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和勘使Harmony, peace 「和 」 Perception, Sixth Sense 「勘 」 Use, Ambassador, Messenger「使 」MOTIFCrows ∘ Tradition ∘ Nature MON » Four Yatagarasu crows protecting a war fan and wagasa; famously used by the Ōkashi. «
» The reciprocation of protection and harmony between the clan and life - both nature and spirit- itself. «
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DISTINCTION
Silky, black hair ∘ Lithe, toned ∘ Golden eyes
» A true Ōkashi is elegant yet steadfast, respectful but imposing.«
PRESTIGE
Nature-friendly ∘ Disciplined ∘ Righteous
» No matter what, all Ōkashi harbor deep respect for the world and its creatures.«
GENETICS
» Naturally highly dexterous, with large - though not massive - natural chakra reserves. «
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KEKKEI GENKAI
The Mōragan is an infrequently occuring dōjutsu unique to the Ōkashi clan. It is characterized by a black sclera with subtle swirls within the area, a bright white iris, and three pitch black pupils that are evenly spaced out across the width of the iris, with the center one being slightly larger than the other two. The Mōragan alters its wielders' perception so as to become aware of even minor chakra traces on an instinctual level, as well as register the absence of it more strongly.
Users of the Mōragan are capable of tracking individual sources of chakra with ease, to the extent that it is possible to perceive what the user's targets are seeing themselves. This is achieved by the Mōragan's unique tethering, in which the user frequently receives and reciprocates small amounts of chakra, creating a continuous link of energy exchange with their target. It is also possible to implant some of one's own chakra into a targets without any (such as inanimate objects) and track them through it. The ability to track multiple targets at once requires mastery of the dōjutsu. Though none of the few Ōkashi that wielded the Mōragan has achieved such mastery since, a revered Ōkashi patriarch has been said to be able to perceive "everything his prey had seen, and could've seen". Because it is so potent in recognizing even miniscule amounts of chakra and, thus, differentiating between that which hosts chakra and that which does not, it is also able to recognize otherwise microscopic objects that the normal human eye could not.
Furthermore, the precise control over the chakra exchange is involved in a variety of so called Invisible World (不可視世界) techniques that revolve around it. Not only are there applications with the planting of chakra, it is also possible to siphon it.
SPECIALITY
Fūinjutsu, particularly Summoning Techniques
LEGACY
The Ōkashi are one of the few clans that has not been native to Kirigakure, that has been accepted into the Gyokushō caste. They are well respected and treasured by the nobility for their contribitions to the village, as their steadfast aid in the war, as well as their ability to track down threats such as missing-nin through the Mōragan, has been invaluable. As such, they are considered valuable allies and respected people. They tend to function as a voice of reason in the case of senseless violence, though they stray from opposing anyone truly important, knowing well of their fortunate treatment and the frail ego of humanity.
VALUES
The Ōkashi have been lead by patriarchs for the majority of their time, having somewhat conservative views on the differences between women and men, as the myths of Tsukuyomi and Amaterasu were an important aspect in the clan's creation. However, matriarchs have existed. Overall, the Ōkashi are a clan that is characterized by its respect for - more or less - everyone and everything. Their most distinctive quality is their utter devotion to nature and life itself. They are well-known for their tranquil gardens and the creatures they protect. The Ōkashi belief is that all is one, and one is all, and as such it is important to be as kind and graceful to one another as possible. Ōkashi clan leaders tend to be imposing, highly decorous people, who respect traditions and authority, and likewise demand respect for their own authority.
TRADITIONS
When an Ōkashi is at their wit's end, they are to capture a crow that does not belong to the clan without hurting it. They are then to take it to their home, and release it at sunrise. If the crow flies north, it means to leave the situation behind, and look past it. If it flies east, it means to endure and hold on, waiting for the intervention of life itself. If it flies south, one should respond with violence. If it flies west, the problem lies in one's family, and reconciliation is advised.
Every Ōkashi receives a scroll prepared for them by their parents. A contract with the crows is made, for when the child is taught and able to utilize the Summoning Technique their clan is famous for. Boys receive their contract from their mother, while girls receive their contracts from their father.
Ōkashi who are born with the Mōragan are always given names that contain either the kanjis 八 or 烏. This tradition is so deeply embedded in their history that children who manifest the dōjutsu after they are born, but before reaching adulthood, are renamed, and have their contract redone. Even the few adult members who manifested their eyes later have willingly adopted a new name.
All Ōkashi are taught to use either a gunbai (for the boys) or a wagasa (for the girls, depending on their gender as a weapon. It is tradition for the child to be tutored by the corresponding parent; if a parent is unable to do so due to death or illness, a grandparent, parent, or sibling may be substituted.
HEIRLOOMS
Every child receives a gunbai or wagasa from their parents, that has been handcrafted by them, on the child's third birthday. Furthermore, it is custom to gift one's child a single feather of their crow. The Ōkashi estate houses many of the gunbai and wagasa of important Ōkashi, as well as a collection of each of their crows' feathers.
ORGANIZATION
The head of the clan is either a patriarch or matriarch, who is appointed by the previous clanleader and their advisors. The head of the clan must be agreed on by both the previous leader - who nominates them - and his or her three advisors. The three advisors consist of the youngest advisor of the previous head, as well as two of their own free choosing.
The word of a clan head is untouchable, and the Ōkashi greatly respect their leader, as they believe that his or her authority unites them, and protects them, even if they may not personally agree with their decisions. As such, there is no questioning and little quarrel about an appointed head or advisor, as their election is the word of those who are entrusted with the clan. However, it is common for likely candidates to compete. How they handle such matter is a vital deciding factor in who the head chooses to succeed them.
In the case of the clan head's death, their advisors autonomously choose a capable shinobi to lead the clan.
FOUNDER
和勘使 烏一 Ōkashi Uichi ∘ 79 ∘ Sengoku Jidai
» Recorded as a powerful and noble man, Uichi is a revered figure in Ōkashi history.«
八一朗 Yaichirou (younger son) ∘ 烏 Uhei (eldest son)
八七四 Hanayo ∘ 烏之介 Unosuke ∘ 望久太郎 Mokutarou (first eyeless)
CURRENT CLAN HEAD
和勘使 烏己人 Ōkashi Umito ∘ 60∘ current age
»Having headed the clan for over two decades, Umito is both feared and respected.«
歩留美 Arumi ∘ 朝信 Choushin
太治 Daiji ∘ さざみ Sazami
CREATION
Uichi Ōkashi was known as a powerful man, who was both respected as well as criticized for his relentless pursuit of strength. Even the Ōkashi of old days believed in the respect for life and nature, but then, it was thought that the might to shape life for oneself is the way to achieve true contentment and the only proper way to live life. A core belief of the clan was also that might was fated, and to not pursue it meant to reject one's role in life. His sons would adapt their father's views.
INTEGRATION
In one of the most well-known instances of the crow ritual, Unosuke Ōkashi, the head of the clan at the time, let free a crow he had caught, which promptly flew north. Inspired by the sight of the crows, contrasting against the rising sun, he decided to take his family and travel north himself, leaving the unheard-of in-fighting that had plagued the clan in recent years behind. With several of the allied Ōkashi branches following him, this journey lead the clan to Kirigakure shortly before the first Shinobi World War broke out.
Upon arrival, the Ōkashi were met with distrust and animosity due to being foreigners with a Kekkei Genkai. Unwilling to cower, Unosuke and his clan readily aided the village in any efforts they would let them have, never complaining about the danger of assignments. Upon the peak of the Ōkashi's increase in reputation for their competency, Onosuke fell in combat, protecting his team. And though this, too, was viewed favorably, the clan was now in dire need of a successor. Hanayo, his only child and daughter, was appointed to lead the clan, as per Onosuke's dying wishes.
Hanayo was an exceptionally intelligent and charismatic woman, able to balance the expectation placed in her as a woman, and her own ability, maneuvering smartly within Kirigakure's society. To further her family's place in the village, she joined the Oinin Butai, who made exceptional use of the Mōragan in tracking down missing-nin, and married a member of a distant Ōkashi branch, Umito, who also possessed the Mōragan, believing it to increase the chance of their children possessing the dōjutsu. Ultimately, Hanayo's smart strategies worked, and the Ōkashi enjoyed great respect within Kirigakure's upper echelon.
PRESENTLY
Years ago, Hanayo fell ill, deferring her duties to her husband instead, whose since lead the Ōkashi with great resolve, focusing on strengthening the family's ties with the Kage and the rest of the Gyokushō. Umito has sacrificed much of his life to establish his association with the noble families of Kirigakure, knowing well how to maintain his presence while offering his unquestionable aid. It is due to Umito's efforts that the clan to risen to become one of the most valued families of foreigners to live in Kirigakure. However, his personal sacrifice and strictness has lead to a harsher leadership, and tenser relations within the clan. |
