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[diamondfusion]

[This is it. He briefly mentioned it to Tenn and Ryuu, and it's time. They've been here long enough, and the time to move is now. So, with a upbeat vocal-less track playing from his cell phone in the background, the former Sexiest Man in Japan comes on screen. He has silver hair like moonlight and deep gunmetal eyes, with cat-like pupils. Oddly enough, he's not Cordis.

He's dressed to the nines and has a serious, yet optimistic expression.]

Good evening. I'm Gaku Yaotome, leader of top Japanese idol group TRIGGER.

[He takes a moment to bow politely, like he would do for any intro video. Even if his social skills are lacking at other times, he has the business on this front down pat. Standing upright again, he offers a faint smile.]

Our other members are Tenn Kujo and Ryuunosuke Tsunashi. We'll be in your care. The music you're hearing is a preview of our debut single, "Diamond Fusion". This song means a lot to us, so I hope you'll enjoy it as much as we do.

Our idol activities here may just be beginning, but we'll be sure to capture your attention.

"A live as stimulating as the first time..."

We'll do our best to bring it to you. Look forward to it.

[He makes the TRIGGER gun hand sign, poses for a moment with that, then the screen goes black and there's a quiet, whispered "bang". It's actually kind of cool...]

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[strayknight]

[So this is what an idol group that's been in the industry can do...dangerous.

Ritsu watches the video before clapping in response.]

Gaakun is so cool~

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[diamondfusion]

[Somehow he didn't expect Ritsu to comment. But instead of being embarrassed, he smiles proudly.]

I was voted the Sexiest Man in Japan for a reason.

[A little huff of a laugh.]

Not that that matters here. We're starting over.

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[koboreta]

[For all Sougo knows, there are an infinite number of faces that could have appeared on this screen. But the moment that DIAMOND FUSION begins to play, his eyes go wide, and... the person that comes into view startles him to the point that he's grateful no one was around to hear his reaction.

God. God. It's just Gaku, but his fanservice is in full force, and Sougo suddenly wants to sink into the floor. Come on, get it together!]

Yaotome-san?! Um, it's... It's good to see you!

[Wow. Smooth. It's not like he needs to introduce himself, but trying to hold a natural conversation under these circumstances is incredibly awkward.]

I've met with Tsunashi-san a few times, but to think that all of TRIGGER is here... [Suddenly, he bows his head just slightly, a little too earnest.] As always, I'll support you wholeheartedly!

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[diamondfusion]

[Oh, whoa, hello. That's good news. A familiar face that isn't Ryuu or Tenn? He'll take it!]

Ousaka. Good to see you, too.

[He smiles genuinely, just delighted to see him, honestly.]

You don't have to bow your head to us, not now. We're nobody, right?

[A laugh.]

Not for long, but for now, treat us like you'd treat any newbies.

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[kesi]

[All performances required promotion didn't they? Even if much of the terms Gaku used flew right over Takame's head.

Still one thing that particularly caught his interest was a familiar name.]

Ryuunosuke is part of your group?

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[diamondfusion]

[Ryuu's pretty popular, huh. Good news!]

Yes, he is. He's our lowest voice and a skilled dancer. You're familiar with his work?

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[menphina]

[ She's enjoying this so much and bursts into giggles when he finishes. ]

I can't believe you didn't just break into song, Songbird!! Ah, you look so cool!! When are you performing! I want to fund it!


[ Her cute songbird boyo. She's so proud! ]

[diamondfusion]

[Bless the hell out of Megumi. He never got to show off to her, did he? Not before. And he's glad she noticed this, honestly.]

We have to leave a little something to the imagination at first. That's good marketing.

[A smile.]

I'll get you the details. We're finalizing the venue tomorrow, with luck. So keep your fingers crossed for us. It wouldn't be the same without you there.

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[bust]

[ At this point, Ayer has already long noticed there's a lot of talented idols around. They're very popular back at his homeworld too. In fact, some of his friends are idols, so it's actually a little nostalgic to interact with some. Out of that mere nostalgia and missing those friends from home, he finds himself drawn unconsciously. ]

I can barely hear it. Are you doing that on purpose?

[ A literal teaser? Wow. Move the damn thing closer so he can hear it better! ]

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[diamondfusion]

You'll get more with the next ad. Did we pique your curiosity?

[Gaku is amused, but he keeps his expression schooled for the moment.]

If you don't tell anyone, I'll play the chorus for you.

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[gunshow]

Another first live, huh... I can't wait.

[ open to threadjacks if u are so inclined. ]

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[diamondfusion]

Starting over is kind of weird, but we'll make it.

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[menphina]

Little Dragon! There you are! I should have figured you were the friend the Songbird told me about! I can't wait to see you all in action!

[ She's so happy for Gaku and happier still for TRIGGER! ]

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[strayknight]

[So this was one of Gaku's band mates.]

Gaakun seems to be fired up for it. You seem excited too.

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[koboreta]

Tsu... Tsunashi-san! As always, I'll support you and TRIGGER wholeheartedly!

[Sougo is absolutely as stiff as a board, please forgive him.]

Once again, I-- We'll be in your care!

[hoasen]

[Considering she does enjoy the company of all three idols, she's ready to support! However, she has actually yet to see them perform so she's a little stunned when Gaku gets into idol mode.

...Give her a minute. That was very charismatic, but she just...never expected this kind of intensity from really down to earth people. Or at least she thought they were.]

[diamondfusion]

[Sen are you gonna be okay...]

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[thedarkbond]

[Ren's heard a tiny bit about TRIGGER from Ryuu and Sougo already, so it's not too much of a surprise that there's other members here. So he opens with a cheerful wave, laid back and tilting his head a bit.

He's also now seeing what Sougo meant by telling Ren his eyes "looked like TRIGGER", because he hasn't seen too many other people here with natural slit pupils like his own until now.]

Oh, so you're the leader of Ryuu's idol group...it's pretty lucky that all of you showed up here, right? It's hard to do that kind of work if you're missing people.

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[diamondfusion]

[Gaku gives a small bow and waves back. Those eyes do have a familiar shape, rare as it is in his world to begin with.]

It's very lucky. I hope we'll be able to entertain people here like we did back home, since we do have the full group.

hello.......nini...........

[vociferates]

[Top Japanese idol group huh? The music sounds about on par for a polished idol group, even if the lack of vocals makes it hard to fully judge...the guy certainly seems confident enough. But even Hizashi finds the end kind of over the top. Some things about the way idols are promoted just really aren't his style.]

Gotta say it must be rough starting from the bottom again if you're not exaggerating your top idol group spiel, dude! That sort of thing takes work! Can't say I remember hearing about your group either, yo, but that probably doesn't mean too much all things considered.

[different japans, probably...]

........hewwo owo

[diamondfusion]

[Gaku kicks himself mentally, noting that he probably went a little far saying "top" when they'd just clawed their way back to a single award show in Japan.]

It's not the first time we've faced difficulty, and it only makes us stronger. Even if you haven't heard of us before, I hope you'll keep an eye out for our single and upcoming live, just to give us a shot.

[He's proud, even when forced to be humble. Still, he grins.]

TRIGGER won't be defeated by something like a weird inter dimensional kidnapping.

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[coasts]

Not the kinda person who listens to this kinda music, but it's got a nice beat.

[ It's a brief intro to what he really wants to say, though. . . ]

Your groups got a nice name.

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[diamondfusion]

We can't be for everyone, but give us a listen anyway, if you don't mind.

[Gaku chuckles quietly, trying to be subdued.]

It's a strong name, right? "We'll be the trigger."

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[finethanks]

[ he’s almost not sure if he should reply. He wants to show support, but would it seem poorly timed? No matter how many times they’ve said their first meeting is behind them, Eichi still has to worry. He knows he’s no good at communicating his feelings. But, like any idol, he has to shut those worries away and smile, right? So he does! ]

I’m looking forward to it. I hope to bring my fine to enjoy the performance, as well. As fellow idols, we’ll be cheering you on.

[ Also, cool gun pose thing at the end....... he loves these things. ]

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[diamondfusion]

[Oh. Surprising. Not in a bad way, but Gaku's maybe a little surprised he didn't scare the guy off. It's actually good news. Now he won't have to tell Ryuu they don't get along with fine.

Gaku's smile is genuine.]

We appreciate it, Tenshouin. I'll tell Ryuu you said hi. ...You've been doing alright?

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[gudaguda]

[ Okita is very excited. These guys look really cool! ]

Whoa whoa whoa there are idol groups here too?!

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[diamondfusion]

[Gaku likes the enthusiasm, absolutely.]

We're not the only ones, either. But we're new, so go ahead and cheer for us the loudest.

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[foolishjustice]

Very catchy, if it's not inappropriate to say when I'm friends with another singer.

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[diamondfusion]

We don't mind there being other idols and singers here. It's that way back home, too. And thanks.

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[nineroutes]

I still think I do the gunshot better.

[ lightly teasing, but tenn is absolutely doing one of his finger gun versions at the screen. ]

Good job, Leader.

[diamondfusion]

I won't dispute that. But mine's passable, for now.

[He grins back at Tenn, professional but happy.]

We're really doing it. I'm glad you guys let me throw this much chroma at it.

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[unhappy]

[ She was going to say something but she honestly forgot what it was. Music in Japan is so different from what she's used to.

But then he pulls the gun gesture and her video ends up coming out with her trying to cover up a laugh by ducking her head to the side. ]

If you moved your hand like that firing a real gun you'd completely miss.

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[diamondfusion]

[Stone cold stare, slight turned down corners of mouth. Unimpressed.]

Did you think that was supposed to be like a real gun?

[Are you a moron.

Gaku has no tact, sorry.]