@SunbatherYou can definitely drop wip apps. We just won’t be accepting anyone until after the deadline!
▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ ►ETYMOLOGY ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► PEDIGREE ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► HEREDITY ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► HERITAGE ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► LINEAGE ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► ORIGIN | ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ 私たちは今、子供たちの未来のために戦います ▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ SURUDO ICHIZOKU ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ 鋭 Sharp, violent, penetrative「鋭」 MOTIF needles ∘ blades ∘ hands MON » Three senbon being thown. « » An elegant and precise weapon, which is what all clan members should strive to be.« ▅ DISTINCTION light grey to black hair∘ yellow eyes ∘ large hands » The classic 'gentle giant,' people who are powerful and confident but not aggressive.« PRESTIGE self-obsessed∘ critical ∘ pragmatic » Warriors who seek perfection of the body to protect themselves and the weak.« GENETICS » Natural dexterity « » Lacking chakra control « » Large chakra reserves « ▅ SPECIALITY The Surudo are masters of Bukijutsu, having forgone almost all other ninja training in exception to weapon-based techniques before becoming part of Kusagakure. In particular they are trained in the use of senbon as close range engagement tools, and effective use of wire strings. The dexterity one must have to use these techniques means they are also excellent at performing handseals, though few important members of the clan know anything about chakra control. ▅ LEGACY While they are far from war heroes, many of the Surudo clan made up the ground forces of Kusagakure in the Second Shinobi War. As such, despite their recency, they are officially considered Kuge. Their rapid rise through sheer martial force has caused resentment from more established families, especially those of the merchantry or diplomats. VALUES Above all, this clan values 'strength' or 'power.' As it was started by a rōnin from the Land of Iron long ago, this began meaning only physical prowess. However, strength of mind, the power of knowledge, etc. have come to be valued as well. Overall it is simply the ability to dissuade direct combat through prestige, or failing that, the ability to fight. TRADITIONS » One does not have to be integrated into the clan through marriage. The defeat of the strongest Surudo of around one's age allows one entry. Once becoming part of Kusagakure, the Surudo had put the practice on hold, but debates are now frequent about allowing the process again to shore up numbers. » Before any particularly important fights or battles, a Surudo is obligated to pray to Yojimbo at the Yawahari. If the situation doesn't allow this, one must return to the Yawahari and disclose the fight to Yojimbo before the pass on. HEIRLOOMS Their are three heirlooms important to the Surudo. The two blades Heiwa and Tsuyo, as well as the massive senbon Yawahari. The Heiwa is a ninjato with a bright white blade and warm pink ito over a birch wood grip. The Tsuyo is an odachi, every bit of it jet black. The Saikyo should each always be carrying one in any public appearance, with the stronger of the two generally wielding the Tsuyo. The Yawahari was Yojimbo's weapon of choice after becoming a ronin, which he used as a sort of unwieldy spear. It is kept in the center of the clan's compound and routinely polished by young members. ▅ ORGANIZATION The clan is run by the 'Saikyō no on'na' and the 'Saikyō no otoko' simultaneously. These twin heads must agree on all important clan actions such as the punishment of traitors or the induction of new members. If the two can not agree, they must duel, with the loser conceding the decision to the winner. The Saikyō no on'na and the Saikyō no otoko are determined in a tournament of able-bodied clan members 16 or older. When one clan leader dies or is deemed unfit to continue their duties, the other clan head must relinquish their position as well. They are allowed to enroll in the tournament to re-prove their strength and keep their position, however. To deem a Saikyō unfit to rule, 3/4ths of the clan must agree so in a vote, or 1/3rd if the other Saikyō agrees they are unfit. If the Saikyō no on'na and the Saikyō no otoko are in a relationship prior to becoming the clan heads, they are strongly encouraged to cease these activities for the sake of better ruling the clan. A Saikyo can not willingly step down without the consent of the clan, initiating a vote similar to the unfitness vote. FOUNDER Surudo Yojimbo∘ dead ∘ 56 » preeminently powerful, shrewd, and trained the weak.« CURRENT CLAN HEADS Surudo Takeshi ∘ 22∘ 26 » A natural prodigy in combat, and always collected « Honoka ∘ Rin ∘ Ryo ∘ Kenzo Surudo Shinobu∘ 30∘ 34 » Almost always working hard to improve herself, ambitious « Surudo Mai ∘ Akiyama Kazuo ∘ Kyoko ∘ Naoki Kei ∘ Saori ▅ CREATION In the Tetsu no Kuni there was an immensely powerful samurai warrior by the name of Surudo Yojimbo. While he served a lord, it did not suit him, and after being commanded to kill peasants who would not fight back, Yojimbo forsook his master and his blades. He became a wandering swordsman, interested only in proving and improving his power. He journeyed south, into the land of shinobi, and while he did often he would come to blows with those who beset towns and villages. People began to follow him, and he taught them how to defend themselves, and carry themselves in such a manner to need not fight. When Surudo died, his students and friends took on his name, and became the Surudo clan. They kept their nomadic ways as they traveled throughout the land, scavenging or doing mercenary work to keep themselves fed. This was the way they would live for almost a century before the First Shinobi War began. Constantly they were mistook for enemies or caught in the crossfire. Many of their most powerful died fighting off the constant attacks or simply killed as collateral in shinobi village military operations. Severly crippled, they conceded their free-spirited ways and integrate into Kusagakure-- a close by shinobi village that had not attacked them. The two leaders at the time, Honoka and Isamu, succeeded in spinning this in a positive light. It was to be a new chapter in Surudo's history, with better equipment to train with, new techniques to learn, and more allies to spar with. Despite the loss of life, the Surudo were able to keep their heads up due to their leaders positivity. Things were slowly getting better for the Surudo up until the Second Shinobi War. Many Surudo felt it their duty to fight for their new home and prove themselves, Honoka and Isamu included. In the brutal six years of fighting, many Surudo were lost, Honoka included. Isamu was forced to step down as leader once wartimes ended. The clan heads that have stepped up now are a Kusagakure native, Shinobu, and Honoka's son, Takeshi. PRESENTLY There has been a hard split in the clan whether to support Kusa no Jitsu or Kusa no Hana ever since the Second Shinobi War. Takeshi, having lost his mother in the war, wants to keep things as peaceful as possible. Shinobu, her father's family having lived in Kusagakure for a very long time, is a firm leader that the only way to prevent constant fighting is to firmly stomp another Shinobi Village to show they are powerful and not to be trifled with. |
▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ ▅ ▅ ► ETYMOLOGY ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► PEDIGREE ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► HEREDITY ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► HERITAGE ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► LINEAGE ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► ORIGIN | ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ 死唯一真実です。 ▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ ŌSUIKASHIRO-ICHIZOKU ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ 大西瓜城 Great 「大」 Watermelon 「西瓜」 Castle 「城」 MOTIF Dogs ∘ Melons ∘ Coin MON » Physically looks like the top of a watermelon. « » Represents the clan's humble beginnings and an ambitious reminder of success. « ▅ DISTINCTION Vibrant pink hair ∘ Pale skin ∘ Sharp teeth » They appear as elegant as they are feral, all high cheekbones, immaculate clothes, and wild grins.« PRESTIGE Callous ∘ Impulsive ∘ Frugal » A clan made of people as equally savage as they are stingy.« GENETICS » Typically precise chakra control « » One in five chance to be born a sensor « » Naturally built sturdy « ▅ HIDEN スイカ割り秘伝術 SUIKAWARI HIDEN JUTSU Suikawari Hiden Jutsu was created by the Ōsuikashiro. Few members are proficient in Suikawari Hiden Jutsu due to its complex chakra control. During the jutsu, the user pushes their chakra either through a bō (a medium most clan members use) or through their hands, creating an extreme force. The force of the chakra then pushes onto the target, breaking it. SPECIALITY Other than their hiden, members typically tend to be strong in taijutsu. The majority use bō, but there are always those who deviate. LEGACY The Ōsuikashiro are of the Honsei, a noble clan. Their founder is one of the original orphans brought to Kusagakure during the establishment of it. They pride themselves in their humble beginning and the sacrifice of their founders to bring Ōsuikashiro to where they are now. The clan has many political ties in Kusagakure, despite detesting politics, and they are very influential in Kusa. They are also known for being one of the richest clans in Kusagakure. VALUES The Ōsuikashiro care about three things: money, family, and death. With tales being passed down from generation to generation, the clan puts great emphasis on being frugal with money. Their humble origins are well-known throughout the clan to encourage members to pride themselves in family and to be careful with money, as their founder had started with nothing. In reality, the tales are only told as a form of propaganda to sway younger members to believe the Honsei are better than other clans and to keep the clan wealthy. Propaganda aside, the Ōsuikashiro have a strong relationship with death. They almost revere it, and treat it as a gift they give from themselves to their foes. They are very respectful when it comes to funerals and of the like. TRADITIONS » When a shinobi receives a promotion, they hold a celebration in which every member gives the shinobi a handsome amount of money. » If a member is on their deathbed, every one in the clan has to visit them. Even if the member has already passed, they cannot be buried until all of the clan visit their deathbed. HEIRLOOMS The main family has a lucky coin from the warring states period, a hole was punctured into it and it is said that it the coin saved the life of their ancestor. Each generational heir wears the lucky coin around their neck, with a black string pulled through the hole. ORGANIZATION Like most clans, the Ōsuikashiro have a main line that inherits the power of in the clan. The first born is always the one to inherit and are often groomed from a young age to take over their parent's spot. They have no preference for male or female. There are two other lines in the family, descending from the founder's three sons. One of the sons ruled while the other two advised. The advising positions are passed down in succession through those lines while the main line is from the first born of the founder. Thus, the advisers are cousins to the head of the clan. The two advisers can override a decision of the head if they are unanimous in deciding. FOUNDER Ōsuikashiro Hiraku ∘ Dead ∘ 15 to 46 » respected and known for being monetarily intelligent « Katsurou ∘ Kichirou ∘ Yoshirou Rikuto ∘ Yuudai ∘ Masanosuke CURRENT CLAN HEAD Ōsuikashiro Yuudai ∘ 22 ∘ 43 » infamous for having a bad temper and supporting controversial political situations « Yui ∘ Rikuto Masanosuke ∘ Toranosuke ∘ Katsunosuke ∘ Shinnosuke ∘ Juunosuke ∘ Tatsunosuke ∘ Ryuunosuke CREATION The first Ōsuikashiro was Hiraku, an orphan from the Warring States Period, one of the first of Kusagakure. He was a small boy with a proficiency for math and a crushing debt hanging over his shoulder after the death of his father. He sought refuge in the camps, before it was the Kusa, and outsourced his work to raise money to pay off his debt. At the end of his life, not only did he pay his debts, but he achieved great wealth through smart spending and money allocation. Hiraku was tired of fighting and believed in peace, wishing death would stop knocking on doors. He treated the dead with great respect and visited one’s deathbed whether they were a friend or foe. Never would he wish his descendants to become warmongers. The founder left his legacy to his three sons: Katsurou, who would inherit his titles, Kichirou, who would inherit his lands, and Yoshirou, who would inherit his valuables. The three combined their inheritance and officially became a clan under Kusagakure. Katsurou, having inherited the titles, became clan leader while Kichirou and Yoshirou advised him. Eventually the three of them had children, Kichirou and Yoshirou having sons that inherited their advising positions for their cousin, and Katsurou brought a prodigal son into the Ōsuikashiro Clan. Rikuto was a prodigy who lived through the First Shinobi War. After seeing how Kusagakure let everyone trample over them for their own purposes, even their own allies, Rikuto turned the Ōsuikashiro towards the Kusa no Jitsu. The violent faction fell in line with his politics and he instilled the same beliefs into his son, Yuudai. Now, Yuudai is clan head and a staunch supporter of Kusa no Jitsu. No one in the clan speaks of it, but Hiraku would be disappointed if he could see them now. PRESENTLY Yuudai has succeeded his father, Rikuto, and is continuing his work pushing Kusa no Jitsu’s agenda. His wife gave birth to seven sons, the eldest being Masanosuke and his youngest being Ryuunosuke. Having seven boys and taking care of the clan is an impossible task, and so Yuudai has come to rely on his wife to take care of the younger six of his sons while Masanosuke studies under him. |
Okay, I'm almost done with my clan sheet, but I'm not sure what the distinction in clan head and founders between 'age' and 'current age' is? Does it mean 'age ruled' and 'current age?' if so, there's an error at that part in the example sheet you gave.
Alright, finished with my clan! I know it said sheets wouldn't be assessed before the deadline, but could you guys at the least make sure there aren't any grievous errors?
▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ ►ETYMOLOGY ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► PEDIGREE ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► HEREDITY ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► HERITAGE ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► LINEAGE ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ► ORIGIN | ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ 私たちは今、子供たちの未来のために戦います ▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅▅ SURUDO ICHIZOKU ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ ▅ 鋭 Sharp, violent, penetrative「鋭」 MOTIF needles ∘ blades ∘ hands MON » Three senbon being thown. « » An elegant and precise weapon, which is what all clan members should strive to be.« ▅ DISTINCTION light grey to black hair∘ yellow eyes ∘ large hands » The classic 'gentle giant,' people who are powerful and confident but not aggressive.« PRESTIGE self-obsessed∘ critical ∘ pragmatic » Warriors who seek perfection of the body to protect themselves and the weak.« GENETICS » Natural dexterity « » Lacking chakra control « » Large chakra reserves « ▅ SPECIALITY The Surudo are masters of Bukijutsu, having forgone almost all other ninja training in exception to weapon-based techniques before becoming part of Kusagakure. In particular they are trained in the use of senbon as close range engagement tools, and effective use of wire strings. The dexterity one must have to use these techniques means they are also excellent at performing handseals, though few important members of the clan know anything about chakra control. ▅ LEGACY While they are far from war heroes, many of the Surudo clan made up the ground forces of Kusagakure in the Second Shinobi War. As such, despite their recency, they are officially considered Kuge. Their rapid rise through sheer martial force has caused resentment from more established families, especially those of the merchantry or diplomats. VALUES Above all, this clan values 'strength' or 'power.' As it was started by a rōnin from the Land of Iron long ago, this began meaning only physical prowess. However, strength of mind, the power of knowledge, etc. have come to be valued as well. Overall it is simply the ability to dissuade direct combat through prestige, or failing that, the ability to fight. TRADITIONS » One does not have to be integrated into the clan through marriage. The defeat of the strongest Surudo of around one's age allows one entry. Once becoming part of Kusagakure, the Surudo had put the practice on hold, but debates are now frequent about allowing the process again to shore up numbers. » Before any particularly important fights or battles, a Surudo is obligated to pray to Yojimbo at the Yawahari. If the situation doesn't allow this, one must return to the Yawahari and disclose the fight to Yojimbo before the pass on. HEIRLOOMS Their are three heirlooms important to the Surudo. The two blades Heiwa and Tsuyo, as well as the massive senbon Yawahari. The Heiwa is a ninjato with a bright white blade and warm pink ito over a birch wood grip. The Tsuyo is an odachi, every bit of it jet black. The Saikyo should each always be carrying one in any public appearance, with the stronger of the two generally wielding the Tsuyo. The Yawahari was Yojimbo's weapon of choice after becoming a ronin, which he used as a sort of unwieldy spear. It is kept in the center of the clan's compound and routinely polished by young members. ▅ ORGANIZATION The clan is run by the 'Saikyō no on'na' and the 'Saikyō no otoko' simultaneously. These twin heads must agree on all important clan actions such as the punishment of traitors or the induction of new members. If the two can not agree, they must duel, with the loser conceding the decision to the winner. The Saikyō no on'na and the Saikyō no otoko are determined in a tournament of able-bodied clan members 16 or older. When one clan leader dies or is deemed unfit to continue their duties, the other clan head must relinquish their position as well. They are allowed to enroll in the tournament to re-prove their strength and keep their position, however. To deem a Saikyō unfit to rule, 3/4ths of the clan must agree so in a vote, or 1/3rd if the other Saikyō agrees they are unfit. If the Saikyō no on'na and the Saikyō no otoko are in a relationship prior to becoming the clan heads, they are strongly encouraged to cease these activities for the sake of better ruling the clan. A Saikyo can not willingly step down without the consent of the clan, initiating a vote similar to the unfitness vote. FOUNDER Surudo Yojimbo∘ dead ∘ 56 » preeminently powerful, shrewd, and trained the weak.« CURRENT CLAN HEADS Surudo Takeshi ∘ 22∘ 26 » A natural prodigy in combat, and always collected « Honoka ∘ Rin ∘ Ryo ∘ Kenzo Surudo Shinobu∘ 30∘ 34 » Almost always working hard to improve herself, ambitious « Surudo Mai ∘ Akiyama Kazuo ∘ Kyoko ∘ Naoki Kei ∘ Saori ▅ CREATION In the Tetsu no Kuni there was an immensely powerful samurai warrior by the name of Surudo Yojimbo. While he served a lord, it did not suit him, and after being commanded to kill peasants who would not fight back, Yojimbo forsook his master and his blades. He became a wandering swordsman, interested only in proving and improving his power. He journeyed south, into the land of shinobi, and while he did often he would come to blows with those who beset towns and villages. People began to follow him, and he taught them how to defend themselves, and carry themselves in such a manner to need not fight. When Surudo died, his students and friends took on his name, and became the Surudo clan. They kept their nomadic ways as they traveled throughout the land, scavenging or doing mercenary work to keep themselves fed. This was the way they would live for almost a century before the First Shinobi War began. Constantly they were mistook for enemies or caught in the crossfire. Many of their most powerful died fighting off the constant attacks or simply killed as collateral in shinobi village military operations. Severly crippled, they conceded their free-spirited ways and integrate into Kusagakure-- a close by shinobi village that had not attacked them. The two leaders at the time, Honoka and Isamu, succeeded in spinning this in a positive light. It was to be a new chapter in Surudo's history, with better equipment to train with, new techniques to learn, and more allies to spar with. Despite the loss of life, the Surudo were able to keep their heads up due to their leaders positivity. Things were slowly getting better for the Surudo up until the Second Shinobi War. Many Surudo felt it their duty to fight for their new home and prove themselves, Honoka and Isamu included. In the brutal six years of fighting, many Surudo were lost, Honoka included. Isamu was forced to step down as leader once wartimes ended. The clan heads that have stepped up now are a Kusagakure native, Shinobu, and Honoka's son, Takeshi. PRESENTLY There has been a hard split in the clan whether to support Kusa no Jitsu or Kusa no Hana ever since the Second Shinobi War. Takeshi, having lost his mother in the war, wants to keep things as peaceful as possible. Shinobu, her father's family having lived in Kusagakure for a very long time, is a firm leader that the only way to prevent constant fighting is to firmly stomp another Shinobi Village to show they are powerful and not to be trifled with. |
Is there a special emphasis on the castes in this? I vaguely recall the sheet from the other version, with a heavy emphasis on it. Is this just a leftover or is it significant?
Sorry for the double-post, but I have a question. Do you mind if I simplify the formatting of the CS? I'd of course keep 100% of the information there, but some parts of the formatting are difficult to work with and enter information into.
Also, I'd need some help with Kanji and name meanings. Is there someone I could give a name to who could get Kanji for me with whatever the heck it might mean?