Tokyo Otherkin Society

In Tokyo, 2050, people had perfected genetic engineering. In addition to living longer, people could now become whatever species they wanted. This lead to the creation of three distinct subcultures.

Otherkin Society: An otherkin is a person who identifies as something other than human, usually a mythological creature or some kind of non-human entity. This can include things like dragons, fairies, demons, angels, etc.

Therian Society: A Therian is a person who identifies as a non-human animal that exists or has existed on Earth. This can include anything from common animals like wolves and cats to extinct animals like dinosaurs.

Human society: A human is someone who identifies as a human. Usually they are cruel in nature and make assumptions about others before getting to know them or walking in their shoes.

It was a hot summer night in Tokyo, the air thick with the smell of street food, sake, and vomit. The buzzing sound of neon lights was as electric as a mosquito zapper in The Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee.

Kai walked down the crowded street, his genetically engineered tail swishing behind him. He was a Chimera, and was one of the many people who had chosen to modify their bodies with animal or mythological DNA.

Kai's huge tail was a popular choice, but there were others who sported big wings, large scales, or even gills so they could breathe under water. The Chimera movement had started as an underground trend, most people choosing either unicorns or dragons when joining the mythological creature community, but it had quickly become mainstream along with Dragons, Phoenix’s and the most popular amongst recently divorced women, Medusa’s. There were even fashion shows dedicated to showcasing the latest Chimera styles.

But not everyone was a fan of the Otherkin movement. There were those who saw Otherkins as an affront to nature, and there were rumors of a shadowy human organization that hunted them down. The worst part was, the Therians sided with the humans despite having genetic modifications themselves. Their justification was that they at least looked like animals that existed and not horrifying mythological creatures.

Kai tried not to think about that as he made his way to The Chimera Club, a place where he and the other Chimeras could be themselves without fear of judgement. As he entered, Kai was greeted by a sea of colorful tails, wings, and scales.

The music was loud, the drinks were flowing, and Kai felt at home.

That was, until a fire started outside the club and everyone was forced to evacuate.

Outside the club, Kai saw Therians on motorcycles carrying a colorful assortment of weapons.

“You idiots are still helping the humans? You morons realize your genetically modified too, right?” Kai shouted.

One of the Therians shouted “Get them,” and the motorcycles were revved as the Therians charged with their various assortment of spears and axes, one even shooting a laser gun into the crowd.

What the Therians didn’t realize is that Kai had a fire sack surgically implanted in his neck, as did most in The Chimera Club.

That combined with the alcohol, a fire accelerant the Chimeras were loaded with from drinking all night, the Chimeras were walking flame throwers.

They used there fire to melt the Therian motorcycles and weapons, and the Therians had mostly run off screaming except for one who froze in place and wet himself. His soaking wet pants were promptly removed and thrown into the fire to help put it out.

“Thats right, run, losers!” Kai shouted and puffed up his chest.

“The humans are coming for you next, you freaks of nature,” one of the Therians threatened.

“Good for them. We’ll be ready,” Kai shouted back.

The Otherkins joined together to put out the fire still blazing through the club in an attempt to save what was left of it.

Most human fire departments wouldn’t handle ‘Otherkin’ situations, so the Otherkin created their own fire department to assist in emergencies.

Kai texted his girlfriend, who happened to be Therian herself, to come pick him up.

“Babe, I think your brothers still mad your dating an Otherkin. His gang just burned down the club,” Kai texted.

“Not again. I thought I told you to avoid the club until I can get this settled with him,” Sakura replied.

“What’s taking you so long to settle up with him? Just tell him you’re an adult and you can date whomever you want to,”Kai replied.

“OMG, it’s not that simple, Kai. Jun is an overbearing and overprotective caveman,” Sakura texted back.

“Let’s meet for dinner tonight and discuss this,” Kai replied.

“Where and when?” Sakura asked.

“Um, how about now, since I need a ride home anyway. Pretty sure my hovercycle’s been torched,” Kai replied.

“Is that the same one with flames painted on the sides,” Sakura asked.

“Sure is,” Kai replied.

“Ironic,” Sakura said.

“OMG, are you coming to pick me up?” Kai asked.

“That depends, are you treating for dinner?” Sakura asked.

“No…” Kai replied.

“Then call Vrooms. They’ll give you a ride home,” Sakura said.

“They charge a fortune,” Kai replied.

“Then call a WackyCab. They have a free ride service if you’re drunk. Just tell them you’re drunk,” Sakura texted along with a smiley emoji 😃.

“There’s a reason for that, though. Their drivers are either insane or have lengthy criminal records,” Kai replied.

“That sounds like a you problem, babe,” Sakura replied.

“FINE I’LL PAY FOR DINNER!” Kai replied.

“I’m on my way. I’ll be there in five minutes. Unless there’s traffic, I’ll be there in four,” Sakura replied.

How Sakura drove faster in traffic is a secret she shared with no one, not even Kai.

Sakura was there in three minutes.

“Wow, traffic must have been heavy,” Kai said. Sakura smiled.

“Get in,” Sakura shouted. Kai smiled.

“Where do you want to go to dinner!” Kai asked.

“My house,” Sakura said.

“Doesn’t Jun live there with you?” Kai asked.

“Yah, but don’t worry about him. Like you said, we should get this settled already. Let’s do it tonight so Jun doesn’t burn down another club,” Sakura said.

“I don’t know about this,” Kai said, sounding tremulous.

“Trust me,” Sakura said and smiled devilishly. Her car then hovered and she took the floating roads home.

Sakura pulled into the garage, which was floating next to the fifth floor. Sakura and Kai walked inside. Sakuras apartment was the smallest one in the complex, but somehow big enough for her, her brother, her parents and now Kai to all be there at once.

“Come with me,” Sakura said and grabbed Kai by the hand. He was forcefully lead to a dark room.

“Close your eyes… now open them,” Sakura said and when Kai opened his eyes, the lights were on and Jun was tied up in a corner, his sweaty body bleeding.

“What the hell? You tied up Jun?” Kai asked.

“He’s keeping us apart,”’ Sakura said.

“And why is he bleeding?” Kai asked.

“He always bleeds when he sweats,” Sakura said.

“Are you planning on letting him go?” Kai asked.

“Not unless you agree to fight him,” Sakura said.

“Wait, what? Why?” Kai asked.

“Like I said, my brother is a primative caveman. If you beat him in a fight, he’ll let us date in peace,” Sakura said.

“I don’t know if I’m comfortable with…”

“Fight, fight, fight! If you love me, you have to fight for my love, babe,” Sakura said.

“Fine, untie your brother. I’m just glad I took boxing lessons,” Kai said.

Sakura untied Jun.

Jun quickly stood and took a fighting stance.

“C’mon, man. Let’s go…” Jun challenged while moving back and forth and throwing mock punches.

Kai slapped Jun once and Jun fell down, hitting the ground with a hard thud. When Jun got up he started crying, and through his tears he shouted “Fine, you can date my sister.”

Jun hopped on a hoverboard and floated into the hallway, then zipped down to the elevator.

“Thank you, Kai. I love you. Now we can date in peace and my whiny brother will finally shut up and stop sending his gang after you,” Sakura said.

Just then a giant man with a hat on that said “Shadow Assassins” on it bust down the door and started shooting up the place.

Kai then burned him alive.

“I guess that was the human they sent after us?” Kai asked.

“It also looks like we’re having Ageta Ningen for dinner,” Sakura said.

“Ugh, again. At least that’s one of the best dishes Tokyo has to offer,” Kai said and smiled.

“Only if you cook it properly,” Sakura said.

“I hope you like Ageta Ningen well done,” Kai said.

They both laughed at the same time.

It wasn’t long before Jun spread the word that he was beaten in a fair fight by an Otherkin. The Therians and Otherkins were finally able to make peace, and a long lasting alliance was formed against the humans and a fight was started against their human bigotry against anything different.

Kai and Jakura eventually got engaged and planned a wedding. They even invited Jun and his gang.