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Samurai Taka [L5R]

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[X] "Taka."

I'm very intrigued by the option for Daigotsu as well, but alas.

I'm just as partial to the ronin with a battered sword and ragged clothes stepping past broken men and women resplendent in the arms and armor of their birthright to spit Satan in the eye.
 
I love @Winged Knight s argument and a journey from such low honour to a high one seems like a really fun trip however theres one thing I need to comfirm before I can vote for it.
@Havocfett is the Daigotsu background measurably tainted? Because if we are, then this definitely sounds like hard mode and I don't think we're up to it.
 
Dark as Silver said:
I love @Winged Knight s argument and a journey from such low honour to a high one seems like a really fun trip however theres one thing I need to comfirm before I can vote for it.
@Havocfett is the Daigotsu background measurably tainted? Because if we are, then this definitely sounds like hard mode and I don't think we're up to it.
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Havocfett said:
As Daigotsu's own son, the odd, untainted second son of the Spider Clan.
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[X] "Kakita Taka."

Never really got into one of these L5R things before, but being able to immediately understand the local culture? Heck yeah.

I also have a soft spot for people who seem... less-than-worthy, becoming heroes and champions, and the Kakita version appeals more than the Daigotsu version.
 
[X] "Daigotsu Taka."

Killing an ox bare-handed falls in the water domain?



Yes please.
 
[X] "Daigotsu Taka."

Although I actually think Taka is a better choice in terms of rings, I like this one better thematically. I'd be okay with Taka winning too though.
 
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Alright, gonna close the vote here. Will likely get the update up tomorrow, will hopefully get it up tonight.
Adhoc vote count started by Havocfett on May 24, 2017 at 2:45 PM, finished with 52 posts and 43 votes.
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Character Sheet has been added to the second post.

Name: Taka

Description: Taka is of average height for a Rokugani. He bears a slight tan from a life filled with prolonged exposure to the sun, and his thick black hair is longer and more wild than is proper. He is rangy, with ropy muscles that bely his strength. Despite a rough and slightly unkempt appearance, he exudes an easy confidence and quiet serenity.

Honor: 8.0
Glory: 0.0

Rings:
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  • Air: Adept
    • XP: 0/900
    • You have quick reflexes and adept in the courts of Rokugan. While you may not always know the cultural norms of the local area, the details discussed in conversation, or have the pull or authority of a proper samurai, you are sincere and as convincing as most courtiers in personal interaction, skilled at avoiding harm in battle, and are an excellent shot with a bow.
  • Fire: Untrained
    • XP: 0/100
    • You are not particularly intelligent, and while you may be strong you do not move with the grace and technique expected of a trained samurai. In addition, your skill with weapons is mono-focused upon the blade.
  • Water: Adept
    • XP: 0/900
    • You are a fine example of Samurai physicality, swift, fierce, and with a sharp eye. Foes break before you, and it takes an impressive person indeed to slip by your watch.
  • Earth: Student
    • XP: 0/300
    • You are tough, yes, and willful, but not in a way that would set you apart from other Samurai.
  • Void: Teacher
    • XP: 0/3200​
    • You are deeply religious and have an innate understanding of the mystical and matters of the soul. You can enter the poorly understood state of 'flow', of action with inaction, of self-obliteration in the process of doing, with ease and are skilled at meditation. You have five Void Points.​
    • Fortune Favors the Mortal Man: Student
      • XP: 0/300​
      • You follow in the footsteps of Kihei, Toku, and Masatane. You excel in the face of difficult and impossible tasks, and against things beyond the ken of mortal man. While in situations of extreme danger and adversity you may spend a Void to become more skilled in every way. In addition, while wielding a blade, you use Void (Reduced by One Rank) instead of Fire to determine your skill with a blade. This only applies to swords.​
 
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