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» Name: The Azure Flame
» Titles: Kite, Azure, anomaly
» Age: 16
» Gender: Male
» Affiliation/Rank: rouge

» Shifter Appearance Written:
Kite seemingly was just a young child when he first appeared, his natural blue hair that seemed to streak down to his shoulders his eyes that seemed to irradiate green and oddly enough was branded with tattoos on his checks we were shocked to see a naked child walking towards us no utter care upon his face like this was natural? We remedied the situation having mainly ragged old torn clothes we put through some rough stitching we managed to make him a rough outfit. since that time he has somehow grown attached to it? we have offered many different substitutes but his answer is always the same "this will do just fine" after a week or so we had decided that we needed a better way to maintain his hair he simply refused any offers to cut it an instead had one of the others create him a new makeshift hat. we agreed to allow this and began work although his rough attire may be quite patchy it seems to suit the child well ..... interesting.

» Shifter Appearance Picture:

Azure Kite [Danava. 1-1+] Azurekite4_zps92aa187a


» True Appearance Written: it happened in the night ... we just didn't know! he seemed so real to us so when this ... thing appeared we knew, we knew he was special. the glowing light bouncing from it was enough but it even seemed like its joints weren't connected at all. What the hell was it? it was pure fire but it was some sort of bird made of the flames but that impossible isn't it? it all just looked like some mad experiment gone wrong, we've decided that we need to study this child figure out just what the hell makes him tick and what that thing truly was.

» True Appearance Picture:

Azure Kite [Danava. 1-1+] Flame%20Dragon

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CASE STUDY INSIDE THE MIND OF THE SUBJECT

» Personality: This is day 1 of the study, The subject is currently undergoing a psychological profile test we have decided that maybe if we can get into his mind we will be able to understand how to unlock the power we saw ... or perhaps just how his brain ticks. i can't pin it what are kites intentions? does he want us dead or just want to be left alone.

- joyful: kite has a tendency to see the bright side of life he seems quite in control of his happiness letting most things slide. this co insights with his ability to make friends he shows no lack of faith always believing the best of people until proven otherwise and seems to love the very world itself he enjoys a good joke and loves making people smile.

- Brave: Kite is probably the first person to run in and save the day, he values life over all things. He wont back down from a fight but doesn't seem to instigate it either, it isn't often upon my test that i actually see someone say they'd die to save a random stranger regardless of their crimes. but Kite seems to be that kind of person

- Energetic: Kite is a very active person always wanting to do something he prefers to train, exercise and to always be doing but is still capable of relaxing an odd combination for the man. His energy is insurmountable and he is always looking for something to do and be helpful in any way ... he even tried to do the dishes mid psych test .....

- Reckless: Kite is a little foolhardy always rushing in attempting to assist others he is extremely unruly when it comes down to protecting the innocent willing to put his life on the line to fight for others and cares little who you are, if you hurt those he loves he will show you no mercy.

- obvious: Kite tends not to really grasp some things which could come across to some as "dumbness" but truly kite has quite a remarkable brain able to understand complex problems and devise strategies to compensate for these. the main source of his problem is his obliviousness the child seems not to understand certain subjects

- modest: Kite has an odd way of denying his strength he is quite modest and praises others over himself. Despite this Kite has very impressive skills we have watched over him looking upon his practiced and noticed his powers are strong even more so then the other subjects.

- Carefree: Kite inst very big on stressing over the little things he'd rather relax and enjoy his time while doing something, unfortunately with his optimistic nature he tends not to really care about anything stressful this was shown during the testing program in which he disregarded it and took a nap mid way through the test.

- shy: despite his very outgoing attitude when it comes down to most circumstances Kite can be quite the coward when it comes to a certain subject... Girls. a pretty girl talking and taking notice of kite can pretty much stump him he doesn't know how to react to this and often can get so bad to the point where he literally just ... passes out?

» Likes:
ramen noodles
pork
chicken
rice
hot cross buns
hot dogs
sushi
meatloaf
udon noodles
spaghetti
all food in general
helping others
training
pretty girls


» Dislikes:
fighting for no reason
hate
revenge
vegetables
not much else
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CASE ACCOUNTS SUBJECT 15 KITE AZURE

» History:
the cold dark was his only embrace, how sweet it was. it drew him in always wanting ..... always there.

Azure was never truly born but merely fained into existence the Boy has always had a strong connection to Nidahana, the flame god was a collective data formed into a figment of a soul left to incubate it seems fate would soon warp these "thoughts" the process intent on making a brand new ruthless killer was altered by the form of a denying will. Azure the one born of the flame refused to fall to this fate he broke his incubating cycle before fully mature as a punishment for this he was thrown away like trash, placed upon earth the davana truly awoke, his new life had now begun.

Born into fire, how poetic for the flame davana he strolled through the building it crumbled around him as he saw a young child sitting in a room screaming he ran to its aid. the child lay under a table his screams echoing the naked davana ran grabbing him telling him to follow .... the naked bit didn't really help. But eventually the child followed Kite reluctantly. they rand through the burning building Kite holding back the flames with all his effort. but fate plays a torturing part to life a massive pylon fell as the child went to exit the building crushing him beneath it. Azure screamed pulling the child out and trying to fix him but it was to no avail .... he was dead. azure sat there looking around at the chaos and he knew ... he had caused this the fire expelled from his wounds even as he spoke he sat there head in hands the fire growing hotter till eventually a true supernova.

the child walked from the burnt to ash town the news would remark it as just a freak fire but he knew just what it was. Kite walked until his feet bleed trying to get as far away from any type of human contact as possible. until one day he just ... stumbled upon it. a facility inside he could feel the powers of others the men standing in front of him wearing white coats, he wanted to run get as far away as he could but no he had come to far. Azure collapsed at these mens feet and when he awoke he was in a room a new pair of clothes upon him as he walked through the center he stumbled upon a room inside a girl sat playing with blocks. Rin a little girl he sat and played blocks with her another soon entering the room one of these doctors. The man took Kite to look around and see there establishment. He told kite of the others and there abilities ... they were just like him, perhaps here he could live freely.

For the next year Kite settled into this place and became subject 15. he went through testing with his doctors and interacting with his fellow subjects as they were so oftenly called. Rin had taken to Azure with flying colors calling him her big brother Rins sister, Mila took a liking to the boy but unfortunately he Kite wasn't so good with the ladies in fact the first time she started talking to kite he froze not knowing what to do and when she gave him a mere peck on the cheek he passed out. but this didn't stop him from making friends among the others in fact he formed a close bond with another young boy, subject 5 lind. The kid had long been unstable screaming out in pain at points and kept isolated from the others. he and kite soon became like brothers Kite even able to calm his nightmares truly he was at home.

But nothing can stay the same forever, Rin died. the girl had passed away in her sleep Azure confronted the doctors asking about what happened and soon learnt of their treachery. They had been using small amounts of kites own energy to enhance Rins she couldn't hold the fire and her internal organs burned killing her slowly. This threw Kite into a madness as he lay in his room looking at the ceiling the fire grew engulfing his hand and now within it sat Tri blade. He began a revolt against these men the other subjects were split down the middle He lead the resistance and Lind the man he cared so much for Lead the defense. Kite powered through eventually confronting the man he once knew but soon Kite realized this wasn't Lind. the thoughts of another subject had been placed into his body, yet another casualty to these mens mad science. they fought Kite easily holding the upper hand but the fight was soon interrupted by the girl he knew, Mila. she stabbed Lind through the back leaving him lying on the ground urging Kite to leave. he hated the thought of leaving line there but at he urging he left grief in his heart of what he had done.

Although he was free it didn't feel like it. He and Mila soon parted ways Kite felt that he had to be alone and continued to wander. these days he if seen From place to place preferably karakura hell bent on protection of earth and all good in the world, i know odd for a demon right? that's just how Azure is i guess.
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» Natural Demon Traits:

Black Inferno Blast: Black Inferno is a massive burst of destructive energy a demon can unleash if they have Adept or higher on Za Koa. It starts by gathering energy from Za Koa along with the Demon's Blood and any type of darkness. From there, it will form into a ball of darkness that can be used to unleash serious damage upon anything it hits; resulting in a black explosion that is similar to a cero in destruction and can be broken down like a bala as well. Though, unlike a cero or bala, The Black Inferno Blast does alot more then just simply explode. When it explodes, if trapped within the blast, the opponent will begin to feel extreme amounts of heat generating from their skin; so hot, in fact, some believe they are actually on fire from the strain on a person's will. However, this does more then that. That's simply the sign of a dangerous demon parasite entering a person's body. If a direct contact is made or even partial contact, there will be a strong rush of parasites, demon magic and Za Koa's force entering a person's body. From that point, over the course of five post if there was a direct hit or three for a indirect, this will begin to heavily tax an opponent. It will force them to drain extreme amounts of energy until they are somewhat weakened, slowed or damaged if they are unable to extract it from there bodies.

Kage Chōkyō-shi: Kage Chōkyō-shi is the ability for most demons with adept Za Koa users to travel through different dimensions, travel throughout the battlefield or even use it for defense. By channeling Za Koa's energy in addition to the various seals throughout their body in addition to their Shadow Movement, they are able to create many different holes in the area's around them that can range from small to extra large depending on their Za Koa skill. These can lead to other realms, can be used to shield against attacks if they are not more powerful then the demon and be used on the offensive by attempting to create these holes to slice someone's head off.

The Art Of Demon Magic: What exactly IS the Arts of Demon Magic? In a sense, you COULD call it the Demon's Kidō, but you'd be wrong as well. Why? Well, Demon Magic actually works like real MAGIC is suppose to. Of course, Kidō like spells, summons and barriers can be created with Demon Magic. That's a given. However, it can be taken MUCH further then that application. For instance, an advanced user in Demon Magic could use this in order to gain Telekinesis on a more light level. Even combat standards, if he were to look at an attack and see it coming, the Telekinesis would kick in and attempt to change it course if enough was generated from The Demon to negate it. Other example would be gaining Gyrokinesis in some cases in order to actual make it seem like they are toying with gravity itself; which in fact they are. Within a contained area, this demon could remove the gravity of some things, make it heavier in other places or even apply it to more focused objects like their attacks to cause more impact force.

Akuma Kyodo: Thanks to the full body seal most demon's have on their bodies from birth, Akuma Kyodo gives most Demon's a layer of defensive skin that is similar to an Arrancar's Hierro. This will be general defense, though if have a high Za Koa Skill, you can temporarily double your defense. Masters can do it for ten post, Advanced for seven, adept for four and beginners for two. All come with a three post cooldown. But that's where the similarities end, and the differences begin. What makes a demon's Akuma Kyodo: so different? Well, for instance, this layer of skin is not just applied physically like Arrancar's are or any other races natural defense. What makes a demon's defense stands out is that it applies to magic, spiritual attacks, their environments, how resistant they are to poisons or toxins and even how much their mental state improves.

Shadow Movement: This is what some MIGHT call the Demon's Answer to flash step: Shadow Movement. It allows them to move at quick burst of speeds on most occasions to allow them to travel very far distances in short amount of times, that is for certain. Though, this is where some similarities come to an end. Unlike most other races, Demon's get many nifty benefits then just Super Speed. Take this for example: from the seals on a demon's legs and feet that generate insane amounts of energy from all of the sources of power they collect; it will be able to give yourself temporary boost of intense speed called "Shadow Burst". Shadow Burst is a period of time where your demon will double their speed on average if they are at least adept. It will transition into how fast their attacks are created or launched, the demon's reaction time to increase the odds of evading, countering or noticing a person, object or anything else within a vicinity that has a prense in order to do something about it, it increases their mental awareness to more alert levels and it even goes into their natural powers.
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» Origin Name: The Azure Flame

» Origin Power:
Kite has always had a deep connection to Nidahan the flames of his very existence is via this bond, he was born from its fire and is forever linked. Azure has long been the true embodiment of flame unlike most of his kind Azure is his element. the child is a focused weapon created of pure flame that is submerged within him and his body almost like that of a gigai shields it from existence. built of the most purest flame Kite is able to create and manipulate flames to a certain extent. he does this by vibrating the very molecules of the air withing a 30 m radius at super high speed causing them to burst alight he then manipulates this by then moving the molecules around to form what he wants and direct it before releasing control of it letting it fire away. He can also make fire solid by manipulating these tiny molecules and converging them together building it up so it becomes truly solid. Kites true flame burns hotter than any normal flame, the full force of his fire could even cause an artificial supernova. unfortunately that would even put his life at risk.


» Origin Abilities:

Flame creation: by manipulating the oxygen particles in the area of 10 m around Kite he is able to vibrate these molecules causing them to catch a light forming into flames he can then direct these flames and even throw them but one the flame is out of 70 km of kite it disperses. these flames always take the form of small balls that explode upon contact bursting out spitting fire. but due to the pure size of them are quite slow compared to other moves 30 km per hr

Azure Kite [Danava. 1-1+] Fireball-jutsu

Flame Manipulation:
by moving around the molecules of flames Kite is able to expand and change the form of his flames to take any shape, although this has its limits such as the amount he can expand it 20 m and at that point it loses a lot of power due to the flames molecules being spread out.

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solidification:
by manipulating the molecules within his flames Kite is able to bunch many atoms together within the flame making it almost solid, this form isn't as strong as things such as steel but makes it so that the flame can actually hit something, accompanying this method with his manipulation he is able to create weapons and such from fire


Shapes - the shapes are the variety of forms Kite can manipulate the flames to. these flames due to the fact they are changing the density of the molecule making it more solid becomes less heated.

Spear - the molecules of the spear are all focused into the tip of it making it much faster than the other shapes but the downfall is that extreme accuracy would be needed due to the low area of it, behind the tip the staff produces basically no heat and no density to others besides Kite. truly the tip is the only weapon.

Sword or dagger- spreading the fire molecules to one side of the sword making that side able to cut rather than simply explode the molecules out upon contact. a major downfall of this is the back of this sword is unable to cut of even really hurt due to the fact that it is created more as a slashing item.

Hammer - in this form the molecules of the Weapon are made much more dense than average bundling all of them into the top cylinder to allow greater strength to it, the problem here is 1. the speed is dramatically lowered due to the weight of the weapon and 2. the heat is pretty much non existent in it.

Gauntlets - in this forms the molecules are stabilized around his hands and are there to enhance the strength of his punches, the most key feature about this is the heat pouring into it since it isn't dense at all he can manipulate the heat levels to greater lengths making it hot enough to cause 2nd degree burns after a simple hit, the major downfall however is dependent on the users strength which with Kite is basically non existent.

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flame Armour:
When this move is activate Kites skin is surrounded by pure blue flames. the molecular structure of these flames follows his solidification technique allowing them to absorb some attacks before breaking, kind of like a heirro. this move due to the effects can only be used for 10 posts and has a 3 post cool down as well.

Azure Kite [Danava. 1-1+] Azure_kite_ID_by_Saioul

Flame Titan:
converging all of his flames into a mass Kite then begins to form an upper torso of a human made from flames, in this form he also brings the molecules together to give it a solid mass and manipulates its movements by moving around the flames. this move is extremely tiresome to Kite and hence can only be active for 7 posts max and takes 2 post to charge with a 4 charge cool down. also while using this move Kite is unable to move due to the amount of focus required to keep this move in effect.

Azure Kite [Danava. 1-1+] Firelo10


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» Conceptual World: Kites world is a great city that is engulfed in flames the city is quite large and has a lot of amassed buildings and such but the fire engulfs everything in his world A good factor of this is the in-effect it has upon Kite due to his origin power he moves freely the flames actually healing his wounds.

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» Eternal Partner Name: Balmung of the azure sky and Orca of the azure sea

» Eternal Partner Appearance: unlike most davanas Due to Kites past his eternal partners Senses has split becoming 2 different people 1 Balmung a white haired heavily armored individual and Orca a big Celtic type of man he has painted himself green and White in true warrior fashion, other key attributes to the man include his stitches from his numerous wounds probably gained from Balmung and both Balmung and Orcas red eyes showing their deep connection.

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» Eternal Partner Personality:

Balmung -
Balmung is a bit of a hothead, he tends to be brash and even cruel at points. he openly remarks kite as dumb and weak. Balmung believes his way is always best and everyone else is wrong, when he is proven wrong he acts with arrogance never admitting his mistake i.e when proven wrong hell say that he knew the answer he thought that you needed to figure it out yourself. Balmung is very into women, he loves the plain thought of em and is a bit of a playboy himself. Blamung also dislikes fighting despite his ability in the subject he thinks that fighting someone would just be a waste of time and he'd have to kill his opposition for lack of strength.

Orca - Orca is a very quiet individual, he comes off as quite wise and strong being someone you can look up to. Oraca never really likes to vent his idea keeping them bottled up he prefers to allow others to do the leading. Orca is also very caring when it comes to protecting others he would launch into action even despite his pacifistic nature. Orca hates fighting and believes there are much better ways at resolving problems but if fighting is necessary he will use force. Orca is also quite patient letting things go quite a bit but he is usually the one who has to stop Balmung, when he tests the mans patience.


» Eternal Partner Powers:

Balmung - Balmung is able to create and manipulate the wind as Kite does with flame he has basically all the same moves as the man but the air equivalent of such. Balmung has also a much better mastery over his element being able to use it up to 100 km rather than kites 70 km. This is also Balmungs main source of fighting he prefers using the wind over any blade. his wind is capable of boosting the effects of fire and water making Balmung the ultimate support to either of his partners, the wind is a bit different to fire though being mainly able to cut rather than burn.

Orca - Orca like Balmung has a completely different element to Kite his being the power over water, Orca has less control over his element than kite only able to create and do basic manipulation of it. Orca himself prefers to use brute strength over any power thinking that your weak if you need to rely on your powers to win. Orca is the opposite of Kite his water destroying flames, but is boosted by the water the best effect of this is his ability to slow and impare movement but being slow and bulky himself it usually just brings them to his level of speed.


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» Atma Vatou Name: Empty Skies

» Atma Vatou Appearance: taking the appearance of 2 small swords hey have three prongs and is made from a special type of oak wood. inside it sits 3 small stones that control all their capabilities and powers each stone represents a different element for kite i.e 1st is fire second is the enhanced version of fire, Blue fire (hottest flame possible 3rd is the even more advanced version Lava. These stones also seem to protect it from the fire as well.

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» Atma Vatou Abilities:
Flames of purity - all 3 of these flames burn upon the blade enhancing its power and giving it the ability to Direct flames out of the top of the 3 points as time goes along these flames get hotter and hotter each stone kicking into effect. after 3 posts the "Blue Flame" will kick in and then after 7 posts Lava will kick in. but there is a downside to this cause after 10 posts the flames disappear and take another 3 posts to recharge before continuing right back from the start.

Note: To prevent people from being overloaded who make Multi-Origin Danava, we allow them to qualify for certain forms if they a Atma Vatou for each Origin Power.

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Saca ātmā (सच आत्मा, True Soul):
What is Saca Atma? Saca Atma is the constant release of a Danava's power. This relates to the fact that these Danava have no need for a release. As a result, they can easily command or summon their power at a given notice. These are similar to Shinigami who are constantly in their released states or beings who simply have no desire for any sort of transformation. Saca Atma is the best path for those who simply wish to have their power at an arms reach at all given times. In some cases, however, some may have a Saca Atma because they lack the control to otherwise control a release form. This is very true, on an unrelated note, to the Demon Queen Mana. She has tried to ascend past her KQM State, but failed to no avail as she could not control that sort of power boost. In some regards, a Saca Atma works in a similar fashion as that person may have been too powerful to otherwise need or stabilize a release form. It's also possible to gain a Saca Atma simply through choice; as with Iramasha who disband from their Angelic or Demonic forms.



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Kite is all finished and awaiting checking, so let the checking begin
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Application Checklist
  • Name [X]
  • Appropriate Age [X]
  • Gender [X]
  • Appearance Present [X]
  • Appearance Described in Appropriate Length OR Picture is Visible [X]
  • Appearance is Not Claimed [X]
  • 10 sentences for personality [X]
  • History is of appropriate length [X]
  • Powers are not Godmod/Overpowered [X]
  • Powers are described reasonably enough [X]
  • Application/RP Sample is not in First Person [X]
  • Skills are not filled in (Omit if a Hollow)[X]
  • RP Sample Present (Omit if this is not the first character) [X]
  • RP Sample is 10 sentences [X]


Will Skills
  • Willpower/Determination:Advanced.
  • Mental Deduction: Adept.
  • Pain Endurance:Advanced.
  • Focus: Master.


Comments/Notes: Not Bad.~ Add Four more turns to Flame Titan, and this is approved.
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