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「 affliated rp blog for Shimazu Toyohisa of (Drifters) 」noted trigger warnings of /violence & blood/ Housed in district Alpha || Given two wooden swords

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Hey, can you give me some advice on writing a horse ride and a sword fight for my WIP? I have no idea what any of technical terms are!

(Hey there! I certainly can!

Terms and phrases for riding horses (with a fight scene in mind!)

Walk, trot, canter, gallop - paces.

Halt = asking the horse to stop

Aids = instructions given to the horse, by the rider

Mount/Dismount = to get on/off the horse

Vault = to swing onto the horse, generally whilst it is moving

Contact = pressure/’feeling’ on the reins, between the riders hand and horses mouth. (used to direct the horse - see a little more about using the reins in this post - on writing horses in your WIP)

Near side = left side of horse

Off side = right side of horse

Hindquarters = horses rump/back end

Lame = A limping horse

Sound = a horse that isn’t lame 

Rein back = asking the horse to step backwards

Half -Halt =when the rider asks the horse to pay attention a little

Transition = When the gait changes, (walk to halt, trot to canter, etc)

Rear = When a horse goes up on its hind legs

Buck = when a hors eputs its head between its front legs, and throws its hind legs up

Baulk = When a horse hesitates, or refuses to go forward

Spook = When a horse shies at something, and jumps

Haute Ecole = an ancient method of training horses for war

Barding = Armour used on horses. (It’s old timey knight stuff, but it might be what you want. More about that here)

Sword fighting terminology

(!!! I’m the first to admit I know next to nothing about swordfighting, only what I’ve researched for my own WIP. This terminology is from here, the brilliant Lisa Shea.)

Advance - a short forward movement.Blade - the length of metal that is used for attacking or defending (i.e. the entire metal length beyond the guard).Boar’s Tooth - a guard where the sword is before your front right leg.Deflect - actively change the incoming sword’s speed or angle by hitting it with your own sword (or foot etc)Diagonal - Moving forward diagonally forward - right.Edge - the sharp side of the blade. Japanese blades were typically single edged, while Medieval swords could have both sides sharpened.Empty Fade - Leaping backwards as if to fade but immediately leaping forwards again.Fade - Leaping backwards while leaving the feet in the same orientation.False Edge - the back / trailing edge of the sword, usually the one you do NOT intend to cut with.Front Guard - a guard where the sword is held vertically in front of your face.Full Iron Gate Guard - a guard where the sword is halfway between your right and left legs, angled right.Fuller - a groove running down the length of the blade. I have some books which claim this is a “blood groove” to help blood flow out of an enemy but other books which seem more reliable say it’s to help the sword come out of a body without being caught (it breaks the suction).Grip - the part of the hilt you grip with your hand for control.Guard - a cross-piece on the hilt that keeps your hands safe from your opponent’s weapon sliding down the length of your blade. Also called a cross-guard.Guard - (meaning #2) - a position of safety, a pose where you can defend yourself from attack.Guard of the Woman - a guard where the sword is over your right shoulder, behind your back.Half Iron Gate Guard - a guard where the sword is held before your left leg.Hilt - the generic name for the entire part of the sword near your hands, the part that is not the blade.Long Point - a guard where the sword is straight out from your chest, with your arms extended.Lunge - leaping forwards while leaving the feet in the same orientation.Pass Back - Taking a step backwards by moving your front foot into the rear position.Pass Forward - Taking a step forwards by moving your rear foot into the front position.Pivot - Rotating 180 degrees while keeping the front foot stationary.Pommel - the knobby end of the hilt, used by the second hand for a ball-in-socket pivot point in many moves, or merely as a counterweight in one handed attacks.Posta - the Italian word for guard, as in a position of safety.Posta drill - a series of movements from guard to guard, to help you learn the guards.Retreat - a short movement backwards.Shed - to allow a sword to slide away off your sword without trying to impede / change it, so you are then free to attack or move.Short Guard - a guard where the hilt is at your hip and the sword is pointing up and forward.Slope - moving diagonally backwards back and left.Stance - the position your body is in to be ready for an attack or defense.Step Across - Rotating 180 degrees by crossing the front foot across the back foot and then turning in place.fTail Guard - a guard where the hilt is at your hip and the sword is pointing behind you.Tip - the pointy end of the blade.True Edge - the front / leading edge of the sword, usually the one you intend to cut with.Two Horn Guard - a guard where the sword pommel is at your chest with the sword pointing out.Window Guard - a guard where the hilt is at your ear and the sword points forwards.

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;; hey guys! so despite working two jobs, i don’t make that much money because they’re on campus jobs. i also lost a lot of money for this next paycheck because of spring break, where i don’t get shifts from either job. i would benefit a lot from a little extra money per month so i’m doing rp icon commissions. 

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{ Shimazu Toyohisa TV Tropes }

Absurdly Sharp Blade: His nodachi and wakizashi.

Anti-Hero: The Unscrupulous Hero. He revels in battle and is a Blood Knight, but he's an honorable person and is genuinely willing to help the elves, unlike Nobunaga.

Bearer of Bad News: Since he lived 18 years after Nobunaga's death, Toyohisa breaks the news rather harshly that everything that Nobunaga had striven for had collapsed and Toyohisa himself died in the last battle of a crumbling era.

Beat the Curse Out of Him: Toyohisa does some form of this to Joan by throwing her into a well while pounding her, as seen when her pyrokinetic powers fade and her madness subsides somewhat. Unusual in that Toyohisa had absolutely no wish to do that (he had honestly no way of knowing that would happen), and that he left her alone after that, because he believes there is no honor in killing a woman.

Berserk Button: Doing something dishonorable like killing innocents or raping prisoners. Dissing the Shimazu clan is a more comedic one.

BFS: That nodachi is almost as tall as he is.

Blood Knight: If his usual slasher smile wasn't already a dead giveaway, take note that his first kill on the battlefield was at age 14.

Brilliant, but Lazy: In terms of combat tactics, Toyohisa is right up there with Nobunaga. However when it comes to long term political strategies and conspiracies, many consider him an incapable idiot. However, Nobunaga believes it's not a matter of Toyohisa being incapable of such cunning, but rather he just decided not to bother trying in the first place and focus solely on combat. Nobunaga goes on to say that this was probably a trait he got from the rest of the Shimazu clan, as he states they had a lot of talent and potential in many fields of governing, but combat was always their top priority above all else.

Catchphrase: When going for the kill on someone in particular, often a commander of some kind, he'll demand that they "Leave [their] head here!" This is lampshaded by Olminu when she's discovered by them as she freaks out over the "'Leave your head here' Ghost".

Combat Pragmatist: Certainly not to the extent of Nobunaga; but in their duel, Hijikata states that, Toyohisa has no samurai honor since he keeps using hit-and-run tactics. Toyohisa rebukes his claim by stating that there is no such thing has honor in a true fight to the death, and that going all out against opponent, while using whatever resources or tactics at your disposal, is a sign of respect.

Contrasting Franchise Main Character: Toyohisa's outfit is prominently red, as opposed to Alucard's black one. While both are eager for a fight, Alucard has this tendency to play with his food while Toyohisa's good side is much less ambiguous. While Alucard is an Invincible Hero with New Powers as the Plot Demands, Toyohisa is a Badass Normalwho is usually outmatched.

Covered with Scars: Given how we're first introduced to Toyohisa and his near constant suicidal tendencies in fights, is it any wonder his body is riddled with battle scars? And after his bout with Hijikata Toshizō, his growing collection shows no signs of slowing down.

Expy: A Hot-Blooded and slightly dense young samurai in a red leather jacket brings to mind Sanada Yukimura from Sengoku Basara.

Fearless Fool: Much to the lament of his comrades. They are constantly vexed at how Toyohisa can be such a highly competent general and such a reckless battle idiot at the same time. Everyone develops their own pet theory behind his behavior with most his close allies believing he was raised like this, and with most enemies believing he is genuinely insane. In truth it's a little from column A, a little from column B, and a whole lot from column C.

Genre Savvy: Toyohisa surprisingly realizes that the Drifters propping themselves up as rulers is likely to end really badly (particularly since the Orte Empire they are overthrowing is, like them, human and it's unlikely that the Elves are going to be happy exchanging one set of human rulers for another).

Honor Before Reason: He'll show mercy to any enemy that discards their weapons and will never kill a girl. Unless they've done something like raping prisoners.

Humble Hero: A rare seinen version. It's clear to everyone around him that, Toyohisa has the talents and skill of a great general, but he himself has never, and probably will never, view himself this way. No matter his accomplishments he has always seen himself a "brat of the battlefield" unfit to be held in such high regards.

I Shall Taunt You: Olminu comments half-seriously that although he doesn't do it deliberately, Toyohisa is a genius at provoking his enemies into fits of rage and frustration, as Joan of Arc, Hijikata Toshizo and even the Greater-Scope Villain EASY found out the hard way.

Idiot Hero: Not that it stops him from being a scarily competent strategist when he wants to be.

Improbable Age: At only 30 (and, this being a seinen manga, that's acknowledged as pretty damn young), he's an odd choice for commanding La Résistance, compared to the much older Nobunaga... however, you have to remember that Toyohisa has been fighting wars since he was a teenager, and thus already has over 10 years of experience under his belt, which make his talents more believable.

Katanas Are Just Better: Toyohisa's katana can easily cleave through armour and even break the swords of the Orte Empire without losing its edge.

Loophole Abuse: When fighting a soldier of the Orte Empire, Toyohisa snaps that anyone who doesn't speak Japanese should die. Yoichi snidely asks if that means he's going to kill the two elf children, so Toyohisa promptly teaches them to say "Help me!" in Japanese.

Magnetic Hero: A seinen version of types 2 & 4 for demi-humans, with type 5 reserved for the OCT members and his fellow Drifters. It's shown early on that despite most people seeing him as a terrifying killing machine (which he definitely is on the battlefield), Toyohisa posses a natural talent in breaking down cultural barriers and turning almost anybody he meets into an ally (and even they are scared of him at times). The first example of this was when he convinced the elven serfs to kill the Orte knight for massacring their people despite not understanding Japanese. He gets along best with the Dwarves however since they both have similar traits thanks to both belonging to a warrior clan/race.

Morality Chain: He serves as one along with Yoichi for Nobunaga. And is slowly becoming one for Yoichi as well.

Not Afraid to Die: Toyohisa's main mindset, which borders dangerously close to that of a Death Seeker, what with his repeated use of suicidal attacks, remarks about wanting to die a glorious warrior's death, and his belief that his death would be used as fuel for his comrades to achieve more in their pursuits. This outlook on his own life has unnerved friend and foe alike. His companions are especially fearful of this, knowing that without him all their plans will fall apart, and are constantly trying to talk him out of this way of thinking.

Not So Different: Olminu thinks that the way he fights makes him no different from the Ends.

Off with His Head!: Likes to do this to his enemies in battle.

Pet the Dog: Toyohisa tells an elf not to kill an unarmed soldier.

Proud Warrior Race Guy: Toyohisa is extremely proud of his Shimazu lineage and any sort of dissing of the clan is a huge Berserk Button for him, though it's mostly Played for Laughs.

Pure Is Not Good: Oda calls him pure when he doesn't want Toyohisa to dirty his own hands, yet he's an Anti-HeroBlood Knight who loves cutting off his foes' heads.

Replacement Goldfish: Played with in Chapter 13, with Nobunaga hinting that he may see Toyohisa as a replacement for his lost son. He's quickly shot down by Toyohisa. So he promptly ribs him about being a replacement for his father instead. This pushes one of Toyohisa's many Berserk Buttons, leading to an improptu Big Ball of Violence Yoichi joins in for absolutely no reason.

Rousing Speech: Prone to giving one of these before each battle. Nobunaga mentions that one of Toyohisa's greatest talents is to be able to get people to willingly follow him onto the battlefield. A good example is when he gives an epicTired of Running speech to a bunch of desperate refugees and soldiers begging for the Drifter's help to stop the, Black King's genocidal army. Most of it involved him flat out challenging their resolve to fight for survival, the result of which gains him more manpower for the cause.

Samurai: He is a member of the Shimazu noble family, who fought in the Sengoku period's civil war.

Sheath Strike: Aram is on the receiving end of a brutal beatdown with Toyohisa's sheath.

Shirtless Scene: Barely three chapters in and the only things covering his torso are a few bandages.

Shut Up, Hannibal!: How does Toyohisa deal with the trolling garbage spewing from Rasputin's mouth? Why he just kills his soldiers and beats the crap out of his political pawns in front of him. That would shut most evil manipulative bastards up. Not that Toyo was really listening in the first place.

Sword and Gun: Toyohisa's weapons of choice are his katana and a flintlock firearm.

"Well Done, Son!" Guy: In a sense. He's not as obsessed about it as some other characters, but although his father is already dead Toyo is determined to make him proud by killing as many enemies as possible. It's hinted that this may stem from his dad being so pleased with him when he killed an enemy in his first battle.

Wouldn't Hit a Girl: He wouldn't kill one, as is his personal code, but he does kick Joan in the gut, then knock her out with a headbutt when she refuses to surrender.

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Not Afraid to Die: Toyohisa's main mindset, which borders dangerously close to that of a Death Seeker, what with his repeated use of suicidal attacks, remarks about wanting to die a glorious warrior's death, and his belief that his death would be used as fuel for his comrades to achieve more in their pursuits. This outlook on his own life has unnerved friend and foe alike. His companions are especially fearful of this, knowing that without him all their plans will fall apart, and are constantly trying to talk him out of this way of thinking.

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@coluberfoxii

My muse(s): Shimazu Toyohisa ((these also apply to Kambei))

Do I know your muse(s): yes | no | a little | tell me about your muse

Setting: our verse | my verse | your verse | modern | alternate universe | other [CITTAVERSE]

Pre-established relationships? yes | no | depends on the relationship

Possible relationships: friends | classmate | co-worker | roommate | family, real or adopted | dating or blind date | married | friends with benefits | unrequited love | lending a hand | teacher - student | rivals | allies | partner-in-crime | enemies | protecter - guarded | business partners | spy - infiltrated | manipulator - manipulated | star-crossed | first meeting | other

I’m in the mood for: fluff | angst | horror | romance | humor | crime | hurt / comfort | action | supernatural | slice of life | crack | dark threads | light threads | any genre | multi-para | shorter para | one-line | any length | plotted threads | unplotted threads | other

Feel free to: message me ooc | message me ic | tell me your ideas | write a starter | answer one of my opens | send a meme | reblog this with your preferences - let’s find common interests!

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Toyohisa! Question! What is your favorite thing to do besides battling and taking heads?

「 “A good hot bath is great after battle, as well as a long nap!!” 」

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A quick and easy plotting guide

Send me ✔ and I will bold my preferences for your muse!

My muse(s):

Do I know your muse(s):  yes | no | a little | tell me about your muse

Setting: our verse | my verse | your verse | modern | alternate universe | other

Pre-established relationships? yes | no | depends on the relationship

Possible relationships: friends | classmate | co-worker | roommate | family, real or adopted | dating or blind date | married | friends with benefits | unrequited love | lending a hand | teacher - student | rivals | allies | partner-in-crime | enemies | protecter - guarded | business partners | spy - infiltrated | manipulator - manipulated | star-crossed | first meeting | other 

I’m in the mood for: fluff | angst | horror | romance | humor | crime | hurt / comfort | action | supernatural | slice of life | crack | dark threads | light threads | any genre | multi-para | shorter para | one-line | any length | plotted threads | unplotted threads | other

Feel free to: message me ooc | message me ic | tell me your ideas | write a starter | answer one of my opens | send a meme | reblog this with your preferences - let’s find common interests!

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❀ - Giving them a flower/flowers

「 As he was moving along the street, wooden weapons tucked away, Toyohisa suddenly blinked to see a young woman jump in front of him and moving flowers in front of his nose. “ … “ He didn’t speak for a few moments, head trying to form words as he crookedly smiled. Normally people he knew got flowers at the time of a death as condolence, or when arriving back from a battle– he had done neither of those. Reaching a covered hand though, he took the bunch of flowers and plucked one from the rest. 」

「 Carefully and slowly, he placed it behind the young woman’s ear, smoothing her dark hair a little. “One for you.” 」

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Trope

Official Character Tropes: ( I’ll be a nice shit and give 2 per ask )

Catchphrase: When going for the kill on someone in particular, often a commander of some kind, he’ll demand that they “Leave [their] head here!” This is lampshaded by Olminu when she’s discovered by them as she freaks out over the “‘Leave your head here’ Ghost”.

Humble Hero: A rare seinen version. It’s clear to everyone around him that, Toyohisa has the talents and skill of a great general, but he himself has never, and probably will never, view himself this way. No matter his accomplishments he has always seen himself a “brat of the battlefield” unfit to be held in such high regards.

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Smut Starter Call

Send a number and (m/m,f/m,f/f) in for a starter/drabble to be written based on the gif.

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send one for my muse’s reaction to your muse ---

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alternatively send ‘ + ‘ after the symbol for the roles to be reversed where possible !

✘ = hugging them . Δ = playing with their hair .  ❤ = kissing them .  ₪ =  asking them out for dinner . ☀ = giving them a gift of ___ ( asker’s choice ) . ♘ = stabbing them . ♕ = bowing down before them . ♒ = lying to them .   ✿ = buying them flowers . ☾ = being found shirtless . ♢ = reading them a story . ☂ = giving them their jumper to keep warm . ✎ = speaking in a different language . ✏ = teaching them a different language . ▄ = telling them a joke . ♬ = singing to them . ☹ = insulting a loved one . ஐ = slapping them . ✂ = threatening them . ❃ = dancing with them . ▤ = falling asleep on them . ☮ = waking them up after a nightmare .  ♣ = discovering them crying .  回 = patching a wound .  ✮ = stargazing . ▓ = caught stealing their belongings . ☽ = wandering alone at night . ♡ = complimenting them . ≡ = offering a place to stay overnight . ☢ = falling over . ✦ = being well-dressed . ❂ = wiping blood off their face . ◎ = taking care of them while ill . ☁ = being caught in the middle a storm with them . ⇕ = holding their hand . ↱ = being lost with them . ☠ = pushing them against a wall .

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For every “Trope” I get, I will post a TV trope for my muse.

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Your Pokemon Team!

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1-800-how’s my portrayal?

This mun is now accepting feedback! 

Please remember there’s a difference between hate, constructive criticism, and giving praise because you don’t want to hurt someone’s feelings.

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Headcanon Game - A to Z (NSFW)

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fairy-tail-babes:

Hey guys! I thought I’d so something fun this weekend, so I did my best to sexualize the alphabet and turn it into a headcanon game!

So here’s how it works. You send me a character (or a few), and the corresponding letters that you want me to answer for them!

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redxdrifter:

「 His eyed blinked for a second as he heard the name of the fake animal. Polar Bear….it was a new type of animal to him, and though it wasn’t alive, the Samurai was still kind of wary.  」

「 Reaching out with a armor covered arm, he spoke. “I’d very much like to I guess.”  」

“Yeah! Touch him! He’s soft!”

Steven thought maybe playing with toys was for little kids, but admiring them was okay. He admired them and held them, and occasionally made them move and talk, but that wasn’t the same thing as a baby playing with toys.

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「 Taking the stuffed Bear into his hands, Toyohisa held onto it, partly smiling at the softness and how well made it seemed. “This is very nice-- Ice Bear is nice...” Were his words as he pet the stuffed toy on the head. 」