City of Quying
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Roleplay posts: 79
Registered: Jul 8, 2016 4:55:30 GMT -8
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Post by City of Quying on Nov 14, 2016 10:35:26 GMT -8
A long lost castle taken up by Quying military as a checkpoint for those on the way to the city. With the accommodating size of the establishment, it also acts as a retreat in case of emergency for Quying residents. All those intending to enter the city of Quying must stop here and receive permission to proceed further. Those who attempt to force their way through are arrested and held here.
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Sayuri Kurokawa
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Roleplay posts: 40
Age: 28
Physical Description: Typical of her people, Sayuri is of diminutive stature, standing 5'1" tall and having a very slender build. Her hair is long, falling to her ankles when unbound, and is a dark, inky black in color; her skin is pale, and her eyes are a deep, earthy brown. She has no distinguishing markings, and her only striking feature is that her features are very delicate and lovely.
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Clothes and Equipment: Having only recently been released from her unlawful imprisonment, Sayuri wears the simplest clothes of a farmer, and has no weaponry or any possessions of note.
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Player's online availability : Evenings. (EST)
Registered: Jun 25, 2016 18:16:27 GMT -8
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Post by Sayuri Kurokawa on Nov 29, 2016 10:15:13 GMT -8
The retinue of Daimyo Kurokawaka - consisting of the Daimyo herself and eight armed and armored guards - paused at the castle only long enough to water their horses and take a brief break. This would also give the forces manning the castle time to send word ahead to the Daimyo of Quying alerting him to the impending arrival of the visitors. Once both of these things had been accomplished, the party would mount up and continue on their way to the city proper.
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Keiji
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Ronin
Roleplay posts: 6
Clothes and Equipment: Katana, wakizashi, ragged kimono, leather armor, spare steel armor pieces, kasa hat.
Registered: Oct 8, 2017 8:56:18 GMT -8
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Post by Keiji on Oct 14, 2017 9:39:13 GMT -8
City of QuyingA rugged traveler came before Yamato Castle. His kimono had seen better days, and with his kasa one might think he was a beggar. But then one might spy the katana, wakizashi, and yumi bow he carried with him. He pulled a white horse behind him, and while it was groomed as such the steed displayed desirable qualities of warhorse. He may have been a samurai - no, a ronin perhaps? A gang of similarly-rugged men followed behind him, wielding their own weapons ranging from bows, blades, and naginatas; only a few had horses. When the travelers were approached by the men of Yamato Castle, as they would surely be stopped, Keiji would speak "my name is Keiji." He motioned to his followers, "and this my retinue. We have traveled far and desire rest. May we enter your great city?"
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City of Quying
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Roleplay posts: 79
Registered: Jul 8, 2016 4:55:30 GMT -8
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Post by City of Quying on Oct 16, 2017 10:12:27 GMT -8
The Guard at the castle eyed the man warily, it wasn't often that they had peaceful visitors from the other provinces since the declaration of independence had gone live. From down below, all Keiji could see was spear tips, save for a single guard who stepped up onto the parapet
"If it is just rest that you desire, we can provide that here in the Castle. What business have you in the City proper?"
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Keiji
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Ronin
Roleplay posts: 6
Clothes and Equipment: Katana, wakizashi, ragged kimono, leather armor, spare steel armor pieces, kasa hat.
Registered: Oct 8, 2017 8:56:18 GMT -8
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Post by Keiji on Oct 16, 2017 13:42:41 GMT -8
City of QuyingKeiji looked up at the guard, "after some rest... my men and I would like to acquire better arms and armor... if your smiths do good work, that is." Keiji instinctively clutched a bag of coins he had acquired through some... less than noble means. Still, it was enough to buy some armor for his men, and better weapons for those who needed some.
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City of Quying
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Roleplay posts: 79
Registered: Jul 8, 2016 4:55:30 GMT -8
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Post by City of Quying on Oct 19, 2017 15:38:13 GMT -8
"Our smiths do the best work, Ronin, and if you can find a smith willing to help, you shall not be disappointed. You may pass through, but we will be watching you." The guard shouts down, and the gates open, allowing the group to pass through the fort unhindered.
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Keiji
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Ronin
Roleplay posts: 6
Clothes and Equipment: Katana, wakizashi, ragged kimono, leather armor, spare steel armor pieces, kasa hat.
Registered: Oct 8, 2017 8:56:18 GMT -8
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Post by Keiji on Oct 20, 2017 12:32:45 GMT -8
Keiji smiled and bowed his head before the guard, "many thanks, friend," he would say before passing through the gates.
<exit>
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Mitsuki Higashi
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Roleplay posts: 17
Age: 23
Physical Description: A beautiful young woman of Asian descent. She became an orphan at an early age and became obsessed with reading any book she could find around her. After coming of age she left her orphanage and began to travel, sharing the stories she had read about. She is known for knowing almost any story you can ask her for, her ask her and she will tell it for the right price of course.
Clothes and Equipment: Most of the things she owns were gifts that she got from patron who wanted to hear her stories. She owns 3 sets of clothing made of fine and free flowing silk, one pair of shoes, some accesoiries for her hair and one jacket to keep her warm on cold days.
Registered: Apr 4, 2018 2:21:24 GMT -8
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Post by Mitsuki Higashi on Apr 5, 2018 22:41:10 GMT -8
Mitsuki had traveled from far, and she expected she wasn't done traveling anytime soon. She had been on the road for about 5 years now, traveling to wondrous places, places she thought she would never see with her own eyes. She had seen the beauty of the world, but still, she was looking for more. Now her travels had brought her to Quying. She was a storyteller. She gathered and told stories for all to hear. Most of them were considered fealore or fairytales by the common person, but she knew that every single story had a basis of truth in them. Something that got them started, they just might be twisted over the years. And this time she was driven by the story of the Jade Guardians, specifically the rumors that someone similar to the description of those ancient warriors seemed to be inside of Quying itself. She had to know if it was true or not.
So she would walk up to Yamato castle with just a travel sack on her back. She wore pink free flowing silks that looked airy and clean. Her feet were bare as that was her preferred style of travel, full of callus to make her able to walk over any terrain. She did own shoes, but she only used them on special occasions when it wasn't socially acceptable to wear her shoes. Her hair was tied in a tidy knot and overall she looked very clean. She would give off a somewhat nature-like feel to how she looked.
"I would like passage to Quying. I am a storytelling and an artist, looking to provide entertainment for the people of this beautiful city." She said with a kind smile.
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City of Quying
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Roleplay posts: 79
Registered: Jul 8, 2016 4:55:30 GMT -8
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Post by City of Quying on Apr 12, 2018 13:37:20 GMT -8
The guards eyed her with a bit more than casual curiosity, but they were professional to a core, and save for a few glances that may have been strictly longer than necessary, nothing was unusual in their behavior towards the woman.
"Aye ma'am. You're free to pass through. Got another week or so until you get to the city though. Word of warning, we do not charge toll any where inside Quying, no matter what those damn bandits say the payment is. Stick to the main path during the day and you should be fine though." Said the Gate Commander, an older officer with a bit of grey hair but shrewd, piercing eyes.
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Mitsuki Higashi
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Roleplay posts: 17
Age: 23
Physical Description: A beautiful young woman of Asian descent. She became an orphan at an early age and became obsessed with reading any book she could find around her. After coming of age she left her orphanage and began to travel, sharing the stories she had read about. She is known for knowing almost any story you can ask her for, her ask her and she will tell it for the right price of course.
Clothes and Equipment: Most of the things she owns were gifts that she got from patron who wanted to hear her stories. She owns 3 sets of clothing made of fine and free flowing silk, one pair of shoes, some accesoiries for her hair and one jacket to keep her warm on cold days.
Registered: Apr 4, 2018 2:21:24 GMT -8
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Post by Mitsuki Higashi on Apr 13, 2018 3:33:57 GMT -8
She would smile warmly at his words. "Thank you for the kind advice." she said and bowed down slightly to show her gratitude. "I am sure I will find my way to the city in one piece." she might speak to the guards in a casual manner, but something in the tone of her voice also showed her respect for the men.
She would tuck her travel sack closer on her shoulder and walked past the guards towards the main road that would be her companion for the next few days. But before she took more steps she suddenly turned around. "I am sorry to take more of your time, but as I told you before I am a storyteller. I came to Quying because I heard a rumor and I think you might be able to tell me more about it. Do you know anything about the Cat of Quying?" she looked up at him with kind and curious eyes.
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City of Quying
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Roleplay posts: 79
Registered: Jul 8, 2016 4:55:30 GMT -8
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Post by City of Quying on Apr 15, 2018 10:33:12 GMT -8
The Guard Captain's eyes narrowed as she asked the question.
"I only know that she is a thief, utilizing strange powers to break into the homes of innocent people and steal their possessions. She has also been apprehended and is currently in the Daimyo's custody. Beyond that, I am not at liberty to say. I suggest you limit your curiosity on the matter, lest people think you are sympathetic to the witch." He said sternly.
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Mitsuki Higashi
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Roleplay posts: 17
Age: 23
Physical Description: A beautiful young woman of Asian descent. She became an orphan at an early age and became obsessed with reading any book she could find around her. After coming of age she left her orphanage and began to travel, sharing the stories she had read about. She is known for knowing almost any story you can ask her for, her ask her and she will tell it for the right price of course.
Clothes and Equipment: Most of the things she owns were gifts that she got from patron who wanted to hear her stories. She owns 3 sets of clothing made of fine and free flowing silk, one pair of shoes, some accesoiries for her hair and one jacket to keep her warm on cold days.
Registered: Apr 4, 2018 2:21:24 GMT -8
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Post by Mitsuki Higashi on Apr 24, 2018 9:03:25 GMT -8
The reaction of the guard was something she wouldn't forget. She knew she was walking on thin ice with him now, she probably only still was on his good graces because of the respect she had shown him earlier. His reaction did surprise her somehow. Even though the stories she had heard about the cat hadn't been promising, she somehow had not allowed herself to believe all the stories. The Jade Guardians were about hero's and bravery, how did the cat mask end up in the hands of a thief? Was she chasing the wrong thing after all?
She didn't show this doubt to the guard however and instead just smiled at him. "You misunderstand me, Sir. If we only told about the hero's, our stories would become boring and predictable. We also tell about the great villains of our time, to remind the people of the rough times that exist. We can't have people believe that a hero will come save them from any trouble that exists in their lives. But I thank you for your advice and I will be sure to keep it in mind during my time in Quying."
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Post by The Inferno Assembly on Apr 25, 2018 21:35:16 GMT -8
Four golems approached, accompanied by a levitating orb. Elemental energy jumped from the orb, spiking the air a couple of feet away from it, chaotically bouncing and curving throughout the air, before faltering and re-absorbing into the sphere. A melancholy tick-tock march announced the golems, heard before they would be seen. Nothing was carried, and the party was unarmed. 'Unarmed', but the Inferno Assembly never comes unprepared. Still, they were peaceful, yet frighteningly static and inhuman. The golem's march ended ten feet from the gates.
The orb did not move, the golems did not move, and only a light hum of the elements could be heard, a desperate attempt by them to escape their earth-bound prison.
The party awaited the presence of a guard.
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City of Quying
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Roleplay posts: 79
Registered: Jul 8, 2016 4:55:30 GMT -8
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Post by City of Quying on Apr 26, 2018 15:42:25 GMT -8
Four golems approached, accompanied by a levitating orb. Elemental energy jumped from the orb, spiking the air a couple of feet away from it, chaotically bouncing and curving throughout the air, before faltering and re-absorbing into the sphere. A melancholy tick-tock march announced the golems, heard before they would be seen. Nothing was carried, and the party was unarmed. 'Unarmed', but the Inferno Assembly never comes unprepared. Still, they were peaceful, yet frighteningly static and inhuman. The golem's march ended ten feet from the gates. The orb did not move, the golems did not move, and only a light hum of the elements could be heard, a desperate attempt by them to escape their earth-bound prison. The party awaited the presence of a guard. The sound of various machinery can be heard as the gates close a bit further, a rather hefty number of guards greeting the golems. "What is your business here? Such arcane...contraptions are not seen much around here." Asked the guard rather suspiciously, the rest of Tawakoshi had yet to accept magic, so seeing such things coming from that direction was unheard of in Quying.
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City of Quying
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Roleplay posts: 79
Registered: Jul 8, 2016 4:55:30 GMT -8
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Post by City of Quying on Apr 26, 2018 15:48:22 GMT -8
The reaction of the guard was something she wouldn't forget. She knew she was walking on thin ice with him now, she probably only still was on his good graces because of the respect she had shown him earlier. His reaction did surprise her somehow. Even though the stories she had heard about the cat hadn't been promising, she somehow had not allowed herself to believe all the stories. The Jade Guardians were about hero's and bravery, how did the cat mask end up in the hands of a thief? Was she chasing the wrong thing after all? She didn't show this doubt to the guard however and instead just smiled at him. "You misunderstand me, Sir. If we only told about the hero's, our stories would become boring and predictable. We also tell about the great villains of our time, to remind the people of the rough times that exist. We can't have people believe that a hero will come save them from any trouble that exists in their lives. But I thank you for your advice and I will be sure to keep it in mind during my time in Quying." "Just careful with the probing questions ma'am. Asking questions about the Cat could get you in trouble is all I was saying." He stated, rather simply. His tone indicated that he was done with the conversation about the heinous criminal.
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Mitsuki Higashi
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Roleplay posts: 17
Age: 23
Physical Description: A beautiful young woman of Asian descent. She became an orphan at an early age and became obsessed with reading any book she could find around her. After coming of age she left her orphanage and began to travel, sharing the stories she had read about. She is known for knowing almost any story you can ask her for, her ask her and she will tell it for the right price of course.
Clothes and Equipment: Most of the things she owns were gifts that she got from patron who wanted to hear her stories. She owns 3 sets of clothing made of fine and free flowing silk, one pair of shoes, some accesoiries for her hair and one jacket to keep her warm on cold days.
Registered: Apr 4, 2018 2:21:24 GMT -8
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Post by Mitsuki Higashi on May 2, 2018 10:39:54 GMT -8
She would bow one more time deeply to the guard before she turned around on her heels and set off towards the city again. She knew a long road was still ahead of her, but she didn't mind.
The way the guard had seemed reluctant to tell her about the Cat was worrisome in the least. Even though the news that she was in custody of the Daimyo was even worse. She had hoped for a long and tedious search where she would eventually find her and get the answers that she wanted. That way she could maybe talk to the cat personally. Now that she seemed to be in the Daimyo's custody that bit of hope faded away. There wasn't a single way that she could find herself inside the castle, and even if she managed, she couldn't hope to get close to the dungeons for just a second.
So the road ahead of her was full of thoughts. Every single step she put her mind was busy thinking for a solution. Mitsuki had always prided herself in her wits and her memory, it was one of the ways she had been able to collect so many stories and remember every single sentence of them. This journey might be becoming more interesting then it might have before.
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Qin Feng
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Roleplay posts: 26
Age: 22
Physical Description: Qin Feng is a young man with long brown hard of average height with an average face, extremely forgettable and perfect for blending into crowds. His eyes, a deep hazelnut color, are sharp and attentive, as required for a ranger, and show a deep intelligence that may not be visible from a first glance.
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Clothes and Equipment:
Qin Feng's clothes are comfortable and loose, perfect for the long travels and silent movement. His scarf, hood and tunic are both green, to blend in with the environment. His gloves, vest and boots beautifully designed and expensive, as they were gifts from his wealthy parents. He wears a jade charm around his waist to protect himself from curses and debuffs. And for good luck and fortune. Especially Fortune.
His bow is known as Fan Mou, and allows any arrows fired to completely ignore magic.
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Player's online availability : More than I Should be
Registered: Jun 17, 2018 17:18:41 GMT -8
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Post by Qin Feng on Jun 17, 2018 20:05:50 GMT -8
A hooded man approached the gate. His face was obscured by a hood, but his boots glistened from the gold engravings under the torches, an obvious tell that he was descended from a wealthy family of some sort. He walked softly on the ground, almost like a cat on edge, as he approached the entrance to the Castle.
Qin Feng pulled off his hood as he got near the guard, and hailed him. His pouch had been feeling a little light recently, and he had heard there were jobs in Quying that were more profitable than anywhere else.
He surveyed the outpost quickly, checking out the soldiers stationed there and any potential weaknesses, before speaking.
"I would like to get to Quying. I've heard many praises about the great culture, vibrant lifestyle, and wonderful people and I would love to explore the many opportunities it has to offer", Qin said charmingly at the guards, subtly omitting the fact that most of this information was from some drunken merchants he had met at a tavern.
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City of Quying
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Roleplay posts: 79
Registered: Jul 8, 2016 4:55:30 GMT -8
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Post by City of Quying on Jun 25, 2018 10:44:16 GMT -8
That drunk merchants had spread the information would not have surprised the guards, indeed that method of news travelling was almost critical to Quying's infrastructure.
The first guard, smiled back, noting the man's attire and bearing, and bowing appropriately.
"You may proceed through of course, the City is but another day or two travel up the road. You can't miss it."
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Qin Feng
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Roleplay posts: 26
Age: 22
Physical Description: Qin Feng is a young man with long brown hard of average height with an average face, extremely forgettable and perfect for blending into crowds. His eyes, a deep hazelnut color, are sharp and attentive, as required for a ranger, and show a deep intelligence that may not be visible from a first glance.
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Clothes and Equipment:
Qin Feng's clothes are comfortable and loose, perfect for the long travels and silent movement. His scarf, hood and tunic are both green, to blend in with the environment. His gloves, vest and boots beautifully designed and expensive, as they were gifts from his wealthy parents. He wears a jade charm around his waist to protect himself from curses and debuffs. And for good luck and fortune. Especially Fortune.
His bow is known as Fan Mou, and allows any arrows fired to completely ignore magic.
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Player's online availability : More than I Should be
Registered: Jun 17, 2018 17:18:41 GMT -8
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Post by Qin Feng on Jun 25, 2018 10:55:33 GMT -8
Qin nodded his head and smiled, before moving briskly towards the city.
There were things to do, jobs to fill, money to earn.
And every second was precious.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2018 18:44:52 GMT -8
A cluster of men on horseback and a few delicate rolling wagons proceeded up to and past the castle checkpoint, knowing they would be unhindered - especially since the banners they bore were that of the imperial family. Whoever they were carting to Quying was, apparently, important.
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