Post by Shoju on Jul 1, 2011 9:25:20 GMT -5
A young boy no older than 13 is holding a Scroll Case. of exquisite Craftsmanship. It appears to be done with detail in the style of a celebrated Crane sculptor from long ago. The design is impeccable.
The Case is black lacquered wood, with jade filigree, and it bears the mon of Spider upon its seal. There is no taint to be found on the case, or scroll inside.
The Scroll reads;
Champion of the Crane,
I hope that my letter finds you all well. I am Chuda Shoju, and I will be commanding the ground forces of the Spider at Toshi Ranbo in defense of The Son of Heaven. I am writing you in a desire to add your clan to the defense of Toshi Ranbo.
I understand the hesitation that you and many others like you hold towards the Spider. Our history is short, and checkered, and skepticism of our motives is understood. As some of the Crane's greatest heroes can attest to, the Mark of the Shadowlands is a gift that not all can bear the weight of. That is why, when you look at the ranks of the Spider, not all of our order are blessed with the responsibility of the burden. If you decide to side with the Son of Heave, we will honor any desires you might have pertaining to speaking with those of the Spider who are free of this burden, or if you wish to speak to me in a place more advantageous to yourself.
I am currently awaiting acceptance of my pledge of support at a rise south west of Toshi Ranbo, and can see the far from this vantage point. I do hope to see your banners on the horizon soon.
We are unclear of the motives of the Mantis as well, and will be making a similar plea to them. It is our hope that they will see the logic of defending the Son of Heaven, and come to our aid. It is my hope that when this conflict is complete, the Spider will find themselves on equal footing with the Great Clans of the Empire, and our checkered past will be at least being to be a fading memory.
I look forward to myself, or one of my delegates speaking with you in person.
Chuda Shoju.
The Case is black lacquered wood, with jade filigree, and it bears the mon of Spider upon its seal. There is no taint to be found on the case, or scroll inside.
The Scroll reads;
Champion of the Crane,
I hope that my letter finds you all well. I am Chuda Shoju, and I will be commanding the ground forces of the Spider at Toshi Ranbo in defense of The Son of Heaven. I am writing you in a desire to add your clan to the defense of Toshi Ranbo.
I understand the hesitation that you and many others like you hold towards the Spider. Our history is short, and checkered, and skepticism of our motives is understood. As some of the Crane's greatest heroes can attest to, the Mark of the Shadowlands is a gift that not all can bear the weight of. That is why, when you look at the ranks of the Spider, not all of our order are blessed with the responsibility of the burden. If you decide to side with the Son of Heave, we will honor any desires you might have pertaining to speaking with those of the Spider who are free of this burden, or if you wish to speak to me in a place more advantageous to yourself.
I am currently awaiting acceptance of my pledge of support at a rise south west of Toshi Ranbo, and can see the far from this vantage point. I do hope to see your banners on the horizon soon.
We are unclear of the motives of the Mantis as well, and will be making a similar plea to them. It is our hope that they will see the logic of defending the Son of Heaven, and come to our aid. It is my hope that when this conflict is complete, the Spider will find themselves on equal footing with the Great Clans of the Empire, and our checkered past will be at least being to be a fading memory.
I look forward to myself, or one of my delegates speaking with you in person.
Chuda Shoju.