Akodo Keisuke
Lion Clan Mod
Lion Clan Regent ?Samurai ?Daimyo ?First Among Generals ?Tactician ?Commander ?Loyal
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Post by Akodo Keisuke on Aug 22, 2011 10:13:16 GMT -5
Open RPKeisuke bowed before entering the large command tent, he strode in and took position at the head of the map table turning to address the gathered samurai commanders and officers. Bowing once more to them he spoke, What a fine collection of Samurai, the finest the Empire has seen in many years. We have gathered here because Hantei has turned is back on the people of the empire, he has turned is back on his duty and his obligation to the people he governs. We are here by the grace of Toturi III to show Hantei the error of his ways.Today we will begin the first strike in what will be a campaign that will remove Hantei from the Steel Throne. I believe you know when an enemy intends to do you harm, but are you truly prepared. Have you observed our enemies, discerned their weaknesses, appraised their strengths, discovered their hopes and fears. To know our enemies is to defeat them.Pointing at various places on the large map he begins to speak in a more direct and determined tone, In this conflict our enemy will expect a blind head long attack at the heart of Toshi Ranbo, with out giving thoughts to prepare for an extended campaign. So, we will do no such thing. Matsu Deathseekers and flanked by our cavalry will charge straight through destroying any resistance before the walls of the city. This will appear to leave a long and thine supply line connecting our forces together. However, the main armies will be moving apace with the lead elements and from three separate directions approaching the city. Our Wardens and Beastmasters will meet their scouts and harriers while the main army moves in and begins work on the siege lines.
Pulling his katana from his belt still in the saya and holding it in front of him, It has been said that mine honor is my life, for that I will live and for that I will die. What is honor? Honor is the absolute and unselfish adherence to bushido. To honesty, courtesy, to courage, compassion, to sincerity and to duty. Honor encompasses all these yet it is greater. Drawing the blade so that the light reflects brightly off its polished surface. Honor is flame illuminating the difference between and armed savage and the true samurai. It is the light that will guide you along the warriors path and the path to victory.After closing the blade and replacing it at his side, and in a softer voice, You have your orders, now go. Show the empire what it means to face the Lion.
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Yasuki Chad
Crane Clan
Crab Clan
*Crab Clan Courtier *Experienced *Samurai *Daimyo *Hero *Experienced *Commander
Posts: 476
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Post by Yasuki Chad on Aug 22, 2011 21:12:51 GMT -5
Yasuki Chad is at his command tent in the Fortified camp outside the Western Gate of Toshi Ranbo. It is mid-morning and the sky is overcast. Cries can be heard from the wall and shortly there-after, a young samurai of the Crane rushes to his tent.
"My Lord, come quick! There is something you must see!."
Bounding up the stairs, he makes the wall even as a massive Kiai shout echoes across the plains west of the city as ten-thouand lion cry out for blood and glory. Though still miles away, the advance throws a cloud of dust into the air that looks to darken the sky still further.
"Bring me my armor. Sound the general alarm throughout the city. They are COMING!", he draws his katana and leaps to the top of the parapet. He turns to face the garrison. Crane and Dragon, Seppun and Yasuki, Pheonix and Ronin. Even scattered amounts of loyal Lion, Mantis, Unicorn, and Scorpion. As the alarm drums sound, he faces them all and shouts loud enough for the Heavens themselves to hear;
"The Shogun's Forces approach! They think to defeat us, to tear down our walls and to capture our Emperor! THE EMPEROR! They who have thrown duty away! They who have broken sworn oaths to follow a Traitor! A man whose entire life has been one of naked ambition! A man who knelt before his brother and swore his life to his service! A Man who at first opportunity turned his armies inward. Does such a man have any honor?"
As one, the garrison shouts "NNNOOOOOOOO!!!"
"This far and no more! THEY SHALL NOT CROSS OUR LINE!"
The camp erupts in cheers. The alarms are throughout the city now. The Capital is roused for war.
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Akodo Taiyo
Lion Clan
Lion Clan Hero ? Samurai ? Tactican ? Shireikan ? Honorable ? Loyal
Posts: 196
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Post by Akodo Taiyo on Aug 22, 2011 22:06:20 GMT -5
Taiyo shifted uncomfortably while waiting for his turn to speak. My lord, reports have begun to come in. Our patrols have been successful in foraging the enemy's supplies. Thus far we have acquired several hundred bushels of rice from surrounding villages. Most of the peasants have begun to flee the area, but our Wardens have closed the roads and revoked travel papers, making it more difficult for enemy spies to move about. It is unfortunate that the peasants have to share the burden of this assault, but the Daidoji leave us little choice.
Stretching his arm out to indicate an area of the map between Toshi Ranbo and the Lion encampment, The Ikoma have provided our archers with several lines of taiheiki emaki which are located here, here and here. They are providing excellent cover against the barrage of arrows coming from the walls. All in all we are positioned very well here while we await the arrival of our allies.
Pausing for a moment in an attempt to present the proper composure, Unfortunately, things do not go so well in Permission City. Our skirmishers have been unable to hold back the army of the Emerald Champion, and the city is now besieged. If we can spare them, I request permission to send reinforcements there at once. It will go poorly for us if his army is able to press our main line from the west, and we must delay him at all costs. We must give our allies the time they need to join us here at the capital and end this before too much blood has soaked the grass.
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Daigotsu Daisuke
Spider Clan
Former Lion Bushi - Newly Initiated Maho Tsukai
Posts: 330
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Post by Daigotsu Daisuke on Aug 22, 2011 22:42:44 GMT -5
As Akodo Keisuke continues his discussion with his generals in the tent, a far older samurai walks in with the thought and grace of a monk outfitted in light samurai armor with a daisho tucked at his hip. After showing his credentials to the guards he stands politely out of bounds of the planning table and bows very low to the men seated, far too low for a man his age. After being acknowledged by the group, he steps in towards the table... procuring a box not previously noticed he gently sets it on the table. At which point he says: " To the distinguished generals here, I - Akodo Jin - have returned from my scouting mission into the western parts of the city. I found out there was a snotty nobleman by the name of Yasuki Chad guarding that section of the city, but what I found out was even more shocking. He opens the box to reveal a good size quantity of opium. After being within the city for a few hours I came across one of the city guard taking advantage of a guard shift change to make a quick deal with one of the local thugs. It seems that such a thing is pervasive through out Hantei's city guard. Im not sure where they might have found it, but after tracking the thug a little ways it seems to have led its way back to a few upper officials within Hantei's bureaucracy. I'd like to point this as just one of many examples at the corruption and negligence of the Hantei government. That such deals take place even as we struggle to take the city from the enemy. Their government is corrupt, and will soon crumble either from outside... or within. That is all I have to add my generals. This information is yours to use as I am a but a humble servant of the Lion.With that he bows very low again after being excused. OOC: After having my clan displayed as being poor and unmannered (in some mantis hantei dissident posts) and continuing to have insults flung at us from all sides i figured now was the time to throw in something interesting. These are up to the reader to decide whether such a thing is true or not. Frankly i like stirring up the pot and i feel that this post will probably do as such. I'll let you know that Jin is old enough to have accumulated a bit of honor as well as infamy so its up to you how much you trust such a report. But man it feels good getting that desire out. btw whats the color other lion are using in their text!? I want to conform but can't find the name of it
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Akodo Taiyo
Lion Clan
Lion Clan Hero ? Samurai ? Tactican ? Shireikan ? Honorable ? Loyal
Posts: 196
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Post by Akodo Taiyo on Aug 22, 2011 23:25:54 GMT -5
Jin-sama, you honor us with your presence! This news you deliver is disappointing, but not altogether unexpected. Please, try not to judge our adversaries so harshly. You must remember, they have forgotten that this so called Hantei is no more divine than any other samurai in all the empire. If they truly wished for a Hantei on the throne, would they not scour the Otomo for one with Hantei blood?
But no, Taiyo thought to himself, that's not what they want. They wish to protect the status quo, even though it would mean the downfall of the empire. This remains, and always has been a matter between two of Toturi's children, and Kaneka-sama merely wishes to rectify a mistake from long ago that until recently was too hidden to address, while it began to fester and rot the empire from within. It is our duty as the Right Hand of the true emperor to make sure this mistake is rectified, and that Kaneka-sama ascends to the throne.
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Yasuki Chad
Crane Clan
Crab Clan
*Crab Clan Courtier *Experienced *Samurai *Daimyo *Hero *Experienced *Commander
Posts: 476
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Post by Yasuki Chad on Aug 22, 2011 23:26:35 GMT -5
(ooc: Ouch! That's a Low post, Jin. I'm offended my guard is so... junkie.
It looks like most of the Lion Use Orange. Yellow seems to look a bit off.)
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Tamori Manji
Dragon Clan Mod
Demon Fox (妖狐)
?Dragon Clan ?Hatamoto ?Fire ?Void ?Yamabushi ?Tattoed ?Nonhuman
Posts: 922
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Post by Tamori Manji on Aug 23, 2011 0:01:50 GMT -5
OOC: Well, although it wasn't me who stabbed then kicked a Lion from my ship, I must say this whole situation is very funny. Also, I can't help if our arguments and posts are sexier than those of the usurper's hehehe PS: Jin-san, the color you're looking for is called DARKGOLDENROD.
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Alesha
Spider Clan
Fallen Crane * Duelist * Bloodspeaker * Tactician * Maho-Bujin
Posts: 418
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Post by Alesha on Aug 23, 2011 0:07:16 GMT -5
As Tuturist forces approach the command group of Kakita Legions rides out, flying the banners of Kakita Daimyo. The Shireikan's sashimono is obvious, as one of assistants launches the signalling arrow, and it flies with a loud noise towards the Lion.
"I am Kakita Alesha, Shireikan of the Kakita Forces. Whose army do I face? Show yourself, don't hide behind your legions!"
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Bayushi Haruka
Scorpion Clan
OOC Cleanup Crew
Samurai? Battle Maiden? Cavalry? Paragon of Courage? Friend of the Lion
Posts: 1,054
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Post by Bayushi Haruka on Aug 23, 2011 0:23:49 GMT -5
A smile crossed the battle maiden's lips, though out of sight. Haruka armored in red lead her legion of cavalry around the sides and into sight. The Scorpion painted across her front in plain sight.
She had only just arrived though to assist in the battle. Her pure black Utaku stallion seemed calm and confident as they made their presence known but did not advance to intercept yet. Armed with her lance she was showing her true Shiotome style as she was ready to fight.
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Daigotsu Daisuke
Spider Clan
Former Lion Bushi - Newly Initiated Maho Tsukai
Posts: 330
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Post by Daigotsu Daisuke on Aug 23, 2011 3:19:29 GMT -5
Again the old samurai bows and says: "I greatly apologize esteemed Akodo-sama, in my day we were proud to have a Toturi on the throne, and we knew that the Hantei dynasty had come to a close. We would battle uphill both ways... and we liked it that way! None of this new-fangled hantei XL nonsense. People had dignity back then.OOC: hahahahaha just kidding that post never happend! I couldn't help myself but make jokes about Jin's age. To Manji hahahahaha yea it was first writing up a matsu who fits the obnoxious matsu stereotype (i try not to rant once a week about how much i hate that stereotype) then having the audacity to say that he was a prestigious dignitary of toturi/the lion that got to me. Give Tomatsu the credit that he might actually send capable lion as diplomats. I regarded a good bit of that post as slightly insulting, but none-the-less its not his fault that the "i kill everything because im mad now" stereotype of the matsu exists, he just played on it to his advantage. Which i really can't blame him. Its ok if your arguments are sexier... they're like the dumb blond who can't spell her name. While we all want to do nasty unspeakable things to that blonde, no one really listens to her opinions or cares what she has to say . I joke cause i love! @yasuki Chad sorry buddy, the mantis who killed my clan mate made me mad, it was you who then made some choice pro-hantei comments that my toturi loving sensibilities grew slightly offended. You were just the first target jk jk, they are all non-existant characters their fun to argue about but have no real bearing on reality what so ever. But seriously death to the hantei tyrant! oh and thanks everyone who corrected my color mishap
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Matsu Yoshino
Lion Clan
Lion Clan * Bushi * Brash*Tomatsu's Yojimbo * Matsu Elite Guard
Posts: 128
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Post by Matsu Yoshino on Aug 23, 2011 15:15:29 GMT -5
*sometime after the original war conference*
Yoshino moves with dignity into the tent, bowing deeply to the Akodo Daimyo, then to anyone else present, in proper order.
She is clad in a very elegant kimono, though she still wears her Lioness headdress, a mark of pride of her accomplishments. Her mons show that she is both a member of the Matsu Elite Guard and the Champion's personal Yojimbo, should he need one. Her skin, where it can be seen, is of a nice tone, with an undertone of pink. She has obviously bathed before addressing this assemblage.
My Lords, I beg leave to report on the assignments my cohort have been given. We have met with success at both Permission City and at the capitol. We have attacked where not expected, and where expected both to great honor. Some of my sisters no longer walk this world with us, but they will be waiting in the realm of heroes.
Her voice is well cultivated, showing hints of having trained with the Crane, Dragon, Phoenix, and Scorpion in better days.
If it please my Lords, I shall endeavor to continue to hold our supply lines while my cohort rests in shifts, then we shall return to the fray. The garrison of the city is roused by a might Crab, though he should fall on his sword for disobeying his Champion. I hope to face him in combat and show him the error of his ways, Akodo willing.
Her face colors as she says this, and her left hand twitches to where her wakizashi should be, as if remembering a past painful event.
She bows again and kneels one knee to the floor of the tent, her well cut kimono briefly almost-exposing well-muscled legs. Seems the Crane that cut this knew how to keep JUST the right amount of propriety while still showing off the assets of a woman. She awaits further orders or confirmation of her orders.
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Post by kentaro on Aug 23, 2011 18:38:02 GMT -5
A small fleet of kobune sailed up the rivers to the Toturi camps on the outskirts of Toshi Ranbo.
The lead ship is The Arrow's Path, the flagship of Tsuruchi Kentaro, a chui and captain with the Mantis, and a known Toturi backer. It flies banners for the Mantis, the Tsuruchi, and Toturi the 3rd.
After a brief moment, the ships make for the banks, and begin disembarking infantry, cavalry, and of course, archers.
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Kentaro stood on the bow, armored and bow in hand, supervising his men as they established their camp. Perhaps some battle would clean the taste of that 'meeting' at the Sun's Gambit. Bah! That was nothing but a display of poor manners and haranguing by Yoritomo Masamoto. I have never seen such a one-sided 'discussion.' I hope the Lion don't assume he speaks for the Mantis..
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Camp made, and watches prepared, Kentaro disembarked, and made his way to the biggest tent with an Akodo mon upon it, on the assumption that this is where any strategy would be made.
Kentaro entered the command tent (still armored, kabuto under his arm, weapons surrendered graciously if required), and bowed deeply to the Akodo general present, and less deeply to all other assembled personages.
"Akodo-sama, my apologies for my late arrival. I am Tsuruchi Kentaro, Chui and Captain among the Mantis, meager as these titles are among the Lion. I have come to support the efforts of Toturi the 3rd to take this city. I have been busy of late raiding the coasts, marching with the Crab at Lonely Shore City, and defending Permission City. I come with infantry, archers, and cavalry, all ready to advance to the righteous claims of Toturi the 3rd. I will deploy them as you see fit."
[Kentaro-san will receive his directions, and act accordingly.]
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Toku Hirotomo
Monkey Clan
Bushi Paragon of Compassion Clan Champion Toturi's Army
Posts: 793
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Post by Toku Hirotomo on Aug 23, 2011 19:05:31 GMT -5
Toku Nakata stood ahead of the Alliance Army. Hirotomo-dono had given him one order. Keep a separate army. Though the Alliance did not have the troops of the great clans, they were colorful. Monkey mixed with Hare, a few Dragonfly, a handful of Sparrow, and others stood beside over two thousand ronin. Hirotomo drained half of the Clan Coffers to supply troops for the war. Many of the ronin were in fact wearing Monkey Colors, alongside seasoned gunso, who served in Toturi's Army. His lord offered him a family. A cause. Many ronin flocked to the call, and strangely, the Scorpion vetted many of them for Hirotomo. The Champion was coming with more men, Hirotomo promised the men before riding for Kyuden Bayushi. Some ronin were selling themselves in Pleasure City. The Lion's roar, was loud. Nakata was grateful that they were on his side. They would not be sacrificed for minimal gain here. Not here. They would fight outnumbered, and they would take victory and glory. "Just like old times, my friend." Toku Buto said smiling to the older man. Nakata grined and slid down his mempo. "Archers! Take out the officers! Spearmen! Ashigaru! To the front! Second wave, ready at my mark! Ashigaru! Remember your training, and you will survive! Bear your colors proud men! In Yomi there are no regrets!" Nakata could hear gunso barking out his orders. Just like old times. "CHARGE"
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Akodo Keisuke
Lion Clan Mod
Lion Clan Regent ?Samurai ?Daimyo ?First Among Generals ?Tactician ?Commander ?Loyal
Posts: 704
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Post by Akodo Keisuke on Aug 24, 2011 14:03:04 GMT -5
(To Matsu Yoshino)
Yes, Yoshino; you have done well guarding our supply lines
Looking past to the distance where the tops of the walls of Toshi Ranbo can be seen.
If Tomatsu-Sama has given you leave to continue with the siege, then take your Elite Guard and lead the vanguard of our forces attacking the walls.
Bowing to Yoshino, Strength of our ancestors protect you.
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Akodo Keisuke
Lion Clan Mod
Lion Clan Regent ?Samurai ?Daimyo ?First Among Generals ?Tactician ?Commander ?Loyal
Posts: 704
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Post by Akodo Keisuke on Aug 24, 2011 14:47:30 GMT -5
(To Tsuruchi Kentaro)
Leaving the command tent, having been summoned to place where the Mantis forces have gathered.
Tsuruchi Kentaro, there is no need to apologize for the lateness of the hour in which you forces arrive. You have fought well to get here. Stepping closer to Kentaro, I know it is not the will of the Mantis that lead to the death of Matsu Harushi. Masamoto's actions speak more for the those he follows and all those who support the Hantie.
Stepping back and looking of the Mantis soldiers before, and raising his voice so more could hear, Sons and daughters of the Mantis isles, it was once said of Yoritomo "I did not know fear until I saw the Son of Storms", it is good to see that legacy lives on and shown most greatly in those who are gathered here.
Now Kentaro-san, have your cavalry join with ours as we attempt to out flank the Crane armies, and send your archers to harass their supply lines to the south east from the city of Tsuma.
Bowing first to the soldiers the to Kentaro, May the strength of Yoritomo and the skill of Tsuruchi guide you.
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