Kirei Nightwind (Done)

[Kirei Nightwind]

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"The justice of my blades is swift and unforgiving, choose your actions carefully."

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Name(s): Kirei Nightwind
Nickname(s): Reaper, The Judge, Ookami
Age: 25
Sex: Male
Birthday: 04/23/X366
Sexuality: Straight
Affiliation: Light Mage
Rank: D

Guild: Eternal Feather
Guild Tattoo: The nape of his neck, covered by his hair a majority of the time. It is red in color and trimmed with gold.

Physical Characteristics: Kirei is a rather tall man, standing at a height of 6'3". He has a toned and athletic build, weighing in at a simple 220lbs. He is muscular, but not to the point where it would be a hindrance to his swordsmanship or provide him difficulty in maneuverability. Fair-skinned with a slight tan, Kirei is generally attractive by many standards, though he is aware that his looks will not be favored by all. His hair is jet-black in color and reaches to just above the middle of his back. Although the length could be seen as an issue to other fighters, Kirei has no issues with it himself. His eyes are deep yellow in color and always seem to hold an intent stare regardless of his current mood. Additionally, the pupils are slitted like a feline, which is perhaps a bit ironic given one of his nicknames is "Ookami." Although hidden, Kirei bears several battle scars over a majority of his torso. These scars range from piercing wounds from ballistics and spears to slashes from bladed weapons. With the exception of a tribal wolf tattoo, Kirei's back is void of any wounds or markings from battle, a clear indication that he has never turned his back on an enemy in retreat. Kirei generally has a slightly intimidating presence about him, though he tends to be quite docile when dealing with most individuals.
Attire/Clothing: On any given day, Kirei can usually be seen wearing his swordsman's garbs. The outfit is usually completely white in color and is composed of three different parts. The first part is the white sleeveless overcoat that bears black trim along the collar and around the edges of it. The overcoat is generally worn over a white, closely fitting long-sleeved shirt, the sleeves of which a somewhat loose and flowing but bound at the wrist by black wraps. The collar of this shirt is also turned upward to conceal Kirei's neck and his guild tattoo. The final piece of the outfit are the white pants, which are close fitting and bound by black wraps at the ankles, much like the shirt. Around his waist is a simple black leather belt which he has modified with two holsters on his left side for his swords. Kirei usually wears a pair of black Tabi with white trim along the bottom, allowing for superb maneuverability during fights.
Abnormalities:
-Various battle scars on his torso
-A large tribal wolf tattoo on his back

Personality: Kirei is a rather strict individual, his expectations on the integrity of others is quite high. From a young age, he was raised to have a strong sense of justice and to be able to distinguish right from wrong at a moment's notice. Because of this, Kirei can sometimes seem like a bit of a hard case. In many ways this is true, as he expresses a very low tolerance for disruptive and unlawful behavior, often going so far as to chastise those who are exhibiting said behavior. In some extreme cases, he may even take the law into his own hands and attempt to punish said individual(s).

Kirei exhibits a deep sense of camaraderie and loyalty to his friends and guildmates, keeping their safety and integrity in the highest regard. In a way, he sees himself as the unofficial bodyguard of the guild, going to great lengths to protect those he cares for. His tolerance for disrespect against Eternal Feather is minimal, a minor sign of it being enough to annoy or outright anger him. He views his guild as an extended family, more or less.

When in combat, Kirei is tactical and observant. He is incredibly aware of his surroundings, to the point where it seems as if he has 360 degree vision. This is far from the truth, however, Kirei simply has what many would call heightened awareness of his surroundings. He will often spend a few moments prior to an altercation surveying his surroundings and committing them to memory, noting anything that may be advantageous to him in the upcoming fight. Additionally, Kirei has shown the ability to be an adaptive fighter, learning from his opponents mid-battle and adjusting his own strategies and tactics to counter them.

Hobbies:
-Practicing swordsmanship- Kirei is constantly practicing his swordsmanship to keep his skills at their peak. Additionally, he finds the art of swordsmanship calming.
-Meditation- Kirei believes a heightened state of mental focus is essential to being an exceptional warrior. As such, he spends a good deal of time every day meditating to keep his senses sharpened.
-Shogi- Kirei considers himself a very skilled tactician, therefore it is no surprise that he enjoys playing Shogi quite often. He is always looking for a suitable opponent to test his tactical prowess against.
Likes:
-Swordsmanship
-Dueling
-Upholding the law
-Sake
Dislikes:
-Dishonorable Actions
-Immorality
-Weak-willed individuals
-Unlawful Conduct
Inspiration: Kirei's main reason for becoming a mage is his strong sense of justice. The very thought of someone breaking the law or causing problems for authority angers him greatly. It is on this premise alone that Kirei joined the Eternal Feather guild.
Fears:
-Above all else, Kirei fears a breakdown in authority or the justice system. This is primarily due to his own strong sense of justice.
-Kirei has a somewhat comical fear of reptiles. He doesn't exactly know why he fears them, he just goes out of his way to avoid them as much as possible.
-Kirei is quite fond of his swords, and as such has developed a fear of losing his swords. Whether by being broken or stolen, Kirei feels as if he'd be less of a warrior without them.

Augments are optional and not required.

Augment Name: Ambidexterity
Augment Description: Due to Kirei's extensive training in swordsmanship, he is able to effectively wield a blade in either hand to its full potential.

Augment Name: Heightened Observational Prowess
Augment Description: Another result of Kirei's combat training comes in the form of a higher than average ability to observe and memorize the people and layout within his surroundings. After a total of 5 posts has passed, Kirei will have completely memorized his surroundings.

Equipments are optional and not required,unless you are planning on becoming a Holder Type Mage.

Name: Deity
Rank: C
Classification: Weapon
Type: Katana
Elemental Alignment: ----
Ability: Allows for the use of Sword Magic: Deity & Demon
Material(s): Blade and handle: carbon steel, handguard: Damascus steel, handle wrapping: dyed cloth.
Appearance: Deity is a 4 1/2 foot katana (from handle to tip of the blade). The edge has been sharpened to the point where even the slightest touch is able to draw blood. The blade itself is polished to give it an almost silvery gleam and bears an inscription near the handguard in Kirei's native language that reads "Judgment." The handguard is styled in the likeness of a pair of folded angel wings and is gold in color. Deity's handle is composed of the same carbon steel as the actual blade and is wrapped in a primary layer of gold-threaded cloth while a secondary layer of blue covers the silver cloth, forming a row of triangular sections down the length of the handle.
History: Deity and its counterpart Demon were gifted to Kirei by his previous mentor in swordsmanship. Deity is believed to bear an enchantment that keeps the dark curse reputed to be within Demon at bay. Kirei has not experienced any evidence to prove the validity of this claim, but nonetheless the swords are quite exceptional in craftsmanship.

Name: Demon
Rank: D
Classification: Weapon
Type: Katana
Elemental Alignment: ----
Ability: Allows for the use of Sword Magic: Deity & Demon
Material(s): Blade and handle: carbon steel, handguard: Damascus steel, handle wrapping: dyed cloth.
Appearance: Demon is a 4 1/2 foot katana (from handle to tip of the blade). The edge has been sharpened to the point where even the slightest touch is able to draw blood. The blade itself is jet black in color and bears an inscription near the handguard in Kirei's native language that reads "Justice." The handguard is styled in the likeness of a devil's head and is silver in color. Demon's handle is composed of the same carbon steel as the actual blade and is wrapped in a primary layer of silver-threaded cloth while a secondary layer of red covers the silver cloth, forming a row of triangular sections down the length of the handle.
History: Demon and its counterpart Deity were gifted to Kirei by his previous mentor in swordsmanship. Demon is said to bear a dark curse, and as such must always been wielded together with Deity. Kirei has not experienced any evidence to prove the validity of this claim, but nonetheless the swords are quite exceptional in craftsmanship.

Kirei's beginnings are, for the most part, rather plain and uneventful. Born in a simple fishing village to a merchant family, Kirei had very little contact with the world of magic. The little contact he had was usually from accompanying his father to market trips to the larger cities in the area. As he grew older, however, he began to show an interest in weaponcraft and martial arts. His father took notice of this, noting Kirei's natural affinity for kendo and swordsmanship. At the age of 12, Kirei's father arranged for him to begin proper tutelage under the area's greatest swordsman.

Kirei's training was far from easy. The young boy was frequently subjected to grueling physical training to hone his body, usually consisting of weighted training and speed drills to increase his agility. The training would span for nearly the entirety of the day, leaving young Kirei exhausted and oftentimes barely able to move at its conclusion. Kirei, however, never complained once during his training, instead bearing the laborious training and even excelling at it above his classmates. The master swordsman was greatly impressed by Kirei's determination and will to go above and beyond his limits, eventually naming Kirei his star pupil.

Over the next decade, Kirei continued to hone his swordsman skills under the master swordsman's tutelage, easily defeating most of his classmates and even earning a reputation as the second greatest swordsman in the area. It was also during this time that Kirei developed a strong sense of justice, acting as a sort of lawbringer within his village and the surrounding area. Surprisingly, the crime rate dropped significantly due to Kirei's efforts and he was soon noticed by the less than lawful members of the underground crime ring. Needless to say, they were less than pleased with a single young swordsman thwarting their efforts on a constant basis. It was then that they began to formulate a plan to be rid of the young swordsman that was proving to be a thorn in their side.

The next three years were relatively uneventful, the crime rate had dropped to nearly non-existent. During this period of peace, Kirei devoted his time mainly to honing his swordsmanship and deep meditation to keep his mind sharp. It would seem, however, that the peace was not meant to last. During one of Kirei's meditation sessions at his master's dojo, the crime ring from before launched a full scale attack. Despite being vastly outnumbered, Kirei was able to successfully hold off the attackers singlehandedly. That was, however, until their mages joined the battle. Since he had no prior experience battling magic, Kirei was eventually overpowered and subdued. Has it not been for the intervention of his master, Kirei would have surely been executed by the crime ring.

Kirei's valiant one-man stand against the crime ring did not go unnoticed by his master. Commending Kirei on his actions, the master swordsman offered to teach Kirei magic in order to further better his skills at swordsmanship. Though initially skeptical of this offer, Kirei accepted and was thus slated to begin his training. Prior to beginning his training, Kirei's master gifted Kirei with the weapons that he would require to use the magic. These weapons came in the form of a pair of twin katana, aptly named Deity and Demon. With them, his master explained, Kirei would gain access to a powerful branch of Sword Magic which bore the swords' namesake. Kirei quickly excelled in the training, mastering both the magic and use of the swords in record time. With his training completed, Kirei's master tasked him with venturing out into the world and helping those in need. This appealed to Kirei's need to dole out justice, thus he agreed without hesitation. After saying his goodbyes to friends and family, Kirei departed his birth village and headed out into the world. Eventually his travels lead him to the doors of Eternal Feather. After explaining the task he had been commissioned by his master, the guildmaster welcomed Kirei with open arms. It was then that Kirei became the self-proclaimed bodyguard of the guild.

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Other Characters: None for the moment.

[Erik Cecere]

A really lovely profile. Simple, but well developed and nicely put together. Good job!

[Heero Villenn]

Weapon changes approved.

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