"Given what an impediment to romance a perpetual hanger-on can be, best we don't chance it, hm?"Kaito Oubaihime wrote: ↑Mon Aug 02, 2021 11:01 pmShe giggled. "Anoo... a Scorpion told me to get a Yojimbo... You following this one like a puppy probably will be seen as a bodyguard rather than a suitor."
(D1, MM) Formal Welcome (Event Observation)
- Shiba Raizo
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Re: (D1, MM) Formal Welcome (Event Observation)
Phoenix Clan * Bushi * Soldier* Blunt * Cynical * Seasoned * Strong
Your Wingman Anytime, Whether You Want It Or Not
Glory: 42 * Honor 41 * Status: 30
Carries his katana in an old, drab, battered saya. As of Day 13, wears a delicately carved bracelet of wooden beads polished smooth, laced through with red, yellow, and orange string and a small Phoenix token.
Standard gear: Ceremonial Clothes and a daisho. When in his element, ashigaru armor, a naginata, and a more relaxed form of terror are added into the mix.
Remember to Breathe
Your Wingman Anytime, Whether You Want It Or Not
Glory: 42 * Honor 41 * Status: 30
Carries his katana in an old, drab, battered saya. As of Day 13, wears a delicately carved bracelet of wooden beads polished smooth, laced through with red, yellow, and orange string and a small Phoenix token.
Standard gear: Ceremonial Clothes and a daisho. When in his element, ashigaru armor, a naginata, and a more relaxed form of terror are added into the mix.
Remember to Breathe
- Kaito Oubaihime
- Posts: 2339
- Joined: Wed Jul 14, 2021 7:03 pm
Re: (D1, MM) Formal Welcome (Event Observation)
She bowed at the Shiba. "As you wish. Still the offer stands if you need this one's help with anything just let me know." She smiled. "I will be around the whole miai. I still wonder what the future holds."Shiba Raizo wrote: ↑Mon Aug 02, 2021 11:05 pm"Given what an impediment to romance a perpetual hanger-on can be, best we don't chance it, hm?"
•Phoenix Clan •Shrine Maiden •Water •Clumsy •Softhearted •Lucky •Medic •Random Samurai #71
Smells like flowers
From: D5 Carries a white crane feather D7: Carries Bells
D7:carried a copper bells.
•H: Idealistic Samurai •G: Apprentice •S: Samurai and Monk
Smells like flowers
From: D5 Carries a white crane feather D7: Carries Bells
D7:carried a copper bells.
•H: Idealistic Samurai •G: Apprentice •S: Samurai and Monk
- Kasuga Yoshi
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- Joined: Wed Jul 28, 2021 4:33 pm
Re: (D1, MM) Formal Welcome (Event Observation)
As "engaged" as Yoshi is with the beautiful Koi, appearances must still be made. An unfortunate reality of a miai was that it was unwise to fall in love, as the one you were sure that you would be paired with might be yanked out of your grasp at the last moment. It was an unfortunate necessity to keep the field open until your moment. And if he was, my the Heavens, Yoshi was going to swing for the fences.Kakita Reina wrote: ↑Mon Aug 02, 2021 7:44 pmKakita Reina, on the other hand, finds the presentation fascinating, and moves to examine the statues more closely one the servants have them in place.
He observes a Crane looking over the artwork that was set out. "I am afraid that most are not to the standards of your Kakita Artisans, Crane-san, but there is something endearing about the personal touch, no?" He bows. "This one is Kasuga Yoshi"
Tortoise Clan | Honor: 25 | Glory: 27| Status: 25 | Male | Diplomat | Groomed | Generous | Strife with Mantis
Equipment (standard): Traveling clothes, wakizashi, calligraphy set, knife, kiseru, abacus or gaijin compass, travelling pack, pouch of gaijin coins
(Battle): Tetsubo
"It's an absolute pleasure to see you again. Here, please take this gift. I insist"
Theme Song: Smooth Criminal (Shamisen Style!)
Equipment (standard): Traveling clothes, wakizashi, calligraphy set, knife, kiseru, abacus or gaijin compass, travelling pack, pouch of gaijin coins
(Battle): Tetsubo
"It's an absolute pleasure to see you again. Here, please take this gift. I insist"
Theme Song: Smooth Criminal (Shamisen Style!)
- Kakita Akihiro
- Posts: 113
- Joined: Fri Jul 16, 2021 2:07 pm
Re: (D1, MM) Formal Welcome (Event Observation)
"I am fed, watered, and healthy. The Crane are well served this morning. Shika-sama showed no outward signs of disliking the gift. I will admit to nervousness on that. My training and vocation has been focused on...more offensive uses of culture and language to cause an appropriate outcome for my lord. It has not been entirely pleasant to be without a soft speaking Doji or Asahina to smooth over the coarse clay of my own efforts." Akihiro spoke a lot to bleed off his own stress and realized belatedly he was justifying to the Seppun as a substitute for himself. Fuck. That had been strange and not very fun at the dais though it had worked out.Seppun Yuzu wrote: ↑Mon Aug 02, 2021 11:45 am
"Good morning, Kakita-san." The boy replies, a bit flabbergasted due Reijin's skillful kendama demonstration. "The Deer have been kind, hai." After a proper bow, he asks, "How has been this morning so far to the Crane?"
"But I am going on. Seppun-sama has been gracious enough to ask about the movements of the Crane, how go the Imperial tactics in the court?"
Crane | Kakita | Duelist | Newest Fashions | Disfiguring Scar
Honor: 66 | Glory: 42| Status: 35
ceremonial kimono or traveling kimono, daisho, silver chopsticks for hairpins, mempo, if needed palanquin, Ryuusuke the attendent
Honor: 66 | Glory: 42| Status: 35
ceremonial kimono or traveling kimono, daisho, silver chopsticks for hairpins, mempo, if needed palanquin, Ryuusuke the attendent
- Seppun Yuzu
- Posts: 1257
- Joined: Thu Jul 15, 2021 12:00 pm
Re: (D1, MM) Formal Welcome (Event Observation)
"Well... Shika-sama is really good at kendama. I guess it went well. I am not a good court tactician, if such thing exists." He says, looking around as he tries to find the other Imperial he read the name at the inn.
Imperial • Bushi • Kuge • Governor • Blessed • Dangerous • Precocious
Honor: Honor Is the Ideal • Status: Chisei District Governor • Glory: Reputable Samurai
Description • Theme
Wears: Iron Sheath, Daisho, (No Knife from D13 on)
Outdoor Gear: Lacquered armor, Naginata, Traveling Pack
Indoor Gear: Sanctified robes
Avatar by Mona Finden
Honor: Honor Is the Ideal • Status: Chisei District Governor • Glory: Reputable Samurai
Description • Theme
Wears: Iron Sheath, Daisho, (No Knife from D13 on)
Outdoor Gear: Lacquered armor, Naginata, Traveling Pack
Indoor Gear: Sanctified robes
Avatar by Mona Finden
- Kakita Akihiro
- Posts: 113
- Joined: Fri Jul 16, 2021 2:07 pm
Re: (D1, MM) Formal Welcome (Event Observation)
"I assure you Seppun-sama, such things definitely exist in the halls of the Crane. A Lion on the battlefield has his fan, and a Crane in the court has his. Both are used much the same." Akihiro fluttered his own fan about unexpertly. "But I would not wish to impose for too long Seppun-sama. Your words this morning have been gift enough that I cannot ask for further."Seppun Yuzu wrote: ↑Tue Aug 03, 2021 1:28 am"Well... Shika-sama is really good at kendama. I guess it went well. I am not a good court tactician, if such thing exists." He says, looking around as he tries to find the other Imperial he read the name at the inn.
Crane | Kakita | Duelist | Newest Fashions | Disfiguring Scar
Honor: 66 | Glory: 42| Status: 35
ceremonial kimono or traveling kimono, daisho, silver chopsticks for hairpins, mempo, if needed palanquin, Ryuusuke the attendent
Honor: 66 | Glory: 42| Status: 35
ceremonial kimono or traveling kimono, daisho, silver chopsticks for hairpins, mempo, if needed palanquin, Ryuusuke the attendent
- Shiba Raizo
- Posts: 2076
- Joined: Wed Jul 14, 2021 8:46 pm
Re: (D1, MM) Formal Welcome (Event Observation)
"And if you have anyone you need dangled over the battlements by their ankles, you have but to say the word."Kaito Oubaihime wrote: ↑Mon Aug 02, 2021 11:52 pmShe bowed at the Shiba. "As you wish. Still the offer stands if you need this one's help with anything just let me know." She smiled. "I will be around the whole miai. I still wonder what the future holds."
Phoenix Clan * Bushi * Soldier* Blunt * Cynical * Seasoned * Strong
Your Wingman Anytime, Whether You Want It Or Not
Glory: 42 * Honor 41 * Status: 30
Carries his katana in an old, drab, battered saya. As of Day 13, wears a delicately carved bracelet of wooden beads polished smooth, laced through with red, yellow, and orange string and a small Phoenix token.
Standard gear: Ceremonial Clothes and a daisho. When in his element, ashigaru armor, a naginata, and a more relaxed form of terror are added into the mix.
Remember to Breathe
Your Wingman Anytime, Whether You Want It Or Not
Glory: 42 * Honor 41 * Status: 30
Carries his katana in an old, drab, battered saya. As of Day 13, wears a delicately carved bracelet of wooden beads polished smooth, laced through with red, yellow, and orange string and a small Phoenix token.
Standard gear: Ceremonial Clothes and a daisho. When in his element, ashigaru armor, a naginata, and a more relaxed form of terror are added into the mix.
Remember to Breathe
Re: (D1, MM) Formal Welcome (Event Observation)
Yasu nods. "I think the spear connection offers something of interest for our hosts." She looks to Murato. "Is that sincere as the Crab are sincere," in other words, blunt and even rude, "or just...hmm...normal levels of sincerity?"
"Acknowledging the Deer's martial traditions shows some appreciation and attention went into the gift. I'm less sure about Shosuro-san's there. It's interesting, but...doesn't tie into anything much, unless they've learned Shika-sama collects masks." There's a questioning tone to the last bit. For all she knew, that really was a hobby the champion enjoyed.
The Asahina caught Yasu's eye though. "Oh...my...There's one who'd look more at place on the Wall than in a temple for sure. I should wrangle Hida-san into a meeting with him, I imagine. Make up our own minds before the matchmakers just make the easy pairing for him."
Crab * Purifier * Big Lady * Face Paint * Excellent Bloodlines * Unwealthy * Friendly
Honor is the Ideal * Glory: Unremarkable Retainer * Status: 30 * CP: 16
Commonly worn: Clothes!; wakizashi with crab tsuba; small knife; scroll satchel--tied closed with blue & brown kumihimo braid and dangling apricot pit netsuke; elaborately woven ribbon tying up her hair; a jade necklace carved into a Badger head, carved wooden charms of crab and moth looped around a wrist with lavender ribbon.
Description
Honor is the Ideal * Glory: Unremarkable Retainer * Status: 30 * CP: 16
Commonly worn: Clothes!; wakizashi with crab tsuba; small knife; scroll satchel--tied closed with blue & brown kumihimo braid and dangling apricot pit netsuke; elaborately woven ribbon tying up her hair; a jade necklace carved into a Badger head, carved wooden charms of crab and moth looped around a wrist with lavender ribbon.
Description
- Usogawa Narumi
- Posts: 1256
- Joined: Sat Jul 17, 2021 4:56 pm
Re: (D1, MM) Formal Welcome (Event Observation)
"Asahina.... Bo-san?" Narumi follows the Kuni's gaze and her own lands on the mountain... and all colour drains from the Otters features. She looks for a moment like she might faint, truly, and she realizes she's stopped breathing.
... it might be a good idea to continue breathing? Sharp is the intake of breath then and she nearly drops her cup.
"I met him yesterday morning," her voice seems just a little strained, "-he's uh..."
Narumi felt light headed, and for once seemed at a loss for words. "He's just fine."
Otter clan • Subtle Observer, Cynic • romantic but shady • apprentice nakodo
Glory 40 | Honor 27 | Status 22 | Description | Courtship Points 22
Carries: A paper umbrella, expertly painted to portray a section of the River of Gold. Lucky cricket.
D10+: A netsuke of a tanuki appears hooked over her obi at her left hip.
Also D10+: sports a split lower lip.
D12+: bruising across the back of both hands
Glory 40 | Honor 27 | Status 22 | Description | Courtship Points 22
Carries: A paper umbrella, expertly painted to portray a section of the River of Gold. Lucky cricket.
D10+: A netsuke of a tanuki appears hooked over her obi at her left hip.
Also D10+: sports a split lower lip.
D12+: bruising across the back of both hands
Re: (D1, MM) Formal Welcome (Event Observation)
Yasu frowned in definite concern, shifting a bit to be ready to possibly catch the Otter if she faints. "Are you ok, Usogawa-san?" She regrets not having her medicine kit, and its small bit of medicinal sake to offer.
Crab * Purifier * Big Lady * Face Paint * Excellent Bloodlines * Unwealthy * Friendly
Honor is the Ideal * Glory: Unremarkable Retainer * Status: 30 * CP: 16
Commonly worn: Clothes!; wakizashi with crab tsuba; small knife; scroll satchel--tied closed with blue & brown kumihimo braid and dangling apricot pit netsuke; elaborately woven ribbon tying up her hair; a jade necklace carved into a Badger head, carved wooden charms of crab and moth looped around a wrist with lavender ribbon.
Description
Honor is the Ideal * Glory: Unremarkable Retainer * Status: 30 * CP: 16
Commonly worn: Clothes!; wakizashi with crab tsuba; small knife; scroll satchel--tied closed with blue & brown kumihimo braid and dangling apricot pit netsuke; elaborately woven ribbon tying up her hair; a jade necklace carved into a Badger head, carved wooden charms of crab and moth looped around a wrist with lavender ribbon.
Description