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Mystic Art: however, feel that the Tominogoshi could become a
Master: “Soranotabi” The ability to fly is gained neutral group should they ever open their eyes to the
through much training, concentration and sacrifice. mission of the ninja clan.
This skill can be used to perform many tasks includ- Beginner
ing escaping and traversing obstacles. Beginner level students have rare responsibilities
Weapon Options: outside of duties of maintenance at the compound.
• One-Handed Sword • Articulated Weapons Rarely, beginner students are requested to join on
missions where large forces are required. These stu-
• Stealth Weapons • Fistload Weapons dents are used for espionage or gathering other infor-
• Staffs and Polearm mation about the size of the forces the more seasoned
students will face.
Relationships With Other Groups Intermediate
Musuko No Sento No- Enemy Sanzo- Neutral Near the end of the intermediate curriculum (1st
Katsunoka- Neutral Takashiro- Neutral Degree Black Belt) the student may become a guard
of a building of choice on the compound. This re-
Kurai Hitokage-Neutral Tominogoshi- Enemy quires the ninja to have quite a reputation in the dis-
trict or nation of Japan (Points of Renown totaling
Kushihara- Enemy Nakatashi- Neutral
500,500). Should a building be already guarded the
Yakama- Neutral “Anchisukiru no Kotai” tournament will begin where
the Head Elder will devise a contest of some sort to
Musuko No Sento No= Enemy
determine who is the fitting champion of a building.
The Musuko No Sento No are the enemy of the
Uchitori Ninja Clan because the Musuko No Sento Advanced
No scoff at the efforts of the Uchitori. Ever insulting Achieving the advanced rank is the true sign of
them saying the Uchitori are “kids playing ninja”, the acceptance for the Uchitori Ninja student. Advanced
Uchitori have grown to have a deep distain for the ninja may plan their own missions, select and lead
disrespectful members of the most hated dojo in all their own forces using Intermediate level ninja in the
of Japan. To gain retribution from the disrespect re- name of the Uchitori to move the clan’s mission for-
ceived, the Uchitori often target the Musuko No Sen- ward. Most of these missions must be in the direc-
to No dojo, stealing valuable resources from them tion of eradicating the human trafficking of young
and intentionally leaving the Birds of Flight Mon- boys and girls and training them to become ninja.
dokoro behind as a reminder.
Expert
Kushihara= Enemy
Expert level students are considered masters and
The complicated relationship between the are invited to give their input when decisions are be-
Uchitori and Kushihara is as old and complex as the ing made. Expert level students are also responsible
differences between the philosophies that created the for teaching all ranks of students, and continuing
ninja and samurai schools of thought. During the their training of Mystic Arts. Exemplary students are
early formation of both groups several missions in- able to become Head Elders for their dedication to
volved the two fighting from opposing ends of a mis- the Uchitori Ninja Clan.
sion. The series of conflicts, assassinations, digres-
sions, and clashes have created a long standing rival-
ry where neither member of the opposing group is
safe when enemy paths cross.
Tominogoshi= Enemy
The Uchitori Ninja Clan understands how the
Tominogoshi view them through the same lens used
to cast judgment upon other ninja clans of Japan.
Often the Uchitori Ninja Clan will try to showcase
how they also are trying to change the world through
their work to form an alliance with the Tominogoshi,
however, because they do not adhere to the traditions
of the warrior such an alliance can not be formed.
The label of “enemy” is a loose description in that the
Uchitori must remember to remain ever defensive in
the face of Tominogoshi members. The Uchitori,
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