#happy birthday rintaro 2024

[katsushika-division]

Hell’s Symphony

1. Burn It All

Performed By:

Rintaro “Ignis” Himura

2. Fire and Blood

Performed By:

Rintaro “Ignis” Himura

3. Out Of Control

Performed By:

Rintaro “Ignis” Himura

4. Backdraft

Performed By:

Rintaro “Ignis” Himura

5. Kerosene Inferno

Performed By:

Rintaro “Ignis” Himura

6. Smoking Laugh

Performed By:

Rintaro “Ignis” Himura

7. Nothing But Ashes Left

Performed By:

Rintaro “Ignis” Himura

8. T4SA (Time 4 Some Action)

Performed By:

Rintaro “Ignis” Himura

Akari “Cinder” Himura

9. Cinder & Flames

Performed By:

Rintaro “Ignis” Himura

Akari “Cinder” Himura

10. BRING IT ON

Performed By:

Rintaro “Ignis” Himura

Akari “Cinder” Himura

All songs belong to their respective artists.

[minato-division01]

The sun had long set allowing night to settle over the division of Minato and Maeri Miracle was lounging around in her room when suddenly to her annoyance she was brought out of her thoughts by a knock at the door. Grumbling at the interruption Meari walked over to see who it was. Opening the door, she found no one there. Meari was about to close the door when she spotted two boxes addressed to her. Picking them both up, she brought them inside and began to open the larger box.

Inside the first gift was a huge multi-layer black cake with blood dripping from the sides. The real kicker was the severed head on top of the cake that looked back at Maeri with its red eyes. Seeing there was also a card the heavy metal vocalist picked it up and began to read.

Meari-san,

Happy Birthday! Hope you’re having a good time today! I made you a cake fit for someone known as “Bloody Mary”! Anyway, keep rocking on Maeri-san! I can’t wait to see what music you put out next!

– Kanra A. 

Turning his attention to the other gift Maeri reached over to open it curious as to what was inside and who sent it to her. 

Inside the gift was a black pill bottle? Opening it revealed a good amount of red pills. Maeri was confused as fuck what exactly were these for? Seeing a note alongside the gift, Maeri picked it up and began to read.

Bloody Mary,

Happy Birthday to one of my fucking favorite vocalists. Your songs are always playing in the background when I’m in the garage doing…shit. Anyway, the pills are for you to get fucked up with…if you dare they're a hell of a lot stronger than what you'll find on any damn street corner. 

– Rintaro “High-Rise” H.

"Holy shit," Meari said, staring at the cake Kanra had prepared for her. Scooping up some of the "blood" with her finger, the heavy metal vocalist put some in her mouth. Not surprisingly, it turned out to just be red cake frosting, but that didn't diminish how good it tasted or looked, which was no surprise since almost everybody who ever received a cake from Edogawa's Red Devil knew that besides fighting, she was also an expert at baking cakes.

"Damn, and here I thought nothing could possibly trump the cake she made for me last year." Meari thought, still staring at the head on the cake, really liking the design on it, as it reminded her of the face paint she applied to herself before her shows.

"I almost feel bad for having to eat this thing. ...Maybe I can get Lil to paint a picture of it before I eat it. But that's for later. Right now..."

Turning her attention to the drugs that the infamous "High-Rise Bomber", himself, had sent her, Meari 'hmmed' as she looked at the bottle filled with strange, blood-red capsules.

"Something tells me it's probably a real bad idea to take fucking drugs from a convicted felon." She stated. Despite that, she opened up the bottle and took one of the pills out. "But that's never stopped me before."

Flicking the pill up into the air, the heavy metal vocalist caught it in her mouth and instantly swallowed it. Immediately, she felt things twist and turn, making her eyes grow wide, but she was not at all upset. With a smirk on her face, she sat down on her living room sofa, ready for what may perhaps be the weirdest and most insane trip of her life.

"Okay, let's see what we've fucking got."

[kobedivision]

It was late in the evening in the city of Kobe, and Ren Nakashima had spent all day getting gifts from people all over the divisions. Lounging around the living room Ren heard the doorbell ring and assuming this was another gift the musician walked over and opened the door. There sitting on his doorstep were two gifts addressed to him. Bringing them inside his house, Ren grabbed the gift closest to him and began to open it.

Inside the first gift was a mini guitar case, but instead of a guitar, it seemed like the case had a bottle of alcohol in it along with several shot glasses with the Rolling Stones logo on them. A note was attached to the gift. Ren picked it up and began to read.

Ren,

Happy Birthday. Figured you get a kick out of this with your love for rock music.

– Akihisa M.

Inside the second gift was a switchblade with roses on the handle and what looked to be…blood already staining the blade. Seeing a note, Ren picked it up and began to read.

Ren,

Happy Birthday, you music demon from hell. Hope you enjoy the blade took a few days to fucking get the shape right even if Akari had to do the more intricate details. Never know when your gonna need one and your famous enough for some fucker to try something. Anyway see ya later dude. Keep doing you.

P.S.: Ignore the blood Touya apparently took it out for a test run without us fucking knowing. The little shit.

– Rintaro

“BOOOOOOOZE!!!” Not even five minutes and Kaiji had already taken the guitar case and ran off with it causing Ren (who was holding the bloodied flowers) to sigh in exasperation, Max was too busy curiously inspecting the knife, testing its sharpness by running it down his fingers but with one heated glare from Ren caused the brunette boy to stop and reluctantly gave it back to him which Ren gladly did.

The raven haired musician pocketed the knife before following Kaiji into the kitchen who was already in the process of filling three shot glasses before taking a chug straight from the bottle. “The hell, man? That’s my gift you’re forcing down your throat, god knows how Akihisa managed to get that brought here.” Ren complained however there was no real heat behind his words, Kaiji only flipped him off and sent an air kiss his way. “Tell our favorite murder daddy that we give our thanks, he sure knows how to pick the good shit.”

In a fluid motion, Kaiji slid the two shot glasses over towards Ren and Max, surprisingly not spilling any of the liquor. “Now, drink up, baby boys! The night is not over until we get completely shitfaced and somehow stranded on the roof!”

Ren rolled his eyes and took the shot, downing it with ease while Max only sniffed the alcohol, scrunching his nose in disgust. Kaiji, seeing this, scowled at him. “Damnit Max, drink the fucking shot!”

Max stayed silent as he looked Kaiji dead in the eyes as he held out his arm and slowly spilled the shot into the sink, Ren had to cover his mouth to keep himself from bursting out laughing at the pissed off and scandalized expression Kaiji wore.

“I am going to make you wish you never left that fucking forest…”

Thank you for the gift!

[kairismess]

spreading the it’s suna rintaro’s bday today so we should celebrate!!! 🖤🎉

maybe how his reaction would be when surprised in his birthday?

a pleasant surprise. (rintaro suna 2024 birthday fic !!)

his narrow pale green eyes widened just a fraction, and his mouth hung a tad bit open as you surprised him with his favorite flavors of fruit sticks and a home baked cake you made and decorated especially for him.

"happy birthday to my love rin!" read the icing on the cake, with a little doodle of him in a chibi artstyle with two sticks forming a v-shape as his little smile.

rintaro thought that you'd forget about his birthday with how busy you've been these past few days, he honestly would've accepted a kiss or a hug from you when he got home as his birthday gift already, but to have you surprise him and put all this effort in all for him?

well, now you're making him love you even more.

he chuckled a little under his breath, his mouth curving into a sweet, soft smile. "babe... you didn't have to," he whispers shyly, trying to downplay just how much he truly appreciated all the effort you put into this for him.

when you insisted you did, because you wanted him to know just how special he was to you, he chuckled once more and wrapped you around his arms.

"ah, stop it with this sweetness... you'll make me wanna kiss you." he protests in a lazy murmur, bringing you closer to his lips as he sits you down on his lap.

he fed you some of the cake with his fork after taking bites of his own, he always loved to baby you when he's not teasing you to bits. "this might just be the one birthday i'll never pass off as just okay."

he tells you as he runs his hand though your hair, and brushes his finger over your cheek, grinning at you with so much gratitude and love in his pale green eyes–enough to last a lifetime between you two.

[katsushika-division]

Happy Birthday Rintaro!

— July 16th —

Happy Birthday once again to Katsushika’s favorite pyromaniac and master chemist! As well as Ignis of Death Row Block! Cheers, and let’s hope for many more birthdays in the future!

Feel free to wish Rintaro a happy birthday, or ask him anything!

[katsushika-division]

Thank You!

As Rintaro’s birthday comes to an end, I just want to thank everyone who participated in the event whether it was wishing him a happy birthday or giving him a gift, it really makes me happy as his creator that Rintaro is someone that you all love and enjoy. I'm sure Rintaro feels the same way somewhere underneath that grouchy attitude of his. Thank you once again and let’s hope his birthday comes around again soon!

Next birthday event will be Touya’s in August so I hope you’ll look forward to it!

—

Rintaro sat lazily on the sofa in the living room with Akari asleep on his shoulder next to him, having just spent the last few hours together messing around with Trickster’s gift. His leather jacket wrapped protectively around her. Rintaro ran his fingers through her hair, an uncharacteristically gentle smile on his face when he finally noticed the camera in front of him and gave it a fierce glare. “Wake her up and I’ll fucking kill you.” He hissed softly so as not to wake Akari up. “...I guess thanks for the fucking great birthday. Still shocking as hell to see people care about me of all people.”

“....Rin-nii?” 

“Well, I guess that's my fucking cue. Go back to sleep Akari. I’ll carry you to bed.” Rintaro murmured, gently picking up his sister into his arms to carry her to bed. Giving the camera one last glare, Rintaro adjusted his arms making sure Akari was still asleep, and exited the living room not even bothering to turn the light off behind him.

[katsushika-division]

The clock was ticking as Rintaro Homura’s birthday was drawing to a close.

Rintaro sighed a breath of relief, flopping onto his bed. He was exhausted after a long day of receiving strange gifts.

Gifts after gifts… He just wanted to kick back and relax…

An ear-splitting crash interrupted his moment of relaxation.

He jolted up from his bed and turned his head in all directions.

What came crashing through his window was a small, foreign-device.

The outer shell of the device cracked open on its own, releasing an intense cloud of smoke.

Rintaro shielded his nose from the smoke that had filled up the comfort of his room.

Though he soon lowered his guard as the smoky scent filled him with a high that he was oh-so familiar with. It made him almost dizzy.

Too good.

From the foreign device that set off the cloud of heavenly smoke in his room, a hardly-recognizable voice with a heavily filter played through it like a speaker.

“Greetings, my dear.”

“This is a concoction that someone I know had concocted. I know more than any that this would be to your liking.”

“In fact, perhaps more.”

“So enjoy this delight that I had prepared for you. I trust you will find the effects delightful.”

Rintaro flopped back on his bed again, his eyes beginning to feel droopy from the high.

It increasingly grew more foreign.

It was feeling better than anything he had ever felt.

The words that emitted from the device was beginning to sound slurred to him, going in through one ear and out the other.

“In fact, I come bearing more news.”

“Should the Party of Words release you from the restraints of Death Row, you and your teammates are more than welcome to come to me. I will provide sanctuary for the lot of you. I a job that only the three of you could pull off. I highly suggest you think this offer over.”

“I do hope you’ve had a pleasant birthday, my subject. Fare thee well.”

“Rin-channnnnn,” Touya pouted as he poked Rintaro’s cheek. “Did you get high again? You promised you’d let me join you next time you did!”

“Hgnnn….Touya?” Rintaro slurred, coming down his high. “Fuck my head hurts.”

“You were high!” Touya accused, pointing a finger at Rintaro. “Rin-chan you big meanie! I wanted to get high, too!”

“What-” Rintaro was then suddenly hit by what had just happened, immediately causing him to stand up. Looking around, he saw the device that had crashed through his window and picked it up.

“Rin-chan?”

“Well shit….getting high as a gift is a fucking new one to me. What the fuck? That voice near the end was familiar as hell. Where have fucking I heard it before?”

[katsushika-division]

Not long after Rintaro’s birthday surprise, The member of OverDrive were all set on GC mode, Taking a glance at Eko’s recording of his “well taken” birthday message to the arsonist.

“First Jet Set Trio, Sakurai Clan, Silent Tradegy, Sounds Of Silence and now Death Row Block. How many teams do you plan to make us as targets, Onii-san?” Mai asked, Putting their camera on.

“Mai-san may be right on this one.” Yuno agreed.

“Relax. Sure, Some want to rip us to pieces…However…” Eko explained, Getting sly eyed

Both Mai and Yuno knew what was coming.

“If we want to fulfill our mission, We have to play dirty. It’s obvious they won’t heed our warnings, So we have to take it by force. There are some unlawful people in the world too, You know.” Eko mentioned, Putting his arms on his head.

“We can’t come out on top without making sacrifices. Threats and baiting won’t work, So using our mic’s is our best bet. If all of them come for us…Our infamy might be our worst enemy.” Eko finished, Placing the earlier footage into the secret channel.

“You have a point, Just promise me you won’t cut too much corners or beat around the wrong bushes, Okay?” Yuno asked, Crossing his arms.

“Promise accepted, Partner.”

“You know…I kinda like this new style we have. We can’t let the other divisions take our glory now…” Mai chuckled.

“I could never ask for better friends and teammates…Hehehe…Hahahah-HAHAHA~!” Eko chuckled, His laugh growing larger as Mai and Yuno both laughed along with him.

“Idiots.” Akari scoffed secretly watching OverDrive from her tablet. “You got another thing coming if you dare try to harm my family.”

“Akari ready to head out?”

“Coming Rin-nii!” Akari shouted back placing her tablet beside her. “Just thinking about how to deal with a few pests!”

[katsushika-division]

It was only a few hours after receiving the gift from Max that another gift would come knocking on the door...is what Rintaro would wish had happened but instead it was something much worse. It was surprising how the house was still standing with how much it was shaking as the entirety of Death Row Block plus Akari immediately ran outside only to see a...punked out aircraft slowly descending on their backyard.

Akihisa and Rintaro were the first to immediately act, pulling out firearms and aiming at the pilot section of the aircraft which slowly opened to reveal...a guy in punk rock clothing wearing a LED chemion mask, his "eyes" cutting through the cloud of smoke the aircraft made upon landing. When seeing that he was about seconds away from being swiss cheese, the mystery man put his hands up in a sign of peace. "Whoa whoa whoa! Hey! I come in peace! I brought gifts!" (O.O)

Before either of the older men can react, thankfully, someone came to his rescue. "Trickster?!" Akari yelled out, face lighting up as it was indeed her fellow pyromaniac friend. The mystery guy, now apparently called "Trickster", perked up at the sound of Akari's voice, waving wildly at the younger girl. "HEEEEEY CINDER! LONG TIME NO SEE, BUDDY!" (>.<)

Rintaro snapped his head towards his little sister, confused and a little pissed off. "You know this guy, Akari." It came out more as a statement than a question but Akari answered nonetheless, looking back at her brother with a serious look. "This is the guy I told you about, y'know, about that." Rintaro's eyes widen as he looked back at Trickster still sitting in the pilot's seat, swaying side to side, like he was dancing to some hidden tune the rest couldn't here.

Once more, Akihisa took action, still not lowering his gun and sternly demanded. "Who are you and why have you come here, answer quickly or I can't say it will end well for you."

Trickster shivered but there was no real fear behind it, only plain amusement as he slouched in the seat, comfortable and unfazed. "Well, you've already heard it from Akari but the name's Trickster, Tricky for short, I'm from a neat little terrorist cell called Scorpion Den, you might have heard of it, we're actually hella famous." (^.^) Trickster "beamed" with pride at the fact that he just mentioned that he is a wanted terrorist before continuing.

"I meant what I said earlier, I'm here for peaceful purposes, Akari mentioned that it was his" he pointed at Rintaro. "birthday today, I wanted to do something nice so I got him gifts." (o.o) He reached back into the backseat despite Akihisa's warnings and pulled out a black duffle bag. Keeping his left hand up in surrender, he held the bag out in his other hand. "Here, you can check yourself if ya don't believe me." (-.-)

Having enough of the situation already, Rintaro walked passed Akihisa and snatched the bag himself, sending a suspicious glare at Trickster who only 'blinked' owlishly at him with his LED eyes. Shrugging as Rintaro headed back to his team and little sister, Trickster waved once more and got more situated in his pilot seat. "It was nice meeting ya, Rintaro! Maybe you can hang out with Akari and me sometime! Happy Birthday, dude!" With that, Trickster started up the aircraft again and the Katsushika team could only watch as he flew away to god knows where.

- Later -

Rintaro sat in his room, looking over the gifts that "Trickster" guy had given him, the first gift he opened revealed to be...

...A full arm gauntlet with a flamethrower device built into it.

The second gift revealed to be...

...A dragon-oni fusion mask.

And the last and final gift revealed to be...

...An assortment of unidentified chemicals.

Happy Birthday Rintaro! 🧡

“So that was him?” Rintaro questioned staring directly into his younger sister’s eyes. A rare air of seriousness around him. 

“Yep. That was Trickster.” Akari nodded. “See what I mean what I said about him?” 

“....How positive would you say you are Akari?” 

“Around 90% but….”

“Hm?” 

“Rin-nii…I once accidentally saw Trickster without his mask and he looked a lot like…him.”

Rintaro clenched his jaw his thoughts running a mile a minute at that statement. If that was true along with the other things he had heard he now knew why Akari had expressed her opinion about Trickster to him. 

“Rin-nii?”

I want to meet him.” Rintaro declared. “...I just wanna see myself, ya know?”

“I can ask him next time I see him,” Akari promised. “He seems to think highly of your work as the “High Rise Bomber” so I think he’d agree. If…if it is true then what?” 

“We’ll burn that bridge when we get there,” Rintaro sighed. “Even dead we still have to deal with one more surprise from him. I’m just itching to burn something right now.” 

“Well Trick give you that,” Akari pointed to the gauntlet. “Why not take it for a spin?”

“Where? The Old Man isnt going to let me use it in the backyard?” 

“Wait here,” Akari smiled before running to grab something from her room. Rintaro could hear her door slam open and just as quickly as she left Akari came running back into his room a large silver suitcase in her hands.

“I was saving this for later but no better time than now!”  Akari cackled glee evident on her face as she handed her older brother the suitcase. “Open it!” 

Rintaro now extremely curious as to what had Akari so excited opened the case. Much to his shock inside was a copy of Akari’s suit she used as Cinder but made to fit a male taller than her minus the mask she usually wore but Trickster’s gift already had that covered. Turning to his sister Rintaro saw that a deranged smile was spread across her face.

“You can join me now!”

“And the bomb? They track me using that shit.”

“The suits got a jammer that’ll make it look like you’re inside the house. It’s not a full removal yet but it’s something! So come on the night is still young!”

Rintaro was stunned for a moment before he began to laugh. Louder and insaner he laughed until he was full-on psycho laughing. The thought of running around with his younger sister had set his pyromania off badly and nothing was going to stop him from doing just that.

“Now what are we waiting for then?”

[katsushika-division]

It was later in the day on a certain arsonist's birthday when Rintaro Himura heard a knock on the door to the garage, well, a knock was putting it mildly, it was more like a loud pounding on the door that caused him to stomp up to the entrance and rip open the door, ready to curse out whoever was on the other side only to stop short when he caught sight of Kobe's very own wolf boy, Max Soukoku.

Said boy was staring at Rintaro with his usual emotionless expression while holding a medium size crate, he shifted slightly to hold the crate out to him. "Rintaro...happy birthday..."

The bomber sighed but moved aside to let his pseudo little brother inside. "God fucking dammit, Max. Don't knock so fucking loud, you'll bring the door and probably this whole fucking house down." Despite the scolding, Rintaro couldn't help but ruffle the brunette's hair, Max only taking it all in stride before yet again presenting the crate.

Raising an eyebrow but nonetheless taking it, Rintaro went up to one of the work benches in the garage and set it on the table, rummaging through the drawer of tools, he fished out a crowbar and with no effort, pried the crate open revealing...

...a whole bunch of M-80s inside.

"What the fuck." Rintaro blinked before turning back to Max with a look that said 'explain'. Max shuffled closer and pointed at the crate. "Gift."

"Yeah, I know it's a fucking gift, Max, what I wanna know is how the ever loving fuck you managed to get these."

Max's eyes glazed over as if he was reliving a memory...or a nightmare from how his eyebrows furrowed before blinking slowly once, twice, before answering. "...favor...don't worry...about...it..."

Before Rintaro could question him even more, the door burst open once again, this time revealing his teammate, Touya Kisaragi.

"MAX-CHAN!!!" The effeminate serial killer squealed before taking hold of Max's arm and started pulling the young boy towards the door. "C'mon, Max-chan! I wanna show you all my new toys!!"

"Oi, Touya, wait-"

The door promptly slammed shut, signaling the end of the unfinished conversation.

Happy Birthday Rintaro! 🧡

“...How?” Akari questioned as she noticed her older brother with one of the M-80s in his hands having just entered the garage. 

“Max,” Rintaro snorted a small fond smile on his face. He threw the explosive at Akari who easily caught it. “Surprised the shit out of me when I opened the crate he gave me.” 

‘Uh huh,” Akari placed her hand on her hip throwing the bomb in the air with her other one, “And how did Max get them? Cause we can easily make some but I don’t think Max can do the same unless he’s been hiding some chemistry skills somewhere.” 

“Only said it was a favor when Touya stole him away before I could ask for more,” Rintaro shrugged his shoulders. “Besides the look on his face when I asked tells me that it’s not a can of worms I want to open.”

“Ah. Skeleton in the closet?”

“Wouldn’t doubt it.”

“We know a thing or two about that don’t we Rin-nii?” 

“You, Me, Touya, and the Old Man. We’ve all got skeletons in our closets,” Rintaro ruffled his sister’s hair who smiled at the affectionate gesture. “But that’s what makes Max fit in with us. Well, that and the trail of fucking bodies.”

“Of course, he fits in. We’re Death Row Block the Division Rap Battle’s bloodiest team.”  

[katsushika-division]

Katsushika, A division known to have a reckless team. 3…Or should I say 4 criminals getting a chance off death row just to play in a small rap tournament, How fitting. As strange as it sounds, A certain terrorist’s not-so awaited birthday was here.

Hang on, What happened to the lights!?

That was the first thing Himura Rintaro thought, Standing is his now pitch black garage. He was originally going to unwind from earlier…However, It was clear something had other plans.

But what?

Suddenly, An ear splitting sound put him on edge, Also causing him to cover his ears. Whatever the sound was, It wasn’t pretty. Although, That wasn’t it.

Next, Most of the supplies on his shelf had fallen from the deafening sound that still lingered. Whoever was playing tricks with him…

Finally, The sound stopped. As Rintaro collected himself, He noticed an encrypted message on the garages wall.

“You’re lucky your own life’s been spared just to play in a rap tournament. Let’s say this is a small warning. You wouldn’t want…To be turned in and hung with your teammates, Do you?”

”I thought so. So, get out of our way while you still can…Mind telling “Cinders” allies to do the same? The consequences would be…Rather severe…”

—Poltergeist.

Everyone stood in Rintaro’s garage the loud screech sent them rushing in. Only to find the message left on the wall with Rintaro himself standing in front of it an enraged expression on his face.  

“Poltergeist,” Akari monotoned recognizing the alias. “Or Eko Seishin leader of Fukuoka’s second team OverDrive. What an idiot. He’s truly asking for a bloodbath.” 

Rintaro having heard a name and where the bastard who did this would most likely be located headed to the door wanting to have a “chat” with this damned Poltergeist. Only to be stopped when Akihisa grabbed him by the back of his leather jacket.

“Let me fucking go Old Man!”

“Rintaro calm down. Now. You go over there and you’re more than likely to set off that explosive in your neck.”

Rintaro snarled but stopped trying to escape Akihisa's grip. Seeing that he was calm enough Akihisa let go allowing Rintaro to stand up straight now. 

“I’m going to set that bastard on fire one day and you won’t stop me then Old Man,” Rintaro growled.

“I expect nothing less,” Akihisa sighed. “Save it for a rap battle at least.”

“Fucking fine to me. My rap ability is called “Burnt Alive” for a damned reason.”

[katsushika-division]

ARB Birthday Special 2024: Rintaro Himura

 ~ ~ July 16th ~ ~

“The child who is not embraced by the village will burn it down to feel its warmth.”

Login Lines:

“Fucking shit why the hell do people keep bothering me today? Oh goddammit, not another one. What the fuck do you want?”

“You’re giving me of all people a gift? Fucking why? My…birthday? Shit that is today. No wonder people kept bothering me.”

Voice Lines: 

“Finally 27, huh? Not that it fucking matters. I’m set to be hanged for my crimes one day. Today is just another day closer to that shitty moment. Just thinking about it makes me want a smoke.”

“Normally I don’t give a fuck about my birthday but Touya does for some damn reason and he wants to celebrate it. Even fucking begged. Ugh…he’s lucky I don’t have the heart to tell him no.”

“People have been asking me if I want a drink to celebrate my birthday. Like hell I want a drink. I swore never to touch that shit in my life. An insane pyromaniac I may be, but I refuse to become a drunkard like that bastard of my father.”

“I promised Akari that we’d spend the day together today. Just the two of us. Just like when we were younger before everything went to hell. It’s going to be great. I have to make up for all the years we lost together. Now to go find her.”

“Well if it isn’t the Old Man. Here to give me a gift? Hey, now any more emotion from you, and people will think you're losing your fucking touch, Old Man. Damn…you really do fucking care. I’ll process how to feel about that shit later, but first, let’s see what the hell you got me.” 

“Score! I needed a new one of these. You're not fucking wrong about that. The garage is my spot for whenever I need to unwind. Either to work on my bike or make meth. I have to get money somehow! Chuohku barely gives us anything! So what if I sell high-grade meth to fuckers on the streets? Then don’t fucking ask Old Man.” 

“Fuck Touya! How many times have I told you not to fucking jump on me? It's not that important Touya. Just fucking another day for me. *groans* Okay fine we’ll celebrate goddamnit, you pink thing. Ugh, you’re lucky you’re one of the few people I tolerate this shit for.”

“.....Touya what the fuck is this? …You better start fucking running. Now. TOUYA YOU PIECE OF SHIT! I’M GOING TO KILL YOU FOR GIVING ME THAT OFF ALL THINGS!”

“There you are, Akari. Ready to hang out like old times? You didn’t have to get me anything I’m fine with getting no gifts. God knows what I fucking did to deserve you as a baby sister Akari. *smiles sadly* I will never fully believe I did enough for you as a kid but the fact you think I did makes me glad.”

“You spent all week on this Akari? It looks sick as fuck! Of course, I fucking do! It’s from my precious baby sister who worked a long ass time on it. You could give me a rock off the side of the road Akari and I’ll treasure it until the day I fucking die. Now come on we got a full day ahead of us.”

Akihisa Lines:

“Happy Birthday Rintaro. *rolls eyes* What else would I be doing? *scoffs* Me? Lose my touch? As if. No, but as much it pains me to say this, Rintaro, you are one of the only people in the world who means something to me. Now consider yourself lucky enough that I got you a gift.” 

“You seem to be the most calm and relaxed in the garage, Rintaro. So I assumed you'd appreciate a new tool set. …Really? Making meth in the garage? Why on Earth? …I'm going to pretend you didn’t say that last bit, Rintaro. I’m getting a headache thinking of all the potential ramifications.”  

Touya Lines:

“Happy Birthday, Rin-chan! Hehehe! Sorry, but I’m just so excited! It’s your birthday! Come on, Rin-chan! We have to celebrate! It only comes once a year! Plus, I got you a gift too! Yeah! Hope you like it~!” 

“It’s a vibrator you silly goose! I'm always in a good mood when I use one, so I- Rin-chan? Why do you look angry? Don’t you like the present I got you? Eh? RIN-CHAN I’M SORRY! HISA-CHAN HELP ME!”

Bonus! Akari Lines:

“Happy Birthday, Rin-nii. I am, but first, I got you a gift. No. You’re my older brother and I’ll be damned if I don’t get you a gift for your birthday. So I spent the last week working on it making sure it’s perfect. You deserve that from me at least after everything you did for me as a kid. So here. I hope you like it.”   

“I know it’s not some of my best work. Really? You like it? I didn’t think you would. You’re not really the necklace wearing type Rin-nii. *giggles* I like to think I could do better than a rock from the side of the road. Hahaha! Okay! Let’s go then!” 

[katsushika-division]

Darkness had long washed over the skies of Katsushika as Akihisa Mashiro’s birthday drew to a close.

Akihisa was ready to wind down after a long exhausting day when another package had arrived at his living space.

After the surprise from earlier in the day, the famed ex hitman had every right to be more cautious then ever.

But inside the gift bag that had been hastily covered in layers upon layers of gifting tissue paper was a wooden box in the shape of a coffin. Inside was a whiskey decanter set, tailored for Akihisa.

Taped underneath the coffin box was an open-faced card addressed to him in red ink, scribbled in such a way that it was near-impossible for even Akihisa to comprehend.

“I’m probably not the person who should be in contact with you, but I hear it’s your birthday today.

We’ve met only in past pageants as fellow judges, but I’m gifting something to you as a hunter to a hitman. Not former hitman. A hitman.

— Shian Meizono of Akihabara Division”

“That is some of the fucking ugliest handwriting I’ve ever seen.” Rintaro critiqued looking next beside Akihisa. “The only other person I know who writes that badly is Touya.”  

“Meizono? Haven’t seen her since that blasted pageant.” Akihisa frowned at the reminder of the event.

“Ughhh don’t remind me of that shit fucking hated it. You got lucky Old Man you only had to judge. I fucking had to compete.” 

“Truly. Now do you want a drink?”

“You know I fucking hate that shit.” RIntaro scowled. 

Akihisa rolled his eyes. “Not alcohol at least not for you. I’m sure we have some sort of soda in the fridge you can drink instead.”

“Eh? Why not?” 

[katsushika-division]

ARB Birthday Special 2024: Akihisa Mashiro

~~ October 19th ~~

“Nothing is not only nothing. It is also our prison.”

Login Lines:

“Seems like we have an unexpected visitor. How quaint. Now explain why you are here or else.” 

“A gift? Ah yes, it seems like that time of year has once again sprung upon me. I suppose thank you for the present.”

Voice Lines: 

“Another year has passed and again Touya wishes to celebrate my birthday. Frankly, today is just another day for me. I had hoped to let it pass without any sort of merriment. *sigh* I should’ve known Touya counts down the days to our birthdays. He’s dedicated. I'll give him that.”

“As much as I hate admitting it, I'm surprised I can still move as well as I do. My long career as a hitman left me with many injuries some of which should have left me disabled especially those given to me by that damned Black Dahlia. Still, I refuse to let it drag me down.” 

“Even my parole officer wished me a “Happy Birthday” today with that aggravating smile of his. The man truly gets off at having three of the worst criminals ever chained like dogs to him. He’s quite lucky I’m not able to make him regret many of the things he’s done so far.” 

“Mother, sometimes I wonder if you’re staring down at me from above. Do you shed tears at what has become of your son? A killer with a body count high enough to reach the heavens. *chuckles* I suppose I won’t ever know since I won’t be joining you up there in heaven Mother when I finally croak.”

“Hello, Touya. Yes yes, how foolish of me to forget my birthday. You do know I don’t entirely care for it, right? Frightening how you can switch from cheerful to mad at the drop of a hat Touya. *sighs* Fine but only because you insist on giving me a gift. So let me see it.” 

“How did you even make this Touya? You shouldn’t have been able to sign up for the class. Just be careful Touya. I dare not imagine the frenzy people will throw when they realize ‘The Sweetheart Killer” is next to them. It is a nice gift Touya. Thank you. I truly appreciate it.”

“Here to deliver a gift Rintaro?  Knowing you? You came here just to tell me that you burned the backyard again and after last year’s gift, I’m hesitant to see what you got me this year. You shouldn’t be breaking any law at all Rintaro. Are you trying to get caught? Fine, hand it over.”

“This is a jab at my age isnt it Rintaro? You little shit. Closer to 50 or not I’m still in better shape than most other people my age. I’m 205cm Rintaro of course my bones crack at that height, especially after the things I’ve done. …Go, just go, just staring at you is starting to piss me off.”

Touya Lines:

“Happy Birthday Hisa-Chan! You almost let it pass but don’t worry I remembered! I don’t care it’s your birthday and we’re gonna celebrate it Hisa-chan! I refuse to let you or Rin-chan’s grumpiness stop you from celebrating your birthdays! Now you’re gonna accept my gift whether you like it or not. *giggles* So here! I hope you like it!”

“Ta-da! I took a ceramics class a while back and I know you like coffee so I made you a mug! Come on Hisa-chan! You know I’m really good at make-up and it’s not that hard to disguise myself. Aww I just wanted to make you something special tho. It is, isn't it? The skull is a nice touch if I do say so myself. No problem Hisa-chan~!”

Rintaro Lines:

“Happy Birthday you old bastard. What else could I fucking be here for? What’s that fucking look for? Wow, see if I ever break any fucking laws for you again. I’ll break any law I fucking want Old Man and dont worry your grouchy ass I won’t get caught. Now here. Enjoy it or whatever.”

“…Pfft! Hahahaha! Come on Old Man, you're closer to 50 than 40. You’re no fucking spring chicken anymore. Besides, don’t pretend I can’t hear your fucking bones creak every time you stand up. Like damn Old Man you’re really living up to your title. So I got you some damn Icyhot for your old ass. Ha! Later!” 

[katsushika-division]

ARB Birthday Special 2024: Touya Kisaragi 

~~ August 20th ~~

“Love is hard to find, hard to keep, and hard to forget.”

Login Lines:

“It’s my birthday again! I’m so excited! Last year was so much fun! I can’t wait to see how this year goes! Hm? Someone’s here! Hi~!”

“You got me a gift! Oh! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! *mwah* Today is gonna be a great day! I can feel it~!”

Voice Lines: 

“24 years old...I’m surprised I made it this long. I had so many close calls over the years. Sometimes….some of the people I’ve slept with got a little too…rough with me.”

“I was so excited about my birthday that I couldn’t sleep last night but it’s fine! I’m used to running on a few hours of sleep. At least I was lying on a soft bed and not on the floor of some abandoned building. Done that too many times, and let me tell you it’s not fun.” 

“I wanted to visit a café today, but Hisa-chan said I couldn’t. Said it was “too risky” for me to go. That someone might recognize me and it would get really bad real quick. I get it but…I just want to have some fun on my birthday. Is that too much to ask for?” 

“People tell me that I’m a monster. I know that but…do you think I wanted to be like this? My mind broken beyond repair? Having nightmare after nightmare of people assaulting me for their sick pleasure!? Do you think I asked for that!? I didn’t. So why should I apologize for being a monster? No one ever apologized to me for turning me into one.”  

“Hisa-chan! It’s my birthday! Hehehe! I just can’t help it! I never had anyone celebrate it with me growing up and now I have people who will! …I’m too angry to drown in despair…I still need to kill him. Nothing Hisa-chan! Just talking to myself again. Oh! What did you get me?”

“It’s so cute! Where did you get it? Ooooh! Maybe I can sneak into events like they do! A little murder here and a little murder here! Aww come on Hisa-chan you never let me do anything fun. Boohoo! I still wanna do something tho! Yes! Thanks Hisa-chan!”

“Rin-chan! You remembered! Aww, come on, Rin-chan, let me have a birthday hug from you! Why are you always so mean to me? But hugs are made to make everything feel better! You're no fun, Rin-chan. Ooh! Gimme! Gimme! Yay! Thanks, Rin-chan!” 

“This is? Okay, it’s a secret just between you and me, Rin-chan! I won't tell anyone about this but…it’s not mixed with anything bad, is it? Cause one time, I managed to get some of this stuff, but it was laced with rat poison, and I didn’t feel good for like two weeks.” 

Akihisa Lines:

“Happy Birthday, Touya. I’m well aware of what today is. You certainly spent the last few days excited about it. I still find it a miracle you can smile after everything you’ve gone through Touya. Lesser people would waste away in their despair. Hm? What did you say Touya? If you say so. Now, here's a gift from me. I hope you enjoy it.”

“I called in a favor from an old contact for the holster. It’s quite popular for female assassins to wear it, especially to fancier events. I figured you like it as a way to carry around your knives. Touya please don’t. *snorts* Most things you consider fun Touya would break your parole so no you can’t do them. *sigh* Fine you can do one thing and one thing only. Got me?”

Rintaro Lines:

“Oi! Happy Birthday, Touya. Of course, I fucking remembered you pink thing now stop hugging me. Not everyone is a damn hugging fiend like you Touya. Some of us like our personal space not bothered. Anyway, I got you something. Calm down you little shit! Ugh. Here. ”

“Don’t tell the Old Man but I made some fucking angel dust for you. Guaranteed to give you a really good high. What do you fucking take me for an amateur? I know how to fucking make drugs. I…goddamnit Touya every fucking time you tell me something about your shitty past it makes me fucking wonder how the hell you survived it.”

[katsushika-division]

Back again to Katsushika Division, 3rd times the charm right? Looming holographically over Death Row Block’s residence, Yuno knocked firmly, noticing Akari Himura answer the door.

“I do not wish to stay long, nor do you. So, mind getting Mashiro down here? Let’s make this a brief conversation…” Yuno crossed his arms as Akihisa appeared, surprised. Why would he even be standing at his door? Sounds like a death wish to him…

Yuno set a package on the doorstep, but still remained silent. Then, he spoke with subzero ice.

“I’m surprised Chuohku is actually being quite idiotic for once, not that this is the first time…”

“Reaper, Sweetheart Killer, High Rise Bomber and Cinder…You’ve seen the antics of my teammates. Poltergeist sending in warnings to spare your precious lives, and Shade rewarding you as an act of innocence.”

“Me? Such injustice has gone too far. Even if you beat my team easily…Our story is only beginning. As far as I know…Your blood is on Chuohku’s hands. Manage to play them hard enough? Your end is with me…”

He slammed the door behind him as he dissolved.

Inside…Was a set off bomb of heavy knock out gas, filling the apartment as they spoke.

“You three all right?” Akihisa gruffly questioned seemingly unaffected by the knock-out gas. “No injuries?” 

“That son of a fucking bitch!” Rintaro growled having shielded Akari during the blast. The two of them also unaffected by the gas. “You good Akari?”

“I’m fine,” Akari assured her older brother looking none the worse for wear. “Not the worst explosion I’ve had the pleasure of having a front-row seat for.” A fierce scowl formed on her face. “The bastard had some nerve doing that shit.”

“Agreed. Touya how are you holding up?” Akihisa looked at the one person who hadn't responded yet.

“I’m fine!” The blue-haired male shouted furring his eyebrows as he tasted the air. “Hmmm…knock out gas. Boooo! He gave us the shit stuff. Still how you guys not asleep?”

“I’ve spent 30 years as a hitman, he’s not the first person to use knock-out gas on me, and certainly won’t be the last I assure you. It takes more than some simple gas to knock me out.” 

“Rin-nii and I spend hours in a cramped space with chemicals far more dangerous than this Touya-nii.”

“So what about you Touya? How the fuck are you still awake?”

“Oh! You’d be surprised how many times people have tried to knock me out. I’m good at fighting off the sleepiness.” Touya smiled.

“Again every time you tell me shit Touya I grow only more fucking concerned,” Rintaro muttered. “Anyway, what are we gonna do about this bitch? He’s got fucking axe to grind.” 

“This…Kamora he wants a fight,” Akihisa declared his usual emotionless face darkening in anger. “So a fight he will get. I don’t take kindly to those harming people I care for. I’ve killed others for less.”