Kakita Hitoshi
Crane Clan
Be more concerned with good actions than great ones
Posts: 306
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Post by Kakita Hitoshi on Jan 24, 2012 5:00:36 GMT -5
"I am sure that you will make an admirable emissary for your clan Yumi-san." Hitoshi turned grave for a moment. "This war does indeed stretch the Empire to breaking point, but as long as samurai hold firm to bushido I believe that we will survive. I fought both against and alongside the Mantis at Seawatch Castle, and I can assure you that they acquitted themselves with courage and honour in both cases. Some of their names are being immortalised by our finest artisans even as we speak."
His face then lightened again and a twinkle came into his eye. "And whilst I would love to meet your brother one day to hear his boasts, surely he cannot boast of being more beautiful than you Yumi-san?!"
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Kitsune Poxo
Mantis Clan
Mantis Clan | Shugenja | Earth | Thunder | Kitsune Blooded | Naval | Daimyo | Unique
Posts: 225
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Post by Kitsune Poxo on Jan 24, 2012 8:06:07 GMT -5
Yumi blushed and averted her eyes, obviously not knowing how to take the comment. Looking back she continued. "He does wish to make an appearance but he is busy with preparations for a threat. The Scorpion are marching through the Mori as soon as they are able."
Then finally getting to Naetaru's question. "This is my first time here. In fact I do not leave the Mori that often at all. The only time being to visit relatives elsewhere. I almost suspect I was sent with an ulterior motive to get me away from the coming threat."
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Post by The Book Keeper on Jan 24, 2012 11:14:56 GMT -5
walking up to Saiko "well hello if it is not Saiko-San, i head that you where going to be hear in this winter court, but i had a little trouble finding you. i apologize for my tardies -ness."
i stop and grab from my side bag and pull out a solid maple obsidian katana warped in fine black and red silk cloth. "but i bring you a gift,just a simple obsidian katana for you to use as you see fit, as you might or might not know i enjoy building things with my hands as well as work with the elements so hear is a simple gift from me to you, i hope you like it."
"i was hoping you would explain how some things work hear seeing as this is my first official winter court"
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Saiko
Spider Clan
Here we stand, at the end of all things...
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Post by Saiko on Jan 24, 2012 16:23:50 GMT -5
Saiko walked slowly towards his chambers, deep in thought from what he had heard in Shodai's private box. He neared a more secluded area of the chambers, a dark look on his face warding off greetings by the few courtiers that were around. Except for one...
The mysterious man approached Saiko, and as he was greeted, the sense of familiarity finally clicked in his mind. A small smile crossed his face, and he gave a furtive glance to make sure that nobody was paying too much attention to them. "Not at all, I have not been in the more, shall we say, accessible areas of the courts much today, I admit."
As the man handed Saiko the blade, his grin widened considerably. "This is an extraordinary gift, my friend. You'll excuse me if I do not go through the normal gift-giving rituals, but I feel we have no need of such niceties." He took the blade and tucked it into the opposite side of his obi from his daisho, the dark maple blending in nicely with the rest of his attire.
"Shall we walk and talk, perhaps to somewhere more private?" Saiko gestured towards an empty hallway, his smile slightly feral, and his eyes burning with a sinister joy. "Such a gift is certainly quite a tribute to your skill, and I am in your debt. Now, how can I assist you, friend?"
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Kakita Hitoshi
Crane Clan
Be more concerned with good actions than great ones
Posts: 306
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Post by Kakita Hitoshi on Jan 24, 2012 16:31:50 GMT -5
Hitoshi smiled warmly at the Kitsune. "If your family have sent you here in order to get you out of harm's way, it is obviously because you are very important to them. I am sure that before this court is concluded we will all be praising them for such actions. And now, if you will forgive me, I must leave you in the company of my Lord Doji for a while. I hope we will have occasion to talk further. If I can be of any assistance to you during your stay here, I am relatively easy to find."
He turned and moved away into the crowd. Almost as an afterthought he looked back over one shoulder. "Naetaru-sama - is there any possibility of my meeting Otomo Kimanai whilst I am here in Kyuden Otomo?"
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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 Jan 24, 2012 19:11:19 GMT -5
"My Lord is still Toku Hirotomo. By Divine right I can hardly support The Glorious Hantei without serving his true servant. Toku Hirotomo-sama still leads The Monkey even though his choice has left me in an unfavorable positon. He's given me leave to be the voice for the Hantei. Even though our clan supports Toturi, he's given each of us leave to support whom we choose. In many ways he favors his Grandfather's lesson durring the Four Winds era."
Curious Daidoji. Most did not care about a Minor Clan. Still with a Virtue as a patron many might look to them.
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Post by The Blue Ronin on Jan 24, 2012 21:48:48 GMT -5
Ryumon's eyes narrow slightly as he tries to process that. Obviously it's a situation more complicated than his training has prepared him for. He glances to Yasuki Chad, wondering briefly if the Crab would give the same answer.
"So your Champion has freed you to follow your conscience... does that mean that he effectively no longer gives you commands? So what you are doing is a little like a musha-shugyo - except you still have authority over those beneath you?"
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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 Jan 24, 2012 22:40:02 GMT -5
Chiyuki smiled at the Crane's words. "I'm afraid I have no one that serves me. I serve the Monkey, and wait until my lord sees reason. Until such a time I serve the True Emporer."
Kenpachi smiled at his charge's words. How like Chiyuki to deliver praise with one side of her mouth and scorn with the other. Her Bayushi training served her well in the courts.
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Doji Naetaru
Crane Clan
Doji Daimyo - Courtier - Otomo Twin
Posts: 687
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Post by Doji Naetaru on Jan 25, 2012 1:47:01 GMT -5
Naetaru listened intently as Kakita Hitoshi handled the conversation with the Mantis ambassador. Nodding he turned over to his shoulder hearing Hitoshi's whisper.
"Have patience my friend. We shall await the summons of lord Otomo whenever he has settled his own matters before being available to attend to the court. You will receive notice shortly. All we both need is to meet with Otomo-sama and ensure that this arrangement favors both ends." said serenely.
He bid Hitoshi farewell and then resumed the talk with the Kitsune.
"Yumi-san, I feel the burden that you carry, be mindful however of the trust that your Clan has put in you. Perhaps a small walk over the gardens would refresh you?" he motioned over to her to begin walking.
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Post by The Blue Ronin on Jan 25, 2012 3:50:51 GMT -5
Ryumon nods gravely - if there is a subtext, he is either very good at not showing that he comprehends it, or it is flying over his head along with the scents of incense and the notes of a biwa being plucked by a minstrel. "Ah. I hope that your Lord sees sense soon. And I hope that when he does so, the Emperor is merciful. Obviously we are a long way from victory but I have heard dark whisperings of the fate that will befall the Samurai who turned against their vows"
Ryumon frowns as if something just struck him. "So you have no Samurai at your command? Does that mean that you lack for attendants? If you wish I could ask my steward to detach some of the courtiers in my service to ensure that your stay here is a comfortable one. It would be the least my Clan can do, we have often had cause to assist the Monkey in the past and I hope that friendship can survive your Lord's treachery"
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Tsi Kazekoto
Oriole Clan
? Samurai? Magistrate ? Cavalry? Paragon of Justice?
Posts: 28
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Post by Tsi Kazekoto on Jan 25, 2012 8:29:09 GMT -5
Closer and closer Kazekoto got to Kyuden Otomo, the thoughts of the people, the tales he has heard of: the Villains, heroes, great romances, and terrors in the night. There is much to take in, Much to pray for in these trouble times. Kazekoto squinting out towards the out Cropping of Kyuden Otomo On his back an Banner of the Oriole riding in the traditional Light Brown Armor of his Mother's Father. Riding slowly up to Seppun Guard man, presenting his travel documentation for inspection. Seppun guard backed up slowly followed with a manner, of much respect to one of the few minor clan Members. now is the time, I hope I'm not late...
with that Tsi Kazekoto presets him self before the court, greetings my lord and ladies, I have come to represent Oriole clan at this winter court, it is my pleasure to serve both the emperor in the empire. I look forward to meeting you all.
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Kitsune Poxo
Mantis Clan
Mantis Clan | Shugenja | Earth | Thunder | Kitsune Blooded | Naval | Daimyo | Unique
Posts: 225
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Post by Kitsune Poxo on Jan 25, 2012 11:05:12 GMT -5
"I am not about to let my family and clan down." Yumi paused a moment said as she took the motion to start moving. "I would love to see the gardens. Though I must admit I am like the rest of my family and find we have what others call odd taste."
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Post by The Book Keeper on Jan 25, 2012 12:47:06 GMT -5
The keeper was pleased at the moment after all he found someone who he could at least hold a good conversation with, with a grin on his face "where ever you had in mind to talk would do just fine." after bowing and turning "you just lead the way" After walking a few steps The keeper chuckled lightly "there is no need for you to gift me back, and you are not in my debt after all we are on the same side in this crazed world, I am just happy that some people can appreciate my art let’s just say that sword will never break and it’s got a few things in store for your opponent” moving his had to take a small hit from his flask “you know me I am a person who is always looking for little things and people of great skill, after all that’s why I crafted that sword for you, I think that there’s more than a few people who you would like to take that sword and well paint the ground red with their blood” After walking the length of the hallway down and making sure that they were not being followed the keeper turn with a series look in his eye to Saiko "Before we talk business, when first I saw you where walking around on the floor you where bothered by something, after all you where give some people a look that would kill, I think I saw a few of the weaker people have heart problems. Not that I mind them dying off but what has bothered you so?"
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Saiko
Spider Clan
Here we stand, at the end of all things...
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Post by Saiko on Jan 25, 2012 15:04:33 GMT -5
"I must say, it is a pleasure to meet you in person. Up until now I have only heard tales of your arts, and I never thought that I would be gifted with such a boon so early." As they came to a halt, in a more private setting, a grin crossed his face at the man's question. "I would be lying if I told you that your assessment of my effect on the courtiers in the hall did not amuse me. But as to the reason of my mood, I am just having trouble tracking down a certain person who I greatly need to talk to." Not a complete falsehood, anyway...
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Zeure
Crane Clan
Crane Clan ? Samurai ? Duelist ? Artisan ? Guardian of Metal ? Unique
Posts: 826
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Post by Zeure on Jan 25, 2012 18:36:57 GMT -5
A couple of hours had passed as the conversations drew on and on, finally Battou found himself back in the main court chamber after his conversation with Mitsouko. Very much in control of himself despite what had transpired, he was determined to accomplish his goal. The fascination he had with the woman was... surreal. Something not wholly of his own making, it was otherworldly.
He shook his head, to clear it of thoughts like that, they would only distract him and he had to have his A game on for the next conversation he intended to have. As it was with Mitsouko's former betrothed, Agasha Shodai, Void Master of the Elemental Council of the Phoenix.
Battou arrived outside the area the Shodai had spent the greater part of the night in and gave the leave of a servant to tell Shodai that he had arrived to speak with him directly. While he hoped that he wouldn't be interrupting anything that Shodai was doing, he would not stop in his mission. As the servant let him in, he found the room to be a wonderful mix of different things. There had been many people in and out, he could tell. And there had been no expense spared on the room dedicated to the elemental council at Kyuden Otomo.
He walked up to the table that Shodai was at and bowed much lower than he had before, while maintaining his standing position.
"Agasha Shodai-sama, I wonder if I might have a few words with you? We have never met and I find myself needing to know you. I am Kakita Battou."
He waited for Shodai to make the decision on whether or not Battou should sit and stay, or go.
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