Hoshigake, Akihiko Idai

[Akihiko]

HOSHIGAKE, AKIHIKO IDAI
the iron behemoth of kusagakure



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[Akihiko]

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[/right]» NAME; bihimosu, akihiko — bright prince.
» BIRTH NAME; hoshigake, akihiko idai.
» ALIASES; none.
» TITLES; the iron behemoth.

» AGE; nineteen years old.
» BIRTHDATE; the fifth of november.
» GENDER; male.
» BLOOD TYPE; o+.

» BIRTH COUNTRY; mizu no kuni.
» HOME VILLAGE; kusagakure no sato.
» RANK; chūnin.
» PROFESSION; none.

» SEXUALITY; heterosexual.
» ALIGNMENT; neutral good.
» HERITAGE; hoshigake.
» ALLEGIANCE; kusagakure no sato.

» HEIGHT; six feet, five inches.
» WEIGHT; two hundred and twenty pounds.
» EYE COLOR; marble black.
» HAIR COLOR; gray.

» EXPERIENCE; 4741; x1 massive.
» APTITUDE; taijutsu primary, x2 speed.
» RELEASES; suiton.
» DIFFICULTY; advanced.

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[appearance] — Quiet and composed. A sterling mane falls from an upright crown and reserved composure, worn unkempt. Bangs contour to the left, brushed aside to keep argent locks from deluding an onyx gaze; his dark beady eyes contrast a strange black that covers the entire optic, giving off an eerie appeal. A thick brow raises over the bridge of his nose, which extends to a small point. Thin red lips ensue the olfactory organ, fitted with rows and rows of razor sharp teeth, descending into a rounded chin and the high ascent of his jawline. High cheek bones protrude slightly from his flesh, drawing attention to the hue of his eyes, and the gills on his neck. Beyond his face, his body is above that of a practical shinobi. Thick, lean muscle scales every breadth of his athletic frame, healthy and untarnished, save for a single scar running the length of his chest.

Dressed in the rudimentary uniform of a shinobi, Mugen bears the symbol of a behemoth upon his back. This slim black shirt tucks into the ebony slacks of his village, thereafter covering the crest of his sandals. Each limb hangs free of fabric, allowing a greater sense of mobility in his movements. His form is canvased by a dark gray cloak that ties at the neck by a silver button, the curtains revealing a slight opening on his right side. This dark anorak is temperature resistant, and serves to conceal his movements, and at times his face when the hood is lifted.

The hoshigake wears his headband around his waist, tied off in a simple black cloth.

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[trust] — As a result of his inclination to Agreeableness, Akihiko tends to trust others easily, believing people to be genuinely honest and benevolent. Rather than viewing people's actions as suspicious, dishonest, or dangerous; the shinobi believes that all possess a kind intent, regardless of how they work towards their aim. Those often misconstrued as evil, are viewed differently by him, and he tends to look to the source of their bad behaviors. Oftentime, he finds that while their actions are bad, their true purpose comes from a sense of caring. If no one cared, there would be neither love nor hatred in the world; in other words, his trust comes from a sense of optimism, or better yet, faith in humanity.

[straightforwardness] — The ability to honestly express yourself is held in high regards with the behemoth. He finds, out of necessity and compassion, that others deserve to know his opinions, which at times can be difficult to hear from a friend. Direct and frank, the shinobi will say what needs to be said with confidence, however, not so blinded by confidence that he will willingly bash another. Rather, he speaks his truth with a kind tone, and through such, hopes to acheive a higher understanding between himself and others.

[altruism] — Rather than acting on his behalf, the shinobi has the tendency to act for the greater good of society, expressing great selflessness in his daily encounters. For the "greater good", which he defines as a benefitting to society as a whole, rather than himself, he is willing to self-sacrifice himself to insure a better outcome. Likewise, his generosity and concern for others is strong, insuring actions in suit of consideration and courtesy for others. This kindness takes the form of chivalry in the presence of women, whom he treats with the utmost kindness—out of respect as opposed to pity.

[compliance] — Compliance is defined as one's typical response to conflict, and prefer to act with another to solve conflict, rather than working against them. While at times he may seem mild, or someone lacking the strength to stand up for himself, however, he'd prefer to end conflict through humble submission as opposed to resorting to violence—as someone who treasures life, he'd feel great remorse for taking it. A greater willingness to cooperate is seen as weak amongst his people—the hoshigake clan—and has resulted in his exile.

[modesty] — For the hoshigake, modesty goes against everything he was taught as a child of the hoshigake: where dominance and aggression ruled all. However, the shinobi has chosen an alternate path for himself. Unlike most shinobi, who express great arrogance, Akihiko values an unassuming or moderate view of his own capabilities. While he is confident, he refuses to overestimate his strength and worth, rather, he chooses not to draw attention to his real—or supposed—accomplishments or even his desirable attributes. Similar terms used to define his modesty include things such as humility, shyness, or simplicity.

[tender-mindedness] — Tender-mindedness is defined as the extent to which a person's judgements or attitudes are determined by emotion. This predominantly takes the form of sympathy in the behemoth's case. Through a greater understanding of people, and common feelings shared between them, the shinobi is able to relinquish anger or doubt towards someone. In the same right, he often acts out of pity or sorrow for someone's misfortune, displaying great compassion in social interactions. While he denies his power, others can see it, and it serves to give importance to the character of his mercy and forgiveness.

[suppressed bloodthirst] — The Akihiko Hashigake has made dire attempts to escape the fate determined for him by his people. Birthed of a clan, bent on power and dominance, he felt outcast by his people, although unintentional, for his views greatly differed from their own. However, there is always a part of you that you can never fully escape: and his shadow is that of his ancestor's bloodthirst. While he manages to mostly suppress any desire to kill, there are times in which he cannot hold back his bubbling rage. Oftentimes, this bloodthirst emerges in the scent of blood, or even the pain inflicted on his own being. When it does emerge, there are few that can pull him back from a mindless rage, and death is sure to coincide his surfacing emotions.

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[ACT I] — In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king. Born amongst the ferocious brutes of the Hoshigake clan, his teeth were sharpened from a young age. The scent of blood coincides early memories, in the same sense that cookies remind a person of their grandparents, but the visual treasury of his life experience was far from the fantasy that most lived. His father, a ruler to the people of Hoshigake, Akihiko Idai was born a prince of his lands—Mizu no Kuni. However, because of his royal blood, he more than anyone else, had to prove himself to the bloodthirsty barbarians of his tribe; from a young age, he endured the trials of battle, and tasted the triumphant blood of victory. Like any other among his people, he was battle-prone, and eager to kill. His aggression only strengthened by his ego, and the willingness to ascend, as society pushed him to do.

Some argue that fate is predetermined, and that regardless of what you try, there is an undeniable path before you. For the young prince, his path was that of a ruler, and that of a beast. Destined for the greatness of war, it was only natural to feel the pride of your people, but strangely, the hoshigake felt far from it. While there was one experience in particular that brought drastic change to his sentiment, he had always been somewhat different, and some speculate this was a result of his mother's kindness and tender-heartedness. Perhaps the queen's nurturing had spoiled him, and turned his natural aggression soft, for the hostility of his heritage had been buried deep within, beneath an honest expression. And as he grew into a capable young boy, his understanding of society flourished, and it was clear that he harbored other aims—the life of a ruler was not his to have.

No more than nine years old, his father had arranged a battle with the son of his rival hoshigake. A long standing hatred between their ruler and an opposing noble, had resulted in a fight to the death between their children, through which they would boast the strength of their blood through the worth of their offspring. Akihiko, drawn into fray by his fathers foolish pride, fell into the trap of his people and found himself bathing in the blood of his enemy. His opponent, a young boy who'd yet to have lived his life, was killed by the rage that boiled within the young prince. And while his father praised him for his worthy display, he was unable to swallow the guilt that clung to his throat. Slipping into his chambers, he let the tears flow, unable to accept the fact a person's pride was worth the slaughter of an innocent child. It was then he decided, the life of a king, was not for him.

Suddenly withdrawn from the brutish behavior of his people, he found himself an outcast, even amongst his family. Not because he couldn't hide his true feelings, but the depth of his determination to change, left him absent of a sense of belonging. He endured it no longer, and fled his country in the middle of the night, a small raft stolen from the nearby shores carried him to the great lands overseas. This was possibly the first time he'd left the safety of his kingdom, and the culture shock was immense, in fact it was hard to grasp the ideas of such a self-sufficent and resourceful society, he'd always been given—and this new change gave him a greaty sense of fulfillment, furthemore, encouraging him to interact with the people he met. Survival is difficult on your own, but if you branch out and accept the help of others, it's easy to find your way—and where you belong.

While his travels lasted only a couple months, it was quite the impressive feat for a nine year old boy, especially that of royal descent. His perserverence had carried him all the way to the lands of grass, and the prince who had everything in the palm of his hands, found himself with nothing. Doubt filled a tired mind, and famine pushed him to primative behavior; his occassional outbursts of rage, were beginning to increase. After being denied food from a traveling merchant, because of his race, Akihiko's rage boiled over. The results of his blind fury left him without food, for it had been destroyed, and responsible for the death of another. Falling to his knees before dead merchant, blood crawled across the cobblestone path, tears fell from his face—an hope seemed like a distant memory. Everything was over, and his dreams of a different life faded into the harsh reality before him.

It was then that he met her, an ethereal soul, with boundless golden curls falling from her precious mane. Approaching with a tender touch, she called out to him, lifting him from the blood of his victim. It reminded him of his mother, and the woman, whom he later came to know as Kikkawa, Blanche, had saved him from his reality. She promised—upon hearing the depths of his story, and his determination to change—to keep a watchful eye over him, and to insure that he'd blossom into the bright character he aspired to be. In his eyes, she was both a savior and a friend, and he continues to hold her in the highest of regards. For after she lifted him from his mess, she carried him to her village of Kusagakure, cleaned him up, and enrolled him in the academy. In turn for her protection, he would offer his services, this was a woman worth his loyalty. And her kindness far exceeded his expectations of war and bloodshed. It seemed that fate was in the hands of it's pioneer, and that life is yours for the taking.

Blanche had given the young prince, a chance at reincarnation, and his efforts to fully endorse the change brought great results. As he progressed through the ranks of a shinobi, he found himself growing in both maturity and wisdom. No longer was he forced to resort to the violent ways of his people, but, with the ideals of Kusagakure supporting him—Akihiko Idai welcomed diplomacy, resorting to violence as a last resort. Ten years later, he's become a well reputable shinobi, known by his village as the iron behemoth of kusagakure. While he's developed a greater sense of self, and a humbled expression, the darkness inside is growing. The deep seeded hatred of his people, which was planted deep within, seems to grow everyday. A war has begun for the reign of his mind, and soon enough, one side will emerge victorious. Whether that be the bloodthirst of his people, or the kind character he has become, it is too soon to tell. One thing is certain, if Akihiko is unable to triumph these dormant emotions—death will come. It is only through the support of his comrades, and his unyielding determination, that he poses a threat to his former lineage. What will become of the Hoshigake prince, will his exile bring destruction, or the creation of something beautiful?

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‒| INFAMY

» ADVANCEMENT;

» MISSIONS;

» VILLAGES FOUND & RECORDED; 1

» MARTYRS; 0

‒| BONDS

» KIKKAWA, BLANCHE;

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Their first encounter has set the pace for the relationship, yielding the results of a close friendship. Akihiko, the younger of the two, views Blanche as a motherlike figure, and respects her dedication and kindness. As a result of her caring, she has earned an unwavering loyalty from the kind-hearted hoshigake. Through thick and thin, he will continue to regard her as he did when he first met her, and her support with his personal struggle creates a stronger connection between them. While Blanche at times, may act out of emotion, the shinobi is very forgiving, offering her a smile when she holds a blade to his throat.
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‒| ARMAMENTS

» PRIMARY WEAPONS;

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Rank: C
Type: Primary / Sword / Melee
Description: A broadsword is a sword with a blade that is heavy, straight, and usually double-edged. With a blade as long as four feet, it is used primarily for slashing and thrusting.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo

Ninjato
Rank: C
Type: Primary / Sword / Melee
Description: Short and straight, this blade takes a similar form of a katana, but without the curvature in the blade. With the blade measuring no more than three feet, and a square guard on top, this weapon has been popularized by many ninja, hence the name.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo

Meteor Hammer
Rank: C
Type: Primary / Chain & Whip / Melee
Description: Of all the soft weapons, perhaps the most flashy and equally brutal is the meteor hammer. Like the rope dart it is often a staple in most monks' martial arts regiments that involve weapons. The meteor hammer consists of a lengthy hardened rope or chain that holds at its end a steel ball the size of a cantaloupe. For more experienced practitioners the meteor hammer can have both ends attached to a steel ball.
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» SECONDARY WEAPONS;

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» ACCESSORIES;

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Type: Universal Accessory / Self
Special: Gourd rank determines the amount of basic/kekkei touta chakra that can be kept and used (a 'C' ranked gourd can be used for 'C' ranked jutsu). Gourds tend to be no bigger than a meter or so in diameter, and will slow the player down by half their normal speed when equipped. However, they tend to hold moderate amounts, able to power a few of the user's jutsu - the exact amount shall be left to RP. Each gourd takes up two (2) accessory slots.
Description: Shaped and colored to the player's liking, these items usually hang at the shinobi's back, and provide ample storage room for certain elements advantageous to the user that are otherwise unavailable to the area. From sand and water to much, much more, this accessories provides a wide variety of uses.
Cost: 11,000 / 15,000 / 20,000 / 30,000 / 50,000 Ryo

Radio Headset
Rank: B
Type: Universal Accessory / Self
Special: Has a range up to 100 meters. Waterproof, as well as built-in surge protection Each device takes up one (1) accessory slot.
Description: This advanced radio makes listening and communicating easier by making its use complete hand's free. The radio can accept multiple frequencies and is activated to talk by pushing a button on the neck attachment, making it simple to use even in the most dire of situations. With a durable carapace, it is designed to withstand water damage and even the pressure of extreme altitudes.
Cost: 20,000 Ryo

Tracker
Rank: B
Type: Universal Accessory / Self
Special: Has a range up to 100 meters. Each tracker takes up one (1) accessory slot.
Description: Similar to the radio in ease and effectiveness, the range finder can function both as binoculars and as a means to measure the distance to a target. Snug and sleek, it fits across only one eye, and has a see-through lens that establishes visual information. With a durable carapace, it is designed to withstand water damage and even the pressure of extreme altitudes.
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» RELICS;

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‒| NINJUTSU

» SUITON;

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» UNIVERSAL;

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» ACADEMY;

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‒| TAIJUTSU

» JU KENSHI;

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» GOKEN;

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» HACHIMONTONKOU;

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» HOSHIGAKE;

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OLD BIO; minakami isao.
DEATH THREAD; n/a.
TOTAL EXP; 4,741.
EXP USED; 4550.
SIDE BAR; 0191.
EXP LOST; n/a.

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