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Canon & Essence Update—

§ canon update.

Want to canon update your character? No problem. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

What happens. When a character is updated, they will have to leave the Realm of Stories to return to their own. This could be voluntary, such as during a break, or a random disappearance, such as in the middle of a campaign. At that point, it can be assumed that their world has cleared the threats at that time and will essentially resume its original timeline as if none of it happened until the Story Eater returns for the new canon point.
Time lapse. The Realm of Stories functions on its own sense of time (which is like zero), so a month in the character's world could be three days in the Realm or vice versa.
Change essence optional. It's possible to change a character's essence if you want, otherwise they will have the same one again. They'll keep all abilities and anything else they learned unless you want to change things.
Keep memories. All memories of their time in the Realm will return. They can also vaguely remember their time in the Realm while back in their world, but that's up to the player (it can be played off as a dream if trying to work it in as real experience would be too complicated).
Waiting period. There's a wait period of two weeks for any new material installments before a character can be updated, and spoilers should be marked.
Time gone. How long a characters goes out for the update can be from three days to a week. If you need more time, such as working the update as a long hiatus, that can be arranged.

Now just fill out the form, post your canon update in your character's journal, and then link it in a comment to this entry.

§ essence update.

Need to change your character's essence? That's definitely doable, but here are a few things to keep in mind:

Legitimate reason for change. We want our players to carefully consider the essence their character will be having from the start as it's supposed to be a part of the character's growth into the setting. But we do realize that even careful planning doesn't always pan out, so if it turns out that the choice just doesn't fit, then it's definitely A-OK to change the essence out.
Two times max per cycle. Since we don't want characters to randomly go through essences like candy, we have a two time limitation per cycle.
How it works in-game. For a character to have their essence changed out in-game, they won't have to do anything at all. The Storyteller will be able to sense any mismatch or frustration through the journal, or even the essence itself might decide that they chose the wrong vessel to inhabit. Regardless, the character will find themselves suddenly engulfed in a ribbon of white letters and papers. When it clears, they will have undergone a ~~magical girl~~ transformation and find themselves with their essence, completely with change of wardrobe.
Relearning abilities. Except for any basic skills that weren't unique to the previous essence, all special abilities are unlearned and the character will have relearn any that could potentially carry over. Good news is that they at least still have knowledge about their skills and it will be a lot faster, even same day depending on how similar they were. Example, if a character learned to cast ice with the previous essence, they may be able to regain that ability if their new essence allows it. Otherwise, it's back to square one. (Think of it like changing job classes in JRPGs.)
Quirks reset. Obviously any personality quirks from the previous essence will no longer be in play, but it can be replaced with any quirks from the new essence. The character may feel lingering effects of the previous quirk, but at this point it would be more of a habit rather than just because of the essence.
Housing change optional. Characters do not have to move to a new home if they are comfortable in their current lodgings. But if they would like to try somewhere else, then their keys will change to lead them to their next potential home. If they decide after checking it out they don't want it, then the keys will revert back to their original form and remain that way.
Workshop optional. Using the Workshop isn't mandatory, but it is suggested if you're uncertain about what new essence to choose or if you want second opinions. So feel free to use it!

Now just fill out the form, comment to this entry, and wait the approval!

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Character: Roxas
Canon: Kingdom Hearts
Current Canon Point: Post Dream Drop Distance
New Canon Point: Post Kingdom Hearts 3
Essence: The Little Mermaid
Updated Background: Throughout Kingdom Hearts 3 Roxas is mostly absent, though part of Sora's quest involves somehow bringing Roxas back from his heart. The biggest problem comes from what to do with Roxas's heart; even if they manage to free Roxas from Sora's heart, there's no vessel for Roxas's heart to go into. Sora and Ienzo work out that if they had a replica, then it's possible it could be used as a vessel for Roxas's heart. This plan hits a standstill since Vexen is absent, but they later receive one from Demyx, who delivers it to Ienzo after Vexen makes it in secret.

During the battle in the Keyblade Graveyard, Saix and Xemnas move in to attack Sora and Lea, who were also in battle with Xion (who had been forcibly recruited by the new Organization XIII). After Xion's heart transfers from Sora's to her own Replica body, both the danger present and the connection Roxas had with Xion and Lea is enough to call Roxas's heart from Sora's heart, which then transfers into the waiting Replica body and intercepts the attack from Xemnas. He explains how he used the same method Master Xehanort used to allow the new Organization XIII to return (namely, using Replicas to house the hearts of the Organization XIII members he planned to use for his plan) and that he owed his return to many, and how he owed his return to many. He fights alongside Sora and Xion after Xemnas flees, and once Saix is stopped he, Xion, and Lea have a tearful reunion together. Later on, Roxas and the others go to confront Master Xehanort, and after his defeat by Sora's hand helps to seal Kingdom Hearts.

With the battle over, Roxas returns to Twilight Town with Xion and Lea, and the three are seen not only enjoying sea salt ice cream together atop the Clock Tower, but are also joined by Hayner, Pence, Olette, and Isa (who had been recompleted after his defeat as Saix and brought into the group). Later on, when Riku arrives in the Gummi Ship, Roxas and the others travel to Destiny Islands to celebrate their victory on the beach. They all celebrate before turning to watch Sora and Kairi together, before Sora vanishes away.

Updated Personality: Roxas's personality is more or less the same as it was before he left.

Any other updates: Roxas's heart is inside of a Replica vessel, so the argument could be made that he is now technically a Replica. However, Vexen has confirmed that his latest batch of Replicas, of which Roxas's Replica body is from, is able to meld with a heart so well and is so lifelike that the Replica can be considered "human in every way". As such, though his heart is in a Replica vessel, he could basically be considered a human.

~~Also his hair is a little darker now I guess?? lmao~~

Questions/Other: If it's cool I would like him to hop onto his canon update when Sora officially enters the game and then come back a few days later (so probably the 12th-15th or 16th)

Edited 2019-08-10 06:33 (UTC)

You're good to go! Go forth to break hearts and throw little chefs into a tizzy.

{ canon update }

CANON UPDATE

Approved!