There is always room, Shinjiro-san. I... have missed everybody. It's a strange feeling, but I believe I would like to see my beloved friends once again.
For the time being, I have been brought from January 16th. Much time has passed since we last fought together... It's a relief to see you, in particular.
[things get mighty gloomy with this guy around, don't they? not that, you know, p3 is gloomy anyway or anything. as loathe as she may be to answer his question, merit is in honesty.]
... Yes. We were unable to locate both yourself and Ken-kun before the incident occurred.
[It's a gift with Shinjiro, really. He lets out a small sigh, but honestly by this point it's not all that surprising. He expects it.]
Tch. That means either Minato or Minami's your field leader. Unless the Minako from your time...
[No. No that's too much of a depressing thought. Granted, there ARE other possibilities as well, like coming from a world were Junepi is the field leader...but seriously.
[all these alternate universes are going to make her overheat one day, honestly. but it's nice to lay down some ground work, even if the subject's a little... odd.
junpei no.]
Minato-kun has been leading SEES where I am from. He's a very capable leader... I have complete faith in his abilities.
Yeah. Met the guy in the tower. Guess I can see why we'd all follow him. Minako's the leader where I'm from. Minami's from another universe but in that one...
...tch. You ain't gonna like this but Minato is Minami's brother and he leads Strega. Both of 'em are here too. Along with the rest of Strega.
[and it was going so well... naturally, the last part takes her by surprise -- both strega, and the fact that he would have anything to do with them.]
Minato-kun... Why would he do something like that? Strega has caused so much sadness for us, and the citizens of Iwatodai as well... They do not belong in a world where they can cause more harm.
It ain't like that Aigis. They ain't like the Strega you know. Not gonna defend 'em either, still think they aren't doing the right thing. But in his world, Manto was part of the children that were tested on by the Kirijo Group Branch. Ikutsuki...that bastard masterminded everything. We realized just how much recently...
Jin, Chidori...even Ken's with them in that world. They found him in the streets before SEES did.
That's... [certainly a lot to take in, but she does her best to keep up without focusing on just how wrong it all sounds compared to how things work in her world. it's the least she can do to understand.]
I am sorry, Shinjiro-san. Things sound as though they are so much more difficult where you're from... I only wish that I could offer assistance.
[He...looks on the left a bit before he speaks, but his tone is surpisingly calm.]
Aigis, I...ain't sure if I'd want you there. The monsters who run the tower we're all stuck in, they...
[Because he is a team leader now and damn it if he wants more of his group getting hurt or put in whatever mind game these assholes in the tower are doing. The mun, however, would love an Aigis around. Don't tell Shinji that tho.]
...They make Ikutsuki seem Doraemon. Then there's the two Minatos, and with Minako and Minami already here I...
[But then he's acting selfish isn't he?]
...tch. You'd all somehow insist on going anyway if I told you not to. Damn team of idiots, you tell 'em it's too dangerous, they'll be arguing who gets to go first. Why'd I put up with all of you in the first place...
[there's the side of her that doesn't want to think of them on their own, without her, even if they're not alone, while she's sitting around peacefully... but she can sort of see where he's coming from. were she in his situation, she wouldn't want to send anyone she cares about to a place like that either. they're far too important.]
I... believe I understand, Shinjiro-san. My programming has granted me combat expertise, but I do not yet know how to lead anybody in the face of danger. There's still so much for me to learn; I fear I wouldn't be able to make it any easier for you. If I were to be a burden to one of my friends, I would not be able to forgive myself.
[Wow, when you say it like that it makes him feel really bad. Not that he's show that too much outwardly, because he's Shinjiro.]
...tch. That...That ain't it. You ain't a burden to anyone Aigis. It's thanks to you that that we both agreed to go off to try and save Minako together with Met--
[January 16th. It...hasn't happened yet, has it? She doesn't know about Metis. She doesn't know that in her world, Minato also..]
[whatever he was going to say... seems like it's a case of some things being better left unsaid. or, at the very least, aigis is far from willing to do anything that may trouble him by asking him about it.]
It is quite alright. I understand that the me from your world must have done many things differently. I am... grateful to hear that I have a presence there as well. It makes me feel happy knowing that there's a version of me that can still operate alongside you and the others.
[He tries to grin a little. Almost a bit bittersweet due to the memories.]
You've always been an important part to the team, Aigis.
[Wow he actually admitted that out loud, congratulations.]
I'm...sure he'd be happy to see you. And I know Minami would be happy to see you as well, even if you're not from her time. Alone on her team against Strega...it really ain't right.
['s'okay. Mun happens to be a very big Naoya fan, even if he is a little old.]
I am Aigis. It's very nice to meet you, Naoya-san. [...] If... You do not mind me asking, you are also a member of a team of Persona users? I was unaware that such things existed before my time.
Yes I was the leader of a team that took down the SEBEC's DEVA System that was controlled by Takahisa Kandori. We were given Persona after playing the Persona game and meet Philemon who awarded us with our Personas.
...as I have understand, later generations did not play the Persona game or meet Philemon. I assume this is your case as well.
[she gives him a nod -- manufacturers are so rude to little robogirls...] I was not designated a surname. I am merely Aigis, until one becomes necessary.
[...] Persona game...? I've never heard of such a thing... Nor anybody with the name 'Philemon.' My archives have little information on either subject, unfortunately.
Honestly, I'm not surprised. We kept quiet about our involvement with SEBEC and the Night Queen...
...ahh you're a humanoid! I apologize...
[He fidgets a little nervously. Now that he looks closer at her, he can see that she's not quiet a flesh-blooded human.]
Considering such a technology is not heard of from my time I'm amazed...then again, neither was the DEVA system. I'm sorry for not noticing before, Aigis.
[wah, this is always the sort-of awkward step in meeting people. she shakes her head; she's perfectly used to it by now.]
There is no need to apologize, Naoya-san. It's actually a very big relief that you may not have noticed sooner.
[...] I was assembled during the year of 1999. The technology where I am from has allowed many like me to exist... though I am the last of my model currently in operation. [sort of.]
1999...considering your method of speech you're a Japanese model too. I can't really think of many companies who would have the knowledge to pull this off...SEBEC but I am doubtful considering what happened whe we fought them. That leaves...the Nanjo Group?
[Could it? He could almost see Kei allowing a line of Demon Fighting robots in case of another crisis but...]
[she starts fiddling with her ribbon, now. time for all the nitty-gritty.] Anti-Shadow Emergency Control Units such as myself were developed by the Kirijo Group sometime after their separation from the Nanjo Group, following an incident that occurred within Iwatodai. However... I am uncertain as to the relations between the two factions.
Never heard of them. Kei Nanjo was one of my friends that I mentioned. We fought Kandori together, but I never heard him talk about this other group at all.
[ah, time differences... well, she's never really heard about any of his buddies, so it seems fair enough.] Perhaps they were aligned sometime after... I am afraid I don't have access to details. I hope that one day I shall have a chance to speak with this friend of yours.
[she nods shortly.] I was created as a way of eliminating the large number of Shadows that had begun gathering within the city. So far, such a feat is only made possible by the existence of Persona. [...] I have not heard of creatures called 'demons' existing within the real world...
That is strange. We've always had to deal with demons...although there were some of our foes who could use Personas. Kandori himself included. Shadows were just another type of demons we encountered...
[But if Shadows exist because of persona users...]
Minami-san... [just givin' it a go! it makes her little fabricated heart warm hearing that she has yet another friend, regardless of universal differences.]
Yes. Minato-kun has lead many expeditions throughout the levels of Tartarus alongside myself and the others. I take it... Things are not the same for you.
Uh, no. I lead SEES where I'm from with Mitsuru-senpai's help and Minato is.... he's around. Just not at Gekkoukan. [She shifts awkwardly but still, it's nice to hear Aigis say her name again! Minami had been worrying she'd start to forget what it'd sound like coming from her. As far as Minato is concerned, she doesn't want to talk about it. Part of her has a feeling it might break Aigis's heart if she knew.]
Are you doing well? Has been long since your mun last brought you out?
I am certain that SEES is in capable hands, Minami-san. [she isn't going to jump to any drastic conclusions, at least, so for now it's just nice to know that everyone seems to be doing okay!]
Yes, I'm doing very well! It has been eight months and fourteen days since I was last visited by my mundane... but I am grateful that I have another chance to speak with so many people.
Thanks. It means a lot coming from you. [And it does. It really does. Aigis was one of her closest friends back home so naturally she holds her opinion as one of the highest of all. Luckily she isn't questioning her about Minato. That's just one can of worms she doesn't want to deal with right now. All that matters is this: Aigis is here. Aigis is safe. Aigis doesn't know her but is happy to see her. That's enough.]
Were you in a game or did your mun play you privately somewhere back then?
[her happiness, in turn, means quite a lot to the young android. she can't do much in way of providing any support in minami's world, but just speaking looks like it's doing good for the both of them. there's little aigis would prefer over being cause for a smile.]
I was played privately for a time. It was only for a few months, but I enjoyed having so much freedom. Having so many others around me now is... very different. We are both trying to adapt.
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Of course. I would want nothing more than to be with you again.
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Has your mun checked out
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Are you happy there, Minato-kun?
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[Although this does beg the question]
...what day is it for you?
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[OH WAIT NOT THAT SHINJI WOULD KNOW THIS. YOU KNOW. BEING SHINJI. But he does suddenly become serious for a moment, since he has a feeling that...]
...I'm dead where you're from, aren't I.
[Best to assume he is than not...the odds of meeting an Aigis from HIS timeline are much too rare.]
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... Yes. We were unable to locate both yourself and Ken-kun before the incident occurred.
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Tch. That means either Minato or Minami's your field leader. Unless the Minako from your time...
[No. No that's too much of a depressing thought. Granted, there ARE other possibilities as well, like coming from a world were Junepi is the field leader...but seriously.
Junepi.
NOPE.
Not gonna happen.]
...
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junpei no.]
Minato-kun has been leading SEES where I am from. He's a very capable leader... I have complete faith in his abilities.
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Yeah. Met the guy in the tower. Guess I can see why we'd all follow him. Minako's the leader where I'm from. Minami's from another universe but in that one...
...tch. You ain't gonna like this but Minato is Minami's brother and he leads Strega. Both of 'em are here too. Along with the rest of Strega.
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Minato-kun... Why would he do something like that? Strega has caused so much sadness for us, and the citizens of Iwatodai as well... They do not belong in a world where they can cause more harm.
And now for a bit of headcanon, I apologize.
It ain't like that Aigis. They ain't like the Strega you know. Not gonna defend 'em either, still think they aren't doing the right thing. But in his world, Manto was part of the children that were tested on by the Kirijo Group Branch. Ikutsuki...that bastard masterminded everything. We realized just how much recently...
Jin, Chidori...even Ken's with them in that world. They found him in the streets before SEES did.
's'all good with me!
I am sorry, Shinjiro-san. Things sound as though they are so much more difficult where you're from... I only wish that I could offer assistance.
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Aigis, I...ain't sure if I'd want you there. The monsters who run the tower we're all stuck in, they...
[Because he is a team leader now and damn it if he wants more of his group getting hurt or put in whatever mind game these assholes in the tower are doing.
The mun, however, would love an Aigis around. Don't tell Shinji that tho.]...They make Ikutsuki seem Doraemon. Then there's the two Minatos, and with Minako and Minami already here I...
[But then he's acting selfish isn't he?]
...tch. You'd all somehow insist on going anyway if I told you not to. Damn team of idiots, you tell 'em it's too dangerous, they'll be arguing who gets to go first. Why'd I put up with all of you in the first place...
[Because you are team mom, Shinji.]
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I... believe I understand, Shinjiro-san. My programming has granted me combat expertise, but I do not yet know how to lead anybody in the face of danger. There's still so much for me to learn; I fear I wouldn't be able to make it any easier for you. If I were to be a burden to one of my friends, I would not be able to forgive myself.
[...] Please make sure that our friends are safe.
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...tch. That...That ain't it. You ain't a burden to anyone Aigis. It's thanks to you that that we both agreed to go off to try and save Minako together with Met--
[January 16th. It...hasn't happened yet, has it? She doesn't know about Metis. She doesn't know that in her world, Minato also..]
...dammit. [He sighs, annoyed.]
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It is quite alright. I understand that the me from your world must have done many things differently. I am... grateful to hear that I have a presence there as well. It makes me feel happy knowing that there's a version of me that can still operate alongside you and the others.
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You've always been an important part to the team, Aigis.
[Wow he actually admitted that out loud, congratulations.]
I'm...sure he'd be happy to see you. And I know Minami would be happy to see you as well, even if you're not from her time. Alone on her team against Strega...it really ain't right.
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I can sense them. I was told by the others that not all Persona users are able to do the same, although those in my team are able to.
Naoya Toudou. I am from 1996.
[He's kinda used being the guy from the past.]
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I am Aigis. It's very nice to meet you, Naoya-san. [...] If... You do not mind me asking, you are also a member of a team of Persona users? I was unaware that such things existed before my time.
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Aigis...no last name?
Yes I was the leader of a team that took down the SEBEC's DEVA System that was controlled by Takahisa Kandori. We were given Persona after playing the Persona game and meet Philemon who awarded us with our Personas.
...as I have understand, later generations did not play the Persona game or meet Philemon. I assume this is your case as well.
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[...] Persona game...? I've never heard of such a thing... Nor anybody with the name 'Philemon.' My archives have little information on either subject, unfortunately.
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...ahh you're a humanoid! I apologize...
[He fidgets a little nervously. Now that he looks closer at her, he can see that she's not quiet a flesh-blooded human.]
Considering such a technology is not heard of from my time I'm amazed...then again, neither was the DEVA system. I'm sorry for not noticing before, Aigis.
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There is no need to apologize, Naoya-san. It's actually a very big relief that you may not have noticed sooner.
[...] I was assembled during the year of 1999. The technology where I am from has allowed many like me to exist... though I am the last of my model currently in operation. [sort of.]
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[Could it? He could almost see Kei allowing a line of Demon Fighting robots in case of another crisis but...]
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[she starts fiddling with her ribbon, now. time for all the nitty-gritty.] Anti-Shadow Emergency Control Units such as myself were developed by the Kirijo Group sometime after their separation from the Nanjo Group, following an incident that occurred within Iwatodai. However... I am uncertain as to the relations between the two factions.
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Never heard of them. Kei Nanjo was one of my friends that I mentioned. We fought Kandori together, but I never heard him talk about this other group at all.
[Naoya has always been truthful, at least.]
But...shadows? Not demons?
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[she nods shortly.] I was created as a way of eliminating the large number of Shadows that had begun gathering within the city. So far, such a feat is only made possible by the existence of Persona. [...] I have not heard of creatures called 'demons' existing within the real world...
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[But if Shadows exist because of persona users...]
Shadows are attracted to Persona users?
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You're here! I'm so glad to see you!
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Yeah! I'm Minami! Minami Arisato. We're really good friends in my universe. You're from the universe where Minato leads SEES, right?
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Yes. Minato-kun has lead many expeditions throughout the levels of Tartarus alongside myself and the others. I take it... Things are not the same for you.
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Are you doing well? Has been long since your mun last brought you out?
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Yes, I'm doing very well! It has been eight months and fourteen days since I was last visited by my mundane... but I am grateful that I have another chance to speak with so many people.
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Were you in a game or did your mun play you privately somewhere back then?
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I was played privately for a time. It was only for a few months, but I enjoyed having so much freedom. Having so many others around me now is... very different. We are both trying to adapt.