Glory of the Emerald Empire (Legend of the 5 Rings Quest)
- Thread starter Winged Knight
- Start date
- Fantasy
- Location
- Canada
only one vote difference between the tell Goro vote and the leading spend time with people vote. Any chance I could convince someone to switch?
I think telling Goro about the nothing's words is very relevant. Cryptic as it is, maybe someone more insightful than us could figure out what's going on. Especially as I expect we'll be encountering Mouthpiece again.
I think telling Goro about the nothing's words is very relevant. Cryptic as it is, maybe someone more insightful than us could figure out what's going on. Especially as I expect we'll be encountering Mouthpiece again.
- Location
- Spain
[X] Save XP
[X] Seek out Yasuki Goro and give him a run down of what the mouthpiece said, and what he offered. Leave out P'an Ku.
-[X] If he figures out we're hiding something from him, try to say something vague like "There was another probably being there, who is probably not malevolent. They have asked me to keep their presence secret, and I dare not say more.
[X] Seek out Yasuki Goro and give him a run down of what the mouthpiece said, and what he offered. Leave out P'an Ku.
-[X] If he figures out we're hiding something from him, try to say something vague like "There was another probably being there, who is probably not malevolent. They have asked me to keep their presence secret, and I dare not say more.
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[X] Seek out Yasuki Goro and give him a run down of what the mouthpiece said, and what he offered. Leave out P'an Ku.
-[X] If he figures out we're hiding something from him, try to say something vague like "There was another probably being there, who is probably not malevolent. They have asked me to keep their presence secret, and I dare not say more."
-[X] If he figures out we're hiding something from him, try to say something vague like "There was another probably being there, who is probably not malevolent. They have asked me to keep their presence secret, and I dare not say more."
- Location
- London, England
[X] Seek out Yasuki Goro and give him a run down of what the mouthpiece said, and what he offered. Leave out P'an Ku.
-[X] If he figures out we're hiding something from him, try to say something vague like "There was another probably being there, who is probably not malevolent. They have asked me to keep their presence secret, and I dare not say more.
Weird shit has just gone down. We are a dutiful samurai. Thus, we tell our lord. Also possibly the Kitsuki, but let Goro decide that.
-[X] If he figures out we're hiding something from him, try to say something vague like "There was another probably being there, who is probably not malevolent. They have asked me to keep their presence secret, and I dare not say more.
Weird shit has just gone down. We are a dutiful samurai. Thus, we tell our lord. Also possibly the Kitsuki, but let Goro decide that.
- Location
- Canada
The mere fact that he was personally interested at all is probably valuable. Also, it's possible that there's something in there that we missed. For instance, why did he tempt us specifically? That alone might say something to people who actually know stuff about this.
Dirtnap
Kanmusu Affecionado
OOC? Because we are the MC.
IC? Well, we've already fought and beat an ogre, a Lost One, an ONI (though not without sacrifice on our party's side) and lately defeated an attempt to steal something from the Elemental Master of Fire. Pretty sure we're really fraking interesting to everyone right now.
Sirrocco
Pedantic
We also just recently were part of an engagement where we thwarted the attempts of some shadowspawn to acquire a significant artifact, and there's at least some reason to believe that we're the reincarnation of Hida Yakamo.
From the events of our gempukku, we have the direct personal animosity of the current lord of the Shadowlands, and the interest and attention of the Void Dragon (if only in our dreams). Oh, and there's that lady. We don't really know *who* she is, but maybe Amaterasu? Anyway, she's totally watching over us too. Additionally, Osano-wo has given us at least a bit of personal attention, and now P'an Ku thinks we're interesting (and polite).
Among more temporal powers, we've gained the personal attention of the diamyo of a major family from each of three major clans, and that of the Master of Fire. We're... not yet 18?
Sousuke likes to think of himself as a simple bushi of the Crab Clan, just serving his lord as best he can like any other. The world never lets him get away with it for all that long.
Also, while he isn't hitting Naoto levels of self-improvement, being ready for the second lesson of your school less than two years out of your gempukku has to be pretty uncommon.
On the Hida Yakamo thing... it occurs to me that if it *is* Amaterasu (or perhaps the Jade Dragon) then that might somehow explain the fire without recourse to Yakamo references.
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A Nation's Virtue
南國山河南帝居
Incidentally, @Winged Knight, are there any special rules for buying kata or do we get them immediately upon spending the XP?
EtchedSteel
*mumble mumble*
- Location
- Lima. Peru
*sigh* fine.
[X] Seek out Yasuki Goro and give him a run down of what the mouthpiece said, and what he offered. Leave out P'an Ku.
-[X] If he figures out we're hiding something from him, try to say something vague like "There was another probably being there, who is probably not malevolent. They have asked me to keep their presence secret, and I dare not say more."
[X] Seek out Yasuki Goro and give him a run down of what the mouthpiece said, and what he offered. Leave out P'an Ku.
-[X] If he figures out we're hiding something from him, try to say something vague like "There was another probably being there, who is probably not malevolent. They have asked me to keep their presence secret, and I dare not say more."
3.101
Winged Knight
Still just a crazy man with a wolf on his head
- Location
- Texas
[X] Seek out Yasuki Goro and give him a run down of what the mouthpiece said, and what he offered. Leave out P'an Ku.
-[X] If he figures out we're hiding something from him, try to say something vague like "There was another probably being there, who is probably not malevolent. They have asked me to keep their presence secret, and I dare not say more."
Sincerity Roll: 4k3=27
Memories of your encounter with P'an Ku and Nisshoku linger as time passes, and the next day you seek out Yasuki Goro. You would speak with your superior about what happened, at least as much as you are able. The feel of the prayer beads nestled within your robes reminds you of P'an Ku's desire for secrecy… But even still, there are certainly ways you can inform your Lord of what occurred.
You don't find a chance to speak with Yasuki Goro until the next day. As always, his time is almost entirely consumed with meeting various delegates in both public and private venues. It seems that while court is not in session in any official capacity, behind the scenes politics continues unabated.
Yasuki Goro takes you inside his chambers, his desk covered in notes as usual. You happen to overlook one page as you settle yourself across the table. Not intentionally, of course. Your Lord's business is his own, after all. Regardless, you can't make heads of tales of what he's writing. It is obviously in some sort of code, a cipher different from what you're used to seeing amongst the Bushi of the Crab. Which isn't a great surprise, really.
"Greetings, Sosuke-san," you superior says. "I do apologize for being so often out of reach, but with matters currently as they are I've been finding myself quite busy." He smiles grimly. "The time before a battle is often almost as hectic as the battle itself."
"I completely understand, Yasuki-sama," you reply. "I wished to inform you of an… incident that happened yesterday."
Yasuki Goro blinks, then sighs. "I see." He waves a hand. "Please go on then, Sosuke-san?"
"I received a letter from Mirumoto Hanabi-san asking that we meet for tea while she was on break, but this was a forgery," you say. "When I arrived at the teahouse, I was instead approached by what I believe to be an agent of the Shadow Dragon."
"You what?" Yasuki Goro hisses, his eyes going wide. He leans forward. "Speak quickly, Sosuke-san, and keep your voice down. You never know who might be attempting to listen in, even in private chambers."
"It was the creature Nisshoku, who sent that other letter asking to meet at the Pale Radiance," you whisper, leaning close to the courtier. "He said that he and the… being that he represents wanted me to know that they wished me fortune in the disposal of Moto Shinichiro's copy, and that there would be no interference from them."
"No interference?" your Lord whispers. "But if Nisshoku is an agent of the Shadow Dragon, wouldn't he and Moto Shinichiro be allies?" He rubs his chin, brow furrowing as he considers the matter. "How odd."
"I was also given… offers, Yasuki-sama. Nisshoku claimed them to be a reward for dealing with the nuisance of Moto Shinichiro." You look up for a brief moment to catch his eyes. It pushes propriety, but you wish him to know your sincerity. "I did not accept."
Yasuki Goro looks at you for several long moments, measuring you. You can feel the weight of his gaze as he weighs your words, taking everything you've said and running it through that impressive mind he holds. No doubt he is considering if you are compromised, and will act appropriately if so.
You do not blame him for his concern. The Crab, more than anyone else, must take care to avoid infiltrators. The only other Clan that might worry over such things would be the Scorpion, and they wouldn't need to deal with supernatural subterfuge. Well, for the most part. You've certainly heard stories.
As it stands, if he decides he must end your life then you've little doubt he would make the attempt. Yasuki Goro is shorter than you, but he is broad shouldered and strong. With his wrestling experience he could likely get you into a hold and then start breaking bones, all while yelling for help. Your life would end quite swiftly after that.
Even still, you would let him know what happened. It is the right thing to do, no matter the risk. Your duty demands no less of you.
"I believe you," he says at last. "I've known you too long to believe you a traitorous liar, and would like to think I am a good judge of character." He sighs and shakes his head. "You certainly have a way of making things interesting, Sosuke-san."
"I assure you it's not intentional, Yasuki-sama," you respond. "I'll try to avoid any more surprises if I can."
"Very good," he says while gathering his papers in a pile. "I will carefully reveal what you have told me about Nisshoku to select parties, but you will tell no one what you experienced." He looks up at you. "Are we understood?"
[] Write in.
-[X] If he figures out we're hiding something from him, try to say something vague like "There was another probably being there, who is probably not malevolent. They have asked me to keep their presence secret, and I dare not say more."
Sincerity Roll: 4k3=27
Memories of your encounter with P'an Ku and Nisshoku linger as time passes, and the next day you seek out Yasuki Goro. You would speak with your superior about what happened, at least as much as you are able. The feel of the prayer beads nestled within your robes reminds you of P'an Ku's desire for secrecy… But even still, there are certainly ways you can inform your Lord of what occurred.
You don't find a chance to speak with Yasuki Goro until the next day. As always, his time is almost entirely consumed with meeting various delegates in both public and private venues. It seems that while court is not in session in any official capacity, behind the scenes politics continues unabated.
Yasuki Goro takes you inside his chambers, his desk covered in notes as usual. You happen to overlook one page as you settle yourself across the table. Not intentionally, of course. Your Lord's business is his own, after all. Regardless, you can't make heads of tales of what he's writing. It is obviously in some sort of code, a cipher different from what you're used to seeing amongst the Bushi of the Crab. Which isn't a great surprise, really.
"Greetings, Sosuke-san," you superior says. "I do apologize for being so often out of reach, but with matters currently as they are I've been finding myself quite busy." He smiles grimly. "The time before a battle is often almost as hectic as the battle itself."
"I completely understand, Yasuki-sama," you reply. "I wished to inform you of an… incident that happened yesterday."
Yasuki Goro blinks, then sighs. "I see." He waves a hand. "Please go on then, Sosuke-san?"
"I received a letter from Mirumoto Hanabi-san asking that we meet for tea while she was on break, but this was a forgery," you say. "When I arrived at the teahouse, I was instead approached by what I believe to be an agent of the Shadow Dragon."
"You what?" Yasuki Goro hisses, his eyes going wide. He leans forward. "Speak quickly, Sosuke-san, and keep your voice down. You never know who might be attempting to listen in, even in private chambers."
"It was the creature Nisshoku, who sent that other letter asking to meet at the Pale Radiance," you whisper, leaning close to the courtier. "He said that he and the… being that he represents wanted me to know that they wished me fortune in the disposal of Moto Shinichiro's copy, and that there would be no interference from them."
"No interference?" your Lord whispers. "But if Nisshoku is an agent of the Shadow Dragon, wouldn't he and Moto Shinichiro be allies?" He rubs his chin, brow furrowing as he considers the matter. "How odd."
"I was also given… offers, Yasuki-sama. Nisshoku claimed them to be a reward for dealing with the nuisance of Moto Shinichiro." You look up for a brief moment to catch his eyes. It pushes propriety, but you wish him to know your sincerity. "I did not accept."
Yasuki Goro looks at you for several long moments, measuring you. You can feel the weight of his gaze as he weighs your words, taking everything you've said and running it through that impressive mind he holds. No doubt he is considering if you are compromised, and will act appropriately if so.
You do not blame him for his concern. The Crab, more than anyone else, must take care to avoid infiltrators. The only other Clan that might worry over such things would be the Scorpion, and they wouldn't need to deal with supernatural subterfuge. Well, for the most part. You've certainly heard stories.
As it stands, if he decides he must end your life then you've little doubt he would make the attempt. Yasuki Goro is shorter than you, but he is broad shouldered and strong. With his wrestling experience he could likely get you into a hold and then start breaking bones, all while yelling for help. Your life would end quite swiftly after that.
Even still, you would let him know what happened. It is the right thing to do, no matter the risk. Your duty demands no less of you.
"I believe you," he says at last. "I've known you too long to believe you a traitorous liar, and would like to think I am a good judge of character." He sighs and shakes his head. "You certainly have a way of making things interesting, Sosuke-san."
"I assure you it's not intentional, Yasuki-sama," you respond. "I'll try to avoid any more surprises if I can."
"Very good," he says while gathering his papers in a pile. "I will carefully reveal what you have told me about Nisshoku to select parties, but you will tell no one what you experienced." He looks up at you. "Are we understood?"
[] Write in.
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EtchedSteel
*mumble mumble*
- Location
- Lima. Peru
... That was pretty close. Huh, we did the good thing in reporting but pretty much dice spared us here. :\
[X] Yes, Yasuki-sama.
[X] Interact with your comrades.
-[X] Seek out Mirumoto Hanabi
[X] Yes, Yasuki-sama.
[X] Interact with your comrades.
-[X] Seek out Mirumoto Hanabi
The Sandman
So Zetta Slowpoke
- Location
- Wherever I am, which isn't where I'm not
[X] Yes, Yasuki-sama
[X] Interact with your comrades.
-[X] Seek out Mirumoto Hanabi
-[X] Seek out Kitsu Himawari
-[X] Attempt to broker peace between them, as we realize that we are in some way responsible for their animosity (even if we are unsure as to precisely how and why)
Let's continue down the road towards founding the Wombat Clan.
[X] Interact with your comrades.
-[X] Seek out Mirumoto Hanabi
-[X] Seek out Kitsu Himawari
-[X] Attempt to broker peace between them, as we realize that we are in some way responsible for their animosity (even if we are unsure as to precisely how and why)
Let's continue down the road towards founding the Wombat Clan.
Winged Knight
Still just a crazy man with a wolf on his head
- Location
- Texas
I'm sorry I forgot to answer this. I'd just fluff it out as Sosuke practicing a specific kata he learned the basics of in the dojo and thus having it available after the experience points have been spent to purchase it.
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cokerpilot
Here comes the rain.
[X] Yes, Yasuki-sama.
A Nation's Virtue
南國山河南帝居
Thanks. I was mainly looking at getting Strength of the Crab or Strike as the Avalanche since Sosuke meets the requirements for both already.
For those who don't know, Strength of Crab stacks pretty nicely with our Rank 2 tech so long as he's wearing armor and is in the Attack Stance. This means he'll be rocking Reduction 10 while wearing armor. Strike as the Avalanche lets him pretend his Strength is one rank higher for damage rolls so long as he's using the Heavy Weapons skill.
- Location
- Canada
I'm actually surprised that we brought up P'an Ku, even as circumspectly as we did. I figured that would only be mentioned if he thought we were hiding something about what happened. Given he didn't press for more details, I was rather surprised that we brought it up at all.
EDIT: This referred to an earlier version of the update, and is no longer relevant.
EDIT: This referred to an earlier version of the update, and is no longer relevant.
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DarkLight140
Credit to Team
- Location
- Lost in my thoughts
Yeah, given the phrasing of the winning vote I'd have expected it to be used as a contingency only, and not one whose circumstances were triggered in this instance- in fact, just about the opposite of its contingency was triggered, as instead of saying "I need more details"/"you're hiding something" he said "Okay, I believe you".
- Location
- Canada
Basically this. It wasn't supposed to be something he just blurted out in the middle of the conversation. There was no good reason to risk a dragon's wrath unless absolutely necessary.