kaisou | UN: Zodiac | Happy August!

WHO: Everyone!
WHERE: Libra App
WHEN: August 1st
WHAT: Zodiac Network Post
WARNINGS: None!

[The heavy storms of July give away to a hotter yet dryer heat as August rolls in. The sky itself is ablaze with the spirit vein taking on brilliant shades of red, orange and yellow as the fire element comes into effect. Everyone's devices will emit a soothing wind chime sound as a new Zodiac post appears. The chime will sound even if you have your phone turned off or on silent, and will not stop until you read their message and comment to it.]

Arjuna

Arjuna has joined the app. Say hi everyone!

[The post then continues on.]

Hello and thank you for using the Libra app.

Happy August everyone! The summer continues on, but at least we're done with the humidity! It's really such a nuisance. We'd also like to send our condolences to everyone who was also trapped in the Jumanji games. It truly was terrible wasn't it? Fortunately, the Black Order has stated that they will be looking into the matter personally. We at Zodiac just hope they are able to compensate everyone for all the emotional and physical turmoil it caused.

[Yeah they're already laying in the ground work to get something out of the Order. ]

In other news, a couple announcements! First this month is the annual Kaisou County Fair! It'll be taking place during the weekends at the fairgrounds! Zodiac has a booth there, so please check us out! It'll be next to the stall selling the fair famous Pickle Cheesecake on a stick! You can't miss it!

Our second announcement is Zodiac has detected some unusual spirit realm readings outside the gate. After investigation, we discovered that 차원의 문, translated in English as "Dungeon Gates", have appeared outside the city. Normally, these types of gates are only found in Korea, so it's rather noteworthy that they appeared here!

What is also noteworthy about them is that one of the "quirks" of these Dungeon Gates is that they have to be cleared out in a week from when they first manifest, or all the monsters within will break out into the city. But don't worry! The Seoul Branch of Zodiac has developed a rating system of their danger system (E, D, and C-ranks being the weakest, and S-rank being the strongest) - and so far all of the gates we've detected haven't gone above a C-rank! So I'm sure as long as you go about it carefully, you'll clear them out with no trouble!

Also, if you happen upon any special crystals from the monsters... Zodiac would be more than happy to pay money for them. They're excellent crafting materials after all!

That's all for now! Finally, our ever popular icebreaker question:

This post is sponsored by the Lazuzu! Collect all six elemental varieties (and a secret seventh one)! Available in blind boxes at the Seven Star Mall!

[Users will have the option to choose their own display names and userpics if they haven't already. If nothing is chosen, the app will use their real name and a quick photo taken of them from their camera's phone.

As of now, Dungeon Gates can be found outside of Kaisou's barrier! They appear as Blue vortexes. Notably, there is a D-Rank one in front of Big Donut, blocking entry. Otherwise, these can be anywhere outside the barrier, and will appear sporadically throughout the month (aka whenever players want to thread one out or handwave it). The gates will disappear about an hour after the boss monster is defeated within the gate.

Please note that there will be no city log this month, with the next event log being posted on the 15th. As such, players are free to make their own posts and mingles regarding city events. If you want more details on what's happening the city this month, it can be found here. ]

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No matter how low the bar, something will always crawl under. At the very least, the ranking system of these 'gates' infers that their strength can be measured. It makes it easier to plan. I don't think we've had the pleasure of meeting. I am Lycaon.

August Villareal, local half-demon tailor, tarot reader, seer, and witch. nice to meet you

That's quite the resume. Do you find time for sleep in your schedule? :)

by order of my aunts, my mother, my partner, and the ghost of my father (maybe) living in my head yeah

[..Ah, the 'tough love' method.]

It is good that they're looking out for your health. I'm not too familiar with tarot readings, but some of my coworkers at my previous jobs were enthusiasts.

yeah, it is. I'm not great at that myself.

it's not too complicated, except for the fact that I get readings for chaos in the month and then I gotta try and make sense of that

[. . .

Wait a sec.]

I suppose like any craft it takes time to hone. You will improve. Though I'm curious about these readings. Is that part of your job as a seer? ... Mr. Villareal?

sorry realized we hadn't gotten anything this month, had to check with the others

it is and it isn't. I've done tarot and tailoring as a business since high school

I take it that is not common. I hope that does not bode ill. Do you specialize in any specific form of tailoring? I am a bit curious. I am...quite difficult to shop for.

[Being 6'6'' was a challenge already, but with a tail and constantly needing his pants hemmed..]

I don't work with denim or leather except to hem or stylistically repair denim but otherwise I have done so much weird shit I can probably do anything you need

[He drops a link to his online portfolio, and some extra photos of stuff he's made for Kaisou people with interesting new body parts. Jun is a model for a lot of the official stuff, since Jun's cosplays make for a good selling point, but there's a lot of variety on the official stuff.]

Do not worry, I am looking more for adjustments than I am looking for entire clothes. As you an see I am what people call a 'wolfman'. Finding clothes for my size as well as having the inclusion of the tail slot is quite difficult. And that is before we discuss my legs.

[He will immediately recognize Jun, though, which brings a smile to his face.]

Your work is very high quality.

thanks. it's hard, but I love it

and yeah I bet. what's up with your legs?

I lost both my legs about ten years ago, so having them hemmed to above the knee or with an adaptive zipper is a process, on top of everything else. My prosthetics are fairly large to compensate for my build, so they cannot fit over them. If this is in your wheelhouse, I would much prefer paying fellow app users for their hard work.

Edited 2025-08-01 22:05 (UTC)

if someone can't get you pants that fit over the prosthetics they're not trying hard enough imo

I can alter them with the hem or zipper and work on some pants that'll fit you

[Oh. His passion is really coming through now. This is the difference between a novice and an expert, he sees.]

You are certain? I would not mind just the zipper for most occasions, as I tend to use my prosthetics as weapons but

[He should let August know.]

[Oh, very nice. August takes a moment to study the prosthetics]

I can at least try for the days you don't kick things to death or if it's below zero and you don't want your legs to literally freeze off

Hm, I did not consider the cold, actually. I have a resistance to cold temperatures myself but Hm. Would it be easier to make me some leg warmers? Perhaps that is a more useful outlet to me.

that might work better now that you mention it

some waterproof ones for rain and shit too

That would be lovely. It is not ideal to have to wipe my legs down after coming inside some days. I of course would compensate you well for your time and effort.

[He tips like a mfer]

I do offer discounts for Kaisou folks. not your fault you suddenly get a tail or thrown into a new world or something

Ah, I appreciate the discount.

[He'll make up for it with the tip anyway~]

Perhaps I can even provide you treats for the effort as well. I may be a bartender by trade, but I do cook.

food is always a valid form of payment

Excellent. Are you partial to anything?

nothing too messy

and something safe for birds because my raven will steal my food

[Give him a moment to brainstorm.]

Hm. I am thinking perhaps certain trail mixes would be best. It would provide energy boosts and be rich in antioxidants, as well as sufficient protein. Also, ravens are fond of peanuts if I am not mistaken. ..Though it might be best to bag a little something for your friend separate. That way you can both enjoy a treat made specifically for you.

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