Matsu Yoshino
Lion Clan
Lion Clan * Bushi * Brash*Tomatsu's Yojimbo * Matsu Elite Guard
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Post by Matsu Yoshino on Aug 25, 2011 12:25:17 GMT -5
Yoshino nods as the Yasuki recognizes her. She was indeed there. She nods at points and tilts her head slightly at other points. We do indeed have different traditions. My name is not my own, it is that of my ancestors, and my main duty to them is to return it unsullied. If I have sullied it, I may well be stricken from the clan records, or at the most given an opportunity to be a Deathseeker and reclaim my honor.
I do not understand your use of reasoning, Yasuki-sama. Seems like the Kitsuki Method to me. And while I do use that in my role as Magistrate, and am currently married to a Dragon lady, (OOC:Long story wanted to see if a female character could marry a female NPC. I could. ) I simply can't apply it to matters of Honor! I have sworn my allegiance to my lord, and through him to the Emperor. If he tells me to cut my hair in a certain manner, I will. If he asks me to fall on my sword, I will! (OOC:something of a Lion Clan/maybe-just-me in joke: I've asked Tomatsu-sama for permission to commit sepuku like 5 times. Got promotions out of it! ^.^) How then, if this same man tells me that the Emperor is not who I had thought he was, can I argue? I am but a simple warrior, though I try my best to be the best warrior I can be, honor demands no less. (OOC: Her tone is certainly FAR more cultivated than a 'simple' warrior, and her various mons give away that she is many, many things, and has trained in every honorable style in the Empire, so yeah, feel free to call her on being too modest. =P) I witnessed your oath, and I have no desire for you to abandon it. To do so would be to pile dishonor on dishonor. If you wish, you may challenge me and we can duel to settle this matter, or, as I wish, let the Heavens decide who is right. It is not to us simple samurai to do more than serve where we can as best we can. I desire to understand your Oath, as I have fought with many of your brothers, and they I understand. You, I do not, and since I believe that the portents say that Heaven is on our side, I hope to understand you, that I may learn why an honorable Samurai would do as you have done.Despite the resumption of hostilities on another side of Toshi Ranbo, she remains. Perhaps, Yasuki-Sama, we could call a brief cease fire and ensure the honor of our dead before we resume. I know the rituals for the dead for all major clans, and would have no issue performing it on any of the dead on our front. Everyone on both sides has acquitted themselves honorably.
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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 25, 2011 13:14:21 GMT -5
Ikoma Kyuso ----------------------
(OOC Whoops yeah probably could not see what clan you are from)
Riding up slowly, making sure she made no overtly threatening gestures First tell me who you are, and what brings you by swift horse down this road?
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Post by Isawa Kaida on Aug 25, 2011 13:43:10 GMT -5
"I am Isawa Kaida, priestess of the Phoenix clan, and duty is what brings me down this road." Her voice had a light, musical lilt to it.
"My intentions were to enter the city and lend aid to my clan where I could, Lion-sama, though it would appear that I am set on another course for now."
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Akodo Tomatsu
Lion Clan Mod
The Shining Lion
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Aug 25, 2011 14:23:38 GMT -5
A lone rider approached the Lion camp. He rides a black horse, moving slowly upon the road. He wears the mons and armor of the Lion clan, Ikoma War College, and the Emerald Magistrates. He approached the guards, who first seek to demand his papers, until they look upon his face, and bow immediately. He waves them off with a dismissive hand. He continued his slow trot into the camp, making note to nod in respect to each samurai who bowed as they recognized him as he rode past. He reached the main command tent, taking great pains to slowly dismount from his horse. He took a moment to pat her on the flank muscle and whispered a kind word in her ear. He turned and took a drink from a nearby water container, before wordlessly approaching the command tent to see which of his generals were present. The Lion Champion had finally arrived at Toshi Ranbo.
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Akodo Keisuke
Lion Clan Mod
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Post by Akodo Keisuke on Aug 25, 2011 15:53:11 GMT -5
Ikoma Kyuso ----------------------
Bowing slightly, Well Isawa Kaida, I am Ikoma Kyuso Lion clan samurai and unfortunately my duty will not allow you to continue on your path to the city. However I can not take you as a prisoner because my orders are to guard the refugees leaving the city.
Kyuso paused as though in thought, turning head to give an order Sume-San Fetch the commander of that Ronin unit here the Monkey Clan Samurai I think something can be worked out.
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Post by Isawa Kaida on Aug 25, 2011 16:02:23 GMT -5
"Well met, Ikoma-sama." The shugenja returned the bow politely (and as well as she could manage from horseback), then fell silent, watching the refugees leaving the city.
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Post by Akodo Tsanuri on Aug 25, 2011 17:20:45 GMT -5
A little squad emerged suddenly from the dark. Camp was from one side surrounded by old forest, full of shades. It was difficult to guard even in bright day, not to mention nighttime. No man nor horse was heard before first of them appeared in the light of the nearby fire.
The camp guards quickly rose their yari and prepared to fight. Who’s coming?! First of the coming man rode closer. Damn, must you be so loud? If it were enemies, you will all be dead by now. Shut up Hitaku. Don’t scare the boys. - was heard from the back. The one called Hitaku turned around his horse. Whole camp security lays on their shoulders, you know? Yeah, yeah. The one talking moved though and approached the guards. They has a few moments to calm down and look at the arrived and recognize Lion colors that they were wearing. We are Wardens. Let us through. Boy rode between the guards without waiting for their reaction. The rest rode after him. Be more careful next time. Our life is in your hands. Hitaku winked while passing. Somebody shut him, please. Ey, I’m right, right? Like hell you are. I'm tired, stop fighting for once Where is food? Anything but roots, please. Don't you like my cooking?! Fine, next your turn! SHUT THE F^CK UP The voices and laughts faded while group was going away.
Before the commanding tent: Is commander here? If not, where can I find him? After a pause the same voice is heard again. I was instructed to speak only directly with him. Tell me where he is or I will find him myself.
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Toku Hirotomo
Monkey Clan
Bushi Paragon of Compassion Clan Champion Toturi's Army
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Post by Toku Hirotomo on Aug 25, 2011 20:31:18 GMT -5
Toku Nakata walked with his honor guard. He was asked by the Lion to deal with something. The day's battle was over, and the man wanted a hot meal and sleep before the night raids started. Walking up to the Lion, Nakata looked curiously at the Phoenix. "Ikomo-san, good evening. I was told you were looking for me?"
Curiosity was a weakness of the Monkey, even though a warm meal and a nap sounded like Yomi itself, this moment brought vitality back to the old samurai.
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Yasuki Chad
Crane Clan
Crab Clan
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Post by Yasuki Chad on Aug 25, 2011 20:38:50 GMT -5
"My use of reasoning is to remain loyal to the true emperor and not follow a man blinded by his own ambition! My use of reasoning is to follow the path of Bushido, particularly duty. But enough of this fencing of words, if you truly compare Hantai the 40ths rule of Rokugan a threat on par with Fu Leng to the stability of the empire then that is an insult to my lord I will not tolerate," his words are short and clipped with sudden and revealed anger, as if a long smoldering fire has suddenly been brought to life. He stands, his blades and armor still at his feet.
"Repeatedly you have insulted my sense of duty. If your Champion had done his sworn duty to serve as the right hand of the emperor this damned war would never have erupted! You say I follow a failed man? I say the same of you!
He stands and faces Matsu Yoshino. Both retinues are tense and angry, and hands are on blades.
"Matsu Yoshino! We have sworn not to kill each other in this place. Therefore I challenge you to single unarmed combat. The first to yield or be knocked unconsious shall surrender their blades to the other, a trophy."
He grabs his blades and hands them to Usagi Yoshimitsu, then strips off his lower armor. He stands opposite Yoshino waiting for her reaction, his white kimono whipping in the morning Breeze. The scars that cover his arms are more visible now, a gnarled record of pain and triumph.
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Akodo Keisuke
Lion Clan Mod
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Post by Akodo Keisuke on Aug 25, 2011 23:26:17 GMT -5
Ikoma Kyuso ----------------------
Turning to face the Samurai, Toku Nakata-san, greetings.
Bowing to the samurai. I think we can help each other, I have a hostage here one Isawa Kaida, a Phoenix clan healer.
Turning to face them both, Now my orders must keep me here for a time, but if I turn her over to you and your men, you could escort her to the main Lion Clan Army camp.
Facing the Kaida, Kaida, this Monkey Clan samurai is an honorable man and if you agree to help his men I will guarantee your safety till my commander decides what to do with you.
Turning to Nakata, Nakata, if you would personally promise to keep her safe and deliver her to the Lion Camp. I will see to it that you and your men may join our camp, were you will be resupplied and rearmed.
So what say you both?
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Toku Hirotomo
Monkey Clan
Bushi Paragon of Compassion Clan Champion Toturi's Army
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Post by Toku Hirotomo on Aug 25, 2011 23:50:14 GMT -5
Nakata nodded. Supplies were in need for his force. The problem with keeping a separate army was keeping separate supplies. Hirotomo-dono managed to bring more rice and fish, but their armor needed repairs, and they were not equipped for such a task. The old man nodded, "I swear that I shall protect this woman with my life until I am relived of the duty by your clan.
Perhaps Hirtomo-dono would want to speak with her. The young man was busing himself on the battlefield. For one so young he had a remarkable skill with tactics. Strategy often failed his lord, but the young man's determination instilled ferocity in those that fought with him. Nakata whispered to one of his Chui to ready tea and a meal for the samurai-ko. No one would accuse them of maltreating non-combatants.
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Akodo Keisuke
Lion Clan Mod
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Post by Akodo Keisuke on Aug 26, 2011 0:04:40 GMT -5
Smiling to him self As always the Scorpion Clan are enigmatic, better that they remain neutral, then side with the Hantei. Let us hope they do not take to much longer to decide.
Wheeling his horse up next to Haruka, Haruka-Sama, it seems that a Kakita general is riding out to the field of battle this day what do say to we show what a real cavalry charge is. I would be honored this day if you rode out with me.
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Post by Isawa Kaida on Aug 26, 2011 0:09:56 GMT -5
Kaida greeted the Toku politely, listening to the exchange between him and the Ikoma. Her only reaction was a slight quirking of her eyebrow at the request for help that was gone almost as soon as it arrived.
"As you wish, Ikoma-sama, though I do not know what help I could be."
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Akodo Keisuke
Lion Clan Mod
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Post by Akodo Keisuke on Aug 26, 2011 0:23:35 GMT -5
Ikoma Kyuso ----------------------
With a look of hope upon his face he spoke to Kaida Kaida-san you are a priestess, please tell me that you are versed in the healing arts.
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Post by Isawa Kaida on Aug 26, 2011 0:39:08 GMT -5
Were she a baser human being, Kaida would have lied through her teeth and grinned with glee watching the Lion samurai squirm. ... Sadly, she was not.
"I am, Ikoma-sama." There was a momentary pause as she considered something else. "And if it pleases you, I did not give you leave to use my personal name."
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