[list][*][u][b]Name[/b][/u]: Ushijima Torako, the Tiger Lily
[*][u][b]Gender[/b][/u]: Female
[*][u][b]Age[/b][/u]: 22
[*][u][b]Appearance[/b][/u]: [url=http://safebooru.org//images/646/5b342ccf47f65d033a3545386170452ee723f92a.png?651343]"I'd ask you to leave them alone, but I don't think my words would reach thugs like you at this point."[/url]
[*][u][b]Can Manipulate Qi/Ki?[/b][/u]: N/A
[*][u][b]Specialization[/b][/u]: N/A
[*][u][b]Abilities[/b][/u]: Torako has no supernatural capabilities to speak of. What she does have is a well-forged katana, named for a myth about a child from the moon, Taketori. It has no unique capabilities, and the name is simply given due to its fine craftsmanship and excellent cutting ability. Torako is a swift and direct combatant. One of her specialties is iaido.
[*][u][b]Personality[/b][/u]: Those who practice swordsmanship in Rikoku have something of a stereotype constructed around them. Stern, serious, unflappable, these are words frequently associated with them. Ushijima Torako is exactly none of these things. The Tiger Lily of Rikoku has something of a reputation as being dangerous, but the real girl is a laid-back and friendly sort, who is easily seduced by good food and fine sake. She'll talk to just about anyone about anything, and many who meet her fail to realize such a girl could ever be the Tiger Lily. Torako is quite casual when speaking with others, as well, unlike what many would expect, but even with a less-refined manner of speech, she still refers to those around her in a remarkably respectful manner. Torako expresses nothing but gratitude towards people who share new things and experiences with her as well. This lackadaisical, cheerful attitude, however, abruptly changes when Torako decides to enter combat. This is usually only when directly challenged, or when someone around her is threatened. While if it is a mere challenge to a sparring match, she will remain cheerful, anything else is treated with the utmost seriousness and without hesitation. Torako, in an instant, goes from a friendly, somewhat silly girl, to a swordswoman with no hesitation to kill if necessary. She also holds a deep adoration for her homeland, even as she travels, she will always return to Rikoku.
[*][u][b]History[/b][/u]: The history of the girl who has gained the unofficial title of the Tiger Lily of Rikoku is not a well-known one. An illegitimate child of Ushijima no Goro, the nobleman did not wish for her existence to be publicized. Even with this un-fatherly decision, at least one of the motivations was so that she would not be taken and used as nothing but a tool to get back at him, for her sake as well as his own. She was secluded to the family's dojo, and initially her training began for the sake of self-defense rather than anything else. However, it was discovered that she took to the training with incredibly fervor and intensity, dedicating herself to to the way of the sword with an unyielding focus. Unfortunately, at this time, her father was becoming more and more paranoid, towards his fellow nobles, especially the young daughter of one family who seemed in a position to take a great deal of power... And at this time, his hidden daughter was becoming so intensely skilled in swordplay even at a relatively young age...
It was his decision here that made Torako become the Tiger Lily. That Bloody Tiger Lily of Rikoku. Unwilling to dismiss the words of her father, Torako became an assassin for the Ushijima family. Her skill with a blade lead to an unexpected surprise, and even disguise she came to be known for her swordplay and flowing, almost silvery hair. Several nobleman died, many guards were brought to their deaths by the Bloody Tiger Lily as well. But for all her efforts, Torako ultimately failed. Goro was slain, though Torako never saw the killer, and the Ushijima family's home was set ablaze. Torako's travels began both to find her former instructor, whose body was not among those slain, and for vengeance. But as the girl traveled, and discovered how truly wide and wonderful the world is, vengeance became a distant memory. The Bloody Tiger Lily's reputation, however, did not leave her, though now, as she became a traveler whose sword raised only against those who attacked her or others, or those who challenged her directly, simply calling her "Tiger Lily" became more common. Torako always returns to Rikoku, for even with the painful memories of the destruction of her home, she still loves her homeland. But indeed, she loves her travels as well. While vengeance is a distant thought, Torako still wishes to find her vanished teacher once more. And if directly confronted by her father's killer, who's to say what would happen...
[*][u][b]Other[/b][/u]: A decent cook in a pinch.[/list]