Danganronpa: Despair Days Part II
Project Overview
"In the center of the largest metropolital community in Japan stands the stronghold of Hope, Hopes Peak Academy. An educational institution known the world over as the epitome of Hope and Prosperity for the next generation of leaders, Hopes Peak Academy holds the powerful reputation of providing their graduates with an almost gauranteed route to success after High School. Students of this esteemed Academy are scouted and invited, for only the best of the best are given the opportunity to study here. Students at Hopes Peak are scouted under the pretence of a specific Super High-School Level title for their given field of expertice. Super High-School level students get the opportunity to achieve gauranteed success and prosperity on graduating, making enrollment into such an instituion but a privledge and a blessing. Any student would be happy to be given such a great opportunity at such a young, adolescent age...
Almost every student...
A group of twenty Super High-School Level students finds themselves separated from the remainder of their classmates and away from the safety of Hope's Peak Academy as they face against the greatest despair-inducing event in the history of mankind. Twenty will enter. One will Surivive. Will it be you?"
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"Danganronpa: Despair Days is a post-based Tumblr Roleplay set in an alternate universe inspired by the original Dangan Ronpa series. In a world where the events of The Most Despair-Inducing Incident in the History of Mankind never occurred, twenty one Super High-School Level Students find themselves separated from the rest of their classmates and stranded on Black Smoke Islandnote , an abandoned and isolated floating fortress inspired by the real-life Hashima Island. Forced into a cruel Game of Mutual Killing at the paws of the devious Monobear, these students must face off against their biggest threat to survival, each other, all while trying to uncover the identity of the Mastermind who put them there."
Hello-hello again! Guts here with second round of casting of Despair Days! The first round only consisted of Nodame and Komet, with only Nodame casted, but, today, I'd like to open auditions for all remaining (known) player characters! Though I plan to lead the project, it will be the players themselves who cast the voices they think represent their character the most! If you like to relay questions to them, such as ideas in voice preference, feel free to contact me!
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blog: shsl-mahoushounen
**Mun Note: "Komet's voice is a little on the high end, think of Luci Christian's protrayal of Honey from Ouran High School Host Club."
Intergalactic Prince Mahou Shounen Kuro*Kometuto (or just Komet to skip the mouthful) is a magical boy intrusted with protecting the Earth from malicious space royalty who wish to rule mankind and beseech the head off His Majesty’s shoulders. Millions of fans have watched the child star grow on the screen and explode to a dazzling supernova.
Currently, the show’s popularity has reached an all time (mercantile) high, it’s hard to avoid this cosmic cutie’s face plastered on every other store display and tv commercial. Komet’s heroics span on and off screen, often reported performing various charity work (such as hospital visits for his terminally ill fans) in full dress and character. For his tremendous dedication, he’s been honored by Hope’s Peak Academy as their Super High School Level Magical Boy.
IM INTERGALACTIC PRINCE MAHOU SHOUNEN KURO KOMETUTO, SUPER HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL MAGICAL BOY! IM TERRIFIED TO BE HERE, BUT SO HAPPY MEET ALL OF YOU!
Ah! Good golly! Why yes, it completely totally me! Kometuto in the flesh-o! But, please, just call me Komet!
Monsters! Ha! I can handle monsters with or without my wand! Theyll just get my Cosmic Claws! Hiyah! Wa-Pow! Grrr! Grrr! Grr! Lets go go go! TEAM KOMEDAME FUUUUUREVER!
blog: shslspiritualmedium
A spiritual prodigy famed for her ability to contact and channel the dead. While some deny the existence of such entities, her customers swear by her talent and have formed an almost cult like group to support her. Though her name and talent are rather well known, details on the girl herself are rather sparse as she only takes in a select few per month and she remains a mystery to those who have yet to meet her in person.
I - um…well, I’m Harumi Cho. The Super High School Level Spirit Medium…
E-Excuse me…a moment of your time, if I may- Just now…I noticed something around you. They may be malevolent spirits - i-if I saw right, that is - and in a situation like this one, it may not be wise to - n-not to imply that you can’t handle yourself, but they do tend to bring bad luck and- What I mean to say is, I can assist in getting rid of them, i-if you want...
I-It’s all MY FAULT - !
blog: tedasukes
Have you ever noticed those strange volunteer work fliers popping up everywhere? The walls, the bulletin board, the hallway—heck, even in library books? While there may be a chance that some other student may have left those there, most come straight from the hand of Mayuri Tomomi– volunteer worker and leader of the Actions Speak Louder Than Words Charity Campaign for disabled children; notable for significantly improving the treatment of those disabled in Japan. Despite taking a break from business, she’s still always available to help passing students or teachers —of course and unintentionally, with little regard for her own health and school work.
Despite developing deafness at only 3 years old; Mayuri believes that people aren’t as hopeless as they think, and that silent observers always have the power to make things better.
[written] It’s nice to meet you! My name is Tomomi Mayuri. My favorite hobby is baking; chiffon cake with strawberries and cream is my speciality.
[written] I’ll use this notebook to communicate with you, and you can use this notebook to speak with me. I usually have a pen in my pocket, so please gesture writing to me if you want to use it. I’m deaf.
Uwah.. Chimaga-kun… am sowwy.. aa din she you… Ahh you habing a good m- maanin?
blog: ultimatechessplayer
Nisemono Yoshida is a chess player, known by those who are interested in the world of chess playing, for frequenting chess tournaments in Japan – especially single-elimination tournaments. However, local tournaments aside, Nisemono is most well known for his win in a national chess championship, where he won after successfully beating the player he was up against, in a game that was almost twice as long as the entire tournament up to that point.
My name is Nisemono Yoshida… My title is the Super High-School Level Chess Player, but my title of Rook of Chess is more important.
I don’t believe anything you’re saying, and there’s areason for that – I don’t know who youare, and I don’t trust the honor of a stranger enough to believe you.
Also, to those who are trying to say Nodame is a suspect because of their red hair –I have a red tie, am I a suspect too?
blog: chuunibomber
Having spent the better half of his childhood as an orphan, subsisting on his late parents’ sizable inheritance and cared for by their estate’s attendants, Tokaji Uzaki chose to pass his time alone with an unusual hobby – constructing explosives. Soon upon entering junior high school, this unhealthy obsession quickly escalated to culminate in a series of minor bombings across Tokyo. After effortlessly eluding the local police for over a month, the Special Forces Group of the Japan Self-Defense Forces was mobilized within the city and soon caught Tokaji with his hand quite literally on the trigger. Needless to say, the general public and all parties involved were shocked to learn that a middle school boy was responsible – while his age prevented the release of his identity, the media dubbed him the “Chuunibyou Bomber” for his actions.
Still, intrigued by the unprecedented natural talents he possessed at such a young age, the incumbent Minister of Defense and Chief of Staff jointly chose to conscript him into the Special Forces Group in exchange for exonerating his treasonous deeds. Despite the initial outrage surrounding this move, Tokaji has since gained begrudged recognition over the years in light of the sheer results his unorthodox methods have wrought both on and off Japanese soil. Even so, the media regularly continues to slander him, claiming that he is such things as the military’s rabid attack dog, a clandestine terrorist for hire and a general menace to not only Japan but the world at large.
…Perhaps I am myself being a tad childish in hindsight, assuming that I might simply float away from this foolishness.To think that a contingent inbound for the illustrious Hope’s Peak Academy would instead find itself in a relic of the past such as this… very intriguing indeed. It is almost as if we are being made to take part in some manner of mystery game.
Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes.What could you possibly hope to teach me about life and death that I do not already understand? Armed conflict is the greatest teacher of all. I know far better than the pillock imposing their meager social experiment on me from behind your cameras that survival is paramount – unaffiliated, unarmed and nonresistant mean nothing once you set foot on the battlefield. You are trapped on this island with me, charlatan.
blog: hayatokawata
Appearing almost out of no where, Hayato Kawata rose to fame as the youngest and most talented basketball player in Japan. After moving from Osaka to Tokyo when he was 14, Hayato spent the next 3 years training and charming the crowds with his bright smile, boyish face, and incredible displays of agility and skill. He was appointed as his middle school’s shooting guard and managed to lead his team into defending National title for two years. His speed is his most noticeable trait as he’s able to speed through even the fastest of players, in which the media had dubbed him, “The Falcon”.
His popularity soared through the roof when he was invited by the Japan Basketball Association to play for the international team. After an amazing victory, he was sponsored by many companies and was offered to play professionally for the international team, but ended up accepting an invitation to Hope’s Peak Academy as the “Super High School Level Basketball Player”.
Hey, what’s up? I’m Hayato Kawata! You wanna try and swim across the ocean with me?
Uh…yeah, sure, dude. Whatever you say, I guess? (I have no idea what he just said.) This place is pretty freaky, reminds me about this one comic I read. A bunch of people got trapped on an island. A lot of them died. Also there was like, witches and stuff involved? It was pretty intense.
["Osakan Accent"] Who the hell do you think you are you son of a bitch?! You think you’re funny digging up shit from my past? I’ll break your fuckin’ neck once I find out who you are!!
blog: shsltoxicology
Enigmatic and cavalier, Hagiwara Mayu is one of the brightest young minds in the field of chemistry that the world has seen to date. Born into the family of the globally celebrated neurochemist Hagiwara Michiyo, Mayu’s is a household name among some of the most highly revered scientists in the nation. Despite urgings from her family to pursue a career in the field of neurochemistry, though, Mayu never found herself to be particularly fascinated by the mundane study of molecular structures and chemical bonds. Instead, the girl’s interests were captivated by a more perilous study of matter, elements, and the ways in which they behave – poisons.
With a focus on improving overall public safety (often pertaining to common household goods), Mayu’s contributions to the field of toxicology have been immense even given her brief scientific career. She typically carries out experiments and field work, working diligently to reduce the existence of harmful and otherwise toxic substances from exposure to residential areas. Thus, although she is an expert when it comes to deadly substances, saving lives is her priority first and foremost. Both Mayu’s passion for her work and overall influence are significant.
This simply is not constructive… If we are to escape or otherwise explain these peculiar surroundings, we must at least learn to coexist rather than further contribute to this mindless swarming. Behave like humans, not termites.
i suppose that introducing ourselves may be a fair first step, if only to inspire some recognition of our shared humanity… I am Hagiwara Mayu. Brought here under the pretenses of my status as a Super High-School Level Toxicologist, of course… It’s a pleasure.
blog: shsl-akibaidol
Miki Iwai, the continuously rising star of Akihabara. After failing many auditions the young wannabe idol turned to the streets of Akihabara to showcase her large skill set. With her cute features, energetic personality, and talent she became a hit with no trouble. As well as landing a place in the hearts of many patrons of Akiba. Her main spike in popularity mainly occurred due to the high quality of her performances of a completely self made idol.
Haha! Ya know, it’s too bad this place isn’t all sunny and tropical. We all could totally make the most of this then, right?
Haha! Glad I could improve things for ya but like I said we’re all just as clueless as you. All we can do is look around for answers, no point in askin’ others who know just about as much as you, right? We just gotta adjust to this for a bit and try to make the most of what’s going on while lookin’ for answer. Plus begin’ all gloomy and tense ain’t helpin’ no one.
I totally spaced, I’m Miki by the way! Miki Iwai, Super High School Level Akiba Idol. And who might you be, Cutie?
blog: shsliinchou
Umeko Miyamoto is the second child of Kanae Ota and Hirohisa Miyamoto, two highly-respected representatives at the Japanese Ministry of Education. Since her early childhood, Umeko has grown up underneath the academic thumb of her parents, tailoring her into the model student she current is today. A natural beauty with two teardrop moles beneath her left eye, Umeko has both the manners and appearance of a typical yamato nadeshiko, with the resolve and moral code to match any disciplinary committee member.
Firm, yet fair, Umeko displays a natural leadership ability that leaves little room for question. As the Class Representative, she does her best to shape her classmates into proper students by any means necessary. Maintaining her academic standing at the top of her class since middle school, as well as masterfully juggling her responsibilities of the student council with extracurricular activities, Umeko has always exemplified the ideals of the Japanese Education as the ideal student.
Status: ALIVE
Thank you so much for your concern; But I assure you I’m fine. I’m pleased to make your acquaintance though. I had mentioned it before, but now I’d like to formally introduce myself. My name is Umeko Miyamoto, and I’m your Super High-School Level Class Representative. Please, do rely on me if you have need for something!
What makes you think I would want to kill you anyway, Warren-kun? I don’t think you’re my type.
Ehhhhhhhhhh? Excuse me, Monobear-sensei, but I don’t think this is correct. Are you to tell me that this is supposed to be my motivation to take the life of one of my classmates? This must be a mistake. Why would something like this tempt me to murder?
blog: shsl-bass
Chika Minami, commonly known by her stage name “Nyaoko”, is the bassist, backing vocalist, and main songwriter of the recently popular band Charismatic. Known for their high school uniforms, anonymity, and unique sound they quickly climbed the charts and made it to the top 5 hottest bands of the year with their hit single “Hazy Mind.” Chika is possibly the most mysterious out of the three, mascot head wearing, band members with little to nothing publicly known about her off the stage.
There is, however, a rumor that Chika is linked to the popular cell phone novelist NekoNe due to the similar names and writing styles. Could Charismatic’s bassist also be NekoNe? So far she’s denied any such claims, but observant fans say otherwise.
…That’s rude, you know? Geez, going around pulling on an innocent girl’s head without her consent. You really have got some nerve. Not really a good first impression, if you ask me. Also, I’m not a ginjika. Just a normal girl, you know? Is this some weird way of hitting on me, because if it is, it’s not a good one.
Chika Minami, Super High School Level Bassist, I usually wear a pretty big mascot head and I’m a member of Charismatic. I was also the person who found the second head injury.
You guys realize we probably don’t have much time left…right? Meaning that if we don’t get this figured out soon, we’re all going to die. Well, all but one. I get defending people, whatever, but that’s not going to do you any good when you’re dead.
blog: shsltreasurehunter
Daughter of archaeologist Keigo Amano, leading professor at Tokyo University’s Department of Archaeology, Rie was set up to follow in her father’s footsteps. History was first while everything else came second. She was enraptured by the historical facets her father introduced her to: scrolls that dictated the time of Homer, Mongolian weapons refurbished, and scepters of the rulers of Egypt uncovered were some of the things her father showed her as he sowed the seeds of his future into his daughter. With the beauty of knowledge bestowed upon her it was only right that she follow her father’s aspiration.
However, growing up Rie found out what interested her the most wasn’t historical knowledge or wishing to make her father proud, but a more superficial, material object which was the treasure that came from history’s past. She became widely renowned throughout the archeological community as the “Pillager of History”. It was because she kept all the artifacts she found rather than provide to the public for self gratification of her accomplishments. Many archeologists are wary of the gift she possess in discovering remnants of the pasts in a matter of days when it took them years to find a single fragment. She’s a looter with jurisdiction as many of claimed, but none can denounce her presence has progressed archeological discoveries throughout the world.
It’s admirable of you to think that you can get everyone to play along nicely. As much as cooperation has granted success there is also an equal amount of it failing without having a grasp on what everyone else thinks.And there’s also a type of pride I wish to retain, despite the circumstances.
I suppose you already know who I am, but just to reiterate, Rie Amano, the class’s treasure hunter. Scoff at the title if you wish, but we all know where my findings go.
Now, I don’t usually take interest in others, but something about yourcowardicehas me inclined to seek you out. But it could be a facade for all I care, but if so I’ve something to be wary of. All the more to keep tabs on my fellow peers. The world is so small now, and we should all get along, don’t you think?
blog: shslheavyweight
With nine younger siblings, a constantly-absent mother, and a host of different fathers who may as well have not existed, Ushio Yamaguchi seemed like the kind of person who would never amount to anything, an opinion she’d agree with. Throughout her childhood she often found herself fighting on behalf of her sukeban older sister, but when she tried to teach herself boxing and came across a veteran personal trainer who used to overlook professionals, someone who finally thought she had potential, it became something more. When she knocked out her opponent thirty seconds into her first amateur bout, she proved she would take out anything her coach pointed her towards, and became the terror of the women’s amateur boxing circuit.
By the time of her Hope’s Peak acceptance at 18 after her stunning breakout performance in that year’s Women’s World Amateur Boxing Championships, she was harboring dreams of being the first Japanese medalist in women’s Olympic boxing
Super High School Level Boxer, heavyweight, Yamaguchi Ushio. That’s what you’d know. Don’t know you, though. Or…I could. Not by face.
Oi. No one’s ‘letting any threat defeat us’. We don’t all win and lose all at the same time. We’re a bunch of people who’re already playing someone else’s game. And if you can’t get even yourself off this island, then no one here has a reason to listen to you. Get it?
You wouldn’t ever kill for them, huh? Not motivating enough for you?
blog: shsl-mangaka
The reclusive author behind modern manga classics such as “Dr. Wilhelm’s Skin Castle” and “The Nothing Machine”, Yoshiko Gouro has been producing tales of creeping horror for various different publications in a timespan of over three years. Despite starting as a completely unknown name in the horror scene, Yoshiko and his manga soon proved to everyone that monsters were alive and well.
The young mangaka’s art takes distinct influences from Western movements, with German Expressionism being the most obvious, and serves to accompany writing that would look right at home with the likes of Le Fanu and Poe. While he is best known for his first full-length manga, “Dr. Wilhelm’s Skin Castle”, which has racked up numerous industry awards, little is known about the author himself. His odd mannerisms and emphasis on keeping his private life to himself have become something akin to running jokes amongst his fanbase, and have only lead to further public intrigue.
Anywhere can be dangerous if you’re not careful. This bit of rock we’re on is probably more dangerous than all of the water out there could ever be.
The only thing you’re growing right now is older. This youth we both have is fleeting, don’t you feel it? You really think you can get away with throwing around words like ‘escape’ and feel like you’re doing something useful?
I am Yoshiko Gouro. It seems as though we all came equipped with a title, so mine is the Super High-School Level Horror Mangaka. I hope admitting such things isn’t too…gaudy. Y-…herself?
blog: stellamethyst
Stella is a seer who seeks to guide others towards their future, whether it be for good or bad. Her predictions have gathered interest in the fortune-telling community, especially due to their accuracy. She is shrouded by anonymity both online and offline, often seen in a pair of sunglasses, a cloth wrapped around her nose, mouth, and neck, and her hair tied up in a tight bun. All that is known about Stella Ethereal is her gender, her age, and her amethyst crystal ball that she holds in hand. One of the more known rumors around Stella online is that if you are to make eye contact with her, you will be blessed with good health, wealth, and luck in your future.
Keheheh… This was not how she had pictured introductions to come about… She had assumed a classroom would be a more proper setting.
Stella Ethereal. That is her name, she meant. She was enrolled into the school as the Super High-School Level Crystal Gazer… but she’s unsure if that matters right now…
What is it that you had hoped to hear…? Someone will die, Miyamoto-san. It will be by the hands of a coward, from someone who realized that a soul has less value than a stain on their history. A psychopath in the works. And worst of all, it’s someone in our class.
blog: autobodyace
Known as the ‘Autobody Ace from the Isles’, Warren Wyse is a name everyone knows who’s ever ridden in a really fast car. Born with a talent for art, and a love for cars, he put everything on chance to pursue a life in the fast lane. The definition of a rags to riches story, this young man has traveled the world and met with some of the best artists and engineers in the industry to supply cars to some of the wealthiest, and infamous people of the world.
Are all flatterers as dry, sarcastic, and dangerously charming as you where you’re from? I promise you would be a hit back home. Sarcasm’s practically it’s own food group truth be told. Ah, pleasantries aside, it’s quite the honor to meet you, Miss Iwai. Hoping I’ll be hearing and saying your name more often. As for me? Warren. Warren Wyse. Auto-designer. Genius. Philanthropist. The list goes on since I made it myself.
Ya can’t take back what happened to the bloody girl, so quit ya hysterics. Gonnae hafta get this show on the road ladies an gentlemen, we started the game, so now we play it.
Coulda, shoulda, woulda kiddo. Still– nobody can really blame you. Besides, the lot of us? at the rate we’re going? we’ll probably be back here within the weeks end, I guarantee it.
If you’ve ever owned a copy of the Guinness Book of World Records (and have managed to memorize many of the random facts in it) then chances are you’ve heard the name Seiji Shimada. Scaling Mount Everest on his own at the measly age of eleven, he’s made national news several times. He hasn’t been satisfied with that, however, and scales the most famous mountains of the world, including (but not limited too) Mt. Kilimanjaro, The Matterhorn, Mt. Khuiten, and Mt. Washington. He makes sure to climb Mt. Everest annually, however, and in recent years has even recorded the expedition and sold the tape off too companies who have turned the experience into a documentary for viewers everywhere.
Perhaps what one of the most fascinating and daring aspects of his whole career is the fact that he does everything solo, refusing any attempts made to form an expedition party with him and instead opting to climb and hike on his own.
…I’m the Super High School Level Mountain Climber, if you have to know. My name’s Seiji Shimada. Nothing, uh, too special. Sorry to disappoint.
I-I guess I was backpedaling, ne? But I do have some sort of an excuse for that. After all, we’re all waking up in the middle of nowhere when we’re supposed to be starting a new school year, with no teachers in sight. We’re obviously gonna be at least a little bit out of it, all things considered.
I-I’m not gonna stop because I want to live. I’m alive right now, breathing. Ushio and Sadao-kun aren’t, sucks for them. I’m not gonna follow their example, though. I’m gonna survive. That’s what I’ve been doing for the past seventeen years, and what I intend to do for the next seventeen.
blog: king-okada
Actor, dancer, model, athlete - Hiroshi Okada does it all. He’s most famous, however, for his professional wrestling career, known for his over-the-top character King Okada, his dirty fighting tactics, and his publicity stunts that have single-handedly pulled his modest wrestling company into the spotlight. Beyond that, Hiroshi is infamous for his versatility, his fashion sense, and his inflated vanity and egocentrism.
“You know, Could be worse. We’re all in one piece, aren’t we? Might wanna take inventory but it looks like no one’s actually hurt, right?”
“Huh, introductions? Name’s Hiroshi Okada, in case you been livin’ under a rock.Super High School Level Wrestler, ‘n all that.”
“Heh, pointin’ fingers at me is exactly what the killer wants ya to do, y’know. I didn’t write that note. O’ course, I don’t think jus’ sayin’ that’s gonna convince you of much, but I didn’t write it. ‘Sides, if I did write it, and I met Uzaki-kun in that alley last night ‘n killed him, why would I leave a note like that sittin’ around?”
blog: yumenomashin
Sleepy eyes and lips parted in bewilderment; the expression of Japan’s critically acclaimed oneirologist, Masumi Mori. With such a lazy expression, and often absent-minded thoughts, it comes off as almost comical that this young man is recognized in the field of sleep study as a phenomenon; his eccentric take on dream interpretation has piqued the interest of his colleagues, and even more so that of therapists and neurological specialists nationwide.
Despite controversy concerning his professionalism, or more specifically, his whimsical nature, Masumi seemingly has no trouble juggling his many clients. With such recent success, such as Masumi’s recent diagnosis of the ‘Night Trance Syndrome’ of Nagoya, it seems he is literally ‘living the dream’.
It seems… I have… been mistaken. My apologies…I am not… dreaming…
Mm, introductions?… Masumi Mori. I appear before you all… today… as Super High School Level Oneirologist. It is… A pleasure… of sorts…
Did… you mean to be… there? Perhaps not… but in the case… of things… perhaps you were… always meant to be… there. Perhaps… everything has… lead for you… to stand… where you do… now… and perhaps so… was everything else. Can… you say your… actions are… your own? Is fate… not by your hand… with the strings… you hold? Or, perhaps… fate is the hand… that holds the strings… and you simply… believe to choose…“Of course… it ‘just happened’… yes…? You… being there… in that spot, that… exact spot…
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