Bayushi Satomi
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Feb 6, 2014 15:00:27 GMT
That's my opinion as well. Anyway, both places are quite adjacents. I'd suggest to use this moment of the night to check this place discreetly. We can't simply afford to lose the element of surprise when we're going to effectively attack, and also, we need more information of what really is going on there: the nature and the numbers of our "Enemy".
We must be our own "scout unit". Once we have this information gathered, we'll be able to better plan our effective action.
She waited their reactions to her proposal. She knew that could be very dangerous, by the little sample from the last night. She wouldn't blame the Doji, the Moto or even the Togashi monk, if they decided that was too risky for them. Herself wasn't a great warrior, but a tactician who was taught how to survive. Her yojimbo was dead. But, in the Winter Court, a big part of their delegations was formed by courtiers from their clans, not warriors or scouts. Also, after the incident with the Mirumoto, how many were totally trustful?
Satomi would love the help of trustful warriors as Shiba Kaigen or Daidoji Kousei, though.
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Doji Hatosenshi
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Post by Doji Hatosenshi on Feb 6, 2014 16:13:20 GMT
Hatosenshi watched the others talk about the situation. He carefully pressed the fabric against the bleeding, and kept an eye on the door.
"It would appear the Empire is in graver danger then we anticipated. You can may count on my assistance and my accompaniment as you go to remove these foul bloodspeakers."
Hatosenshi considered for a moment, "Perhaps I could speak to some of my Daidoji cousins about joining us?"
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Bayushi Satomi
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Feb 6, 2014 16:19:15 GMT
The Kaiu general spoke: May I suggest one name? Daidoji Kousei-san. He's Doji Hanashimi-san's yojimbo, and recently, she exchanged glances with Arandaru, he had opportunity to proof his bravery and worthiness.
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Post by Togashi Moeru on Feb 6, 2014 18:37:26 GMT
Moeru thought for a moment. "A scouting of the area could be of use." He listened as they spoke of getting others to aid them, and nodded in agreement before pondering. "If we are truly to scout this area, we must make use of some tactics that some could see as... subterfuge" Moeru scratched at his chin.
"We know where they may be. And, unlike common vermin, they will notice if something is amiss." Moeru paused for a moment. "With their numbers being reduced over their actions in court, surely they will be of heightened awareness to anyone in the area not meant to be there. The obvious question would be; how do we.... blend in, so to speak, as to not draw attention to our presence?"
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Moto Arandaru
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Post by Moto Arandaru on Feb 6, 2014 18:44:39 GMT
Arandaru met Satomi's glance and nodded.
"We can slip out in the night." Arandaru proposed.
"Guard shifts are less active and the cover of the night will give us plenty of time to strike pretty quick and in subtlety." his last "escapade" had proved as much. That and the worthiness of the individual named Daidoji Kousei.
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Bayushi Satomi
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Feb 6, 2014 18:53:14 GMT
Satomi questioned Hatosenshi with a glance, and having his nod, proceeded.* Maybe we can listen what a Daidoji can propose, in terms of... infiltration.
Saying so, Satomi asked them a moment, and going outside, ordered a servant to find and bring Daidoji Kousei immediately. Returning, she asked to Moeru. While we wait Daidoji's arrival, it seems you have something in mind, Moeru-san... I'd like to hear your ideas, if you don't mind sharing.
*I can edit it later, kind of godmodding here.
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Post by Daidoji Kousei on Feb 6, 2014 19:49:48 GMT
Kousei had been having a miserable time eating dinner with Hanashimi and a few other courtiers of the Crane clan, including his personal nemesis Doji Aoshi who had arrived recently. It was this latter factor that was making the meal so unpleasant, with constant subtle jibes coming in his direction.
It was with some relief, therefore, that he received the message from the five calling upon his services. He gulped down the rest of his food, showed the message with Hatosenshi's signature on it to his charge and then excused himself gruffly from the table. Removing himself to his quarters, he considered what to take. He had been meticulous in bringing his weapons with him, and also a suit of light armour which he duly strapped on. It sounded as if they would be moving fast, so in the end he made do with his daisho, a tanto, and a yumi. His beloved nodachi and yari he regretfully left in their stands.
Snatching up a travelling pack, he went to join the others in the room.
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Post by Togashi Moeru on Feb 6, 2014 22:37:43 GMT
Moeru shifted. He was never a gifted strategist, even during the war, he just sort of... followed Kiri, and the lead of others. "Well.... The night will give us some cover, but the curious part, will come at the ravine. As someone who has spent much time in an area where the terrain is steep, I can tell you that any misstep, any sound, anything that could give our position away, will be magnified, because they will have less terrain to defend."
Moeru turned to face Satomi. "An acolyte of water would come in handy right about now..." Moeru's voice trailed a little, his expression pained. "Short of that, I believe we should take great care to be as nimble as we can be. A leaf on the wind... as it were. And I fear that my blindness will be a detriment."
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Bayushi Satomi
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Feb 6, 2014 23:19:42 GMT
Detriment, Moeru-san? it's like I said you once: I know how to recognize men and their full potential... and I don't need to be Satsu-dono for it. Last night YOU were guiding your guide!
When Daidoji Kousei arrived, Satomi nodded to the newcomer and gestured him to a place where he could choose get a seat or not.
Yes, Moeru-san. We have an acolyte of Water, for all I know... Moto-san showed us both in Shadowlands as last night, he is brave and full of resources... Also, Daidoji-san just joined us in the room. You shall remember him from our ... casual meeting last night, in the sake house... or maybe not.
Then, turning to Kousei, and as always, keep a direct speech, Satomi said:
Daidoji-san, as we spoke days ago in the funeral of my husband, we need experienced people, as you, in our little group. As you can see, we are not only leading a council of clans working for the safety of the Empire. We are effectively engaging ourselves in this task.
We have little information, and we dont have time or the trustful and necessary human resources to a scouting mission. So we are doing it ourselves.
We have clues that not far from Kyuden Meyo, a group of enemies of the Empire, most probably bloodspeakers, are gathered in their "pit". But what else: the Emerald champion granted us permission to investigate what could be the presence of something very dangerous.... Something that "causes the elements to flee in terror", in the words of Moeru-san.
By the way... if it's true, we need to make sure we aren't only relying on the kami to muffle our sounds and presence...
Satomi motioned them to come near and examine the maps. For Moeru, she described as accurately as possible the cartography points, so he could at least, understand what they were seeing.
They discussed the better way to come near the ravine for some minutes.
Excellent, she said. Now, how to be unnoticed and gather information? I count on the specialists, both in element control, and in military scouting tactics, to propose solutions. As any general, acknowledging the resources at hand was the first step.
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Post by Daidoji Kousei on Feb 6, 2014 23:37:21 GMT
Kousei looked at the map intently, leaning over the table. Something that caused the elements to flee in terror? That sounded... ominous.
He pointed at an approach to the ravine coming in from the northwest. "I would recommend that way. It offers some cover and will lead us into the top not far from what looks like a path down. There will probably be sentries if they are expecting trouble; I'd take point myself to ascertain numbers. The main group would consist of yourself, Satomi-sama, along with Arandaru-san and Hatosenshi-sama. Moeru-san, I would place you slightly behind the main group to keep an eye on people approaching from the rear." He winced slightly. "Apologies - no mockery was intended. Arandaru-san, do you have any abilities to ask the kami to mask us from malevolent forces? I can suggest techniques to keep us from prying eyes, but some things are beyond me."
Kousei was alive now, in his element.
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Post by Togashi Moeru on Feb 7, 2014 14:58:48 GMT
Moeru listened to Kousei's plan. It was a good plan.
Moeru had flushed a little at the mention of guiding his guide. He had hoped it wouldn't be too noticable. "Aye, Satomi-san. I did guide my guide..... In a Sake House. Let's hope I'm just as nimble on a ravine steep."
Moeru turned towards Arandaru. "Moto-san, Kousei's plan is sound. I believe that some... cover, would better aide us in completing this task. They, have the advantage of the land. We will need the advantage of the elements. Is it possible for you to ask the Water Kami to aide us? To.... Oh.... give us the benefit of rain?" Moeru smiled a little. "Nothing disorients the senses of a man more than over stimulation. Rain will cover our movements, both in sound, and in sight."
Moeru was beginning to feel a little like his old self. He bowed to Kousei. "No mockery taken, Daidoji-san. Keeping me behind the main group is most advantageous. While I may not see the way you see, I am able to perceive things, and with that, I can ensure no one has the element of surprise."
Moeru finished his cup of "tea", and exhaled, some smoke escaping his nostrils as he did. "So, when do we become the avalanche?"
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Doji Hatosenshi
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Post by Doji Hatosenshi on Feb 7, 2014 15:58:10 GMT
Hatosenshi looked at Moreu, and met the eyes of his Daidoji cousin.
"I can arrange for horses and permits in a matter of moments."
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Bayushi Satomi
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Feb 7, 2014 16:06:46 GMT
Excellent. I also think your position in vanguard is crucial, Daidoji-san. She skipped detailing why Moto and Doji were meant to stay with her. Rain can be a good coverture, for a while. But also can be great hindrance to our own move rate... So,... no excesses, please. She smiled to Arandaru. Let's keep focused that we are going merely gather information... we need to avoid combat as much as possible.
Yes, as soon as we have horses to go, I'm as ready as everyone else.
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Doji Hatosenshi
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Post by Doji Hatosenshi on Feb 7, 2014 16:12:06 GMT
Hatosenshi stood, a faint tremor in his steps.
"I will go obtain that now. Satomi-san. Could you please accompany me?"
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Bayushi Satomi
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Feb 7, 2014 16:19:55 GMT
Satomi frowned, wondering why the Doji would need her company, but suddenly reminded of the handkerchief incident of minutes before... Of course. We'll be back in minutes, samas...
She slid the door and and expected him to join her, a concerned look after discreetly scanning Hatosenshi for further wounds... Her hand casually in the hilt of her katana. One can never knows...
What's up...?
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