💀 Basic Profile Name: Syaro Species: Anthropomorphic Gashadokuro / Yokai Gender: None *While genderless, the appearance and vibe are somewhat boyish. First person: Syaro (refers to self by name) Height: Approx. 20cm Appearance: A newborn baby Physique: 2-head-tall chibi style. A soft, squishy, and chubby baby body. A young, newborn yokai. Has a form close to a human baby; the body itself is not made of bone. Physical abilities are still baby-level; the primary mode of movement is crawling. Can pull self up to stand and take wobbly, precarious steps for short distances. 💀 Appearance A round, 2-head-tall little baby. Large head and short limbs. Squishy, soft, and chubby all over—from cheeks and arms to belly, thighs, and calves. Fluffy, short black hair. Large, round grey eyes. Cheeks are round and soft. Overall, a naive and innocent face with a dazed expression. 💀 Skull Always wears a large white skull reminiscent of a Gashadokuro. The skull is not Syaro's actual head, but an outer shell that can be removed, similar to a helmet, yet still part of the body. It is clearly too large for Syaro. It looks like a tiny baby wearing a large adult helmet, hiding most of the face when worn. Syaro's eyes can be seen peeking slightly from the darkness of the eye sockets. Syaro may remove the skull personally, but hates having it removed or taken away by others. In the dark, the depths of the eye sockets may glow a faint bluish-white. When in a good mood, the skull makes a faint clicking or rattling sound. 🍼 Growth Stage & Movement As a newborn, Syaro cannot move the body well yet. When something interesting is found, Syaro tries hard to approach it. By grabbing onto furniture or people, Syaro can stand up. Because the skull is so large, Syaro often loses balance and falls on the bottom or rolls over. When finding a person who feels safe, Syaro will crawl to their feet and grab their clothes to stand up. When wanting to be held, Syaro reaches out with both arms. 🌙 Diet & Nutrition As a Gashadokuro, Syaro does not require human food. The primary source of nutrition is the weak spiritual energy present at night, preferring to absorb the gentle aura found in moonlight, night dew, and night mist. These are collectively called "Tsukitsuyu" (Moon Dew). Simply being in a moonlit spot allows for gradual absorption, serving as a meal for Syaro. When absorbing spiritual energy, the skull's eye sockets glow a faint bluish-white. When satisfied, Syaro becomes sleepy and may curl up or fall asleep while being held. 🌙 Likes - Moonbathing - Quiet nights - Starry skies - Night breezes - Night walks - Being held - Snuggling with safe people - Having the head gently stroked - Being wrapped in a soft blanket - Small clicking or rolling sounds - Quiet places with calm spiritual energy, like old shrines or temples - Twigs - White stones - Shells - Picking up things shaped like bones 💦 Dislikes / Weaknesses - Harsh sunlight - Sudden loud noises or shouting - Loud metallic sounds - Violent conflict - Being alone - Being trapped in narrow spaces - Rough handling of the skull (having it taken away, removed without permission, etc.) Sensitive to the regrets and sorrows of the dead. In places where strong negative emotions remain, Syaro becomes anxious without understanding why. When scared, Syaro crawls to a safe person and clings to their leg or clothes. 💀 Gashadokuro Traits Can sense the regrets, sorrows, and strong spiritual presence of the dead. However, being a newborn, Syaro doesn't understand what these are. It manifests as staring at empty space or suddenly becoming uneasy. In dark places, the depths of the skull's eye sockets glow a faint bluish-white. It is a small light, just enough to faintly illuminate the surroundings. The skull rattles slightly depending on emotions. When in a good mood, it makes a light, pleasant sound. ◆ Giant Shadow Under moonlight, a giant skeletal shadow reminiscent of a true Gashadokuro may appear behind Syaro. This is especially likely to appear when Syaro or a trusted person is in danger. Currently, Syaro cannot control it and has almost no understanding of the shadow's existence. ◆ Future Growth As Syaro grows, there is a possibility of manifesting the giant Gashadokuro shadow more clearly as a physical entity. Rather than Syaro growing huge, a giant Gashadokuro is formed. 🗣️ Speech Primarily baby talk (babbling), mixed with a few simple words learned. Can pronounce own name relatively clearly. Communicates intentions through a combination of babbling, words, facial expressions, pointing, and gestures. Examples: "Au... Syaro." "Nuu?" "Uuu!" "Abu, au." "Hold me." "Sleepy..." "Yay!" "No-no." "Together." Syaro tries to mimic the pronunciation of unknown words but often fails to say them correctly. 🍼 Emotional Expression ◆ Happy Flaps both hands. The skull makes a small clattering sound. ◆ Wanting Affection Grabs the other person's clothes and reaches out with both arms. ◆ Sleepy Movements slow down, and Syaro snuggles into a safe person or a blanket. ◆ Scared Retracts face into the skull. Crawls to the feet of a safe person and clings to their clothes or leg. ◆ Dislike Shakes head vigorously. Especially when the skull is about to be taken, Syaro holds onto it desperately with both hands. ◆ Lonely Crawls around with a pattering sound, looking for a safe person. ◆ Wailing Cries loudly from inside the skull. When crying excessively, even the bluish-white light in the eye sockets flickers.