Today marks a new chapter in the grand history of the Jade Lotus Empire, as we bear witness to the end of the glorious reign of Tsuiteru Koharu. Koharu reigned as Empress, after her grandmother, Tsuiteru, stepped down from the throne. It was due to her leadership, that the Empire has risen to the skies and endured despite those that would see us fall. However, as all who live under the Celestial Order, even a mighty Empress must heed to the will of the Heavens. And when the kami speak, we listen. It is through their wisdom, blessings, and guidance that we bore witness to the rise of a new Emperor. And many in the realm were curious to see who this new Emperor would be.. The Archon and Shadow Warden of the Cabbala crawled out of the caverns, though it was not till the end of the coronation that their true treachery was brought to light. When the Archon presented our new Emperor with a symbolic gift, a bridge. While it was not said openly, her words implied that it was the Cabbala that had blown up the favored bridge of our former Empress, Koharu…setting off the chain of hostility between our Empire and Helheim. The King of Helheim called for a week’s ceasefire of hostilities and conducted himself admirably, for a gaijin. The same could not be said of his Queen who showed up to the coronation drunker than a Nekoyami on their day off and disparaging our sacred beliefs as usual. But perhaps in light of recent news, we can come to terms with our neighbors and focus on the true threat to the safety and sanctity of this realm. Of course many of the Royal Family were in attendance to show their support and solidarity. House Ryu of Helheim will always be welcome with their family in the Empire, and the blessings of the Fortunes will be spread across the realm. There were many citizens of the Empire, eager to see the passing of the throne and whether or not Derizael would receive the blessings of the Heavens. Beyond the many tails of our revered Jade Oracle, Mitsuke, the new Emperor awaits to see if his ascension to the High Seat of Heaven will be blessed by the kami. The Oracle announced that Tsugashi Derizael’s rise to the throne was ordained, and in response, thunder and storms were heard echoing across the skies as a sign of his Fortune’s favor. The new Emperor decreed that the Celestial Order would be the law of the land to provide order and stability to the Empire, where all citizens can find their place under the will of Heaven.
Court was concluded, and upon the Archon’s presentation of her offensive ‘gift’, the Emperor cleared the palace of gaijin with a roar. And the citizens of the Empire were left to celebrate amongst themselves and enjoy a bountiful feast. The lovely geisha in training, Harumi Hoshi, dazzled the Empire with her artful display of the fan dance and reciting of traditional poetry. The performance took place at the esteemed Kabuki-Cat Theater. The world trees were in full bloom with petals falling from the sky, a sign that the Fortunes found favor with the young maiko’s performance. "The Harumi Hoshi 星晴美 Helheim of Reluctant and Enthusiasm is truly inspired." – For the Jade Lotus Empire "Amazing how so few words can set a scene so perfectly” she said as she closes her eyes “all I can see is the syllables bursting." A whirl of absolute magnificence happen with her maiougi folding fans then. “I felt that I was reluctant. It was frightening. However I felt the jade tiger growling in the bounds of me” immediately she said those next words she whirls and faucets her tabi sock feet faintly to the podium. "I've constantly wanted to waltz about a reluctant for the Jade since I was a young person. I can't imagine today is the date” She then slender sneers but acts like a china doll. "Syllables bursting is a popular opening line for a haiku. It's incredible how much multiplicity can be accomplished with those finishing lines." Then she does a rapid velocity spin as blossoms just burst all over the gathering of the Jade empire as she split ends the dance. Following the show, Harumi honored those in attendance with a relaxing time in the inn, offering a tea and sake ceremony.
Though still a maiko, it was made clear that the skills of a trained geisha are in demand throughout the Empire and one should count themselves blessed by the Fortunes to find themselves in the company of such talented artists. Have you ever visited the 'Great' city of Helheim, and were amazed at their street lights? Were you off put by the constant hum of gen-rators? Have you heard of this mysterious kami of the machine? Someone has uncovered the truth! This week, we asked the question, "Does the Machine God cause infertility!?" Keep an eye out for posters, and support the JLE cause!
The past few weeks have been especially trying inside the empire. It started with reports of missing nekoyami. Then rumors of odd spiders began to circulate until these spiders seemed to have gotten sloppy with their attacks ending in leaving a trail of nekoyami witnesses to follow which divulged of so much drama… sneaking off couples.. adultery.. drug abuse and even… parental neglect!? A nekoyami named Kewt turned up missing and after an investigation a witness confirmed a strange spider’s involvement. A few days passed while rumors continued to spread and a house outside of the empire’s walls was discovered to be harboring a great number of these spiders. Follow the trails from the spiders a group of investigators was led into a crack where the old hellscape portal once stood and found themselves traversing it once again. Guided by a lost nekoyami soul going by the name Bue the Boo who was apparently to serve Buu, the prime minister of Helhiem, they ended up facing off against the bloodspeaker and unfortunately were unable to retrieve Kewt. Blueprints for some kind of super weapon and it’s creation was found however this super weapon was no where to be seen. The following events ended up in a partial evacuation of the nekoyami as the empire prepared for an attack which did come several days later. The weapon burrowed to the top of the mountain and threatened to destroy much of the empire but through the combined efforts of the empires people the threat was seen destroyed. Unfortunately the Shogun Gin Hinshoku was seen killed in the line of duty a loss many in the empire still morn. I’m told her name meant to be tarnished however accounts from the fight confirm her name was more than ill fitted in the end. For those who rose and fought for our empire, my heart goes out to you, you are our strength and the fires the burn in your hearts against the encroaching darkness of the world outside our walls is why this empire will certainly stand tall far after any of our lives have flickered out.
- Muais-Olmon-Vaorah-Rah I recently sat down with former the empress. She has issued a few statements regarding events as of late an her stances on different foreign relations pertaining to them.
First and foremost, the former empress, during her time as reignonf monarch, was kidnapped and laid curse upon by a member of the establishment known as the CCOA. Her statements regarding the incident we’re that of only wishing this incident to stay a personal vendetta against the individuals involved and not the establishment. Furthermore, the later denounced the teachings of the CCOA and though they accept members From all citizens of the realm that Jade Empire citizens associated with the CCOA should be watched carefully though strictly speaking they are more than allowed to join. Furthermore tensions with the cabbala rose high at the end of her time as empress and she simply wishes to sweep their trespasses under the rug to allow Koharu to take over in a time of relative peace. Lastly to those how survived the Hellscape, your service and dedication is greatly appreciated and if you require it you may receive free counseling and therapy for any ptsd, survivors guilt, or other trauma you may be suffering from at the infirmary in the city. - Muais-Olmon-Vaurah i have been unable to get any work done as of late due to a number of events that have made it difficult for me to make it to the palace to write. Blood beasts and Twilight Naylte have been ravaging the land. My own daughter was kidnapped by the twilight and I was stuck in a literal living hell without food for a number of days..
Anyways, the hellish portal outside the empire has been taken care of. A ritual devises to close it was compromised half way through by a Cabbalan attack. Unfortunately this ritual involved a number of our soldiers, myself included, on the other side which were left stranded after the failure with fragmented souls… Tensions and emotions stayed high as hellish monsters and Twilight Naylte attacked constantly.. I personally was captured on the second day and brought before the blood speaker that was leading the offense against us followed shortly by the Shogun and a feline knight that was accompanying he. The blood speaker cursed the two with some ritual and handed me off to the Twilight where I was tortured non-stop for nearly an entire day straight until a group came to rescue me narrowly escaping with my life. There was barely a chance to rest as the portal was repaired but a legion of the blood speakers minions poured out of it along with us. A massive battle inside leading to many injuries but ultimately victory. Though a blood curse swept through many during the fight causing them to turn blade against ally. The scars the battle left on my mind will haunt me till the day I die. - Muais-Olmon-Vaurah As many know dear Joli was found strung up and deceased in a rather gruesome display outside the theatre in the middle of town late last week. She is outlived by her husband of 24 years Keda and her two children Jeda and Dena. Keda mentioned in our interview that the two were struggling after the sudden death of their third child. He mentioned that Joli blamed herself for the unfortunate complications at birth. She had been struggling for the past year but making great strives in forgiving herself through family counseling they had been attending together. Keda mentioned she was going to catch up after their latest heart felt session, deciding the stop by the noodle shop and bring some food home from the kids’ favorite spot. But the nekoyami running the place seemed to be out for the time causing Keda to head home without her. She was a loving mother and a dedicated wife, striving to look past the recent devastation of her families loss taken away before her time.
The empire’s hearts go out to Keda and his children in their time of morning. A small ceremony of friends and family to be held in her memory will be had in the next few days. - Muais-Olmon-Vaurah The renewal ceremony was a tragic failure. Many wonderful offerings were made including some wonderful singing, I think there was some sake, the last of my birth control flowers, some green rocks, and some kind of tiny monster. But the Kami seem to have been angered regardless. The barrier shattered in a terrifying but very pretty show.. Corruption and instability from the portal are the likely causes.. Shortly after a completely disgusting creature attacked the borders near the portal. It took quite a bit but it was put down.
Efforts looking into destroying the portal have started. - Muais-Olmon-Vaurah I was responding to calls for help at the Okiya.
when I got the the scene I found some dumb ass fox standing around and the place was a wreck. Unfortunately for me he did cooperate and hand over his weapons while I detained him peacefully. The place had burn and scorch marks everywhere. He appeared possibly injured but did decline the medical services offered. He signed his name as Ragnar in the Medical liability release forms I had him signed regarding his stay. Turns out he bribed his way past the Hurd and entered the hellscape. Ended up hunting a demon or something and fell out through a portal that exploded him in the middle of the okiya. Once some processing was done he offered me an artifact from the hellscape, said it was a gorgon’s eye. I’ll have it looked into further. The guard has been relieved of duty for the time being and held liable for all costs in the repair of and damages to the okiya. - Muais-Olmon-Vaurah |
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