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Post by FåwnFrøst on Jan 28, 2017 17:42:03 GMT -5
Keiko shifted her paws, not used to all the praise from the other cats. Usually she got in trouble for saying whatever came into her head.
"Thanks." She said, her green eyes brightening. "I think you guys could have stood up to him. You're pretty tough, too. I think you guys would probably beat me in a fight!" She laughed. "I haven't even learned that much yet." She didn't know what else, to say, for once, and flicked her tail across the ground, pausing when she thought about fighting the Oda. Will I even be strong enough? Keiko thought, I've barely learned to hunt, let alone fight! How will I fare in a real battle? She didn't know. She just hoped that the worst would be over soon.
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Jan 30, 2017 17:07:26 GMT -5
( So sorry for my long poof, guys. School has caught up with me a little. ;-; Working on HW right now, so I'll type up some replies whenever I get a chance. )
✽Boop✽ ;; ( Don't sweat it! I really don't care if your posts are long or short, so long as they're not one-liners. )
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Feb 1, 2017 17:16:18 GMT -5
( Don't fret about it Razz. School has been a pain in my tail lately too, so I can't come on like I want to. ;~; )
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Feb 2, 2017 9:08:18 GMT -5
At Tsuki's news, Tarou felt his heart sink dangerously low. I knew it. I knew she wasn't well! The novice looked at Tsuki, then Izumi, then back to Tsuki again. After a moment, he swallowed anxiously and replied, with a tiny voice: "O...O-Of course, Master Tsuki. We c-can see to her for you." He couldn't bear to think about this. Trying to keep Akiko healthy was one of his top priorities, and now here she was, mentally ill along with a possibly weakened body.
His pawsteps were heavy and slow as he walked towards the temple, as if he dreaded what was waiting inside.
Takeshi nodded, his mood lifting a bit. "Of course." Akiko loved koi fish; her favorite delicacy. He headed to the stone-surrounded quarry pile, his eyes trained on Akiko's den. He suddenly stopped in his tracks when he saw Tarou sauntering toward said temple. He looked concered and urgent. Confused, Takeshi gently put down the fish, watching his younger sister and her student make their way to the temple.Stormheart
Emiko raised a paw and stuck out her tongue comically. "Thanks, Kei-chan!" Suddenly, she sprung to her paws, bobbed tail in the air. "I wanna get rid of that mean ol' cat once and for all!"
Haruna rolled her eyes, giving a half-smile at her sister's childishness. "I do too," she meowed. "But we're all still pretty young. We're not even past our training yet..." Her face turned serious, and she rose to her paws. "Come on. I think we should ask some of the samurai to take us out on a training session. We haven't really done much during these three days, and now we're in danger. We need all the experience we can get." FåwnFrøst
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Post by ✽Boop✽ on Feb 2, 2017 13:26:53 GMT -5
Junichi felt restless; he couldn't stand to stay here and brood on the situation anymore. He stood up and rustled his pale fur. "I'm going out for a bit." He muttered to his fellow samurai. He padded outside and breathed in the cool early morning(?) air. May as well hunt. He began to make his way towards the camp entrance.
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Post by FåwnFrøst on Feb 2, 2017 18:54:22 GMT -5
Keiko perked up at the mention of training, her green eyes shining. "That's a great idea!" She said, stretching her pink paws out in front of her. She shook out her pale pelt, skipping after the other young cats.
I wonder what my mentor is doing? She thought, stepping in line with Emiko and Haruna. What if they're too busy to train me? She hadn't even really talked to her samurai yet, and it was all she could do to hope that he would want to talk to her, let alone train. And if I'm not trained in time for a battle, what will I do? Talk the Demon King to death?!
Despite her dark thoughts, Keiko followed the other minarai to the samurai's den.
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Feb 3, 2017 13:35:31 GMT -5
( Haruna, Emiko, and Keiko can RP with Chisai.
I'll type up something for you. )
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Post by Stormheart on Feb 3, 2017 18:40:43 GMT -5
"Thank you, I appreciate it." Tsuki left the den, heading towards Takeshi and Hikari. "Well?" she asked, voice low. The she-cat sat down and pricked her ears.
Hikari bowed. "We have done it Lady Tsuki."
Tsuki's eyes brightened, overjoyed that her plan had worked so far. "Good, let's discuss this matter further in the daimyo's temple. I wish to keep this conversation absolutely private. The she-cat halted for a moment, beckoning them to a secluded area behind a few bushes. "Tarou and Izumi are checking on Lady Akiko at my request. She is not well and I fear for her health. We should wait until they are finished, as it is important that our daimyo's safety is ensured."
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Post by a diamond's pearl on Feb 3, 2017 21:12:53 GMT -5
Mᴏᴏɴ - - FåwnFrøst
⇼ Kiyoshi and Naoko xx Samurai's Den
All she'd gotten up for was to simply see what was going on. To escape her brother's wild sleeping for a while. Maybe even visit the Wise One's while she was up. But no, the drama just never got enough of itself. First the Binitsuki made its appearance up in the sky, then this, so called 'Demon King' Lord Nubunaga(I think that's how you spell his name XS), who didn't even seem all that scary, showed up to their camp. Like, would peace ever return to her precious Clan? What about the Sakura Matsuri? Surely the Oda Clan Ccats weren't going to get in the was of them having their traditional yearly festivals, right? And why'd Akiko accept Nubunaga's offer in the first place? There had better have been a good explanation for all of this. Otherwise I'm not sure what to think of SakuraClan anymore. The white feminine sat staring at the den wall, her face clear with anger and confusion. The portion of the tail she had twitching with unease. But the anger that boiled inside of her was nothing compared to the anger her companion was letting out. Naoko stood pacing back and forth. His head bowed with uncertainty and rage, muttering things to himself. Kiyoshi twitched an ear, debating on whether to try and calm him down or let him lose control. We all know how he gets when he's angry. I suppose it'd be best to cool him off before a the fire actually starts. She thought with a sigh before rising to her paws and hesitantly touching her brother's shoulder calmly. "Are you alright?"
The big, russet colored tabby paused in his pacing, glaring at his sister for a moment. Was he alright? Was he alright? What kind of question was that? "Am I alright? Hmmm, let's think back on it Kiyoshi, Lady Akiko just gave everything we've grown up with to those... those..." He broke off with a snarl, continuing to pace again. "This is beyond wrong. What would Lady Amaterasu have to think about all of this? Surely the ancestors don't approve if I don't, and you know I'm approving of everything, really." He paused, looking up at his sister. Amber eyes locking onto her's. "What do you have to say about this?" Kiyoshi would agree with him wouldn't she? She was his sister after all. Of course they'd share the same opinions and thoughts since they were siblings. Right?
"I- I think that...." She trailed off as the sound of pawsteps heading towards the Samurai's den came from outside. "I think someone's coming." What a great excuse to dodge her brother's question. If Naoko knew how she really felt about the whole situation.... I don't want to think about that. We have visitors. Without another word to the Samurai, Kiyoshi padded to the den entrance. Her head tilting in slight curiosity at the sight of the three young minarai. A friendly smile coming to her face. She wasn't really that much of a talker, but her love for kits and young cats wasn't anything she could control. "Ah, Ohayōgozaimasu , young ones." She whipped her head around to see if her brother was coming or not. "Naoko, come and say hello. Kieko's here with her friends."
Naoko's ears pricked at the name of his minarai. What is she doing here? I thought Akiko ordered everyone to their dens? Besides, his minarai was the last cat he wanted to see. He never wanted her to see him like this. Sucking in a breath, the big samurai rose to his paws and padded up to the den entrance with a cool expression. "Ohayō." He greeted dryly, dipping his head. "What brings you three here?"
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(I hope this is fine, sorry its so late :S)
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Post by FåwnFrøst on Feb 4, 2017 17:57:18 GMT -5
Keiko's ears immediately perked up when she saw her mentor. "Hi!" She chirped, looking quickly to Emiko and Haruna for support, her green eyes quickly snapping back to her samurai. "We were wondering if we could go train?" She started, flicking her long fluffy tail and making an effort to sound civilized in front of her mentor. "In light of recent events, we've realized we have no idea what to do in a battle. Could you teach us?" She tilted her head questioningly, thoughts swirling around inside her once more.
I only hope we'll learn in time, She thought once again as her mind ran itself in circles with the same thoughts over and over. Please say Naoko will want to take us out training!
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Feb 5, 2017 7:10:23 GMT -5
Darktalon ;; ( I am so sorry for leaving you hanging, Dark! I haven't been feeling well these past couple days. Forgive me; I'll work on that reply now. ;_;
Well, the plot has changed again - I've edited it on the front if you want a recap. But in short, Lord Nobunaga, SakuraClan's enemy, has suddenly crashed their party and made a "deal" with Akiko. She's got a trick up her sleeve, though; rebellion. The cats are just chatting about it atm, the apprentices want to train, and the others are just doing whatever they usually do. )
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Feb 5, 2017 9:45:03 GMT -5
"...Yes, ma'am. You're right." Tarou's gait slowed a bit, though his vibrissa still rose along his back. Approaching the shoji doors, he took in a deep inspire and opened them. Most of the candles lined up along the side were blown out, reducing the warmth and darkening the interior. Lady Akiko was lying in the middle of the floor, her back to the two physicians.
Tentatively, Tarou padded forwards, as if he was scared of what he'd see. "M-My lady...?" When he didn't get an answer, he walked over to her and called her again, a bit sternly. "My lady."Akiko didn't move until after a long, drawn-out moment. Turning her head back to look at Tarou, she stared right at him. "What is it, Tarou?" The novice was slightly startled at her irritated tone, but more so of how haggard her once beautiful features became. Her eyes were dull, tired, and red around the edges. She looked as if she hadn't gotten proper sleep in a while, and Tarou could only hope she hadn't gotten sick.
His face full of worry, Tarou summed up the courage to get closer to his leader. Why was he so anxious...? "We've come to check up on you, my lady. Please forgive my rudeness...but you have not seemed well during the past few days, and we are obliged to see to you."
Akiko's muzzle scrunched in vexation. "I'm alright," she rasped. "Do not bother.""I beg to differ," Tarou countered, surprised at his own boldness. "Please, my lady, sit up a bit so we can look at you."
Akiko stayed in her static position for another agonizingly long moment, but finally gave in and rolled over onto her stomach, eyes staring at the floor. ᔕɿɱƿՆעᗰעς੮ע
As Emiko got up, she turned back to see Chisai behind her. "Chi!" She called to the little tom, using a nickname she chose for him. "Come on and train with us! We haven't been out in a while."Haruna licked her lips. "Ohayou," she mewed casually. "We just want to go out and train for a bit. With the...unfortunate occurrence that happened this morning, I think we need all the fighting skills we can get."
( It's 'Nobunaga', but don't sweat it; sometimes I end up misspelling his name too lol )a diamond's pearl FåwnFrøst Darktalon
Takeshi walked away from the pile and followed Tsuki to the bushes. "It was a success," he reported. "Masamune Date said that he'd offer reinforcements when we need them."
At the mention of Lady Akiko, he tensed, but sighed in relief as Tsuki explained that the healers were handling her. "Understood. I do think they will take good care of here."Stormheart
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Hufflepuff// Bi// Male// 20// I Joined the old forums: 08 April 2016
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Post by Darktalon on Feb 5, 2017 11:39:51 GMT -5
(Thank you very much for letting me know what is happening, I appreciate it greatly due to you being very busy lately)
(If you don't mind I'll post a joining form for Ikusei's kit later on)
Ikusei was huddled, out of the way, of all the hustle and bustle going on around her. She had her kit close to her, still swollen, stomach and refused to take her eyes off of him for even a second. She had been very surprised to find that over that past few days, her son had become a strong and developed cat. This had pleased her greatly as he had been her only surviving kit and she had feared for his survival from the moment he had been born. After much deliberation, she had decided to, fittingly, name him Seizonsha. Nuzzling Seizonsha awake, Ikusei pushed him, gently, around to her stomach in order for him to be able to have some milk.
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Post by ✽Boop✽ on Feb 5, 2017 21:02:35 GMT -5
Junichi walked past the red torri gate and into the valley. Despite that his purpose for being out was to hunt, he wasn't very focused on searching for prey scent. He aimlessly wandered the valley, mind swirling with confusion. Eventually he looked up from the ground and found himself in Hanasaki Valley. (I don't really know what I'm doing)
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Feb 6, 2017 7:14:25 GMT -5
Darktalon ;; ( Anytime! Here's a reply for you.
Oh, okay! That'd be great. c: )
Daisuke couldn't take the tension anymore. "I'm going to check on my mate," he meowed, getting up as Junichi left. His sudden statement just earned him a shrug from Arata.
Padding outside, he made his way to the nursery, carefully poking his head inside. The smell of milk rushed into his nose. "Ikusei? Are you alright...?" He trailed off as he saw a tiny bundle of fur kneading at Ikusei's stomach. A kitten.
Daisuke's heart melted at the sight of his son. "It's our little one. Did you name him yet?"
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Feb 6, 2017 7:34:19 GMT -5
Junichi walked past the red torri gate and into the valley. Despite that his purpose for being out was to hunt, he wasn't very focused on searching for prey scent. He aimlessly wandered the valley, mind swirling with confusion. Eventually he looked up from the ground and found himself in Hanasaki Valley. (I don't really know what I'm doing) that was so cheesy I'm sorry )
She hadn't known true emptiness like this.
Wanting to get out of the city for a while, Lady Oichi ended up in Hana Valley. Well, she hadn't gotten lost; she really just came on her own accord. This was where she buried her mate, Lord Nagamasa.
There were enough cherry trees to bury him at in Edo, but Hana Valley was the place where Nagamasa gave Oichi the flowers she so dearly loved. She stroked the rough bark, pawing gently at the character she etched in the wood - '愛', meaning love.
Knowing she shouldn't be on another Clan's territory, the pinkish-cream female set of off to leave. With a heavy sigh, she turned to go back up the hill, but stopped when she saw another cat standing at the top of the soon-to-be-blossoming valley. "H...Hello," Oichi greeted softly. She didn't know who he was or what Clan he was from, but she wasn't going to take any chances yet. |
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Post by ✽Boop✽ on Feb 6, 2017 11:35:26 GMT -5
(Aww thanks hehee)
Upon hearing the unfamiliar voice Junichi looked up to see a stranger. How unexpected, he thought. Are they from the Oda clan? If so he had no choice but to be friendly. He padded closer to the stranger, a pretty shecat, and replied. "Hello. Who are you?"
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Feb 6, 2017 12:52:20 GMT -5
Oichi titled her head to the side, as if curious of this cat. "I am Oichi," she replied. "Lady Oichi - mate of the Azai Clan leader, Lord Nagamasa."
The beauteous she-cat blinked slowly, her mismatched eyes bright with sadness. "Well... former mate, one could say. He is dead now, and I am simply paying my debts to his gravesite." Not trying to sound mopey, Oichi changed the subject. "And you, young warrior; what is your name?"
( Of course~ ^^ )
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Post by ✽Boop✽ on Feb 6, 2017 13:59:17 GMT -5
Junichi blinked in surprise. Azai clan? Haven't they been allied with Oda before? He thought it best not to mention Sakuraclan's current predicament. Who knew how this cat would react? "I am sorry for your loss, my lady." he said as he dipped his head respectfully towards the Azai leader. "I am Junichi. Pleased to meet you."
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Post by a diamond's pearl on Feb 6, 2017 20:34:54 GMT -5
Naoko and Kiyoshi xx Clearing xx Mᴏᴏɴ - - FåwnFrøst
Naoko listened as the minarai's asked to go out and train. Every last part of him wanted to decline the offer, and so he was. But as soon as the samurai opened his jaws to speak, Kiyoshi just had to but it. As always.
"That's a very wise suggestion for cats so young. And I think it'd be smart to touch up on your training. There's no telling what those Oda Clan cats are up to. Naoko if you don't take them out training, I'll do it myself." The two siblings locked eyes for a moment. Naoko's bobbed-tail twitching in mild annoyance and Kiyoshi's eyes gleamed with unwavering defiance, daring him to decline the offer. But finally, the tabby gave in with an annoyed huff. "Fine, fine fine. But you'll take the blame if we get caught."
Kiyoshi sniffed, rolling her eyes. As if. "We'll just say this is something we've had planned since yesterday. Besides, it isn't like those Oda Clan cats can tell us where we can and cannot go when we want to go. Lady Akiko's still our daimyo. And last time I checked, she has authority over us. Not Lord Nubunaga." The white feminine padded a little way ahead of the four cats. "Now let's go. We can find something to eat along the way." Anything to get away from those disgusting smelling forest creatures.
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"This wasn't a vicious beast, but an intelligent, gentle creature."
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Post by ᔕɿɱƿՆעᗰעς੮ע on Feb 7, 2017 16:44:04 GMT -5
[ Izumi | Daimyo’s Temple | Tags - - Akiko, Tarou ]
Solaced the erudite acumen had been put across, the svelte molly tagged along after the neophyte, rather clement - for this instance only - in tacitly authorizing the gibe access ahead of her.
It took a few moments to reach the Japanese shul, in which case the duo promptly entered. Like prior, it was always a fascination to examine the premier’s boudoir - bedizened with comely kakemonos limning plaiting saurians, and kakejikus with prodigious feline predatory beasts. There, she assumed a reposed stance and took it in personal intruige to listening Tarou’s mildly demanding orison.
Good, he’s learning that not all things can be achieved through kindness.
Dipping her cranium slightly in Akiko’s now seemingly submissive pose, the physician turned to her trainee.
“Probe her while I ask questions, Tarou-kun.”
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Feb 7, 2017 17:40:34 GMT -5
Tarou nodded, and began slowly - but meticulously - scrutinizing Akiko's physique, checking for white hairs, discoloration, and other vital signs. he didn't think he'd find anything, but he payed attention to every part of her body. Even if the slightest thing was off, he'd point it out forthright.
Meanwhile, the daimyo rose her dark visionaries to meet Izumi's bright ones, although it looked a bit more like a sullen glare. "What do you wish to ask me...?" She inquired hoarsely.ᔕɿɱƿՆעᗰעς੮ע
Emiko beamed, her eyes shining with determination and ferocity. "Let's go~!" She squealed, bounding away. "I wanna fight off those mean, evil pieces of fox-dung right no-- Ow!"
Haruna harshly pawed her sister on the shoulder. "Hey, watch your words! And keep it down. We don't know if they heard us or not, even from all the way over here. Just leave them alone for now and let's get out of here." The Japanese bobtail turned back to the older cats, not wanting to just race off like Emiko was about to do.a diamond's pearl FåwnFrøst
Oichi gave Junichi a melancholy smile. "Thank you... Junichi. Although my heart is broken, I am still happy that I got to be with him. To have his daughters and leave behind a legacy." She looked up at him from inside the flower-filled valley, climbing up the slope so she could get to his eye level. "I should be leaving soon. I do not mean to trespass here."✽Boop✽
Daisuke did was she said and sat right beside Ikusei, wrapping his tail around her back. He peered down at his son; although the kitten's eyes were barely open yet, he admired that cute little bundle anyways. He was so proud of his love and admired her ability to pull through. "'Seizonsha'..." He repeated. Although the name was long, he didn't really care. "It means 'survivor', doesn't it? Lucky little one. 'Survivor' is right... I even miss the two we've lost..." Upon hearing her question, he replied: "Oh, you don't know? Um... W-Well... It turns out that the Oda Clan, our sworn enemies, have just... randomly appeared in our camp this morning. They're back for... something, I don't know. But they're just sitting up on top of Ankoku right now, staring down at us like they can control us." He frowned, ears flattening. "Not only that, but our lady is... probably not fairing well now that that's happened."Darktalon ;; ( Chisai is with Emiko and the gang, Darky. You haven't roleplayed with him yet. )
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Feb 7, 2017 17:48:26 GMT -5
( A random SakuraClan headcanon!
The cats of all the Clans, including some of the SC cats, have a moderate knowledge of kanji (Chinese characters). As I demonstrated with Oichi, some of them can actually write messages in sticks and send them to whomever they need. Of course, they can't write in fluent Japanese, but they do have their own style of writing that looks a lot like it! )
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