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Kodama · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 7:17 pm **Posts:** 404

"That or something much like it, hai." He pauses in thought, "Closest I remember: 'Wisdom can be found in many places, but you must always begin at home.'"

"At home, Reichin-no-kami did what he could to remind his allies that he was a flawed man. But visitors who came to see him because of his deeds never wished to see the whole, they wished to see the hero. It was he who taught me that quote from the Tao, on courageousness and cruelty, years before my time in the Brotherhood. He said he never knew who was looking for inspiration and who was looking for weakness when he met those who came to see him at Shiro Usagi. But he had the choice of what he could show them."

Kasuga Asakuro · **Joined:** Sat Apr 04, 2020 12:13 am **Posts:** 274

For his part, Asakuro made an argument similar to others: that the murder of an Emperor, indeed a most heinous crime as others have been forced to fall on the sword for much lesser offenses against the Jade Throne, would have to be overlooked by all across the Emerald Empire would he be appointed regent of the rightful Hantei child, the child of the very Emperor that had been killed, and while he was in no position or place to offer whom ultimately should be regent of the child, the Steel Chrysanthemum was effectively "retired" from the position, even if not by choice. A criminal could never, and should never, stand as regent to the young Hantei: the line of succession looked and marched forward, not backwards.

And with his argument made, he skedaddled off to the side for others to make their points known.

Influence roll, Imperialist, 3 raises: success, 77 - +4 Imperial points!

Asako Kashiwagi · **Joined:** Tue Mar 31, 2020 12:56 am **Posts:** 865

Kodama wrote:

"That or something much like it, hai." He pauses in thought, "Closest I remember: 'Wisdom can be found in many places, but you must always begin at home.'"

"At home, Reichin-no-kami did what he could to remind his allies that he was a flawed man. But visitors who came to see him because of his deeds never wished to see the whole, they wished to see the hero. It was he who taught me that quote from the Tao, on courageousness and cruelty, years before my time in the Brotherhood. He said he never knew who was looking for inspiration and who was looking for weakness when he met those who came to see him at Shiro Usagi. But he had the choice of what he could show them."

"A lesson I will have to take to heart, honored advisor," he said calmly.

Kodama · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 7:17 pm **Posts:** 404

"If only to calm those of us lesser, then it is enough." He bows again. "Have you further need of me? I will be staying at the shrines, further learning of the ancestral heroes of the Phoenix honored there, that the Order of the Fortune of Heroes might better know it's role."

Otomo Ryuji · **Joined:** Tue Apr 14, 2020 5:41 am **Posts:** 289

Kodama wrote:

"If only to calm those of us lesser, then it is enough." He bows again. "Have you further need of me? I will be staying at the shrines, further learning of the ancestral heroes of the Phoenix honored there, that the Order of the Fortune of Heroes might better know it's role."

"Kodama-san. It is good to have met you here at this gathering. I will make sure to remember you."

Ryuji turned back to the Asako Hero. "Tales of you are most impressive, Asako-sama. You would honor me with your heroic tales over tea?" Ryuji asked.

Kodama · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 7:17 pm **Posts:** 404

"Otomo-sama. It is good to be remembered." He bows again.

Mirumoto Wasako · **Joined:** Sun Apr 05, 2020 4:56 pm **Posts:** 945

Agasha Poemu wrote:

"Your birth and training explain well enough why your parents haven't either." Poemu nodded softly, then sighed. "A real shame. I suppose that this isn't the sort of time for such thoughts, though it feels a good change of thought from worries."

Pushing aside the conversation, not wanting to embarrass Wasako too much, Poemu smiled softly. "Perhaps I will introduce you to my husband, should we ever return to Dragon lands together. I think you and he would have good conversation, and my household always could use guests."

"I suppose something to consider in the future at least. Thank you for your concern, Agasha-sama," she gave her an apologetic smile and bowed. It wasn't her intention to pull the pleasant conversation thread from Poemu but it seems that it was something even she couldn't control.

"I wouldn't mind coming by, especially if you're destined to return home after your work here. I've travelled here mostly on my own but I would very much appreciate having some company home."

Asako Kashiwagi · **Joined:** Tue Mar 31, 2020 12:56 am **Posts:** 865

Kodama wrote:

"If only to calm those of us lesser, then it is enough." He bows again. "Have you further need of me? I will be staying at the shrines, further learning of the ancestral heroes of the Phoenix honored there, that the Order of the Fortune of Heroes might better know it's role."

"I have nothing pressing," he responded.

Otomo Ryuji wrote:

Ryuji turned back to the Asako Hero. "Tales of you are most impressive, Asako-sama. You would honor me with your heroic tales over tea?" Ryuji asked.

"I am sure that can be arranged, Otomo-san, I will bring my most thrilling endeavors with me," he said calmly.

Kodama · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 7:17 pm **Posts:** 404

Kodama bows to the Asako, then backs away.

He finds a way out, concerned about over hearing more than his tongue decides needs commenting on.

Seppun Chiyo · **Joined:** Mon Apr 06, 2020 12:17 am **Posts:** 94

Despite her best efforts, Chiyo's thoughts were not in line with her arguments on the topic of succession today.

(Influence - TN 20 = 19 viewtopic.php?f=87&t=701)

Instead, she directed her efforts towards things that might bear more fruit, turning and heading for the Blue Tiled Room.

Asako Kashiwagi · **Joined:** Tue Mar 31, 2020 12:56 am **Posts:** 865

Seppun Chiyo wrote:

Despite her best efforts, Chiyo's thoughts were not in line with her arguments on the topic of succession today.

(Influence - TN 20 = 19 viewtopic.php?f=87&t=701)

Instead, she directed her efforts towards things that might bear more fruit, turning and heading for the Blue Tiled Room.

Kashiwagi took joy in the Jade Office being ineffectual, his headache suddenly fading away... mostly.

Isawa Hachi · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 2:42 am **Posts:** 401

Having heard the name of Reichin-no-Fortune, Hachi moved closer, and listened. He said nothing, and managed not to cough, as well. Perhaps he was feeling better?

Agasha Poemu · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 5:47 pm **Posts:** 896

Mirumoto Wasako wrote:

"I suppose something to consider in the future at least. Thank you for your concern, Agasha-sama," she gave her an apologetic smile and bowed. It wasn't her intention to pull the pleasant conversation thread from Poemu but it seems that it was something even she couldn't control.

"I wouldn't mind coming by, especially if you're destined to return home after your work here. I've travelled here mostly on my own but I would very much appreciate having some company home."

"It is hard to see what might happen after this," she admitted. "I originally was to stay in Lion land's as ambassador, but the future seems much less certain anymore. I'd likely go home if for just a visit, and to help move with my husband to a more permanent post."

Togashi Myo-en · **Joined:** Mon Apr 06, 2020 4:27 am **Posts:** 418

Myo-en was present but didn't make herself the center of attention, listening much and speaking only a few, penetrating words.

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Mirumoto Wasako · **Joined:** Sun Apr 05, 2020 4:56 pm **Posts:** 945

Agasha Poemu wrote:

"It is hard to see what might happen after this," she admitted. "I originally was to stay in Lion land's as ambassador, but the future seems much less certain anymore. I'd likely go home if for just a visit, and to help move with my husband to a more permanent post."

"It seems a lot of things are going to be uncertain after this, even if this conflict ends in the favour we want it to...Perhaps you'll be needed at the capital to negotiate the Dragon Clan's favour in this new arrangement?" She said with a bit of uncertainty, not knowing what appointments or political arrangements might be made from all of the ripples, even as the war settled down. "But if you do find yourself destined for the Dragon lands, my offer stands, Agasha-sama."

Nagiko · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 6:07 pm **Posts:** 310

Togashi Iko wrote:

"Yes, for seven years." Iko replied as she held tight to her teacup. "My sensei told me he normally hails from Sakkaku, but something about it being more jealous than Chikushudo."

She leans in a little closer. "I must admit most of that nature of the realms speech went right over my head."

'' Seven years? How...'' Nagiko was now very curious. '' Also, your sensei comes from Sakkaku? How is that possible?....'' Nagiko wonders what type of person is Iko's sensei or rather what kind of creature...

Togashi Iko · **Joined:** Wed Apr 01, 2020 3:00 am **Posts:** 408

Iko lifts Jinsokuna from her side and places it on the table. From the saya hang two black feathers.

"My sensei was Shune, one of the Kenku. For seven years I trained there with him, but the time that had passed here when I returned was much less."

Nagiko · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 6:07 pm **Posts:** 310

Togashi Iko wrote:

Iko lifts Jinsokuna from her side and places it on the table. From the saya hang two black feathers.

"My sensei was Shune, one of the Kenku. For seven years I trained there with him, but the time that had passed here when I returned was much less."

'' A Kenku? That is a crow-type of spirit right?'' Nagiko didn't know much about spirits or types of spirits. '' Impressive.'' Her eyes glitter.

'' What a interesting sensei you had, Togashi-sama. How did you even contacted such spirit from Sakkaku if i might ask?''

Togashi Iko · **Joined:** Wed Apr 01, 2020 3:00 am **Posts:** 408

"It was during the War of Broken Fangs...."

http://nagawar.fallenash.com/viewtopic.php?f=92&t=1221

Iko told the tale as honestly as she could, despite the fantastical nature of the whole thing.

Nagiko · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 6:07 pm **Posts:** 310

And Nagiko listened to the story with glitter in her eyes. That was an amazing story, very appropiate for a hero of legendary fame as Iko. Nagiko is fascinated.

'' So, so...you gained your right to become his pupil. That is amazing Togashi-sama. What a fascinating tale.'' She said.

'' I wish i could do the same when i do visi...'' Nagiko stopped. She almost revealed one of her secrets.

Well, it was not much of a secret anymore. Kashiwagi knew about it.

'' I, uh...''

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