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God's domain. Here you will create your character, post up any work in progress/pending applications and view those whom are approved. When you are sure and ready to get a head start on your character, simply come and post them up in this board when ready for review!

This is where you will register, upgrade, obtain, and/or develop your skill-set as a Tuner/Rider. In order to grow stronger and become the best of the best, you can only obtain reach your full potential unless you visit this shop whenever you have the means to.

On Ride the Wave, team's are essential plotline to the story but at the same time are not. Because Air Gear was so focused on teams, here we will do something different that will build on that concept yet will steer away from it due to the fact not everyone who makes a team will be guaranteed members. So what we have come to establish is the Team Roster, these team's are specifically plot made for the site and anyone is capable of leading one! If you desire to find out where you fit in, click here and get yourself involved more deeply into the site's storyline! You never know what cool perks you might get in the future just for doing so.

Here in this board there lay but mere canon positions that will help either further the site or your character. It is highly appreciative that you only take up a canon position if you plan to stick around for the long haul or actually have something to give toward the development of those around you as well as the site itself. These are not meant for just to take and brag about having! Remember, claims are here to benefit not just yourself, but everyone apart of/as well as the site!

Tasks are what will help you, the members, define your characters and help build the sites story toward where it needs to be. This is a place for those who, rather than join an event, can help progress the sites story in another manner. Sometimes there will be staff tasks placed here for a certain number of people or specific group to partake within. But, the majority of the tasks will be member made and driven.

Here we have our relationship development board. You will have access to a variety of potential development areas, such as: plotters, wanted ads, social media, and trackers. These different areas each pertain to a different usage where you will be graced with amazing writers whom have dedicated such authentic plot ideas and characters that you just won't be able to say no to! Give it a look to find the gateway of potential character development!

The Azabu-Jūban, located southeast of the Roppongi District, is a district consisting of a vast majority of exuberant life located within a lively residential area. Shops, restaurants, and bars can be found divided all throughout the entirety of this district. Never leaving a dull moment for neither resident nor tourist. The main street, a block away from a busy road junction, has a village-like feel with cobbled stoned paving in some places. This atmosphere is created by the narrow streets, slow moving traffic, and a mixture of stores operated by older owners. It is a known fact that during the summer festivals traffic is blocked by a large majority of festival goers; whom which make it almost impassable for any vehicle to drive through the streets of Azabu-Jūban.

The Azabu-Jūban, located southeast of the Roppongi District, is a district consisting of a vast majority of exuberant life located within a lively residential area. Shops, restaurants, and bars can be found divided all throughout the entirety of this district. Never leaving a dull moment for neither resident nor tourist. The main street, a block away from a busy road junction, has a village-like feel with cobbled stoned paving in some places. This atmosphere is created by the narrow streets, slow moving traffic, and a mixture of stores operated by older owners. It is a known fact that during the summer festivals traffic is blocked by a large majority of festival goers; whom which make it almost impassable for any vehicle to drive through the streets of Azabu-Jūban.

One of the first five parks in Japan and offers perfect views of Tokyo Tower. The park is built around Zojoji Temple and holds an ancient tomb built in the fifth century. Around 200 cherry blossom trees grow around the tomb and near the pond, and at night when Tokyo Tower is lit up, the scenery takes on a magical feel. This District is a popular spot for dates and appears in many television and film sequences. There are several sets of foot paths that allow those present to walk among the cherry blossom trees, fauna, and other flora present.

Home to the rich Roppongi Hills area and an active night club scene. Many foreign embassies are located in the Roppongi district, and the night life is popular with locals and foreigners alike. The area features numerous bars, nightclubs, restaurants (national and international), and other forms of entertainment. The Red Light District is noted to be hidden within the hustle and bustle of Roppongi as well. There is said to be a high presence of Yakuza present in this district, for various reasons. But all in all, the neighborhood caters to both young and old. No matter the intentions of the individual, there is always something to get into here. Here in this district there resides an all girls private academy.

A commercial district in Tokyo built on an artificial island in Tokyo Bay. The Sankakusu District houses the wonderful Shirahama beach as well as Adventure World. More so an island for tourists and residents to visit rather than reside on, the island is known for it's wonderful beach and commercial businesses. Scarce rural area causes for a plethora of hotels and beach homes to make up the island, making it quite the nice vacation area.

Composed of the Central, Downtown, and Northwest districts. The Shihon District is home to a plethora of marvelous architecture as well as many things to descry. Should one find their self needing to slake, there are several hot springs available. Feeling a little monotonous? Fear not, as there are numerous things to see as well as do in the Shihon District.

Nishijin, the district made a prominent name for itself because of it's notoriety for weaving. It is home to many museums and galleries devoted to the traditional weaving of the Kyoto people. Walking in this district, people are drawn towards history and soaking that up this ward gives off a historical feel. Nishijin is also home to the best soba in Kyoto thanks to the famous Kanei restaurant.

Higashiyama District, one of the more prominent districts which is split into Northern and Southern Higashiyama. Northern Higashiyama is home to temples with some of the most alluring architecture in all of Kyoto. The quotidian life of many of Higashiyama District's denizens are spent among the lush greenery of the forests, planning trips to the region's museum, as well as basking in the rays of the sun by the river's edge.

Arashiyama, said to be one of the must-stops in Kyoto. The district is home to many temples much like the other wards. However there are several things that set's it apart from the others, and the most prominent is the Arashiyama Bamboo Groove. It is said that standing amid the soaring stalks of bamboo is similar to being on another planet entirely. Another must-see is something the locals call the Monkey Park. If you visit it, make sure to leave valuables inside a locker or a locked car.

Originally it was thought to be the home of gods and demons of Shinto lore, although it is predominantly known for the Buddhist monks that come from the temple of Enryaku-ji. It is a mountain located within the Sakamoto region of Otsu, northeast of Kyoto, upon the top of the mountain there resides a large tower said to have been built over thirty to forty years ago called the Trophaeum Tower. This tower is said to reach the same height, if not a bit higher, then the Shanghai Tower which is a 632-metre (2,073 ft), 127-story megatall skyscraper. There is a cable car that allows one to travel toward the top of the hill to reach the base of the mountain's entrance leading toward the inside of the Trophaeum Tower. Tool Toul To's base is located upon this level which is the access/entrance into the Trophaeum Tower.

A lake said to resemble the instrument of a biwa, thus earning its name. It is the largest freshwater lake in Japan. Lake Biwa holsters a variety of things to do––such as: fishing, boat rentals and an assortment of watersports, including even scuba diving for those who want to plumb the depths of this rather murky lake. There are a number of hot springs in the towns and mountains that surround the lake. Followed by a number of good hikes in the Hira-san mountain range on the west side of the lake. A bicycle rental shop for a "mama-chari" type bicycle (a single speed 26 inch bike with a highly adjustable and comfortable seat and a basket in front). Bicycling around the Lake Biwa area is great fun, with wide paved paths in many places, and approximately a 220km bike ride to go around the lake. Bicycle friendliness is evident everywhere and you should be able to find places to stay at various points around the lake if you bike tour. Ride a functioning sternwheeler, the "Michigan". Many parks, public restrooms and places to get water or drinks are near the southwestern part of the bike path. A volleyball court is on the beach northwest of of the southernmost bridge and many joggers also share the bike paths. Fishing from a boat or the shore, kayaking and sailing are popular here. Kite flying during windy conditions could also be fun here, with no nearby wires to foul the kite line.

Sakae District, known colloquially as the downtown district, is home to places such as four and five star hotels as well as restaurants that renowned through out Japan for their deliciousness. This district is also rather famous for its shopping malls where it's often said that many models gather to get the latest trends in fashion. For other entertainment there are also cinemas scattered about along with arcades. Sakae also has a subway line that hooks up to Nagoya Station which makes it easier to access other parts of Nagoya.

Lying to the north of the infamous downtown district, the Nagoya Castle District is home to imposing architecture and as it's name suggests is home to castles of history long past. It is also home to many government and city offices. There are also several tourist attractions within this district such as a park with beautiful greenery and a theater.

Home to a hub of activity and reputed as a upmarket area by locals due to the sheer amount of financial institutions that call this district home, meaning that it is a place for the upper class of Nagoya who dine at many of its upscale restaurants. Many sommeliers of wine and other alcohols also tend to call this place home due to the sheer amount of drinking establishments that litter the streets of this district. Though not just the upper class come to drink in the pubs and bars, but all kinds of people from Nagoya and beyond as well.

Home to bustling amounts of activity due to the sheer amounts of cargo that are moved through out the district as it is the largest and busiest trading port in the entirety of Japan. Despite being a port district there are tons of activities and attractions that take place within including an amusement park that has a significantly tall ferris wheel, an aquarium that holds all type of sea dwelling creatures, and a ship that is a museum of the South Pole.

The Umeda district is the major commercial and business district of Osaka. Notable for its comparatively high concentration of tall buildings, and skyscrapers; the Umeda district houses the higher echelon of department stores and shops. The wealthier and more business oriented individuals find themselves here often. From the Diamond district to Osaka Garden City, there is nothing more than a plethora of large buildings and shops to entertain the masses. Do be careful of pedestrians, the traffic on foot as well as in car is quite chaotic twenty-four seven. There also seem to be several subways that connect this district to the other of Osaka. As well as other parts of Japan.

A shopper's paradise, the largest and main shopping area of Japan. Shinsaibashi is covered and filled with shopping streets, buildings, and American-themed shopping areas. This district also seems the be the center of Osaka's youth culture, having the most traffic of it's frequent goers being within the youth and teen age ranges. Major stores and boutiques concentrates are found around the area as well to accompany the youth. Major tourist spots seem to be the 81,765 square meter underground shopping mall and the newly remodeled Shinsaibashi bridge.

One of the more principal tourist destinations in Osaka, Japan. The district runs along the Dōtonbori-gawa canal from Dōtonboribashi Bridge to Nipponbashi Bridge and offers popular nightlife and entertainment. Characterized by its eccentric atmosphere and large illuminated signboards. There are promenades on both sides of the Dotonbori-gawa canal to offer better environment for a downtown, which are always attracting visitors and residents. Both sides of the Dotonbori-gawa canal are lined with advertisements and neon signs. The entire sides of buildings are decorated with neon lamps. The illuminated signboards and neon lamps reflect on the Dotonbori-gawa canal at night, making Dotonbori even merrier.

Nipponbashi is known for its many shops which specialize in furniture, tools, and "otaku" interests such as electronics, animation, manga, and collectibles. The district is also often compared to Akihabara Electric Town, its equivalent in Tokyo. Especially famous for its wide variety of consumer electronics stores, and for its negotiable prices; most of the retailers are tax and duty-free. The district also features numerous maid cafes and cosplay cafes. These include small and simple maid-themed coffee shops, maid-staffed massage and beautician services, and sit-down style full service cabarets.

As a result of minimal redevelopment, the area has become one of Japan's poorest districts. Despite its negative image reputation as Osaka's most dangerous area, elements of seediness, and destitution; Shinsekai boasts a colorful history and unique identity while also being home to a large number of legitimate business outlets. It is the scene of low-cost restaurants, cheap clothing stores, cinemas, shogi and mahjong clubs, and pachinko parlors. The Tsūtenkaku tower is the center piece of the run-down district, having LED lighting that shows a different color set for every two months. The tower also gives a clear view of the entire district from the observation deck and shows the next day's weather by a combination of different colored lights from the top of it. The district also holds the Kamagasaki slums within.

This is where all the out of character chatter can go. Play list threads, graphic stores, template storage, forum games. Chatter on anime and such. Just be sure to keep it tasteful. And keep in mind, when you're leaving us for a certain time, always be sure to let us know so that we can't forget your beautiful face and graceful appearance!

The Alternate Universe board. Here is where you can take your characters out of the setting of our universe and role-play them in several different universes and different occasions. Aongside this you may also use this board to role-play out alternate timelines and endings to events. Go nuts you guys!

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