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Seppun Hinami
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Wed Nov 08, 2017 10:07 pm |
Joined: Mon Sep 18, 2017 6:37 pm Posts: 649
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Hinami was not pleased with the Tortoise. Asking for Seppun Kaiya to defend him was outrageous. Hinami bowed to Jama and to the rest of the explorers and waited until she was given permission to speak.
'' I don't want to be seen as intervening between a sacred duel that has been declared legal but Seppun Kaiya-san is part of the Seppun family. As such, if she decides to defend the honor of...'' Her gaze went to Zabieru for a moment ''... whichever party, it would be as a personal action and choice, and by no means it shows my family's preference for any clan or person in particular. We do not take sides on disputes between the clans. '' She said with a calm tone.
'' The Seppun family serves the Hantei family, and -only- them. Our duty is to the Son of Heavens and his family only. '' She reminded everyone of the Seppun neutrality and duty. She bowed respectfully to Jama once again, and returned to her place.
Last edited by Seppun Hinami on Thu Nov 09, 2017 12:42 am, edited 2 times in total.
_________________ *Imperial *Kuge *Courtier *Wealthy *Blessed *Beautiful Voice *Cursed *Superintendent for Kameyama Jima *The Spider Queen Honor: What is Expected|Glory: 3.9|Reputation: 2.7|Notoriety: 1.8|Infamy: 0.0|Status: 5.0
Languages: Rokugani Carries: Traditional Clothing, Extravagant Furisode (Usually), Extravagant Jūnihitoe (Very Formal), Wakizashi, Tanto, Calligraphy Set, Personal Chop, Exquisite Jade Pendant Mon: Seppun, Otomo D13 Theme
Since D6 LA accompanied by Megumi, a Rokugani ronin translator.
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Gusai Susumu
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Wed Nov 08, 2017 10:39 pm |
Joined: Mon Sep 18, 2017 7:36 pm Posts: 1243
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Susumu had no reaction until Kaiya's name was called out.
He slightly shifted to look at his 'betrothed' and first mate.
_________________ ''Destiny unfolds'' Mantis Clan-Captain-Merchant-Shrewd Businessman-Naval-Leader of Men-Explorer- Ivindi Merenaese Mekhem Miya Suihime wrote: ''...he was a paragon of courtesy...'' Status 4 (5 for mantis and peasants)/Glory 8.4/Reputation 4.3/ Honor: What is expected (GASP!) Equipment (visible): -always: Double Kama, wakizashi, jade finger -when appropriate: light armor
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Kitsu Keiji
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Wed Nov 08, 2017 10:59 pm |
Joined: Wed Sep 20, 2017 7:46 pm Posts: 459
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Muhaki Zabieru wrote: "I will be requiring a champion to defend me for unlike Matsu-san, I was not schooled as a bushi. As such I would like to ask Seppun Kaiya, first mate of the Walrus, to grant me the honor of being my champion."
"I ask her and not a member of my own crew, because the duelists that had been assigned to us, unfortunately, were lost at sea during their duty to protect the vessel. May one day we find them again safe and sound so we may thank them for their role in preserving the rest." "Surely there must be someone of your own family who could champion you, Captain Muhaki," Keiji commented, with a slight tilt of his head. "I can hardly throw a stone in this city without hitting a Muhaki."
_________________ Lion Clan Samurai • Imperial Explorer • Captain of Kunshu Maru • Famous • Voice • Leadership Status 4.0 (Ship Captain) • Glory 7.2 (amazing naval officer) • Reputation 4.3 (naval commander, battle of Skull Island) • Honor: Exceptional Sturdy clothing, daisho, traveling pack, drafting tools
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Muhaki Zabieru
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Wed Nov 08, 2017 11:37 pm |
Joined: Mon Sep 25, 2017 2:11 pm Posts: 421
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He nodded at the words of the Kitsu. "Hai, its true that the city is full of Muhaki," he confirmed. "But none of those Muhaki are Imperial Scouts."
"When I accepted the privilege of serving in this Imperial Expedition, I too set its objectives and importance first and foremost," his tone was neutral. "I am now an Imperial Scout first and a Tortoise second."
"After all, this expedition is lead by none other than Hantei-no-Kimi," he lowered his head in respect. "His orders are more important than any our respective clans might give us."
_________________ Tortoise Clan • Privateer (Allegedly) • Foreign Heritage • Gaijin Name • Fabulously Wealthy • Captain of Amateratsu's Grace Honor: 1.0 - Glory: 3.0 - Status: 4.5 (5.5 in East Port) Speaks: Merenaese, Mekhem, Ivindi, Yobanjin
Equipment: Rapier, navigation tools, light armor when applicable
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Kitsu Keiji
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 12:24 am |
Joined: Wed Sep 20, 2017 7:46 pm Posts: 459
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Muhaki Zabieru wrote: He nodded at the words of the Kitsu. "Hai, its true that the city is full of Muhaki," he confirmed. "But none of those Muhaki are Imperial Scouts."
"When I accepted the privilege of serving in this Imperial Expedition, I too set its objectives and importance first and foremost," his tone was neutral. "I am now an Imperial Scout first and a Tortoise second." "That may be," Keiji agreed, nodding. "But then there must be someone among your crew that could serve? I know Amaterasu's Grace encountered... some difficulties... during the storm, but surely you cannot mean to imply that there is no one aboard the flagship who knows the art of the sword?"
_________________ Lion Clan Samurai • Imperial Explorer • Captain of Kunshu Maru • Famous • Voice • Leadership Status 4.0 (Ship Captain) • Glory 7.2 (amazing naval officer) • Reputation 4.3 (naval commander, battle of Skull Island) • Honor: Exceptional Sturdy clothing, daisho, traveling pack, drafting tools
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Seppun Kaiya
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 2:08 am |
Joined: Tue Sep 19, 2017 2:32 am Posts: 447
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There was much that happened at this meeting that was shameful, but the personal slight from the daughter of her Daimyo was rather unexpected. Burying that, Kaiya maintained herself impeccably despite the clear departure from all sorts of civil behavior they were all forced to bear witness to. That the bickering did not cease even now, before propriety could be observed and Kaiya was allowed the chance to respond spoke gravely enough for some. Despite this, Kaiya had been sure to maintain enough of a watch on the Hantei to surely be able to learn the mans preference on this matter. Where the support of the Hantei lay, and where Kaiya found it most proper to act. Courtier: 30 [Determining Hantei Jama's preference through subtle but telling natural response.]
_________________ Imperial - Kakita - Bushi - Duelist - Hero of the People - Mute - Sacrosanct - Imperial Explorer Status: 3.0 | Glory: 7.0 | Honor: Exceptional Carries: Daisho, Flute, Jade Necklace Language: Sign, Mekhem
Attendant - Isabella [Merenease, Mekhem]
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Yogo Akarei
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 4:35 am |
Joined: Thu Sep 21, 2017 12:06 am Posts: 528
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The Scorpion in the room opened up her fan and relegated herself to outside of the spotlight. She had her opinions, surely, but there was far too much potential in the situation to interrupt with her own words. Behind that mask of her, her voracious eyes and ears committed these follies to memory...
_________________ Scorpion | Vassal (Tansaku) | Jade Yoriki | Diviner (Astrology) | Blessed by Fire | The "Flame of Piety" | First Officer of the Yamato Maru Status: 3.0 | Glory: 3.0 | Honor: Honorless Dog Languages: Rokugani General Theme | Stargazing Theme | Battle Theme
Typically Carries: Robes, Mask, Fan, Wakizashi, Knife, Scroll Satchel, Divination Kit, Paper Wards
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Hantei Jama
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 6:00 am |
Joined: Fri Jul 28, 2017 6:02 am Posts: 294
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Jama would be inscrutable about his preferences about this situation. Or perhaps he truly had no preference. He had not expressed any annoyance niether when Zabieru had sought her aid nor when Hinami and Kenji had spoken on the matter.
_________________ Imperial Heir | Second Son of Hantei IX | Admiral of the Imperial Explorers | Overseer of the Colleges | Regal | Clever | Progressive Status: 9.5 | Glory: 8 | Honour: Exceptional
"The great questions of the day will not be decided by courtly discussions or pious prayers to the Heavens, but by blood and iron."
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Seppun Kaiya
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 7:49 am |
Joined: Tue Sep 19, 2017 2:32 am Posts: 447
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As the address had been made to her Kaiya waved Sakia forward as she approached Zabieru and bowed merely in respect before turning to Sakia, signalling with her hands.
"Seppun Kaiya-sama," Sakia opened after Kaiya's hands fell to rest, bowed low as she spoke and utterly deferential to the surrounding Samurai of great merit and status, "would like it to be known what an honor it is to have you seek her in such an important matter for you Muhaki Zabieru-sama. However, as her Family's Scion has already said, she is a Seppun first and that truth calls her to remain neutral in this matter that does not concern herself or her Family. Furthermore that this matter appears to be one of personal merit concerning families foreign to Seppun Kaiya-sama herself she is concerned if she were to intercede that she may appear as an interloper in the eye of the heavens and your ancestors."
"May the Heavens bear witness to the truth," Sakia said as both woman bowed deeply, albeit Sakia much more so. Returning back to their place out from underneath the spotlight.
_________________ Imperial - Kakita - Bushi - Duelist - Hero of the People - Mute - Sacrosanct - Imperial Explorer Status: 3.0 | Glory: 7.0 | Honor: Exceptional Carries: Daisho, Flute, Jade Necklace Language: Sign, Mekhem
Attendant - Isabella [Merenease, Mekhem]
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Asahina Tori
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 7:52 am |
Joined: Tue Sep 19, 2017 6:10 am Posts: 364
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Tori watches the proceedings in annoyed silence. So, Zabieru, what absurd gambit are you going to try next to get out of this?
_________________ Crane * Courtier * Distinguished Naturalist * Sailor * Imperial Naval Academy * Tinker * Lecher * Small * Honors Student * Captain * Sensei * Librarian of the Explorers Status: 4.0 * Glory: 8.6 * Honor: 6.5 * Reputation: 4.1 Inventory: Wakizashi, Tanto, Fan, Calligraphy Set, Mirror, Pistol, Seagull Necklace Rokugani * Thrane * Merenaese
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Miya Suihime
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 8:05 am |
Joined: Mon Sep 18, 2017 6:30 pm Posts: 903
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Suihime watched the proceedings with a neutral expression. Inside, she was fuming though at the pettiness of the situation.
If I was a local I wouldn't trust anyone here either.
_________________ Imperial * Captain of the Ashitae Maru * Courtier *Imperial Explorer * Herald * Jama's Retainer * Bookworm * Jinn-Touched * Prolific Pundit on Gaijin Affairs * Gaijin-curious * Princess of the Imperial Navy * Profile Status: 4.0 | Glory 7.8 | Honour/Faith Exceptional | Reputation 1.3
Languages: Rokugani, Mekhem, Yobanjin, Merenaese, ???
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Muhaki Zabieru
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 10:01 am |
Joined: Mon Sep 25, 2017 2:11 pm Posts: 421
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One could not tell if the Tortoise was annoyed by her answer as his face remained inscrutable. "A pity Seppun-san," he lowered his face. "I am deeply saddened that there seems to be still those that put their families first than their duty as Imperial Explorer."
He turned to the Imperial Heir, his head lowered. "Hantei-no-Kimi," his tone polite. "I will need some time then to contact my clan and arrange a champion."
_________________ Tortoise Clan • Privateer (Allegedly) • Foreign Heritage • Gaijin Name • Fabulously Wealthy • Captain of Amateratsu's Grace Honor: 1.0 - Glory: 3.0 - Status: 4.5 (5.5 in East Port) Speaks: Merenaese, Mekhem, Ivindi, Yobanjin
Equipment: Rapier, navigation tools, light armor when applicable
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Hantei Jama
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 12:32 pm |
Joined: Fri Jul 28, 2017 6:02 am Posts: 294
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"Then do not tarry. We dismiss you from this meeting for this purpose. The duel will take place as scheduled."
Jama said dispassionately, letting insufficient deference slide this one time.
_________________ Imperial Heir | Second Son of Hantei IX | Admiral of the Imperial Explorers | Overseer of the Colleges | Regal | Clever | Progressive Status: 9.5 | Glory: 8 | Honour: Exceptional
"The great questions of the day will not be decided by courtly discussions or pious prayers to the Heavens, but by blood and iron."
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Muhaki Berena
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 4:21 pm |
Joined: Mon Sep 18, 2017 6:22 pm Posts: 1687
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Bellena logged the whole conversation and scene somewhere deep in her mind and then looked around the room to see if anything else was about to happen since it appeared the conversation had been derailed by the return of the authorities.
_________________ Tortoise Clan • Scholar-Sage • Linguist • Astronomer • 'Unparalleled Intellect' • Foreign Heritage • Gaijin Name • Advisor Faith: What is Expected - Reputation: 2.4 - Status: 3.0 Carries/Owns: Rapier, Pistol, Telescope Speaks: Merenaese, Mekhem, Yodotai, Rokugani, Thranish, Ujik-hai
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Agasha Utsusemi
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 4:24 pm |
Joined: Wed Sep 20, 2017 11:18 pm Posts: 2397
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Utsusemi paid her respects to the prince and his companion, but remained silent with her eyes lowered, her posture picture perfect as she waited for the meeting to proceed.
There were no glances cast about, or small gestures given to any of the others.
_________________ Dragon Clan • Waifu • Poet • Sensational Artisan • Chadō Master • Courtier • Imperial Chaperone • Second Officer of the Kunshu Maru • Healer Theme #5 • Profile Honour: Exceptional • Status: 5.0 • Glory: 5.1 (Lady of the Golden Moon's Words) Faith: Exceptional • Status: 4.0 • Reputation: 2.7 (Lady Uxue) Languages: Rokugani, Merenaese Has: Wakizashi, flute, notebook (new), small knife, satchel (contains medicine kit and paint supplies).
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Seppun Hinami
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2017 8:05 pm |
Joined: Mon Sep 18, 2017 6:37 pm Posts: 649
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The young Seppun princess was pleased with Kaiya's decision to not intervene in the duel, she made a slight nod approving her decision, but nothing else. Her face was neutral.
Their duty is to defend the honor of the Hantei family and the other imperial families. Not the honor of the Great clans, and definitely not the 'honor' of a minor clan member. Hinami does have a personal grudge with Zabieru for treating her like a common yūjo the other day, but she also truly believed that the Seppun should be neutral in clan affairs unless they directly involve the Hantei.
_________________ *Imperial *Kuge *Courtier *Wealthy *Blessed *Beautiful Voice *Cursed *Superintendent for Kameyama Jima *The Spider Queen Honor: What is Expected|Glory: 3.9|Reputation: 2.7|Notoriety: 1.8|Infamy: 0.0|Status: 5.0
Languages: Rokugani Carries: Traditional Clothing, Extravagant Furisode (Usually), Extravagant Jūnihitoe (Very Formal), Wakizashi, Tanto, Calligraphy Set, Personal Chop, Exquisite Jade Pendant Mon: Seppun, Otomo D13 Theme
Since D6 LA accompanied by Megumi, a Rokugani ronin translator.
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Matsu Yasuhiro
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Fri Nov 10, 2017 8:53 pm |
Joined: Mon Sep 18, 2017 9:12 pm Posts: 1325
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Yasuhiro remained silent through the proceedings. It was obvious that some here; especially the Crane, resented the Lion, which is the only reason why they had moved in support of the Tortoise. If they couldn't tell what kind of man he was after his mocking words, and his slight upon the honor of the Seppun he had asked to be his Champion, well it would enter his report to Meikuko-dono to say the least.
He was interested to see what the Hantei would say and the lack f security on this Island, especially the western port. This was what this meeting was all about after all.
_________________ Lion Clan | Bushi | Archer | Shireikan | Naval College | Blessed | Explorer | Disturbing | Proven Marksman | Jinn Touched
Honor: Exceptional | Status: 6.0 | Glory: 4.4| Infamy: 1.0 | Reputation: 1.7 | Notoriety: 1.1
Carries: Daisho, Kimono, Finger of Jade When allowed: Yumi, Light Armor Merenaese
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Muhaki Zabieru
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Fri Nov 10, 2017 9:34 pm |
Joined: Mon Sep 25, 2017 2:11 pm Posts: 421
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Zabieru considered his options. He could leave now and hope that a decent enough duelist happened to be on the island. An island that was previously unknown to the rest of the Empire. An island where duels either do not follow any sort of protocol or disputes are solved by mamluk just roughing up both parties. Furthermore accepting this would imply leaving and allowing the vipers to have unfettered access to the Imperial Heir.
What to do.
He finally decided, adopting a position of supplicant and taking the proper protocol to the line. "Hantei-no-Kimi. I can not in good faith leave this meeting and involve non-Imperial Scouts into these affairs," he proclaimed. "I also, independently of my safety or my status, can't abandon this meeting. Unless my prince demands that I abandon."
"As such," a pause for extending the anticipations. "I would like to be my own champion in order to keep the resolution of this affair inside of the Imperial Scouts."
He was really a fan of theatricality.
_________________ Tortoise Clan • Privateer (Allegedly) • Foreign Heritage • Gaijin Name • Fabulously Wealthy • Captain of Amateratsu's Grace Honor: 1.0 - Glory: 3.0 - Status: 4.5 (5.5 in East Port) Speaks: Merenaese, Mekhem, Ivindi, Yobanjin
Equipment: Rapier, navigation tools, light armor when applicable
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Hantei Jama
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Sat Nov 11, 2017 12:31 am |
Joined: Fri Jul 28, 2017 6:02 am Posts: 294
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Jama frowned.
"It is within your right. But your rickety behaviour wastes our time and speaks of your insincerity and indecision. Because of this your belated appeal to Duty rings hollower than it could if your service at sea was only considered. In observance of our Heavenly Father's laws we shall not jeopardise tomorrow's sacred trial even though your conduct already calls for chastisement. May the Fortunes decide your fate. Now sit and speak no further."
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Zabieru loses honour for being duped into performing a disloyal act, showing false courtesy to gain advantage over an enemy and committing a major breach of etiquette. He also gains 2 Ranks of Infamy or Failure of Sincerity (Player's Choice).
_________________ Imperial Heir | Second Son of Hantei IX | Admiral of the Imperial Explorers | Overseer of the Colleges | Regal | Clever | Progressive Status: 9.5 | Glory: 8 | Honour: Exceptional
"The great questions of the day will not be decided by courtly discussions or pious prayers to the Heavens, but by blood and iron."
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Muhaki Zabieru
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Post subject: Re: The Original Purpose [LM6] Posted: Sat Nov 11, 2017 12:45 am |
Joined: Mon Sep 25, 2017 2:11 pm Posts: 421
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The Tortoise lowered his head. He would have to work twice as hard to get back on the good side of the Hantei.
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_________________ Tortoise Clan • Privateer (Allegedly) • Foreign Heritage • Gaijin Name • Fabulously Wealthy • Captain of Amateratsu's Grace Honor: 1.0 - Glory: 3.0 - Status: 4.5 (5.5 in East Port) Speaks: Merenaese, Mekhem, Ivindi, Yobanjin
Equipment: Rapier, navigation tools, light armor when applicable
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