PC Descriptions

[Yasuki Himiko]

Age: 19
Sex: Female
Height: 5’3”
Weight: 110 lbs
Build: lithe
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Brown
Marital status: pfffft

At base appearance, Yasuki Himiko seems like a less than likely student of the Kobo Ichi-Kai techniques. Where most are known to be gruff in appearance, she has somehow managed to maintain a delicate looking face, with a slender body that seems to just conform to what most would consider rokugani beauty. Her hair is not tied back in the traditional maiden's foxtail, but nor does she wear the conservative style of a married woman. Instead, her hair is tied with a small pony tail to keep excess away from her face, and the rest is allowed to move where it may. Adding to this, while on the ship she wears only the most basic of clothing. Chest wraps, a hakama, and tightly woven sandals are all that the young bushi wear, a practice that would leave most honorable samurai feeling scandalized. In addition, her katana and wakizashi do not typically rest at her hip, instead sitting on a daisho rack in the cabin, The only weapon she seems to carry is a single parangu strapped to her right hip, presumably for cutting rope.

Naturally, when one gets the chance to speak with Himiko, any notion that she is anything but a crab swiftly drains away. Himiko is confident, loud, and boisterous. She favors blunt, straightforward speech and lewd tales to the more subtle, courtly speech of her namesake. If there is one thing that can never be disputed, it is the fact that first and foremost, Yasuki Himiko is a product of her training.

[Bayushi Nobuyoshi]

Name: Bayushi Nobuyoshi
Age: 19
Build: Lithe
Hair: Close cropped and black
Eyes: Black
Marital Status: Single

The first thing one would notice, unsurprisingly, about a Scorpion is their mask. Nobuyoshi's is a full face ceramic mask, painted black with red lines painted from the corners of the eyes and the mouth. The mask leaves holes for the eyes and mouth, so Nobuyoshi need not remove it save for cleaning, which tends to be the case. His eyes are somewhat hard to make out, blending in with the black of the mask and rarely making eye contact. He keeps his black hair close cropped, and overall seems to be in good shape, his build and movement suggesting elegance rather than hardiness.

He wears the red and black of the Scorpion clan, his armor showing mons of allegiance to the Scorpion clan, and the Bayushi family. He carries a daisho, yumi, and light armor, making his profession fairly easy to guess.

His voice is somewhat flat and soft-spoken on most occasions. Personality-wise he's quiet and serious, and tends to let others do the talking. He's not tongue-tied, and easily keeps up the pace in any interesting conversations, but he tends to not be the focus of the conversation, preferring to let others be the center of attention.

He really comes alive in a fight, his skill with the sword obvious, and true students of the sword may in fact note he affects a particular distinctive style when fighting.

[Amaya]

Name: Amaya
Age: 16
Gender: Female
Species: Human
Height: 5'1”
Weight: 130 lb
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Marital Status: ...does this really matter? She's a heimin. ^.~

Appearance:

If a woman could manage to look scruffy, Amaya would be doing an appreciable job of it. She is never so filthy as an eta, but the faint lingering odor of sea salt and just a bit of grime under her fingernails gives her a slightly off-putting appearance. The woman has only the bare bit of softness that one expects in a woman, her tomboyish frame being more built from the stock of one who has spent much of her life in hard labor. These features are not helped by the countless scars all over her body, or the particularly nasty claw marks along the right side of her throat or the large and jagged scar dominating the left side of her face, running in a broad and nasty pucker from just beneath her eye to her jawline beside her lips. Short, stocky and calloused, she retains a demure and diminutive posture in the company of her betters, bowing quickly and deeply. She dresses in cheap, simple cloth that is basically an almost colorless drab when it isn't feastday, preferring clothes that suit function rather than appearance. Her voice has a throaty, slightly raspy quality most of the time.

[Isawa Junpei]

Age: 18
Sex: Male
Height: 5’8”
Weight: 135lbs
Build: Thin
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Brown
Marital status: Single

Isawa Junpei is a thin, bony young man with little substance to him thanks to his lifetime of study in the libraries of the Phoenix. Such physical shortcomings, however, are often covered up by his loose robes that only appear voluminous because of the waif beneath them. Almost always dressed in long sleeves and an elaborate set of cords set about his waist, his garb is rarely still, instead rustling in an unseen, though often felt, wind that move about his person. His hair, usually tied hastily into a simple mare's tail, appears an afterthought meant more to keep it out of the way then make any sort of attempt at kemptness. This is made all the clearer when he takes to the air, his hair whipping wildly and his robes swirling out around him as he's buoyed on the winds.

[Kitsuki Kotsu]

Age: 19
Sex: Male
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 175lbs
Build: Medium
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Brown/Sea-Green
Marital status: Single

Kitsuki Kotsu is a lean young man who seems at home on the sea. His mismatched eyes make it hard for some to look at him directly, but he doesn't mind. It does nothing to change that piercing gaze of histhat seems to be analyzing everything. When he speaks, his tone of voice is calm and collected, even if the subject is unpleasant.

[Asahina Masamichi]

Age: 21
Sex: Male
Height: 5’9”
Weight: 160lbs
Build: Athletic
Hair: Black
Eyes: Dark Brown
Marital Status: Single

Skin tanned and toughened by wind and sun and muscles corded from working on the sea for years, he cuts a wizened and imposing figure, more like a bandit than a Crane. Often forsaking a top or just a loose jacket to protect from the sun, mon's of the Asahina and Daidoji play out on his obi. A small utility knife, a small high quality comb and a set of nunchaku are stuffed in an uncerimonious but functional way into that obi. His hair is dark and cut quite short, on deck covered with a straw hat. None of that is really as interesting as his impressive, much beloved, moustache.

[Yoritomo Choukichi]

Age: 18
Sex: Male
Height: 5’9”
Build: Athletic
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Marital Status: Single

From a distance, Choukichi is hard to tell apart from any other Yoritomo sailor. His body is lean and athletic and bears all the signs of a life spent on the open sea and his skin is tan and weathered. The loose sleeveless clothing he wears display tatoos of Osano-Wo and Suitengu on either shoulder and show the scars of someone who has seen at least a few battles. Only upon getting closer does he begin to stand out, while the tatoos on his shoulders are common enough, the remainder of his arms are covered with symbols that some might recognize as those used to ward against evil spirits and bad luck, as well as whole prayers to Suitengu. Peeking out from the rest of his clothing is more of the same symbols, though none go up further than his neck. Choukichi keeps his hair cut fairly short so that he never needs to worry about it getting in the way, and dresses like every other sailor in cotton pants and a sleeveless top, his feet normally bare and his daisho almost never present. Around his neck hangs two pieces of charred looking wood, a finger of jade and one wooden ofuda with a prayer to Suitengu carved on it.

Choukichi seems friendly enough at a glance, almost always in a good mood and smilling and his voice is not quite so loud and rough as expected from his familly, but no matter how good a mood he appears to be in, his eyes are always darting around trying to take in everything as if he expected something to jump him at any given moment.

[Ikoma Hikaru]

Age: 17
Sex: Male
Hight 5'5
Build: Slight but toned
Hair: Reddish Brown
Eyes: Brown with gold specks
Marital Status: Single

Most people pride themselves on being 1 on a kind. However even though Rokugan views twins in a negative light, Hikaru was proud to be just that. As cousin of current Ikoma Damiyo, Hikaru and his brother Karou lived a life of privilege. However that all changed after the death of Ikoma Karou in the War of Dark Fire. Hikaru became even more introspective than normal. Rarely leaving the comforts of his families apartments in Kyuden Ikoma. It is not known why a Kuge of Hikaru's status and breeding is suddenly in the Imperial Navy, especially with out a commission. Perhaps it is a start to a new life. A new life as one and not two......

[Yoritomo Kaito]

Yoritomo Kaito
Gender: Male
Occupation: Bushi
Age: 19
Height: 5’9
Build: Athletic
Hair: Black
Eyes: Grey
Marital Status: Single

A sailor born Kaito appears perhaps a few years older then his 19 years his skin well tanned and weathered by years of constant exposure to the elements. His arms visible from under the sleeveless tops he wears bear many small scars evidence of the battles he has seen in the past. His garments are in general the norm for many of the other experienced sailors among the mantis at least and much like them he tends to go barefoot on ship.

His black hair is kept short most times and he shaves when givens the chance which is not always that often on the ship unless there has been a recent rain. His eye's the grey of a approaching storm hit at a intelligence that doesn't quite fit with his appearance or his somewhat lackadaisical attitude.

[Bayushi Kichirou]

Bayushi Kichirou
Gender: Male
Occupation: Bushi
Age: 19
Height: 5’7
Build: Athletic
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Marital Status: Single

Kichirou looks as young as he is. Still unaccustomed to even the idea of life at sea he also looks about as lost as he can be. What skin he does bare to the sun is pale and unblemished devoid of tan or scar or any kind of embellishment that might tell a story. Still wearing his armor on board he stands out a bit from the experienced sailors to be sure.

In typical Scorpion fashion his features, though not spectacular aren't bad. His eyes are sharp taking in as much information as he can and his black hair is kept short any styling it might have had lost to the winds and rain.

[Moshi Chihiroko]

Age: 18
Gender: Female
Height: 145 cm / 4' 9"
Weight: 45.8 kg / 101 lbs
Hair: Dark Brown
Eyes: Black
Marital Status: Married to the sea

From the moment she was born, Chihiroko has always loved the ocean. Everything from the cool water to the salty breezes blowing through the sails of whatever ship she's on. Because of her love, she tries to spend as much time as she possibly can out at sea.

Her slightly weathered skin is proof of how much she's actually gone sailing. Regardless, she takes good care of her appearance. Her hair is usually pinned up to keep it out of her eyes while she's busy working but she always has some manner of jewelry on her person. Chihiroko likes the way the sun's rays glint and sparkle off the surface. She also dresses in a manner that reminds her of being out at sea. Her clothing is usually light and airy and colors reminiscent of the ocean.

On the off-chance that she isn't doing something productive, she can be found lounging with her kiseru and a good book.

[Ichiro Yakusoku]

Name: Ichiro Yakusoku ('Promise')
Profession: Bushi
Age: 19
Marital Status: single
Height: 5'9''
Build: Musclar
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown

With scars, tattoos and sun-drenched skin its clear at first glance that Yakusoku is a girl of the seas. Her well-muscled frame, a sure sign of both her Ichiro heritage and warrior training, is often garbed in the traditional garb of a sailor. A headband keeps the young woman's hair from falling into her eyes and her armor, though kept polished, bares a few scuffs from wear, tear and battle. Her hands are calloused from hard work, her voice steady and confident. Those who get a good look at her arms will see images of sea-creatures, the Fortunes, the symbols of the elements and the occasional, kanji or two. These tattoos carry up the length of her arms, her garb and armor hiding any other ink that may be present.

Those who get to know Yakusoku will find her to be boisterous and a bit of a tomboy. Quick to laugh, joke or exchange stories of the sea she isn't the type to make enemies where it can be avoided. Still, that Badger gruffness and anger simmers underneath the surface and her sharp tongue even in casual conversation suggests that if upset, she would be more than willing to speak her mind.

If given time to prepare before combat, Yakusoku applies war paint not unlike that worn by the Kuni. Her boisterous nature carries over into battle, the young woman taunting and laughing while clashing swords with her enemies.

[Daidoji Fuichi]

Daidoji Fuichi
Profession: Shugenja
Age: 18
Marital Status: Unmarried
Height: 5'8
Build: Slender
Hair: White
Eyes: Blue

Daidoji Fuichi is one of the rare members of his family blessed with the ability to speak with the kami. He was given over to the Asahina after a period of stubborn denial on the part of his warrior-minded father, a captain of a major war vessel in the Daidoji navy. Though his father and mother raised him to love the sea, he has devoted himself to his role as a priest of the Fortunes. It shows in his appearance. While both of his brothers have become broad-shouldered, loud, athletic giants, Fuichi is slender, somewhat retiring, and more beautiful than handsome.

Needless to say, his father was not pleased with the results of his training. A few strings pulled here, a few threats leveled there, and Fuichi has found himself on an Imperial Man-o'-War, more than a little uneasy with his situation. Still, surrounded by the sea and the strong kami of the air that dance above it, nothing can go wrong.

[Bayushi Hoshi]

Bayushi Hoshi (Star)

Age: 22 years old
Gender: Female
Eyes: Amber Brown
Hair: Black
Height: 5’7”
Marital Status: Single
Build: On the toned side
Home Occupation: Bushi, Guard, Soldier

A Scorpion on a ship would find it rather hard to blend into the background, even if one did their best with the crew. It doesn’t seem like Hoshi is putting an effort to withdraw from notice, but it could be mistaken for it from her general reserved mood and her reaction tend to be only half what they could be. Her voice is naturally subdued but she puts effort in volume when around public company so that no strains are caused in conversation. Personal quirks aside, socializing is actually something she’s not uncomfortable doing.

Hoshi has a healthy samurai-ko’s stature at above average height with a toned athletic form to match. Her long black hair is usually kept well but only organized neatly into a simple high pony tail than anything extraordinary. On duty, her hair is bound together in a collection of braids. Wicked fanged and toothy ceramic mempo-like masks are a common accessory part of her appearance, but they are only worn to the point of practicality. Without her mask, her Bayushi trademark allure is apparent, washed in a something of a subtler variation. Her sharp eyes are amber in colour and lack rest from obligations of her home occupation.

On board the ship, she favours clothes with the most coverage and fitting close to her form to avoid any loose fabric that could weight her down.

Pre-game Hoshi by Shrimp-heby

[Usagi Zenko]

Usagi Zenko (Zenko are benevolent, celestial foxes associated with the god Inari.)

Age: 19
Gender: Male
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Black, samurai top-knot.
Height: 5'4" / 163cm
Weight: 140ish lbs / 64ish kg
Marital Status: Single
Build: Athletic
Former Occupation: Shrine Guard

Usagi Zenko is young and he seems to be skittish of nearly everything. Not of people for example, but he will almost never voluntarily be the one to stand next to the railing in case something goes wrong. He shows the traits of the Usagi and of those who are used to living under trees for most of their life. Or in a castle. Or anywhere that wasn't Ocean. He takes care to be clean shaven, and attempts to keep his top-knot tied tightly and oiled when possible.

A jade pendant might swing free from his clothing from time to time, it is carved in a simple circle and smooth. When sitting still, he will likely show some nervous tendencies. His daisho is almost always stowed below deck, although if there is time during a very serious attack on the ship, he'll get it.

Glory Checks Find Out:
Zenko's only moment of any fame comes from knocking an Otomo's palanquin over with the Otomo in it, while chasing down a thief/bandit. Normally he guards a shrine to Inari at Shiro Usagi, alongside his family of nearly all shugenja. Nearly.

[Tsuruchi Kiyo]

Name: Tsuruchi Kiyo
Profession: Bushi, Hohei in the Ninth Imperial Legion
Age: 18
Marital Status: Single
Height: 5'6"
Build: Slim but athletic
Hair: Black, hidden under a do-rag
Eyes: Left pupil = Dark Brown, Right pupil = Pale Grey

This slim, athletic young woman is not what the Empire has come expect of a bushi of the Mantis Clan dominated by the sturdy Yoritomo family. But the confident swagger with which her bare feet carry her across deck quickly dispels any doubts that this young Wasp was born to sail the oceans.

While she's not unattractive to look upon, most are distracted by her mismatched eyes, her left eye is a normal dark brown but her right eye looks as if the kami had pricked her eye and drained it of all color. Many of her peers are seen making a ward against evil when she leaves their presence, some aren't even that polite.

She dresses in practical cotton, knee-length breeches and a sleeveless top and keeps her long, black hair tied in a simple knot and covered by a do-rag. Her yumi and quiver are never far from her side, but even when she first boarded the ship she wore no swords on her hip.

[Kakita Sugita]

Name: Kakita Sugita
Occupation: Imperial Legionairre
Former Occupation: Merchant Ship Guard
Age: 19
Height: 5'5"
Hair: Black, Cropped
Eyes: Blue
Build: Lithe and Wiry

Kakita Sugita is a well weathered young man yet clinging to a young man's attitude. Everything should be an adventure. There is trouble to be had, and it won't come about by being lazy. Sometimes this works perfectly in a superior's favor. If there is a definite goal that Sugita looks forward to. Other times, it can cause no end of frustration. At least Sugita is amicable about it all. If he causes trouble, he'll laugh about it, apologize, and take the punishment without complaint. Most find that softens his character. The exceptions are those who wish to punish, as the teaching effectiveness of it is a mystery. Sugita has scars upon his back to prove he has had many lessons indeed.

This young Crane's appearance is certainly unique, without catching the eye with beauty. An unmistakable, gaunt face with bushy eyebrows is just covered by loose cropped black hair. He has the typical blue eyes and cheekbones of a crane without the typical care for appearance. Sugita's frame is short and thin, sporting a small but dense musculature. He is agile as a cat and graceful as his Clan's namesake. Physically anyway. The only penchant Sugita has for flair can be seen in the silver loop ring he wears on his left ear.

The thin, rugged clothing of a mariner is as comfortable as the richest silk in Sugita's mind. When it gets wet it is all the same. Clan colors are rarely apparent. Sugita prefers greys and blacks. He'll rarely go with much skin uncovered. A sleeveless vest will be worn with a sleeved shirt under it. Armor wrist guards are almost always worn. They keep Sugita's sleeves out of the way and allow him to fire the Yumi he carries at a moment's notice. The bow is normally unstrung. A tied quiver on Sugita's back holds a number of arrows and a waterproof leather pocket where his bowstring is kept.

[Asahina Narumi]

Name: Asahina Narumi
Profession: Shugenja/Diviner
Age: 19 (born 19th Day of the Rooster, 1151)
Marital Status: Single
Height: 5'7"
Weight: 125 lbs
Hair: Bleached, short
Eyes: Brown

Narumi's demeanor upon meeting her could easily be described as acquiescent. She fully believes in fate and she does not attempt to fight it in the least. Her acceptance of fate does not mean that she is unwilling or unready to act, it just means that she is more accepting of the things that result from her actions. And so she does what she can to guide those to fulfill their own fates.

Another aspect of her personality that is readily apparent is her compassion. She is a soft and kind person who is willing to go out of her way to aid others in the fulfilling of their needs. She may not be as medically minded as many other shugenja but she is as ready to provide guidance in prayer and life. She may also not be an overly strong individual but her ability to speak with the kami generally goes to protecting or enhancing other's quality of life.

[Kaiu Seiko]

Kaiu Seiko

Age: 23
Gender: Female
Eyes: Dark brown
Hair: Black, loose so it can toss in the wind, not long enough to get in her way
Height: 5'2"
Weight: 99 lbs

Seiko has the look more of a small child than a grown woman, emphasized by her frank, honest smile and cheerful laugh. She wears her hair loose so that the wind can play with it, and her eyes sparkle. Even on land, she prefers to run around barefoot, at times being mistaken for a heimin (although she is very quick to correct them). Her attitude is pretty much carefree, although she spares little effort to hide her enthusiasm for all things marine related. It would not be hard to imagine that she has never experienced hardship before.

[Toritaka Punchiru]

Toritaka Punchiru

Age: 17
Gender: Male
Height 5'10”
Weight: 170lbs
Hair: Black
Eyes: Grey

Punchiru has a habit of fading into the background wherever he goes, gained from long attempts to perfect invisibility in his father's household. His voice is seldom heard unless he is addressed, but not unpleasant. He is soft, and usually well-dressed. His manner suggests that he is acquainted with the sea, but the way he looks about indicates that this is the first ship of size he has really been on.