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Post by sprinkles on Sept 14, 2011 13:52:54 GMT -5
Sprinkles sliced open the belly of the Crab samurai before him. He was captured to be used for just this ritual. He drain the blood into a bowl and then sat down and stared into it. He started letting his mind slip into the Void. He let it carry him to his destination. He knew Shoju had been using a crystal to communicate to others. If you bent the Void around it perhaps he could tap into it. He pushed his mind towards Saisei and knew it would latch on. He was correct. In moments he was like a spirit in the same room with Shoju. He couldn't make out what was being said. It was like trying to hear underwater. He could sense the presence of others. He threw more power out and found the tethers to the crystal Shoju wore. One of them lead to another in the room: Haruka. He knew he risked being detected but he needed to know why she was there, he linked his consciousness to both crystals. Instantly he it was like being everywhere at once. He screamed in agony. It was like his mind was on fire. Surely Shoju felt him do it, but he had learned so much. Tenshi was alive,and the Monkey were there about to depart. Lord Daigotsu had forbid the Spider to move against Shoju but not the Monkey. This could be the excuss Sprinkles needed to be rid of Shoju. Sprinkles immediately gather a small army about to ride for the Wall. "Follow me we ride for Saisei."
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Post by Shoju on Sept 14, 2011 14:46:52 GMT -5
As the Monkey was departing, Shoju felt the Crystal grow warm. Something was amiss. Haruka was in the same room as him, and he was fairly confident that she hadn't given the other crystal to Senshi. Surely, she wouldn't be here if she had. Shoju clasped the crystal and felt the Presence. The GAIJIN[/i][/color]. The Thought clanged in his mind, his fury reaching a boiling point.
A former associate of mine has gained a mind's eye into the crystal. Shoju growled. I will see him sundered and served to Emma-O myself for the betrayal. Shoju stood and moved towards Haruka behind the curtain. Are you well enough to ride? I fear the Spider will be moving this way soon, and while you seem determined to put yourself in a position where death is a likely outcome, I don't believe it is with the filth that rides this way.
Shoju turned and looked at Tenshi And you? Are you able to leave? Should I prepare for escorts to aid you? Are you well? Shoju searched his mind. Tenshi seemed to be happy, her emotions at a crescendo, but he needed to be sure.
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Bayushi Haruka
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Post by Bayushi Haruka on Sept 14, 2011 15:00:55 GMT -5
Tenshi took a few deep breaths as she slowly got upright, still keeping a protective grasp on her own form as she smiled at Shoju.
"I'm all right, I'm ready to depart with you at a moment's notice, Shoju-sama."
Haruka was still somewhat stilled, her eyes distant and averted to the ceiling as she listened to the peril coming their way. Strangely though, her emotion was cold and without a single flinch as though such matters hardly concerned her.
But she sat up regardless and seemed to steady herself a bit less protectively than her sister. Her head and gaze hung low as she took a deep breath to recover her strength again.
"That leads to my second request Shoju-san. I need a way to the imperial court, in Toshi Ranbo. As I'm sure you're well aware, the Scorpion have had a bit of a mishap with a Hantei ambassador.."
The words rolled off her tongue with mild distaste. She did her best to keep her eyes averted to stop from revealing anything more. "Someone must go to answer for this. I need your skills once again. I will only need my horse, and then my way to the capital. With or without your help Shoju-san."
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Post by Shoju on Sept 15, 2011 9:22:57 GMT -5
Shoju stood and walked to the credenza, and produced a Scroll. It looked fairly benign, but old. Take this Haruka-san. Once you are clear of the Shadowlands, break the seal, and concentrate on your desire to make your way to Toshi Ranbo. The scroll will see you make it there with expedience. Using it in the Shadowlands has never had a positive effect. My suspicion is the Kansen corrupt it. Keep the Scroll safe Haruka-san. It could prove to be your saving grace.
Shoju bowed low to Haruka. I understand the need to answer to the Emperor. Perhaps in meeting with him you will find the answers you desired when we spoke last. Until we meet again, Haruka-san. Shoju turned and began preparing to depart. He grabbed a few things from the Credenza, and then walked to Tenshi. His mind buzzed with thought. Thoughts of her, the child she now carried, her new condition, the void inside him, healing like a wound, the Treacherous Gaijin who dared think he was Shoju's Equal.
Shoju ushered Tenshi outside, and found that Bonfei had been quickly arranging their small garrison of troops, and the courtiers, and commoners. They seemed ready to move, but fearful. As they caught sight of their Champion exiting the temple, there was a wave of relief and light cheers. As they saw the woman next to him, there was a stunned silence. There had been rumors that she was death, that she was the only undead permitted into this new clan. But... her current condition would certainly beg the question "could she really be dead?"
Bonfei strode towards his Champion and bowed. Our numbers are greater than I thought Shoju-dono. We number just over twelve hundred soldiers, and nearly three thousand total. I fear we will not have the ships to transport us all. [/b] Bonfei had a grim expression with the news.
Shoju smiled. Fear not Bonfei. If your men are smart they will be shopping for several Sengokobune and crew. If it takes multiple trips, We will make the isles of Candas a home until all of our people are gone. We just have to hope that the sleeping Naga don't mind us borrowing the isles above them. Shoju clasped Bonfei as the shoulder as he began moving towards Tenshi's steed. He inspected the steed, and moved back towards Tenshi.
Bonfei stared at Tenshi in disbelief. He too had thought her dead. The change was startling. He opened his mouth to say something, but thought better of it. He figured it was best not to question.
Shoju walked with Tenshi to her steed. After she was seated, Shoju mounted a non-descript horse that seemed uneasy at the touch. Shoju stroked the neck of the beast, and it seemed to calm. WE RIDE!
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Post by Bayushi Haruka on Sept 15, 2011 11:35:20 GMT -5
Shoju could now feel the closeness of the crystal leaving him, as Haruka departed a different direction and well out of sight. She had already summoned her steed from the stable and been on her way without so much as a goodbye or any other parting words.
Out in the open, for a moment Haruka had to look back.
This place, where so much happened, where I battled with my brothers at my side. And here I am returning to it, alone for my own will. I wonder if this should be the last time I see it...[/color]
Out of sight she gripped a small bit of the burnt structure she had collected on her armor before departing when it was first destroyed by Senshi's brother. She clutched it in her hand bitterly as she bowed her head and said a prayer for the deceased and then continued on her way.
The moment she was free of the tainted ground, she would unmount, and send Riku home on his own. The seal cracked, and the faint feeling of Haruka's presence faded from Shoju's crystal.
Someone would go to answer for the mishaps of Kyuden Bayushi.
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Post by Shoju on Sept 16, 2011 14:16:49 GMT -5
The caravan that was the Snake Clan began pushing south east from Saisei, seemingly deeper in to the Shadowlands. The Force of the Snake Clan held the outside perimeter of the caravan, with Scouts out in all directions. A group of people this deep in the shadowlands, and this large was bound to attract the attention of something. Shoju just hoped that something was small, and not some Oni time forgot.
Shoju rode next to Tenshi, and asked; How are you faring?
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Post by Tenshi on Sept 16, 2011 14:26:38 GMT -5
Tenshi's gaze seemed distant and her thoughts subdued into nothingness, but the moment she noticed Shoju coming up to her side she seemed to reawaken.
"Oh my sincerest apologies, Shoju-sama, I was merely taking in this landscape with a renewed vision. I had never seen places like these when I was alive before. Only stories."
Nothing but nightmares and corruption.. those that enter never returning, an endless wasteland that consumes all hope and leaves the pure marked and marred forever. Such wild tales to keep the girls in their beds.[/i]
She gave a discontented sigh as she shifted uneasily in her saddle. Her pure white steed Yuki seemed to pay not attention as his eyes just fixated on the road ahead.
"I don't know how Haruka could ride with armor or in a heated situation like this.. it's so very unsettling. But I suppose it is easier than walking.."
And she had two children of all things.. from the way she carried herself she seemed like she was injured too, but she seemed to do her best not to show it. I suspect she even rode into battle. The madwoman, her husband must be furious.[/i]
Although the thought of Senshi squirming in agony was a vision that brought endless amusement to Tenshi as she allowed a broad smile on her face.
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Post by sprinkles on Sept 17, 2011 20:10:34 GMT -5
Sprinkles used the air kami to track the movement of those leaving Saisei. Unfortunately tracking so many meant he couldn't single anyone out. Two groups were traveling away. A small group and a larger group. Sprinkles looked at his troops, 100 samurai. The smaller group then. He moved off towards the smaller group unaware that he moved in on the Monkey and not his prey: Shoju.
(O.O.C.) Sorry for the late post been busy.
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Post by Toku Hirotomo on Sept 18, 2011 10:20:58 GMT -5
Kenpachi started to get a cold feeling. He could sense maho, but not from any direction. He tried to reassure himself it was due to his being in the Shadowlands, but still. He barked out orders to protect the Snake members of his caravan. Something felt wrong.
(Sorry, RL no Oni's been chomping at my heels. Bring it Mr. Sprinkes-san)
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Post by sprinkles on Sept 18, 2011 23:27:08 GMT -5
Sprinkles men spotted the caravan in the distance. "Charge!" The cavalry charged into the Monkey defenses. Sprinkles followed shortly behind scoping out the individuals. He didn't see Shoju but did see several other members of the Snake Clan. He also spotted Kenpachi. He recognized him from the Festival of the White Orchid. "Toku Kenpachi, I will spare the lives of your men if you surrender the Snake to me. What say you?"
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Post by Shoju on Sept 19, 2011 9:27:33 GMT -5
Tamihei Unong drew his Katana and Wakizashi in the niten style of his Dragon Ancestors and began the defense of the Caravan. DO NOT LET THEM WIN! GLORY TO THE SNAKE CLAN! Unong fought through the Spider. These had been his brothers in arms. he had trained with some of these men. To see them turn on him now wasn't saddening to see. It was Infuriating. He kept fighting, and made his way towards the Chuda in the background.
What is the meaning of this Chuda! Your lord guaranteed us protection, and the right to leave. You attack now without the blessing of your lord!
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Post by sprinkles on Sept 19, 2011 10:49:59 GMT -5
Sprinkles turned his attention to Unong. "I need no blessing. I shall tear down any who stand in my path. Even Daigotsu himself."
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Post by Toku Hirotomo on Sept 19, 2011 13:07:34 GMT -5
Kenpachi spat. "Protect the Snake, archers to the front, wait for my commands!." Kenpachi was furous. Not for the attack, that was expected. That they would even think that he would abandon helpless allies was turing his blood hot. One volley of arrows later, he led the Monkey against the Spider. "Hold the line! Do not let them pass! For Toku!"
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Post by sprinkles on Sept 19, 2011 17:51:21 GMT -5
Sprinkles watched the first volley take out several of his men. He would not be able to sustain a attack like this for long and it would cost him dearly. But allowing the Snake to survive now would be dreadful to him. He had said too much. "ENOUGH! Let us settle this Kenpachi. I challenge you for the lives of the Snake! To the death!"
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Post by Toku Hirotomo on Sept 19, 2011 19:37:18 GMT -5
Kenpachi unsaddled and drew his ono. "I AM TOKU KENPACHI LITTLE SPIDER! SON OF THE FORTUNE HIMSELF!" He roared, walking through the ranks of his men. He winked at the Snake as he passed them. The weight of his ono was familiar, and his breathing became measured. To the death? Perhaps his.
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