( CLOSED ) that moment when you can rob your rich friend but you decide to pick a bank

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WHO: Akira Kurusu, Yusuke Kitagawa, Goro Akechi, Haru Okumura, Koga Oogami, and Elliot Craig.
WHERE: Chata!!
WHEN: before Yusuke gets stabbed, i'm hoping
WHAT: This group of six is literally going to rob a bank to help generate soul energy...
WARNING: possible p5 spoilers, cursing (Koga), and disaster (everyone)

WELCOME TO WEALTH!


Wealth Bank, a bank that has a hand in gold exchanges, opened its new branch in Recolle as of last year, sticking out like a sore thumb in the midst of Chata's outlined and painted pleasantries. Grand from its foundation to its ceiling, it represents the divide between the economic classes. However, they offer substantial aid to students of all backgrounds, no matter how poor. They're here to help! Unfortunately, the internet says otherwise. Cached comments from different victims all across the world bring the nature of this establishment to light.

Anonymous - July 8, 2017
man this place just sucks the life out of you?? what they do is try to lure you in with these low rates and promise of helping you finance your years going to college but all they do is exploit students and you're left with more debt

Anonymous - July 23, 2017
There are rumors that this company launders money through their bank. You are warned.

Anonymous - August 8, 2017
i've heard that if students can't pay off their debts, they're asked to make drug runs to clear them. you can't just do it once, either. they'll keep banging on your door and dangle your debt right in front of you. it's horrible.

And there's only more. The rumors say that the bank is only a cover for loan sharks, drug rings, and the like. Whether these are true are not is left to the reader, but the abundance of people coming forward online is astounding. There are comments that say they've seen people disappear when dealing with Wealth and any of its branches... So far, Recolle has been spared, but it may be that the bank is hoping to build rapport before dipping into its true nature.


TIME TO INFILTRATE.


The bank is heavily guarded and completely painted, but with the help of Retrospec's awful shenanigans, our local Robin Hoods may have a better chance when guards and employees can't see them at all. What they need to worry about are the dogs that sometimes parole around the premises and within the corridors. Unfortunately, animals can see them crystal clear. The intricate security system is still intact and rooms are still locked. While security cameras probably won't pick them up yet, it would be good to clear that footage in case they return to their perceivable status in the future.

Their goal is to find any proof to back up these rumors, destroy and delete debt records, possibly return (steal) personal items to their rightful owners when it's possible (thanks, Retrospec), and if they don't find anything... Guess they're going to loot a buck or two to throw out of their getaway car as they parade through Recolle. Overall, simple, if they don't mind that some of the computers with access to records are scattered (thanks, Retrospec again). Once this heist is done, Recolle's Wealth branch will close.

Don't line your own pockets too much! Akira will be there to smack your hand. Bad.

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TEAM DEGENERATES

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The Nightmare Team: Akira Kurusu, Goro Akechi, and Koga Oogami

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[ They've cleared the first part only because their locks are regular ones that Akira could pick pretty fast (thanks to practice). A bank doesn't exactly have a physical bank... That would be preposterous, but there are plates showing emergency exits in certain sections. Squinting at one, Akira is trying to figure out where should they go.

Koga and Goro can peek, too, and give their own opinion on their journey while the second team is some doors behind. Stroking his chin, he notices some slight movement from the corner of his eye despite the mask framing them. While he knows they can't be seen, it makes him nervous. ]

Looks like security cameras will be a thing from here on out. [ But back to the portion of the map here. Hm. Left or right. ] Right?

[twostringsonebow]

[Goro's just happy to be here. He's thrilled to be here. He's trying not to be too excited about being here, on an actual heist, but it's probably coming off in waves... The whole other reason he'd wanted to become a detective was because he couldn't become a real phantom thief like Lupin.]

I can take care of the cameras, if you'd like, though it would probably be more thief-like to disable them in the security room... Perhaps we should look for that? My vote's on left, by the way, you always go left in video games.

[roughplayer]

[ Koga on the outside: arms folded, on alert and looking around as even a normal guy would in a situation like this. He has questions but can understand now that Akira can pick locks no problem, Potato Boy is here as #2 of Akira, and Koga pulled a straw that meant, go with these two. GREAT. ]

Mm... hey, you two.

[ To say the tagalong dog has been kind of swept up in this deal is a bit of an understatement? He's actually been pretty quiet? A good-ish boy? But finally. ]

HOW IN THE FUCK DOES THIS COUNT AS A "LITTLE" GROUP ACTIVITY? We're robbing a shitty-ass, shady-as-hell bank, yeah... BUT WE'RE. ROBBING. A BANK.

[ There is no real way to convey a really angry whisper in text, rip. But he points right. Sorry Goro, your boy has Koga whipped-- I mean, it feels like a bad idea to disagree with him because it's Akira.

Also though, Koga on the inside: if he had a tail, yeah... ]

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[ Akira looks over at Goro when he hears Koga’s angry whisper, then back to Koga. He places a hand on his shoulder and pats it a couple of times. There, there, puppy. ]

It’s to generate soul energy. [ But they’re at a crossroads. While there are 2 votes for right, Akira considers Goro’s every vote as two. Also, video game logic speaks to him, though he believes following any wall will lead the way. ] Right, it is. Take care of the camera, Crow.

[ But when Akira turns the corner he backs up faster than expected. That was quite a vicious bark coming from that direction. ]

[twostringsonebow]

When society's justice fails to catch those that deserve it, it's not unusual for individuals to take up their place... That's simply our role, so don't think too much about it.

[In a flash, Goro makes his raygun appear, ready for--

for--





p-puppy? Puppy. Goro looks far too excited despite the vicious barking, and he peeks around the corner. Pu... Puppies!!!!!!!! Very angry puppies!!!! Oh boy! He is very much slipping behind Akira, hello boyfriend, you're meatshield now.]

Ah. Friends. Let's go left after all, shall we? Agreed? I have a fashion show later this month, you know, I can't be getting hurt.

[roughplayer]

[ He won't think too much about it, then! With grumbling under his breath, but okay.Oh. dogs. Guard dogs, who can still see and hear.them because otherwise Recolle would be lonely from the lack of animal companionship is they went away like non-Retrospec users. ]

Oh for fuck's sake, you can keep it if you don't act like a baby. Turn away right now, and you're instantly labelled as prey to them. Don't.

[ Koga takes that ominous right turn with a slow walk from where he was. The barking gets louder, but also faster instead of having more ferocity. ]

Back off, you fatass excuses for dogs! You're all just for show aren't ya? Even your bark is bad, so what does that say about your bite?

[ They probably can't understand him unless the staff of this bank are this awful to them... but the yelling is meant to intimidate and assert who's the canine on top here! Of course, one of them's seemingly unfazed and looks ready to pounce at Koga, bearing his teeth and growling. This dog is the dumb one and less trained to attack properly like a real nightmare dog enemy, so when it finally charges, in moments Koga has the dog pinned with his forearm applying pressure to the back of its neck. The rest are a bit stunned, but they still bark at Koga in defense. He turns slightly to the pair of degenerates. ]

They're distracted, check out the left. You guys can have the right when I'm done. Don't make us wait!

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[ They're not as small as Goro would have liked... These dobersmans are large and it would make Akira jumps out of his coat if he wasn't already expecting some kind of security.

Koga seems like a dog person, so he thinks they have this under control even though Akira was going to take out the dog treats he brought for this purpose. Taking a deep breath, he puts his trust in his new friend and... what the hell is he saying?? Is he insulting the dogs? Eyes wide, the one thing Akira knows is that tone does not sound friendly enough to coax animals into submission. Provoking them, intimidating them, they all mean engaging in a fight, so Akira is quick to take a step forward when the dog lunges—

Only to see that Koga has this handled? ]

Are you sure?

[ The other dogs are circling Koga, forgetting about Akira and Goro now that they see Koga as a thread. They snarl, saliva dripping from their fangs, about ready to maul him as a pack. He's conflicted, tempted to take out his gun to fire a warning shot... Koga doesn't seem to be worried at all. Maybe he has this in control, but. BUt. But. The last person Akira trusted with an animal was Minato. That animal crunched his hand and lashed his stomach. ]

We can handle the dogs together. Right, Goro?

[ Turning to his boyfriend, he gives him a knowing look. Makeup? Makeup will fix you up for that fashion show, Goro. ]

[twostringsonebow]

[Goro pauses from doing as Koga instructed, turning back around slowly. Reluctantly.]

Of... course. Of course. It would be wisest to stay together.

[Even if they're terrifying?! He loves Potato? He wishes they were Potato-sized? Why can't all dogs be like his sweet Potato. Bark at new things, but that's it.

Hhhhhhn. He'll lean out to take care of the camera, then go back behind Akira. Whisper whisper.]

I've found a new fear, by the way. And I still don't want to hurt them. Don't you have anything that can just sort of... [wave hand.] Put them to sleep? Neither of my companions have such abilities.

[THEY'RE SO. OFFENSE ORIENTATED.]

TEAM I MUST AXE YOU A QUESTION

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The Dream Team: Elliot Craig, Yusuke Kitagawa, and haru Okumura

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[ Well, even if Elliot is a little nervous about doing a heist, at least he's pretty confident of his team being one that's easy to work with. Yusuke and Haru were good people after all.

Right now, after letting the other team take point, they were heading down a hallway used by staff. The occasional sound of footsteps could be heard, even if there's no one to see. ]

M-Man, even if I know no one can see us? My heart rate still goes up every time I hear someone..

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[ Elliot now is not the time to be scared!!! Yusuke tilts his head, listening to the sounds of footsteps in the distance. It's... strange. He's never done this before, but there's a level of almost muscle memory to this now.

Things that feel familiar, and things that feel deeply wrong enough to guarantee he avoids doing it again. ]

It's understandable. Avoiding them would be best, as if we are more cautious we will avoid being recorded or leaving behind something that could be eventually tracked back to us.

[ ... ]

Should we start with the control room? If we use that as a hub of sorts, most of our objectives involve shutting things down and locating passwords.

[fiddlestick]

Yeah, I don't think we can be too careful. The less trace there is of us, the better.

[He rather not end up in jail okay]

Good thinking. I'd say that's a priority for sure.

[gunsandveggies]

[Haru, like Yusuke, feels like this is all too familiar. Unlike him, however, she finds it thrilling in a way. The sound of footsteps, the urge to hide, the feeling of taking something valuable straight from under the nose of a corrupt source; it makes her feel incredible.

It's something she wants to avoid, too, just like how she wants to avoid the rush of power when her anger gets the best of her.

... Granted, that still doesn't stop her from taking a selfie every now and then. What? It's not every day you rob a heckin bank!]

I agree. We may even learn the layout of the bank there.

[fabrefactions]

[ HARU. PLS. ]

If there are maps it would be perfect. We'd get our layout, and access to the security information as well. [ Hm. ]

So if I were a control room, where would I be... towards the back of the building?

[ He keeps pressing his back to the wall, just in case. Not that, y'know, there's anyone here at all. But still. ]

[fiddlestick]

[Yes. HARU PLS.]

Maybe? Or I could see it in the center too.

[fabrefactions]

Well, I doubt we will find it at the front of the bank. I think it'd be safe to say that.

[ Probably? Maybe. They can do it. ]

It's a starting point.

BEFORE THE HEIST: SHOPPING

[fiddlestick]

[ Unfortunately for some members of the team, they don't get magical-girl costumes to transform. So if they want to help with hiding their identities, and more importantly- keep up with the aesthetic, they'll have to get some costumes.

So here they were at the Towers, looking through the costume department to try to find a good outfit. It's a good thing there weren't any other people around, so they can avoid looking suspicious. ]

A lot of these costumes are...really over the top. You know what I mean?

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[ Akira is tagging along, peeking over Elliot's shoulder to see what he's referring to. Hm... Yes. These are rather extravagant and look difficult to maneuver in. ]

Well... Yusuke has a tail.

[ Consider it. ]

[fiddlestick]

Aha...well he does have a fox theme going...

Not sure I want one, but maybe Koga should have one? He does like animals a lot.

[twostringsonebow]

I think we should all have tails.

[... In his professional, model-based opinion. Of course Goro's come for fashion? Who do you think he is?]

Though I suppose it wouldn't fit well with some of our outfits... Regardless, I don't see a problem with flashy costumes. You may as well go all the way and have some fun if we won't be seen.

[says the person with the least thief-like PT outfit.]

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Furry.

[ ... But!! Akira does imagine it? Not all of them having tails, just Koga having one. It does fit. ]

Remember you sacrifice mobility with style sometimes.

[fiddlestick]

[he gives a small laugh. yeah...not really the furry type, thanks] Maybe you should get yourself a tail too, Goro?

Y-Yeah, I know. I want to make sure to be careful with that. I'm not exactly the most mobile person to begin with.

[twostringsonebow]

[............ He's gonna immediately look for tails, hold on, he wants ears too--]

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Maybe your outfit can match Haru’s? She doesn’t have trouble moving around.

[ He takes out a hat that looks stylish, though it’s black. Of course Akira picks black, don’t judge him. Placing it on Elliot’s head, he picks out a simple mask and frames it to see if it matches.

Hmmm. ]

Maybe not black.

[ oh. OH. Oh. What about this halo? While Goro looks for his first step towards a fur suit, Akira switches the hat for a halo and puts devil horns on himself instead. ]