Ronin Otokodate or Botherhood: Iron Fans
Family: Hideyoshi “Sekisui” Takao
Nickname: Sekisui (Quartz)
Background: Hideyoshi Takao, originally from a coastal province, lost his family during a raid by marauding pirates. Stripped of his land and title, he wandered the countryside as a vagabond before joining the Iron Fan. His time on the run taught him survival skills and the art of gathering intelligence. Takao specializes in reconnaissance and infiltration, able to blend into crowds or slip past enemy lines undetected. His sharp mind and resourcefulness have made him a trusted confidant to Noburo.
Personality Quirks/Flaws: Amiable and Cunning: Takao is friendly and easy to talk to, which makes him an excellent spy and interrogator. However, he often hides his true feelings behind humor, masking deep-seated grief over the loss of his family.
Loyal, But Reckless: His loyalty to the Iron Fan is absolute, but he sometimes takes dangerous risks, especially when seeking revenge against those who remind him of the pirates who destroyed his home.
Fondness for Games of Chance: Takao has a penchant for gambling, which sometimes leads him into debt or conflicts that complicate the Iron Fan’s mission.
Areas of Expertise: Infiltration & Espionage, Gathering Intelligence & Tracking, Close-Quarters Combat with Tessen
School: Order of the Tessen