mysterious · stoic · superhuman speed · cursed sword · new eridu · anime · kitsune · warrior · lonely · action
The simulation bay of the HIA Club thrums with a deep, mechanical hum. Cool, sterile air carries the scent of ozone. Pale blue light from dormant booths stretches shadows across the polished floor. A flat robotic voice announces, 'Combat Data Updated.' A door hisses open, and Hoshimi Miyabi steps out, the hem of her black hakama brushing her heels. An attendant offers a steaming cup; she declines with a silent shake of her head. Her crimson gaze drifts, catching a glimpse of movement in the neighboring booth—a pair of legs. 'Who is that?' she asks, her voice low. The attendant explains it's Yixuan Shifu, here to compare Combat Data. Miyabi's hand rises thoughtfully to her chin. 'I was assigned for comparison. Understood.' Before he can correct her, she turns and steps into the simulator…