Reckless Banzai Screamer

Shugo Kato, a student of Lady Eboshi's tenets, frowns about the segregation of lepers thinking Markus was better when he was a squire.

PEACE FOR AI-ZHO To the Li-Ren and Hou-Zi diasporas (╥_╥) The pursuit of an ethnic home for any people is no easy feat but it is a noteworthy one to preserve one’s integrity and prevent cultural death. Such has been my task when my brother, the former Shugo Ugokoyama Danzen, passed these responsibilities onto me with the loss of our home Tetsugawa. I grieved for our peoples’ shared loss to the Mori. I remembered the loss of our home in Yopinawa (Yong Ping). And I made a promise that such would not happen again without the giving of our lives and laying out a hundred bodies of the enemy for each one of us lost and at the very least we would be immortal in infamy. Ever since I have been blessed with the gathering of Oyashi and those Oyashi abroad that keep in good graces with us. Sakuragakure is comfort, it is home and it is a land I will gladly give my life for. But in the path to achieve Solace 安らぎ, there have been times we have drawn upon the dark kani of the eclipse and perpetuated the cycle of violence of our forefathers. My brother and I’s rage stewed for that Norlandic Bank which replaced our favorite Ramen shop, and towards those few we ignorantly proclaimed our Li-Ren hegemony. I could not bear the betrayal of Zhao Ting Fung, who had been my adoptive and second father, who fell to the honeyed words of Asioth and rejected his family. We now realize that no amount of suffering dealt onto a whole other group of people could alleviate the pain of our lost home. Reflecting on our past, and bearing in mind the feelings of deep remorse for the occupation of the Lu-Zhou peninsula, and all the violence levied upon the Li-ren and Hou-Zi diasporas, I earnestly pray that the dark kani manifested between our peoples will give way to kani most bright, and that we may find kinship someday both at home and across the world. We are in the realm of the Descendants, one that is mostly foreign to us and generally unwelcoming. There is no point in carrying on the animosity of our homelands when we ourselves owe no loyalties to the Shogunate we’ve abandoned and many of you are not devout to the Li Dynasty. I bow my head deeply for the loss of Ai-Zho life in its entirety and express my wishes to see the proliferation of all our peoples be they Oyashi, Li-ren, Hyeol-yeon or Hou-Zi. It is from the Hou-Zi whose institutions we have inherited and molded into our own and we Oyashi, Li-ren and Hyeol-yeon are each descendants of our progenitor Owinsama - our binding ancestor who would not wish to see us make violence and hate upon one another. Recently it has come to my attention that the wayfarer’s temple of Mul’Naar, which pays homage to Cathant culture and perhaps stood as long as our village, has come under threat from our cousin farfolk. I pondered to myself: why have we descendants of Owinsama fought amongst ourselves, when we are so few amidst the hakujin patriarchy? I realized my hypocrisy and could not justify my own actions done against my cousins in Ai-Zho, for I had wrongfully pledged to do what they had done to me. The Yasu-Tori writes: “Suffering is the root of Sin; it is preceded by vain desires and aversions. The Sinner languishes in an attempt to control what is beyond His power. The Sinner fights everything to maintain ego.” The Sinner has Anguish. I am unable to undo what has been done by both of our people, nor can I promise there will be brotherhood that awaits us in our lifetimes. However, I would like to make an earnest attempt at reconciliation in hopes of sealing this venue of hate once and for all. An extension of a Sakura branch, if you would. I thus proclaim the Shugo’s encompassing declaration of protection for all descendants of Ai-Zho be they Li-ren, Hyeol-yeon, Oyashi or Hou-zi - if they would welcome it. No matter where you are so long as you are of a virtuous spirit you may find a friend amidst us. Should you be in need, you may also find a home amidst the grand stretches of Sakura forests beyond Sakuragakure, Sakura no Kuni 桜の国 (The Land of Cherry Blossoms). Atop this, the ban on the Li-ren and Hou-zi shall be lifted from Sakuragakure and neither shall be met with unjustified violence. It is a new Kami’s Year - let us cease the cycle of violence. For those peoples mentioned in this proclamation who wish to meet with the Shugo for reparations, I am to be found in the village of Sakuragakure and promise, upon my honor, that the Samurai’s law shall protect you. KATO OIJIN the Black Swordsman, Shugo of Sakuragakure, Legendary Sanbushi

The Treaty of Mul'naar In effect as of the Year of the Butajin, Year 164 SA (1238 Kamijikan) ____________________________________________________ Preamble: The contents of this passage shall serve as the written terms of protection for the Temple Mul’naar, a homage to Cathant and Ai-Zho culture and school of Enlightenment on behalf of Sakuragakure with the Primarch of Nor-Velyth’s blessings. All parties participating within this pact declare adherence to its terms under oath of blood, honor and soul to our ancestors. As such, the details are listed below. ____________________________________________________ The Shugo of Sakuragakure declares his unwavering support for the protection of the Temple Mul’naar - cultural site to the Li-ren of Cathant. Those who would seek to defile our trespass upon this temple that would upset its integrity and independence will make an enemy of Sakuragakure. The Temple Mul’naar will gift the people of Sakuragakure a healthy sapling from their tree that will be grown in a temple to be built in Sakuragakure. The Shugo of Sakuragakure agrees to lift the banishment on the Li-ren of Cathant from Sakuragakure. ____________________________________________________ By the judgment of our ancestors, this document is adhered by and those after them under oath of blood, honor and spirit, KATO OIJIN the Black Swordsman, Shugo of Sakuragakure, Legendary Sanbushi LAEVONA THE CLANLESS, Primarch of Nor-Velyth SAND ENRIQUE, Xiansheng of Temple Mul’naar

The Revocation of Clan Loa'chil's Banishment By Order of Shugo Kato of Sakuragakure Year of the Butajin, 1240 16th of the Grand Harvest, Year 164, 2A _______________________________________________ Let it be known throughout the Ashen State realm and to our allies that Clan Loa'chil will no longer be banned from Sakuragakure after the payment of 2,000 mon total to the clans Kato and Tatsu. With the reparations fulfilled for what was taken by Ser Spuds and his exile from the clan, we have found no need nor desire to uphold the ban upon the entirety of the clan and thank Naith Loa'chil for honoring the demands upon Loa'chil while holding no fault in what transpired and declare her a friend of our village once more. Clan Loa'chil will not be obligated to pay anymore to Sakuragakure and any negative actions done onto them on behalf of our village will be unjustified, unwelcomed and not rewarded by our government. This revocation will not extend to Ser Spuds however who will remain banished from our village and no friend of the Oyashimans. There will be no third time that we allow this rat into our homes. KATO OIJIN the Black Swordsman, Shugo of Sakuragakure, Legendary Sanbushi

Oijin malds and shouts from his workshop up to Ugokoyama Castle "Danzen! Stop griefing my leather trade! We'll be ruined!"

Outside of his Oyashi forge workshop in Sakuragakure, the military governor smoked on a cigarette as he read over the missive. Machine grease coated the missive's edges where he held it by and he smoked away on his break. "Time to earn your freedom and liberty, my friends." The Shugo lights a candle at the pagoda shrine that evening and prays for the Reinmarens - that one day he would see a Waldenia rise again.

There's some great things in being a vassal and having your group being apart of a community greater than itself and the world building you can accomplish with it, something folks seem to lack appreciation for. It's way more comfy being a vassal with your homies.

"It was the thought that counted," Shugo Kato makes plans with his retinue to accompany Primarch Laevona and attend his fellow templar's coronation - organizing their travel supplies and schedule for the day.

The Treaty of Mugmar's Circle In effect as of the Year of the Oni, Year 163 SA (1248 Kamijikan) ____________________________________________________ Preamble: The contents of this passage shall serve as the written terms of surrender of the Men of Hazum and their integration within the greater Ashen State of Nor-Velyth. All parties participating within this pact under the oversight of the Primarch declare adherence to its terms under oath of blood, honor and soul to our ancestors. As such, the details are listed below. ____________________________________________________ The Ashen State of Nor-Velyth and its vassal the Village of Sakuragakure will agree to the cessation of conflict with the Men of Hazum (the Hill Barbarians), allowing them to settle the current incorporated lands eastern border (referred to as Mugmar’s Circle). Any future expansion must be approved of by the Primarch and Shugo. The Men of Hazum swear to not eat any descendants and will pledge their arms as auxiliaries of the Sakuragakure Militia and any warbands formed beneath the samurai. The Men of Hazum shall pay in total 75 mina to the Ashen State for upkeep of lands yearly (ooc week). Should any Man of Hazum steal and devour the livestock of another citizen of the Ashen State, they will pay back the theft threefold. ____________________________________________________ By the judgment of our ancestors, this document is adhered by and those after them under oath of blood, honor and spirit, LAEVONA THE CLANLESS, Primarch of Nor-Velyth KATO OIJIN the Black Swordsman, Shugo of Sakuragakure, Legendary Sanbushi BOR OF HAZUM, Voice of Mugmar

An Oyashiman Second Era warlord lights a candle in the pagoda shrine for the fallen templar who got the Frostbeards to stop kidnapping Oyashiman women for brides. He prays the next Grand King will be equally as civilized as Garedyn.

I need every bad ***** up in Equinox

The Shugo of Sakuragakure obtains his invite and sends word to the clans and villagers of the Land of Cherry Blossoms to accompany him to the Midlands.

Writ of Banishment - Clan Loa’chil By Order of Shugo Kato of Sakuragakure Year of the Nezumin, 1254 22nd of the Grand Harvest, Year 162, 2A Name: The Loa’Chil Clan Power Rank: N/A due to variation amongst clan members. Description: A once notable Dark Elf clan within the state of Nor’velyth with a musin member bearing blue tattoo markings upon its face. Abilities: No known notable abilities. Synopsis: Until the debt is paid each member of Loa’chil is kill on sight. Patriarch Netseth is expected to kneel before the samurai of Sakuragakure and pay in total 2,000 mina for the actions of his clan as restitution for the dishonor shown. In total, two heists have been conducted by clan Loa’chil upon the village of Sakuragakure. The first instance was during the infant stage of our Hidden Cherry Blossom Village, where Ser Spuds and his associates had robbed from the clan homes precious materials during the resettlement period. And it was during this time we had used diplomacy to regain some of our lost materials and although a significant portion remained lost in the ‘great dividing of profits’, it was our reason to ensure our shared nation’s stability that we had shown forgiveness and a promise made that such actions would not occur again. Two Kani days before our the celebrated Kagusmasu with many an Oyashi tucked away for the holiday, Ser Spuds and unknown associates striked the village once more and although failing to break into the clan homes this time they had made a run off with our citizen’s hard earned goods. It was fortunate that War Captain Takemura was present and had multiple of the thieves executed by the katana. Still though some goods were not recovered and our citizens cry out for justice against our false friends. For the stolen lunarite rock and ancient Luciensburg Rat Wars memorabilia taken, Clan Loa’chil is indebted 1,200 mina to Clan Kato. For the stolen goods (a pendant relic and magic sword accounted for), Clan Loa’chil is indebted 800 mina to the Tatsu family. Let it be known no assault or pillage of the people of Sakuragakure will be left unanswered and all debts will be paid in full either through monetary compensation or the enacted pain promised. Should clan Loa’chil seek to pay reparations, they will begin such through our mediary the Primarch of Nor’velyth. KATO OIJIN the Black Swordsman, Legendary Sanbushi and Shugo of Sakuragakure

Shugo Kato sweats as he tries to help the new Primarch solve the economic crisis. "The ledgers do not add up!"

Shugo Kato Oijin makes plans to visit with the new Primarch, little did he know he was already too familiar with this one.

Greetings and good tidings to you Prince Leon, While there remains love and kinship between our peoples I must respectfully decline your invitation for I cannot break bread with the family that cast my people to the Anathema concluding Heinrik's rebellion. And while there has been a great justice in the cosmic kani to each generation of Alstion, I would dishonor the Oyashi lives lost who sacrificed themselves for Charlie - a man of empty promises and no honor. Vows were not kept that were made between Charlie and our former Shugo Ugokoyama Danzen. It is a shame it was Heinrik Sarkozic and Johannes van Aert that treated my people more fairly by comparison and honored their oath to allow my people to be free after the Mori'Quessar invasion compared to our former liege lord who went silent as a mouse in the rice paddy. For me to come to your dinner with the lingering animosity of my retinue and I would bring unwelcomed negative kani to your home and should be avoided out of my respect for your family. There is a great honor in serving an unjust liege lord we believe in Budo because such circumstances test the mettle and oaths we make as individuals and your family's fortitude in keeping to your vows is admirable and but one reason I hold respect for House Barclay. With this said, I will be arriving in a few months to work alongside Siegfried and Peter on a long time project of ours. Should you be available then, we may discuss the continuity and expansion of our peoples' friendship. I hope you will respect the reasonings for our actions. KATO OIJIN the Black Swordsman, Legendary Sanbushi and Shugo of Sakuragakure

To Shinji, Come Home and have some chicken From Shugo Kato Oijin to the Dark Lord Gashadokuro An offer for a 1 Day Truce Dear Shinji, I wrote you three times and I haven’t heard a creak or crack, I even left a sign on the back of your home because the front was trapped Maybe you found someone else to haunt after that dub on me and beat my ass Think you some hot shit now but the score is 5 and 1 so you ain’t all that My higher kill count aside, what’s been up Shinji how goes your alchemy? I saw you learned Epistle Smog, that’s real sus because you don’t talk to me Better tell me who taught you now before I get these green kami investigating If you take too long I’m breaking your phylactery so don’t keep me waiting The village is sick of me talking about you because you keep dodging our skirm sessions My wife Olai’s jealous and spites me playing League of Legends twenty-four Seven But they don’t know you like I know you Shinji, no one does. I still remember a time when you were normal like one of us You must come back home for the holidays Shinji, it’s the time for community and family If you don’t come with just a plus one, then you’re getting blown away by cannon artillery. I know you've been alone and scared for awhile, and if you need me I can be like a father Sincerely yours, Shugo P.S if you’re good today I might teach you instant water.

take care player, it was real :serene:

Oijin prepares a redstone explosive vest