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Gaia Name: Arena Emperor

Name: Shimazu Yoshiyuki Izuru
Nicknames: Izuru, Izu, Izu-kun, Yoshi, the Prodigy
Age: 17
Height: 6'2
Weight: 158 lbs.
Appearance: , 1, 2
School: Yasogami?
Grade: Senior?
Homeroom: 3-1
Love Interest: Very Available and Looking ;3
Personality: Gifted but lazy, Izuru's swordsmanship and academics are quite impressive, but the consensus is that if he put as much work into it as he did in hitting on women that he would be the top of his clan in both. Unfortunately, he would prefer to spend time hitting on girls and enjoying life rather than slaving away wielding a boken or a katana. He tends to spend most of his time on lavish displays or on primping himself, making a fine art out of caring for his own body (to the point of a very strict diet for his complexion). When pushed or his brothers are threatened, however, he can become serious and in flashes, meet his great potential...to the detriment of his foes. Tall, thin, and handsome, elegant in his actions and behavior, he is an ally to women, but no lecher. An old school romantic, or a bit over the top? You decide for yourself.

He is older brother to Botan Ana Shimazu and Kenshi Shimazu, and younger brother to the Clan's Heir, Roranora Zoro Shimazu.

Bio: Born and raised in the Kyushu Province at the Shimazu Village in the outskirts of Satsuma, Izuru and his brothers are part of a long tradition of elite swordsmen trained from birth to carry on the line of their clan which has endured since before the Feudal Age. Formerly one of the Great Clans of Japan, their influence and fame slowly gave way over the years, but as their notoriety faded and their lines seemed to 'die' out, what was actually happening was a secret migration.

Now the Shimazu exist not as the famed Daimyou of Satsuma, but as a group which continues to safeguard the island of Kyushu with their unique skills. They are known as the 'Shimazu Guardian Corps', a secretive branch of the Yatagarasu with their own unique abilities and location not unlike the Tsukigata. Rather than assassinations, however, they deal with more overt supernatural threats in Kyushu and take pride in defending their homeland well. Never before has one of the Great Summoners had need to set foot onto the Island of Kyushu thanks to their efforts. But now, for reasons unknown, several of the Shimazu's best have relocated onto the mainland and taken up residence in Inaba. Izuru came with them, by his own admission, 'Because he wanted to broaden his horizons and meet some of the beautiful women of the mainland before he died.'

He has received permission to attend school at Yasogami if he likes as part of a cover, but whether or not he goes for anything other than flirting remains to be seen.

Note: Shimazu Swordsmen gain their power based on a sword they obtain by defeating a demon in one-on-one combat using only their incredible training and skill with a blade. When they slay the demon, they obtain their weapon and craft an armor and accessory from the remnants of the demon's body, which they then equip to themselves to use in their work thereafter.

Izuru's victory came over a demon known as Kazeshini, whose weapons (a set of large, twin Kusari-gama) he claimed as his own, at the age of 13. He was injured during the battle fairly seriously, and bears a scar somewhere on his body as a reminder of his carelessness, though he is loathe to show it.

Shimazu Clan Data

Weapon: Kusari-gama
Fighting Style: Smooth and unpredictable, often pulling off unusual or awkward moves with an uncommon panache. Can be a bit careless, but can also surprise you just as easily with his talent.
Arcana: Lovers
Sword Name: Kazeshini
Sword Element: Darkness (Add Dark to Phys, Strikes Dark Break)
Armor Name: Phantom Hide
Armor Element: Darkness (Absorb Dark)
Gauntlet Name: Ghost Hand
Gauntlet Element: Darkness (Dark Boost)

Equip Skills:
Power Charge [Weapon - Attack Skill]
Akasha Arts [Weapon - Attack Skill]
Null Light [Armor - Defense Skill]
Ari Dance [Armor - Defense Skill]
Mediarama [Accessory - Spell]
Hell's Judgment [Accessory - Spell]


Shimazu Style Secret Art

Dash - Drastically increase speed for attacking and dodging, True Evade Phys. For 5 turns.
Reap - Red energy surrounds the blade and it gains a Pierce effect for 3 turns. Physical strikes deal double damage from Kazeshini each time this spell is activated.
Siphon - Double Phys Damage and return 33% damage inflicted is returned to Izu as HP restoration (remains activated passively, but seals casting of all attack/healing magic).

Elemental Affinities:
Physical:
Fire:
Ice:
Elec:
Wind:
Water:
Earth:
Light: Null
Dark: Absorb
Nuclear:

Items Owned:
Kazeshini (Kusari-gama) - Weapon Equip
Phantom Hide (Light Armor Vest) - Armor Equip
Ghost Hand (Gauntlet) - Accessory Equip
Me Patra Gems (x25)
Antidotes (x25)

Social Links

Fool - Soji Seta [Locked!] [Level 0]
Magician - Open [Level 0]
Priestess - Open [Level 0]
Emperor - Open [Level 0]
Empress - Shimazu Botan Ana [MAX]
Hierophant - Open [Level 0]
Lovers - Open [Level 0]
Chariot - Open [Level 0]
Justice - Open [Level 0]
Hermit - Open [Level 0]
Fortune - Open[Level 0]
Strength - Shimazu Roranora Zoro [MAX]
Hanged - Open [Level 0]
Death - ??? [Locked!] [Level 0]
Temperance - Open [Level 0]
Devil - Open [Level 0]
Tower - Open [Level 0]
Star - Open [Level 0]
Moon - Open [Level 0]
Sun - Shimazu Kenshi [MAX]
Judgment - ??? [Locked!] [Level 0]
Aeon - Open [Level 0]
The World - ??? [Locked!] [Level 0]

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Gaia Name: Z E R O x N E O N

Name: Shimazu Roranoa Zoro
Nicknames: Zoro-sama (Towards other clansmen) Zoro-kun, Zoro nii-chan, Nii-sama
Age: 25
Height: 6'7
Weight: 245 lbs.
Appearance: , One Sword Style, Three Sword Style
School: None
Grade: None
Homeroom: None
Love Interest: Needs a wife
Personality: He is the embodiment of the Shimazu Samurai Code, priding himself in both training and dedication to the sword. He is essentially a stern, serious and distanced personality with a passion of fighting stronger opponents, but often loses his temper in a goofy and exaggerated comical style (Usually involving his brothers). He takes his training serious and trains at a supernatural feat, he also trains his brothers even though they would insist that he would not “torture” them to go on the same level as he does. In everything he does Zoro doesn’t seem like he can’t hold back, even when trying to use the blunt side of the blade against weaker opponents…they still get injured. He is extremely intimidating by both appearance and speech; even a glare would frighten anyone who is weaker than him. Reason being is that he has a monstrous killing intent that he just can’t seem to keep under control. His bushido code is high and refuses to go against it, such as he refuses to attack an opponent from behind, and believing that receiving a scar on the back is a samurai’s greatest shame. Furthermore, he has hardened himself to rarely show emotions, unless it is expressing cold heartedness or indifference, however, he is a kind man who loves his family and would do anything to protect them. He has numerous faults as listed, bad sense of directions, gets bored at most everything that isn’t fighting, goes to sleep way too often, Very slow on most things, and can eat a person out of a home.
Bio: Born and raised in the Kyushu Province at the Shimazu Village in the outskirts of Satsuma, Zoro and his brothers are part of a long tradition of elite swordsmen trained from birth to carry on the line of their clan which has endured since before the Feudal Age. Formerly one of the Great Clans of Japan, their influence and fame slowly gave way over the years, but as their notoriety faded and their lines seemed to 'die' out, what was actually happening was a secret migration.

Now the Shimazu exist not as the famed Daimyou of Satsuma, but as a group which continues to safeguard the island of Kyushu with their unique skills. They are known as the 'Shimazu Guardian Corps', a secretive branch of the Yatagarasu with their own unique abilities and location not unlike the Tsukigata. Rather than assassinations, however, they deal with more overt supernatural threats in Kyushu and take pride in defending their homeland well. Never before has one of the Great Summoners had need to set foot onto the Island of Kyushu thanks to their efforts. But now, for reasons unknown, several of the Shimazu's best have relocated onto the mainland and taken up residence in Inaba. Zoro received word of strong fighters residing around Inaba, interested he decided to go there along with his brothers. As heir to the clan Zoro must be strong enough, and training in a place with powerful warriors would be a good start. Also with his father's wishes he must find himself a wife as well, much to his dismay.

Note: Shimazu Swordsmen gain their power based on a sword they obtain by defeating a demon in one-on-one combat using only their incredible training and skill with a blade. When they slay the demon, they obtain their weapon and craft an armor and accessory from the remnants of the demon's body, which they then equip to themselves to use in their work thereafter.

Zoro's impressive victory came when a angered deity known as Asura came before the clan. An epic battle between the deity and amny of the clansmen insured. Many were brave to stand up to it, but were not enough to defeat the deity on it's own, they were just able to slow it down with wounds. Zoro came to fight the deity and defend everything that he care for. It was a long battle, that nearly killed himself in doing so..lost his left eye and received a nasty gash as a insult to injury. In the end, he beaten the Deity even though it was already weakened; leaving him with three swords (Wado Ichimonji, Sandai Kitetsu, and Shusui)

Shimazu Clan Data

Weapon: Three Katana
Fighting Style: Three Sword Style, but can use one or two at a time.
Arcana: Strength
Sword Name: Wado Ichimonji Sandai Kitetsu Shusui
Swords Element: Fire (Add Fire to Phys, Strikes Fire Break)
Armor Name: Robes of Fire
Armor Element: Fire(Reflects Fire)
Gauntlet Name: Heirloom Gauntlet
Gauntlet Element: Fire (Fire Boost)

Equip Skills:
Power Charge [Weapon - Attack Skill]
Vorpal Blade [Weapon - Attack Skill]
Enduring Soul [Armor - Defense Skill]
Heat Riser [Armor - Defense Skill]
Resist Water [Accessory - Spell]
Melt Down [Accessory - Spell]


Shimazu Style Secret Art

Sacred Shimazu arts- Three Sword Style: Dragon Fire Tornado - As the name goes Zoro spins his three swords creating a blazing tornado that cuts, burns, and blows enemies away (Pierces Phsyical, Severe Fire Damage, recharge 4 posts)

Sacred Shimazu arts- One Sword Style Yakkodori - Quickly launches his sword in a quick draw style, sending forth a then slice of flames in the shape of a bird with crescent wings towards his opponent. (Heavy Fire Damage to 1 Enemy)

Forbidden arts- The Realm of the Gods: Asura - When his anger is at the peak, limits are reach and ready to break apart Zoro utilizes his ultimate technique. A dark aura starts to eminate through Zoro's body, suddenly he recieves two arms on each side, and two more heads, and all of them are holding swords; thus becoming like deity he had defeated long ago, Asura. It isn't known whether or not this form is actually real, or whether it is a visual of the raging spirit within the samurai. One thing is for sure, the blades are real. His swords combust, turning into blazing blades. (Heavy Fire Phsyical Damage) And his skills goes through the roof. (Overall stats drastically increase.) The downfall tot his move is that after it is done Zoro becomes highly vulnerable and in pain, as if his life force fades inch by inch. (Once per-day)

Elemental Affinities:
Physical:
Fire:Reflects
Ice:
Elec:
Wind:
Water:Resist
Earth:
Light:
Dark:
Nuclear:

Items Owned:
Wado Ichimonji ,Sandai Kitetsu, Shusui - Weapon Equip
Robes of the Fire God (Light Armor Robes) - Armor Equip
Heirloom Gauntlet (Gauntlet) - Accessory Equip
Bandana

Social Links

Fool - Soji Seta [Locked!] [Level 0]
Magician - Open [Level 0]
Priestess - Open [Level 0]
Emperor - Open [Level 0]
Empress - Shimazu Botan Ana [MAX]
Hierophant - Open [Level 0]
Lovers - Shimazu Yoshiyuki Izuru [MAX]
Chariot - Open [Level 0]
Justice - Open [Level 0]
Hermit - Open [Level 0]
Fortune - Open[Level 0]
Strength - Open [Level 0]
Hanged - Open [Level 0]
Death - ??? [Locked!] [Level 0]
Temperance - Open [Level 0]
Devil - Open [Level 0]
Tower - Open [Level 0]
Star - Open [Level 0]
Moon - Open [Level 0]
Sun - Shimazu Kenshi [MAX]
Judgment - ??? [Locked!] [Level 0]
Aeon - Open [Level 0]
The World - ??? [Locked!] [Level 0]

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Gaia Name: Edens Heart

Name: Ana Botan Shimazu
Nicknames: .
Age: 15
Height: 5'11
Weight: 153 lbs.
Appearance:
School: Yasogami
Grade: Freshman
Homeroom: 1-2
Love Interest:
Personality: With a trigger-hair temper and a tendency to resort to violence for even the simplest thing, Ana is simply not someone to be messed with. Her thirst for battle rivals even that of her eldest brother's, Zoro, and her ferocity truly shows in combat situations. Domineering and confident, she very strongly believes in the concept of tough love, and will not hesitate to dish out punishment to any evil doers who dare annoy her with their foolish antics! Izuru, I am looking at you. Even still, her love for her brothers runs strong, and she will not hesitate to do whatever it takes to keep them safe, should the situation ever arise. Unless, of course, she is the threat to them, but it's best to leave that rock unturned.
Bio: Born and raised in the Kyushu Province at the Shimazu Village in the outskirts of Satsuma, Ana and her brothers are part of a long tradition of elite swordsmen trained from birth to carry on the line of their clan which has endured since before the Feudal Age. Formerly one of the Great Clans of Japan, their influence and fame slowly gave way over the years, but as their notoriety faded and their lines seemed to 'die' out, what was actually happening was a secret migration.

Now the Shimazu exist not as the famed Daimyou of Satsuma, but as a group which continues to safeguard the island of Kyushu with their unique skills. They are known as the 'Shimazu Guardian Corps', a secretive branch of the Yatagarasu with their own unique abilities and location not unlike the Tsukigata. Rather than assassinations, however, they deal with more overt supernatural threats in Kyushu and take pride in defending their homeland well. Never before has one of the Great Summoners had need to set foot onto the Island of Kyushu thanks to their efforts. But now, for reasons unknown, several of the Shimazu's best have relocated onto the mainland and taken up residence in Inaba. Ana followed her brothers' leads dutifully, partly out of respect and sibling bond, and partially out of the fear that they would "do something stupid." Someone has to keep the idiots in line, after all.

She has received permission to attend school at Yasogami if she likes as part of a cover, an interesting thing to grant to one so likely to seriously injure any particularly annoying students.

Note: Shimazu Swordsmen gain their power based on a sword they obtain by defeating a demon in one-on-one combat using only their incredible training and skill with a blade. When they slay the demon, they obtain their weapon and craft an armor and accessory from the remnants of the demon's body, which they then equip to themselves to use in their work thereafter.

Ana slayed the demon Hibagon, a mythical beast of legend, at the age of 12. With his bones she created Uires Terrae, an elegant blade of sharp and deadly precision, Lux Mundo, a dagger used in her offhand, and several nifty pieces of bone-based jewelry. As a parting gift, the demon scared her face with two twin marks, which she tattooed over with red as an attempt to cover the imperfection.

Shimazu Clan Data

Weapon: Sword and dagger combo
Fighting Style: Swift and savage, Ana will fiercely and heavily attack; reckless but powerful.
Arcana: Empress
Sword Name: Uires Terrae and Lux Mundo (image depicted in default pic)
Sword Element: Earth (Add Earth to Phys, Strikes Earth Break)
Armor Name: Elusive Hide
Armor Element: Earth (Absorb Earth)
Gauntlet Name: Bone Plate
Gauntlet Element: Earth (Earth Boost)

Equip Skills:
Magnadyne [Weapon - Attack Skill]
Maha Magnas [Weapon - Attack Skill]
Null Water [Armor - Defense Skill]
Auto-Marakukaja [Armor - Defense Skill]
Marakunda [Accessory - Spell]
Matarukaja [Accessory - Spell]


Shimazu Style Secret Art

Concentration - 1/3 chance of dizzy alongside sword strike for a single turn. Must recharge for 3 turns before another use.

Cleansing Fires - Blue flames dance on the battlefield as Ana slashes her sword in wide arcs, restoring some health of allies, while dealing medium fire damage to a random enemy(s).

Miasma - A thin layer of smog covers the area, disabling any and all healing magic from enemies for 3 turns. (3 turn cooldown)

Elemental Affinities:
Physical:
Fire:
Ice:
Elec:
Wind:
Water:Null
Earth:Absorb
Light:
Dark:
Nuclear:

Items Owned:
Uires Terrae & Lux Mundo (sword and dagger)- Weapon Equip
Hunter's vest (Leather vest/pant combo - light) - Armor Equip
Bone plate (Gauntlet) - Accessory Equip
Me Patra Gems (x25)
Antidotes (x25)

Social Links

Fool - Soji Seta [Locked!] [Level 0]
Magician - Open [Level 0]
Priestess - Open [Level 0]
Emperor - Open [Level 0]
Empress - Open [Level 0]
Hierophant - Open [Level 0]
Lovers - Shimazu Yoshiyuki Izuru [MAX]
Chariot - Open [Level 0]
Justice - Open [Level 0]
Hermit - Open [Level 0]
Fortune - Open[Level 0]
Strength - Shimazu Roranora Zoro [MAX]
Hanged - Open [Level 0]
Death - ??? [Locked!] [Level 0]
Temperance - Open [Level 0]
Devil - Open [Level 0]
Tower - Open [Level 0]
Star - Open [Level 0]
Moon - Open [Level 0]
Sun - Shimazu Kenshi [MAX]
Judgment - ??? [Locked!] [Level 0]
Aeon - Open [Level 0]
The World - ??? [Locked!] [Level 0]