Anar Sovereignty

## Brief overview,

To give you some idea of what Kurokita Dynasty is, think feudal japan but cyberpunk and with elves, humans and other races all living in the same places. Imagine elves in samurai power armor or star ships powered by magic.

### The Kurokita Dynasty

Kurokita boast some of the finest Art, music and delicacies in the Galaxy, a culture where beauty is found everywhere even in the design of the fleet. Due to rich deposits of Solarite makes pirate attacks all too frequent. To this end the Bride Empress has begun sending merchant ships under Military escort. Tenko has her faults and there are those who feel she is not ready to rule. The sudden tragic loss of her Mother has scared the young Empress, though the details are a closely guarded secret what Exactly happened to the Empress Revana. Whatever it was Tenko doesnt talk about it and even becomes defensive or angry when the question is applied to her with too much Insisting.

Despite her youthfulness Tenko is a brilliant and compassionate ruler, strong in both Military naval warfare tactics, and the mysterious magic known as elementalism , where it is believed she communes directly with spirits of the elements as well as an adept student of Technomancy, Tenko can be a fearful opponent when in command of her Capital ship at the head of her fleet. Tenko is not interested in conquering worlds merely for the sake of resources. The young Empress was once quoted saying "What need has an empire for more food than they can eat? for more land than they can tend?" Tenko does not see herself as a conqueror but as a ambassador to worlds without the things that the Dynasty can provide. Many feel she is too soft to rule and seek to be done with her so they might have a strong male ruler that would see things their way.

Tenko has strove for years to eliminate need and poverty in the Empire, and has largely been successful by the invention of the rice moons, and the fair wage act which treats farmer, whore and soldier alike. Greed still boils beneath the heart of all men though, and crime is not erased from the borders simply dealt with in a heavy approach. For many citizens this is accepted as a simple truth, " to want for more land than a man has need is simply evil, and to murder thy neighbor for what he has because you want it makes you no better than a Monster "

To this end Kurokita is not without its internal turmoils. And the home guard is ever vigilant for would be assassins and pirates who might seek to profit from the death or disposal of the beloved Empress. All manner of guilds have risen to power within the shadows of the capital itself. Thieves, assassins, pirates and scum of the worst sort haunt the dark places where the Light of Kurokita does not reach.

## Kurokitaian Finances and currency exchange

Kurokitaians use a simple precious metals based currency each coin is carefully and painstaking minted to include the Kurokitaian sun on one side on the other the likeness of the current empress, as well as small raised dots to allow even the blind to know what coin they are holding and give them the ability and independence of paying for things. The following are the exchange rate s for the coins. Most trade goods cost bronze and many soldiers are given 100 platinum a month as salary, many entertainment goods cost as high as a gold piece but usually that still allows a platinum to go along way on shore leave.

1 platinum = 10 gold

1 gold = 10 silver or 1000 bronze

1 silver= 10 bronze

## Kurokitaian Warships- All of the following are standard armaments

Cruiser

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Destroyer

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Frigate/Carrier

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Dreadnought

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KDS-Yokai Super Dreadnought

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Solarite lance batteries- a beam of solarite plasma capable of super heating and penetrating the hull with sustained fire.

Vortex torpedoes- ballistic torpedo munition which upon detonation generates a localized singularity, warping metal and space in a blast radius of 20 meters. often fired in clusters of 10.

Corona Solar shield- Energy shield that will deflect most energy based weapon assaults, but weak against torpedoes and railcannons.

Hellion Tempered Duracast Steel hull Plating- what the shields lack in ballistic defense the hulls make up for , also capable of absorbing and recycling Solar energy to effect hull repairs.

Eclipse light refraction generators,- cloaking tech developed for recon and clandestine operations in enemy space, also useful for escapes. Will Not function while the Corona shields are active.

### Exotic armaments

Sun Spear Rail cannon-(Dreadnought Only)The sun spear is the evolutionary brain child of stolen rail gun technology infused with the same principals as a solarite lance weapon. The result is a super heated ballistic projectile that when launched will descend on a city gravity assisted and cause mass devastation, the primary function of this deployed satellite weapons platform is to act as a deterrent against foreign aggression and political uprisings, these weapons platforms currently only exist on the KDS Super dreadnought class flagship the KDS-Yokai.

Blink drive-( Cruiser Only) The blink drive allows for smaller Kurokitaian vessels such as cruisers to shift position in space allowing for quick decisive out flanking of enemy ships, the blink drive however requires the ships eclipse generator to be offline as the blink pulls from the same singular source of energy.

## Kurokitaian combat Infantry and armored Support weapons platforms

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Kurokitaian Infantry are outfitted in the latest in light weight high mobility combat armor , which allows for rapid deployment and maneuvering over most forms of terrain with relative ease.

The white and black armor of Kurokitaian infantry scouts is actually a reactive material that will adapt to the coloring around it to provide perfect camouflage. the Sun spear Long gun is a scaled down variant of what is found on the dreadnought, ideal for armored targets and infantry alike, however the rifles need for silence comes at the cost of penetration, the long gun can not penetrate any material more than 12 inches thick.

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Kurokitaian bombard platforms fire shells of super heated solarite which is enough to usually reduce most enemy fortifications to molten slag in a matter of minutes with sustained fire or hours for a slightly longer siege campaign.

## Kurokitaian Unique Resources

Solarite- A rich warm glowing crystal formation found throughout the Galaxy, the largest concentrations however are found on worlds
under the banner of the Kurokita Dynasty. Solarite is used in the
production of energy based weapons and shields, swords, blasters, even
warship propulsion . the Kurokita fleet depends on the Mining of Solarite,
and while the crystals never require replacement, any halt to the
harvest would slow the fleets expansion. Solarite also is used as a
source of heating in many homes across the Dynasty, and is even
traded to worlds where heat is in high demand, this has won the Bride Empress many trade negotiations allowing for imports from across the stars. Solarite mining is a valued profession and the Miners are well treated as with the farmers of the rice moons, for without the solarite, Kurokitas light would dim and fade from the stars.

## == Teachings of Kurokita

Word passed down from spoken tongue and written on flesh before it fades are the only knowledge they carry of the past. Inks and brands make the history, along with the spoken word. This lets flexibility set the ideals for each age as the world around may dictate. The Sovereign survives each time due to the fact each wise ruler edits for the problems and things for each age, as they receive word from Kurokita they make his will echo throughout the empire.

### Sun and its rays

Karma- The center, what is the burning fire in each soul, it provides
the guidance to each tenant as a ray of light. Each ray is the light to
 follow for one to have the grace blessed on them for a rebirth. When
death come, as the end does for each star, we watch as they pass in to a
 glorious nova scattering their dust to the stars that they may once
more be born with the light they had in their last life.

Truth- First ray, the simple fact of transparency and honesty shines
like light through all the shadows that corrupt. Lies and deceit are
shadow and have no use in the suns light. There are but a few ways to
bend light, as when dealing with those who know not the power or
radiance. One, who knows the brilliance, may direct the truth and bend
shadows. For A sun shines brighter through a lens.

Peace- Second ray, calm and clarity that take the weight off one’s soul,
 one must not let passion take over their mind. Emotions, while not
inherently evil, can grow over and must be kept in check by a tempered
heart and the fire they give. The fire should never grow stagnant, it
must continue to bait emotion, or one will grow weak and may fall to the
 tempest of one’s feelings. Feel but control what it does.

Order- Third ray, rules and laws make us different from beast. We need
 guidance and a path to walk, and the light gives it to us. We have
little such things, simple internalized understandings of right and
wrong. We are but mortal creatures and at times are askew for our own
rules. Kurokita gives us law in each era, shaped for the guidance that let
us flourish.

Compassion- Fourth ray, each beam of light comes from a place and one
should try to shine bright, keeping the darkness at bay. Kindness and
care make this world lighter than it might have ever been if darkness
had flourished. One must always keep eye and watch for those around
them, to make sure other do not falter. All must care and keep sake all
those around them to keep all lights bright.

Light- Fifth ray, the culmination of every action builds to one’s center fire the power of one’s rebirth. Each ray has light and they focus that power to all who obey the tenets. This is the ray that is a
path to the center of karma. One must control their actions as each one
shapes the fire of their heart.

## Age of Dark

During the first age there was war, blood was spilled for the founding
of empires and the greed of those behind a blade. Nothing more than the
will they had drove them, mortals lost to their own ways. As the dawn
came to the Elves we abandoned all history before this point and
followed the sun and its new chosen to our now glory.

## Age of Dawn

This age was the beginning of those who followed a calling of something
greater than any one soul, the idea of the everlasting burning sun that
could carry a people to something more than what they did themselves.
Vashiko First in her name called and blessed by Kurokita to lead the people
 of Thandros to a golden age. Unifying the Lost tribes with now a cause,
 and a bright future ahead.

## Age of Day

Hekina and Sansira the following daughters each lead the prosperity as
the world evolved. They saw their people to the stars and the beginning
of an empire that would welcome all and burn out those who meant any
harm to the meek. But as they expanded their own people found places
outside the light and became lost on their own paths. The light would
reach further as they tried to reach back to the people they lost.

## Age of Dusk

A sad and dark age, the first death of a queen to not have been returned
 to the sun. An early death had almost lead the people to the dark
leaving them lost to the world. A new fire is on the horizon as the
young princess takes the mantle with a burning wrath for the vile souls
 without light and burns those who can not change.

## Age of Dreams

As the young Empress Tenko reaches her 500th Birth Cycle , all of the Dynasty rejoices in her reign and an age of peace and plenty has been had since the Throne was once again sat upon by Kurokita blood. Peace has not been easy these past few years but with the return of the Empress' most trusted protector, Hope springs and blooms like the flowers, Long live the Kurokita family Long live the Dynasty of Kurokita!

Kurokita family the Brides of the sun

Vashiko 3272
0-3,002

Hekina 2731
3,002-5,233

Sansira 3217
5,233-7,950

Revana 1423
7,950-8,373

Tenko 210| 8,438-current

## Organizations found within Kurokitaian space

### Kao nashi Temple

The Kao nashi or those with no face are a temple order of spies and assassins based on the planet of Taiyo Hajime; though their members range far and wide across the Galaxy said to be lurking in every dark corner. The Kao nashi are the very best in their craft. honing their skills since childhood and selecting a mastery at which they dedicate their entire being to, be it subterfuge, espionage or assassination. Each member of the Kao nashi is sworn to unwavering loyalty to the Bride Empress and the safety of the dynasty and its people, and only in death does their service to that ideal end. the Kao nashi have perfected the art of taking many faces, where in the agent spends monthes studying one target , learning mannerisms, quirks, habits , and vices, only when this task is complete and the agent demonstrates a deep intimate knowledge of their target are they permitted to end them and assume their face, by which the target is effectively erased from the galaxy to be replaced by this imposter, so that the dynasty and its influence might reach every star in the night sky.

### Mekanikku Union

The Mekanikku Union are the elite technologists and masters of magic on Taiyo Hajime, Having mastered blending technology and sorcery, the technomancers of the Mekanikku union have brought forth most of the weapons and technologies found in Kurokitaian space today, while they are not the sole source of such inventions they are largely credited with the more publicly known successes, such as the sustainable mining of Solarite, the terra-forming used to create and maintain the rice moons, and the elaborate planetary defense array which surrounds Taiyo Hajime. The Mekanikku union are perhaps the only people in the entire galaxy who know just how Kurokitaian technology works, but asking for an explanation, can be a quickly regrettable decision, as the Mekanikku are very proud of their works and will talk at length about their creations and how they are the experts on such matters. Entry into the Mekanikku union, is strict, an applicant must exhibit both an understanding of arcane magic and engineering, though some of the divine casters have been given permission to study with the Mekanikku, in order to provide better medicine and health care for all. Mekanikku training is hard and very few pass, Tenko herself barely succeeded, "Luck" The Grand magus had called it. The test varies from applicant to applicant to discourage cheating, Success is met with the title of Mekanikku and the appropriate badge to signify completion. Graduates of the union, are among some of the most desirable engineers to serve in the fleet, or on important construction and other projects. Mekanikku, are often employed as ship builders, engineers, weapons designers, construction foremen and other tasks that require an intimate understanding of the technology that keeps the Dynasty running.

### Dojo of the Flowing Stream

here in the Dojo of the flowing Stream a unique structure in its own right, as the entire octagonal building is built on large raft that can float along the canals of Taiyo Hajime. as The sword master Aoi Nakamura finds such cruises instrumental to training. The movement helps students to learn balance and to center themselves firmly in an ever shifting climate of battle. it was here that Tenko herself was taught to use a sword. and here was born the kurokita sword art of The Silver Steel Falls, which like the mighty waterfall when mastered is impossible to overcome. it is here that is housed the most sacred of blades in all of Kurokita the Daisho of the Four Elements, the Katana of Sun and River and the Wakizashi of Mountain and Sky.

### Kurokita Imperial Naval Academy

Here under the strictest of disciplines are trained the finest and most level headed officers of the galaxy. trained in naval tactics and warfare, and disciplined to keep a cool head even in combat, Officers of the KIN are an example to the rest of the galaxy in terms of prowess and dedication. To even qualify for the honor of being admitted to the Academy candidates must study the Kurokita naval history its victories and its defeats for in defeat is the found the greatest teacher. Candidates are then required to conduct no less than 12 simulated battles based on those defeats and if the outcome is Victory then admittance to the academy is theirs.

## Agriculture moons

Many of the inhabited worlds of the Dynasty are maintained by natural or artificially teraformed moons called Rice Moons, here rice and fishing and other livestock are raised to feed the Dynasty and its citizens, farmers are respected for the role they play in the empire and are often treated with a degree of dignity equal to a soldier. Life on a rice moon is hard, days are filled with tending herds, fields and hard work, though with no predators to thin crop and herd production a single moon can feed an entire planet.

Farmers are granted a stipend of 5 platinum to supply whatever creature comforts they like, and while not as generous as a soldiers stipend it is often enough to afford Solarite lamps for light and heat. Farmers want for nothing as the throne of Kurokita blesses them with all they require.

## Taiyo Hajime

Home world of the Kurokita Dynasty, and the Throne of Sol. Here The Bride empress rules over the whole of her empire, with fairness and grace. There are many sites to see on Taiyo Hajime, many delicacies to sample, exotic clothes, fine foods, beautiful company for the right coin. Taiyo Hajime is currently the only planet in the entire Dynasty with an experimental planetary shield, which prevents unauthorized landing or departure and can reflect sustained bombardment for a month.

### The Silk District-

Here on Taiyo Hajime lies the beautiful silk District, the largest red light district in the Dynasty, perhaps even the galaxy. here visitors will find many a fine distraction, casinos like the lucky elf purse, a place where money and good times go hand in hand. Though visitors looking for a less risky place to spend money, and to ease stress might find the Golden mask more to their wallets liking. The golden mask is the premiere Brothel in the silk district and while its prices are high the ladies and gentlemen within are guaranteed the finest in the empire for all your pleasures. services include, wine 5 silver a bottle, company, for the whole night 1 gold and a massage courtesy of miss Luna Silverstar, usually on the house with purchase of companionship and wine, when shes not otherwise engaged. yes there is no finer place in all of than The Silk District of Kurokita.

### Twilight Palace

Home of the royal family for centuries the twilight palace is a beautiful graceful building, standing high above the capital. Its wall are more durable than they may look at first glance, what appears to be simple wood and paper in the style of an ancient earth culture. The walls are in fact protected against weather and climate, as well as attack by powerful ancient spells. Inside the great throne room sits a chair 6 feet in height made of solid gold, with purple satin cushions and a glorious emblazoned sun as the head piece at the top of the throne. This is the Throne of Sol, seat of power for Kurokita for near 10,000 years., here sits Tenko Kurokita, from here Kurokita's light is strongest, it is said that while upon the throne the rightful Empress is Invincible to all harm, though this has not been proven to be true or false as no one has dared attack an empress in the heart of the Dynasty.

## Crime and Punishment

Crime in Kurokitian space varies like it would anywhere else but some crimes are more harshly dealt with than others.

### Piracy

The act of piracy is despicable in the eyes of many Kurokitian citizens. Piracy is a crime with a heavy penalty, many Pirate vessels are simply blown from the stars on sight within Kurokitian borders, no trial no warnings..

### Rape-

Perhaps the crime most despised by the Bride empress, this act was what took her Mother from the Galaxy and is a crime which Tenko would see the offenders flayed alive if not for the teachings of Kurokita and his compassion, as such the offenders are chemically sterilized and in some cases made into eunuchs. Death is only reserved for rapists if it is the rape of a priestess or Tenko and those who directly serve her such as her Swordmaster and hand maidens, This death is not an immediate one, and was devised by Tenko the day her Mother was raped and murdered in front of her, as a way to punish those men as severely as a childs mind could think of, rape of the Empress will mean the Immediate enactment of the Kurokitaore Keimusho.

**Kurokitaore Keimusho**, is the entombment of the subject still alive while inside a golden sarcophagus in the visage of a sleeping androgynous figure. the sarcophagus is then heated to an ever increasing temperature. and left for 6 days. so the soul which is magically sealed inside may reflect on Kurokitas teachings, then on the 6th day at sunrise they are released to whatever afterlife awaits them, if the soul shows remorse then they ascend with Kurokita as he rides across the sky. if not they are condemned to the darkness that awaits all non believers.

### Murder

This is simple you kill or take an innocent life your life is taken.

## Slavery

Slavery in Kurokitan space is probably a bit more glamorous than the rest of the galaxy, with slaves acting more as a status symbol, quality slaves going only to those houses and families wealthy enough. while collars and chains are not readily used many slaves often inherit such a life from a debt owed or as prisoners of war.

## Conflicts within and outside of the Dynasty

Orcs, Mercenaries, Assassins and Pirates, with the galaxy so dangerous as it is for the Kurokitan people as is, one would think that would be the most of the young Empress' problems, they would be wrong. While external dangers are a matter that weighs on the empress a great deal, it is often the internal festering of malcontents within her own borders that pose the larger threat. there are some within the Dynasty who feel that the high king would be a better ruler, and who feel Tenko and the Kurokita line have run from fate for long enough. Many nobles feel that to treat the farmers so highly, by seeing to their needs and paying them well is an insult to their privileged positions as a result of a higher expectation on the nobles to provide a share of their wealth to support this action, a practice that never would have been if Tenko had been enslaved or killed along with her bitch of a mother.

To this end many seek to hire the faceless ones to eliminate her, as they are the best at what they do, unfortunately "To kill an Empress is no small thing you ask and will require payment quite high.." This is usually the response they receive, it is not that the faceless ones would not commit to the contract, they just may want the money up front is all. Some suspect the Empress of having the faceless ones make people disappear who disagree with her, but no proof of this seems to exist. this leads many to suspect that the faceless ones are in fact loyal to the throne and are not hired assassins but a secret police the empress uses to enforce her laws. The truth is probably somewhere in some old book tucked quietly away from prying eyes and may never be fully known.

### Divine wrath or genetic issues?

dark moment in the reign of Empress Tenko, whether by divine punishment or simply a dwindling genetic pool, many Kijin women including Tenko herself are unable to conceive children. This has lead to a boom in lesser populations such as among the Kitsune and Humans. To this end Tenko has ordered all expansion and further exploration of new systems halted until the crisis can be averted and the natural order restored. This has also lead to the export of many slaves strictly for the purpose of breeding, Though Tenko has been cautious of the idea of having a slave birth the next heir to the Imperial throne. The idea of a slave born heir could be used as a chance for many outside the empire to seize the throne in an opportunity the caledonians certainly would take advantage of this chance as would many others who fail to see tenko as the best hope for her people, and see her only as a power mad tyrant, the reality of which may be somewhere in the middle.

#### Birth of the Kami-Koro

a race of humanoids who vary in appearances based on the Kami spirits, Earth, Fire, Air, Water and the Void, Kami-koro are believed to have come into being 500 years ago when Empress Tenko ascended the throne and a golden age of peace began. The kami-koro are human elemental hybrids who walk the empire in limited numbers, each possessing knowledge and skills akin to their attuned element, Fire-Koro are masters of fire and forge and also keepers and guardians of the great Solarite gifts of Amaterasu. Earth-Koro often act as farmers and laborers, their broad builds make them excellent to have in the fields and mines working beside the Eda to nurture the empire soils Earth-koro also often serve in the Imperial Army as front line soldiers, their thick skin and natural immunity to blades make them effective fighters in close quarters. Water-koro are often fishers but will work along side earth Koro to keep rice fields wet, many earth and water Koro run the great brewery of Furokojin, as they know best the water and rice needed to make great sake. The Air-koro often serve as entertainers and poets their flighty nature makes them excellent dancers and musicians, but they too have a practical side, Air-Koro are often craftsmen of Kite and windmill they also can read the winds and sense of danger, they also make excellent spies with the ability to become invisible. Finally the Void-Koro, These enigmatic folk are often employed on the Imperial fleet as Captains, or navigators, for they know the ancient stars , it is for this reason many find distinguished service in the Empire , their minds capable of tactical thinking beyond the scope of normal minds constrained by the finite. Void-Koro are said to be true masters of space and it is their skill and knowledge that make the Kurokitan fleet so formidable despite its small size.