17Chapter Zero: Prologue IV
"Sakimoto...Ice Climber...Seventy-sixth class...why does that sound so familiar?" Glancing over to the other stack that was left untouched, a connection pops back into their memory. Slapping the previously held folder onto the desk with haste, the figure mills through the twenty files with a gleeful expression. "No way, this has to be too good to be true! How did I not catch this the first time?"
A giggle erupts from their throat as the person grins, but there was something sinister masking their seemingly harmless smile.
"Well I'll be damned...Imagine the mass despair this imbecile will experience once he realizes his sacrifice single-handedly sent his students and loved ones to their death sentences! It'll be glorious to witness this unfold on both sides of accidental betrayal by the one person they trusted."
The corner of their eyes catch movement coming from the set of monitors sitting besides them. Placing the single file back onto the desk, the figure directs their attention to the ongoing surveillance footage. Their interest begins to peak as they witness people sluggishly move around on the screens, each person gradually awakening to their new surroundings. At the sight of one particular person, an amusing expression appears on the figure's features. "I see our friend has agreed to the deal, how predictable. Now let's see if they could pull through."
The figure watches their colleague look around the barren hallway, standing alone as they take a couple of steps in the right direction. Before they completely vanish from the monitor's view, the person stares directly into the camera's lens and provides a curt nod directing to the viewer. Once their ally makes their exit out of sight, the figure blinks and takes their eyes away from the screen. They turn in their seat and spot the third pile of files resting on the desk they're currently stationing in.
With a single hand, they then proceed to pick up the stack and analyze the following Hope's Peak Academy staff members...
Elenor Blue
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: History Teacher
Work Location: Reserve Course
Former SHSL Talent: N/A
Age: 35
Birthday: February 15th
Gender: Female
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 145 lbs.
Eye Color: Dark Pink
Hair Color: Black
Other Notes: Elenor is a stickler for following schedule and can be a bit intense when it comes to interruptions but that's about it. She doesn't care about her appearance and doesn't care about what you have to say about her either! She's easy to get along with, mostly because she's predictable, so it's easy to figure out what to say to her.
Yuzuki Chosuke
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Librarian
Work Location: Hope's Peak Elementary Division
Former SHSL Talent: Rakugo Artist
Age: 21
Birthday: March 20th
Gender: Male
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134 lbs.
Eye Color: Golden Amber
Hair Color: Navy Blue
Other Notes: With a sophisticated and gentle nature, Yuzuki uses his comedic wit to bring audiences to their feet. For this reason, he not only made for an excellent rakugo artist but also a storyteller for talented children. Despite being talkative when performing, he can get bashful around peers and strangers when speaking directly.
Hideyoshi Hayate
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Bus Driver / Substitute Teacher
Work Location: Main Course
Former SHSL Talent: SHSL Motorist
Age: 26
Birthday: April 19th
Gender: Male
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 190 lbs.
Eye Color: Yellow
Hair Color: Golden
Other Notes: He jokes around alot and usually takes most things as a joke. He isn't a very serious person, but can become one when things go wrong. He is abnormally curious about everything, sometimes sticking his nose where it doesn't belong. He gets along with others, but they are usually victim to his mocking/teasing. He is most known for his sharp tongue and wit.
Hinako Hoshizora
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Language Teacher
Work Location: Main Course
Former SHSL Talent: SHSL Voice Actress
Age: 24
Birthday: March 5th
Gender: Female
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 130 lbs.
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Hair Color: Muted Pink
Other Notes: The former SHSL Voice Actress known for being the voice of the protagonist of a popular magical girl anime. She is often praised for her wide vocal range and for being able to voice characters in multiple languages. A few years after graduating Hope's Peak Academy, she returned to teach new generations of SHSL students.
Shigure Ishimoto
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Homeroom Teacher for Class 2A
Work Location: Reserve Course
Former SHSL Talent: N/A
Age: 36
Birthday: August 23rd
Gender: Female
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 139 lbs.
Eye Color: Green
Hair Color: Black
Other Notes: Being a calm and assertive person, though somewhat prejudistic, Shigure is not one to lose sight of her goals. While she can sometimes be somewhat unapproachable, she is a slightly timid person that can get a bit too trusting for her own good. She always seems to be thinking ahead of the situation.
Yuna Kim
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: H.P.A. Scientist
Work Location: Main Course
Former SHSL Talent: SHSL Neurologist
Age: 32
Birthday: March 18th
Gender: Female
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110 lbs.
Eye Color: Grey
Hair Color: Black
Other Notes: Quick and to the point, Yuna is a quiet and intelligent person. Not the type to beat around the bush or sugar coat anything, she's a blunt person, always willing to say what's on her mind. Though people feel like she's hiding something or trying to make up for a past mistake.
Iris Kingston
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Talent Scout
Work Location: Main Course
Former SHSL Talent: SHSL Agent
Age: 32
Birthday: June 20th
Gender: Female
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125 lbs.
Eye Color: Green
Hair Color: Dark Red
Other Notes: Charismatic and outgoing, Iris is a person whose demeanor screams confident and self assurance. Naturally optimistic and friendly, she has an easy time managing her clients and has worked with some of the the biggest stars in Japan and the United Kingdom. She's a new talent scout, hired on by Headmaster Kirigiri just this year.
Enryumi Miyazaki
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Chemistry Teacher
Work Location: Main Course
Former SHSL Talent: SHSL Chemist
Age: 25
Birthday: March 14th
Gender: Male
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 87 lbs.
Eye Color: Golden
Hair Color: Raven & Aquamarine
Other Notes: A crazy scientist who appears as a creepy and skeptic guy. Often gives people, bad vibes. Finds great joy in mixing chemicals and blowing stuff up.
Kukuru Ooguro
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Psychology Teacher
Work Location: Main Course
Former SHSL Talent: SHSL Fear Inducer
Age: 22
Birthday: October 22nd
Gender: Female
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 161 lbs.
Eye Color: Red
Hair Color: Black
Other Notes: Kukuru Ooguro's personality is blunt and wooden, to say the least. Her style of speech is firm and she lets you know just what is on her mind. Despite this, she is quite caring and holds concern for the wellbeing of others.
Yukio Sawai
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Part-Time School Cook
Work Location: Elementary Division
Former SHSL Talent: SHSL Cellist
Age: 40
Birthday: May 16th
Gender: Male
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 165 lbs.
Eye Color: Indigo
Hair Color: Black
Other Notes: Yukio is a warm-natured and fatherly man who has the capability of making even the most nervous person feel at ease, especially children. He has a long, deep-standing loyalty towards Hope's Peak, but also does not wish to cause conflict and just wants everyone to get along, though this doesn't mean he is a pushover or easy to manipulate. Yukio knows his mind and who he is, is happy with this, and this isn't about to change anytime soon.
Sebastian Shepherd
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Security Guard
Work Location: Main Course
Former SHSL Talent: SHSL Bodyguard
Age: 24
Birthday: June 27th
Gender: Male
Height: 6' 1"
Weight: 198 lbs.
Eye Color: Grey
Hair Color: Black
Other Notes: Sebastian is a very calm person and almost never loses his head. He comes off as a emotionless individual that cares about very little. He is smart and can think on his feet in tough situations.
Futaba Tamura
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Homeroom teacher for Class 2B
Work Location: Reserve Course (formerly Main Course)
Former SHSL Talent : Wigmaker
Age: 39
Birthday: April 14th
Gender: Female
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 149 lbs.
Eye Color: Medium Brown
Hair Color: Deep Mahogany
Other Notes: Seemingly a bit of a workaholic, Futaba is a dedicated and caring person who clearly takes teaching seriously. Though there is an air of melancholy to her, she tries to always keep smiling, and will always have a bag of chocolate mice ready to share with you if she thinks you need the cheering up. The gossip surrounding her wears her down, but after all life has thrown at her, she is not about to let that defeat her.
Kevan Tan Wei Jie
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Talent Scout
Work Location: Main Course
Former SHSL Talent: SHSL Headhunter
Age: 26
Birthday: October 11th
Gender: Male
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 128 lbs.
Eye Color: Black
Hair Color: Red
Other Notes: A hero who is very keen on helping others and wished to bring peace to the world. Currently actively looking around for a sidekick to join him for his mission to bring down evil in the world.
Ayane Wakabayashi
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Music Teacher
Work Location: Hope's Peak Elementary Division
Former SHSL Talent: SHSL Songwriter
Age: 29
Birthday: March 19th
Gender: Female
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 139 lbs.
Eye Color: Light Blue
Hair Color: Black
Other Notes: Ayane Wakabayashi is well loved by most of the elementary school kids she teaches and it's no wonder why. She's got a natural calming aura and a way of speaking that they just love. She wants to have a special bond with each and every child she teaches.
Aleister Wolfgang
Hope's Peak Academy Occupation: Homeroom Teacher of the Troublemaker Class (Zeroth Class)
Work Location: Hope's Peak Elementary Division
Former SHSL Talent: SHSL Tutor
Age: 28
Birthday: February 29th
Gender: Male
Height: 6' 1"
Weight: 159 lbs.
Eye Color: Light Grey-Green
Hair Color: Brown
Other Notes: He is a relaxed and generally laid-back. He also comes across very cheerful and friendly, especially towards friends and his students.
A sly grin of distortion spreads across their lips upon scanning the participants' information, one by one.
"My, my what an interesting batch we have here today. I suppose it's time to set the pian in motion as planned."
Hey guys! No I haven't forgotten this story, it's just that along with my other works, I went on a bit of an unintentional hiatus. But, I'm back with a couple of updates for everything which I'll be spreading out periodically! But anyways, sooo we have our finalized cast for Lessons of Despair! I would like to send my sincere thanks to everyone who had submitted a character for this story! As always, it was pretty difficult to narrow it down to 15 chosen ones out of 23! Every character was interesting, but unfortunately I can't accept them all, so I'm really sorry for those who didn't make it but just know that I appreciate the effort you guys went through to make them!
Now onto a couple of quick questions:
1.) For the intros, how would you guys like to divide the amount of character intros per update? I'm thinking of doing two updates with 8 characters each before the game starts and those two updates should be pretty lengthy, but I would like to know what you guys would prefer!
2.) Based off these HPA Staff files, aside from your own, which character(s) are you looking forward to meeting the most?
I hope you guys enjoyed the final prologue update with the cast list and that everyone has a nice day/night wherever you are! Catch you guys in the next update AKA the first batch of character introductions!
P.S: To the creators of the characters that have been accepted, lemme know if you would like to change anything about your character since it's been a while. Also, I might ask some of you a couple of questions regarding your character as well to get a clearer picture of them!