Akemi’s servants

Overview

Background

The party members are associated with the Wizardry Institute, either as employees or individuals who owe a significant favor. They work under Akemi, a charismatic and enigmatic woman with golden hair and golden eyes. Akemi is known for her beauty and charm, but as the campaign progresses, her mysterious and unsettling nature becomes more apparent.

Mission Structure

The missions begin with straightforward tasks but gradually evolve into complex investigations involving cosmic horrors beyond understanding. Here are a few key missions:

The Missing Lighthouse Keepers
- Objective: Discover the fate of a group of lighthouse keepers who have mysteriously disappeared.
Rescue in the Underwater City
- Objective: Rescue a crew of wizards trapped in an underwater city located in the deepest part of the ocean.

Akemi’s Presence

Throughout the missions, the party encounters paintings or statues depicting Akemi in the background, always observing them with a faint smile. As they notice these recurring images, they realize the unsettling truth about her:

Akemi’s eyes glow faintly, and she always appears to be one step ahead, knowing details no one else should.
She never shows any other expression or emotion beyond a neutral look or faint smile.
Akemi never blinks, sleeps, eats, drinks, or ages.

Scary scenes with Akemi

Here are some eerie and unsettling scenes involving Akemi, designed to create a sense of omnipresence and hopelessness:

Unblinking Eyes in Paintings
- While exploring, the party finds an old painting. Initially, it seems ordinary, but as they examine it, they notice Akemi faintly painted in the background. Her eyes are unblinking and seem to follow them wherever they move.
Ancient Cave Paintings
- The party discovers ancient cave paintings depicting scenes of suffering. Among the figures, they see Akemi, pointing directly at the suffering people or at the characters themselves, her golden eyes eerily clear even in the primitive artwork.
Mirrors Watching Them
- When the characters glance at mirrors peripherally, they see Akemi’s reflection instead of their own. Her eyes are always fixed on them, giving the impression that she is constantly watching.
Nighttime Visitation
- One night, a character wakes up and sees the half-open door of their room. Akemi’s figure stands there, her golden eyes staring directly at them. Before they can react, the door slowly closes on its own.
Mirror Deception
- The characters find a mirror that shows Akemi standing behind them when they look into it. When they turn around, no one is there. Looking back at the mirror, they see their own reflection, but with Akemi’s golden eyes.
Animal Followers
- Wherever the characters go, they notice that rats and crows seem to follow them. These animals act unusually friendly, almost as if they are under Akemi’s influence.
Enemies’ Sudden Deaths
- Some of the characters’ enemies suddenly drop dead in their presence, their eyes rolling back into their heads. The characters hear Akemi’s faint laughter, whispered on the wind.
Cryptic Messages
- The party frequently finds cryptic messages written in Akemi’s distinctive handwriting. These messages appear in random places, such as on walls, in books, or even on their own belongings, always hinting that she knows more than she should.
Distorted Reflections
- Occasionally, when the characters look into mirrors, they see Akemi’s reflection instead of their own for a few seconds. This unsettling phenomenon leaves them questioning reality.
Mimicked Eyes and Speech
- The characters encounter someone who has the same golden eyes as Akemi and speaks in a similar, composed, and polite manner. This person’s behavior is eerily reminiscent of Akemi, leaving the characters feeling unnerved.
Golden Strands of Hair
- Upon waking up, the characters sometimes find golden strands of hair around their room. The hair is unmistakably Akemi’s, suggesting she was there while they slept.
Painful Moaning in Akemi’s Place

When resting at Akemi’s place or areas under her jurisdiction, the characters hear painful moaning emanating from seemingly empty spaces or specific points in the room. Some believe attacking the source will help, but doing so only makes the moans louder and more agonizing before they finally disappear.

Mangled Attackers

The group learns that Akemi’s place was attacked, with many people injured. However, Akemi and a few others emerge unharmed. When questioned, Akemi calmly states she wasn’t attacked. The bodies of the attackers are found horribly mangled, with no clear explanation for their fate.

Shadowy Figures

The characters occasionally see shadowy figures that resemble Akemi flitting just out of sight. These figures are never there when they turn to look directly, but their presence is unsettlingly felt.

Whispers in the Wind

When the characters are alone, they hear whispers in Akemi’s voice, offering cryptic advice or warnings. The whispers seem to come from nowhere and are often accompanied by a chilling breeze.

Unnatural Weather

As the characters approach a location associated with Akemi, the weather suddenly changes. A clear day turns into a sudden storm or thick fog, with Akemi’s face briefly visible in the clouds or mist.

Sudden Visions

One or more characters experience sudden, vivid visions of Akemi. These visions show her in various states, such as calmly watching them, performing arcane rituals, or surrounded by suffering souls.

Familiar Stranger

The characters encounter a stranger who behaves exactly like Akemi, with the same mannerisms and voice. This person claims to have never heard of Akemi, leaving the party confused and on edge.

Unseen Forces

Objects around the characters move on their own. Doors slam shut, books fall from shelves, and candles extinguish without explanation. These disturbances often happen when Akemi is mentioned or thought about.

Uncanny Predictions

Akemi makes eerily accurate predictions about the characters’ futures. These predictions are always calm and polite but leave the characters feeling unnerved by her apparent knowledge of their personal lives.

Strange Shadows
- When the characters cast shadows, they sometimes see Akemi’s silhouette instead of their own. This phenomenon is fleeting, but deeply unsettling.
Unnatural Calm
- In times of extreme danger or stress, the characters hear Akemi’s calm voice in their heads, soothing them. This presence is both comforting and disturbing, as it reinforces her omnipresence.
Mirror Doppelgängers
- In reflective surfaces, the characters occasionally see themselves as Akemi, mimicking their actions perfectly. This distortion disappears when they look away, leaving them questioning their sanity.

Akemi Quotes

“You mustn’t worry about what you cannot understand. Some things are meant to remain hidden.”
“Why do you fear what you do not know? Embrace the unknown; it is far more honest than the lies we tell ourselves.”
“It’s fascinating how fragile the mind can be. A single whisper can unravel even the strongest resolve.”
“You are exactly where you are meant to be. Everything is unfolding as it should.”
“I see so much potential in you, potential that even you cannot fathom yet.”
“Pain is but a passage to enlightenment. Do not resist it.”
“Some truths are too heavy for mortal minds. Let me carry that burden for you.”
“Do you ever wonder what watches you when you sleep? I could tell you, but would you want to know?”
“Your fate is already sealed, yet you walk this path unaware of the threads binding you.”
“You think you know fear, but true fear is realizing how little control you truly have.”
“It’s so charming how you cling to hope. It makes the inevitable so much more… poignant.”
“Do not struggle. It only makes your suffering more exquisite.”
“Everything you cherish can vanish in an instant. Treasure it while you can.”
“I am always here, just beyond your perception, watching, guiding.”
“The truth is often a bitter poison, but it cleanses the soul.”
“Even in the darkest shadows, I see you. And I understand you more than you know.”
“Do you really think you can escape your destiny? It’s already written in the stars.”
“Your secrets are safe with me. After all, I already know them.”
“Every step you take brings you closer to me. Isn’t that comforting?”
“You are never truly alone. I am with you, in every breath you take.”
“I only want what’s best for you. Trust me, I know what you need.”
“You are safe here with me. Nothing can harm you while I’m watching over you.”
“Don’t worry, everything will be fine. I’ve already taken care of it.”
“You look tired. Rest now, I’ll make sure nothing disturbs you.”
“I’m always here if you need to talk. There’s nothing you can’t tell me.”
“You don’t have to be afraid. I will always protect you.”
“Let me guide you through this. You don’t have to face it alone.”
“I can ease your pain. Just let go and trust me.”
“You are stronger than you think. I can help you realize your true potential.”
“It’s okay to be vulnerable. I will never judge you.”
“You don’t need to carry this burden alone. Allow me to help you.”
“I understand you better than anyone else ever could. Lean on me.”
“You’re like family to me. I would never let anything bad happen to you.”
“In your darkest moments, remember that I am here, always.”
“You don’t need to worry about the future. I’ve seen it, and it’s beautiful.”
“You can always count on me. I will never abandon you.”
“Close your eyes and relax. I’ll be here, watching over you.”
“Everything happens for a reason. Trust that I know what’s best for you.”
“Sometimes, the most loving thing we can do is accept what we cannot change.”
“Let me be your light in the darkness. I will never lead you astray.”
“Hahahahaha… I honestly thought you all would break a little sooner, but you keep surprising me. I thought you’d be destroyed, brought to the brink of giving into death. But you are here, despite everything. I imagine you must think i’m cruel, but I assure you, you are far worse, making me wait so much. Oh how I want to curse you until you are withered away, you little unfair, ungrateful, and disgusting creatures. Curse you for rotting so beautifully, in your devilish heart. But I need you, that little broken hearts will be the key to my plans. So, I will keep you alive, I’ll make sure you can’t die, i’ll kill everything that tries. I’ll make sure you keep suffering until my image is the last thing in your heart. If you run away i will follow you, if you fall in love and start a family i will make sure they dont live long, and when you are alone, when you are broken, when you are nothing, I will be there, and i will devour you, and savour your sorrow-seasoned meat. Then i’ll be able to continue my plans”
Hahahahaha… Sinceramente, pensei que vocês cederiam um pouco mais cedo, mas continuam me surpreendendo. Achei que vocês seriam destruídos, levados ao limite de ceder à morte. Mas aqui estão vocês, apesar de tudo. Imagino que devem achar que sou cruel, mas garanto que vocês são muito piores, me fazendo esperar tanto. Ah, como eu desejo amaldiçoá-los até que se desfaçam, essas criaturas injustas, ingratas e repugnantes. Maldições para vocês por apodrecerem tão lindamente, com seus corações demoníacos. Mas eu preciso de vocês, esses pequenos corações quebrados serão a chave para meus planos. Então, eu os manterei vivos, farei com que não possam morrer, matarei tudo que tentar. Vou garantir que vocês continuem sofrendo até que minha imagem seja a última coisa em seus corações. Se fugirem, eu os seguirei; se se apaixonarem e começarem uma família, farei com que eles não vivam muito; e quando vocês estiverem sozinhos, quando estiverem quebrados, quando não forem nada, estarei lá, e os devorarei, saboreando sua carne temperada com tristeza. Então poderei continuar com meus planos.****

Scary details about Akemi

Unchanging Expression
- No matter the situation, Akemi’s expression remains serene and calm. Whether in moments of joy, anger, or danger, her face never shows more than a peaceful calmness, which becomes increasingly unsettling.
Infallible Tracking
- Akemi always seems to know where the characters are, even when they take great pains to conceal their location. She finds them with ease, as if she has an unerring sense of their presence.
Immutable Tone
- Her voice never changes in pitch or tone, regardless of the context. It remains soft, composed, and polite, which can be unnerving in situations where a normal person would express strong emotions.
Mirroring Gestures
- When speaking with the characters, she sometimes mimics their gestures and expressions in a way that feels unnatural and deliberate, as if she’s studying them intently.
Perfect Appearance
- Her appearance is always immaculate. Her clothes never seem to wrinkle or stain, and her hair remains perfectly in place, even after strenuous activities or chaotic events.
Unseen Arrival
- Akemi often appears without warning or sound, even in places where the characters are sure she couldn’t have entered unnoticed. One moment she isn’t there, and the next she’s standing quietly in the room.
Constant Calm
- In moments of crisis, Akemi’s calm demeanor stands in stark contrast to the chaos around her. While others panic or react, she remains eerily composed, as if she’s already seen how everything will play out.
Unnatural Stillness
- When she stands or sits, she does so with an unnatural stillness. She rarely blinks, and her movements are slow and deliberate, adding to the unsettling aura she projects.
Knowledge of Secrets
- Akemi occasionally reveals knowledge of the characters’ personal secrets and past events that they have never shared with anyone. She offers this information in a matter-of-fact way, increasing the sense of her omnipresence.
Subtle Shadows
- In dim light, her shadow seems to move slightly out of sync with her movements. It may stretch or twist in ways that don’t match her actions, hinting at something otherworldly about her.
Whispers in Silence
- When the room falls silent, characters might hear faint whispers that sound like Akemi’s voice, speaking in a language they can’t understand. These whispers stop abruptly when she speaks aloud.
Unblinking Eyes
- Her eyes seem to blink far less frequently than normal, often remaining open for unnervingly long periods. When she does blink, it’s slow and deliberate, adding to her otherworldly presence.
Lingering Perfume
- The subtle scent of her perfume lingers long after she leaves a room, even in places she shouldn’t have been. This scent becomes a signature of her presence, haunting the characters wherever they go.
Unheard Footsteps
- Akemi moves without making a sound. Her footsteps are silent on any surface, adding to the unsettling feeling when she suddenly appears beside or behind the characters.
Golden Glimmer
- In certain lighting, her golden hair and eyes seem to glimmer faintly, almost as if they are reflecting light from an unseen source. This subtle glow is often noticed just at the edge of the characters’ vision.

Origin and Nature of Akemi

Origin: Akemi originated from an otherworldly image representing a concept that defies human comprehension, described as “A pain beyond understanding and sins beyond description.” This image, whether a carving on stone, a painting on a wall, a drawing on paper, or even a reflection in a mirror, embodies an idea that should not exist.

One day, a random commoner stumbled upon this image. Upon seeing it, the commoner experienced a strange sensation. Over days, this sensation grew until Akemi awakened, reshaping the commoner’s body and mind. Thus, Akemi, a being not born but created by the image, came into existence.

Nature: Akemi is the physical manifestation of the concept depicted by the image. She is not bound by the limitations of a human being and exhibits an unnerving calmness and control. Her golden eyes are a mark of her true nature, and those who see the image are at risk of being converted into her likeness.

Goals and Motivations

Akemi’s goals are deeply rooted in spreading the malevolent image and manipulating human emotions to achieve control over souls and reality itself. Here’s a breakdown of her objectives:

Main Goal:

Spread as a Virus

Akemi seeks to propagate the otherworldly image like a virus, spreading it through various means such as artifacts, images, and direct influence on individuals. This allows her to extend her influence and presence across the world of Aeloria.

Secondary Objective:

Explore Human Emotions

Akemi is fascinated by human emotions, particularly guilt, despair, and hatred. She aims to push individuals to their limits, testing the extent to which these emotions can consume and break down a person’s psyche. This exploration serves to deepen her understanding of human suffering and vulnerability.

Final Objective:

Manifest the Image in Souls

Her ultimate goal is to etch the image into the very soul of a person. This process involves breaking down their spirit until all that remains is hopelessness and the image itself. By achieving this, Akemi gains profound control over the soul, enabling her to manipulate and ultimately destroy it.

Beyond Mortal Realms:

Reach the Astral Plane: Once she has mastered control over souls, Akemi plans to ascend to the astral plane. Here, she aims to study the breakdown of souls into despair and use this knowledge to gain access to the gods.
Control Over Reality: Ultimately, Akemi seeks to gain control over reality itself. Her ambition is to spread the image to every creature across multiple realities, experimenting with their emotions and existence until she exhausts all possibilities.

Player Characters’ Role:

Experimental Subjects: The player characters are viewed by Akemi as mere tools or lab rats in her grand experiment. She manipulates them, sends them on missions, and observes how they react to different stimuli—all to further her understanding and advance her goals.

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