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settings:cahyali:raikougan [2024/04/03 16:11] – [Laws & Governance] aieslwzsettings:cahyali:raikougan [2026/01/18 23:40] (current) aieslwz
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 ==== Laws & Governance ==== ==== Laws & Governance ====
-The government of Raikougan is a shogunate, led by Shogun Arashi Hachiman (as of 10081). The official name of this shogunate is the Arashi Federation. While they have been allowed to function more or less independently for the past 750 yearsRaikougan has technically been special administrative region of Ruefang, and has followed Ruefang's laws. They put less emphasis on dueling in the Archipelagoalthough dueling laws are still in effect.+The government of Raikougan is a shogunate, led by Shogun Arashi Hachiman (as of 2557). The official name of this shogunate is the Arashi Federation. Their laws are very similar to Ruefang's: a holdover of their days as part of the country. In additionthere is complex web of social rules and politeness guidelines that, while not exactly codified in the booksis still crucial in day-to-day Raikoujin life. 
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 +  * Assault and battery: Incarceration from 1-5 years. 
 +  * Theft: Corporal Punishment of 10-20 lashes depending on what was stolen. 
 +  * Disparaging Remarks against Leadership: Fine of 500 gp. 
 +  * Worship of Demons & Fey: Fine of up to 5,000 gc and possible incarceration for up to 15 years. 
 +  * Ownership of another intelligent humanoid creature: 20 years Incarceration or Exile 
 +  * Political Corruption and Bribery: Incarceration of up to 10 years 
 +  * Hunting Sacred Animals: Incarceration of up to 20 years 
 +  * Defying Orders of a Superior: Corporal Punishment, Incarceration, or Execution depending on degree 
 +  * Polluting the Natural Environment: Execution 
 +  * Murder and rape: Execution 
 +  * Treason: Kaze-no-shi
  
 **Kaze-no-Shi:** **Kaze-no-Shi:**
-The Raikougan abides by most of the rules of the mainland, however some differences exist. The practice of kaze-no-shi, "wind death," is a punishment reserved for the highest of crimes, and to the Raikoujin, that’s treason. When an individual betrays their lord or warlord it is considered to be betraying Raikougan herself. Warlords are held to a similar standard as by the Storm’s Oath, they must obey the commands of the shogun. +The practice of kaze-no-shi, "wind death," is a punishment reserved for the highest of crimes, and to the Raikoujin, that’s treason. When an individual betrays their lord or warlord it is considered to be betraying Raikougan herself. Warlords are held to a similar standard as by the Storm’s Oath, they must obey the commands of the shogun. 
  
 The practice involves going before a Warlord or the Shogun during an Autumn Hurricane, where they recite a poem to convey their shame and regret for their crime. They then must wound themselves on their left leg and right arm, then walk out in the wilderness while the storm rages. There has yet to be a documented case of someone surviving this. The practice involves going before a Warlord or the Shogun during an Autumn Hurricane, where they recite a poem to convey their shame and regret for their crime. They then must wound themselves on their left leg and right arm, then walk out in the wilderness while the storm rages. There has yet to be a documented case of someone surviving this.
  
-For more information on the Raikougan Archipelago, its role in the 10081 civil war, and its notable leaders, follow this link: [[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nZ3VivVeJketRdGDDnMsXQi_gopG8ziRR4qgq9a1Xcc/edit?usp=sharing|Raikougan History  & Overview]]+For more information on the Raikougan Archipelago, its role in the 2557 civil war, and its notable leaders, follow this link: [[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nZ3VivVeJketRdGDDnMsXQi_gopG8ziRR4qgq9a1Xcc/edit?usp=sharing|Raikougan History  & Overview]]
  
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 The sea is also viewed as a god that provides the Raikoujin with fish and allows travel between islands. The annual cyclones that affect the Raikougan are referred to as the Storm. While outsiders may view it as a malevolent entity, the Raikoujin see it as a being that makes them strong through the hardship it puts them through. Thus, they have a more neutral view on it. Mages are viewed as holy figures as they see them as those with the power to affect and even control the spirits.  The sea is also viewed as a god that provides the Raikoujin with fish and allows travel between islands. The annual cyclones that affect the Raikougan are referred to as the Storm. While outsiders may view it as a malevolent entity, the Raikoujin see it as a being that makes them strong through the hardship it puts them through. Thus, they have a more neutral view on it. Mages are viewed as holy figures as they see them as those with the power to affect and even control the spirits. 
  
-While traditional worship of the [[:gods|Fourteen]] is not particularly frowned upon, few temples to them exist and priests attempting to proselytize are generally looked upon with disdain, if not outright told to stop. Divine magic is normally welcome, as long as it used to heal and not harm.+While traditional worship of the [[:gods|Thirteen]] is not particularly frowned upon, few temples to them exist and priests attempting to proselytize are generally looked upon with disdain, if not outright told to stop. Divine magic is normally welcome, as long as it used to heal and not harm.
  
  
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 A blended family of halflings and draconic lizards, formed from the union of Kentarō Ryuji and June, a Ley'Orkian immigrant. They are well known for being skilled fighters, with many Kentarō scions joining the military or training in the magical arts. This skill has been needed, however: after the decline of the Raiden family, the Kentarōs found the duty of fending off the Blood Hawks on their shoulders.  A blended family of halflings and draconic lizards, formed from the union of Kentarō Ryuji and June, a Ley'Orkian immigrant. They are well known for being skilled fighters, with many Kentarō scions joining the military or training in the magical arts. This skill has been needed, however: after the decline of the Raiden family, the Kentarōs found the duty of fending off the Blood Hawks on their shoulders. 
  
-The current leader is Kentarō Ryou, a draconic halfling and adventurer((Played by Seth Eaton (@repeat__) )). He took over in name after the death of his father, Ryuji, but many of the family's affairs are being run by June until Ryou is ready to take on the responsibility of rulership.+The current leader is Kentarō Ryou, a draconic halfling and adventurer((Played by Shay Eaton (@repeat__) )). He took over in name after the death of his father, Ryuji, but many of the family's affairs are being run by June until Ryou is ready to take on the responsibility of rulership.
  
 === Bakuhatsu === === Bakuhatsu ===
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 There is only one leader, known as the //**Kasha**//, who is always rumored to be the worst of the lot: the most sadistic, the most cruel, and the most bloodthirsty. If there are ever two individuals with a claim to the title of Kasha, they fight to the death and the victor claims dominion over the Blood Hawks. Many Kashas are denoted with a number - first, second, third, etc.  There is only one leader, known as the //**Kasha**//, who is always rumored to be the worst of the lot: the most sadistic, the most cruel, and the most bloodthirsty. If there are ever two individuals with a claim to the title of Kasha, they fight to the death and the victor claims dominion over the Blood Hawks. Many Kashas are denoted with a number - first, second, third, etc. 
  
-However, the most recent Kasha (as of 10081), a Giantkin, was so emblematic of these "virtues" that he was simply titled //the// Kasha. This man disappeared without a trace in 10040, leaving the Blood Hawks scattered, weakened, and leaderless ever since. He was rumored to have reappeared in Ruefang in 10081 during the [[history:modernagec#the_ars_machina_incident|Ars Machina Incident]], but was then killed by Kentarō Ryou.+However, the most recent Kasha (as of 2557), a Giantkin, was so emblematic of these "virtues" that he was simply titled //the// Kasha. This man disappeared without a trace in 2516, leaving the Blood Hawks scattered, weakened, and leaderless ever since. He was rumored to have reappeared in Ruefang in 2557 during the [[history:cahyali:modernage#the_ars_machina_incident|Ars Machina Incident]], but was then killed by Kentarō Ryou.
  
 The symbol of the Blood Hawks is a red bird with its wings outstretched on a black or gray background. Many of its members will display this symbol with a pin or patch somewhere on their armor or weaponry. Specific sects of the Hawks may adjust this symbol in different ways to signify their more specific allegiances. The symbol of the Blood Hawks is a red bird with its wings outstretched on a black or gray background. Many of its members will display this symbol with a pin or patch somewhere on their armor or weaponry. Specific sects of the Hawks may adjust this symbol in different ways to signify their more specific allegiances.
  
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