Post by Shoju on Aug 10, 2011 9:35:53 GMT -5
This RP takes place shortly after the Bloom of the White Orchid, and does involve things that some may question. This is my response to the Spider emissary being ordered to death by the Hantei loyal Clans. This is similar to prominent dragon members going on a musha shugyo to remain loyal to their decision to support Toturi III.
This RP is open to any Spider who wishes to join me in this endeavor, as well as Haruka/Tenshi, Kenpachi/Hirotomo, and Agasha Shodai. Those people may post freely without PMing me first. Others who wish to join this RP, please PM me, and we will disucss it.
The City of the Lost, Temple of the Ninth Kami
The Decision to meet with the Lord of the Spider had been a difficult one. Shoju was unsure what the reaction to his request would be, and had feared the worst. After Speaking with Daigotsu, and ensuring him that his loyalty to Daigotsu would never waver, Daigotsu acquiesced that Shoju's plan had merit. It would allow a second chance at shaping the events of the war, and supporting the Son of Heaven.
Shoju left the Meeting with The Lord of the Spider with a smile on his face. he was clothed in a new Kimono. Black, with Purple-grey accents, and a Silver Snake Stitched into the back. His hair hung loose, near his chin, and his face looked fairer than it had since he gained the body of the Crab. It was as if the physical form of the Crab were taking on the attributes of Shoju's previous body.... without the reminders of his life lessons. Curious times indeed.
The orders were sent ahead of Shoju to Saisei. All undead stationed at Saisei were to be withdrawn to the City of the Lost. All Bakemono were to return to their home in the Big Stink. Word began filtering through the City of the Lost that the Chuda Daimyo had left, and that he was making a home for any living members of the lost with a desire to aid the Hantei dynasty in Saisei.
As Shoju left the City, he found several Goju who wished to swear fealty to his cause. He tasked them with finding Tenshi. News had come to him that her parents home had been destroyed, presumably with them in it. They were to start looking there, and follow leads until Tenshi was found, they were to use the crystal they had to contact him.
Shiro Saisei, a short time later
Saisei had been busier for sure. The numbers were small, but a few more people showed up every day. Shoju hoped that Saisei was deep enough in the shadowlands to warrant them protection while they prepared. He was showing signs of fatigue, but much planning had gone into the past week, and things had to be just right. Shoju had called for all who lived in Saisei currently to enter the court, and it was time to deliver his address.
Shoju walked into the court, and everyone looked at him. Many people in this room had seen Shoju at a distance, some had never seen him at all. Those who had been privy to being this close to him before bowed. The others, soon followed suit.
"Welcome. There have been rumblings about the reasons behind the loyal followers of Hantei being moved here to Saisei. There have been fears raised, questions gone unanswered, and uncertainty for sure. It is time for you to understand what has transpired. The Empire has denied the Spider's offer of aid for legitimization. They have driven us from the lands.
Some say that there were breaches of Etiquette, others say that the Empire wishes us dead. I say that the Empire simply mistrusts the Shadowlands. That is why we are here. Those loyal to the Hantei are casting aside our Spider ties. If you choose to stay here, in Saisei, with me and move forward in our quest to ensure that the True Son of Heaven resides on the Throne, you will no longer be a member of the Spider.
You will swear fealty to me, and to the Snake Clan. I am the descendant of Chuda Choro, the 2nd champion of the Snake Clan. That means that the lands now occupied by the Isawa and referred to as the Dragon Heart Plains are my lands. My families lands. In an effort to remove ourselves from the Spider, we will not be taking the name Chuda with us. That name is corrupted by the histories. We will instead take the name Tamihei, the name of the Chuda who risked all to elevate the Snake Clan. While this name too carries a dishonor, it will fall to us to bring it glory.
The Isawa wiped my clan from the face of Rokugan in five nights. Our lands lay broken, haunted, and overrun with those who use powers they don't care to understand. It will fall to us to secure our lands, remove those from it who blaspheme, and begin to start anew. For the time being, We have Saisei to call home. But I wish to return it to its rightful owners, the Spider, as quickly as possible.
Shoju stood firm for a moment. and surveyed those assembled. If you disagree with my vision so far, you are free to leave, and rejoin the spider. Shoju watched, a few samurai slowly backed out of the courtroom and left.
There will be laws in the clan that some of you may find too restrictive. You too will be give a chance to remain Spider. The use of Maho, while not strictly forbidden, will be monitored. We will not use it to raise the dead. The Power will be respected, not abused, and the blood you use must be given willingly.
Failure to abide by these laws will result in a fate worse than death. Shoju motioned, and the old librarian was brought into the room, drug by his feet. His existence only ensured by the maho that held him together.
Shoju motioned again, and the librarian was drug back out of the room. We will adhere to the tenants of Shourido, and we will abide by all laws of the Empire, save those superceded by our own. If you now wish to stay with the Spider, you are free to leave.
Shoju watched, and a few of the 'seedier' tsukai left. He figured they would. So far, no surprises. Now. Come forth, and claim your right as a member of the Snake.
Shoju's Quarters in the Iron Citadel, Shiro Saisei
Those who stayed swore fealty to the Snake Clan with Zeal. Shoju was unsure if they were even large enough to be considered a Minor clan, but he hoped that it would be enough to get started. Shoju penned a letter, and then made two copies of it. They were sealed in Black Laquered Scroll Cases, and sealed in Wax with the Mon of the Snake. The Letters were addressed to Bayushi Haruka, Toku Kenpachi, and Agasha Shodai.
Humble Servant of the Empire.
I write you today not as the Daimyo of the Chuda Family of the Spider, Not as a member of the Spider, but as the Champion of the Snake Clan.
After the Empire made their decision final on dealing with the Spider, I have decided it is for the best that I take my family's post in the Empire. Throughout the Histories of Rokugan, you will find that the Snake Clan was summarily wiped out in the 5 nights of shame, but their status as a minor clan was never withdrawn. As a descendant of Chuda Choro, the second champion of the Snake Clan, the Championship, and Lands of the Snake Clan are my birthright.
I understand many have reasons to distrust me and my motives. That is why I ask for council with you to discuss my claim, my lands, and my place in the Empire. I implore each of you to travel to my temporary home in Shiro Saisei with your most trusted honor guard.
This Letter will serve to secure your travel from the Wall to my home. I do wish that my home weren't nestled in the Shadowlands, but at this time, attempting to take back my lands by force is not advantageous.
Also understand that any movement of a large force against our position will be seen as an act of aggression, and our allies will not hesitate to engage in our defense. We wish for this to be a diplomatic meeting, the first of many between our people and yours, but the last of its kind held in Saisei.
Humbly
Tamihei Shoju,
Champion of the Snake clan.
This RP is open to any Spider who wishes to join me in this endeavor, as well as Haruka/Tenshi, Kenpachi/Hirotomo, and Agasha Shodai. Those people may post freely without PMing me first. Others who wish to join this RP, please PM me, and we will disucss it.
The City of the Lost, Temple of the Ninth Kami
The Decision to meet with the Lord of the Spider had been a difficult one. Shoju was unsure what the reaction to his request would be, and had feared the worst. After Speaking with Daigotsu, and ensuring him that his loyalty to Daigotsu would never waver, Daigotsu acquiesced that Shoju's plan had merit. It would allow a second chance at shaping the events of the war, and supporting the Son of Heaven.
Shoju left the Meeting with The Lord of the Spider with a smile on his face. he was clothed in a new Kimono. Black, with Purple-grey accents, and a Silver Snake Stitched into the back. His hair hung loose, near his chin, and his face looked fairer than it had since he gained the body of the Crab. It was as if the physical form of the Crab were taking on the attributes of Shoju's previous body.... without the reminders of his life lessons. Curious times indeed.
The orders were sent ahead of Shoju to Saisei. All undead stationed at Saisei were to be withdrawn to the City of the Lost. All Bakemono were to return to their home in the Big Stink. Word began filtering through the City of the Lost that the Chuda Daimyo had left, and that he was making a home for any living members of the lost with a desire to aid the Hantei dynasty in Saisei.
As Shoju left the City, he found several Goju who wished to swear fealty to his cause. He tasked them with finding Tenshi. News had come to him that her parents home had been destroyed, presumably with them in it. They were to start looking there, and follow leads until Tenshi was found, they were to use the crystal they had to contact him.
Shiro Saisei, a short time later
Saisei had been busier for sure. The numbers were small, but a few more people showed up every day. Shoju hoped that Saisei was deep enough in the shadowlands to warrant them protection while they prepared. He was showing signs of fatigue, but much planning had gone into the past week, and things had to be just right. Shoju had called for all who lived in Saisei currently to enter the court, and it was time to deliver his address.
Shoju walked into the court, and everyone looked at him. Many people in this room had seen Shoju at a distance, some had never seen him at all. Those who had been privy to being this close to him before bowed. The others, soon followed suit.
"Welcome. There have been rumblings about the reasons behind the loyal followers of Hantei being moved here to Saisei. There have been fears raised, questions gone unanswered, and uncertainty for sure. It is time for you to understand what has transpired. The Empire has denied the Spider's offer of aid for legitimization. They have driven us from the lands.
Some say that there were breaches of Etiquette, others say that the Empire wishes us dead. I say that the Empire simply mistrusts the Shadowlands. That is why we are here. Those loyal to the Hantei are casting aside our Spider ties. If you choose to stay here, in Saisei, with me and move forward in our quest to ensure that the True Son of Heaven resides on the Throne, you will no longer be a member of the Spider.
You will swear fealty to me, and to the Snake Clan. I am the descendant of Chuda Choro, the 2nd champion of the Snake Clan. That means that the lands now occupied by the Isawa and referred to as the Dragon Heart Plains are my lands. My families lands. In an effort to remove ourselves from the Spider, we will not be taking the name Chuda with us. That name is corrupted by the histories. We will instead take the name Tamihei, the name of the Chuda who risked all to elevate the Snake Clan. While this name too carries a dishonor, it will fall to us to bring it glory.
The Isawa wiped my clan from the face of Rokugan in five nights. Our lands lay broken, haunted, and overrun with those who use powers they don't care to understand. It will fall to us to secure our lands, remove those from it who blaspheme, and begin to start anew. For the time being, We have Saisei to call home. But I wish to return it to its rightful owners, the Spider, as quickly as possible.
Shoju stood firm for a moment. and surveyed those assembled. If you disagree with my vision so far, you are free to leave, and rejoin the spider. Shoju watched, a few samurai slowly backed out of the courtroom and left.
There will be laws in the clan that some of you may find too restrictive. You too will be give a chance to remain Spider. The use of Maho, while not strictly forbidden, will be monitored. We will not use it to raise the dead. The Power will be respected, not abused, and the blood you use must be given willingly.
Failure to abide by these laws will result in a fate worse than death. Shoju motioned, and the old librarian was brought into the room, drug by his feet. His existence only ensured by the maho that held him together.
Shoju motioned again, and the librarian was drug back out of the room. We will adhere to the tenants of Shourido, and we will abide by all laws of the Empire, save those superceded by our own. If you now wish to stay with the Spider, you are free to leave.
Shoju watched, and a few of the 'seedier' tsukai left. He figured they would. So far, no surprises. Now. Come forth, and claim your right as a member of the Snake.
Shoju's Quarters in the Iron Citadel, Shiro Saisei
Those who stayed swore fealty to the Snake Clan with Zeal. Shoju was unsure if they were even large enough to be considered a Minor clan, but he hoped that it would be enough to get started. Shoju penned a letter, and then made two copies of it. They were sealed in Black Laquered Scroll Cases, and sealed in Wax with the Mon of the Snake. The Letters were addressed to Bayushi Haruka, Toku Kenpachi, and Agasha Shodai.
Humble Servant of the Empire.
I write you today not as the Daimyo of the Chuda Family of the Spider, Not as a member of the Spider, but as the Champion of the Snake Clan.
After the Empire made their decision final on dealing with the Spider, I have decided it is for the best that I take my family's post in the Empire. Throughout the Histories of Rokugan, you will find that the Snake Clan was summarily wiped out in the 5 nights of shame, but their status as a minor clan was never withdrawn. As a descendant of Chuda Choro, the second champion of the Snake Clan, the Championship, and Lands of the Snake Clan are my birthright.
I understand many have reasons to distrust me and my motives. That is why I ask for council with you to discuss my claim, my lands, and my place in the Empire. I implore each of you to travel to my temporary home in Shiro Saisei with your most trusted honor guard.
This Letter will serve to secure your travel from the Wall to my home. I do wish that my home weren't nestled in the Shadowlands, but at this time, attempting to take back my lands by force is not advantageous.
Also understand that any movement of a large force against our position will be seen as an act of aggression, and our allies will not hesitate to engage in our defense. We wish for this to be a diplomatic meeting, the first of many between our people and yours, but the last of its kind held in Saisei.
Humbly
Tamihei Shoju,
Champion of the Snake clan.