♡ about the alternative universe
Project ROSE is a dark, adventurous Tekken alternate-universe saga centering on Nobara Asahina, a young woman burdened with serving as the living vessel for the ancient Japanese-Ogre, Hirara Aiura. Haunted by her life, crushed under the weight of her family’s sinister heritage, and her ability/curse as a telekinetic, Nobara fights to navigate a volatile existence in hopes of simply being understood, respected, and loved for who she truly is.Her path forces her through brutal investigations, high-stakes clan secrets, and the bitter fallout of toxic relationships, paving a path of dark action and satisfying karma against those who spread hatred and uncertainty.At its core, Nobara’s story balances terrifying supernatural powers with deeply human struggles against societal pressure, teenage alienation, and the desperate search for her own identity.As the every year draws near, she must learn to master her mind and powers before the chaos inside her destroys everything she holds dear.

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♡ content warnings
Project ROSE is a dark and psychological story, it covers heavy, adult themes that may be distressing to some readers. Please be advised that this AU includes volatile body horror, violent psychic outbursts, gore, and unsettling mind-control elements. Narratively, it deals with religious trauma, toxic family dynamics, societal pressure, and intense themes of alienation, bullying, and revenge. There are also references to generational trauma, non-consensual violence, and severe emotional distress.♡ alternative details to consider
This story operates as an Alternate Universe that carefully weaves original lore into the official TEKKEN timeline. Major tournament events remain, but the world is expanded to include ancient Ogre vessel lineages, devil gene lineage, restructured clan dynasties, and deeper supernatural politics. At the heart of the saga are OC x Canon romantic relationships and pairings, alongside various altered family dynamics across the broader cast.♡ details inspirating the alternative universe
The tone and aesthetic of Project ROSE are heavily shaped by several key psychological, supernatural, and stylistic influences. The explosive telekinetic powers and emotional breaking points draw directly from Stephen King’s Carrie, while the karmic justice, dark school settings, and psychological thriller elements are inspired by Girl from Nowhere and Girl from Nowhere: The Reset. Visually and atmosphere-wise, it borrows from the high-stakes psychological tension of Kakegurui and Bet, and the rebellion against corrupt adults found in Persona 5. Lastly, the character group dynamics and emotional musical tie-ins carry a subtle influence from Project SEKAI.

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