𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝗶icity ﹙𝑣𝑖𝑒.﹚ ─── 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲.
𝙾𝚁𝙸𝙶𝙸𝙽𝙰𝙻 𝙰𝙿𝙿𝙻𝚈𝙵𝙸𝙲 ☆ ( open. ) 
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 𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝑜𝒻 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒.
﹙𝗶.﹚𝗂𝗇𝗍𝗋𝗈𝖽𝗎𝖼𝗍𝗂𝗈𝗇
﹙𝗶𝗶.﹚ 𝗌𝗅𝗈𝗍𝗌
﹙𝗶𝗶𝗶.﹚ 𝖺𝗉𝗉𝗅𝗂𝖼𝖺𝗍𝗂𝗈𝗇

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──   recommended    settings .✦
𐔌 white 𐦯          ཐིཋྀ          background   

"huh, what's a fancy letter doing here?"

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A shadowed corner of academia takes form within the ivy-clad walls of Daehyeon University—a prestigious institution often compared to a fortress of secrets. The criminology department's brightest are invited to join The Obscura Society, a name whispered with equal parts reverence and trepidation. The invitation arrives without warning: a single envelope bearing no return address, containing nothing but a location, a time, and an unsigned note reading, "Truth is not found; it is uncovered." Drawn by a curiosity they cannot resist, the chosen students step into an arena where knowledge is a weapon and ignorance, a perilous void.

The university itself becomes a character within the tale. A sprawling campus of contradictions, it melds cutting-edge facilities with structures steeped in history, like the infamous Seongcheon Hall, where doors creak with whispers of forgotten eras. Hidden passageways and abandoned faculty offices seem to rearrange themselves overnight. The Obscura Society's meeting place lies within the labyrinthine basements of Jeongguk Hall, a neglected building whose very existence eludes the university's official maps. The room is an anachronism: wood-paneled walls bear scars of age, interspersed with state-of-the-art surveillance monitors blinking silently in the dim light. A faint hum of machinery suggests hidden mechanisms as if the space itself is alive and observing.

Professor Elias Kwon, the enigmatic founder, presides over the Society like a ghost woven into the fabric of its purpose. Rarely seen outside its confines, his presence is magnetic and unnerving. He knows more about the students than he should—their histories, secrets, and fears—and his guidance veers between profound insight and cryptic nonchalance. Under his direction, cases brought to society have grown increasingly surreal. At first glance, they appear as isolated curiosities, yet, patterns emerge, twisting and tightening into a web that entangles each member in ways they could never anticipate.

The deeper the students dig, the more the boundaries of the cases blur with their own lives. Paranoia spreads like wildfire as they begin to suspect that not all members were invited for their intellect alone. Hints of an overarching design emerge, suggesting the Society's cases are pieces of an even grander puzzle—one that demands sacrifices none of them are prepared to make.

The ultimate question looms: Is the Obscura Society a crucible for uncovering truth, or is it a labyrinth designed to ensnare those who dare to seek it?

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(act)ㅤㅤ 𝒊𝒗.ㅤㅤThe Obscura Society is a covert and exclusive organization operating within the criminology department of Daehyeon University. Known only to a select few, it invites the department's most promising students through mysterious, unsigned letters that offer no explanation beyond a meeting location and time. The Society conducts its activities in the forgotten basements of Jeongguk Hall, a building so obscure that it is missing from the university's official maps. Its meeting room is an uncanny blend of history and modernity, with wood-paneled walls, faded relics of the past, and state-of-the-art surveillance systems quietly humming in the shadows.

Led by the enigmatic Professor Kwon Elias, the Society is tasked with solving complex and often surreal cases that seem disconnected at first glance but gradually weave into a larger, more ominous narrative. Membership is bound by secrecy, with unwritten rules ensuring that nothing discussed within its walls leaves them. The cases explored by the Society force members to confront not only intricate puzzles but also unsettling connections to their own lives, blurring the line between investigator and subject.

While its true purpose remains unclear, the Obscura Society demands its members navigate a labyrinth of manipulation, hidden truths, and moral ambiguity, leaving them to wonder whether they are uncovering mysteries—or becoming part of one themselves.

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wherein 8 criminology students from
daehyeon university are invited to
join a secret club known only as the
obscura society, with promises of
unlocking hidden truths. led by a
cryptic professor & tasked with solving
an array of eerie cases, the students
quickly realize the mysteries are
entwined with their own lives.
as paranoia grows, they question
not only the professor's intentions
but each other, unsure who they
can trust. the deeper they delve,
the more it seems the greatest
mystery is the society itself
— and if any of them were
 ever meant to escape.

── will you uncover the truth?

inspired by BUSTED!

MAIN CAST SOON TO BE REVEALED!

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SIERRA'S MEMENTOS ਏਓ

(OO1.) NOTES — Hello, everyone! It's been a while, but I'm so excited to finally share a new applyfic with you all. I've put a lot of thought and effort into this one, and I really hope it doesn't flop like my previous attempts (fingers crossed!). This story is inspired by BUSTED!, with elements of The Devil's Judge and Mr. Hiragi's Classroom. It's definitely darker than BUSTED!'s usual tone, but I'll add some lighter moments to balance things out—especially since the characters are college students, probably feeling a little burnt out. I'm really excited to see how this turns out and hope you enjoy it!

(OO2.) WARNINGS — Please be aware that this fic will touch on some sensitive topics, including death, violence, harassment, gore, abuse, and violent language. While I'll do my best to tone down graphic depictions, the nature of the plot and characters means it can't be avoided entirely. If you're sensitive to any of these themes, I encourage you to proceed with caution.

(OO3.) GRAPHICS & INSPO — The main graphics for this applyfic were inspired by clo.ard's Our Beloved Summer on Instagram. The filter I used is from Who Waits for Love by breewaffle on DeviantArt, and everything else—pictures, editing, and design—was created using Canva Premium. I'm really proud of how it all came together and hope you like it too!

(OO4.) FINAL THOUGHTS — This applyfic is very special to me, and I hope you can feel that in the story. It's been a long time since I've shared something like this, and I'm truly excited for this new adventure. I can't wait to see how it all unfolds with your help, and I appreciate all the love and support in advance. Let's make this a memorable one!

(OO5.) TAGS & DEDICATIONS — It's been a while since I've done an applyfic, and I'm really hoping to get some applications for this one. I know some of you might not want to be tagged, so no pressure, but any support would mean the world to me. A huge thank you to everyone who's been encouraging me along the way—this story is for you! 

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