Yasuki Chad
Crane Clan
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Post by Yasuki Chad on Dec 11, 2011 8:04:30 GMT -5
Yasuki Yagyu rammed his blade into the back of one of his former brothers, and threw the twitching corpse to the ground. In some dim cornor of it's brain it still remembered how to fight. How to kill. A Daidoji charged him with a Yari, and drove the 8 foot spear clean through his stomach before realizing his mistake. The Zombie Commander grabbed the crane by the arm and beheaded him with one clean stroke before snapping the heft of the Yari and looking for more to kill.
As the Oni's physical body died, it gave one last order to it's servents. "Kill the wounded." Throughout the battle the samurai found themselve briefly surprised as their zombie opponants abruptly ceased to fight them, and methodicly moved to execute the wounded. Yagyu was given a specific target, one whose death the Oni was particularly interested in. He stood over Kakita Hitoshi, who lay insensate on the ground. Dispassionatly he noticed the crane was unconsious and would not see his death coming. The spirit of the Oni screamed in frustration at this little failing as Yagyu raised his Katana for the killing strike.
As it fell a heavy blow slammed into Yagyu's side sending him flying over Hitoshi. The voice of the Oni told him to stand, but it's body was broken. Yasuki Chad stepped over him and raised his tetsubo. He hesitated a moment. "I'm sorry, my old friend. Alesha will pay for what he did to you. I swear it." Then the heavy metal club desended with frightening speed, and Yagyu's Head exploded with the impact.
"Behead them. Knock them down and destroy their heads!"
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Yoritomo Raiden
Mantis Clan Mod
Mantis Clan - Shugenja - Water - Thunder - Damiyo - Not Kolat
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Post by Yoritomo Raiden on Dec 11, 2011 18:12:13 GMT -5
Raiden raised his right hand concentrated and an orb of water seemed to come into exsistance pulling water from the air itself. The orb caresses his cheek making the swelling go down and the blossoming bruising disappear. The others in the room could smell the spray of a waterfall.
After the spell took effect he let a long breath out letting the previous events out. Raiden opened his eyes and a air of authority blanketed his demeanor. He forced out his voice not in anger but to get his point through to the others in the room.
"Alright since I am the only person in the room whom is not being influenced by an outside influence I believe my words should carry more weight, and you two should pay close attention to them!"
Raiden turned to Daichi and looked into his eyes.
"Daichi-san you are a honorable man and I admire your dedication to aiding the Empire as a whole. We have already had this conversation of what motivates me. I like to think we understand each other. Do not let this evil seep its way into your thoughts and soul, fight it you are strong!"
Raiden then calmed himself and looked at Mitsouko.
"I apologize for letting my irritation and anger get the better of my judgement. Losing all the men and being force back to sea has been stressful you understand I hope. There is some word from your people and i feel soon you will be returned. As for profit let me be clear on this. Kourin-sama has declared her support for Kaneka and has ordered our fleet to take Crane land. I have no hatred of your people. Taking you was our only option to achieve this quickly and with little loss of life. If we can give you back for that small bit of land then i can go back to Kourin-sama and tell her our promise to the Shogun was kept. this outcome saves lives. My peoples and yours. If you want to say profit is all I care for then fine, but do not stop me saving the lives of my men and yours in the process. i have already sent word that the Mantis do not wish to continue the assualt, but with a rout Kourin-sama will probably send us back. maybe not here, but another Crane land. I miss my family and have been gone for five years in the Ivory Kingdoms. i would prefer to not have to fight another five years here in Rokugan."
Raiden looked at both of them waiting and hoping for the best.
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Kitsune Poxo
Mantis Clan
Mantis Clan | Shugenja | Earth | Thunder | Kitsune Blooded | Naval | Daimyo | Unique
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Post by Kitsune Poxo on Dec 11, 2011 22:19:38 GMT -5
Daichi's lips curled. "What was it that was said earlier? This place is cursed or was it this war?" He said still in his spirit tongue. He seemed no more at ease or backed down. "Fine I will hold to my honor that seems to be pointed out. Kakita-dono, I will return you, I will even be so kind to drag you through Chikushudo. If Raiden-dono is right, it will break the link temporally making it killable. There is a gateway nearby. Close enough but you have to hold your own strength till then. If the gossip proves true, I have a feeling I know who should be waiting, I am surprised he has not already thought us as more than just a bug and came here."
He changed his attention to Raiden. "Since I seem to be needing some purification of thoughts, it is your call. I see our side being fine but I will be honest in that even though Crane holds to honor I feel someone might throw it out for her. I will not be surprised either way. I do not wish to see more stained."
Finally not forgetting the gaijin in the room. "And what of you? Got more then you thought? So far your input has not proven so well." While with everyone else he seemed not as angry with Quarim the feeling that was laced into his words felt rather territorial.
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Post by Asahina Yuuto on Dec 12, 2011 0:29:01 GMT -5
As Shodai counts the divisions of the Crane effort, his emphasis on their continued missteps in the current conflict, Yuuto’s attention drifts towards prideful Lioness who had once, similarly, chastised him of such folly of command. He could feel the emotions swelling in his stomach, every twist compelling him towards a brutal view of the world.
The Master of Void was right; Yuuto did have a poor perception of him, but not due to flamboyance of his arrival. It was the mindset, the view of a zero-sum game, with only one possible winner, and the desire to strive for that in all dealings. In such an environment, resolution always brought loss, and ultimately reprisals, with men carrying a specious countenance than an honest heart. Regardless, how could he argue with a man his superior in all things; how could he convince a man who had lived and thrived in this reality and had been hardened to such a reality?
It was becoming more difficult to hold to his pragmatic, even idealistic stance. He would continue to hold the line, for now, but his worldview was beginning to falter. “The Yoritomo Daimyo, whatever he may aspire to be, is still a man,” Yuuto answering the argument, “our division may be seen as a weakness, a manipulation by terrifying foe, and a flawed strategy; but it is how the Crane have always and will continue to operate.”
Waxing poetically, he calmly proclaims,The Kakita and Daidoji, with courage of mind, strike against that which would dismantle us; the Doji with voice and tongue simply content to compel and convince such foe into friend. The Asahina with humble heart strains to keep our soul in proper step when all else would bring us down. My family is made of stronger stuff than what the perceived machinations of one man might have us suffer.”
Turning towards the man that dwarfs him – in stature, ability, and worth – Yuuto in reverence, treads lightly towards his superior in all things, casually patting him on the shoulder, in awe of the mountain that he now faces. Today, he would guard Shodai’s heart, as the Lady Kakita once allowed her clan’s heart to be guarded by men that now held her ransom.
“Even the young must grow old; perhaps today the old may learn from the young? You ask me for the unexpected; perhaps, expecting to see something greater from men thought as nothing more than bandits and pirates is contrary to following the status quo?"
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Kakita Mitsouko
Crane Clan Mod
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Post by Kakita Mitsouko on Dec 12, 2011 3:44:35 GMT -5
So, she said, I humbly bow to your generosity, Daichi-sama. Also you, Kwaru-san, with your willingness to mediate our desires. Nothing of this will be forgotten. If I may say, Kitsune-sama, maybe you can rest yourself before what you start taking me to this legendary realm. Right now you seem to need some ease of mind to commune with…ahn…your ancestors. And about me, I would do anything in my reach to destroy this evil that is trying to steal my identity. And I trust you. Then she turned to Raiden, the man that had digged her hate so fast.But now he seemed another man. How can someone change so fast? Crane diplomatic body is on the shore. I will send word they should discuss this through the night, along Mantis. I advise you to go, and please do it soon, though I don’t think Kourin-sama would have any feeling or reason to disbelief our word, her clan will be compensated, in behalf of the valuable efforts of the Mantis men that probably are right now fighting against this evil foe, alongside my Clan. Then talking in general: I think I will be right here for now, waiting this night to go well through diplomacy. So we can do it by the first beams of light. And maybe… Your foreigner friend can make me company, maybe spend the night distracting me of my own thoughts. Can you? Mitsouko tried to smile to Quarim, but she was too weary to even do it.
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quarim
Dragon Clan
Merchant*Qolat*Gaijin
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Post by quarim on Dec 12, 2011 11:27:36 GMT -5
Quarim was tense but tried not to let it show. Daichi was testing his patience. He wanted nothing more than to kill him where he stood, but that would ruin everything. He decided to ignore the Kisune Daimyo completely, and focus on Mitsouko.
It would be my honor to stay with you the night. And if need be escort you through whatever spirit world you speak of. I have no experience in such matters so it will be quite the adventure. The idea of going into the spirit world was terrifying to Quarim. It was like walking into enemy territory. But so much could possibly be learned from it and if it strengthened his dealings with the Crane it was worth the risk (he hoped).
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Yoritomo Raiden
Mantis Clan Mod
Mantis Clan - Shugenja - Water - Thunder - Damiyo - Not Kolat
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Post by Yoritomo Raiden on Dec 12, 2011 19:13:01 GMT -5
Raiden bowed to both of them not keeping his eyes off the Kakita Daimyo. He then rose and bowed to Dachi. Raiden turned to go up the stairs and stopped at the center point and turned just his head to speak behind him.
"Daichi-san please take care of our honored guest I will see about this peace talk on the shore. Good luck the two of you. Mitsouko-san when you wish to talk to me about things just ask around i will find you."
Raiden left and headed to a kobune to go ashore.
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Kakita Sojiro
Crane Clan Global Mod
When you die, will you be remembered, or will you be just another strand in the tapestry?
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Post by Kakita Sojiro on Dec 12, 2011 21:22:26 GMT -5
Elsewhere, Kakita Yenchi looked up from his work to flag down one of the shugenja assisting him in patching men back together.
"Shugenja-san, could I trouble you to possibly send a message to the Mantis by way of the kami? They should know that we have several of their men recovering here, in various stages of injury. However, none of the survivors were too tainted to save. I believe they have the right to know this."
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Doji Naetaru
Crane Clan
Doji Daimyo - Courtier - Otomo Twin
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Post by Doji Naetaru on Dec 13, 2011 4:18:46 GMT -5
The gathering chamber was a arranged for the meeting with the Mantis. Crane banners flying high over the trading outpost in a territory outside the keep, with spacious chambers ideal for hosting a meeting with the Mantis commander. Doji Hikaru was present. He would be among those who would be speaking with the Mantis leadership. Kneeling on tatami floor he felt tiredness overcoming him. He had to remain composed and tense.
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Yoritomo Raiden
Mantis Clan Mod
Mantis Clan - Shugenja - Water - Thunder - Damiyo - Not Kolat
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Post by Yoritomo Raiden on Dec 13, 2011 19:50:09 GMT -5
Raiden stood in the center of the kobune concentrating on moving it without a rower. The wind stirred behind him aiding the vessel towards the beach head where the Crane waited. Raiden had a staff carved out of a piece of old driftwood he found as a child in his left hand, and his right hand extended out as he concentrated.
the water was dark to the Crane like seaweed was clustered near the shore, or maybe a aftereffect of Raidens spell. Raiden used the staff to balance himself. This was different. It wasn't the oni presence he felt but something vast like the ocean, something familiar once again from his childhood. The thing he felt earlier and those eyes. The kobune struck the sand and it knocked Raiden out of his trance.
Raiden hopped out unto the beach and glance over his shoulder to the ocean. The water churned. Its so dark he thought to himself then he turned to face the Crane on the beach. He approach at a neutral pace. extending his hands outward and bowed to them.
"Greetings friends."
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Kakita Mitsouko
Crane Clan Mod
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Post by Kakita Mitsouko on Dec 13, 2011 20:11:04 GMT -5
Though Daichi hadn’t pronounced yet Mitsouko sat again, making a motion to who wished to join her to do the same. Trying to not feed fear, or angry, was a good start to got some time for her… I would like to have paper and brush to write some important letters. Would you mind? She said in general, then turned to Quarim, again: I wonder…if a presence of a stranger here is a good or bad omen… Forgive me, I don’t believe in coincidences. But, surely, I am not in position of chose what to believe. She kind of chuckled, realizing her odd situation's limitations. Please, dear traveller, did you ever saw an event like in the other lands you know?
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quarim
Dragon Clan
Merchant*Qolat*Gaijin
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Post by quarim on Dec 13, 2011 20:30:06 GMT -5
Quarim sat across from Mitsouko. Best not to worry about the Kitsune.
In my home city, Medinaat al-Salaam, there are no spirits. I've never seen what power they wielded but I've read stories. The stories speak of spirits that can change the course of rivers and turns sand to fire. I believed if I ever saw one it would be amazing and terrible. What is going on out there is just terrible. The is nothing amazing about it. How terrible it must be to be a shugenja and have such a thing whisper terrible temptations in your mind. But of course you understand that all too well don't you?
He let the question hang in the air as if he was speaking to both Mitsouko and Daichi.
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Kakita Mitsouko
Crane Clan Mod
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Post by Kakita Mitsouko on Dec 13, 2011 21:04:18 GMT -5
Yes, more than you think. In fact, a little about whispers of foreigner and powerful spirits too... yes, I witnessed some of it not long ago. Remember on how Sanjuro managed his way to get rid of who he called Sahir was something to give her hope she was able to win, too. Maybe one day she could tell his widow, the same woman that captured her, what really happened in Toku Sanjuro/Yoritomo Masamoto's death events. Why he was a hero. I know very little about your realm, forgive me, but I am interested to learn. The farthest to west I was ... in the Outsider Keep with my father. We used to travel a lot... I was a child of course. All the trinkets and marvels impressed me a lot, of course, but I am sure your realm is not only about it.Mitsouko hoped that, while she tried to use her little time to keep her mind at ease, distracted from the evil calling, Crane and Mantis could enter in an arrangement...and more than it, she expected that all the ones she loved were well and alive. Keeping her mind distracted would not be an easy task, though... OCC: About Masamoto's death and the jinn rokuganee.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=ic&action=display&thread=1280&page=2
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Kitsune Poxo
Mantis Clan
Mantis Clan | Shugenja | Earth | Thunder | Kitsune Blooded | Naval | Daimyo | Unique
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Post by Kitsune Poxo on Dec 13, 2011 21:27:38 GMT -5
Daichi gave a nod as Raiden left, before turning to the guests. The cuts disappeared as quick as they came however without leaving the look of being sliced and diced. Daichi wiped his face before kneeling. He placed another scroll case on the table with more blank parchment.
"The spirits talking to me is no more than finding yourself inside a city. Most pay you no heed unless you disturb them or they want something." As he spoke he return to normal. His spirit tongue seeming to fade. "My case differs however from most, especially of the call of Jigoku. Mine is not an outside source as more an instinctual thing. Something from birth, one of the gifts of my mother. Something riled it higher than usual today. But what of you? You seem to be doing better all of sudden."
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Kakita Mitsouko
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Post by Kakita Mitsouko on Dec 14, 2011 5:05:20 GMT -5
Yes…You are right. I am feeling better…She looked at him, showing sympathy. It ‘s like a shadow over me, lingering, not all the time talking to me or showing things, though… It comes in tides. But…I always thought this myths about Kitsune were just exactly that…legends and nothing more.
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