Matsu Domotai
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Post by Matsu Domotai on Jan 24, 2011 13:49:47 GMT -5
Matsu Domotai follows his daimyo under the tent and stands straight next to the entrance waiting for further instructions. Domotai as known a lot of battles, investigated a lot of crimes, studied with the best shugenjas of the empire, frequented a lot of courts but it's the first time for him to be in a meeting where he is the only person who's not a daimyo or a Champion. Domotai as a Matsu doesn't fear this moment but wants to act on his best behavior while surrounded by such prestigious samurais.
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Bayushi Senshi
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Post by Bayushi Senshi on Jan 24, 2011 13:53:21 GMT -5
Senshi stops inside the entrance to the opulent tent"Kakita Daimyo? You must be newly appointed, what became of your father, Kenshi-san?"
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Kakita Kyoshi
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Post by Kakita Kyoshi on Jan 24, 2011 16:00:14 GMT -5
Does he know what really happened? Would he ask if he is responsible for father's death?
"He died." Obviously the young daimyo is not willing to go into any detail in a casual discussion here about this topic.
Changing the topic...
"Domotai-san you are coming?"
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Akodo Tomatsu
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Jan 24, 2011 16:03:49 GMT -5
He squints at the Kakita while he gives his answer, but quickly speaks up seeing his uncomfortable state. So Senshi-san, tell me of what delicious delights your cooks have prepared to poison me with? He lets out a good laugh at this, knowing full well its nothing but a jest.
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Matsu Domotai
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Post by Matsu Domotai on Jan 24, 2011 16:16:08 GMT -5
"Yes of course Kenshi-san. I am most honored to have the opportunity to be seated at this table with some of the most distinguished samurais of the empire. I also wouldn't allow myself to miss the Scorpions delicious cuisine especially after this day's travel."
Domotai starts to advance towards the table and looks at his champion for a final confirmation to be seated.
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Kakita Kyoshi
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Post by Kakita Kyoshi on Jan 24, 2011 16:18:28 GMT -5
Somehow the joke fails on Kenshi.
Poison... I can not be certain but still... and the Tomatsu-sama would have surely used other words if he would know...
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Akodo Tomatsu
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Jan 24, 2011 16:59:42 GMT -5
Catches Domotai's gaze, and holds it for a second, before looking towards Senshi, waiting for him to enter and invite them to be seated.
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Daidoji Fitsu
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Post by Daidoji Fitsu on Jan 24, 2011 19:13:28 GMT -5
Fitsu approaches hesitantly, knowing that he is outranked by those already assembled.
Forgive my slower pace, I fear I spent too much of our journey aquainting myself with the rank and file. A finer group of soldiers no commander could ask for.
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Akodo Tomatsu
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Jan 24, 2011 19:41:24 GMT -5
Aye, that they are. He said acknowledging Fitsu's return.It is fortuitous that no fights have broken out between our soldiers. I guess peasants do not care who fights whom, only that they have to fight. He nods once, and then smiles. But enough with this morbid topic, I am starving.
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Daidoji Fitsu
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Post by Daidoji Fitsu on Jan 24, 2011 20:11:30 GMT -5
Indeed, Akodo-sama, marching encourages quite the appetite. I would not be surprised if this is are last chance at good food for some time.
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Jan 24, 2011 20:55:15 GMT -5
Ah Daidoji-san, perhaps that is true in the Crane army, but when you march to war as often as we do, your chefs learn to cook some delicacies on the march. Come now, let us eat. He walks into the tent, moving next to Matsu Domotai.
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Bayushi Senshi
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Post by Bayushi Senshi on Jan 24, 2011 22:27:36 GMT -5
"Oh, I'm sorry to hear that, Kenshi-san. I had not known. My apologies, news of the court travels to my field of battle too slowly it seems."
Senshi has some retainers pull a cloth off of the 4x10 foot (1.5x3 meter[horrid conversion I'm sure, just looking out for you non Americans]) table. The table itself has been painted to show a map of Mountain Watch Keep and the nearby plains.
"I planned a simple meal for us Tomatsu-san, our appetizer, a discussion of tactics regarding the disposition of our forces when we arrive. Don't worry, I know we are all hungry, retainers will be around to offer you the choice of meal, and something to drink. I have gone to great lengths to acquire the meat of a rare fish, known for its ferocity to the fishermen who battle the creature. I felt it was suitable to the task for this evening. Though my servants will gladly help you should you desire something else."
Senshi, nods to the gathered generals, then heads to the far end of the room, taking a seat at the head of the table, gesturing for Tomatsu to sit opposite him. Servants arrive, helping to relieve the men at arms of their excessive gear, and placing extra pillows along the length of the table for the rest of the men.
"Please, generals, have a seat." Not waiting for them to oblige, or rather getting straight to business, Senshi continues, " I have 500 heavy infantry, arranged into units of 10, 180 medium spear men, and 360 archers. The latter divided into hunting units and arrow support staff. This makes up the elite of my army. I propose we use these forces to secure the Northern end of the field, at the top of the keeps neighboring hill. My light infantry, numbering nearly 1000 will relieve the men stationed in the keep, and help hold the walls. If need be, I have brought a few siege engines as well, with which I can hurl stones over the walls and down into the valley. Once my forces have secured the hill, my 200 cavalry will lead a charge down into the valley, and with support from your gathered forces route the Yobanjin. I plan to station my war tent at the top of the hill once it is captured." He points to the northern hill indicating its position.
"I have some concerns regarding this plan however, first of all, I know I probably will not be able to accomplish all of these objectives on my own with so few men, and I left nothing behind for the tents defense other then the archers who will be holding the hill. Once the cavalry and infantry leave however, I think my position may be week to counter attack.
"Suggestions, generals? Where would you see your forces put to task in this plan? Should we reconsider entirely?"
As the discussion continues, several women in scantily clad red kimonos enter, one to each general. Bowing, they ask how they may serve their masters.
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Akodo Tomatsu
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Jan 24, 2011 22:42:06 GMT -5
He nods to Senshi before he sat down, handing off his kabuto, Lion pelt cape and heavily ornate katana to an attendant, telling him that whatever meal is prepared would be fine, but to bring him a cup of water immediately before turning to the map and taking a seat loosening his armor straps as he does. Hmm... Seems someone has given this a great deal of thought. Well I guess its time we all lay our cards on the table. I've brought 1000 of the finest Lion infantry that we can spare. I have 600 Calvary, 250 elite spear-men of the Lion clan, and the Ikoma House Guard as my personal escort. but thats just my personal army, I'll leave the accounting of the rest of our forces to those who lead them. Taking the cup from the servant and sipping from it, glancing around the tent at the others.
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Daidoji Fitsu
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Post by Daidoji Fitsu on Jan 25, 2011 1:18:20 GMT -5
Fitsu looks slightly uncomfortable when the servants enter. He focuses his attention fully on the table to prevent a lingering glance from drawing shame to himself or his clan. My forces resemble your own in number and style Bayushi-sama. As to their best application, I would like to know how accurate our intelligence on the enemy position is. In the meantime...they are an invading force, if we can cut off their supply lines we will kill their will to press on.
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Bayushi Senshi
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Post by Bayushi Senshi on Jan 25, 2011 1:21:22 GMT -5
Senshi nods, "Their supply lines, such a raiding operation I feel is a task better suited for my soldiers rather then line and wall fighting. I had not considered that, thank you Daidoji-san."
"And what do our Lion generals have to offer?"
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