#Mod Tojo

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Resolute Rebellion - a rewrite mod for Danganronpa V3

Prologue now available for download!

It's finally here! Resolute Rebellion, the mod that...

swaps all Ultimate talents

makes Maki the protagonist

kills the Monokubs harder

has original writing and CGs

was a huge pain to wrangle assets for (do you know how many Shuichi sprites I had to turn into Maki. you don't)

will murder different beloved characters (in future updates)

will allow Rantaro to not die in Chapter 1 (again, in future updates)

...can now be on your very own computer at no cost (except the cost of V3 the game. you need to own V3 first)!

Oh yeah, hi by the way. I've been gone for a while. Maybe I'll share what I've been up to later

[dumbenstarsmemes]

this was basically obbligato right

[mod-kyoko]

REQUESTS ARE OPEN LETS FUCKING GOOOOOOO

Anyway this is my first request but I'm sure this is a certified banger

Kirumi/Kyoko/Korekiyo(Or Maki if Kiyo isn't your thing), reading books with S/O together (like sitting on their lap or something), and S/O falls asleep on them?

falling asleep on them x kirumi, kyoko, korekiyo, and maki

fandom: danganronpa

type: hcs, non-despair au

a/n: seriously when i read this request i had to put my phone down because i was so excited it is a banger

also kiyo is absolutely my thing, i love writing for him but i rarely get asked to

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kirumi tojo

you've been working with kirumi to help her develop a sense of self-worth, and an identity that doesn't rotate around being an object for others to use

but, one of the ways she would still serve you is by reading you books aloud

she's excellent at picking out books that you like, she always carefully chooses the next one based on the things she hears you say you like

this particular night you were exhausted, and so kirumi and you were side by side in bed

you were cuddled up into her side, so you could see the book as she read it out to you

but, you found that you just couldn't keep your eyes open

the soft pillows and warmth of kirumi's body lulled you to sleep

it took a while for her to notice that she was reading aloud to your sleeping form, and when she did a frown spread across her face

she thought to herself, did i fail to choose a book that would pique s/o's interests?

she wouldn't stop thinking about that for the rest of the night

to make it up to you, she got out of bed, tucked you in tight, and pressed a kiss to your head

then she headed to the kitchen to prepare a massive breakfast to surprise you when you woke up

kyoko kirigiri

reading is kyoko's favorite hobby, and it's always the thing she looks forward to most, especially since the two of you always do it together

you don't typically read the same book at the same time. instead, you just tell each other about what you're reading

most of the time kyoko is only able to read at night, or after work, which isn't the most convenient on nights like this when you're exhausted

the two of you would sit on a couch, with hot chocolate, tea, or coffee, and share a blanket

the two of you were reading your books one night, when kyoko heard a soft thud

you had fallen asleep sitting up, and dropped your book

luckily, kyoko remembered close to what page you were on, so after she picked up your book and slid the bookmark on the right page, she adjusted you so your head was on her lap

after removing her gloves and tossing them away, she tucked your hair behind your ears and picked her book back up

reading with one hand, she used her other to massage your shoulders

korekiyo shinguuji

the two of you have this thing where you read the same book independently and come together to talk about it

today was your weekly meetup to discuss the previous chapter

you were cozy on the couch, shoulder to shoulder, with your books open

it was kiyo's turn to share his thoughts on the chapter and you laid your head on his shoulder as he spoke

"the thing i really liked most about the chapter was that the symbolization of the main character's locket really-"

mid sentence, he noticed that your eyes were closed

he stopped talking, and leaned close to the side of your face

"was i that boring? you owe me your ears when you wake up," he whispered

stroking your hair with one hand and moving your book from your lap to the table with the other

he gently adjusted your position so you were now laying in his lap, and rested a hand on your face

maki harukawa

maki isn't much of a reader so she'll sit with you while you read yours, and follow along

she reads pretty fast for a person who isn't even a fan of books

when it took you too long to turn a page, she lifted her head up from your shoulder

"s/o, are you done with that page?"

she looked up at you to see your head leaned back against the couch, your eyes closed

wordlessly, maki took the book and closed it on a table, before settling back into your side

a blush spread across her cheeks as she slithered an arm around yours and closed her eyes, sleeping alongside you

it actually woke you up the way that she held onto you so tight, but the sight was too cute that you had to just sit there

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[danggirlronpa]

In lieu of streaming it, I'm really considering just screenshotting the most blatantly "You Could Make A Ship Out Of This" rarepair F/F moments and posting 'em in big old chunks. Moments Like These:

[danganronpasurvivoraskblog]

Dangancember 2024 - Danganronpa Top 24 Class Trials - Number 13: Danganronpa V3 Case 2

//V3-2 is, personally speaking, the absolute centerpoint of this ranking.

//If, instead of a tier list or a ranking, we were to put these trials in an alignment list, this one would be True Neutral, all the way. I have about as many pros as I do cons.

//But overall, the reason it's here is because as far as not just DR cases, but mystery cases in general go, this is overall extremely solid.

//It's a simple crime with basic science and pacing behind it, while also successfully applying itself to the absurdity and leaps in logic that this franchise is known for.

//First and foremost, Chapter 2 of Danganronpa V3 is important, because it's the first full chapter we get where we play as Shuichi.

//Which suffice to say, compared to Kaede, is the definition of a different, fresher perspective. For me, it's highly important that this chapter, and the chapters going forward, really showcase Shuichi's potential for development, and the greats of his character, because at first, there doesn't seem to be much setting him apart from Hajime and Makoto.

//But right from the start, you can see how the events of Chapter 1, and especially Kaede’s heartbreaking exit, are already sparking a transformation in him. Shuichi goes from a quiet wallflower with a fancy hat to someone starting to find his voice and purpose, which is no small feat given the trauma he’s carrying.

//While I adore Kaede with every fiber of my being, the writing behind the protagonist switch; how Chapter 1’s gut-punch of an ending flows seamlessly into Chapter 2’s cautious optimism and simmering tension; is nothing short of genius. Love it or hate it, V3 deserves credit for its masterful approach to character development and dynamics. Shuichi’s growth alone rivals that of Fuyuhiko, and that’s saying something, considering Fuyuhiko's arc is practically the gold standard for glow-ups in the series.

//And let’s not forget, this chapter marks the rise of Kaito Momota, Luminary of the Stars and, let’s be real, one of the series’ most loveable dorks. Kaito doesn’t just barge into Shuichi’s life; he rocket-launches himself into the central spotlight. It’s the beginning of a bromance for the ages and the start of a journey that cements Kaito as one of my all-time favorite characters.

//The events of Chapter 2 may not be as high-stakes as some later chapters, but they hit differently. There’s this somber yet determined vibe as the group struggles to adjust to life without Kaede, their beacon of hope and perseverance.

//Shuichi, however, takes it upon himself to pick up her torch, vowing to carry her dreams forward. Of course, just as everyone starts to find their footing, someone decides to kick the bucket.

//Monokuma's motive of this case is very similar to the first motive in the series; the videos that show the most important people

//At first, this sounds like a rehash, but...it's not. Because what's actually DONE with that motive is clever and EXTREMELY different in terms of the stakes.

//For one thing, the motive videos were distributed out to the students, but due to Monotaro's mishap, almost everybody got motive videos that belonged to another person. For example, Shuichi got Kaito's motive video that showed Kaito's supposed grandparents, and never actually sees his own.

//But despite this being revealed to be a product of Monotaro's sheer incompetance, it still ultimately leads to a murder. In a way that's as indirect as it is creative.

//The investigation in this chapter is a standout, especially because it highlights a significant shift in how investigations are handled now that Shuichi is leading the charge.

//With Shuichi in control, the investigations in Danganronpa V3 feel noticeably different, and dare I say, a touch more sophisticated, than those in the previous two games. It’s not just about finding clues anymore; it’s about seeing the layers of deduction and theorizing unfold in real-time.

//Now, don’t get me wrong, Makoto and Hajime are both observant and intelligent in their own right (All of you give Hajime way too much smack for the Octagon thing). They’re both clever in their own ways, and their underdog energy is part of what makes them so endearing.

//That said, they do suffer from a shared drawback that despite their knack for solving mysteries, they’re pretty average kids with no real experience in investigative work. Their process tends to involve gathering evidence during the investigation phase and then saving the big ideas for the class trial, where everyone can hash it out together.

//And let’s face it, when the going gets tough, Makoto and Hajime have a habit of leaning heavily on their more experienced companions. Particularly their deutragonists, and even their antagonists.

//Think about it. Whenever Makoto is stuck, Kyoko swoops in with her icy logic to steer him back on track. Hajime, on the other hand, has both Chiaki's sweet but razor-sharp guidance and Nagito's…uh…chaotic brilliance to fill in the blanks. They’re like the tag team of backup brains, always there to nudge the protagonist toward the right answer when things get a little too complicated.

//But Shuichi is different. For the most part, he doesn’t rely on others to carry him through the investigation or trial phases. His detective instincts and sharp observation skills give him an edge that Makoto and Hajime didn’t have.

//Sure, Shuichi isn’t entirely self-sufficient. He gets occasional encouragement (or sometimes a much-needed push) from Kaito, Maki, or even Kaede in the first case. However, when Shuichi picks up on a clue, he doesn’t just file it away for later debate. He actively thinks through multiple possibilities for how it might fit into the bigger picture.

//This isn’t just a random quirk of his character; it’s a deliberate design choice by the developers, and it’s subtly brilliant. Shuichi’s talent as a detective means he doesn’t just find clues; he uses them, often in ways that make you, the player, stop and think. His thought process unfolds with a complexity that feels fresh and engaging compared to the more straightforward methods of his predecessors.

//You might not immediately figure out where a clue is leading, but that’s part of the fun. It’s detective work with a little extra oomph, and this carries on over into the trial.

//What makes Case 2 in Danganronpa V3 such a standout is that it’s a challenging yet totally fair puzzle.

//It’s the kind of case that makes you scratch your head in frustration, but in the best possible way. The type where you almost feel like you have it all figured out, but then you’re thrown a curveball that forces you to backtrack and reevaluate everything.

//Classic Danganronpa shenanigans that...aren't so classic because a lot of the cases don't do it as well as this.

//At the start, you’re practically led by the hand to focus on Himiko, who seems like the obvious suspect. She’s connected to the magic trick, her answers are super dodgy, and she’s acting way too evasive for comfort. It’s a pretty classic setup, where the real culprit, Kirumi in this case, is hiding in plain sight, all calm and composed, being the ever-dutiful and supportive character.

//She’s like the perfect little undercover villain, making it a lot harder to guess who the murderer is without giving you a nice, satisfying moment when the truth finally comes to light.

//And then there are the red herrings. SO many red herrings!

//The whole situation with the piranha tank reveal, for example, keeps you on your toes and second-guessing everything. Just when you think you’ve got it all figured out, you’re slapped with another plot twist that throws you for a loop.

//V3 really has a knack for making you feel like you’re solving the mystery, only to realize you’re solving a puzzle that’s been hidden inside another puzzle inside yet another puzzle. It’s like the mystery equivalent of a Russian nesting doll. You think you’re done, but nope, there’s more.

//The use of the setting is also top-notch. Case 2 pulls from multiple locations; the pool, gym, dorms, etc. and it’s not just for variety’s sake. It’s actually pretty complex how all these places tie together, especially when you factor in the ropeway system with the inner tube and Ryoma’s hidden body.

//The whole thing forces you to think critically about the relationships between these locations, which is a welcome change from the usual "everything-happens-in-one-room" setups.

//The fact that the body ends up in a piranha-filled tank during a magic show adds a level of theatricality that makes this case feel especially Danganronpa: Dark, twisted, and just a little bit fabulous.

//While the setup clearly tries to make Himiko look guilty, the clever dual-purpose stage setup, designed for both her magic act and the killer’s plot, shows just how intricately the crime was planned.

//But despite the very apparent complexity, for the more attentive players, the evidence is all there to piece together without being too obvious a la 1-3.

//The pool rules banning swimming at nighttime aren’t just there to annoy you, they’re actually a subtle hint about how the crime was staged. And those floating items in the pool are subtle enough clues pointing you in the right direction without spelling everything out.

//It’s clever, really, and makes for a satisfying moment when you start connecting the dots. Sure, some people (NicoB and Game Grumps) figured it out almost immediately, but for most of us, it’s a slow burn. The way the piranha tank was rigged to reveal the body at just the right moment is the kind of detail that makes you feel like a genius when you finally figure it out.

//And then there’s the whole time-of-death drama. Narrowing that down, then narrowing down the suspects and discovering who has an alibi, is a real rollercoaster.

//Just when you think you’re getting somewhere, there’s a twist: Maki met up with the victim after the time of death, throwing everything we’ve been discussing into chaos. Suddenly, everything we just learned seems irrelevant, and it’s back to square one.

//But that’s what makes it so satisfying, and actually, not as much of a drag as you think. The crime feels complicated, well-thought-out, and rewarding to untangle, which is the hallmark of a great mystery case. It never feels like it drags because the evidence and situation is slowly but surely walked through.

//Oh, and let’s not forget the body discovery scene, which, in my opinion, is the most disturbing in the entire Danganronpa series. Yes, even more disturbing than Nagito’s in my opinion.

//It’s not just shocking; it’s uncomfortable, the kind of moment that makes you freeze in place because of how sudden it is. That level of unease is what makes this case stick with you long after the trial is over.

//In the grand scheme of things, Case 2 is pretty solid. Some might think I’m spending too much time talking about a topic that seems relatively minor, but to me, this trial actually features one of the more realistic conversations in the series.

//Just because the characters were wrong about their theories doesn’t ruin the immersion. If anything, it makes it better because it’s such a rare occurrence for everyone to be so off the mark. It’s a refreshing change from the usual trials where the pieces just seem to fit together too neatly. When everyone’s thrown off like this, it just feels more real, and that’s why I like it so much.

//Why then, does it not make the top 10?

//First of all, Case 2 is great as a standalone case, but in the grand scheme of the story, it's kind of there just to self-assure Shuichi more of his mission post Kaede's death. Beyond that, it doesn't really carry much weight in the overall story.

//The only significant revelation that contributes to the story at large is POST-trial, when Kokichi reveals that Maki's motive video proved that she was hiding her identity, and is the Ultimate Assassin, not the Ultimate Child Caregiver.

//V3-2 is like the middle child of the game’s trials. Solid, important in its own right, but not exactly stealing the spotlight.

//In most Danganronpa cases, the murder, the twist, and the trial’s outcome feel like they’re shaking up the whole story, leaving lasting ripples that affect the development of the characters and the trajectory of the plot. But in Case 2, while the death of Ryoma and the shocking reveal of Kirumi’s true nature are significant moments, they don’t exactly send shockwaves through the game. It’s more of a “here’s a murder, let’s solve it, okay now let’s move on” kind of deal.

//In case I haven't made it clear yet, it is still a well-crafted mystery with plenty of twists and turns, but it doesn’t come with the same weight as some of the other cases in the series.

//Even Case 3 of this game still gave the arc of Angie's student council that highlighted the desperation of the students, and the character arc of Himiko once it was over. It takes huge risks that completely alter the dynamics of the story and characters, and while they don't pay off in any meaningful way, it still leaves us with consequences that echo throughout the rest of the game.

//In contrast, Case 2 feels a little more like a necessary filler, checking all the boxes for a Danganronpa trial without feeling like it dramatically shifts the overall plot, or more importantly, without really going the extra mile.

//It deserves credit for being an early case that is already about as complex as the later cases of Danganronpa 2, but that generally sets the bar too high, and comes with more consequences than benefits.

//It’s the kind of case where you solve the murder, learn a few secrets, and then move on. Sure, Kirumi’s true nature is revealed, which adds depth to her character, but it doesn’t exactly shake the foundation of the game like some of the later cases do. It’s almost as if Case 2 is setting the stage for bigger events to come, but it doesn’t fully step into the spotlight.

//So, while it’s a satisfying mystery in its own right, it doesn’t carry the same level of intrigue about its broader effects on the narrative.

//The bigger issue, however, and I know that this is a hot take, is this:

//Ryoma and Kirumi are the LEAST INTERESTING victim and killer in the ENTIRE SERIES.

//Yes. I went there. Now let me explain myself.

//When I first played Danganronpa V3, Ryoma’s death genuinely caught me off guard, but, in hindsight, it made sense. At that point in the game, Ryoma was going through a very small, underdeveloped arc where he’d basically resigned himself to not caring about his life anymore. He even joked that he wouldn't mind if someone killed him, just so they could escape the killing game.

//And, as the game tends to do, that’s exactly what happened. Ryoma got his wish. But in one of those rare moments of self-awareness, he confides in Shuichi earlier that maybe, just maybe, he might take those words back.

//It was a small, almost fleeting glimpse into his character’s potential for growth, which made me think, "Hey, maybe Ryoma would find a reason to keep going after all." But no. He was killed off way too early.

//I loved Ryoma, so it was still sad to see him go, but I can’t fault the game too much for his death. It was actually the most logical thing to happen given his character arc up to that point.

//But then I started reading fanfics, like Three-Point Shot and I’ll Trade My Life For Yours, and that’s when it hit me that...man, the writers REALLY dropped the ball with this character.

//Ryoma's death came too soon, and in hindsight, it feels like it robbed him of a chance to properly develop. His internal struggle, his motivations (or lack thereof), and his personal arc were left unresolved by the end of Chapter 2.

//And to make matters worse, as I already said, Case 2 barely has any effect on the overall narrative, and as such, Ryoma’s death hardly even affected the rest of the characters.

//In previous Danganronpa games, Chapter 2 always seemed to be a turning point for at least one of the remaining students.

//In Trigger Happy Havoc, Taka fell into Despair after Mondo's death.

//In Goodbye Despair, Fuyuhiko’s character was completely revamped following Peko’s death.

//But in Killing Harmony? Ryoma dies, and then…crickets.

//The cast barely even acknowledges his passing, and it feels like the emotional weight of his death was completely ignored. It annoys me way more than it probably should.

//It especially bothers me because of the way it portrays Ryoma struggling with deep depression and suicidal thoughts after his arrest and the loss of everything that mattered to him. He frequently talked about wanting to die because he saw no point in living. I thought (naively, apparently) that after Kaede’s execution in Chapter 1, Ryoma would have a change of heart. I thought he might finally realize that he couldn’t just give up and that he would start fighting to escape with the others. Maybe he would’ve even grown into a character we could root for.

//But instead of that, he gets offed by Kirumi, who’s really just here to serve the murder plot. It’s like the game didn’t even give him a chance to become someone we could care about.

//And then I thought if instead of Ryoma, we killed off someone who didn't have a solid character arc to begin with? Take Himiko or Angie, for example. Both were already set up as characters who were primarily interested in escaping, but they didn’t really have the kind of deep personal struggle that could’ve been explored in later chapters.

//Again, I must emphasize that I loved Himiko's character arc, but if it's a choice between the character arc that Himiko got versus the character arc Ryoma COULD have had, I'd have to pick the latter.

//It would have made way more sense to kill one of them off. At least then there wouldn’t have been the feeling that we lost a character who was right on the verge of becoming something more.

//And then...there's Kirumi...Who in my opinion is the absolute worst part of this entire affair.

//I know some people like her, and she’s got some decent qualities here and there. And I'd be lying if I said my opinion of of Kirumi hadn't DRASTICALLY improved over the years. By the time Summer Camp came out, I'd stopped being such a hater and seen her for her good points.

//But honestly, for the most part, she’s pretty boring and one-dimensional, even today. As a killer? Meh. She’s not exactly the most thrilling or inventive, and her motive…oh boy, her motive...

//It’s like the writers decided to throw a dart at a board of random ideas and landed on "let’s make her do this ridiculous thing."

//To this day, people try to explain her reasoning to me, and I’m just here NOT GETTING IT. I mean, sure, it's better than the motive that follows it, but that’s not saying much. This motive just doesn’t hit emotionally the way a second case in a Danganronpa game should.

//Just as a reminder for those who might have forgotten, the motive of this chapter is the videos that show the most precious people to that character, but due to Monotaro's mixup, most of the cast go without seeing their own motive videos.

//Kirumi just so happened to be one of the sole exceptions where she actually got her own video. And do you know who Kirumi's most important person in the world is?

//It's...LITERALLY EVERYBODY IN JAPAN.

//Watching her motive video, Kirumi was reminded of the responsibility the Prime Minister of Japan had entrusted to her. Tasking her with the care of every single citizen in the country and giving her full legal authority to achieve this.

//Effectively meaning that Kirumi herself, this teenage "perfect" maid, is the Prime Minister of the goddamn country.

//This realization hit her hard, and she became determined to escape the school at any cost, even if it meant betraying everyone around her.

//In her mind, Ryoma became the perfect target. She viewed him as the weakest person in the school, believing that since he had no will to live, he posed no threat. With this in mind, she began plotting his murder in the days that followed.

//*siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigh...*

//Okay, so where do I start on how hopelessly STUPID this is?

//Now, what really frustrated me; and I'm talking SEETHING levels of frustration here; was Kirumi’s attempt to play the "sad, misunderstood" character, with her crocodile tears. If you’ve ever seen someone fake emotional distress so badly that even a rock would be able to tell, that’s what Kirumi was doing.

//Kokichi, of all people, is the one who immediately sees through her act. She comes out with this tear-filled tale of self-sacrifice, begging everyone to understand her motive, and it’s all just a manipulative ploy to try to get one of them to take the fall for her.

//For me, it just felt like way too much of a personality switch that turned Kirumi into someone gentle and unreliable into someone irredeemably scummy. One minute she’s the helpful, hardworking Kirumi, and the next, she’s full-on villain mode. Out of nowhere!

//It's like she swapped her "mama bear" persona for the "I’ll sacrifice you to save my own skin" one in an instant, and honestly? That was just so irritating.

//And before anyone makes any attempt to defend Kirumi’s actions, let me just say that I am fully aware that Kirumi is not this manipulative or conniving, and the only reason she acted this way is because she was trying literally every trick in the book to ensure her survival, and it’s interesting how she’s the only killer who genuinely does everything she can to defy her fate to no avail.

//I do understand that Kirumi did genuinely care about the other students, but ultimately weighed the costs of a handful of people that she’d only known for a few days, against the entire country full of innocent people that she had promised to protect, and decided the latter was more important. And she’s not exactly wrong in this decision.

//So I don’t think Kirumi is a bad person for this. It’s entirely reasonable, and I do get the whole point of her actions was to show her desperation, as all the tact she was established to have gets abandoned in a fit of desperation and desire. It’s an incredibly well-handled character moment, and I appreciate the game for that, especially since we don’t tend to see this with other culprits.

//But I still have my problems, because it doesn’t make me care about Kirumi any more than I should. I didn’t feel bad when she went down like I did with Mondo and Peko. They had depth, emotional weight.

//I didn’t get any of that from Kirumi.

//In fact, let's go through the motives of the Case 2 killers in this series just very quickly, and see how they stack up.

//Mondo killed Chihiro due to a trauma attack that Chihiro unknowingly induced upon him. Chihiro himself could not have known about Mondo's trauma, and even after the case is resolved, Mondo's actions show that he meant Chihiro no harm, and genuinely wished that he could take his actions back. Mondo's death afterwards also traumatized Taka, and completely reduced him to a husk of his former self.

//Peko killed Mahiru out of a desire to protect Fuyuhiko, and her final moments are a debate of whether or not she was a tool to Fuyuhiko, or someone with her own agency. When she dies, and is nearly permanently split from Fuyuhiko, her tears are enough to reinforce that she's very much a human, although one who's lived most of her life groomed as a weapon for him to wield, even though that wasn't the case. It's what makes her final moments more heartbreaking when Fuyuhiko finally gets his true feelings through to her.

//Ayame killed Kizuna because she understood the stakes at hand, and that Akane would turn out to be the Blackened if Kizuna died. So she makes a self-sacrifice and takes the fall for her.

//And Emma, while yes, she's a member of VOID that was told to kill the other characters anyway, the only reason why she buckled down and killed Kokoro is because Kokoro unknowingly awakened some past trauma that really pushed Emma over the edge before she could stop herself. Had Kokoro not done that, Emma might have had some second thoughts.

//As you can see, the basic pattern of the Case 2 culprits is that all of them are among the more sympathetic killers in the series; even Emma. Their motives are either one of two things:

They break in response to a deep-rooted trauma that they lack control over.

They sacrifice themselves for the sake of another person.

//Kirumi also fits into this trend, since she falls into the latter, making sacrifices and bending over backwards for the sake of her country.

//However, they key difference between her and the other C2 killers is her motive is significantly more...unrealistic.

//We've all been in situations where we've had to face things we've said or done in the past, and sometimes we don't know how to handle it.

//We've all been in situations where we've made some degree of sacrifice for our friends, family, or the people we care about, regardless of how major or minor.

//Only a select few people have had to care about the responsibility of carrying an ENTIRE COUNTRY on their shoulders, and I GUARANTEE you that the one's that do haven't played Danganronpa.

//It's not that it makes Kirumi an irredeemable character, or a person that you can't feel sorry for. It just makes it very hard to sympathize with her, because...you couldn't understand how that responsibility feels if you tried.

//The sheer scale of consequences here compared to every other motive in the series makes it so hard to take seriously. It's one of the few times where a motive goes way TOO far. Especially since V3 Monokuma hasn't displayed that he's incapable of taking out an entire country of people at this point. He got killed by his OWN ROBOT ACCIDENTALLY in Chapter 1!

//And ultimately, it just alienates her from you instead of making you understand her plight.

//When Kirumi is revealed as Ryoma’s killer, my opinion of this trial started to plummet. The whole situation just left a sour taste in my mouth, especially her weak attempt at an emotional outburst and the whole manipulation angle.

//However, there are some things worth noting that make it a bit more interesting.

//While the second cases of the previous two Danganronpa games had these super heavy, gut-wrenching conclusions, this one didn’t really hit me that way. I mean, yeah, Kirumi’s motive was weak, but what really struck me was Ryoma’s motive video.

//Ryoma got his video from Maki, and it's revealed that he had literally no one left to fight for, because everybody close to him was already dead and gone.

//It was like his entire life had lost all meaning, and he was ready to give up, and that’s where things took a real dive into the depressing zone for me, as well as where the parallels to him and Kirumi started to make the most sense.

//Kirumi was fighting for the sake of EVERYONE.

//Ryoma had NO ONE.

//Ryoma had given up on everything, and in a way, it felt like he was just offering up his life for Kirumi, hoping she would escape. You can’t help but feel for him at that point, especially when you realize that Kirumi, with all her power and responsibility as pseudo-president of a country. was trying to escape to save her nation, while Ryoma had no one left to save. not even himself. It’s a pretty tragic setup when you look at it from that perspective.

//Now, Kirumi’s desperation was kind of compelling. She’s literally running from her execution, like literally trying to escape in the most dramatic, desperate way possible.

//Which, honestly, was kind of hilarious when you think about it. You’re caught red-handed, the jig is up, and now you’re sprinting like it’s an Olympic event.

//Side note: this is another moment for me where the English Dub of the game hits like a fucking truck. Kira Buckland sounds like she broke her lungs with Kirumi's desperation.

//And yeah, if you've played any game or watched any show that she's in, you know that Buckland is one of the absolute best VA's in the market. Her most famous role is Yorha 2B from Nier:Automata, and it's not hard to see why. She also voiced Hiyoko in the previous game, and the parallel between them is like night and day.

//Speaking of which, while I know I said that I wouldn't normally talk about them as part of my opinion of the trial unless it was important to the narrative, we need to talk about Kirumi's execution.

//Strand of Agony, stands out as one of the most impactful executions in the entire Danganronpa franchise, showcasing a blend of symbolism, brutality, and psychological tension. It's a masterfully crafted sequence that rivals the visceral intensity of Leon's and Peko's executions, with just as much emotional weight as the latter.

//The scene begins with Kirumi being relentlessly pursued through a hallway by protesters holding "Notice to Quit" signs in multiple languages, reflecting her role as an Ultimate Maid who is no longer wanted. Cornered and desperate, she spots a thorn-covered vine dropping from the ceiling, and with no other option, she grabs the vine, enduring the pain as the sharp thorns pierce her hands, and begins to climb, her determination to escape driving her forward despite the agony.

//As she ascends, she encounters a new obstacle; circular saws embedded in the walls, spinning to block her path. Despite her hesitation, Kirumi's resolve doesn't waver. She continues to climb, suffering deep cuts and lacerations as she forces her way past the blades.

//Her screams of pain and her increasingly ragged appearance underline her sheer will to survive. When she finally emerges from the saws, bloodied and exhausted, she looks up to see what appears to be salvation: sunlight streaming through a gap in the ceiling, promising freedom.

//However, her relief is short-lived. As she reaches for the light, her hand touches not the open sky but a painted illusion. A childlike drawing of the sun and sky meant to mock her desperation. The cruel twist is a poignant moment, driving home the futility of her struggle, and it's made worse when in her state of despair, the thorned vine snaps, and Kirumi plummets to the ground, meeting a grisly end as she crashes to the floor.

//The execution's thematic resonance is chilling. It dehumanizes Kirumi, treating her as a spider trapped in a web of her own making, climbing a dead-end path only to fall to her doom. The gruesome imagery and tragic irony make it one of the franchise's most memorable scenes.

//And...that's really all I have to say on this one. Again, overall, my opinion of it is that it's really solid, and that's about it.

//We can only go up from here.

[notarsonists]

the sillies

[tojozine]

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[hopes-peak-postal-company]

hi hi do you mind doing kirumi tojo who has a dorm buddie who istens to really loud hyper glitchcore music all the time and has to have it blasted to fall asleep? Like he has adhd and has a massive obsession like ibuki's kinda music. Sorry if this is a weird request! -Bug

NIMBASA CORE!

"It is my true desire to help everyone."

summary. kirumi shares a dorm with a hyper-music-loving roommate. how will this go? (headcanons, note at the end)

✦ For having to serve different people of all kinds of personalities, Kirumi isn't bothered in the slightest. She does get concerned over your wellbeing at times, especially about your ears since blasting loud music all the time can cause some unfavorable effects on your ear drums to which you try and avoid complaining about your ears since she's an inch closer to dragging you to an ENT doctor.

✦ For some odd reason, I see Kirumi being a metal fan and often listens to it whenever she does her assignments, projects or any activities at all. So whenever she complains and tries to drag you to get your ears cleaned, you can also drag her down with this information.

�� Patience is one of Kirumi's virtues and it is limitless when it comes to you. When you had informed her about you having ADHD, she was fine with it. Like I had said, she had helped multiple people in the past and surely 1-3 of them has ADHD but regardless of her experience, she still asked you on how she could be of help and observe your behaviour to know how to approach you without hurting you.

✦ Frequently reminds you of any events, chores, etc. you are to do or related to in any sort of way. She's not someone who goes outside a lot so she's always there to personally tell you any activities you had forgotten. If she was out or busy, she'd leave little sticky notes around the apartment or text you if she's in a rush.

✦ She'd always ask you about your boundaries and how you feel during situations so she can easily take you out of it if you don't feel good. There are hardly any misunderstandings beyween you two because of that, and also because she expresses her feelings clearly to you and encourages you to do the same. Kirumi is a good listener and there is no denying that, so feel free to talk as long as you like.

✦ Whenever you have a hard time with your studies or anything at all, she'll ask what's going on and would do anything in her power to help you (If you allow her, I mean). If you do, she'd help you come up with solutions and let you do the decision-making.

✦ Kirumi enjoys hanging out with you and appreciates you a lot as a roommate and friend. If you guys stayed roommates for so long, she might start adding your favorite songs in her spotify playlist and blast it when she cleans. She doesn't even mind when you halt her cleaning to dance to whatever artist you enjoy, even smiling and laughing as you two completely forget about cleaning the place.

✦ She'll scold you later and make some adjustments to both of your chores, but she's always open to dance breaks.

author's notes. hi! thanks for requestin, bug. you didn't mention any mod in your request so i decided to take it in my hands. i don't know much about adhd so had to do some research on it, so hopefully i protrayed it well! lmk if you want me to expand on this and feel free to request again!

[ask-post-v3]

Shuichi, is there anyone you know that's still missing? If so, that raises a lot of questions.

-Hope Anon.

(Looks like the only one who's not here is Shirogane.)

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(Yeah... Shirogane's the only one I don't see here. And honestly? Good riddance.)

[dumbenstarsmemes]

[mod-kyoko]

Oooh~ how about Mukuro ikusaba, Maki harukawa and Kirumi tojo with a girlfriend that only feels safe when she's with them

mukuro, maki and kirumi with a girlfriend that feels safe around them

info: female!reader, established relationship, tw: creepy dudes, Sxual assault, violence

type: hc format, non-despair au

a/n: woah let others give banger requests (jk, ty for this request) also sorry about maki's part idk why I made it so damn dark

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kirumi tojo

as you are her top priority, her main focus is to always keep you safe and happy

she happily drops everything she's doing if you need her support

whether you want to travel to your classes, your dorm or go to the market, she'll always come with you at your request

her tall frame, calm composure and gentle mother-like care helped to relax you when you felt anxious or uneasy

with the way she is, she usually does not act impulsively unless you request her of something; especially in the first stages of your relationship

however, when she notices you're getting antsy she'll curl her arm around you and pull you close into her side or if you're sitting down she'll guide your head on her shoulder and hold it

if you prefer to hold her hand, she'll take off her glove if you enjoy the skin-to-skin contact

she isn't one to make a big scene at all however if someone was bothering you and making you feel threatened she'll put herself between you and that person

"excuse me, I believe my lover isn't comfortable right now, please give her space."

her firm tone and straightened posture would be enough to make anyone uncomfortable and walk away

she'll gently take you to a secluded area, putting her hands on your shoulders and looking down at you

"are you alright...? mmm... do not worry, you're safe with me."

she double checks that you're okay before taking you to a nice cafe where you could relax and sip tea with her

although kirumi makes better tea than this...

maki harukawa

at first, maki doesn't give the impression that she was protective of you

she wasn't really much of a 'touchy' person either, your relationship was purely enjoying the presence of each other

however, one day you were in a really crowded train station with your girlfriend, shuichi and kaito on your way to the main city hub

it was fine at first, waiting for the train to arrive. maki was just standing at your side looking down at her phone

suddenly you felt a strange touch go along your lower back and your entire body stiffened

you turned your head slightly to see a man standing right behind you, looking forward like if nothing had happened

your entire face went white and you practically pressed your body against maki's side, which she looked at you strangely

"what the hell are you doing?"

her words were harsh but that was usually how it was, you looked behind you again and the man had disappeared into the crowd

she had noticed your expression and she quickly softened up, touching your arm gently

"hey, what's wrong?"

you told her what happened and you swear you saw death itself in her eyes

"where?"

"where is that bastard?"

honestly you weren't expecting her to get murderous like this, not over you

it had taken all of you, kaito and shuichi to hold her back from killing anyone that looked at you the wrong way for the rest of the day

after that incident she always kept herself close to you, linking arms with you or holding you from behind (especially if you're a shorter person)

no doubt you felt the safest you had ever been in your entire life, she didn't even let a stranger lay a finger on you... even though she wanted to hurt them so bad, she restrained herself to not get arrested and make you sad

but she does glare at them and say the usual "do you want to die?"

mukuro ikusaba

oh boy

you didn't even need to mention anything to her, she was protecting you from day one

she was practically your personal bodyguard and that suited her just fine

whenever you were studying in the library she would stand over you and watch your surroundings

if anyone even dared come close to you she would glare at them and flash her knife that was strapped to her leg

okay so maybe she's being a little over the top...

but you really did feel a lot safer when she was around you

she would walk you everywhere and rarely left you alone, unless you were in your dorm of course

on the rare occasion that she leaves you alone for a moment, the lack of her presence is definitely obvious

it was late at night and you were waiting for her outside a 7/11, she was grabbing you both a drink and snack before you head back to the academy

whilst waiting, a biker was parked up closeby and kept looking at you

"hey sweetie, all alone?"

you tried to ignore him, looking away as the anxiety ate at you

"hey, i'm talking to you! playing hard to get, huh?"

the biker got up and walked over to you, cornering you against the wall as he leered at you

he was going to say some more disgusting things, until he suddenly was punted to the ground by a very angry mukuro

"get your FILTHY hands off of her!"

mukuro kicked at him, in the face, at this stomach... wherever her foot could reach she would pummel him

you almost looked in awe, even if she was being violent, seeing her protect you made your chest squeeze

...but you had to quickly stop her when she pulled her knife out

despite being beaten to a near pulp the biker drove off on his bike whilst whimpering

she sighed, taking a deep breath before looking at you with a kinder expression

"you okay? he didn't hurt you, did he?" when you shook your head she nodded her head and hugged you. "good. you're always going to be safe when I'm around, okay?"

she took you home after that and you curled into her arms when you cuddled that night... she held you a little tighter than normal as well.

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-Mod Kirumi

[danggirlronpa]

if you still do headcanons, may i request kirumaki please?

This isn't really a headcanon per se but like. I am BEGGING everyone to consider a big gay Kirumaki hidden identity AU where Maki (whose wife, Kirumi, thinks she is a daycare worker) is assigned to assassinate the true ruler of the current prime minister's administration (Kirumi, whose wife, Maki, thinks she is a regular maid). The comedic potential where Kirumi brings Maki lunch and Maki has to coach all of the kids to act like normal people instead of assassins in training for 20 minutes. Everyone loves enemies to lovers but people don't appreciate enemies As lovers enough. Why Not Both

[love-me-purple]

HOW IS THE MOST UNDERATTED WRITING BLOG DOING?? I GOT A REQUEST *dark laughter* but on a serious note, is it alright if I request some headcannons of Maki x Kirumi? They are stuck in my head :3

OMGOSH TYSVM !! gotta love the rare pairs!! of course, I never thought of it before but they’re super cute together.

cw: just fluff, light spoilers, mentions of killings cause yk

a/n: aaaHHHHHHH THEY’RE ACTUALLY SUPER CUTE WTF NOW THEY’RE STUCK IN MY HEAD TOO SKJSSKOAJJJ

➼ Kirumi gives Maki cooking classes, first off.

➼ They have matching aprons (Maki was a bit uncomfortable and hesitant at first, but slowly began to enjoy it.).

➼ The cutting’s usually left to Maki, while Kirumi shows her the best ways to cook foods such as meat and other delicacies.

➼ Responsible team. The both of them look out for each other and always prioritize safety and comfort.

➼ There’s no ‘top’ or ‘bottom’ in the relationship, with the exception of one being sick and the other taking care of them; things like that.

➼ But usually they’re on equal terms. Mostly.

➼ Confessions! Kirumi and Maki sort of came out together during one of their cooking sessions, just out of the blue when Kirumi accidentally burned herself while she wasn’t being too careful.

➼ It was a bit awkward, but they pulled through and became a couple - the surprise from the others being … well, a lot.

➼ #1 babysitters of Kokichi

➼ They bond together a lot while disciplining or just watching over him, Kokichi even helping them socialize and do couple things more often.

➼ Kirumi loves doing Maki’s hair; braids, ponytails / pigtails, buns -no matter what, Maki always shows it off. Her hair’s pretty silky for someone who kills a bunch.

➼ Speaking of killing, Kirumi was sympathetic to Maki’s ‘job’. Of course, she didn’t exactly appreciate that she was killing citizens of her country, but she didn’t turn her in nonetheless. Instead, she revealed her own secret to Maki.

➼ After talking, Kirumi found a more suitable career for Maki to follow - and she stopped killing (at least, that’s what Kirumi hopes - especially because she promised, maybe even vowed, to uphold her oath to not be an assassin.)

➼ Cuddling is not too common, but on special occasions it’s something they both enjoy doing.

➼ Maki always lightly blushes at the close contact, but she very much likes it no matter how hateful she appears at the idea.

➼ Kirumi’s usually the big spoon. But on extra stressful or trying days, Maki’s happy to switch roles.

➼ PDA makes Maki (and a little bit Kirumi) uncomfortable - so all mushy stuff is kept strictly in private.

➼ Kissing is a yes. Light kisses on the forehead or cheek from Kirumi makes Maki blush; a warm, unfamiliar feeling usually pooling in her chest.

➼ Kisses on the lips are uncommon, mostly rare. But on the times where the embrace does happen, they both enjoy and savor the moments as much as possible.

➼ Overall, super supportive of each other and loving.

hope this is what u wanted! :))

[shroomedits]

꒰𑁬 : // anonymous requested: long haired kirumi sprite edit like / rb if saving ! please credit if using ♡