Byakko Hanabusa

The descendant of a long line of great samurai heroes, Hanabusa was born during a time when his feudal house was declining in power. After his coming of age ceremony, his father committed ritual suicide to appease the Hyuga Dynasty Emperor and to allow for his family to hold some semblance of honor as its province was taken over by one of its vassal houses. Hanabusa took up his father's swords and left his native lands, heading off into the world to fight for glory and power in the world beyond. His year adventuring certainly muddied his young adult desires for greatness as his first real group was slaughtered by a ghost. He was left with gray hair and an aged body from encountering the horrifying visage.
Despite this, he still strives for greatness with every step he takes. In battles risking the soul, a man becomes a slave to his own ambition. His journeys lead him to a monastery on the borders of Parnak and Seiryu province. It was there he was taken in and learned the arts of the Wong Hu Li, a great philosopher and hero who fought to defend the weak and enlighten the curious. As his mentors learned more of Hanabusa, the found that his heart was in conflict with itself. His love for his father was tainted by rage and it burned out from him until nothing but hatred and a desire for conquest remained. It was with great trepidation that the mentors sent Hanabusa on his way, telling him to strive for perfection with the sword and to honor the tenets of bushido.
He has since wandered eastern Parnak, looking for work as a sellsword. An interesting lead has lead him to the Stormloft region to a small town called Hilton.
Roleplaying Notes: Hanabusa is very reliable and tries to hear all sides of a matter before deciding which one is truly right. He can be a bit gruff in conversation and can be seen as rude if he doesn't see an opinion that works with his ideals or that doesn't work towards his goals. He is not always quick to act, unless the action is taken against a perceived immediate threat to his group or he goes against something that conflicts with his moral compass. He is very even-handed, but at the same time he is the most vigorous of the group.