Learning What You Know (Mandatory Event)

[Iuchi Prashant]

Prashant walked into the evening lesson much less focused than he had in the morning - so many new people, so many new experiences, it was hard to focus!

As he went in to answer his first question, he was still thinking about what he would do when he had some free time later. He heard the word 'Saibankan' in the question, and, remembering some of his teachers speaking about the Judge, started saying whatever he remembered about the reformation of the Law system... then he said the Emerald Magistrates had been created by the first Emperor. Wrong! Should have paid more attention to the question and stuck to the basics...

For the next question: "Does the minor clan of the Mantis have Shugenja?" He smiled broadly as he heard it, remembering his conversation with Kokyou and Mai just a few days earlier. "Hai, sensei! The Mantis Shugenja are specialised in controlling the weather, and train to become..." he stops for a moment to remember what Mai had said "Thunderers! They use their abilities to make their journeys in the sea less dangerous!"

That was a lucky! He should try and seek her again later, he would like to know more about this different way of dealing with the kami!

For the final question, another sensei asked him about one of Shinsei's koans: "Two monks were looking at a flag dancing in the wind. One monk said, "the flag is moving". The other said, "the wind is moving". Which one is right?

Iuchi stopped for a while, reflecting on his lessons on Shinsei and his teaching, closing his eyes. A moment later, he opened his eyes and spoke, calmly and clearly. "It is the monks' mind that is moving at that moment, Sensei."

The sensei nods, Prash smiles at him, bowing as respectfully as he manages, and walks back, smiling as he still pondered about the deeper meaning of the Koan.


OOC:

Lore: Law: 5. - Raise called, TN 6. Fail!
Lore: Minor Clans 11. Raise called, TN 7. +2 Dojo Points
Lore: Theology14. Raise called, TN 8. +2 Dojo Points.

Total: 4 Dojo Points

[Kuni Yotsuo]

The little Kuni waits his turn to provide input on subjects that he considers to be of importance. As expected of the monk, he seems to have a good grasp of Theology, answering with accuracy. When the topic of Bushido comes up, he gives the most obvious answers that Crab would be expected to know about Courage and Duty, but surprisingly does not lack for understanding of the other tenets. And when Omens are being discussed he shows a clear understanding of that subject as well. It's clear that the Yotsuo is likely far more cerebral than physical, but that is to be expected from a family known for maintaining secret libraries and intellectual, if otherwise distasteful, pursuits.

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D1 Goat, Lore: Bushido / Intelligence, 1 CR, TN 6: 2d10 12
D1 Goat, Lore: Theology / Intelligence, 1 CR, VP Phantom Rank, TN 7: 3d10o10k2 10
D1 Goat, Lore: Omens / Intelligence, 1 CR, VP Phantom Rank, TN 8: 3d10o10k2 10

+6 Dojo Points

[Togashi Dao]

Study was far from Dao's strength, but he had absorbed enough knowledge from sheer proximity to the Dragon libraries it seemed to not make a complete fool of himself.

In fact, on his chosen subject of the war heroes of Rokugan, he managed to impress the sensei with a few little known facts.


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What you know. Lore Imperials TN4: 1d10 3 FAIL 0 points
What you know. Lore Theology TN5: 1d10 6 Success 1 point
What you know. Lore War TN8 (1 raise): 2d10o10k1 8 Success 2 points

Total
3 Dojo points

[Seppun Suzuran]

Suzuran knew about Imperials; Which made sense since she was one herself, and since she lived in the capital. She also knew a decent amount about theology, being a pious young woman. But Bushido? It wasn't so much that she didn't know much about Bushido, per say. But her actual knowledge was filtered through rose tinted glasses, an idealistic and naive view of each of the tenants.

Learning What You Know, Lore: Imperials, TN 4: 1d10 6
Learning What You Know, Lore: Bushido, TN5: 1d10 3
Learning What You Know, Lore: Theology, TN6: 1d10 8

+2 DP

[Moto Ichiro]

Ichiro hated studying, easily his least favorite part of any training. He started with subjects he could stand testing on laws and history, the war questions were harder than he expected but he had always looked at strategy and tactics rather than memorizing old wars that were long over.

Overall he did better than he expected but wasn't overly impressive.

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Learning what you know 3 rolls tn 4, 5, 6 respectively lore Law, War, History respectively: 3#1d10 9 3 8

Lore Law pass +1 dojo point
Lore War fail
Lore History Pass +1 dojo point

+2 dojo points

[Kaito Kai]

Ah, study. That was a worthwhile endeavor for any Phoenix!

Kai's good mood deflated somewhere when they heard the questions being asked.

This...none of this...was what was taught at their dojo at home. And now it was their turn to be questioned.

"I, ah, well, the growth of red moss on the side of a poplar tree is usually a sign of..."

"Rites to be observed in most temple settings include..."

They were doing so well extrapolating theological information, as well as signs and portents, from what they were taught at school! Sadly, that information was not too useful when it came to historical truth.

The irony of a Kaito not knowing history was, of course, something Kai themselves would have been unable to fully appreciate.

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Rolls Here

Lore: Omens - Pass
Lore: Theology - Pass
Lore: History - Fail

+2 Dojo points

[Bayushi Kaidan]

(Fluff added later)


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D1 Goat Event LWUK Lore Law: 7 Forgot TN 4 pass

D1 Goat Event LWUK Lore Omens TN5: 8 pass

D1 Goat Event LWUK Lore History TN6: 10 pass

[Kitsu Akio]

Given plenty of time to ruminate on his bout of anxiety during sparring in the morning routine, Akio arrived to the evening lesson early with a clear mind - this time, he was more than prepared. This test was more than within his domain.

The first question was of warfare, asking for a conflict between the Lion and Scorpion. Eager to answer as it involved his patron clan, Akio spoke of a conflict between the Scorpion and the Lion, coming to a head with the failed siege of Kyuden Ikoma in the year 533 - and the subsequent counteroffensive that led to the capture of the then-named Meiyo no Shiro, renaming it Kenson no Gakka - Humility's Lesson. Of course, the boy omitted the small detail of the wholesale slaughter of the castle's entire garrison by the Lion after they captured it. Maybe he just forgot.

The second he received was of theology - specifically, for details of the largest shrine dedicated to Bishamon, the Fortune of Strength. Unsurprisingly, the Lion shugenja was able to answer in no small detail, speaking of the priests that tended to Bishamon Seido and the ceaseless weeks of nonstop prayer when the forces of the Lion went to war - unending until their return.

The third was of history - asking the boy what led to the explosive growth of Ryoko Owari Toshi. Akio answered by detailing the rise of the popularity of opium, and of its Imperial regulation and of the lone clan that was permitted to grow the opium poppy - the Scorpion.

Lore: War (1 raise) 2d10 = 9 (TN9, +2 DP pass, raise)
Lore: Theology (1 raise) 3d10o10k2 = 12 (TN10, +2 DP pass, raise)
Lore: History (1 raise) 3d10o10k2 = 18 (TN11, +2 DP pass, raise)
Net DP 6

[Kitsune Setsuna]

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  When it was Kitsune Setsuna's turn to be called up, he breezily stood up from his seated position, voice clear as a bell and most confident with every word he spoke. Sure, he wasn't the best at yelling, but when it came to the knowledge he'd learned, history in particular, he was very proud of his knowledge. Any trace of meekness melted away like a puddle in the blazing summer sun.
  
  "In the year Eighty Nine of the Isawa Calender, a wave of uncivilized gaijin bandits began to assail the ancestral lands of the Kirin Clan, where my ancestors had been stationed as record keepers and historians for when Lady Shinjo-no-Kami and our kin would return. Before that year, our clan had served alongside the Ikoma family faithfully as scouts, huntsmen, and strike forces. The lands had been very fertile and we were clever farmers, bringing bountiful harvests every year."
  
  A small clearing of his throat, and he purposefully did not look any Lion students in the eyes for this next part. "Logically, we did not wish to lose those lands. So we petitioned the Emperor, Hantei Genji-tenno, for assistance, and due to the proximity and prior ties, the Lion clan was assigned the duty to help. More than a year of bloody conflict was spent eradicating the barbaric tribes that had invaded our lightly populated lands, but in the end they were successful. We marched to return, but were halted by the Matsu armies. The lands were cleared by the Lion, we were told, so it would remain in Lion hands. The remnants of Lady Shinjo's peoples gathered after the winter and waged war against the much larger and more powerful forces, but they could not retake the lands."
  
  "Hantei Genji-tenno had no other choice, but was wise and found a solution bring peace to both clans. He accepted the Lion annexation of the former Kirin lands to the Lion, and awarded the remnants of Lady Shinjo's people new lands in the south. These people, he declared, were now the Fox Clan, the first Minor Clan of the Empire. In addition to this, he issued a proclamation forbidding full scale warfare of Great Clans versus Minor Clans, which spared them from any further aggressions." From the Lion Clan, he left unsaid. With that, he sat back down.
  

  • Lore: Minor Clan [Fox]
    3k2 emphasis TN4 one raise
    3d10ro1o10k2
    D1 Goat Lore: Minor Clan (Fox)/Intelligence TN4, one raise: 3d10ro1o10k2 13
    +1 DP for Pass
    +1 DP for raise
  • Lore: History
    2k2 unskilled TN5
    2d10k2
    D1 Goat Lore: History/Intelligence TN5, unskilled: 2d10k2 10
    +1 DP for Pass
  • Lore: Great Clans [Lion]
    2k2 unskilled TN6
    2d10k2
    D1 Goat Lore: Great Clans/Intelligence TN6, unskilled: 2d10k2 13
    +4 DP total

[Asako Sanzo]

Sanzo had studied what little he could between the various lessons his sensei put him through. He had meant to read on the road, but he couldn't bring himself to do it, always more interested in his new surroundings and simply enjoying the travel. The young samurai did feel a need to do well, though; the Phoenix were known for their knowledge, and even bushi were no exception. He chooses topics he feels he can at least recall a little about.

He ends up doing a pretty decent job, recalling bits of knowledge about Imperials, Bushido, and Theology.


D1 Goat: Lore: Imperials/Int TN4: 1d10k1 8
D1 Goat: Lore: Bushido/Int TN5: 1d10k1 5
D1 Goat: Lore: Theology/Int TN6: 2d10o10k1 7

+3 Dojo Points

[Isawa Tanshin]

Tanshin attempted to keep a low profile, and stick with the topics he felt most comfortable with. He wasn't much of a student, but had a mind for retaining information.

He knew the basics of the Great Clans, and could recall some moderate facts regarding the History of the Empire.
He knew his Isawa Sensei would be proud as he was able to answer multiple questions regarding Theology.

In order:
Learning What You Know - Great Clans: 2d10k2 10 +1
Learning What You Know - History: 2d10k2 10 +1
Learning What You Know - Theology: 2d10k2 17 EXCEPTIONAL! +2

Total: 4

[Yasuki Rini]

Rini was really starting to feel... bad at this. At least she knew about the clans. That was something.


D1, If you don't know, now you know, Int/Lore:History, TN4; 1d10: 3, failure

D1, If you don't know, now you know, Int/Great Clans, TN 5; 1d10: 7, pass

D1, If you don't know, now you know, Int/War, TN 6; 1d10: 3, failure

1 dojo point.

[Kakita Kazuko]

Right... Lore... Kazuko cringes as the sensei announces the subject that they will be focusing on this hour... She's never been one to read up on the various subjects of the empire, rather choosing to pick up more practical or fun skills. After all, there are just far too many books to read and not enough time to read them all. There's no way she could just sit still and go through scroll after scroll after scroll. Not all books are bad though; she doesn't mind books about strategy and war but imperials and law just bore her out of her mind. Luckily she still knows the basics of Bushido and surprises herself by managing to answer just about every question on war. However, when it comes to Omens she flubs horribly and gives the wrong answer confidently, much to her embarassment. Oops!

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D1 Goat Lore: Bushido/Int, TN 4: 1d10 4 Success! (+1)
D1 Goat Lore:War/Int, TN 5: 1d10 10 Success! (+1)
D1 Goat Lore:Omens/Int, TN 8 (Raise 1): 1d10 4 Fail. (+0)

(+2 dojo points)

[Vutall]

This event closes in 4.5 hours from the time of this post. If no further posts are made, this is what stands:

Passed rolls:
Lore: Imperials: Yasuki Ginkarasu, Bayushi Jiro, Soshi Shiso, Seppun Suzuran, Asako Sanzo, Asako Saburo

Lore: History: Mirumoto Masuyo, Otomo Nobuko, Akodo Yui, Toritaka Sasaiko, Utaku Nesrin, Moto Ichiro, Bayushi Kaidan, Kitsu Akio, Kitsune Setsuna, Isawa Tanshin

Lore: Theology: Yogo Otoko, Miya Wyn, Otomo Nobuko, Toritaka Sasaiko, Kaito Haruki, Iuchi Prashant, Kuni Yotsuo, Togashi Dao, Seppun Suzuran, Kaito Kai, Kitsu Akio, Asako Sanzo, Isawa Tanshin,Asako Saburo

Lore: Law: Miya Wyn, Toritaka Sasaiko, Kakita Kenji, Moto Ichiro, Bayushi Kaidan

Lore: Bushido: Utaku Ichiro, Zashi, Akodo Yui, Bayushi Jiro, Kuni Yotsuo, Asako Sanzo, Kakita Kazuko

Lore: Great Clans (any emphasis applies to this roll): Utaku Ichiro, Mirumoto Masuyo, Kakita Kenji, Kaiu Aiichiro, Kitsune Setsuna, Isawa Tanshin, Yasuki Rini

Lore: Minor Clans (Any emphasis applies to this roll): Yogo Otoko, Mirumoto Masuyo, Kokyou, Soshi Shiso, Mai, Iuchi Prashant, Kitsune Setsuna

Lore: Heraldry: Miya Wyn, Otomo Nobuko, Kaito Haruki, Bayushi Jiro, Mai

Lore: War: Utaku Ichiro, Kaito Haruki, Kaiu Aiichiro, Mai, Togashi Dao, Kitsu Akio, Asako Saburo, Kakita Kazuko

Lore: Omens: Yogo Otoko, Yasuki Ginkarasu, Kaiu Aiichiro, Utaku Nesrin, Kuni Yotsuo, Kaito Kai, Bayushi Kaidan, Kakita Kazuko


-Players unlock advanced lore skills for their first lore training and a forbidden lore for their second lore training day

Point Rewards:
Utaku Ichiro: +3 Dojo Points
Yogo Otoko: +7 Dojo Points
Mirumoto Masuyo: +8 points
Miya Wyn: +4 points
Yasuki Ginkarasu: +3 Points
Zashi: +1 Point
Otomo Nobuko: +6 points
Akodo Yui: +3 points
Toritaka Sasaiko: +5 points
Kakita Kenji: +3 points
Kokyou: +1 point
Kaito Haruki: +6 points
Bayushi Jiro: +7 points
Kaiu Aiichiro: +5 points
Soshi Shiso: +4 points
Utaku Nesrin: +5 points
Mai: +5 points
Iuchi Prashant: +4 points
Kuni Yotsuo: +6 points
Togashi Dao: +3 points
Seppun Suzuran: +2 points
Moto Ichiro: +2 points
Kaito Kai: +2 points
Bayushi Kaidan: +3 points
Kitsu Akio: +6 points
Kitsune Setsuna: +4 points
Asako Sanzo: +3 points
Isawa Tanshin: +4 points
Yasuki Rini: +1 point
Asako Saburo: +6 points
Kakita Kazuko: +2 points

[Matsu Qiang]

[Catch up rolls for this event, at GM request]

“So, there are many aspects of bushido, some of the more important of which include Honor, and Courage, and Duty,” Matsu Qiang began. “And, sure, there are other tenets of bushido that are super important too, but the cool thing about these principles is that you can demonstrate them in battle!”

“You know, war,” he expounded. “The big fight. Combat. The conflict between man against man. What every samurai lives for! The clash of weapons. Bashing heads. Fighting for our clans and families. You know… war.”

Realizing he was repeating himself, Qiang hurried on to the next topic. “But of course even more important than just launching a frontal attack is to learn strategy by studying history. For example, in the sixth century, we learned that it’s a bad idea to attack the Dragon Mountains in the winter time. I mean, frontal attacks are great and all, but until the sixth century nobody knew that launching a frontal attack on a steep mountain while charging through a snow drift was bad!”

“But now we know better!” Qiang exclaimed, shaking a fist in emphasis. “Because of history! History is the best!”

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Day 1 Learning What You Know, First roll INT/Lore: Bushido TN4: 1d10 7 pass
Day 1 Learning What You Know, Second roll INT/Lore: War TN5: 1d10 4 failed
Day 1 Learning What You Know, Third roll INT/Lore: History TN6: 2d10o10k1 7 pass

Total: 2 Dojo Points