ACT 2: Jikuru

The Concealed Disguise

“I'll do anything for my family.”

“Be on guard. You'll be killed before you know it.”

“It's either be killed, or kill.”

“I did what I was supposed to do.”

Nation: Toyama

Sex: Male

Birthday: June 19

Jikuru is a Ninja Cat from a remote nation called Toyama. He is the second playable character in the DEFVERSE cosmos.

Jikuru is a commoner in Toyama who works diligently to earn a living. His kindness and perseverance earned him the respect and admiration of the citizens of Toyama. He strives to be an upright ninja for his wife Aiya and two sons, Hanzo and Hattori. No matter how tired he may become, just the thought of his family would erase it all. With his deep love for his family, it would be the final force for him to open the different gates of Neko Sekai, a world bounded by crimes and sins. Once entered, there's no telling of anyone getting out unscathed and alive. Regardless of his good intentions, harming anyone is a choice and still unacceptable.

Little do they know, behind his kind and smiling demeanor hides a dark, cold secret that no one should ever know. When everyone was sound asleep in the middle of the night, he would sneak out of town for his 'private' mission—moving swiftly into the wind with every life taken by his hands. He became infamous in the underworld instantly after the murder of the former first prince of the Fairy Kingdom. He is one call away in exchange for money and will do his job without question. His two opposite personalities will either lead to a miserable or lucky conclusion. Yet, as they say, 'No secrets are left in the dark.' Sooner or later, the secrets he tries so hard to hide will somehow, or another, be revealed.

THE NINJAS OF TOYAMA

Since Toyama has been a remote island in Neko Sekai, foreign islands could only enter the ports. With guards at each end, it protected the nation for hundreds of years. Having the neighboring land of Khover, both had decided to create a treaty that could benefit their lands and people; the barter policy is an alliance that serves as their protection and trading system. The riches of Khover and the mass production of weaponry of Toyama make up each nation's necessities. They trade their supplies and services through boats and ships. Per mercenary has its seal of recognition which permits them to enter and leave each nation.

Ninja cats are well-known for their stealth and skills in martial arts; even crafting weapons is also their forte. Their speed and perceptive thinking make up for the lack of magic and armor. Although they may seem cunning at first, they can be trusted for your safety and security. These have been their way of living since their ancestors first set foot on the island where their nation began. Their ancestors left them Elmere scrolls containing the secret of limitless power through martial arts when mastered. Still, only the high-skilled ninja cat can attain the said scroll since learning it can be dangerous. The current master of Toyoma would select his next successor and closely train them every year. The training ground is hidden from the public since their art of fighting cannot be leaked.

One day, the master chose one particular ninja cat named Jikuru from a village north of their nation. Despite his social status, the people greatly admired him; with his family to feed, Jikuru accepted the offer. Their master strictly instructed him to learn the scroll's secret; he was forbidden to stop even if weary and hungry. It was now his responsibility to guide and protect the citizens away from danger. Pressured to please everyone, he forgot what he was fighting for along the way. Regardless of how much blood may be taken by his hands, his blinded heart continued into a dark path. No matter how pure his intentions were, a mistake cannot be corrected by another mistake.

JIKURU'S FAMILY

Jikuru is a loving and selfless paternal figure in the nation of Toyama. He does everything to provide for his small and humble family. He even sent his children to their nation's most prestigious ninja school. He could finally provide the life he dreamed of for his family now with his sacrifices and efforts. He will never regret his choices if it takes his family to have a better life. He could finally provide the life he dreamed of for his family now with his sacrifices and efforts. His wife, Aiya, felt delighted and grateful for her husband's responsible personality. On the other hand, Aiya is a dedicated housewife that cooks delicious food for her family. No wonder their children are so chubby and healthy!

THE BLOODLUST OF THE DECEIVED

Jikuru's luck begins to sink as he loses his jobs one after another, leaving them in the roots of debts. Everything went downhill when his son, Hanzo, became sick, but he had no money to offer for payment. He became hopeless and was on the verge of giving up. Still, suddenly a mysterious figure appeared from the darkness and called himself the ruler of the underworld, tempting him with something he desperately wouldn't be able to refuse. In exchange for the large sum of money, he will be part of a dangerous group of assassins in their nation.

He did what he was told; killed anyone as ordered. He was considered one of the best, thinking he was just a beginner in the field of assassination. With a heavy heart, Jikuru continued this job to earn more money to provide for his family. Still, he was proud to have the most outstanding achievement yet by assassinating the first prince of the Fairy Kingdom. He started to lose his conscience after another, killing anyone without remorse in his heart. However, in the fullness of time, karma will be the one to punish him for every life he has taken.