SIII: Seven Swords Saga [ OOC / Started / Not Accepting ]

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[spoiler=Plot]Long ago on the continent of Kōdaina, there was a powerful, wise, and benevolent swordsman by the name of Yudai Kamiyama who was known far and wide as the greatest swordsman who'd ever lived. He vanquished evil wherever he went; towards the end of his journey, Yudai was even able to slay six dragons and three Yōkai Emperors. Throughout the later years of his life, Yudai had reached the pinnacle of power; never once having to taste defeat ever again. Though he could've continued his life as a traveling swordsman until the day he died, instead, he chose a path no one would've ever expected. At the time, Kōdaina was in the midst of war. The five nations that divided the great continent sought unity but not one emperor could allow their position to be stripped away once the nations had united, thus, they fought each other for rule as emperor of Kōdaina.

The suffering of the effects of war fell onto the hands of the countless number of innocent civilians. Seeing this, Yudai challenged the emperors of the five nations to bring forth the best combatants they could find in order to fight him; Yudai swore that he would convince the emperors to put an end to the war and unify the continent of Kōdaina. Although every one of the emperors held Yudai in high regards, even to the point that they saw Yudai standing on equal grounds as them, the emperors' were still unwilling to relinquish their pursuit of the throne and so they mustered up all of their kingdoms' best fighters to meet Yudai in combat. On the day of Yudai's battle, he came without a single weapon, much to the surprise of the emperors. They took it as if Yudai had reached a point in power where he doesn't require a need for weapons anymore. And although that notion is true, Yudai had a different reason for not having any weapons present.

As the battle began, each faction rushed towards the great swordsman and swung their blades at him. In a shocking display, Yudai stood completely still, allowing their blades to cut him. Fearing he would retaliate, the fighters continued slashing away at Yudai. However, not once did Yudai showed aggression and merely stood there taking each blow without hesitation. None of the five emperors could comprehend such a maddening course of action. After some time, Yudai fell onto his knees, weak from immense blood lost. The emperors ceased the battle and asked Yudai why he had chosen to not fight back. Yudai explained that he will endure the suffering of each nation's people if it meant peace and unity for Kōdaina. Moved by the words of their hero, the emperors stepped down from their individual thrones and removed their headdress, throwing them onto the ground and admitting that they are not worthy to rule a unified Kōdaina. Just then, a ray of light enveloped Yudai and healed his wounds; the voice of a goddess followed, acknowledging the deeds of Yudai and asking the hero to unify Kōdaina as one.

Yudai looked to the emperors, all of who kneeled in acknowledgement of Yudai being the rightful emperor. What followed was a unified nation of peace and prosperity for decades to come. Towards the end of his life, Yudai now had seven children, and each one of them had a plan on how to continue the prosperity within Kōdaina. In the end, Yudai warned that there could be no unity within Kōdaina if there is no unity amongst the siblings. Not long after, the great hero emperor passed, leaving his legacy to his seven sons and daughters. Any attempts to work together for the good of Kōdaina soon failed, and the siblings are left with one choice: separating Kōdaina into seven different nations. Centuries soon passed and now, each nation barely recognizes each other as part of the same legacy from during Yudai's time. On the verge of war once again, the latest generation of rulers are now in a race to win the hearts of the people of Kōdaina in order for themselves to eventually unify Kōdaina and become the grand ruler. In addition to those rulers, many warriors from different parts of the continent also seek to unify Kōdaina.

And now, on an early morning day, a stranger arrives at a town in the nation of Fukai. Just who is this stranger and what part does he play in this race for supremacy? An adventure to unify a twice-divided continent now begins![/spoiler]

[spoiler=Rules]If you are applying for this RP then it is expected that you know the rules of YCM's RP section and there is no need in having to remind you of them. Those who are unfamiliar of the rules or are new to RPing in general, I highly recommend you do not participate in this RP. This is an anime/manga-esque RP, so the story will be based on chapters, seasons, arcs, etc. Finally, you must understand that my word is final. If you have read the rules, please enter an 8-digit number containing the numbers "2", "9", and "0" when responding to the "Username" portion of the app.

~The most important rule of all is to have fun!~[/spoiler]

[spoiler=Accepting Terms]First off, you must know that applying for this RP means that you will have to be active, and I do take activity seriously. Do not, and I repeat, do not apply for this RP if you are not in it for the long run. If for some reason you can't be active during a part of the RP's progression, please inform me of your reason(s) via OOC or PM. If this happens, I am allowed to control your character as I see fit until you return. Those who do apply will have a maximum of one character (and cannot be an antagonist) unless I say so otherwise.

As of now, I am not accepting any more apps.[/spoiler]

[spoiler=Important Info]1) In terms of rating, SIII falls in between PG-13 and PG-16, however, realistically it will lean more towards PG-16. It contains a medium to high amount of blood and gore, a medium amount of cursing, and a low amount of sexual content.

2) In terms of character creation, feel free to be as creative as you can in terms of appearance, personality, bio, etc. As a note about appearance, the setting of this RP is very similar to Feudal Japan and your character's attire should reflect that although you are still able to take creative liberties if you wish. When it comes to name, I do not want to see names like Jake, Tim, John, etc. This RP has characters with Japanese names so your character should reflect that. To be more familiar with your character's combat capabilities and their energy resource, please refer to the "App" and "Important Terms" sections respectively.

3) [b]Blu's Posting Routine Rule[/b]: This RP follows a strict story structure and must be followed as so. Irrelevant posts will be warned. The posting style of this RP is turn-based, involving rounds. A round of posting consists of me posting then all other participants will post once, unless some circumstances prevent that from happening. After that round, a new round of posting will begin starting with me posting once more. After I have posted to begin a round, it doesn't matter who posts next as long as we reached the point where everybody posted once for that round. With that being said, those who've RPed with me before should note that I might fluctuate between long and short posts so I don't mind if you short post when needed. You can have extra posts just for the sake of character development or interaction with other characters to build up relationships. However, this must not conflict with the main story. For example, if the current story is about saving someone and a character suddenly asks another character to go get something to eat, that would be a violation of the routine rule.

4) Like my other RPs, this RP will have a central protagonist portrayed by me. Characters portrayed by participants are main protagonists. Be sure to note that I treat everyone the same, including myself, and everyone will get a chance to be in the spotlight. If you need to confirm this, ask [url=http://forum.yugiohcardmaker.net/user/34677-desperado-of-finale/]Desu[/url] (formally known as finiteGunslinger) or [url=http://forum.yugiohcardmaker.net/user/214202-hotaru987/]Hotaru[/url] (formally known as Hotaru987) about how I treat participant characters. Other important references include [url=http://forum.yugiohcardmaker.net/user/150623-kyng/]Kyng[/url] and [url=http://forum.yugiohcardmaker.net/user/375245-qu%CE%B5nn-aisu/]Aisu[/url].

[spoiler=5) Important Terms][b]1. SIII: セヴェン•ソードス•サガ (SIII: Seven Swords Saga)[/b] - The name of the RP. Can be referred to simply as SIII.

[b]2. Kōdaina (広大な)[/b] - The main setting of the RP. Kōdaina is almost an exact replica of Feudal Japan including climate, architecture, culture, etc. However, unlike Feudal Japan, Kōdaina also houses deserts and large expanses of grassland. Kōdaina is also the home of dragons and Yōkai; the strongest of the latter group are referred to as Yōkai Emperors. Kōdaina is divided into seven nations including: Fukai (深い), Shin'en (深淵), Mukō (無効), Kokuyōseki (黒曜石), Ryūjin (龍神), Kogane (黄金), and Kūdō (空洞).

[b]3. Yudai Kamiyama (神山•雄大 Lit. [i]Kamiyama Yudai[/i])[/b] - Kōdaina's great hero, known as the most powerful swordsman who'd ever lived, who unified Kōdaina and became its greatest emperor until his unfortunate passing. Yudai has been immortalized in legend and to this day, the people of Kōdaina still worships him. There is even a manuscript that compiles together the many grand adventures of Yudai.

[b]4. Swordsman[/b] - A title given to a warrior traveler who utilizes swords as his/her primary means of combat. They are able to concentrate Nature Energy into their weapons to utilize all types of different magical attacks and effects.

[b]5. Sage[/b] - A title given to a warrior who primarily uses magical spells for combat. To use these spells, Sages concentrate Nature Energy to a part or throughout their bodies and synthesize that energy into a spell. A Sage in training is known as an Apprentice Sage.

[b]6. Weaponry[/b] - Weaponry in SIII, in the hands of someone who can concentrate Nature Energy, can become magical weapons.

[b]7. Nature Energy[/b] - Also known as Jinsei (人生), Nature Energy is energy that exists naturally in everything. Though usually a passive energy, a warrior, with the proper training, can learn to concentrate Nature Energy from within themselves to use as magic. With advance warrior training or mid-level Sage training, a person can concentrate Nature Energy that exists around them, allowing them to make things such as air, water, etc. into weapons.

[b]8. Dragon[/b] - Dragons are immensely powerful creatures born from huge, naturally-occurring formations of Nature Energy. Dragon temperament varies but they are usually non-confrontational unless disturbed in their dens. It is said that only the most powerful of warriors can slay a dragon and almost no one have managed to slay even two let alone six like Yudai Kamiyama. Dragon parts such as scales, horns, and fangs are considered to be the pinnacle of crafting material and can be used to make the strongest of weapons and armors.

[b]9. Yōkai[/b] - Spirits that exist throughout Kōdaina. Yōkai can be either benevolent or malevolent but both are able to naturally concentrate Nature Energy for use as a means of combat. Vastly powerful and evil Yōkai are known as Yōkai Emperors. Some Yōkai Emperors are even more powerful than dragons.

[b]10. Kane (金)[/b] - The universal currency of the RP.[/spoiler]


[b]If you still have any questions or if I am missing anything, please feel free to contact me both in the OOC or through PM.[/b][/spoiler]

[spoiler=App][i]*Please remove all in parentheses and put N/A for any optional parts you did not fill out in this app*[/i]

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[i]"[Optional; Quote from Character Here; Refer to "My App" to see what I mean]"[/i]

[b][u]Personal Info[/u][/b]
Username:
Name: (Japanese name plz; Last name optional)
Age: (19+)
Gender: (Male or Female and nothing else)
Date of Birth: (No Year)
Blood Type: (No special blood types)
Hobby(s): (Optional; list a couple of things your character likes doing)
Appearance: (Spoiler plz; 3-4 lines minimum; pic also accepted but plz include a short description of any changes, if there are no changes, then just put the pic; pic must be anime)
Personality: (Spoiler plz; 3-4 lines minimum)
Bio: (Spoiler plz; 4-5 lines minimum)

[b][u]Combat Info[/u][/b]
Warrior Type: (Swordsman, Sage, or Other; if your character is an "Other", you can optionally specify their warrior type instead of just typing "Other")
Primary Weapon(s): (Spoiler plz; optional for a Sage; the main weapon(s) your character [u]currently[/u] uses; include the weapon type, a description of how the weapon looks or a pic of the weapon, and the name of the weapon if you decided to give it a name; sword users are also allowed to dual-wield but only one participant should have this; a new primary weapon(s) can later be acquired in the RP if you wish to do so)
Secondary Weapon(s) & Equipment: (Optional; spoiler plz; any other smaller weapons and equipment your character uses; separate each item with their own spoiler if you use pics; include name or type of item and description of how it looks or a pic of how it looks and/or its uses; note that secondary weapons cannot be used more than your primary weapon)
Ability(s): (Optional; spoiler plz; include a list of abilities you character has that does not require the use of objects; exceptions include objects required to perform an ability e.g. materials for poison making)
Special Technique(s): (Spoiler plz; include a brief list of special techniques or attacks, performed with your character's primary weapon; include name of technique and what it does; only a brief list for now as you will gain more techniques later on)
Magic: (Optional; spoiler plz; include a list of magic abilities your character can utilize; include name of magic and a description of what it does; more powerful spells require the use of chants or phrases in order to activate them; only a brief list for now as you will gain more magic later on)
[spoiler=Stats:][i]*This is to show the basic combat parameters of your character. These stats will never change and your as your character capabilities increase over time, it will be proportional to these parameters. These stats DO NOT dictate whether another character/NPC is stronger than your's even if they have better stats. This is just to get an overview of your character's combat capabilities. Remember to delete this message and the stats explanations in your finalized app.*[/i]

?/5 Nature Energy (You should take into account: the maximum quantity of Nature Energy your character can hold in their body, the effectiveness of its usage, and the rate of regeneration or gathering from your surroundings)
?/5 Strength (You should take into account: actual physical strength or in other words how strong your character is, the fighting capability or how effectively can your character fight, and stamina which is how long can your character continue fighting)
?/5 Defense (You should take into account: physical defense or defense against weaponry, magical defense or defense against magic and Nature Energy-imbued attacks, durability which is how many attacks your character can take before being critically injured, and endurance which is your character's pain threshold)
?/5 Speed (You should take into account: physical speed or how fast your character actually is and flexibility which is how flexible/nimble/agile your character is which affects how well your character evades attacks)
?/5 Technique (You should take into account: special techniques and how powerful/effective they are, the same goes for magic, how effective is your character fighting style, and versatility is how creative your character is at utilizing/creating techniques)
?/5 Wisdom (You should take into account: how fast is your character at coming up with battle strategies and how effective they are, and adaptability which how fast/effective is your character at adjusting to changing conditions in battle)[/spoiler]

[b][u]Other Info[/u][/b]
(This is where you put information that does not fit into previous categories; this is entirely optional and you choose not to use it, delete this whole "Other Info" section in your app)

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[b][u]Personal Info[/u][/b]
Username:
Name:
Age:
Gender:
Date of Birth:
Blood Type:
Hobby(s):
Appearance:
Personality:
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[b][u]Combat Info[/u][/b]
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Secondary Weapon(s) & Equipment:
Ability(s):
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[spoiler=Stats:]?/5 Nature Energy
?/5 Strength
?/5 Defense
?/5 Speed
?/5 Technique
?/5 Wisdom[/spoiler]

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[i]"It seems cruel that we are forced to forget the things we want to remember but have to suffer remembering what we desire to forget..."[/i]

[b][u]Personal Info[/u][/b]
Username: 04723915
Name: Yudai (雄大 Lit. [i]Yudai[/i])
Age: 21
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: August 30
Blood Type: B
Hobby(s): Finding clues about his identity; Eating
[spoiler=Appearance:]Yudai stands at a height of 185 cm (6'01") and weighs 69 kg (152 lbs). Yudai is a young man of slightly pale skin, deep green eyes, and long black hair that reaches down to almost the middle of his back; he is also fairly toned in his physique. Yudai's most prominent feature however is the fact that he is missing his entire left arm for reasons unbeknownst to himself due to memory lost. Because of his missing limb, he wraps his entire left part of his body in bandages underneath his clothing. Yudai's attire consists of a plain, long-sleeved green tunic with white trim and the left sleeve tied into a knot, tan-colored trousers fitted into black, gold, and dark red-colored samurai boots, a brown and black-colored sash around his waist, and his most prominent clothing feature, a massive, beaver-colored hooded cloak worn to hide his missing arm but also to protect him against cold weather conditions. He also carries a white sash that is worn around his right shoulder to secure his massive sword to his back.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Personality:]Yudai can be summed up as a composed and quiet person. Though many may confused his non-talkative personality as either shyness or unfriendliness, the truth is actually far from it. Yudai doesn't mind having conversations with others nor does he mind explaining himself; he is also quite friendly and noble in the fact that he tends to help those in need if he has the capability to. Yudai is not passive either and will not shy away from a fight if the situation calls for it. He will, however, do all of those things in as much of a composed and level-headed manner as possible. Yudai is often hungry and when he does eat, he will eat a lot; consuming amounts of food that would be often fatal for normal human standards. His hunger can sometimes act on its own accord, forcing Yudai to order large amounts of food without having the proper amount of funds to pay for it afterwards and even sometimes, causing Yudai to take any food in sight without even realizing that he is stealing. Consequently, this often leads to him getting into trouble. Though he doesn't often display emotions such as anger or frustrations, he has the capability to especially when an innocent person or his friends are threatened. There are times when Yudai will display despair and hatefulness towards himself due to his memory lost, but that also becomes the drive that forces him to search for answers about himself. Deep down, Yudai wishes he could be the one to unify Kōdaina but sees himself as being unfit to do so. This causes him to almost immediately lend support to anyone he deems as being able to unify the continent.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Bio:]Due to his memory lost, Yudai is unable to remember such things as how he lost his arm, how he acquired his massive sword, or why the name "Yudai" is so important to him. Approximately on August 30, about two years before the present day, Yudai awoke within an expensively-adorned house with the left side of his body completely covered in bandages stained in blood - his blood. Immediately, Yudai felt the sharp pain at the spot of his missing left arm which caused his to yell out in pain. Suddenly, two female servants rushed into the room and saw that Yudai had fallen onto the floor to which they immediately helped him back onto bed despite resistance from Yudai. After the servants had restrained him with some weak spells, a young, finely-dressed woman around Yudai's age entered into the room. She introduced herself as daughter of the family who owns the residence. She then proceeded to explain to Yudai that she and her family had found Yudai unconscious with a huge boulder lying atop his crushed left arm. Her family had rescued him from certain death and has nursed him back to a safer condition after about a week of extensive care.

Yudai explained to her that he could not remember a single thing except for the name "Yudai" which constantly rang throughout his mind. The young woman mentioned that the name "Yudai" belonged to a hero emperor who was known to have united the continent of Kōdaina in the past. At the end of their conversation, the young woman suggested that he took up the name of "Yudai" as his own, at least until he could remember his real name to which he agreed and thanked the young woman for her kindness. Another month soon passed and now Yudai had become a servant of the young woman's household in order to repay her family for their generosity of taking care of him when he was closed to death. One day, Yudai discovered a massive sword while cleaning the room of the young woman's father for the first time. Almost instantaneously, Yudai recognized the sword as his own but he couldn't understand how he knew that. Once the master was home, Yudai asked him about the sword to which the master confessed to it belonging to Yudai. The master proceeded to give the weapon back if it meant it would help Yudai remember anything about himself. Unfortunately, Yudai could not remember a single thing except for what he had already remembered.

Yudai continued his work as a servant and during some evenings, Yudai would sneak out of the manor and practice sword fighting with his massive weapon. At first, lifting the sword proved to be impossible with the use of only one arm, and it was already extremely difficult to lift the sword even with two arms. However, as the days went by, as if by nature, Yudai was able to easily lift and maneuver the sword with ease much to the delight of the wealthy family that was taking care of him. During this same time, the young woman had gradually fallen in love with Yudai. Although at first Yudai could not reciprocate the same feelings, soon Yudai felt the same and the two began a secret romance. Almost a year had passed, and on the day that Yudai and his lover planned to reveal their relationship to the young woman's parents, tragedy struck. A small unit of soldiers from Shin'en had arrived in this town belonging to the soldier's rival country, Kokuyōseki, and they began to burn everything in sight; essentially attempting to capture the town due to a disagreement between the two country's government.

As the soldiers arrived at the manor, they began to burn away the build structures. The master, his daughter, and Yudai fought back the best they could but the master was overpowered and killed. Yudai defended his lover the best that he could but was overpowered as well. One soldier attempted to end Yudai's life but the young woman intervened, resulting in her own death. Going mad, Yudai attempted to kill every last one of the soldiers but was knocked down repeatedly as if he were part of some childish game. Before Yudai was killed, a large group of Kokuyōseki soldiers arrived and killed the Shin'en soldiers first. Understandably, Yudai was devastated by the loss of what he deemed to be his family. To cope with the lost, Yudai left the country in order to search for his origins in an attempt to bring purpose to his lonely existence. In his travels, Yudai was able to learn many things about Kōdaina, honed his swords skills, and even learn a thing or two about the sword he carries with him. Although he can never completely accomplish this, Yudai sought to forget about what happened to the family he had grown to love, and so he placed his attention towards discovering about his identity.

His next stop is a town in the country of Ryūjin, and so he has stopped in a town located in Fukai in order to hitch a ride to his desired location.[/spoiler]

[b][u]Combat Info[/u][/b]
Warrior Type: Swordsman
[spoiler=Primary Weapon(s):][IMG]http://img4.sankakustatic.com/wp-content/gallery/misc-images/dscf2782.jpg[/IMG]

Yudai's primary weapon is a greatsword of massive proportions. The sword itself is six feet in length, one foot wide, three inches deep, and weighing nearly half a ton. Even with the inhuman amount of weight, Yudai is able to use the sword with relative ease as if he were swinging a normal size sword. A single swing from the sword could potentially cause devastating effects to inexperienced warriors.[/spoiler]
Secondary Weapon(s) & Equipment: N/A
[spoiler=Ability(s):][b][u]Superhuman Strength[/u][/b]
Yudai seems to possess superhuman strength as he is able to easily wield such a massive weapon in combat. He is also capable of stopping weapons with one hand as well as larger moving objects. Besides arm strength, Yudai's superhuman strength also resides in his legs, allowing him to run faster and jump higher and farther than an average person.

[b][u]Enhanced Senses[/u][/b]
Yudai posses several enhanced senses including vision, hearing, and smelling. He is able to see significantly better than an average person in low light conditions which is useful skill in combat during nighttime or in dark areas. His hearing is enhanced greatly, however, he is only able to utilize his enhanced hearing with his eyes close, allowing his brain to focus more of it's power in his ears. His smelling is enhanced but by no means significantly.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Special Technique(s):][b][u]Nature Energy Augmentation[/u][/b]
This technique allows Yudai to concentrate Nature Energy into his sword with high enough levels of energy to be visible. Once his sword is augmented, a pale red aura can be seen enveloping the blade of the sword; the movement of the energy is reminiscent to flames. Augmenting his sword with Nature Energy allows the sword to become more powerful, faster, and as well as more durable. Yudai can only use this technique about ten times a week and only in short bursts of about five or so minutes.

[b][u]Dragon Slayer[/u][/b]
Yudai augments his sword with a huge amount of Nature Energy before leaping up into the air and descending onto his target(s) with his sword. Upon impact, the rapid release of Nature Energy causes a barrage or explosions or one giant explosion reminiscent of a fiery explosion but without any flames present in the aftermath. Still in its early state of use, Yudai cannot efficiently use this technique and thus can only use it once or twice every so often.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Magic:][b][u]Jinsei Armor[/u][/b]
A passive magic known by any respectable warrior, this magic concentrates Nature Energy and spreads the energy throughout a person's body, creating a kind of natural "armor" that increases a person's durability significantly and without the person needing to regulate the magic. It is unknown how a warrior acquires this magic but it seems to naturally happen once a warrior learns how to concentrate Nature Energy. Experienced warriors and mid-level Sages are able to regulate the dispersal of Nature Energy throughout their body, allowing them to increase the durability of certain body parts more significantly than the passive method.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Stats:][IMG]http://i812.photobucket.com/albums/zz46/wirespy/YudaiStatsChart_zpsa243270a.png[/IMG][/spoiler]

[b][u]Other Info[/u][/b]
• Yudai (雄大) can be translated as Japanese for "Great Hero".
• Due to his lack of money yet expensive eating habits, Yudai is often forced to work off his debt through manual labor.
• Yudai becomes somewhat shyer around big-breasted women.
• Yudai's favorite food is food.
• Whether it's his luck or lack of a good opponent, Yudai has yet to lose a fight.
• Yudai does not remember how to read or write.[/spoiler]

[spoiler=Accepted Apps][spoiler=Shradow/Kokoro Hanzō][img]http://i.imgur.com/DMeVG.jpg?1[/img]
[i]"The world is not beautiful, therefore it is."[/i]

[b][u]Personal Info[/u][/b]
Username: 21670391
Name: Kokoro Hanzō (family name Kokoro)
Age: 19
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: July 2nd
Blood Type: O
Hobbies:
• Ornithology
• Reading
[spoiler=Appearance]Kokoro is 5'8" and weighs 134 pounds. He is of a slim build. His skin is tanned and his hair bleached white from the desert sun of his home. He wears the white ceremonial robes that is tradition for magic users of his village. They are adorned with magical charms that help with small things like keeping the clothes clean and providing energy for minute magical tasks. They also protect against the desert sun, though since leaving the desert Kokoro has chosen not to wear anything else regardless. He carries his halberd strapped to his back, easily adhered because of his robes' magical properties. His most striking features are his piercing red eyes, the irises' color changed by his magical upbringing. They have been described as being able to see into one's soul, though in Kokoro's case it could be literal.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Personality]Kokoro is of the quiet sort, speaking mostly in beige prose. (Brief descriptions. Simple sentence structure. Plain words. Few figures of speech.) However that does not mean he is unsociable, merely brief. He's slow to trust and make friends, but when he does he is very protective and friendly. Due to being cut off from most society in his small village, many things are new sights to him, and he revels in making new experiences. He is usually calm and collected, with the patience of a saint and a good sense of detail. Should he get drunk, though, he turns quite boisterous and is not afraid to show off his halberd through wide, spectacular swings that have caused the occasional broken furniture item, and even the loss of a house pet once.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Bio:]Kokoro was born in a small desert village. Ever since he was little, Kokoro received strange dreams of events and places, even if they had not yet happened or he had never seen them before. However, there was one dream that came to him often: a shining figure rising from a lake of blood. Even in his small village, cut off from most society, his people knew of the legend of Yudai Kamiyama, and that's surely what his dream represented. However, it was always followed by another: countrysides from various lands bathed in flame and blood, overshadowed by 7 figures, of who Kokoro knew not.

Growing up he would often see things that others couldn't: ghostly figures in the sands, something eerie in the darkness of night. This was the first thing that set him apart from others in a way, even his own kin. Along with his premonitions, he was a very magical person. They were rare in his village but not unheard of. He was trained by the elder of the village, who lived during a time where many magic users and warriors had lived and died. He used his magic, skills, and visions of the future to keep his village safe from harm, though they remained as cut off from society as ever out in the harsh desert sands.

On his 18th birthday Kokoro fell into one of his involuntary trances for the first time, and while what he saw was of great importance, he could remember little of it. The only thing he remembered were the birds. "Whenever people see birds flying through the sky, it is said that they get the urge to go on a journey." The saying of his village rung true, and Kokoro set out into the desert, to where he did not know.

Using his magic to survive, he traveled for a whole year before happening upon the town known as Fukai...[/spoiler]

[b][u]Combat Info[/u][/b]
Warrior Type: Other - Battle Sage
[spoiler=Primary Weapons]Magic (see Magic spoiler)

[img]http://i.imgur.com/FNyO4.png[/img]
Kokoro also wields a halberd when his magic does not suffice, or in accordance with it. It stands at a total of 7 feet, with the blade covering a two foot length from the top of the crescent to the tips of its ends. Unlike a traditional halberd, it has a single large crescent-shaped blade, with no hook for grappling. It has a crossguard-like piece shortly beneath the blade. Counter balances rest at the bottom end of the pole due to the larger than normal blade. The pole is made from metal as well, increasing the weight to about 10 pounds.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Abilities][u][b]Prophecies[/b][/u]
Kokoro is a seer, with natural ability since birth. Prophecies and sometimes important images can come to him, usually during his sleep, though he can manually meditate to try and piece things together himself. During times of need, it is possible for Kokoro to fall into a trance while awake, during which he learns things of great importance, but this leaves him vulnerable.

[u][b]Mental Acuity[/b][/u]
In the way Kokoro can glean information through his prophecies, he is able to glean thoughts from others via telepathy, though he must have familiarities with someone for it to work, and only within a certain range. Inversely he can seal his mind from the outside world and achieve great concentration. He can also immunize his mind (not his body) to temperature, hunger, and tiredness to a certain degree, but he chooses to remain open to pain.

[u][b]Mediumship[/b][/u]
Kokoro can see and speak to ghosts and other ethereal beings, though as of yet he has no way of physically affecting them.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Special Techniques][b][u]Nature Energy Manipulation[/u][/b]
This technique allows Kokoro to concentrate Nature Energy into his halberd. Doing so allows him to wield it with ease by making it weightless in his possession. He does this passively, keeping his halberd the weight of a feather even in his sleep. Kokoro has placed wards of sorts onto his halberd so that no others can use it as a nexus for their own Nature Energy.

[u][b]Ghost Blade[/b][/u]
Kokoro can manipulate the wind into controlling his halberd separately from him, as if there were a second warrior on the battlefield.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Magic][u][b]Elemental Affinity[/b][/u]
Kokoro can manipulate the elements, though his skill is limited. He cannot create nor summon, merely change what already exists, and using this magic tires him through much usage.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Stats][IMG]http://i812.photobucket.com/albums/zz46/wirespy/HanzoStatsChart_zpsf873c214.png[/IMG][/spoiler]

[b][u]Other Info[/u][/b]
• He goes by his family name, Kokoro, which means "heart".
• His favorite kinds of birds are finches.
• He can read well, but not write.
• He doesn't drink regularly, but he can hold is liquor quite well and his drunken stupors last for extended periods of time. Strangely he does not suffer from hangovers.
• Despite his travels, he has a poor sense of direction when it comes to more confined areas such as forests and cities.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Hotaru987/Mori Chisana][img]http://www.all-hd-wallpapers.com/wallpapers/anime/mici/395214.jpg[/img]
[i]"Everything is so much bigger than in my home town....Huh....My wallet's gone...."[/i]

[b][u]Personal Info[/u][/b]
Username: 920321894
Name: [b]Chisana, Mori[/b]
Age: 20
Gender: Female
Date of Birth: April 18th
Blood Type: AB
Hobby(s): Plants, sleeping in trees, Shogi
[spoiler=Appearance:] Around average height of 5'4, and weighing in at 137 lbs. The only thing unique about her would her her unnatural green hair and eyes. Her hair isn't very long, only stopping to just below her shoulders, but she doesn't like it in heR face so it's always pulled up some kind of way. Seeing as she didn't come from money, her outfit is rather plain. Consisting of black trousers, worn and tattered brown boots, and a green shirt that's tucked neatly into her trousers. Her sword is hooked on her right hip, with her money pouch on her left. The only accessory she wears is the pendent given to her when she was 10.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Personality:] If there was one word to describe Mori it would be "eccentric". Despite being 20 years old she has a very naive way of seeing the world. Having been in her small town for all her life she isn't really well versed on how the world works, and how ruthless it can really be. Due to never being out of her town, she doesn't know much about anything and as such she is curious. Always having a question, and doesn't see anything wrong with voicing her thoughts. That in it self probably causes half of the trouble she finds herself in. Very friendly and helpful, probably too much so as she is almost always taken advantage of and as a result never has money. Either from her getting pick pocketed, giving it away or by getting some crappy deal on an item. Perhaps it's something to due with her strange birth, but she has the tendency to talk to trees more that she does people. That alone gets her strange looks. Mori is quick to judge, usually being wrong and then scrambling to making things right. Surprisingly stubborn when she wants to be, but easy to get along with. Another oddity is that she is oblivious to the opposite sex. She could be walking right into the trap of an dubious intent man and wouldn't suspect a thing. Mori doesn't see anything wrong with bathing with the opposite sex, so sharing the same bed is also fine with her. All in all, Mori is definitely not your average Feudal Era girl.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Bio:] What is there to say about Mori? That she had a terrible life? That she was born in poverty and had to fight every single day of her life [i]just [/i]to survive until the next day? That by the time she was 6 she had already committed murder in order to protect herself? Well, that would make for a very good story wouldn't it.While Mori's story isn't as thrill filled and adventurous as above it is an interesting story none the less. To put it simply everything about this girl is, well, strange. Even Mori's birth is strange as in no one was around to witness it.

The town that Mori was eventually raised in is extremely small, located in Kogane nation. A place where everyone knew everyone, and it was hard to keep a secret in that town. A relatively peaceful town that was graced with travelers from time to time. Surrounded by lush forests and supple land where beautiful and delicious harvest grew. It was in this town that an old couple lived with their grandson whom they had raised from birth. The grandson's, Kiron Chisana, parents had died when he was very young so he doesn't remember them. This young man had dreams and aspirations of becoming the greatest swordsman in the entire world. He wanted to help the land become the peaceful place it once was back in Yodai's time. Eventually this young boy grew into a man and set off for his travels at 16 years old sword in hand. Years later he would return home, now 23, and with much more worldly knowledge than he left with. He couldn't believe how much he had learned from his travels and was eager to resume them. His grandparents were thrilled to have him back and planned to make a large feast for him, however they needed a few more ingredients from the harvest grounds. Being the ever thoughtful grandchild was, he offered to gather the supplies. Figuring he would get there fast by cutting through the forest he did so, but half way there he felt an eerie feeling in the deep forest. It wasn't anything bad, but it just felt strange.

Following this feeling he came upon a surreal sight. Laying underneath an old, and large tree was a baby laying bare on the ground with nothing to clothe it. The child had dark hair resting atop it's head, and it's eyes were closed. Upon closer inspection the child wasn't even breathing. That, however, wasn't the surreal part. Before his eyes a tree dwelling Yōkai emerged from the trunk of the great tree, made of a green mist that seemed to hold no definite shape. The mist circled around the child for a moment, before entering through the child's mouth and nose. Suddenly the dark hair faded to green, the child's eye's opened showing bright green eyes and a wild cry ripped from the child's mouth. That cry shocked him into reality and he rushed forward, covering the child and returning home. There he retold the story of what he saw to his grandparents, and with no explanation and no way to know who the child belonged too they decided to keep the child and name her Mori Chisana. Deciding to stay behind to help raise Mori, Kiron remained home for another 10 years.

So Mori grew up, is an average life with her two Grandparents and her Father. A very simple life of helping the small town, and playing with the other children. She had little worries and her world was pretty much that small town. Everything outside of that seemed like nothing but a distant dream. Though, as she grew up it was clear that she was...Well...Different. For one, whenever she couldn't be found she was always in the forest and the tree that she was found at - which now only stood a withered and dead tree. Always talking and laughing to herself while there as if having a conversation. She never got sick, not even a slight sniffle of the nose. Though she played with other kids it wasn't hard to see the slight rift between them. Mori just never seemed to completely fit in, but that didn't stop her from trying. Never failing to smile and always willing to help anyone who asked. She was friendly to everyone, even the random travelers that came too and from.

Mori was also very close to her father. Perhaps it was because he was the one who found her all those years ago. Other than hiding out in the forest, Mori was always following behind Kiron just like a shadow. If Kiron was there, then more than likely Mori wasn't far behind. Mori just felt the safest whenever they were together, and she could never fall asleep unless he was in the room with her. One of her favorite pass times was watching her father practice with his sword. So it came as a real shock to her when Kiron decided to resume his travels. Mori, now 10 years old, didn't want him to leave and begged him to stay or take her with him. Sadly he did neither, only giving her a blue, teardrop shaped pendant as a parting gift. Telling her that if she ever had any troubles falling asleep look at the pendant and he was always there. With those parting words he left, never to he seen again. Letters came monthly, saying he was alright and where his next stop would be as to receive the next letters.

Suddenly the letters stopped, and nothing was received from Kiron for almost a half year when finally there was a knock on the door. It was Izoro, a traveling swordsman often talked about in Kiron's letters, coming to bear news that Mori never wanted to hear. Apparently they had been traveling companions for a while, and Izoro felt obligated to deliver the news. 6 moths ago Kiron had died at the hand of a one armed swordsman. Hearing the news Mori, now 17, was devastated. She couldn't believe it, how could her father be dead? He was the greatest person she ever knew, who would want him gone? In a daze she took the few belongings Izoro returned - clothes, money(they let Izoro have that), and sword - and left to her room. That night she fled to the forest to seek comfort in the trees, which she did remaining there for the whole night.

The next day she asked Izoro about this one armed man, and vowed that she would find him and take revenge for her father. So taking her father's blade she began practicing on her own, using what she remembered from watching him practice. Izoro wished her luck, and left the same morning without another word. 3 years later, at 20 years of age she is finally about to set out from her home town for the first time in hopes of avenging her father.[/spoiler]

[b][u]Combat Info[/u][/b]
Warrior Type: Swordsman
[spoiler=Primary Weapon(s):][img]http://www.japanese-samurai-swords.net/store/images/T/japanese-swords-samurai-swords-bushido-fuji-katana.jpg[/img][/spoiler]
Secondary Weapon(s) & Equipment: N/A
[spoiler=Ability(s):][b][u]Regeneration[/u][/b]
Nothing special really, due to her having more Nature Energy in her she heals twice as fast as others. So something that would take 2 weeks would only take 1 to heal.

[b][u]Dual-Wield[/u][/b]
Due to Mori being ambidextrous she has the capability of using dual-wield, however she is more proficient at using one blade. So if she does every dual wield, then she is willingly giving the opponent a handicap.

[b][u]Quick Switch[/u][/b]
Mori's main fighting style in which she will alternate her blade between both of her hands, causing confusion with the opponent. A style her father came up with.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Special Technique(s):][b][u]Nature Song[/u][/b]
Plucks her sword with her finger, causing the blade to glow a faint green and began to vibrate. A sound wave then ripples outward from the blade causing all those within hearing range to become sluggish, confused and disoriented. When Mori's blade clashes with another, the sound is momentarily amplified. Sadly she can only use this for 1 minute.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Magic:]As a result of Mori's abnormal "birth" she has a bit more Nature Energy inside of her than most people. However, she is quite inexperienced with her magic often failing to do the most simplest task of just concentrating her Nature Energy to one point. It takes a lot of concentration to just do that. Mori is still learning how to accomplish utilizing her Nature Energy. Though it is easier for her to use it when channeling it through a mediator(i.e her sword)[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Stats][IMG]http://i812.photobucket.com/albums/zz46/wirespy/MoriStatsChart_zpscdb6ed66.png[/IMG][/spoiler]

[b][u]Other Info[/u][/b]
[i]-Chisana[/i](地佐奈 lit. Small, tiny), [i]Mori[/i](森 lit. Tree, forest)
-Seems to really enjoy Shogi
-Always knows where water is
-Ambidextrous[/spoiler]
[spoiler=finiteGunslinger/Takeo Kimura][b][u]Personal Info[/u][/b]
Username: [b]029[/b]12345
Name: Takeo Kimura
Age: 19
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: February 6th
Blood Type: O
Hobby(s): Hunting, paying respect to the dead, training, becoming a man.
[spoiler=Appearance][IMG]http://i812.photobucket.com/albums/zz46/wirespy/Anime_male_redhead-2_zps826b5952.jpg[/IMG]
Takeo stands at approximately six feet tall. Since starting his quest Takeo has taken up to putting on an angry facade. When by himself he will have a more peaceful look and demeanor. Instead of the clothing in the picture he wears lightweight clothing that have obviously been made from animal hide. They manage to give him decent protection while still granting him great maneuverability.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Personality]Takeo is a fairly pacifistic person. He prefers to avoid any sort of bloodshed whatsoever unless of course it’s necessary like when hunting for food or for self-defense. He’s infamous in his clan for being a very kind, formal, and respectful young man, traits that are actually very rare for his clan even amongst its leaders. Like his clan though he tends to be very frugal and maintain their love for the hunt. Ever since starting his quest to become a man he has decided to act more like the heads of his clan which would be pretending to be more violent and spiel a bunch of profanity. Of course he has problems of his own doing this. Occasionally his real personality will leak out on impulse and even more likely he’ll hesitate to say something vulgar but his most rare thing is to actually act aggressively.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Bio]Takeo is the first son to the head of the Kimura clan; a clan that has made its home mostly in the trees of a large forest and well known for their excellent marksmanship, hunting skills, and frugality. Takeo is of course no exception to any of this. His clan is a fairly basic, poor, and small one seeing as how they rely on hunting to make a living but they live the way they want to with everything they have. Another thing his clan heavily stresses is the importance of being a “man.” For this reason they always send the next heir of the clan on a journey of self discovery and to become a “true man.” With nothing but the clothes on his back and a few weapons he set out on his journey to become a man or risk never again being permitted to return.[/spoiler]

[u][b]Combat Info[/b][/u]
Warrior Type: Hunter
[spoiler=Primary Weapon: Bow And Arrow][img]http://images.buycostumes.com/mgen/merchandiser/75014.jpg?zm=1600,1600,1,0,0[/img]
A bow that’s been in the possession of Takeo’s family for many generations. It’s said that it was soaked in the blood of their clan’s founder and became enhanced with the large amount of natural energy that he still held in his body after his death. It’s not known whether or not that rumor is true but it does explain the bow’s amazing resilience while still managing to be flexible.[/spoiler]
[Spoiler=Secondary Weapon: Wakizashi][img]http://images.solidcactus.com/swblades/wabashsa.jpg[/img]
A wakizashi Takeo may be forced to use in close combat. It’s more of a last resort weapon right in case he’s actually forced into close range combat. He’s fairly adept at the usage of it but in a fight with a strong opponent he’ll stand no chance if he’s relying solely on this. He’ll tend to hold it in reverse so that he can still use his index and middle finger to fire arrows even though he’s holding this weapon.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Abilities][u]Enhanced Senses-[/u] Takeo has all five of his senses that have greatly excelled past the limitations of normal humans through many generations of his family hunting and his own rigorous training.

[u]Enhanced Speed-[/u] Another incredibly useful ability on the hunt is his clan’s far above average speed said to be able to compete with any animal or even monster found in the they dangerous forest they take residence in.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Special Techniques][u]Naturalized Arrowheads-[/u] He’s able to very quickly cover his arrowheads with a small layer of natural energy. Once covered the penetration power of the arrows greatly increase along with the aerodynamics of the arrow so its speed along with the distance the arrow can travel increases.

[u]Air Shot-[/u] A simple sounding yet still surprisingly difficult shot to make. It’s basically shooting an arrow up into the arrow in order to have it drop down on a predetermined location. It’s an excellent way to fire an arrow from behind cover when pinned down by opposing fire, just trying to avoid being discovered yet still needing to break apart at the enemy opposition, or when firing at an enemy that is behind cover. It was a technique in hunting to not get out of your hiding spot yet still take out an animal so it wouldn't notice you and run off.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Magic][u]Jinsei Armor-[/u] A passive magic known by any respectable warrior, this magic concentrates Nature Energy and spreads the energy throughout a person's body, creating a kind of natural "armor" that increases a person's durability significantly and without the person needing to regulate the magic. It is unknown how a warrior acquires this magic but it seems to naturally happen once a warrior learns how to concentrate Nature Energy. Experienced warriors and mid-level Sages are able to regulate the dispersal of Nature Energy throughout their body, allowing them to increase the durability of certain body parts more significantly than the passive method.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Stats][IMG]http://i812.photobucket.com/albums/zz46/wirespy/TakeoStatsChart_zps6027f18e.png[/IMG][/spoiler]

[b][u]Other Info[/u][/b]
-He can cook. It’s an important skill to know in his clan.
-He doesn't know how to read or write. It never seemed like an important skill to his clan.
-Takeo makes his own arrows. The shaft is of course made with wood but the arrowhead is made out of whatever. Most commonly out of the bone of animals he has hunted and killed.[/spoiler][/spoiler]

[spoiler=Characters][b][u]Protagonists[/u][/b]
Yudai
Mori Chisana
Takeo Kimura
Kokoro Hanzō

[b][u]Antagonists[/u][/b]

[b][u]Other[/u][/b]
Mei[/spoiler]

[spoiler=Major Battles][b][u]Yudai[/u][/b]
Yudai VS Oni - CURRENT

[b][u]Mori[/u][/b]
Mori VS Jinsei - CURRENT

[b][u]Takeo[/u][/b]
Takeo VS Yoshida - CURRENT

[b][u]Kokoro[/u][/b]
Kokoro VS Oni - CURRENT

[b][u]Other[/u][/b][/spoiler]

[center][i]*Note: Season 1 Spoiler is located on my 2nd OOC Post*[/i][/center]

[Astolfo]

Count me in!
EDIT: But you let Odiad die. :c

[.:Blu:.]

[spoiler=Season 1][b][u]Arc 1 - Introduction Arc (Chapter 1-)[/u][/b]
[u]Season 1 Info[/u]
[b]Volume 1 Cover Character(s): Yudai (Chapters 1-)[/b]
[spoiler=S.1 Opening Theme: Tsubasa (Wings) by Heidi.][url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cy81Ks_gRlg]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cy81Ks_gRlg[/url]

Opening Lyrics: [url=http://neyomi.wordpress.com/2009/08/23/heidi-tsubasa/]http://neyomi.wordpress.com/2009/08/23/heidi-tsubasa/[/url][/spoiler]
[spoiler=S.1 Ending Theme: Chiisana Mahō (Little Magic) by Stereopony][url=http://vimeo.com/53201368]http://vimeo.com/53201368[/url]

Ending Lyrics: [url=http://www.jpopasia.com/lyrics/40189/stereopony/chiisana-mahou.html]http://www.jpopasia.com/lyrics/40189/stereopony/chiisana-mahou.html[/url][/spoiler]
[spoiler=Season 1 Chapters][spoiler=Chapter 1: The Return of a Hero]A traveling swordsman named Yudai arrives at the Fukai town of Obatoshi in order to seek out a carriage that would take him to the nation of Ryujin. There, he encounters a young woman named Mori, who believes Yudai is the man who killed her father, and Kokoro, who accidentally gets caught up in between the two. Soon, the three travelers will find themselves working together to help the desperate people of the town. Meanwhile, Takeo, a young man from the Kimura clan, continues his pilgrimage to become a man when he is suddenly dragged into helping a young woman to rescue a convoy of slaves.

Link to Chapter 1: [url=http://forum.yugiohcardmaker.net/topic/294624-siii-seven-swords-saga-ic-started-not-accepting/#entry6098880]http://forum.yugiohcardmaker.net/topic/294624-siii-seven-swords-saga-ic-started-not-accepting/#entry6098880[/url][/spoiler][/spoiler][/spoiler]

[Astolfo]

Not trying to offend you or such, but not one of your RPs I have seen have became finished. xD
But the new ideas and all are great.

[.:Blu:.]

Offended! ... I'm doing my best you ass >.> Anyways, it's break time so no school means more time for RP. Hopefully, I can deliver with this one.

[Crystal Remnants]

Oooooh, now THIS looks interesting. I'm definitely going to write-up an app immediately (just have to finish my AP Chemistry homework first). Hopefully all the spots won't have been filled before I can finish.

[.:Blu:.]

Don't worry about spots being filled up. Just take your time to make a good app that you think can get a spot in here ^^

[Aix]

Wait, so there IS magic and stuff right?

[.:Blu:.]

Yes there is, if you want to make a Sage-type character, you are free to do so. You're not just limited to being a Swordsman.

[Shradow]

I'll have my app in a bit, but I've got a question. How does Yudai's sword weigh nearly half a ton? Even Cloud's Buster Sword from Final Fantasy, which is of comparable size, has been calculated to be 60 pounds at most (less if made from something lighter than steel). Even my character's halberd of 10 pounds which he wields is a stretch, with real ones being an upper of 6 and a half pounds.

[.:Blu:.]

That information will later be revealed in the RP. And remember, Yudai has superhuman strength. In the realm of anime/manga, that isn't too much of a stretch xP

[Super Chaos Sonic]

Placing a reserve, if I may.

I'm determined to actually RP with you, Blu!

[.:Blu:.]

No reserves Chaos cause basically they aren't necessary lol I'll wait until all apps have been posted before choosing the ones I feel best suit the RP. Just take your time in making a good app.

And thanks ^^

[Super Chaos Sonic]

Well expect it tomorrow, cause I'm going to bed and I only started with the petty name and whatnot XD

[Kakashi Hatake]

Huh, good to see you back on the scene. I'ma see about makin' an app.

[Crystal Remnants]

Soooo I'm feeling [i]pretty[/i] sick right now after staying up to finish my homework. I'll probably stay home tomorrow and do it then.

[Kakashi Hatake]

Blu, Desu apparently wanted me to let you know that he'll be checkin' this out on Friday. :I

Also, I've got a question. In what way does our characters fit in? I mean, are they whoever we want to make them or do they have to have any special relations?

[Enrise]

I return to YCM, I see this. I'm joining.

[img]http://i526.photobucket.com/albums/cc342/Exodius13/Samuraiavi.jpg[/img]
[i]"Hey, you there. Care to dance to the melodies of your death?"[/i]

[b][u]Personal Info[/u][/b]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Username: 29001565[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Name: Ryuu Nagakan ([/size][/font][/color]竜 [color=#000000][font=verdana, arial, sans-serif, geneva][size=3]永[/size][/font][/color][font=verdana, arial, sans-serif, geneva][color=#000000][size=3]神 [/size][/color][/font][i][font=verdana, arial, sans-serif, geneva][color=#000000][size=3]Lit. Dragon spirit-eternal deity)[/size][/color][/font][/i]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Age: 25[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Gender: Male[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Date of Birth: January 1[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Blood Type: O[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Hobby(s):[/size][/font][/color][list]
[*][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Lounging around, observing others or nature[/size][/font][/color]
[*][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Create art and play music, occasionally dance with the music[/size][/font][/color]
[*][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Sharpen swords, clean, customize and make, etc.[/size][/font][/color]
[*][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Read, learn, seek knowledge[/size][/font][/color]
[/list]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][spoiler=Appearance:][/size][/font][/color][img]http://i526.photobucket.com/albums/cc342/Exodius13/_Samurai__by_dadoundy.jpg[/img][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][/spoiler][/size][/font][/color]
[font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#5a5a5a][size=3][spoiler=Personality:]Usually quite active in a social life, Ryu tends to go to public places, markets, parties, etc., mainly for the sake of public company that keeps him happy. However, he also likes to be in a passive state in society, to recuperate and meditate (or be at peace while reading). Ryu doesn't really tend to have an angered state, but however it's really easy to set off, mostly sparked by someone's innate stupidity or constant annoyance. Other times it's criminal acts. When in a fight, he doesn't really feel the absolute need to participate in most fights, so he's usually in an angered state as well.[/spoiler][/size][/color][/font]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][spoiler=Bio:][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Ryu was first conceived by his parents when they were fresh into their adult life, arranged by marriage. Ironically enough however, the two did love each other, but kept it secret from their parents. When they were married, Ryu's birth would be set in motion, planned even, before Ryu was birthed. By arranged marriage of his parents, Ryu was of noble descent. At first, when he was very young, it didn't really bother Ryu so much. He had the fun servants to play with; there were also the local noble children also to play with (albeit, they're not so important). Occasionally, his parents would play a game or two with him as well. While at the age however, Ryu didn't know that his father planned Ryu's future before he was born.[/size][/font][/color]

[font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#5a5a5a][size=3]When Ryu started to hit his pubescent years, the conflict in the outside world became more apparent, and it had an affect on the family. Ryu's father would begin to stray from his family, his mother would become almost transparent in her personality, depressed even. The servants didn't have time to spend with him, and were off running errands for their master. The local noble peers Ryu shared were separated from the conflicts. Ryu's household managed to stay out of it so far, but there was no telling what would happen. Sooner or later, he would have to do something.[/size][/color][/font]

[font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#5a5a5a][size=3]A few years later, Ryu at the age of around 15, and was out in the public market place when he saw an old man about to be mugged. Not paying much attention to the old man, but rather the men who were attempting to rob him, Ryu quickly went to the scene to try and fight them off. Much to the old man's surprise, he didn't expect Ryu to try and protect him, nonetheless someone of noble lineage. However, nonetheless, Ryu was beaten fairly easily by them, and told the old man to run. The old man amazingly laughed at the situation, and drew The Black Dragon blade from his garments, and demanded the men to face him. Taunted fairly easily by the old man, they all charged after him; they all died.[/size][/color][/font]

[font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#5a5a5a][size=3]Much to Ryu's surprising look, he didn't expect the old man beat them; much less, the old man helped tend to the wounds Ryu obtained from these men. The old man was apparently a highly skilled swordsman, who never wanted to use his blade against them, but saw that there was still hope in the world. After treating Ryu's wounds, the old man offered to be Ryu's master. Eagerly, Ryu accepted, not knowing what awaited him.[/size][/color][/font]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]It was around the age of 17 where Ryu was at a decent level of swordplay, and also had a growing aspiration for the Sage class. He was told that it would be difficult to be both a Sage and Swordsman, but possible. From this possibility, Ryu started looking into Sage spells, looking how to start his Sage training. However, it was also around the time where his master would soon pass away from illness and old age. Months passed, and it was his master's time. He told Ryu that he should never give up on his dreams, and to always practice his swordplay. And to always appreciate life. The parting gift was The Black Dragon blade Ryu has equipped. Several months have passed since the death of his master, but he tried to fulfill his master's wishes to the extent he could at the time. But soon came the time of his coming of age. When it was the day he turned 18, a grand birthday party was held for him, hosted by his father. Many of the surrounding nobles attended, and wished him luck in the year. After the party came to a close, his father called to him to meet him in private in the main hall. It was here that the final present to Ryu was given: The Winter Solstice blade. When his father gave him the blade, he expected great things to come from his son. From the moment he passed on the blade to Ryu, he said these words: "[/size][/font][/color][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]When it's time, a blizzard will come. Even in The Summer Solstice."[/size][/font][/color]

[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]When the day came for Ryu to leave his home and travel on his own, he did so willingly and under the reluctance of his parents. His mother grieved, his father... disappointed. Although his parents may feel these emotions, he told his parents that he'll be back to visit them in due time, but that he must venture to the world and learn more than what books can teach.[/size][/font][/color][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][/spoiler][/size][/font][/color]




[b][u]Combat Info[/u][/b]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Warrior Type: Swordsman w/ an aspiration to become a Sage[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][spoiler=Primary Weapon(s):]Dual Wield[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][spoiler=Weapon 1 - The Black Dragon][/size][/font][/color]
[img]http://i526.photobucket.com/albums/cc342/Exodius13/Decorated%20images/dragon_engraved_katana_sword_black_blade_zpsac834dcc.jpg[/img]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][u]The Black Dragon[/u][/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]A more sentimental blade, it still has been through the thick of battles like any other blade, and still stood strong. This blade was given to Ryu - it was also his first blade - by his master as a parting gift before his death. Since the death of his master, he used this blade in all of his battles. The sword overall is 39 in. while the blade is 27 1/2 in long.[/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color]
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[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][spoiler=Weapon 2 - The Winter Solstice][/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color]
[img]http://i526.photobucket.com/albums/cc342/Exodius13/Decorated%20images/TS-WHSLVK2_zps55fda635.jpg[/img]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][u]The Winter Solstice[/u][/size][/font][/color][/size][/font][/color]
[font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#5a5a5a][size=3]The Winter Solstice was the blade that was given to him by his father when Ryu came of age. When given this blade, Ryu's father told him "When it's time, a blizzard will come. Even in The Summer Solstice." Ryu didn't understand the meaning of his father's words, but remembered them. This was his second blade, and uses it with his Black Dragon blade. The blade is approx. the same size as his Black Dragon.[/size][/color][/font]
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[color=#5A5A5A][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Secondary Weapon(s) & Equipment: N/A[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][spoiler=Ability(s):][/size][/font][/color][/color][list]
[*][color=#5A5A5A][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Shadow Step - A quick, unseen step that is invisible to the naked untrained eye.[/size][/font][/color][/color]
[*][color=#5A5A5A][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Metal Limbs - Energy is conducted into his limbs to increase their durability significantly. This technique can also be used to solidify his joints so they can't move.[/size][/font][/color][/color]
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[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][spoiler=Special Technique(s):][/size][/font][/color][list]
[*][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Dance of the Swords - A technique that utilizes Shadow Step to a larger extent, the caster almost appears to have copies of himself. While Shadow Step is being used to make the copies, the caster attacks the opponent (inevitably so do the copies).[/size][/font][/color]
[*][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Wu Xing Blade Technique - Fire 1 - A technique that shrouds the flames in a fire, and when struck on the opponents skin, leaves a flame for a few seconds.[/size][/font][/color]
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[*][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Wu Xing - Heal - A standard healing spell[/size][/font][/color]
[*][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Jinsei Armor[/size][/font][/color]
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[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][spoiler=Stats][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]2/5 Nature Energy[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]5/5 Strength[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]5/5 Defense[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]4/5 Speed[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]4/5 Technique[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]1/5 Wisdom[/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3][/spoiler][/size][/font][/color]
[color=#5A5A5A][b][u]Other Info[/u][/b][/color][list]
[*][color=#5A5A5A][font=tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Voiced by Crispin Freeman[/size][/font][/color]
[*][font="tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"][color="#5a5a5a"][size=3]Name's meaning could be defined as: "Eternal Dragon Spirit," "Eternal Dragon God," "Eternal Spirit of the Dragon God," "Dragon God's Spirit," or "Spirit of the Eternal Dragon" (names vary, but portray a Dragon as a Deity, whose Spirit is Eternal; the true meaning of the name can be debated)[/size][/color][/font]
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[.:Blu:.]

Kaka, Desu? Yayz! ＼(^∇^＼) And yeah, you basically have the freedom to design your character as whatever. I'll figure out a way to incorporate them into the main story (that is if you're accepted).

Looking good so far Enrise ^^

[Shradow]

[img]http://i.imgur.com/DMeVG.jpg?1[/img]
[i]"The world is not beautiful, therefore it is."[/i]

[b][u]Personal Info[/u][/b]
Username: 21670391
Name: Kokoro Hanzō (family name Kokoro)
Age: 19
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: July 2nd
Blood Type: O
Hobbies:
• Ornothology
• Reading
[spoiler=Appearance]Kokoro is 5'8" and weighs 134 pounds. He is of a slim build. His skin is tanned and his hair bleached white from the desert sun of his home. He wears the white ceremonial robes that is tradition for magic users of his village. They are adorned with magical charms that help with small things like keeping the clothes clean and providing energy for minute magical tasks. They also protect against the desert sun, though since leaving the desert Kokoro has chosen not to wear anything else regardless. He carries his halberd strapped to his back, easily adhered because of his robes' magical properties. His most striking features are his piercing red eyes, the irises' color changed by his magical upbringing. They have been described as being able to see into one's soul, though in Kokoro's case it could be literal.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Personality]Kokoro is of the quiet sort, speaking mostly in beige prose. (Brief descriptions. Simple sentence structure. Plain words. Few figures of speech.) However that does not mean he is unsociable, merely brief. He's slow to trust and make friends, but when he does he is very protective and friendly. Due to being cut off from most society in his small village, many things are new sights to him, and he revels in making new experiences. He is usually calm and collected, with the patience of a saint and a good sense of detail. Should he get drunk, though, he turns quite boisterous and is not afraid to show off his halberd through wide, spectacular swings that have caused the occasional broken furniture item, and even the loss of a house pet once.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Bio:]Kokoro was born in a small desert village. Ever since he was little, Kokoro received strange dreams of events and places, even if they had not yet happened or he had never seen them before. However, there was one dream that came to him often: a shining figure rising from a lake of blood. Even in his small village, cut off from most society, his people knew of the legend of Yudai Kamiyama, and that's surely what his dream represented. However, it was always followed by another: countrysides from various lands bathed in flame and blood, overshadowed by 7 figures, of who Kokoro knew not.

Growing up he would often see things that others couldn't: ghostly figures in the sands, something eerie in the darkness of night. This was the first thing that set him apart from others in a way, even his own kin. Along with his premonitions, he was a very magical person. They were rare in his village but not unheard of. He was trained by the elder of the village, who lived during a time where many magic users and warriors had lived and died. He used his magic, skills, and visions of the future to keep his village safe from harm, though they remained as cut off from society as ever out in the harsh desert sands.

On his 18th birthday Kokoro fell into one of his involuntary trances for the first time, and while what he saw was of great importance, he could remember little of it. The only thing he remembered were the birds. "Whenever people see birds flying through the sky, it is said that they get the urge to go on a journey." The saying of his village rung true, and Kokoro set out into the desert, to where he did not know.

Using his magic to survive, he traveled for a whole year before happening upon the town known as Fukai...[/spoiler]

[b][u]Combat Info[/u][/b]
Warrior Type: Other - Battle Sage
[spoiler=Primary Weapons]Magic (see Magic spoiler)

[img]http://i.imgur.com/FNyO4.png[/img]
Kokoro also wields a halberd when his magic does not suffice, or in accordance with it. It stands at a total of 7 feet, with the blade covering a two foot length from the top of the crescent to the tips of its ends. Unlike a traditional halberd, it has a single large crescent-shaped blade, with no hook for grappling. It has a crossguard-like piece shortly beneath the blade. Counter balances rest at the bottom end of the pole due to the larger than normal blade. The pole is made from metal as well, increasing the weight to about 10 pounds.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Abilities][u][b]Prophecies[/b][/u]
Kokoro is a seer, with natural ability since birth. Prophecies and sometimes important images can come to him, usually during his sleep, though he can manually meditate to try and piece things together himself. During times of need, it is possible for Kokoro to fall into a trance while awake, during which he learns things of great importance, but this leaves him vulnerable.

[u][b]Mental Acuity[/b][/u]
In the way Kokoro can glean information through his prophecies, he is able to glean thoughts from others via telepathy, though he must have familiarities with someone for it to work, and only within a certain range. Inversely he can seal his mind from the outside world and achieve great concentration. He can also immunize his mind (not his body) to temperature, hunger, and tiredness to a certain degree, but he chooses to remain open to pain.

[u][b]Mediumship[/b][/u]
Kokoro can see and speak to ghosts and other ethereal beings, though as of yet he has no way of physically affecting them.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Special Techniques][b][u]Nature Energy Manipulation[/u][/b]
This technique allows Kokoro to concentrate Nature Energy into his halberd. Doing so allows him to wield it with ease by making it weightless in his possession. He does this passively, keeping his halberd the weight of a feather even in his sleep. Kokoro has placed wards of sorts onto his halberd so that no others can use it as a nexus for their own Nature Energy.

[u][b]Ghost Blade[/b][/u]
Kokoro can manipulate the wind into controlling his halberd separately from him, as if there were a second warrior on the battlefield.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Magic][u][b]Elemental Affinity[/b][/u]
Kokoro can manipulate the elements, though his skill is limited. He cannot create nor summon, merely change what already exists, and using this magic tires him through much usage.[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Stats][b]Nature Energy: [/b]4/5
[b]Strength: [/b]2/5
[b]Defence: [/b]3/5
[b]Speed: [/b]4/5
[b]Technique: [/b]5/5
[b]Wisdom: [/b]3/5[/spoiler]

[b][u]Other Info[/u][/b]
• He goes by his family name, Kokoro, which means "heart".
• His favorite kinds of birds are finches.
• He can read well, but not write.
• He doesn't drink regularly, but he can hold is liquor quite well and his drunken stupors last for extended periods of time. Strangely he does not suffer from hangovers.
• Despite his travels, he has a poor sense of direction when it comes to more confined areas such as forests and cities.

[Yosuke-kun]

I'd like to join, but I'd like to join, but need to get an app together. I'll have it in by Friday at the latest.

[Kidd Buu]

[img]http://i46.tinypic.com/2m7fznq.jpg[/img]
"[i]A snowflakes are fragile creations, but look what they can do when they come together.[/i]"


[u][b]Personal Info[/b][/u]
[b]Username: [/b]06102978
[b]Name:[/b] Yoshio
[b]Age:[/b] 20
[b]Gender:[/b] male
[b]Date of Birth:[/b] June 10
[b]Blood Type:[/b] A
[b]Hobby(s):[/b]
Enjoying himself in the snow
Sleeping
Practicing his swordsmen ship
Eating his favorite food
[b][spoiler= Appearance:][/b]Yoshio weighs 140 pounds and is 5'9 with a lean built figure. He has peachy skin while it's hot but he turns pale in the cold. His hair is chin-length and silver, his eyes are two different colors one being a dark green and the other a bright red with a pattern of lines beneath his right eye complimenting his red eye. Yoshio has his right ear pierced and wears a red pearl. His clothing consists of a high collar black shirt with no sleeves with a black hood stitched below the neck of the collared shirt, black pants and boots, and black cloth covering his left leg and arm. A strap wraps around the sheath of the sword that attached to the left side of his waist. [/spoiler]
[b][spoiler= Personality:] [/b]Yoshio is a calm, cool, collected, laid-back guy who loves to smile, laugh, make jokes and treats everyone he comes across with the most up right respect, like his father and mother taught him, that is unless you get on his bad side then he's a completely different person. Then he becomes a sarcastic, rude individual. During combat he also tosses away his heart becoming an cold, emotionless killer who stays very calm, never losing composure in even the direst of situations. He knows even the slightest show of emotion or hesitation will get him killed in battle. He tries to be the nicest person ever , even though he's an assassin, to respect his father's wishes but, those who treat him badly reminds him of the people in his village that shunned him and he will return the negative attitude anyone gave him, but worse.[/spoiler]
[b][spoiler= Bio:] [/b]Yoshio grew up in a village where is it was rare for the sun to come out. It was always cold and snowing. Great fogs and blizzards appeared regularly but the villagers weren't phased by it years of growing up there shrunk their fear of the cold and it's horrid abilities. In his eyes his childhood was perfect, somewhat. As a child he played in the snow everyday even during the heavy fogs and at night his mother would tell him stories of the great hero, Yudai Kamiyama. Though his father was always out a lot whenever he was home he spent every second with Yoshio, teaching him how to be swordsmen so he could protect his mother while he was away. While practicing outside he realized he could see out of his red eye better than his left eye and if he closed his left eye the vision in his right eye could see clear as day in thick fog or blizzards.

His life was perfect except for the fact that he was picked on and beat up for being different. his red-eye caused him a lot of trouble .The villagers thought of him as a demon in a child's body. Even though he treated them nicely they returned his kindness with hate and disgust and continued to shun him. His mother painted a pattern of lines beneath his right eye , and would do this until he was 11, he had designed in his mind. After she finished he asked her "I look different now mom...will they like me now" She nodded then hugged Yoshio as a tear ran down her face. When he was ten his father took him outside to practice his swordsmen ship his father went inside to share a cup of tea with his mother they laughed and enjoyed their beverage while Yoshio stayed outside to practice. He wondered away from the house and say a bunch of kids. He approached the group of four hoping they would accept him this time praying the painting on his face would make them like him. But it didn't it made it worse, they called Yoshio a freak and started to punch him. Yoshio fell to the ground his father's blade followed coming out of it's sheath. Yoshio quickly picked the blade up and prepared to defend himself. The kids showed no fear thinking he wouldn't use the blade and attacked him. Unfortunately they were wrong he sliced the kids down. Inside it felt good....he felt relief as if all his anger had been lifted off his shoulders. But the relief didn't last long a trial was held for the murder of the four boys and his father took his place in the death sentence. He remembers the last conversation his dad and him had perfectly. He was told not to treat others like he was treated...always show kindness always make friends and Yoshio asked why. His father responded with few words before he was taken away for his execution, words he will remember forever. "[i]A snowflakes are fragile creations, but look what they can do when they come together." [/i]

Nine years passed since the incident Yoshio grew stronger and become a assassin. His mother died from consumption when he was eighteen but he remained strong knowing she would want him to move on. Before she died she drew the designs that he liked as a child under his right eye and made sure it was permanent. He wears the red pearl she gave him before she died to keep the memory of her alive and strong. [/spoiler]

[u][b]Combat Info[/b][/u]
[b]Warrior Type:[/b] Swordsman Assassin
[b][Spoiler=Primary Weapon(s)][/b] [img]http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s216/phyreblade_blog/True%20Swords/black_anime_ninja.jpg[/img] [/spoiler]
[b][spoiler=Secondary Weapon(s) & Equipment:][/b]
Coin pouch- His coin pouch contains 150 kane [/spoiler]
[b][spoiler=Ability(s):[/b]]
[u][b]Enhanced Senses-[/b][/u] Like most swordsmen Yoshio's hearing, vision and smelling is increased beyond that of the average human.

[u][b]Enhanced Speed- [/b][/u] Yoshio's has great attributes but none that can match his speed. He can move quickly and silently and he's always aiming for vital organs.

[u][b]Red Eye-[/b][/u] After using his Mist ability Yoshio can close his left eye and his red eye can see through the fog clear as day giving him a huge advantage over his target. Can track speeds his normal eye can't. [/spoiler]
[b][spoiler=Special Technique(s):][/b]
[u]Mist[/u]- Yoshio's blade turns slightly blue and starts to emit mist that surrounds the battlefield with a thick, cold fog. The fog lowering the senses of his opponent and the cold slowing their attacks and reaction time to his attacks.

[u]Frost-bolt Slash[/u]: Yoshio's blade turn blue yet again. When he swings his blade a block of spiky ice in a crescent moon shape is hurled at his opponent Where ever the ice lands it freezes a small area for a short duration before it melts.
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[b][spoiler= Magic:][/b]
[u]Jinsei Armor[/u]- An ability that all swordsmen passively know. [/spoiler]
[u][b]Other Info:[/b][/u]
Yoshio 's nice name is "Yo"
His favorite curry is "mild spicy"
Yoshio's name can be translated to "good man"

[Aix]

Wait, there are yokai in this? Can I be one? Can my character be part yokai?

[Super Chaos Sonic]

[b]COMPLETED!!![/b]

[i]"Becoming a great swordsman isn't about power. Its about protecting the people you love.[/i][i]"[/i]

[u][b][u]Personal Info[/u][/b][/u]
Username: 13279044
Name: Shinichi Ryuunosuke (真一隆之介 [i]Lit. Ryuunosuke Shinichi[/i])
Age: 19
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: June 13th
Blood Type: A+
Hobby(s):
-Practicing his swordsmanship
-Enjoying the summer weather
-Eating ramen noodles
[spoiler=Appearance:]
[img]http://cdn.buzznet.com/assets/users16/gaarasgirl1/default/hot-anime-guy--large-msg-122696874012.jpg[/img]
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[spoiler=Personality:]
An out-going personality, no one really sees that in a swordsman's character. That's exactly what they see with Shinichi. Unlike other swordsmen, Shinichi cares about those he comes into contact with, willing to put his life on the line just to protect them. Because of this, he is very easy to befriend and to trust. There are times, however, when Shinichi can be a bit sarcastic and has gotten into trouble because of his tongue. Those times happen only very seldom, as he tries to make sure he doesn't piss too many people off.
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[spoiler=Bio:]
[i]"Becoming a great swordsman isn't about power. Its about protecting the people you love.[/i][i]"[/i]

That's what young Shinichi had been told ever since he was born into the Ryuunosuke clan, a clan of swordsmen with that unorthodox way of thinking. He never wondered about that phrase until he was eight, the age this clan consider right for training him in the ways of swordsmanship. That's when his father: Daisuke told him the meaning behind this phrase.

[i]"Long ago, before I was even born, when the Ryuunosuke clan was just starting out, the separation of the country had happened. Our ancestors were fighting in the many wars that we needed to fight in, as we were forced. But the day came when the great Yudai Kamiyama stopped the war. Days later he came and met with our clan's leader: Iruka, and he told us that we should begin to change our way of thinking. That's when he told us that phrase. It's served as our clan's words to live by ever since. That's why it's so important, Shinichi. Don't ever forget it!"[/i]

Shinichi took these words to heart as he began his training to become a swordsman. It took many years and through many teachers, Shinichi finally finished his training by the time he turned seventeen...but he was FAR from finished. Daisuke had new intel from those in the clan of a strange metal that was found in the remains of a dragon that was not far from their village. With that they took this unknown type of metal and began to forge a sword out of it. That's when things became strange. After the blade's completion, everyone in the village tried to wield it, but upon the villagers grabbing the blade their arm felt like it was burning up. Each time it was the same, they couldn't wield it and almost everyone in the village was blaming the blade and cursing it. Daisuke brought Shinichi to try, and everyone was shocked. Shinichi grabbed the hilt and held it, swinging it a few times, not even once complaining about his arm feeling like it was burning.

[i]"Its almost as if the blade chose him!"[/i] a couple villagers said, but they couldn't believe that they were basically right.

With the blade now his, Shinichi had his dreams invaded as he saw a beautiful and menacing silverish gray dragon standing before him.

[i]Shinichi Ryuunosuke...out of everyone in this clan...you have the most pure heart and a matching kindness. You are the only one who is able to wield this blade...the only one to inherit my powers. You have many questions...but all will be answered in due time. If you need assistance...call upon Natsu.[/i]

It had been two years after that dream and Shinichi and Natsu have only talked every once in a blue moon. However, with this blade at his side...Shinichi knows he is able to do anything he can set his mind to. Now he sets his horizons on arriving at a small town to begin traveling around Ryujin.[/spoiler]

[u][b][u]Combat Info[/u][/b][/u]
Warrior Type: Swordsman
[spoiler=Primary Weapon:]
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[u][b]The Silver Dragon[/b][/u]
The blade itself is a light-weight katana, about five feet in length. With the blade being light weight, its much easier for Shinichi to swiftly move and strike faster than before. It proudly sits on Shinichi's back, awaiting its round in battle.[/spoiler]

[spoiler=Secondary Weapon & Equipment:]
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[u][b]Throwing Knives[/b][/u]
Carries exactly six with him at all times. He gets more of these throwing knives from a friend he usually meets when he can. The odd shape of these knives allow them to be thrown faster and to hit their mark quicker.[/spoiler]

[spoiler=Abilities:]
[u][b]Enhanced Speed[/b][/u]
Unlike a normal persons speed, Shinichi's speed is a notch higher than the normal. With the light-weight weaponry, his enhanced speed works even better than before, as he can quickly and swiftly dodge the attacks and deliver attacks to his opponents.

[b][u]Heighten Senses[/u][/b]
After all, what's the point of being a swordman if one doesn't have his heightened senses. His sight, hearing, and smell(some what) are up to a highest form, allowing Shinichi to better himself in battle. However, his senses fail in comparison of Yudai's.[/spoiler]

[spoiler=Special Techniques:]
[u][b]Silver Flame - 1st Stage: Typhoon Blaze[/b][/u]
Shinichi grips his blade's hilt tightly, as an gray flame aura surrounds the blade. He rushes toward his opponent, as he slashes upward as a gray fiery cyclone appears, as it heat seeks the target. (A way to look at this move would be like Ichigo's Getsuga Tensho).

[b][u]Silver Flame - 2nd Stage: Dragonic Rush[/u][/b]
Once again, a gray flame aura surrounds the blade. Shinichi rushes toward his opponent, however with this, the aura engulfs Shinichi's body. He yells and the form of a silver dragon is seen, as he strikes his opponent as he clashes the opponent. After the flame aura disapates, Shinichi sheaths his blade, as the slashes finally appear on his opponent.[/spoiler]

[spoiler=Magic:]
[b][u]Jinsei Armor[/u][/b]
A passive magic known by any respectable warrior, this magic concentrates Nature Energy and spreads the energy throughout a person's body, creating a kind of natural "armor" that increases a person's durability significantly and without the person needing to regulate the magic. It is unknown how a warrior acquires this magic but it seems to naturally happen once a warrior learns how to concentrate Nature Energy. Experienced warriors and mid-level Sages are able to regulate the dispersal of Nature Energy throughout their body, allowing them to increase the durability of certain body parts more significantly than the passive method.
[/spoiler]

[u][b][u]Other Info[/u][/b][/u]
~Shinichi's full name is translated into "True first nobleman's predecessor".
~His theme is [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qODLFKZUag"]Katekyo Hitman Reborn OST - Fukutsu[/url] & [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frb0jDoI4CY"]Katekyo Hitman Reborn OST - Kakugo[/url]
~He is sometimes called by his nickname "Shin".
~Voice Actor: Sean Schemmel (the voice of Goku).

[Kōsuke Ueki]

So how many spots are there in total? I'd like to know so I can have an idea as to how much time I have before all the spots WILL be filled.

I haven't read anything from this yet, but rest assured, if I like where this is going, I'll either make an app or just be a viewer (And more than likely give props for the progress on how well the RP will be going).