Shimigata Yamashi

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

Exile has kept Yamashi's body fit and lean, and built an immunity to general diseases. Constant training has kept Yamashi's muscles strong, and as a result his body has an above average build.

Body Features

Yamashi's skin is a gold-tan, the result from time spent in the sun. He has very thick hair, often swept back or tied up in a ronin-knot. Yamashi's body type is fit, but not too bulky that would interfere with his motion, similar to a swimmer's body.

Facial Features

Yamshi's face follows the structure typical of persons of eastern origin, with his face slightly more round than that of a westerner. Across his right cheekbone is a scar from where an arrow grazed his face. He keeps a constant clean shave, very rarely allowing facial hair to grow out.

Identifying Characteristics

Years of training and combat have made their mark on Yamashi, as his body is covered in cuts and scars. Most have healed over, but some fresh marks remain.One of the most apparent being a finger-length scar on the left-hand side of his stomachl, from when he was stabbed with an arrow by Daichi. The right shoulder blade bears the family crest of the Shimigata,

Physical quirks

Right-handed; Walks with confidence; Stands tall and alert most of the time

Apparel & Accessories

When out of his armor, Yamashi typically wears a simple dull green travel tunic, with travel boots that have added support on the soles. His armor is a deep crimson, with brown accents. The symbol of the old Nehan army resides on the chest and shoulder pauldrons of the armor. The helmet's mask details an ancient depiction of the god Bena. On the forehead resides a golden crest, starting with a wide oval form and ending with two prongs outstretched to the sky. The armor has seen battle a many, and displays these with worn paint and scratches.

Specialized Equipment

The naginata Yamashi wields in battle has an inscription running down it's blade, sigils detailing a world of fire. A small ornament hangs freely from the end of the shaft, near the blade. It is a small version of the crest on his helmet.
His katana also has a similar inscription to the naginata, this one detailing a world consumed by an eternal winter. In contrast to the crimson armor, the katana's handle is a icy blue.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Seeks a better and safer life for his family; desires a more fitting ruler in Nehan.

Savvies & Ineptitudes

Proficient in reading expressions and talking to others

Social

Religious Views

Has religious views, but not a devout follower like @Gerwin.

Social Aptitude

Puts the necessary force in the words that he needs to; makes his thoughts on matters known; extremely confident whenever way of life is threatened; self-aware; holds himself to same standards as the retainers of the daimyo; he wants to be decent around others rather than dirty and uncivilized.