Locations
Map
Crossroads
Residential Areas | Tournament Areas | Shrines | Tourist Spots | Other |
Phoenix Coast | Cross Colosseum | Fox Pagoda | Dragon's Post | Tiger's Fields |
Aristocrat District + Crossguard Lookout | Kit'Inn | Oni Shrine & Springs | Ume Bay | Shifting Meadow |
Tortoise Village | Business District | Sacred Forest | Zo River | |
Fox Den | Mt. Mei |
Judge NPC-run locations
- The Hourglass, by Cain
- The Fox Den, by Saki
- The Iron Claw, a smithy, by Nephro
Marked Locations
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Tournament Areas
The main tournament locations in Crossroads.
Cross Colosseum
-- Unknown
Here it is, Cross Colosseum! The place where lives can change in an instant! This round, open-air stadium hosts several entrances encircling the entire structure, for the ease of those spectating. There are four main seating areas (representing the colors of the four gates-- blue dragon, black turtle, white tiger, and red phoenix), as well as private viewing booths for the wealthier audience members. The God Eater has her own balcony to overlook her beloved tournament, front and center! HistoryThis is where the big show happens--the heart of Crossroads. Miss X and the God Eater host the biggest event of the year! Here, competitors fight to advance to the wish of their dreams.
Miss X loves to rile up the crowds the best that she can--using the large screens that adorn the arena's periphery, she shows off a close-up view of the action. While watching the festivities and fights, audience members snack on commemorative beverages and foods, or shop at the highly stocked souvenir shop. Get yourself a God Eater plushie while you watch! With Tenki's abilities, the Colosseum can become an Ocean, a Desert, a bustling city... even your own mother's house.
In the off-season, or non-fight days, Miss X loves to take over the Colosseum to host one of her many concerts. |
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Kit'Inn
--Unknown
After a long day of fighting, training, and exploring Crossroads, finally it's time to crash on the softest bed in the realm. Pillows are always cool here at the Kit'Inn, and the bathrooms are always stocked with those little tiny shampoo bottles that everyone loves. Though... there always seems to be chatter, well into the night... HistoryA quaint little Inn where fighters can sleep off their long days and recharge in quiet! The rooms have full amenities--bathrooms, mini fridges, kitchenettes, laundry & drying units-- it's the dream. Rumors have circulated about the possible 'haunting', but any ghosts have yet to be actually seen. Rather, voices and movements are often heard, as if someone in another world is in your room...
The lobby is host to a delicious (and complimentary) coffee bar and lounge! Sit down, have a chat, get ready for the day--you might even see Miss X stop by to check in on her beloved fighters! |
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Business District
-- Unknown
The smell of delicious, freshly made food wafts through the air as you peruse a stall for knockoff Miss X plushies with strange-looking faces. The streets are cramped, the buildings are close together, and everything comes to life at night here. HistoryDuring the day, the Business District is not much to look at. This district is a unique blend of historical and modern architecture. Small apartments line the upper floors of buildings, while locally owned shops line the streets. Bakeries, clothing stores, flower shops, cafes, you name it, this district is probably selling it. At night, however, when the brightly lit signs are switched on, is when the fun comes out.
Food vendors set up their stalls and sell food from all different realms. Scalpers in oversized coats sell equally overpriced tickets to the Colosseum, hoping no Crossguards catch their shady business. |
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Fox Den
-- Unknown
A contemporary bar where competitors past and present, winners and losers, gather around to share thrilling stories and a laugh or two. The atmosphere provides a social respite from the crowds of the stadium, a place where one could sit and drink on their own, or join a group of friends, new or old. HistoryRun by bartender Saki, the Fox Den is a gathering place for those all over Crossroads. A tourist destination and a local hangout, all at once! Guests can peruse the endless cocktail menu, but be warned, Saki won't serve alcohol to those underage. That's what her endless mocktail menu is for!
Serving as either a patron or a barmaid (often both at once), the Fox Den is Chiifu's usual haunt. She's the resident drunk, feel free to chat with her late into the night! Just be warned, after one too many drinks she starts talking about some pretty peculiar things. |
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Shrines
The main sacred locations in Crossroads.
Fox Pagoda
-- Unknown
Behind the Colosseum, you would think the roars of the crowd would intrude on this sacred space. Yet, for some reason, the voices of the masses cannot be heard here, only the wind rustling the many chimes hanging from the eaves and from the trees... This is a place of worship, not of revelry. Residents, Crossguards, even Miss X herself visit this place to pay their respects. HistoryA small saisen made of pine sits in front of the shrine's altar. On the path up to the pagoda, and to the left and right of the main entrance are large, stone-carved kitsune statues. They guard those making their way to the shrine, as well as the shrine itself. The altar is adorned with offerings from townsfolk and crossguards--usually small amounts of money, handmade fox dolls, and bottles of alcohol.
A common offering from children and adults alike is one of the many windchimes suspended in the eaves and trees--the paper hanging from them containing well wishes. Each chime represents a prayer, a wish, or a token of gratitude offered to The God Eater. The soft tinkling of the chimes creates an ethereal soundscape, a gentle reminder of the deity's benevolent presence. It is rumored the chimes are the God Eater's favorite sound! Visitors often pray to the God Eater herself in times of need, or at the beginning of a new year. The shrine dedicated to The God Eater is not just a place of worship; it is a living testament to the deep bond between the people of Crossroads and the divine protector who watches over them.
Locals say that the God Eater spends her days on the very top floor of the pagoda--accessible only to the very few lucky visitors to her shrine. She's fickle, though, and a glimpse of her is few and far between. Even some of the oldest residents of Crossroads have never seen her. Want to test your luck? |
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Oni Shrine
-- Unknown
Tired after a long day of fighting in the colosseum? Bathe in the hot spring! Legs hurt from training to beat your next opponent? Bathe in the hot spring. Sore after running after Miss X for an autograph? Bathe in the hot spring. The springs at Oni Shrine heal all, take Tenki's word for it. HistoryHot water, falling snow... the mix of frigid air and steaming water does the body good. But wait--why is it only snowing here? Well, thank Tenki for that! As one of his favorite places in Crossroads to lounge (and nap, sprawl, unwind, laze about, doze...), the weather dragon blessed this shrine with perfect snowfall, year round!
So unwind, and let all the tension in your muscles melt away as you luxuriate in the steaming water--just watch your step, you might step on a certain dragon's tail.
There has been a strange rumor swirling around here... supposedly, several visitors have been overcome with the vision of a purple-haired man standing beside them, whispering in their ears... these visitors have apparently lashed out at other bathers, in a fit of rage. But that's just a rumor, after all! |
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Sacred Forest
-- Unknown
It seems to be permanently evening within this eerie forest... Perhaps it's the thickly grown trees-- their branches and leaves intertwined above so densely that every mote of light is blocked out. Locals stay far away from this woodland, taking the surrounding paths on their way to the Oni Shrine or Fox Pagoda. Signs of warning are posted about, yet inevitably visitors ignore them... some make it out with fantastic stories of speaking with wisp-like spirits, and others are never seen again. HistoryAn area avoided by all who inhabit Crossroads, except for the unwise. A strange breeze blows through Sacred Forest, and there seem to be eyes watching from all around--hungry and curious. Multicolored spirits, wisp-like in shape, float aimlessly through the trees. Some are silent, some wail in sorrow, and others tell travelers of the life they lived. These wisps, however, are not the only things to wander these woods. The remains of a once-great demonic army, covered head to toe in grotesque eyes, stalk these grounds. They go after the spirits for snacks, but these demonic beats prefer a fresh meal. After one too many visitors had gone missing, locals posted up signs around the forest, warning of the dangers within. It's up to you, however, to heed them. |
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Mt. Mei
-- Unknown
After an arduous hike up the side of Mt. Mei, the view is spectacular. The view is Crossroads is hazy, the air is crisp, and the pale sky above gives everything an otherworldly atmosphere. The breeze blows endlessly, giving hikers a refreshing chill, and no wildlife can be heard. HistoryIt takes a dedicated soul to climb to the peak of Mt. Mei, but all who have claim that the view is worth it! Breathtaking, panoramic scenery, crisp mountain air... Oh, and the ghost girl, of course. No one is sure if she's just a rumor, an elaborate prank, or a result of the thin air and exhaustion experienced by hikers. Regardless, all who scale Mt. Mei return with stories of a pale, spirit girl who will chat shyly with hikers until they take their leave. Pale blue hair, wispy purple dress... she seems to have good intentions. Rumor has it that the God Eater regards her as a close friend. |
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Residential Areas
The main residential locations in Crossroads.
Phoenix Coast
-- Unknown One of Phoenix Coast's most alluring aspects is its contrasting natural views. To the east, the majestic mountains rise dramatically, and the main streets of Crossroads. To the west, the expansive port with its bustling docks and, shimmering waters offers a gateway to the sea, which stretches endlessly into the distance... the further you look out, the stranger the clouds look out there... HistoryPhoenix Coast hosts a lively city setting within the traditional architecture of Crossroads. Residents of this area have access to more electricity than most within the land, and tend to flaunt this luxury. It may not be the most wealthy district in the area, but it definitely is the most modern (especially to visitors from afar). If you miss the city life, air conditioning, and neon lights, Phoenix Coast is the place for you. |
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Aristocrat District
-- Unknown
Cobblestone streets are lined with electric-powered lamps here, glowing warmly in the evening air. Elegant townhouses with wrought-iron gates are homes to local community leaders, wealthy merchants, and even past Tournament winners. At each of the cardinal directions stand tall watchtowers, occupied by the God Eater's ever-vigilant Crossguards. These affluent streets are a simple convergence of aristocratic elegance and local responsibility. HistoryBeing residential, this District is not often frequented by tourists. However, that does not mean there's nothing to do here! Several elegant restaurants and cafes are nestled within the district's gardens. The gardens are surprisingly expansive, comprising an assortment of odd flowers. Swimming lazily within the garden's pond is a trio of gigantic koi fish--black, gold, and orange, these fish are bigger than the average human. Beloved by all in the district, they are fed and cared for by the community, like big group pets! The Koi are known as Kinka, Taji, and Haruki--and they don't eat typical pellets! Toss them a few golden coins, a valuable watch, a beloved necklace... maybe a stroke of good luck will be in your future!
There may even be a few past winners residing within this District. Not everyone's wishes are extravagant--some just wish for a peaceful family life. |
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Tortoise Village
A quiet community tucked away in the hills of Mt. Mei. Tortoise village is lush with vegetation year-round, enjoying a temperate environment. In the spring, the village is a kaleidoscope of floral colors grown by local families. The mountainous location boasts breathtaking views of Crossroads, and holds plenty of hot springs for visitors to relax in. Tenki often finds himself spending days on end lounging in local springs here--giving the village good weather in return, of course. HistoryMany of Crossroads' iconic Crossguards spent their childhoods growing up here, getting lost in the deep forests and playing in one of the many cool streams. It's a very close-knit community that enjoys a quiet life--that is, until a tournament is run. Many inhabitants of the village travel to watch the fighting, and outcomes are often the talk of the town. |
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Tourist Spots
The main tourist locations in Crossroads.
Dragon's Post
-- Unknown
This resort town is a perfect place to bring your loved ones for a vacation. It boasts a selection of scenic heights, ample stargazing, a luxurious spa, and swimming-- even weary competitors might spend a long weekend here! HistoryNestled behind the foothills of Mt. Mei, Dragon's Post is a cozy resort town beloved by Crossroad's wealthy community. Those who live here year-round are farmers, as well as engineers running the city's electricity-generating windmills. For visitors, however, this lakeside town is a dream vacation. The sky is clear, there are boats for rent, and the waters of the lake are always a comfortable swimming temperature! |
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Ume Bay
-- Unknown
Nestled along the sandy Crossroads coastline, hidden from the typical notions of time and space, sits Ume Bay. This picturesque haven is strange, even by Crossroads' standards. A place where day and night converge in peculiar harmony. Here, the boundaries between sunrise and sunset seem to blur, offering lovers and wanderers a unique experience of endlessly extended twilight. HistoryUme Bay is a place known for its transformative pastel skies, pale pinks, soft purples, and muted blues. The sun hangs, suspended, on the edge of the horizon. The beach is dyed in its soft colors, and as the sun finally dips below the ocean, it rises again soon after in the colors of dawn. Long shadows are dragged out along the bay as this cycle plays out in suspended time.
Due to its seclusion and its blurred sense of time, Ume Bay is a favorite spot for couples to convene. Watch out that you're not interrupting anyone if you decide to take a stroll here. |
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Yes, one of the hosts is a large fan of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess-- how could you guess?
Other Major Locations
The other major locations in Crossroads.
Tiger's Fields
-- Unknown
Well... it's farmland! All of Crossroads' food is grown and raised here, then shipped all over. The locals are sweet, and despite their isolated location, even they keep up-to-date with the Tournaments! HistoryIf you want to see some cows, sheep, chickens, and... whatever that animal is over there, Tiger's Fields is your place to visit. Chat with some salt-of-the-Earth locals, eat the best blueberry pie you've ever had, and buy a hand-knit sweater!
This far out into the country, it's easy to hide out. Looking for a new identity? Need to reinvent your life? This here's the place for you! Farmers are always looking to take on new stablehands and milkmaids. |
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Shifting Meadow
-- Unknown
The strange meadow is a mystical and enigmatic place, existing in a state of complete ambiguity. As travelers pass through its grassy expanse, they become subject to its whims, which may either gift or take away time. It is a place where the passage of time is profoundly altered--almost as if the meadow has a mind of its own, toying with those that pass over it. If you're in a rush, avoid this place at all costs. HistoryAnyone who has lived in Crossroads for more than a few years knows that Shifting meadow is not a place you want to pass through while traveling. It may be a fun (at first) tourist attraction, but quickly transforms into a nuisance once you're stuck in it for hours at a time. It's said even the God Eater herself avoids this meadow, unable to tame its whims.
For the few who do dare to venture into the meadow, the experience is both captivating and unnerving. If you're lucky, the expanse passes in a blur beside you in just a few steps. But for the unlucky (and often, those on a time crunch), each step drags through space at a snail's pace and ends up with a search party waiting at the other end. For the extremely unlucky, the Meadow may choose to swallow you whole, trapping you in an eternity of unending wandering. |
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Zo River
-- Unknown
Don't be deceived, the waters in this river are faster and deeper than you'd expect. Placid water and gentle rapids overlie a fierce undercurrent that pulls those who fall deep into an underground cave system. Rescue attempts are typically too dangerous to attempt... swim at your own risk. HistoryBeautiful and dangerous, Zo River is a scenic location visited by few. Lush flora and a thriving ecological location belie a savage river current. The crystal clear water seems to show a shallow river-- yet is truly an endlessly deep trench. The underworld of Crossroads, a twisting and turning series of underwater caves, is not a place you want to be stuck in if you don't have gills. |
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Minor Locations
Individual businesses & more, created by competitors and spectators.
The Hourglass
Cain's shop of mystic wares-- and where he provides his psychic services-- is called The Hourglass. It is a small hole-in-the-wall located deep within The Business District.
With a large catalog of inventory coming from a wide array of ethical sources, he has quite a lot to offer. Whether or not everything in his stock actually works as intended (or at all), however, is a bit of a mystery; most of the time, the only way to find out the efficacy of an item from The Hourglass is to purchase and try it.
As for the offered psychic services, most are walk-in welcome-- with the hard exception of Mediumship.
✦ Items For Purchase:
The Hourglass inventory that your OCs can procure:
- Health & Healing Items
- Potions of healing, antidotes for toxins/poisons, elixirs of magic/power regen, powders of revival, medicines & herbs for most major ailments/status conditions, etc
- Most popular items
- 100% genuine and effective
- Potions of healing, antidotes for toxins/poisons, elixirs of magic/power regen, powders of revival, medicines & herbs for most major ailments/status conditions, etc
- Luck Charms
- Both good luck [bless] & bad luck [curse]
- Efficacy uncertain, highly subjective
- Both good luck [bless] & bad luck [curse]
- Crystals & Gems
- For focus, spellcasting, positive/negative vibes, aura control, decoration, etc
- Authenticity and effectiveness are based on type and goal
- For focus, spellcasting, positive/negative vibes, aura control, decoration, etc
- Buffing & Debuffing Items
- Come in various forms, including but not limited to: rings, bracers, sigils/charms, jewelry, food/candy, clothing, powders, crystals/gems, etc
- 75% reliability
- Come in various forms, including but not limited to: rings, bracers, sigils/charms, jewelry, food/candy, clothing, powders, crystals/gems, etc
- Books, Scrolls, & Tomes
- Vast and varied selection, including but not limited to: countless types of spells, ancient & modern information on a wide variety of creatures/lore/myths/legends, various magic & magic-adjacent research, etc
- Arguably all genuine, but vary wildly in accuracy or efficiency
- Vast and varied selection, including but not limited to: countless types of spells, ancient & modern information on a wide variety of creatures/lore/myths/legends, various magic & magic-adjacent research, etc
- Trinkets & Curios
- Wide selection of [presumably] non-magic items simply for enjoyment, such as novelties, knickknacks, souvenirs, ornaments, collectables, & curiosities
- These sure are roadside attraction paraphernalia-esque
- Wide selection of [presumably] non-magic items simply for enjoyment, such as novelties, knickknacks, souvenirs, ornaments, collectables, & curiosities
- Divination Tools
- For fortune-telling purposes: tarot decks, non-tarot cards, dowsing rods, dice, runes, pendulums, spirit boards, crystal balls, scrying mirrors, etc
- Effectiveness is said to depend entirely on divination skills and methods
- For fortune-telling purposes: tarot decks, non-tarot cards, dowsing rods, dice, runes, pendulums, spirit boards, crystal balls, scrying mirrors, etc
- Ritual Tools
- Altar dishes/bowls, chalices, pentacles, patens, swords & daggers, other blades, inks & quills, wax, wands, etc
- Results may vary [wildly]
- Altar dishes/bowls, chalices, pentacles, patens, swords & daggers, other blades, inks & quills, wax, wands, etc
- Candles & Incense
- Burning options for a wide array of intentions, including but not limited to: healing, love, fertility, protection, enlightenment, money, luck, etc
- 100% real; ???% success rate
- Burning options for a wide array of intentions, including but not limited to: healing, love, fertility, protection, enlightenment, money, luck, etc
- Art & Statuary
- Originating from countless different cultures and worlds, a vast selection of magical arts, statues, stained glass, décor, etc
- Authenticity not guaranteed
- Originating from countless different cultures and worlds, a vast selection of magical arts, statues, stained glass, décor, etc
- Summon & Familiar Accessories
- Items for summoning specific entities from a large catalog of available choices
- Results WILL vary; The Hourglass is not liable for any damage (collateral, property, physical, or psychic) caused by summons
- Accessories for familiars, including but not limited to: clothes, armor, name tags, cute jewelry, etc
- Any accessories destroyed by unsatisfied familiars will not be refunded
- Items for summoning specific entities from a large catalog of available choices
- SECRET ITEM: Information
- Need specific information from around Crossroads? Want to know the current rumors surrounding something or someone? Desperate for intel on your next opponent? If you are aware this secret offer exists, you may be able to order it from Cain
- If what you are wanting to discover is already available knowledge to Cain, it can be discreetly purchased off of him under the table
- Cain can also be covertly hired to acquire the desired information, using his observational skills and social adroitness, then report back to you
- Not all requests will be accepted; will depend heavily on many factors, including but not limited to: reason, importance, difficulty, and potential dangers involved for Cain himself
✦ Psychic Services:
Psychic services your OCs may hire Cain for:
- Cartomancy (Tarot Reading)
- The art of fortune-telling and divination through the use of cards
- Probably the most popular psychic service he offers, cartomancy-- or more specifically: tarot reading-- is a means by which Cain may foretell a client's future by using a deck of cards. His preferred method is via tarot cards, but he is also able to utilize typical playing cards to the same degree. His tool of choice is a well-used tarot deck that seems very sentimental to him. Cain offers several different types of spreads based on what area of your life you might be aiming to focus on: love, success, spiritual, career, or any other manner of specific request
- Available via appointment and walk-in
- Clairsentience
- The power to perceive emotional or psychic energy that is imperceptible to the five standard senses
- Similar to clairvoyance, Cain offers the ability to discern various types of information through use of his extrasensory perception-- the key difference being that he receives the information via psychic feelings rather than psychic visions. He can't always guarantee what exactly he will sense as this power can yield a vast array of results and depends heavily on many different variables, but he can attempt to hone in on specific subjects of interest. The psychic feelings can also manifest themselves in three completely different ways: precognition (pertaining to the future), retrocognition (pertaining to the past), and pericognition (pertaining to the current moment)
- Available via appointment and walk-in
- Palmistry (Palm Reading)
- The reading of character and divination by interpretation of lines and undulations on the palm of the hand
- Another popular psychic service, through palmistry Cain can read a client's palm (or equivalent thereof) to glean attributes of their character, personality, and experiences. He can also read their future, which is the more common request, particularly with the focus on personal relationships
- Available via appointment and walk-in
- Psychometry
- The ability to discern facts or impressions about an object (or its owner) through physical contact
- With psychometry, a client can bring an object to Cain (or bring Cain to an object) that he can then touch and tap into images or visions that will appear in his mind corresponding to the life of the subject that the object is associated with. Cain will require time with the object to better solidify the visions as they typically appear slowly and with incomprehensible definition; over time (which varies), he is able to bring the visions into focus and make more sense of the information presented in them. Very rarely can he instantly glean clear visuals and information from the initial touch
- Available via appointment and walk-in
- Mediumship (Séance)
- The practice of mediating communication between familiar spirits or spirits of the dead and the living
- Via what is commonly known as a séance, Cain offers clients the opportunity to communicate with the deceased through the use of himself as a medium. This psychic service costs the most and is often the most demanding of him-- but it is also the only service that tends to yield paranormal occurrences perceivable to the naked eye. Séances have very specific time, place, and ritualistic demands of Cain, and thus can ONLY be via appointment. Unlike any of his other psychic services, hiring Cain's mediumship requires scheduling ahead of time and the addition of at least one preliminary meeting with the client prior, in order to allow Cain to properly prepare for a connection with the correct spirit
- Available via appointment ONLY