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[Momo.Chii] Sayomi Miyake; Sojutsu / Legendary Master Ni
Topic Started: Feb 4 2009, 03:03 PM (67 Views)
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Name: Sayomi Miyake

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Gender: Female

Age: 26

Birthdate: May 1

Birthplace: Nagoya, Japan

Campaign Alliance: She's tries to remain neutral, though growing up in Chubu sometimes makes her support the Toyotomi clan

Occupation: Traveler, occasionally hired as a body-guard

History:

The Miyake's weren't a very well-known family, but still somewhat prosperous thanks to their excellent Dojo located in Nagoya, Japan. They couldn't boast a large class size, but they had enough, and no one doubted that the Miyake's were very good teachers of martial arts. 26 years ago, the master of the school was Takuma Miyake. He and his beloved wife, Umeko, lived happily watching over the Dojo, and when Umeko announced that she was pregnant, they thought life would only get better. On the first of May, she gave birth to their daughter, Sayomi. However, there were complications, and Umeko died just a few days later. Takuma was crushed, left without a wife, and disappointed that he didn't have a male heir that could take of the Dojo one day.

As soon as she was old enough to talk and walk, Sayomi tried anything she could to please her father, but he only seemed to distance himself from her, letting random family members deal with her instead. It was unknown whether this was because he blamed her for killing Umeko, or that it was two painful considering how much she looked like her mother. Still, Sayomi was always determined to gain his approval. One day, when she was 5 years old, she was trying to escape her "nanny" (again), when she found herself outside one of the practice rooms at the Dojo. She was never allowed inside one of the classes, because she was a girl, but that day she found a crack in the wall, and watched her father teach a lesson of Karate. She was immediately fascinated. Their movements were so strong, yet graceful, and her father in particular looked so passionate about it. From that moment on, she was determined to learn karate herself.

As much as she could, Sayomi would sneak away and watch the lessons from the shadows, and then she would go somewhere secluded to practice herself. This went on for five years, until one day, when she was practicing by herself late at night, her father caught her. Takuma initially was angry that she had been spying on them. It was a strict rule of the Miyake dojo that girls were not allowed to do martial arts. However, in the brief moments he watched his daughter, he suddenly saw untapped potential in her, and perhaps the only way he could finally try and be around his only child. This way, she was more like a son, instead of the daughter who carried too many sad memories of his wife. For the next 4 years, Takuma continued to teach Sayomi in secret. Their relationship wasn't exactly a normal, loving father-daughter one, but at least this was her father was actually looking and speaking to her, which was enough for Sayomi.

It was when she was 14 years old, though, that her life would change dramatically. It had started out as a normal day. She had gone into the market of Nagoya for some errands, but it was a nice day out, so instead of going straight home, she went to a nearby field to practice. Though out in the open, hardly anybody wandered by, so she figured she was safe. However, in the middle of her karate routing, a woman interrupted her. Sayomi was initially fearful of being caught, but to her surprised, the oddly-dressed woman asked if she wanted to spar. Sayomi agreed, and what she thought would be a few minute tussle, turned into many fights that lasted the length of the afternoon. At the end, the older revealed that her name was Ryoko Magura. Also known as, the Legendary Master Ni.

Needles to say, Sayomi was completely shocked. Coming from a marital art's heritage, of course she knew tales of the legendary nine, but she could never have imagined that she would meet one. The truth was, Ryoko had been thinking about training a disciple, since she wasn't exactly getting any younger, and she had always secretly hoped she could find a girl who might be worthy of the title one day. Sayomi had a long way to go, but she had the determination, and she had the potential to be a great fighter, just like what her father saw. Ryoko, of course, asked permission from Takuma, and he had no reason to refuse. Though he had become closer with his daughter, the truth was she would never inherit the dojo on her own because she was a girl, and Sayomi had indicated that she had no interest in settling down for a long time. There were still other male family members who could help him, so only with a somewhat heavy heart, he said goodbye to his daughter.

The next decade flew by for Sayomi. She traveled all across the country with Ryoko, learning about different traditions, politics, and off course studying how to fight. Their main focus was Sojutsu, as it was the style of Master Ni, thought she also studying sword fighting, aikido, and continued her karate. While she loved the new lifestyle, she went through hard times too. The training was by no means easy, and she would get caught up it all sort of trouble with her sensei, usually from various challengers who wanted to take Ryoko's title by force. Shortly after Sayomi turned 24, Ryoko was nearing her mid-forties. One day, just when they were traveling the countryside, her sensei suddenly challenged her to a duel. Figuring it was just a normal sparring session, Sayomi didn't think much of it. However, a few minutes into it, she realized Ryoko was fighting with her all...it even looked like her intent might be to kill. Sayomi returned the favor, and fought seriously. It was an exhausting battle, but at the end, something amazing happened...Sayomi won. It was the first time she had ever beaten her sensei in a real fight. Ryoko just smiled, and handed Sayomi her Yari. "Congratulations...Legendary Master Ni."

Life has been going well since Sayomi gained her title. She occasionally visits her father, or Ryoko, but in general she is still traveling the country. She takes simple jobs here and there, like body-guarding, in order to earn some cash. Overall, though, her goal is to defend her hard-earned status of Legenday Master as long as she possibly can.


Characteristics
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Physical Appearance: Sayomi is a lean, but fit young woman, thanks to the fact she's been ttraining and fighting her whole life. She stands a little taller that most japanese girls, at a height of 5'6". Her hair is deep brown color, so much so that it can be mistaken for black. It's extremely long, falling past her lower back, but she usuallt ties it back into a ponytail or braid. Her eyes are a unique shade of amber, almost appearing to be red most of the time. Her skin is fair, despite the time she spends outside, but here and there on her body you can find various scars, proof of all the work she's gone through.

Clothing and Armor: Wanting to be prepared for battle any minute, her outfit is something that can still look nice, but it's also practical. Adopted from chinise fashion, she wears black pants that go a little bit past her knee, with a black, sleevless tunich on top. But then she has black arm covers that pull up to her mid-bicep, and end loosely at her hands. On her feet, she wears a simple pair of black slippers. She also has kimonos for dressier occasions, and armor for more serious fights, but on a daily basis, this suits her fine.

Personality: Sayomi always had a bit more of a tomboyish personality, though she blames her upbringing. Growing up in a dojo without a mother didn't exactly bring out her delicate side, and her sensei wasn't exactly the perfect picture of a lady either. Despite that Japan is still very much a man's world during this ear, she's never been afraid to speak her mind, or stand for what she believes in. She'll treat you with respect and kindness if you do the same, but if you cross her than you're on your own. Sayomi was also always independent, perfectly fine with spending time on her own, and especially now she just needs to look out for herself. Her life on the road doesn't allow for many friends, but if she chooses to protect something she will take care of them no matter what. To those who gain her trust, she will be fiercely loyal to them.

Martial Artistry

Martial Arts Type: Dou

Martial Arts Path: Katsujinken (to specify, she has no qualms about killing, but she usually kills for the sake of protecting herself or someone else, not just for fun)

Primary Martial Arts Style: Sojutsu - The martial art of wielding a spear

Secondary Martial Arts Styles:

Aikido (Grappling, Japan)

Karate (Stiking, Japan)

Kenjutsu (The art of the Japanese Sword, Japan)

Weapons: Straight-edged Yari (Japanese Spear), and though profficient in Kenjutsu, she does not usually carry a katana.

Rank:

7th Dan (Legendary Master) - Sojutsu

3rd Dan - Kenjutsu

9th Kyu - Karate

6th Kyu - Aikido

Master: Ryoko Magura

Disciple: She doesn't have one at the moment, but she wouldn't mind having one

Dojo/School: Originally taught at the Miyake Dojo
Edited by Momo.Chii, Feb 9 2009, 07:33 PM.

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well momo as always looking good post here when ya done and ill give it a once over and another mod will approve ya with me
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Well Momo ya got my stamp

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Thanks Miya :D

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:cool: One more and your golden :artist:
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Well executed. Approved
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