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 Post subject: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 6:35 pm 
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Few things brought tranquility and peace of mind to the seasoned mariner. The problem was most of those things were probably not found in Rokugan so drinking khadira whilst in the arms of two buxom Ivindi harlots would have to wait.

He had heard about a Scorpion run casino in the vicinity of his current vessel, so he assumed that was a good as any place to find some calm and peace before the examinations. Thinking of examinations made his mood sour; the fact he had to proof himself against moronic landlubbers made his blood boil.

He sighed, his anger fading, as he arrived to the entrance of the casino. He couldn't wait for the expedition to begin.



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PostPosted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 9:26 pm 
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Anzai had opted to stay at the Casino while in Dragon's Guard. Just that little taste of home. Walking the floor, he saw the man with foreign looks walking in.

Based on appearance, he assumed Merenaese.

"Excuse me, you look lost, amigo. Can I help you?"



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 10:33 pm 
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Zabieru's eyed the man with a mix of curiosity and mischievousness. "One is never truly lost," he replied in perfect Rokugani. "Amigo."

"Well perhaps you can, perhaps you can," he eyed the man - he had heard the children of the Scorpion were beautiful but this man seemed to be almost doll-like, a thought that profoundly unsettled the man - "I have come here to search for some respite in such a weary day."

He motioned around "And what better place to do so than where so many tears and laughter are brokered daily?"



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 1:33 am 
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"You are absolutely right. I welcome you to a place such as this. I am Shosuro Anzai, one of the Explorer's for the great expedition." He smiled warmly, inviting the man into the den of stingers.

"It is rather dim out there. Would you care for some tea? I find it is most tranquil for dealing with days such as this." He noticed the way the other man eyed him. There was a slight hint of laviciousness, but he supressed it.

""Have you had many dealings with us Scorpion?"



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 8:30 am 
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The Tortoise smiled warmly at his introduction "Muhaki Zabieru," his tone echoed his smile. "A recent addition to the Explorers and previously of the Dawning Lights. Though it was expected no?" he chuckled. "The city is positively teeming with Explorers."

The mention of tea made him recall his encounter with the Imperial Nakodo - another being of exquisite beauty - causing his smile to widen ever so slightly "That is an offer I can't refuse," he motioned the man to lead the way.

"Who hasn't?



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 2:32 pm 
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"It may be expected, but nonetheless, still good to meet another member of the Corps. I attended Shining Light, previously." He led the man into the casino, past the games of chance. There was a small tea house within the Casino, known for having tea varietals from Scorpion holdings.

A smirk at the statement. "People who think they know better. Until they absolutely need us. Tortoise clan, ne? I'll fully admit I can't recall formally meeting any. Something I am glad to be correcting now."



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 3:00 pm 
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The man gave an approving nod to the tea house before turning his head back to the Scorpion "So we did not stray very far from the colleges that define our Clans," he chuckled. "We really are dreadfully boring people."

The sound of Merenish made him smile, specially when used to utter such honeyed words. The language had a fluidity and strength that Rokugani simply lacked. "Selfrighteousness and hypocrisy rarely are far from each other," he retorted "The honorable man will vilify the latrine publicly while running towards it after a hearty meal."

"But pardon my crass words. Far too crass,"
he bit his lip as he appraised the man once more. "For such a good company."



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 3:26 pm 
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Anzai laughed, his masked visage showing the humor he found in the comment. And then the compliment. "How very true. And no need to apologize. No one else here knows what you just said, and I found it funny. Crass is sometimes necessary." An eyebrow quirked beneath his mask as he watched the Tortoise.

Most men would find that look unsettling. Anzai wasn't most, but he also didn't comment on that. "I view it as enhancing the strongest set of skills for those with the talent to best aid their clan. Please, have a seat, Muhaki-san." Entering the ceremony room, Anzai took his appointed spot.

"You were there, this morning, with the Lioness, ne?"



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 3:50 pm 
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"Now, now," he admonished playfully. "We both know that is a lie. Both you and me know what I just said." he offered a toothy grin "At least."

He was surprised by the quaint appearance of the tea room - was expecting it to be gaudy and tacky a testament to the places he visited? - He turned to the man still smiling "Yet too much crassness and you're a one trick pony. One must always balance the two of them," he snorted. "God, that sounded corny. I guess I really need to take the weight off my shoulders."

He eyed the man curiously and nodded "Indeed. I guess I am soon to be wed," he squinted at the man. "And if you're an explorer that means I should also congratulate you."



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 4:16 pm 
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"We shall see. I speak with the Doom of Bachelors." His smile remained subdued. But there was a glimmer of something in his miscolored eyes as he caught the toothy grin.

"Not the corniest thing I have heard. And I do hear quite a bit, Muhaki-san. Here. This should help..."

And with that, Anzai began the ceremony...

Tea Ceremony (Void 3, Tea Ceremony 1. With one other TN 15) (not screwing up the roll): 4d10o10k3 13

There was something off in the movements. It was close, but perhaps rhe nerves of the day. At least the tea was good...

"Maybe I'm a little nervous about talking to her..." After all, he was going to bring up someone special.



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 5:29 pm 
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"I would be surprised if you didn't find an excellent match," he stated as he got ready for the ceremony "Attractiveness aside, I heard about you and your performances. And I must say I did feel slight jealousy." he winked and leaned back as Anzai prepared the cerimony.

If he noticed that it hadn't gone well he did not show it, his smile never faded and his eyes were always set on the man. "Then don't you worry Shosuro-san, I have a never ending supply of corny sentences and popular knowledge. Who knows, if it wasn't for the celibacy I might even be a monk."

He took a sip from the tea "I was something when talking with her and it wasn't nervous..." he trailed off his grin widening.



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 6:18 pm 
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"Well, we shall see how Akodo-sama felt about them. I told her to her face that I could never think like a Lion. But she certainly didn't seem to dislike me. I did what had to be done for the sake of my Clan. Who knows, a closer alliance perhaps." He shrugged, then flushed slightly at the wink. He wasn't unaccustomed to those glances, the comments. It was part of who he was, just as much as his skill with his words, or his kharmic eyes. "You flatter me, though. I only played to my skills, and failed at the other items she was looking for." A slight laugh at that.

"I think you'd also struggle with being as clean shaven as a monk. Which would be a shame. I can live with never ending corny jokes, Muhaki-san." And then the grin at his last comment.

"She is quite lovely. I think all the Miya women are. But she can be quite terrifying. After all, she decides how well you find yourself in your duty.
Don't think she doesn't notice when others are noticing her."
His own grin was slightly malicious, before partaking from his own drink.



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 7:24 pm 
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The Tortoise blinked before realizing the other man had been talking about the Lion pup. This caused him to laugh boisterously "For the love of..." he wiped a tear. "I fear we were talking about different women at the start. You were talking about the honorable Lion heir right? Oh no, no, didn't even grace her proceedings though I doubt she'd ever go for someone as me." he dismissed any retort. "Don't worry she doesn't make me type either."

He flashed his teeth again when he praised his facial hair "Well, I've never had a complaint about my hair," he leaned forward. "In fact only praises. I guess it tickles." he leaned back and broke into laughter again before producing a nondescript bottle from his robes. "Medroño" he smiled. "I like to call it Liquid Courage."

He nodded at his statement of the Miya. "That is the real beauty of it," he sentenced. "You know she knows and you know that she has all the power in her hands," he uncorked the bottle and served two cups with the murky liquid, he held his one high - a nod as cheers - and downed it letting a sigh of pleasure shortly after. "You have to admit that is kind of arousing."



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 8:05 pm 
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Anzai flushed at his mistake
."I am so sorry, I must have had you confused with someone else." But he joined in the laughter. "I don't think she was concerned about type!" Still laughing, he seemed to actually brighten the room with his smile.

"Sometimes, one needs some liquid courage. I might need it tonight when I meet with Miya-sama." He took the cup as it was offered, raising it back.

"Salud, amigo. Yes, I can see the appeal. Especially with our ways. It's all about power. And you are quite right. It plays to ones own... sensibilities."



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 8:20 pm 
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He refilled the cups as needed "I still wonder how could a woman as formidable as Miya-sama produce someone as..." he gestured as he sought the words. "Unique, as her son." he shrugged "Guess there is one in every family huh?"

"So tell me Shosuro-san, besides ferreting all my secrets, desires and hidden goals what else does a handsome man like you do here? Pardon my forwardness but," he chuckled. "You look as much of a fit to a ship as tits on a bull."



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
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"Life is full of many mysteries." He smirked a bit, merely sipping on the drink. He wasn't one to partake too heavily. Yet the foreign drink was quite delicious.

Then the question about what he was for the expedition. "No offense taken. You may be correct in your assessment. But my talents lie... in the social arena. As you can tell, my uses will be found once speaking with the Merenae." There was a flash of pride in his smirk.

"And if I wanted to ferret out your secrets, I think I'd be relying more on the... amenities of this casino."



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
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The Tortoise gave the Shosuro an appraising look before slowly taking a sip. "It won't be easy," he commented idly. "The Merenish culture has its nuances that might come across as unthinkable for most Rokugani. They do not have clans, instead they have families and regions, each unique in its own way and distinguishable by either their accent or their own regional language."

"You should also learn how to fence," he continued. "Merenish are expected to be able to defend their honor if questioned and the institution of yojimbo simply does not exist." his smile twisted into a grin "I could teach you, I am quite good with the... sword."

He laughed at his plan to ferret his secrets. "I think you'd find it quite difficult to accomplish," he leaned forward. "I thrive in this sort of places."



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Wed Oct 18, 2017 2:55 pm 
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"I've never been one to shy away from something simply because it was difficult." He tilted his head, eyes narrowing slightly, but the smile remained. Then the conversation turned to fencing.

"I imagine you are quite adept at handling your.... weapon . Perhaps there are a few things I should be studying during our long voyage. I'm fluent in the language, but learning the culture could be quite enjoyable. And perhaps even a bit of swordplay." Fencing? He would have to ask Kakita-san what she thought of it, as she was a duelist.

"Exactly why my plan would work, Muhaki-san. People are easiest to learn from in environments where they thrive." Grinning, he raised his glass again.

(Please roll Etiquette Awareness. Nothing bad, I promise, also, numeric value of mental and social disadvantages, please?)



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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Wed Oct 18, 2017 3:33 pm 
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"Good," his grin was ever present. "Courage will get you far among the Mereneese." a small pause "They respect valor and decisiveness but be careful not to be foolhardy. That is a sure way to be facing the business end of a espada ropera." he let a chuckle out and took another sip from his cup.

He licked his lips as the Scorpion stated his goals for the trip before refilling both cups. "Why yes, my weapon is known across the seven seas and admired with a mix of both wonder and fear," he laughed as he took another long sip. "I haven't used it too much whilst here, though I've had a few situations where my hand was forced," he shook his head. "Gruesome affair."

"I'll be pleased to offer you what little guidance I can give. I'm fairly knowledgeable about Mereneese customs and traditions and I count with an enviable collection of tomes and books," he winked "See? A little secret for you... Rose Whisperer."

He raised an eyebrow and felt the alcoholic heat creeping up his neck and into his face, "Oh?" he coughed and placed his cup back on the table. "Then I guess I have been trapped."

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 Post subject: Re: Experience Tranquility [D1, EA]
PostPosted: Wed Oct 18, 2017 4:14 pm 
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Shallow Waters Bayushi Courtier 2 (awareness 4, Investigation 3, 2FR from Bayushi Courtier 1, TN28): 7d10o10k4 23 (using both FR for static +5s each, bringing total to 33. Passed. What are Zabieru's lowest mental trait and social skill with a rank, please?)

"I've never been one to be foolhardy, amigo. I am a Scorpion, after all. I wait till I have my opportunities." Speaking with the man, he found him somewhat difficult to read. He was actually impressed! If he weren't Bayushi trained, he might have missed the subtle, quiet hints in the man's demeanor. "I certainly would not wish to be on the business end." He chuckled a bit, taking the refilled cup.

"I would be honored to learn from you, Señor Muhaki. Perhaps we will be assigned to the same vessel, that would provide ample opportunity."



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