Notes: I couldn't wait to start this story. I've wanted to write a Dangan Ronpa story ever since I finished the 1st game last last month. I've only recently started the 2nd, but I just couldn't wait! I hope this will be a fun experience for everyone. Yes, this is another SYOC story. I'm sorry if you're bored reading these stories, but I just wanted to do one of these for such a long time! But if you're not interested in SYOCs, I'm so sorry.

For those of you who are interested, welcome! Read the details at the bottom to submit your OC. I can't wait to see what characters you guys send in!

Rating: This work is rated T for violence, language, and any other things that pop up. The first few chapters should be rather mellow though.

Prologue:

Dear Takeru Toda,

We at Hope's Peak Academy are delighted to inform you that you are one of the sixteen talented students that have been chosen for enrollment into our humble school. As you already know, Hope's Peak gathers students of the highest caliber in their respective fields so they can be the best, the hope of the future. Graduating is a guarantee of success in life, even before college. Hope's Peak has been producing top-tier prospects in every discipline for hundreds of years. You, who has been elected the Super High School Level Novelist, wish you to join us in shaping the future of this world. If you choose to accept this offer, we will hold entrance ceremony next week. You will be introduced to your fellow students and be officially welcomed as a student of the prestigious Hope's Peak. We hope to see you there and join us in raising hope for the future.

-Sincerely, Hope's Peak Academy Headmaster

The arrival of the letter caught me entirely by surprise. Hope's Peak Academy… THE Hope's Peak Academy… wanted ME…

I never thought that me, of all people, would be scouted for one of the most prestigious school in the country. Was it a joke? A sick twisted prank? That's what I thought at first. But after I reread and reread the letter, I was left with the undeniable truth: Hope's Peak offered me a position as a student.

I didn't know what to feel. Hope's Peak Academy guarantees unimaginable success in life if you graduate, even before you get enrolled in college! Nobody in the right mind would refuse such an offer…

*Takeru Toda*

Super High School Level Novelist

Age: 16

Height: 5'6"

Weight: 138 lbs

I guess I should introduce myself, shouldn't I? Introductions are the beginnings of every story, even if they are my weakest points. My name is Takeru Toda, the SHSL Novelist. My history isn't very interesting, for myself at least. I was born into an average family, nothing out of the ordinary. My father died early on, leaving me with my mother, brother, and grandmother, who moved in to take care of me. I was always kind of interested in books; hell, I learned to read & write before any of my classmates. I wrote a lot when I was young, even if I never did finish a lot of the stories I started. I wrote for myself mostly. Why do I like writing so much? Well, I was never really interested with my casual life. Writing was a way to… escape. Yeah, thee freedom of a moving pencil, no limitations but your imagination… what else could you want?

In reality, I never saw my writing as any good. Probably the reason why I never finished any of my earlier works. Which is why I was surprised when my first published book, Affairs of the Castle, was very popular with teenagers. It was just a silly little thing set in a medieval setting. Did I underestimate myself? My title only just seems to make me even more divided on my feelings towards my writing.

Whoops! I rambled on, didn't I? Sorry, sometimes happens. Where were we? Right, Hope's Peak Academy. On the day of the ceremony, I woke up and got dressed. I threw my floppy green hat over my messy dark brown hair. I looked at my mirror to see how I looked, and saw two green eyes staring back at me.

I picked out my best clothes for this occasion, just to make a good impression on my new classmates, and hopefully, friends. Even if it wasn't much, at least I wouldn't go looking like a homeless person. I pulled on my black jackets and buttoned it up until the white shirt underneath was barely visible. I also threw on my only pair of jeans and a pair of black boots. Adequately dressed, I sighed and picked up my bag. It was mostly filled with pens, pencils, papers, and notebooks, yet it was undeniably heavy.

After bidding farewell to my mother and brother, and comforting my grandmother after a near breakdown, I left for the academy. I was undeniably excited: I was going to meet a lot of interesting people, go to a prestigious school, and have lots of fun. Yet fear pricked at the back of my mind. I was never the social type… or the studious type either. I had a bad feeling about going to Hope's Peak… like i'd regret choosing to go there. I tried discarding the thought. Nothing was going to stop me now. I mean, there couldn't be anything wrong with Hope's Peak… right?

I was so deep in thought I didn't notice I arrived at the steps to the entrance of Hope's Peak. This was it. Hope's Peak, the end of the road. Excitement… fear… anxiety... joy… all these feelings, racing through me. I couldn't wait! What awaits for me behind these doors? What are my classmates like? What would my life be like in these walls? Or more importantly, what would my life be like after Hope's Peak?

These are the questions that await for me behind these doors. I took a deep breath, summoned up all my courage, and took my first steps into the school.

I don't quite remember what happened next. My vision started getting blurry. My body became felt… weird, and my brain was having a hard time trying to keep up. And the next second, all went black.

When I finally regained consciousness, I found myself in some sort of classroom. My mind seemed to have recovered a bit, but I still felt totally steamed. What just happened? And where am I?

From what I can remember, I was entering Hope's Peak Academy when I suddenly lost consciousness. Maybe someone found me and brought me here? That would be the logical conclusion, but why did I faint in the first place?

My brain hurt from trying to think too much. I should look around the classroom and see if there's anything of interest. My eyes suddenly fell on the black board, which had a crude drawing of a… bear? The writing seemed unintelligible, but I could make out some words, like "Monokuma", and "Theater". What?

I tried to pay no mind to it. It must be just some doodle. Instead, I focused on the windows, which were boarded up with iron plates. What the hell!? Why are the windows boarded up!? Um… calm down Takeru, there is an explanation for this, i'm sure of it…

The windows worried me about my situation, but I managed to focus instead on the security cameras. Well, I guess Hope's Peak would have cameras everywhere. It is a privileged school after all.

As I looked around, I finally noticed something on one of the desks. On closer inspection, it was a hand-made pamphlet for Hope's Peak Academy. The writing was messy and written in crayon, but I could at least make out what it said.

Welcome to Hope's Peak Academy!

Are you having fun yet? Good! I'm proud to have such esteemed vic-er, I mean, students attending this school! Anyway, in case you're wondering about that lil' old entrance ceremony, meet up with the other students in the main hall. Got it? I'll be waiting for you bastards!

Oh, and in case you get lost, and you will, I drew a little map on the back for you. Aren't I nice?

And sure enough, there was a map on the back. With a red "X" over where the main hall should be.

What's going on? Is this someone's idea of a joke? This is getting more and more complicated to follow… but one thing is clear. I have to get to the main hall. Even if it is a prank, it's the only lead I have.

I sighed and exited the room. I followed the map, which was surprisingly accurate, and found myself in front of the entrance to the main hall. My destination. Here, the others SHOULD be waiting. Maybe this happened to them too? Or maybe they're the ones pranking me?

Whatever it is, i'll have to figure it out by entering the main hall. And that's by opening up the door. Summoning all my courage to face what's behind the door, I pushed the twin doors open.

Jesus Christ! That was longer than I expected. At least it came out alright… at least, I hope. A bit like any other SYOC story I read, but like Takeru said, introductions are my weak point. I apologize for Takeru. He's not completely developed, and he kind of has the same title as Fukawa. It was seriously the only thing I can think of. Oh, sorry, I was rambling again. For some reason, i'm quite smitten with Dangan Ronpa SYOCs, even if none of my characters are in it. It might be because of the character's deep, intriguing story, or the plot, which is most of the times, exciting. Which is why i'm writing an SYOC! I'll accept seven boys and eight girls, which including Takeru, adds up to a good ol' sixteen. Its time for SYOC details, isn't it? Read the details at the bottom to get the full idea:

1: PM only. This'll make it easier from everyone knowing any important details about your characters that are supposed to be secret. My deepest regrets for you who don't have accounts.

2: The application will be on my profile, so make sure you visit there.

3: Only one character per person. It allows everyone to have a fair chance of having a character accepted. I might change that rule depending on how many characters I receive, but for now, 1 character.

4: As you noticed, the story takes place in good ol' Hope's Peak. The layout is the same as in the 1st game, too. I can't say much about anything else though.

5: If you want to add anything to your character after you submitted their sheet, feel free to notify me as many times as you want! I don't mind. I'll try to accomodate your new info as well as I can. Just make sure it doesn't contradict anything established in your characters.

Hopefully this SYOC story turns out well. My main goal is to have a cast of well-rounded characters and an intriguing plot. It might take some time, but I think I can do it, right?