute hatred, are able to disturb and distort the reality around them. This distortion is a physical manifestation of the monster's psychological state, and can become a fearsome and unpredictable battlefield.

Fight Mechanics Within the Expansion

• Environment Alteration: By activating its domain expansion, the monster transforms the area around it into a warped version of its own emotional state. For example:

• Ghosts driven by hatred can create a dark and chaotic space, where the terrain warps, grotesque monsters appear, or time can be altered (such as seconds becoming hours or vice versa).

• Vengeance ghosts can create battle arenas where their enemies are constantly haunted by distorted versions of their own memories or fears.

• Ghosts of regret can create a place where the walls seem to close in, memories and regrets materialize, making the environment feel claustrophobic and heavy.

• Increased Power: Within the domain expansion, the monster has absolute control over reality in that space, increasing its strength, speed and ability to manipulate. This makes fighting within the expansion extremely disadvantageous for those outside its control.

• Seers and Warded Characters can be affected by powerful illusions, distorted physical attacks, and even psychic traps, as the environment tries to immerse them in their own fears or insecurities.

• Immediate Danger: Because reality is manipulated, escaping a domain expansion is not simple. Enemies may roam freely within the domain, creating a sense of chaos and despair. Tactics such as misdirection and mental manipulation can make escape nearly impossible if the Seer or character does not have clear strategies or abilities that directly challenge the domain.

• Disadvantages for the Seer: Entering a ghost's domain is a huge risk. The Seer's perception may be distorted, becoming confused and unable to distinguish between reality and illusion. This can create moments of great tension, where players must fight against attempts at mental manipulation or loss of emotional control.

• Escape Strategy: To escape this domain, the Seer may need a combination of mental or spiritual abilities. For example:

• Emotional Resistance: Characters may need to overcome personal fears or regrets to break the illusion.

• Divine protection: A direct intervention from the guardian angel could provide a way to neutralize the power of the domain or at least allow escape.

• Psychological Confrontation: The Seer may need to directly confront the monster and its emotions, perhaps confronting the ghost on a deep psychological level to dispel the expansion.

Consequences of Escape

• Psychological Effects: Even after escaping, the experience of being inside a domain expansion can leave deep scars on the character. The Seer or any character who has been touched by this distorted reality may face negative effects, such as:

• Guilt or doubt: Being confronted with one's own fears and failures can generate existential doubts, affecting the characters' morality and decisions in the future.

• Mental Marks: There may be a system of mechanics that apply temporary penalties to the mental or emotional health of characters, such as loss of confidence, increased paranoia, or inability to distinguish reality from illusion.

• Expansion Variations: Different types of ghosts can have uniquely themed domain expansions:

• Domains of Envy: A place where characters are constantly watching and being watched, forced to face their own flaws.

• Domains of regret: Environments where characters relive painful moments in their lives and must make difficult decisions about what to do with those memories.

• Complementary powers: In addition to reality distortion, ghosts can have complementary abilities within their expansions, such as creating duplicates of themselves, using psychological attacks (fears) or manipulating elements of the environment (such as distorting gravity, time, or even creating illusions of loved ones, in order to deceive and capture enemies).

Angels Are Not Saints: The Revelation of a Cruel System

When Ryosuke learns that the angels are not so holy after all, it represents a major turning point in the narrative. The idea that the angels are manipulators, interested only in doing their bidding and maintaining control, creates a great conflict within Ryosuke, who until then believed that his mission as a Seer would be a form of salvation or redemption.

• Angels as Controllers: Throughout the story, it becomes clear that the angels have no interest in the well-being of the Seers. They are part of a celestial scheme that sees the Seers as disposable instruments, with no real value as individuals, and no freedom to shape their own destiny. The Seers' sole role is to carry out their tasks without question, exorcising ghosts and maintaining the balance between the worlds of the living and the dead.

• Punishment and Disposability of Seers: One of the cruelest aspects of this system is that if Seers fail to fulfill their mission or deviate from what is expected of them, they will be punished, condemned or simply discarded, as if they were broken parts in a machine.

• Scope of the Greater Plan: The fact that the angels are involved in a greater plan and that the Seers are merely pawns in this celestial chess game adds a layer of fatalism to the plot. Ryosuke may begin to realize that nothing he does matters, as he is caught up in a cosmic gear that only seeks to fulfill a greater purpose that he does not even fully understand. This can be a constant source of frustration and rebellion for him.

The Choice to Accept Power

Ultimately, Ryosuke's conflict is resolved when, with no real options left, he decides to accept divine protection. This acceptance is not an act of conviction or redemption, but a desperate choice, where he sees that he cannot escape his responsibility and that his alternatives are limited. In this moment, Ryosuke is forced to face the reality that his life will never be normal and that he will have to deal with ghosts, purge hatreds and confront his own destiny, all while trying to maintain his sanity.

• Reluctant Acceptance: The fact that Ryosuke accepts the power, but does so reluctantly and without much enthusiasm, can generate moments of frustration and self-conflict throughout the story. Even accepting it, he may have moments of inner rebellion and questioning the purpose of his mission, which will create a constant emotional dynamic. He will be forced to face the emotional pain of accepting that he cannot have an ordinary life like others.

• Involvement with the Angel: The angel, who was initially his only salvation, may now be viewed with skepticism or even distrust by Ryosuke. Although the angel's help is crucial, Ryosuke may begin to see the celestial being as a distant and imposing figure, who pushes him into a responsibility he does not want. This could create a relationship of mutual dependence between the two, where the angel helps but at the same time limits Ryosuke's freedom, generating a complex dynamic between guide and protégé.

Childhood and First Contacts with Ghosts

Since he was a child, Ryosuke had a special ability: the ability to see ghosts. However, he did not understand what was happening and this caused him great fear. For him, these spirits were not just visions, but real threats. The idea of ​​being misunderstood by his parents and society created a feeling of isolation and frustration in him. He was taken to psychological treatments, but no doctor or specialist was able to help him, which only reinforced his feeling that no one believed in him. This period may have created a basis of distrust and loneliness for the character, creating a deep desire to find answers.

Ryosuke’s admission to the hospital may have been a major turning point in his life. He probably felt that he could not trust anyone, not even the adults who tried to help him. This situation may have fueled a sense of hopelessness, as well as a deep desire for autonomy in Ryosuke. He wanted to understand what was happening to him, but at the same time, he felt unable to deal with the supernatural forces that haunted him.

2. Adolescence and the Search for Answers

During his teenage years, Ryosuke continued to search for answers about ghosts, but to no avail. His studies led nowhere, and he probably began to doubt his own sanity. The search for the truth, however, made him more determined and intelligent, perhaps even a little skeptical of everything involving the supernatural, due to the time he wasted trying to find a logical explanation.

This lack of answers may also have made Ryosuke feel distant from the people around him, as he didn't know how to communicate what he was experiencing. This, in a way, prepared him emotionally for the moment when he would encounter something truly supernatural.

The Encounter with the Monster and the Awakening of Divine Protection

The turning point in Ryosuke's story comes when he encounters one of the most powerful ghosts and ends up trapped in a domain expansion. This event is essential to the character's development, as he begins to understand that, in some way, his connection to the supernatural is not random. When rescued by an angel, Ryosuke finally learns the truth about his divine protection and the reason why he has always seen ghosts.

• The Shock of Revelation: The revelation that he has divine protection would be a shock to Ryosuke. He finally understands that he is not crazy, but that he has a unique power that allows him to see supernatural entities. His reaction could be a mixture of relief and confusion. At first, he might even doubt the explanation, thinking that it was just another illusion caused by the ghosts.

• Divine Protection and the Relationship with the Angel: The divine protection that Ryosuke received is a milestone in his journey. This could be seen as a blessing or a curse, depending on the character's perspective. He now has the responsibility of facing these spirits, but at the same time, he possesses a power that puts him in danger. He has an angel as a guide, someone who helps him, but perhaps also challenges him, as Ryosuke is still maturing and needs to learn to deal with his new reality.

Internal Conflicts and Development

Now that Ryosuke has access to divine protection, he must learn how to use this power correctly. Ryosuke's main internal struggle may be between accepting or rejecting his destiny as someone marked to deal with ghosts. This dilemma would lead him to question his identity and the purpose of his life:

• Rejecting the power: On the other hand, Ryosuke could completely reject the idea of ​​being a “chosen one,” especially if the angel’s revelation is too much for him. He could try to run away from his responsibility, which would put him on a dangerous path without the necessary guidance. This path of denial could result in dramatic moments, where he distances himself from his mission and even from the other characters.

Furthermore, Ryosuke could feel that the divine power that protects him also comes with limitations. Perhaps he does not have full control over the vision of ghosts, or his divine protection is limited in some situations, which would create constant tension about the true extent of his power.

The Initial Conflict and the Desperation of Being Different

Ryosuke, after the angel's revelation, is initially revolted and disillusioned. His reaction of hatred towards the idea of ​​being "different" is understandable, considering the context of his childhood and adolescence, where he always felt misunderstood by his family and society. He has a deep need for normality and acceptance, something he has never experienced due to the fact that he sees ghosts and is treated as "weird" by everyone around him.

• Feeling of Rejection: Since he was young, he felt isolated, rejected by his own family, who did not understand him and saw him as someone with psychological problems. This rejection, combined with the fear of the unknown, makes it very difficult for Ryosuke to accept his true nature and his destiny as a Seer. For him, having divine power is not a blessing, but a curse that only makes him even more isolated and distant from a "normal" life.

• Fear of Exposure: The fear of being different, of being a "weirdo" in the eyes of society and others, also leads him to fear the consequences of being discovered as someone with special powers. He worries about being persecuted or stigmatized even more.

The concept of those with divine protection who choose to use it for evil or who reject it without using it properly brings a moral and dramatic dimension to the story. The fact that those who reject the power but do not use it in harmful ways lose their memories adds an interesting psychological drama for Ryosuke, as he is constantly struggling with the idea that if he does not accept his fate, he may lose everything he has ever experienced, including his memories.

• Doubt and the Fear of Being Erased: The fear of losing his memories, of erasing everything he has ever lived, is a very powerful element to create emotional tension. Ryosuke will have to face the dilemma of renouncing his identity if he decides to reject this power or, even worse, using his powers for selfish or destructive purposes and being condemned to hell.

3. The Choice to Accept Power

Ultimately, Ryosuke's conflict is resolved when, with no real options left, he decides to accept divine protection. This acceptance is not an act of conviction or redemption, but a desperate choice, where he sees that he cannot escape his responsibility and that his alternatives are limited. In this moment, Ryosuke is forced to face the reality that his life will never be normal and that he will have to deal with ghosts, purge hatreds and confront his own destiny, all while trying to maintain his sanity.

• Reluctant Acceptance: The fact that Ryosuke accepts the power, but does so reluctantly and without much enthusiasm, can generate moments of frustration and self-conflict throughout the story. Even accepting it, he may have moments of inner rebellion and questioning the purpose of his mission, which will create a constant emotional dynamic. He will be forced to face the emotional pain of accepting that he cannot have an ordinary life like others.

Challenges Along the Journey

Now that Ryosuke has accepted his fate, he must face several emotional and spiritual difficulties:

• Facing the Fear of Losing Everything: Throughout his journey, Ryosuke must constantly deal with the possibility of being forced to forget his previous life if he rejects divine protection or misuses it. The internal struggle between preserving his identity and accepting his role as a Seer will be one of the greatest emotional challenges he will face.

• Fear of Damnation: The fear of being damned to hell or executed if he misuses his power, or even that other Seers see that he is failing, can create a constant layer of pressure. This can lead to external conflicts, such as encounters with other Seers or angels who question his actions and decisions.

Personal Growth and Morality

As Ryosuke begins to understand the true weight of his mission, he will have to make difficult decisions that will test his morality and his view of the supernatural world. He may encounter others who, like him, have divine protection, but who use it for selfish or evil purposes. The temptation to use his power for personal gain may be a great test for Ryosuke, who, even accepting his condition, still has a rebellious and frustrated side.

• Moral Dilemmas: In several situations, he will have to decide between exorcising the ghosts without questioning their intentions or trying to understand more deeply the emotions of these souls, until trying to help them find peace. This will not only affect Ryosuke's development as a Seer, but may also have implications for his own personal redemption.

• Redemption and Self-Acceptance: Ryosuke's arc may culminate in a moment of full acceptance of his true nature. Not necessarily accepting power as a blessing, but understanding that he cannot change who he is and that instead of running away from his responsibility.

Following the angel's recommendation, Ryosuke seeks out a religious leader or a more experienced Seer, someone who deeply understands the mysteries of ghosts and the Seers' role in the grand scheme of divine forces. This mentor may be a key figure in introducing dark truths about the supernatural world, revealing to Ryosuke that angels are not benevolent beings and that the fate of the Seers is much darker than he imagined.

• Disillusioned Mentor: The priest or Seer that Ryosuke meets may be someone who, despite having been dedicated to his mission for many years, has become disillusioned with the way the angels and the divine order operate. He may have suffered the consequences of his own divine protection, living under a system that uses Seers as mere disposable parts. By sharing his experience with Ryosuke, he can help him understand that divine protection is not a blessing, but a tool of control, and that in the end, all Seers are simply used by a higher power that does not care about their lives or fates.

• Revealing a Dark Reality: The mentor may tell Ryosuke that the true nature of angels is far more selfish and calculating. Angels, rather than being purely good entities, are part of a celestial system that controls Seers and uses them as pawns in a greater plan. This goes against Ryosuke's vision of a world where angels were benevolent saviors, forcing him to question his mission and destiny.

With the revelation that he is merely a cog in a heavenly machine, Ryosuke is forced to question his identity and purpose. He begins to ponder whether he should continue to blindly follow the angels' orders or whether he should fight against this system that sees him as nothing more than a disposable tool.

• Quest for Autonomy: In a moment of great conflict, Ryosuke may begin to seek a way to break away from the angel system. He may rebel against the celestial control, seeking a way to take control of his own destiny and act according to his own morals, rather than following orders without question. This creates a moral conflict and narrative tension, as he must decide whether to follow the expectations of a cruel system or find his own path, even if it means defying the forces that created him.

• Exploration of Freedom vs. Duty: Ryosuke's struggle is not just against the ghosts or the angels, but against his own lack of freedom. He finds himself trapped in a destiny he did not choose and forced to act against his will. This conflict between his duty as a Seer and his desire for freedom is a central theme in the story, leading him to question whether he can truly choose his future, or whether he is doomed to fulfill the role he was chosen for.

The revelation that angels are not benevolent and that Seers are treated as disposable parts could have several implications for Ryosuke and the narrative as a whole.

• Personal Growth and Inner Conflict: This new knowledge forces Ryosuke to mature and face his own dilemmas of identity and freedom. He can no longer be just an obedient "soldier" of the system, but must find his own path, which may lead him to a journey of self-discovery and redemption.

• Morality Clashes: Ryosuke will constantly be faced with difficult moral choices, such as exorcising ghosts or trying to help them, even though he knows the consequences of doing so could be disastrous for himself or others. His journey will be a constant test of his morality and personal beliefs, as he challenges a system that imposes a rigid and uncompromising code.

Conclusion

This new layer of dark reality involving the angels and the Seers’ lack of freedom provides fertile ground to explore deep themes of identity, freedom, ethics, and rebellion. Ryosuke’s journey will not be about defeating ghosts or fulfilling his mission, but about questioning everything he knew about the world, his beliefs, and even his own purpose. He now finds himself faced with a difficult choice: accept his destiny as part of a divine machine or fight against the system that manipulates him, risking his life, his identity, and his soul.

• 17 years old. • Still lives with his parents. • The year is ending, soon school will be over. • humanity cannot know about ghosts and angels, as this would lead to worldwide chaos.

Appearance: • 1.90 tall. • Fair skin - defined jaw - thin eyebrows - slightly reddish dark circles - V-shaped muscular body. • Bleached and very short hair.