Kakita Masayo
Kakita Masayo serves as the yojimbo (bodyguard) to Doji Haruki , the Crane Clan representative in Plum Tree Onsen Village . She is a highly skilled swordswoman, trained in the renowned Kakita Dueling Academy, and her primary duty is to ensure Haruki's safety and honor.
Appearance: Masayo is a striking woman in her late twenties, with a slender yet athletic build. Her long, white hair is usually tied back in a neat bun, highlighting her sharp, elegant features. Her eyes are a piercing blue. Masayo wears the traditional attire of a Kakita samurai: a white kimono with blue accents and the Crane Clan mon (crest) proudly displayed. Her daisho (pair of swords) is always at her side, and she moves with the grace and precision characteristic of her school.
Personality: Masayo is the epitome of Crane Clan elegance and discipline. She carries herself with poise and confidence, embodying the virtues of her clan. She is calm under pressure, courteous in her interactions, and fiercely loyal to Doji Haruki. Masayo is also highly competitive, striving for perfection in all she does, especially in her swordsmanship. Her dedication to her duty and her honor is unwavering, making her both a formidable warrior and a reliable protector.
Swordsmanship: Trained at the Kakita Dueling Academy, Masayo is a master of Iaijutsu (quick-draw technique) and dueling. Her speed and precision with the blade are exceptional, making her a deadly opponent in combat.
Tactics and Strategy: Masayo is not just a skilled fighter but also a keen tactician. She understands the importance of positioning, timing, and psychological warfare, often using these to her advantage in protecting Haruki.
Perception and Alertness: Her role as a yojimbo requires constant vigilance. Masayo has honed her senses to detect threats and anomalies in her surroundings, ensuring she can react swiftly to any danger.
Masayo was born into the prestigious Kakita family and showed an early aptitude for swordsmanship. She trained rigorously at the Kakita Dueling Academy, where she excelled and earned recognition for her skills and dedication. After completing her training, she served in various capacities within the Crane Clan, earning a reputation as a reliable and honorable samurai. Her exemplary service led to her appointment as Doji Haruki's yojimbo, a role she accepted with great pride and responsibility.
Relationship with Doji Haruki: Masayo and Haruki share a professional but respectful relationship. She views her duty to protect him as a matter of personal honor and clan pride. While Haruki's social and diplomatic skills often place him in the spotlight, Masayo is content to remain in the background, ever vigilant and ready to defend him at a moment's notice. She respects Haruki's abilities and trusts his judgment, providing him with unwavering support.
Relationship with Shiba Ryuji: Since the earthquake, Masayo and Ryuji have been working closely together. They have formed a mutual trust. Ryuji respects her discipline, and Masayo is begining to see the value in Ryuji's flexibility. There is some gossip that they may be romantically entangled.
Appearance: Masayo is a striking woman in her late twenties, with a slender yet athletic build. Her long, white hair is usually tied back in a neat bun, highlighting her sharp, elegant features. Her eyes are a piercing blue. Masayo wears the traditional attire of a Kakita samurai: a white kimono with blue accents and the Crane Clan mon (crest) proudly displayed. Her daisho (pair of swords) is always at her side, and she moves with the grace and precision characteristic of her school.
Personality: Masayo is the epitome of Crane Clan elegance and discipline. She carries herself with poise and confidence, embodying the virtues of her clan. She is calm under pressure, courteous in her interactions, and fiercely loyal to Doji Haruki. Masayo is also highly competitive, striving for perfection in all she does, especially in her swordsmanship. Her dedication to her duty and her honor is unwavering, making her both a formidable warrior and a reliable protector.
Skills:
Swordsmanship: Trained at the Kakita Dueling Academy, Masayo is a master of Iaijutsu (quick-draw technique) and dueling. Her speed and precision with the blade are exceptional, making her a deadly opponent in combat.
Tactics and Strategy: Masayo is not just a skilled fighter but also a keen tactician. She understands the importance of positioning, timing, and psychological warfare, often using these to her advantage in protecting Haruki.
Perception and Alertness: Her role as a yojimbo requires constant vigilance. Masayo has honed her senses to detect threats and anomalies in her surroundings, ensuring she can react swiftly to any danger.
Background:
Masayo was born into the prestigious Kakita family and showed an early aptitude for swordsmanship. She trained rigorously at the Kakita Dueling Academy, where she excelled and earned recognition for her skills and dedication. After completing her training, she served in various capacities within the Crane Clan, earning a reputation as a reliable and honorable samurai. Her exemplary service led to her appointment as Doji Haruki's yojimbo, a role she accepted with great pride and responsibility.
Relationship with Doji Haruki: Masayo and Haruki share a professional but respectful relationship. She views her duty to protect him as a matter of personal honor and clan pride. While Haruki's social and diplomatic skills often place him in the spotlight, Masayo is content to remain in the background, ever vigilant and ready to defend him at a moment's notice. She respects Haruki's abilities and trusts his judgment, providing him with unwavering support.
Relationship with Shiba Ryuji: Since the earthquake, Masayo and Ryuji have been working closely together. They have formed a mutual trust. Ryuji respects her discipline, and Masayo is begining to see the value in Ryuji's flexibility. There is some gossip that they may be romantically entangled.
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Age
29
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Pronouns
She/Her
Sex
female
Gender
female
Eyes
piercing blue
Hair
white hair is usually tied back in a neat bun
Weight
slender
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