Post by Princess Yoshi Shimakaze on Apr 3, 2012 15:07:53 GMT -5
Lady Yoshi Shimakaze: Clan Shimakaze; Princess of Tokuno
Appearance:
Twenty year old Yoshi Shimakaze stands 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighs approximately 125lbs. Her noble bearing and classic features have turned many a head much to the dismay of her father and, like her mother; she has jet black hair and eyes.
Having been trained in the art of war by her father she is physically strong and well toned. A stoic young woman she hides her strong emotions beneath a calm exterior. Her love of fine clothes reflects her mothers taste and influence as her appreciation of well-crafted armor; weapons and horses do her father’s.
Work Description:
Physically strong and well toned Yoshi is an accomplished archer and swordswoman and continues to refine her skill with the sword and bow. A fine horsewoman she appreciates the role of the horse in battle and often joins her father on hunts or accompanies him to purchase horses for the clan.
In contrast she is well versed in poetry, flower arranging, traditional dance and court etiquette as taught by her mother. She is considered well versed in the history and technique of the traditional Tea Ceremony.
Personality:
Yoshi is highly focused with great powers of concentration. She is dedicated to her family and the prosperity of her clan. Fiercely loyal to her father she continues to study the role of diplomacy and its use in keeping her family politically viable.
A passionate young woman she hides her strong emotions beneath a clam exterior. Having been raised in two worlds, first as a traditional female by her mother then later in the ways of men by her father, Yoshi has a unique perspective that allows her the freedom of independent thought and action granted a male of her world with the unquestioning obedience of a female of that same world.
This contrast is both a strength and a weakness that she constantly wrestles with.
Deeply superstitious she is known to offer prayers to her ancestors at every opportunity. Having had little contact with the outside world she is deeply suspicious of other races and hates Gargoyles’ outright considering them spawn of evil dragons.
Although she has a calm exterior, Yoshi does have a temper which she keeps in constant check. She is reputed to have struck off the hand of an offending minister when said minister used the hand to make an offensive gesture toward her father. A warning sign to the careful observer would be a slight tic at the corner of her left eye just before she strikes. She is also reputed to carry both a paper fan and a poisoned dagger in the sleve of her Kimono although the rumors of the dagger have never been substantiated.
As a warrior Yoshi has no fear of hardship or death and yet, as a woman, she is loving and tender toward her family and her clan.
Background:
Born in Zanko, in Homare-Jima Yoshi is the only child of Lord Ikrua Shimakaze and Lady Mura Shimakaze. Growing up in a noble house allowed her access to the finest education and training. As a child she spent many happy summers helping her father with the fishing boats or swimming near the family home. Later she studied flower arranging and poetry under her mother’s watchful eye. As she grew and, having no brothers, her father turned his eye toward his only daughter as a means of securing his house should he fall in battle. He began training her in the art of war and in particular the bow and sword.
Recent Developments:
Yoshi served as Tenji or “Lady in Waiting to Her Imperial Majesty, The Empress of Tokuno, Miko Nakamura, for a period of one year. A duty which she accepted as a great honor and fulfilled to her utmost. After the deposition of the “Mad Empress” by the Holy Monks of Tokuno, her father Ikrua Shimakaze was placed on the throne and made Emperor, thus elevating him and his family to the Devine. Yoshi Shimakaze is now titled “Princess of Tokuno” and stands second in line to the throne after her father.
Motivation/Goals:
To defend the Empire, her family and clan and secure its rightful place in history.
To serve her father the Emperor and the people of Tokuno faithfully and righteously.
Quotes:
“To take an arrow in defense of those you love is the most noble of acts.”
“The study of history is a pathway to the future.”
PARTICULARS:
Daughter to Lord Ikrua Shimakaze
Princess of Tokuno; Second in line to the Throne of Tokuno
Archer/Swordswoman
A follower of Shinto:
SHINTO - THE WAY OF THE GODS (Kami-no-michi)
"Both heaven and earth come from one's own heart." - a Shinto saying
Native aboriginal teachings indigenous to Tokuno and is heavily routed in mythology. Spirit-gods (kami) are in everything and there is no evil in nature, only in lack of moderation. All sins may be forgiven by repentance, except two: cowardice and thief.
MAIN DEITIES:
Izanagi and Izanami, progenitors of everything
Amaterasu Omikami, the Sun goddess
Susano, the Storm god also associated with forests
Fudo, fighter of demons
Uke-mochi, the Food Deity
Fujin, the Wind god
Fire Fade and Fire Flash, associated with tides
Sea King, associated with the ocean/sea
Raiden, the Thunder god
Suku-na-biko, the Dwarf god
Uzume, the Mirth Goddess
Also various kami
CODE OF THE NOBLE
•COURAGE: cowardice is a sin
•LOYALTY: first to the emperor, then family, the community then to future generations.
•CLEANLINESS: ritual cleanliness very important.
BRANCHES/SECTS OF SHINTO:
SHINRI KYO PRECEPTS
•Do not transgress against the wills of the gods.
•Do not forget your obligation to your ancestors.
•Do not transgress against the decrees of the State.
•Do not forget the profound goodness of the gods, whereby misfortune is averted and sickness healed.
•Do not forget the world is one great family.
•Do not forget the limitations of your own person.
•Even though others become angry, do not become angry yourself.
•Do not be slothful in your business.
•Do not be a person who brings blame to your teacher.
•Do not be carried away by foreign teaching.
SHINSHU KYO PRECEPTS
•Worship the great deities.
•Pacify thy spirit, for it is part of the spirit deity.
•Practice the Way of the Gods.
•Revere the divine origin of the State (through Amaterasu)
•Be loyal to the ruler.
•Be zealous in filial piety toward thy parents.
•Be kind to others.
•Be diligent in business.
•Preserve steadfastness within thy breast.
•Cleanse away the rust of thy body.
Appearance:
Twenty year old Yoshi Shimakaze stands 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighs approximately 125lbs. Her noble bearing and classic features have turned many a head much to the dismay of her father and, like her mother; she has jet black hair and eyes.
Having been trained in the art of war by her father she is physically strong and well toned. A stoic young woman she hides her strong emotions beneath a calm exterior. Her love of fine clothes reflects her mothers taste and influence as her appreciation of well-crafted armor; weapons and horses do her father’s.
Work Description:
Physically strong and well toned Yoshi is an accomplished archer and swordswoman and continues to refine her skill with the sword and bow. A fine horsewoman she appreciates the role of the horse in battle and often joins her father on hunts or accompanies him to purchase horses for the clan.
In contrast she is well versed in poetry, flower arranging, traditional dance and court etiquette as taught by her mother. She is considered well versed in the history and technique of the traditional Tea Ceremony.
Personality:
Yoshi is highly focused with great powers of concentration. She is dedicated to her family and the prosperity of her clan. Fiercely loyal to her father she continues to study the role of diplomacy and its use in keeping her family politically viable.
A passionate young woman she hides her strong emotions beneath a clam exterior. Having been raised in two worlds, first as a traditional female by her mother then later in the ways of men by her father, Yoshi has a unique perspective that allows her the freedom of independent thought and action granted a male of her world with the unquestioning obedience of a female of that same world.
This contrast is both a strength and a weakness that she constantly wrestles with.
Deeply superstitious she is known to offer prayers to her ancestors at every opportunity. Having had little contact with the outside world she is deeply suspicious of other races and hates Gargoyles’ outright considering them spawn of evil dragons.
Although she has a calm exterior, Yoshi does have a temper which she keeps in constant check. She is reputed to have struck off the hand of an offending minister when said minister used the hand to make an offensive gesture toward her father. A warning sign to the careful observer would be a slight tic at the corner of her left eye just before she strikes. She is also reputed to carry both a paper fan and a poisoned dagger in the sleve of her Kimono although the rumors of the dagger have never been substantiated.
As a warrior Yoshi has no fear of hardship or death and yet, as a woman, she is loving and tender toward her family and her clan.
Background:
Born in Zanko, in Homare-Jima Yoshi is the only child of Lord Ikrua Shimakaze and Lady Mura Shimakaze. Growing up in a noble house allowed her access to the finest education and training. As a child she spent many happy summers helping her father with the fishing boats or swimming near the family home. Later she studied flower arranging and poetry under her mother’s watchful eye. As she grew and, having no brothers, her father turned his eye toward his only daughter as a means of securing his house should he fall in battle. He began training her in the art of war and in particular the bow and sword.
Recent Developments:
Yoshi served as Tenji or “Lady in Waiting to Her Imperial Majesty, The Empress of Tokuno, Miko Nakamura, for a period of one year. A duty which she accepted as a great honor and fulfilled to her utmost. After the deposition of the “Mad Empress” by the Holy Monks of Tokuno, her father Ikrua Shimakaze was placed on the throne and made Emperor, thus elevating him and his family to the Devine. Yoshi Shimakaze is now titled “Princess of Tokuno” and stands second in line to the throne after her father.
Motivation/Goals:
To defend the Empire, her family and clan and secure its rightful place in history.
To serve her father the Emperor and the people of Tokuno faithfully and righteously.
Quotes:
“To take an arrow in defense of those you love is the most noble of acts.”
“The study of history is a pathway to the future.”
PARTICULARS:
Daughter to Lord Ikrua Shimakaze
Princess of Tokuno; Second in line to the Throne of Tokuno
Archer/Swordswoman
A follower of Shinto:
SHINTO - THE WAY OF THE GODS (Kami-no-michi)
"Both heaven and earth come from one's own heart." - a Shinto saying
Native aboriginal teachings indigenous to Tokuno and is heavily routed in mythology. Spirit-gods (kami) are in everything and there is no evil in nature, only in lack of moderation. All sins may be forgiven by repentance, except two: cowardice and thief.
MAIN DEITIES:
Izanagi and Izanami, progenitors of everything
Amaterasu Omikami, the Sun goddess
Susano, the Storm god also associated with forests
Fudo, fighter of demons
Uke-mochi, the Food Deity
Fujin, the Wind god
Fire Fade and Fire Flash, associated with tides
Sea King, associated with the ocean/sea
Raiden, the Thunder god
Suku-na-biko, the Dwarf god
Uzume, the Mirth Goddess
Also various kami
CODE OF THE NOBLE
•COURAGE: cowardice is a sin
•LOYALTY: first to the emperor, then family, the community then to future generations.
•CLEANLINESS: ritual cleanliness very important.
BRANCHES/SECTS OF SHINTO:
SHINRI KYO PRECEPTS
•Do not transgress against the wills of the gods.
•Do not forget your obligation to your ancestors.
•Do not transgress against the decrees of the State.
•Do not forget the profound goodness of the gods, whereby misfortune is averted and sickness healed.
•Do not forget the world is one great family.
•Do not forget the limitations of your own person.
•Even though others become angry, do not become angry yourself.
•Do not be slothful in your business.
•Do not be a person who brings blame to your teacher.
•Do not be carried away by foreign teaching.
SHINSHU KYO PRECEPTS
•Worship the great deities.
•Pacify thy spirit, for it is part of the spirit deity.
•Practice the Way of the Gods.
•Revere the divine origin of the State (through Amaterasu)
•Be loyal to the ruler.
•Be zealous in filial piety toward thy parents.
•Be kind to others.
•Be diligent in business.
•Preserve steadfastness within thy breast.
•Cleanse away the rust of thy body.
