Samurai Tales

[Charm]

Well this is my First rpg back on the boards. "Congratulations" Being in order.
To fill you in All I used to do back on the old boards before problems in real life forced my eventual departure. I was one of the orginal peeps and had something like #6 - anyway less about me and may I introduce you to my First rpg.

Samurai tales -

2001 Orie A world still without the powerful presence of the firearm, Orie is a world moderatly like ours but with the sword being the weapon of choice.
Orie is a three continent world The Rising continent in the east ,The setting Continent in the west and the Final Contient called the Shadow.

The World Is currently at a time of peace, with the great wars finished the powerful Rising Contient , the Rich Setting Contient and the Dark yet Strong Shadow Continent finally reaching peace, a group of Traveling Samurai without lords seeking their own goals find themselves set down in a inn in Koshia south of Edo the capital of the rising continent.

notes [Ori currency - Yen in Coins Notes and Credit Cards]
[style is classical and modern with kimono mixing with jeans and street fashion] - computers are common with desktops and palmtops, digital watches and other computerised equipment, however cars and aeroplanes arent.. engines havent been managed to get any smaller than a large truck engine or a small boat engine. they are also clanky and slow. trains are steam driven.
To Make A Charecter

Name -
Age -
Bio - [Try and be descriptive]
Weakness - [Their personal Weakness - non emotional prefered]
Strength - [Their Major ability]
Description - [Try and be descriptive]
Personal style - [your style of fighting]

[Tharrick]

Name: Jin Hitsurugi
Age: 32
Bio: Jin spent his childhood training in Bouryokuzata kenjutsu, a traditional yet brutal style of swordsmanship. During an argument one day with his sensei, blades were drawn, and only Jin walked away. Since that day, he's wandered, seeking meaning to his existence, and perfection of his sword style
Bouryokuzata Kenjutsu is a style that involves brutal, hard-hitting and fast attacks, but with little focus on defence. High-level practitioners have been known to enter a ferocious battle rage in the heat of combat.
Weakness: Lack of defence
Strength: Sheer rage, hard-hitting, and very fast
Description: Jin is tall, his long black hair tied back in a ponytail. He wears a blue kimono and white hakama, with no crest on the back. He also wears glasses.

[Charm]

Name - Kejoshu Longu
Age - 31
Bio - Kejoshu Comes from a mixed family his mother from the Setting continent and a master of a form of martial art called tai chi, and his father a diplomat and samurai they met and fell in love. Kejoshu learnt the arts of both his parents and mixed them into a masterful and beautiful art that creates alot of strong heavy blows with the sword with a near undefeatable defensive stance. Kejoshu is a slightly easy and relaxed Buddist who takes life calmly.
Weakness - [Speed]
Strength - [Defensive and Concentrated]
Description - Kejoshu stands 5 foot 6 inches tall and is always in a sort of concentrated yet happy daze. His hair is slicked back tightly and almost explodes into a mess at the back he wears a pair of glasses and a large metal turtle shell on his back he also wears a light striped and dotted [blue and brown dots and stipes] white kimono and light sandles.
Personal Style -aoumigame no kenjutsu
[swordsmanship of the green sea turtle]

[Brindley]

Name - Kiyoyuki Yanada
Age - 26
Bio - A traditionalist from the deep mountain villages of the Shadow Continent, Kiyoyuki has little contact with much of the outside world. Training in the art of Eskrima, coupled with hard work in the rice paddies from a young age has given Kiyoyuki unmatched speed and stamina. As a young man, however, Kiyoyuki felt confined in the small villages, and set out to discover the world.

Weakness - Technology Illiterate
Strengths - Speed and Stamina
Description - Kiyoyuki is a small young man. Long, dark hair is pulled up to a ponytail on top of his head. He wears a simple dark brown kimono, with a small drap Obi securing it. He uses an engraved three-foot long stick as a walking stick, and has a shorter stick fastened to his Obi.

Style - Eskrima is a form of hand, foot, and stick fighting which emphasises speed and manual dexterity in the practitioner.

[Lei]

Name - Kioko Tanaka
Age - 22
Bio - Under her mother's instruction, Kioko was put under intense training in Naginata-do since a young age. Instead of being allowed to act her age, she was commanded to follow in her mother's footsteps, and live upto her family name. Doing this made Kioko withdrawn and quiet, only ever opening up to those she trusts completly. Now at the age of 22 she is travelling, still waiting for the chance to live up to her family name and prove her mother proud.
Weakness - Close combat
Strength - Self protection and fighting opponents from a distance.
Description - Kioko is 5ft 3". She has long, flowing dark hair, which at least half of it is always tied back. Kioko's skin is very pale, and her eyes dark. Her kimonos are usually reds and oranges and covered in flower designs.
Style - Naginata-do (the way of the naginata)

[cloud77]

Name - Zane Chiro
Age - 24
Bio - Zane raised himself as a child on the Sadow continent.His parent abandoned him when he was five years old.When he tried to interact with anyone such as make freinds, they would 'spit him out'. This has made him rather quiet but the anger has strengthened his fight.He trained the art of(i'm gonna use this one cuz it's the only one i know) kendo for a few years until his sensei died of heart disease. Since then Zane has set out to find his parents and possibly meet someone who will not treat him like trash.
Weakness -(whatever)Fightning against enemies from far away
Strength -When angry, Zane is Very hard to control.He attacks with power that is unimaginable in some cases and usually is very fast but his defence is weakened
Description - Zane is 5'9'' and has longish brown hair with matching eyes.(i'm just gonna wear some normal-ish clothes...tell me if i need to change it)He wears baggy black pants and a black shirt that says "Keep Staring, I Might Do A Trick"
Personal style - Kendo with anger as a power support

[Charm]

The night ran on and on that night the Hurricane passed mearly 3 miles from where they were sitting in a small roadside Inn their transport from Naskini a nearby town to Edo had managed to break down on them so the tables of the otherwise quiet inn became slightly full as the five samurai sat around them.
----Note that the language spoken is japanese but english is fine---
"News from Edo tonight as the Hurricane tears through the capital city of the Rising empire. No lives have been reported lost and thanks to advanced tracking Techniques employed by meteorologists. however as you can see the northwards entrance bridge to Edo has been destroyed the army is moving in to make sure that it is repaired with minimal loss of time."
The bartender standing next to a serving girl whistled "well thats a big storm" he looked around at the samurai and then the girl started laughing as he said something quietly.
The man wearing the heavy looking turtle shell and wearing the kimono yawned "aww man this is seriously putting a dent in my scheduel man" he stretched "and heres me talking to myself" he smirked standing up and walking over to another table "Yo stranger you traveling to Edo too?" he asked Jin Smiling still holding his iced beer.

[Tharrick]

Jin looked at the small bottle of sake warming in front of him, then poured a small cup.

'Wherever my path takes me' he said, sipping from the cup.
'Rare, to find good sake these days. But they say that the time of day, the season, and the weather, all influence the taste. It must be the storm. I should remember this.'

[Charm]

"Kejoshu is my name fellow swordsman. And that is why i switched to beer." he smirked "Keeps you ready to enjoy any sake that you slam past your lips" he smiled eyes closed "so perchance are you heading to the freelance swordsmanship trials? as i am?"

[Tharrick]

'I may have heard a thing or two of swordsmanship trials, but I have little interest in such matters.'

[Brindley]

Kiyoyuki glanced up from the corner. The weather had certainly forced him to take shelter. Something big must really have upset one of the Gods! he thought. Listening around the room, he heard much talk of the storm, but one conversation from a table close by caught his attention.

'Excuse me, I heard you talking. How far from here is Edo?'

[Charm]

Kejoshu shrugged "not my bother just another swordsman who wont be in my path" he smiled and laid his head on the table looking at the chopsticks in the middle "Strange how the storm chooses to get in my way. Maybe its a omen"
He blinked at the question and glanced up at the television hanging from above the bar "about thirty more miles"

[Tharrick]

''Just another swordsman'?' Jin said, quirking an eyebrow. 'I take offence at that. Will you apologise, or will we decide this with honour?'

His hand strayed towards the hilt of his katana.

[Charm]

Kejoshu stood up blinking holding out his hands "no no no its not what i meant guh i meant to say you wont be... darn.."

[Tharrick]

Jin also stood up, his hand resting now on his sword-hilt.
'Then apologise. Apologise, or face my sword as payment for the insult you have dealt me.'

[Brindley]

'Would you two mind saving this until after the storm has passed? I'd rather not be stuck in this bar while you two bore arms at each other. Why don't you settle your differences over another drink?'

[Tharrick]

'This is not your concern. I have been insulted, and this will be settled, one way or the other'

[Charm]

Kejoshu bowed "Sorry sorry I did not mean to insult you lets not draw steel here please I seek not violence".

[Tharrick]

'Very well' Jin said, lowering his hand. He turned back to his sake, and tossed back another cup.

[Charm]

Kejoshu sighed and looked around at most of the other quiet faces "well that put about as much luster into the room as a bomb would" he sighed looking over at the waitress "yoo ill have some squid noodles please!" he smiled and winked which she returned with a sigh and walking off into the kitchen.

[Brindley]

Kiyoyuki turned to Kejoshu. 'So tell me of Edo. I have never been there, and long to see what I have heard described as the Gem of this nation.'

[Charm]

Kejoshu smirked "well its a really big city, unlike some of the small cities though it towers with huge skyscrapers that in some places at certian times block out the sun it has the largest military force in the country stationed there and it has a great overground train system and various other technical marvels."

[Brindley]

'Such things I would be glad to see, but some things are best left unseen. Buildings that touch the sky, blocking out the sun? Surely a marvel to behold but a nuisance to those wishing to bask in the sun's rays. It will be an experience, seeing Edo. Although it will probably have to wait until tomorrow, judging from this weather.' Kiyoyuki glances out of the window, seeing the rain hammering down on the ground outside.

'Tell me, what are you travelling to Edo for?'

[Tharrick]

Jin placed his empty cup next to the empty sake bottle, stood, and walked over to the door. He opened it, and looked out at the storm.

'The farmers will have a difficult time' he said to nobody in particular, looking at the beginnings of a flood.

[Brindley]

Hearing the rain get louder and a draft pick up through the bar, Kiyoyuki turns around to look towards the door. 'Hey, some of us don't want to be catching a cold from this storm'

[Tharrick]

Jin closed the door again, and turned back to the bar.

'Sake' he said, and the bartender produced another ceramic bottle, placing it in the shallow bowl of water to warm again. Jin tossed a few coins onto the bar, enough yen to cover the sake.

'Have you never drunk warm sake in a cold room?' he asked, looking at Kiyoyuki. 'The flavour becomes most distinct, and the feel of the warmth of both the alcohol and the physical warmth of the drink becomes exquisite.'

[Brindley]

'Maybe, but that doesn't stop the fact that my ankles are now cold.' Kiyuyoki sighed, 'I apologise, I am not usually so grouchy. The weather is just affecting my mood for the worse.'

[Tharrick]

'My apologies' Jin said. He picked up another cup from the bar, filled it with sake, and slid it across to Kiyuyoki.

'Here, try it.'

[Brindley]

Kiyuyoki takes the offered cup, and sips it gently. Molten pleasure flows slowly down his throat as he swallows the pleasent alcohol.

'I see what you mean, this surely is the way sake was meant to be enjoyed?!'

[Tharrick]

'The flavour is quite different depending on the time of year, of the day, and a multitude of other factors. To drink sake under the falling cherry blossoms, or to drink it in midsummer in the mountains, the flavour is different each time.'

[Brindley]

'Certainly a delicate drink. One I shall try to enjoy more often. Back when I was growing up, the village sake was reserved for special occasions. Forgive me, I have not yet introduced myself, my name is Kiyuyoki.'

[Tharrick]

Jin stood and bowed.

'I am Jin Hitsurugi.'

[Brindley]

Kiyoyuki stands and returns the bow, 'Jin, it is an honour. So tell me, what business of yours has this storm interrupted? Were you, like I, travelling to Edo?'

[Tharrick]

'Edo lay at the end of the path that I was walking, but my path may well have changed before I arrived'

[Brindley]

'So you are a wanderer then? It almost seems to me that Edo draws a great many wanderers looking for answers. I myself am travelling there, to experience new experiences, taste new tastes, and smell new smells.'

[Tharrick]

'I travel to avoid past experiences, past tastes and past smells'

[Brindley]

'Painful memories? I will not question further if you so desire.'

[Charm]

Kejoshu turned and glanced at the Television the picture now slightly fuzzy - News just in the southern bridge has collapsed and it has been attributed to possible terrorist acts by unknown groups. Im going to repeat this "The Bridges into The capital have been destroyed in a suspected terrorist attack. it has been reported that bombs destroyed the bridges during the hurricane."
we have also gotten a report that the group is taking responsibilty for the attack though the army has yet to release any information. they however have released this statement "We are at this time in the belief that a terrorist attack has been launched upon us in retaliation for the capture of war criminal mishimasu shori. It is believed that the terrorist group and former army of the shadow continent is behind the attack however we are currently investigating. we urge civilians to be calm and aide the army if they can."
.. we take you live.. zZZzzt the screen went static and the bartender hit the suspended television "damn satalite" he sighed. Kejoshu blinked "well thats something" he gulped quietly. "what kind of man does that?" he then asked out loud.

[Tharrick]

'One with no honour' Jin responded simply.

[Brindley]

'Does that mean we won't be able to get into Edo?' Kiyoyuki looked crestfallen.

[Tharrick]

'The bridges are not the only way into Edo, but it is possible that the military will close the city gates and prevent all entry'

[Brindley]

Kiyoyuki sighed. 'Such a shame, that in our world there is such violence without honour. I would truly like to see Edo, although I am in no rush to visit. Perhaps they will not close the city gates for too long.'

[Charm]

"Well its still a good two days travel they cant keep the gates closed indefinitely" he yawned a little still looking at the fuzzy tv reception returning the reporter becomming a multi coloured blur "When you arrive good chances are they will be open"

[TriggerHappi:D]

Name-Nishogosa Urusai(Nisho for short)

Age-20

Bio-Nishogosa Urusaiwas born in the massive metropolis of Edo City, into a wealthy family. His mother is an actress and his father was the late Nyonousa Urusai, the richest man in Edo. Tired of his luxurious lifestyle, he left home to live an average life as a soldier.

Weakness-Nisho left his home only 3 years ago, and has not become fully accustomed to life as a soldier. His fighting style is nowhere near perfected, and his stubborness is only surpassed by his lust for battle.

Strength-Nisho's greatest strength is his first-class katana, brought by his mother before his departure. The blade is composed of adamant-alloy, the strongest known synthetic metal.

Description-A young samurai warrior, who's hand almost never leaves the hilt of his decorated blade. He bears light plate armor under his hooded cloak.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Suddenly the loud conversations of the pub were abruptly stopped by the simultaneous clap of thunder and slam of the front door swinging open. Beneath the doorway stood a medium-sized man with broad shoulders. He stepped inside the bar, gallons of water dripping from his drenched cloak. He spoke, and his deep-sounding voice filled the room,
"The gates of Edo have been closed."

[Tharrick]

Jin quirked an eyebrow at the newcomer

'You don't say' he said

[TriggerHappi:D]

Nishogosa kept on as he sat down next to the bartender.
"They were closed immediately after the bombing of the Talo Bridge. To prevent any incidents from occuring within the city. No one is allowed to enter or depart. Great Edo, the city built like a safe." He spoke his final sentence with a slight chuckle and motioned a drink to the bartender.

[Tharrick]

'Thank you very much for repeating what we've all been watching on the television for the past hour. Care to tell us anything new?'

[TriggerHappi:D]

Nisho turned his head towards the stranger with a angry disposition.
"You know, if you were more grateful toward others, then maybe you'd be more than just a raggedy barbarian."

[Tharrick]

Jin stood, his katana spinning from its sheathe and driving into the bar, splitting Nisho's bottle of sake in two.

'A raggedy barbarian? I am the inheritor of the Bouryokuzata Kenjutsu style of swordsmanship. In my travels as shugyosha, I have trained the sons of many daimyo, and follow the footsteps of Musashi, from whom my style originated.
'You have dealt me a deathly insult, traveller. Will you apologise, or must I cut you down?'

[TriggerHappi:D]

Nisho met Jin's deadly gaze with a charismic look of his own.
"Bah, your pathetic hero decorations mean nothing to me. I am Nish..." And before finishing his sentence, Nisho sat back down.
"I apologize, stranger. I did not mean offense, I can see that you are obviously much more than a barbarian. Please, have a drink with me." He called for two jugs of sake and passed one to the man.

[Tharrick]

Jin sheathed his katana again and sat back down, taking one of the bottles and placing it in the pan of hot water to warm.

[TriggerHappi:D]

"So I assume you are headed to Edo?" Nisho spoke, attempting to make conversation.