Tengu Warrior

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[kujoutengu]

Kujou Sara (Genshin Impact)

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> Your seemingly typical cold, distant/aloof/reserved, calculating individual. However, underneath her facade lies a passion that will scorch everything in its path.

> Was adopted into the prestigious Kujou Clan after being given a vision as a young child, and raised to be a warrior that would secure the clan’s future and prosperity.

> Was raised strictly to the point that, even in the present she holds herself to near impossible standards of perfection, and is her own harshest critic.

> Has a strict daily training schedule in order to be at her best

> Is a tengu by birth who was raised among humans. Manages to fit in for the most part but she still retreats to the forests and mountains when she can.

> Does everything in fives, because five is a very nice number.

> Doesn’t like sweet foods since they make one complacent and lazy. She prefers quick and easy foods that she can eat while on the go.

> Her loyalty and dedication to the Shogun is absolute, and borders on unhealthy at times. This dedication is the envy of many.

> Is a warrior through and through and her battle prowess speaks for itself.

> Spinning tops are where it’s at. Let It Rip.

> Do not mess with this girlboss, or it’ll be the last thing you ever do.

> Fatui dni, because she will hunt down every last one of you.

[ishegayorfontanian]

As far as he knew, Mrs. Kujou was a reliable source. Or at least that's what Lyney hoped – because, if it were otherwise, he wasn't at all eager to be placed under her infallible scrutiny. Anyway, what was the main topic there? Ah, yes! The investigations. It was his job as a journalist to chase after information, and the truth was that Lyney was starting to get impatient. “But are you sure you haven't discovered anything? Nothing at all?”, he insisted, notebook in hand. “Any suspicious conversation? Anything out of place?” – he already knew the answer, unfortunately. And as difficult as it was to dampen the spirits of that aspiring journalist, Lyney felt that perhaps this story wasn't going anywhere.

Sighing, he put away his notes and crossed his arms. “Well, if this isn't going to work out for now,” he started, and it was easy to see from his face that he would return to that topic at some point. "What do you think about teaching something about self-defense? I can write an article about it. It seems important."

[kujoutengu]

"I am positive. There have been no suspicious individuals anywhere near my office nor the training grounds. There has also been no suspicious conversations other than the rumours circulating across campus that everyone already knows." And which several had been debunked.

"...having a course, or at least a class on self defence would not be a bad idea. Every student could benefit from having the knowledge and skills to protect yourself from others." Especially if there was truly a murderer lurking around on campus.

"You can never be too careful, or safe."

[doublemasked]

An involuntary chirp comes from him as he sees her. Of course, he knew her, her reputation more than preceded her in terms of her martial skill. But mostly he remembers her from...

That time he was illegally in a portal in Inazuma?

"If you're here to arrest me,"

"I'm preeetty sure you don't have jurisdiction here, just saying!"

@kujoutengu

[kujoutengu]

"If I am going to arrest you, it would be for any infraction you cause while being in this city." And if she were a part of any sort of faction that would allow her to do so.

She took a moment to look the man over, noting that he looked familiar. "Have we met before?"

[solecean]

"Officially? Nothing. But it's a popular time for couples to hold their weddings because of the fair weather. I guess that's what makes it romantic. If you ask me, though...the best part about Spring is being able to read a book outside without freezing."

[kujoutengu]

"I suppose it would only be practical to hold such occasions when the weather is favourable." No one would want to attend a wedding outdoors in rain or snow, after all.

"The nicer weather also makes for optimal training conditions; though the cold can be overcome, it is more preferable to be warm when practising, or doing any sort of activity."

[einwish]

At the crossroads of a street, the light turns green. A woman starts crossing it alone while carrying a bag of some kind.

What's more curious to the drivers is the small white animals that follows at her heels a few moments later while carrying a book between its tiny mouth. At first it pads along at normal speed, but when the pedestrian crossing light starts flashing, its steps speed up until it's scampering across the street.

It manages to reach the sidewalk on the other side just as the lights change to green with a final leap. The weight of the book throws off its balance as it lands, sending it skittering into the ankles of the woman it'd be following just moments ago.

§ Kyu~! §

Kyubey sprawls on the sidewalk, book by his side and ears covering his face as stops to recover his breath.

⋆˚🐾˖ @kujoutengu ⊹ . ݁˖ .

[kujoutengu]

After having picked up various groceries and other necessities, Sara had begun the trek back to Fibonacci Ward. At first she didn't notice anything amiss; her gaze was focused in front of her, making sure that she didn't accidentally run into anyone. However, she noticed several gazes directed downward.

It wouldn't be until she made it safely to the other side of the street that she would feel something connect with her ankles, prompting her to look down like others did just moments before.

A strange, white catlike animal was sprawled out before her, a book resting at its side. Kneeling down, Sara set her bag to the side as she looked the animal over.

"Are you alright? You're not hurt, are you?"

[kujoutengu]

She looked at a rather strange basket filled with eggs that appeared on her doorstep.

"What is this, and why is it here?"

[kujoutengu]

@fellabsolve

Sara's arms folded across her chest as she studied the student in front of her. He wasn't one she knew well, if at all; he wasn't a part of her clubs or sporting teams, though he had seen him on campus a few times. Why he was currently snooping around the training grounds and her office remained a mystery, and was the reason she was standing in front of him now.

"Mind telling me what you're doing here outside of club hours?" Unless he was here to join, but she had her doubts he was interested in archery.

[kujoutengu]

@ishegayorfontanian

"For the last time, Lyney, I have told you everything I know." Which was basically what everyone else knew about the supposed murders and disappearances. She had decided to take it upon herself to do some investigating, but every time she tried to take that first step, she was plagued by the journalism student and his shadow.

"When I learn more, I will be sure to inform you after the relevant authorities."

[kujoutengu]

@deceivior

"Your stance and form have greatly improved," Sara said, giving Vio a rare smile. She had a feeling he would take to archery like a duck to water, and was happy when he had proven her assumption correct.

"With a bit more training, I think you will be in fine form for when we are able to host a competition." Normally she would be in charge of organizing such an event, but due to the recent rumours and happenings, all such events were suspended until further notice.

[sparklingsplendor]

"Hey there Sara! You got my really small favor of a message right? About getting some training bows for us?" The request really was already risky as it was. With how many rumors were being thrown around about the students vanishing odds were she'd have to go behind the backs of the administrative board.

But here she was, asking the archery instructor of all things in hopes her IOU might check out...

"Look we aren't gonna be shooting any real arrows on stage or anything. Foam ones colored correctly, soft tips, the whole shebang. No ones gonna get hurt at all! So help a fellow girl out? Scratch my back and I can scratch yours with you know, whatever you need."

@kujoutengu | s.c

[kujoutengu]

Sara had been preparing the target range when Sparkle's voice caught her attention. "Yes, I did, and I have already prepared the arrows for your use," she said, gesturing to a pile of foam tipped arrows that were resting in their owl holder off to the side.

"I do not know if you have received the proper clearance for such an activity or not, so I took it upon myself to ensure proper precautions were taken." Not to mention she had a feeling that Sparkle wouldn't take no for an answer.

"Just ensure that they come back in one piece. This equipment is rather expensive, and I am not certain that there is anymore money in the budget to replace them.

Also keep an eye out for any suspicious activity." With the rumours going around, the last thing Sara wanted as for her bows to end up in the hands of a murderer.

[descensionstar]

after a moment, it dawned on the Traveler that the footfalls weren't matching the rhythm three sets would take, pausing to check around. sure enough, the young Kujou Sara had taken to exploring in her own way. to see a friend's childhood in such manner was a new experience — it was typically stories or visions that time outside of the present would reach her. histories already inked or carved, but this iteration was different. not an illusion or echo, but a living and breathing entity who could engage with the world around her.

pulled out of time like a lost traveler who had taken the wrong turn somewhere along the way. many a child in her position would undoubtedly be alarmed and distressed, but she had been more resistant than anything. like her adult self, all things considered, she was handling things relatively well. on the upside, being a shade of the past, it meant Sara knew everything about her, and how best to handle any scenario that might arise. not by maintaining order as an authority figure, but an adult like any other whose inner child carried pain.

outside Lumine's gaze upon the child, Paimon hummed thoughtfully. ✦well, she didn't appear until you came inside, so maybe the opposite is also true. but we were told you can't get out until you're whole. we haven't figured it out yet, but everyone seems to be having a tough time in here. someone's bound to find a way and spread the word so we can all get out.✦

[kujoutengu]

If there was one thing Sara was known for, it was her resilience. A strict, harsh upbringing, which followed an even harsher life as a lone child surviving in the forests without her parents had shaped her in ways that many would see in a negative light. Even Mizuki mentioned to her once that, despite her respect for Sara's mindscape, she wondered what sort of trials the tengu had to endure to get there.

Given everything in her life, there were some things that were best left unsaid or explored. It was a good thing that no one knew or understood what she had gone through to get to this point, and it was not something she was keen on revisiting. Yet in the back of her mind Sara couldn't help but think that her child self would no longer give her that luxury.

Turning to Paimon and the Traveller, Sara's brow furrowed. "You can't leave this place until you're whole?" she asked, looking back over to her child self who seemed intent on ignoring them for the moment. "Does that mean I need this child to become a part of me? How does one do that? And is this also true of yourselves as well?" Leaving, then, might not be so simple of a matter. Even if they found the door, there would be no guarantee that they would be able to step back through unless the conditions were met.

Yet they had to keep pressing forward. Even if they couldn't leave, they could at least mark the exit for when they were able to.

[heretic-of-the-divine]

A reasonable response from her side, and to his surprise, even one he partially agreed with. Because was it not also how he operated himself? Even if it went against his principles, he officially did work for Her Majesty and would describe himself as quite the loyal subject. It was an alliance forged through a mutual goal, and as long as those goals aligned, he had no reason not to follow her for the time being. So in that regard, he could understand her.

“It is a very fragile and delicate power-dynamic, riddled with opportunities of exploitation, to have a god not fall into this temptation is not only admirable, but rare.” And besides, gods had to earn the people’s loyalty and devotion, it would take a lot of work on the divine part to garner the trust needed for such a relationship. “Still, I do concur with you, Inazuman. It appears we can see eye to eye on something after all.”

What a breath of fresh air it was not to be immediately met with hostility around these parts.

The Doctor listened to her explain her sentiment, sharp eyes following her every word, every move as she spoke. Now this would determine her character and whether or not she deserved any sympathy from him (not that he was capable of such a thing in the first place). And as he listened, his eyes narrowed behind the mask, tilting his head upwards to look down on her. The Tengu started out well, but her conclusion was not what he wanted to hear. It was simply the wrong answer.

“You had doubts, and yet you disregarded your own feelings and morals for the whims of a god?” His tone had shifted, gone was the artificial friendliness, making way for his indifference. “What has your god done for you to deserve such selflessness from you? What had she ever given you in return to justify the hunt and slaughter of your own people? Does this not make you as unjust and cruel as the divine hand that guides you?”

[kujoutengu]

"It is definitely not a dynamic to take lightly. From what I know, most nations revere their archons, and have a positive relation to them." This was especially true of Liyue and Mondstadt, and she heard of the same for Natlan too. Of course there were some exceptions, such as her own nation and that of Fontaine, and Sumeru was in turmoil for a bit, if the stories she heard was true. "However, I am aware that this is not always the case; in regard to Inazuma, there is much to be done in order to fix our relationship with the archon, and some within do not revere her at all." Or were at the very least wary of her. Had she remained who she was, Sara would have taken offence to that. Her experiences with the war, and with the traveller, allowed for her to open her mind to new and different perspectives. As a result she could not fault others for not holding their archon on a pedestal, or in any sort of positive light.

The questions he uttered were hard to stomach, but she would not shy away from answering.

"My archon saved my life, bestowing upon me a vision that protected me from near certain death as a child. Is that not enough of a reason to devote my life and service to her?" Even with her doubts, she could not forget this fact, which influenced her every decision still to this day.

"...I will agree that such devotion doesn't justify the lives that were lost, whether at my hand or that of my soldiers. It will be something I carry with me for the rest of my life which I can never atone for." She knew she, along with the rest of the Tenryou Commission were responsible for the lives lost during the Vision Hunt Decree. She also knew she could never make it up to the families whose loved ones would never return home. "However, that doesn't mean I should simply give up and abandon everything, including my archon. I owe it to the lives that were lost to continue, and to strive to make Inazuma a better, safer place so that such injustices never take place again.

If this makes me unjust and cruel in your eyes, and the eyes of others, then so be it. I will not shy away from what was done, nor excuse my actions. The decree was wrong, as was the war that resulted from it, and I will shoulder this weight with every fibre of my being." To her that was also part of being a warrior, and simply who she was.

[kujoutengu]

//Going to go ahead and post a starter call for the new event! Capping this at three, but castmates are exempt from this!

Sara's event info can be found HERE.

I will be getting to these, along with my other drafts starting on Monday!

[kujoutengu]

Ofiuco U Event Info

Despite living in the Fibonacci sector of campus, Kujou Sara can be found training herself and her students in Cotes.

Sara is first and foremost an Archery Instructor, as well as a coach to the various university sports teams. This makes her a member of the faculty.

She has heard rumours of students vanishing across campus, and that a killer may be responsible. As a result she has taken it upon herself to investigate said rumours in the hopes of keeping her students safe.

[descensionstar]

it was a natural course of action for the officer — which had Paimon's head shake with a weak smile. ✦that's Inazuma's law enforcement for ya.✦

since the dismantlement of the Vision Hunt Decree and negotiations with Watatsumi Island initiated, there was never a doubt the island Nation would see true peace return to its shores. they had seen plenty evidence since, and the unwavering spirit of keeping order had persisted through reconfiguration of what form that should take. so much progress had been mad in such a short time.

there were plenty of regret in the woman, her critical lens of obedience during said time had it surprise that the form her alternative took on was that of childhood rather than the perceived dog of an oppressor. few stories went long without such difficulty, and given her family, Sara shouldered plenty even before taking up arms.

"that would be appreciated. we don't plan on leaving anyone behind here, but knowing what way you managed to break in through will make getting others out easier if we get separated". she followed Sara's lead, occasionally glancing towards the younger with a little trepidation whenever those wary looks were cast their way.

✦hey... Sara? what're we going to do about her? she's part of you. even though we've got to help others, we can't just ignore that you're in the same boat as us now.✦

[kujoutengu]

"Agreed." Now they just needed to find something to mark their way. She didn't have many arrows that could be used, so the group would need to find something to use as a marker. "Surely there has to be something around here we can use," she muttered, more to herself than anyone else.

Her child self, meanwhile, had begin to wander from the group and over to a desk of sorts that stood nearby. She could hear the whispers about her to her older self, but for once kept her mouth shut instead of telling them off. They were still humans, and humans were beings to be wary off. No good would come from conversing with them unless absolutely necessary.

Turning her attention away from her search, Sara went into thought. "I'm...not sure. I assume that when we leave, she will simply disappear. She shows no hostility or ill will, and I am hesitant to leave her to her own devices." Especially since the little tengu had a obstinate personality that would get her into trouble, or she did before her adoptive father quashed it. "Is there anything that can be done? If she is a part of me, then is there a way to return her to myself?" The questions sounded odd, like something out of one of Guuji Yae's light novels.

[animasend]

"People often associate the language of flowers to romance as well as the season meaning one of rebirth or the 'blossoming' of new love."

[kujoutengu]

"I see. Back home spring symbolizes new beginnings, as well as rebirth. However, I do not know of many who would ascribe new love to it." Then again, she didn't know many people, nor was a romantic herself.

[kujoutengu]

"What does spring have to do with romance?" Sounded like something out of one of Yae Miko's light novels-