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Name: Wakimoto, Toshi
Age: 14
Biometrics: Quite short at only 4'11, he's at least got a wiry build from a few years of practice.
Transformed Appearance: Maybe it's thanks to the change in uniform, but Toshi seems a bit older when he goes all out with his Artifact.
Personality: For a fourteen year old, Toshi shows remarkable self-control and calm. While not standoffish or disinclined to have fun, it's rare to see him lose himself in the moment. On the occasions when that does happen, it's almost instinctive for him to recollect himself at a heartbeat; if he's startled it's generally not for very long. Unlike others he doesn't dwell over these slip ups, but accepts them with whatever dignity he can before moving on.
Speaks rather carefree and casually despite his demeanor, Toshi isn't afraid to voice his opinion in a rather blunt manner. While his actions may speak of self-control, his words are on a much looser leash but he doesn't go out of his way to offend people; still he's been called the "Princely Brat" for a reason. He might look and act like a role model for other kids his age, but a conversation can be quite enough to ruin that image.
While not necessarily competitive, Toshi does have quite a bit of pride in his ability with the sword; though it's mostly directed inwards. His failures are far more influential than what others might say or do, so most of his problems are internalized and stored away for only him to see.
Likes: Practicing the Shinmei-ryu style, lazing about outside with a book, physical activities, and people who don't take things too seriously.
Dislikes: Upright and uptight people, sweet foods, being surprised.
History: Toshi was born to parents that hadn't been swept up in the supernatural side of their world. Yet those several normal generations came to an end with his birth; the lights from a meteor shower above falling and cascading onto the newborn baby. Not the most orthodox method to be selected as a Chosen One, but unmistakable nonetheless. Yet for the most part, Toshi grew up without exhibiting anything that could have been taken as beyond normal.
Well, it wasn't anything to really worry about and his parents quickly stopped worrying about when he'd manifest his powers; after all it was more of a sport than anything these days. So a few years in the town of Sakurashin passed without any real issues. His interest in kenjutsu was a flag, but by then his parents had basically accepted that what would come to pass would despite their best efforts, and Toshi didn't seem to be unhappy. So they encouraged and helped him pursue his interests, even if it meant adjusting their schedules to ferry him to the dojo
In the end, it wasn't the years of practice that elevated him to some superhuman practitioner, but a much more subdued event. Of course it started with a series of dreams that lasted a few weeks, each flitting from the mind in mere moments of awakening. While he'd never been told about the circumstances of which he'd been born, the idea of magical children was so intertwined with the world that he did consider it. What little pride he had developed at that point wished to refuse the offered power. He'd never be the greatest without it, but at least he'd accomplish things on his own. Pity about the whole born under a meteor shower and infused with its power thing, but hey ignorance is bliss?
Still, despite his best efforts to stay awake and ward away the encroaching dreams, the plan didn't last long. Tired after several days of sleep deprivation, Toshi fell asleep and awoke the next with a sheathed wakazashi clutched in his hands. Cue a few moments of frustration, which then lead to questions from his parents, and ended with the big reveal that he'd been some sort of Chosen One from birth! A few moments of despairing later at the fact that he'd been apparently "blessed" from the start, and Toshi resolved to at least not rely on this latest development. The fact that the sword seemed to impart memories just by holding it meant that point was somewhat ruined already, but at least he stuffed it under his mattress after that day.
With the latest news of the school's impending shutdown though, it seems that resolve can't be kept for much longer. Despite just being one of the numerous students with not much reputation, as one of those that has the ability to, Toshi isn't quite able to just look away.
Skills: Calligraphy, speed reading, and a bit of housework from training at the dojo.
Theme Song: Treue
Others: Coincidentally, the Artifact is apparently named Toushirou.
| Stats | Natural | Spent | Total | W/Toushirou |
| Energy | 1 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Willpower | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| Intelligence | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Strength | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Speed | 2 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Skill | 2 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
Traits
Short Shota Stature Struggles: -2 to Strength when Blocking because shota.
Artifact for a Reason: +2 to Strength and Speed when Artifact activated.
I Refuse!: +2 to Willpower as long as Artifact isn't activated. Artifact must be in his possession though.
No, my sword!: Loses positive traits when disarmed.
Abilities
Zanganken (Active): By infusing one's weapon with ki, a crescent slash of energy can be released to strike opponents afar. With sufficient skill, one can even redirect the force behind an opponent's attack into the skill thus alleviating or nullifying of the strain of use, or even supercharging the ability. As a technique from the Shinmei-ryu school, it's naturally effective against monsters.
A linear ranged attack (30m) with ki. 50% Skill and 75% Energy for Damage Roll. With two successful Parries there is no Energy usage. Any additional Parries add 1d10 to the Damage Roll. +1d10 for damage against opponents with monster attribute. Each opponent hits reduce accuracy and damage by 1d10.
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