Hirasaka Clan

The Hirasaka Clan [ヒラサカ キラン] is a noble Akashiren clan of Xalli that live across Akashiro, mainly in the north-western side of the nation. Due to them being Xalli, members of the Hirasaka Clan mainly worship Ryula and rarely venture into the Abyss. They adore nature and protect it at any cost.
== History ==
=== Founding [2700 BU - 2540 BU] ===
Around 2800 years ago, a Xalli with the name 'Hirasaka' was one of the first to serve the first Shigen-sha, and therefore was given the title of 'Saishunkyō', as he was very faithful and was able to communicate with most kami. Hirasaka was a loyal servant to the first Shigen-sha, as he served him throughout his short life of 153 years and was one of the followers to spread his message and stories, with Hirasaka being one of the original listeners who believed the Shigen-sha's prophecy. Hirasaka's children, Wotori and Kaito, first established the 'Hirasaka Clan' after his death near the Hitama plateau, in which they made the clan base. The clan grew to become a haven for Xalli, in which only Xalli members are allowed in. They recorded their father's words which were used as guidance to establish rules and traditions which still continues till this day.
=== Era of peace [2700 BU - 200 BU] ===
The period that encompassed the time from the founding of the clan until the start of the Muhō Jidai was called the 'Era of Peace' or "Riddai No Hirano" [リッダイ ノ ヒラノ] by the Hirasaka clan. It is the period in which most of the clan's traditions were recorded and established, with it also being period of extreme isolation, where the Hirasaka clan not only isolated themselves from the world outside the Akashiro Shogunate, but also from the other Akashiren clans in the region. 
=== During the Muhō Jidai [ 200 BU - 0 AU ] ===
After the death of the first Shigen-sha, the Hirasaka clan had a 30-day period of mourning in which they would starve themselves for their lost ruler. Their cries echoed across the plateau in which they lived, however, due to the ongoing unrest in the Shogunate, the Hirasaka Clan were forced to completely close their doors to outsiders. Being religious servants, the clan were not adept at fighting and could not offer arms to help the Akashiro Clan. During the 200 years, they were forced to join under the Hiragawa Clan by the strong neighbouring Fujishina Clan, the Hirasaka were left alone by the rebels as they could not offer arms due to being religious and peaceful and were exempted from joining battles due to their pacifist nature. However during the 200 years, the HirasakaCclan offered their help to the Akashiro Clan in secret, as they held the clan's true loyalty and would often help through spies and information about the Hiragawa Clan and their plans.
After the Muhō Jidai, the clan returned to semi-isolation, they opened their doors again and were welcoming to any Xalli student who wished to learn their spiritualist ways. The clan believed that Xalli should reside with their fellow Xalli, their ways forbid them from adopting people of any other race. 
== Tradition ==
=== General ===
The Hirasaka clan boasts a long history and rich cultural heritage. Their profound love for flowers and gardening has significantly influenced the development of Akashiren cultural gardening, including flower arrangement and symbolism. The Hirasaka clan is renowned for its unwavering loyalty to the goddess Ryula, the goddess of Nature, and Abeshiro [Abexilas] in Tenshin. This devotion to Ryula underpins their deep adoration for nature, which they often protect at any cost.
While many members of the Hirasaka clan prefer vegetarian food, the consumption of meat is not frowned upon. However, they consider hunting for entertainment to be barbaric and savage. The clan has made significant advancements in the fields of botany and alchemy, possessing extensive knowledge about flowers, poisons, and herbs. Additionally, the Hirasaka clan is known for teaching the art of meditation, with legends claiming that a Hirasaka member can meditate for years without food or water.
=== Rituals and Customs ===
==== Shika Ganemini ====
"Shika Ganemini" [シカ ガネミニ] or "official thinking", it is the official coming of age celebration where members of the clan and family celebrate their relative's first glance at adulthood at the age of 30 it is often accompanied with wine, dancing and music, after this celebration, the member has to swear oath to their clan and their faith, in which after they are announced as an adult member of the clan, after which they will be able to marry, divorce and own property, they also are allowed to leave the clan ground after this celebration.
== Members ==
* Akira Hirsaka
* Katayina Hirasaka
* Hiroki Hirasaka
* Yasui Hirasaka
* Kaisei Hirasaka
Category:Akashiro