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Radavel and Tatsuya:
Spoiler: Listening to the Scorpion's speech, Tirishu gets a look of undisguised surprise on his face. After Tatsuya finishes, Tirishu pauses a moment before saying simply, "Well said, Tatsuya-san." He then lapses into a thoughtful silence as they walk on.
Radavel and Tatsuya:
Spoiler: Tirishu blinks in shock. "What? Me? Her? No, no, no, that's... I mean, she's clearly... and I'm not even..." He catches his breath for a moment, then visibly composes himself. "No, Bayushi-san, you are clearly teasing me. I have no doubt that a woman so much in Benten's favor is clearly destined for a samurai of rank and nobility. I would not dream of setting my sights so high." For a moment, a faraway expression appears on Tirishu's face, but it is gone almost at once. With a bow that might contain just a hint of mockery, he adds, "You do me great honor to suggest that it might be, however." As he straightens, he offers Tatsuya a small grin.
Before the two leave the shrine, though, Tirishu takes a moment to light some incense and offer a prayer, and who can say whose face he sees as he prays? Rising, he rejoins Tatsuya, and they move back out into the street.
Radavel and Tatsuya:
Spoiler: Tirishu stares at the woman, a little dumbfonded, untill his sense of propriety reasserts itself and he lowers his eyes again. He glances at his companion, whispering, "Fortunes, she's beautiful... Do you have any idea who she is? Do you suppose the monks know?"
Not waiting for an answer, he approaches one of the monks, bowing low, and says, "Forgive me, monk-sama, but if you please - who is that woman of the Crane Clan? Surely she must be blessed by Benten himself to be so beautiful!"
Radavel and Tatsuya:
Spoiler: Impulsively, and for reasons he cannot quite name, Tirishu stops in front of one of the shrines to Benten and suggests to Tatsuya that they pray there briefly.
Ah, the Mantis. He seemed to be looking around as if he was interested in the others. Tatsuya couldn't read anything deeper, not without talking to him some. But that was the easy part. Walking over to Moshi Tirishu he gave a slightly deeper than normal bow to the fellow representative. "Greetings, Mantis-sama. Pardon my intrusion if you find it to be a bit too forward. I was thinking it would be good if at least some of us got to know each other. I see no reason that we cannot be friendly during this tournament. I've always thought it helped prevent ill will from forming." His smile, seen through the veil was large and friendly. Tirishu looks up from the remains of his meal, a bit surprised at the direct address. For a moment, he almost seems to look around, as though trying to find some other "Mantis-sama" somewhere. "Forward? Uh, no, Sho- er, Scorpion-sama," he manages. "You're absolutely right, of course; we should definitely be friendly! And please, then, no 'Mantis-sama' for me. I am Moshi Tirishu, and I am honored to make your acquaintance." Tirishu summons up a brief smile from somewhere, and bobs his head in greeting.
Perception/Investigation (3k2=19) Tirishu watches the Crab eat with some amusement. Several times he looks toward the other contestants, particularly the young Isawa, as though about to engage in conversation, but each time fails to complete the action.
As he eats, Tirishu amuses himself by attempting to use his training to learn about his fellow competitors. Perception/Investigation, Daidoji Yasuo (3k2=14) Hmm. Bokken daisho, so obviously a bushi. Long white hair… must be a Crane, then. Not much else to work with… A Kakita, perhaps? Perception/Investigation, Matsu Ume (3k2=24) Lion Clan, Matsu family. Tirishu grins as the Lion introduces herself, offering himself a mental congratulations. Bushi, no question… nervous, though, from the way she’s walking. Aren’t we all? Perception/Investigation, Mirumoto Hanzo (3k2=13) Dragon Clan, of course, and he said he was a Mirumoto… his clothing’s basic enough for a monk, but I thought all the Dragon monks were Togashi, Hitomi or Hoshi? And he has that tattoo… Perception/Investigation, Isawa Tokie (3k2=15) Tirishu takes a longer than usual moment to study the striking Phoenix. Phoenix Clan, to be sure, and probably an Isawa to boot. He catches sight of her hands, notices the smoothness of the skin. The calluses on his own hands ache for a moment in memory of months of relentless training with blade and bow. No bushi her, that’s for certain. A shugenja, I suppose, since I doubt a courtier would look so uncomfortable. Tirishu suddenly looks down at the table, his face unexpectedly warm. After a moment, he looks up again at the most recent arrival. Perception/Investigation, Bayushi Tatsuya (3k2=14) Another set of bokken, and wearing a mask. Has to be a Scorpion bushi. I wonder what family he’s from? He certainly pays a lot of attention to his mask – does that mean he’s a Shosuro? Tirishu sighs to himself as he settles back to finish his meal. Clearly, I have a lot more studying to do.
Moshi Tirishu rises early, offering a prayer of greeting to Lord Sun in the traditional manner of his family, before dressing simply and proceeding downstairs to breakfast. Knowing that he will be too nervous tomrrow to eat properly, Tirishu sets himself down to a hearty meal, savoring the splendor of his surroundings and the bittersweet anticipation of the coming contests. As he eats, he discretely eyes the other patrons, wondering what paths might have lead them here, on this day.
All taken care of...
Radavel: Spoiler: I've checked and double checked my expenditure, and I'm still coming out with no points left. While I like having a few extra CP to spend, I don't think I've earned it here. Did you catch that I had to spend 3 CP to raise my Honor?
One of the things my dueling sensei taught me, Mirumoto-san, is that patience is one of the most powerful tools toward victory...
We've just been posting our characters here, via aliases (see my profile for an example).
Character background written up now. I also saw a mention of dojo - I picked one for him, but I haven't done anything with the actual mechanical benefit until I confirm that we are, in fact, using them. Pretty close to done, here, I think. Anything else I need?
Character points spent: Traits
Skills
Advantages/Disadvantages
Honor 2.5 (3)
Shisumo here. First draft of character (numbers only). Can soeone explain to me why it is that Tsuruchi Bounty Hunters still don't get katana? It was "cute" back in the Clan War, but now it's just annoying... |
