If you leave Shimeji Ralsei running long enough, he may clone himself. Suddenly, you have two Ralseis. Then four. Then eight. You end up with a swarm of fluffy princes crawling over your spreadsheet. You can control the population, but watching a platoon of Ralseis walk in a line is peak fan service.
If you have a generic Shimeji and want to imagine it is Ralsei, or if you are editing the text files, here is how a Ralsei Shimeji should behave on your desktop:
Standard Actions:
Interactive Behaviors:
Before diving into the fluffy prince, we must understand the software. "Shimeji" (a Japanese word often associated with fungus or mushrooms, though the software name’s etymology is debated) is a free, open-source Java desktop pet program. Initially popularized on Japanese forums like 2channel, Shimeji allows a cartoon character to wander freely across your computer screen. shimeji ralsei
Core mechanics of a Shimeji:
The Ralsei Shimeji is a custom "costume" (skin) built using this engine, replacing the default mascot with the dark prince. If you leave Shimeji Ralsei running long enough,
One of the signature moves of any Shimeji is the dangle. Ralsei will grab onto the top edge of a window and just hang there, his fluffy robe swaying. It is inexplicably soothing to watch during a stressful workday.