Tê Takeo

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 テケ武雄, Takeo Tê

## Chakra Natures

  Wind Release
  Yang Release
  Earth Release

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## Tools

Fan

**Tê Takeo** (テケ武雄, **Takeo Tê** or テケサクイ **Urimei Tê**) is a Kunoichi born into Land of Earth (Geography)'s Takeo Clan. Raised as a mercenary from childhood by her late grandfather, Tê's life consisted of tactical missions and murder. She is the daughter of current Earth Monarch Sakui Urimei, who was completely unaware of her existence up to Tê's adolescent years. After redeeming her from her past transgressions and mercenary lifestyle, Sakui brought her into the immediate royal family of the Takeo. Sometime after her redemption, she was temporarily seated as Iwagakure's Tsuchikage as its eleventh leader.

## Background

Tê is the oldest child of Sakui Urimei and Mao-Lin Urimei. After their separation, Mao-Lin kept  Tê’s identity a secret and raised her alongside her maternal grandfather, Nakuri. This was in part of Mao-Lin’s defection in order to secure peace and prevent war between Sakui and Nakuri.
During her formative years, Tê underwent intense training, surrounded by a cadre of mercenary ninjas under Nakuri's tutelage. Engaged in rigorous instruction, she honed her combat skills, revealing an inherent prowess inherited from her father. This latent ability garnered her admiration and acclaim, a testament to the formidable lineage she carried.

## Personality

Trained from a young age to become an unparalleled mercenary, Tê exuded callousness and indifference towards those around her, reserving gratitude solely for her mother and maternal grandfather. Operating in isolation, she took the lead in team assignments, displaying a merciless attitude that left comrades to fend for themselves in perilous situations. Nakuri, her maternal grandfather, held a pivotal role in her life, teaching her the fundamentals of ninjutsu and lauding her as a prodigy distinct from her mother. Despite being referred to as possessing skills and a keen intellect inherited from Sakui, she dismissed this notion, having no knowledge of him at that time. Nakuri, however, hinted at the potential to use those skills against Sakui if the need arose. Oblivious to her extended family, including the Royal Family of the Land of Earth and the rest of the Takeo Clan, Tê's violent and brooding nature coexisted with a natural curiosity. As she matured, the realization of Sakui's leadership and her connection to him emerged, altering her perspective. Upon defeating Nakuri, Sakui took her under his care, marking the beginning of a "rocky relationship," a trial that Sakui acknowledged. Initially harboring resentment towards Sakui, Tê struggled with comparisons and the absence of her father figure. Over time, their relationship evolved positively, extending to her newfound relatives. Respect for Sakui grew, and she honed her skills in Wind Style, eventually assuming the role of Tsuchikage. Sibling rivalry with adoptive brother Yi and a mix of care and disdain for the youngest brother, Yao, added layers to her familial dynamics.
As a national icon, noble princess, and former Tsuchikage, Tê developed compassion for her people, yet her demeanor retained a hint of distaste and rudeness toward unfamiliar faces. Sakui's playful attempts to steer her towards marriage were met with defiance, often referred to as a "Chīsana otoko" (小さな男, ‘Little Man’). Only the endearing term "Kinpōge" (キンポウゲ, ‘Buttercup’) could temper her response. Aging into early adulthood, she adopted a more subtle, nonchalant, and sarcastic demeanor, inheriting these traits from Sakui. Her verbal tics, such as "Wakarimasu ka!" (分かりますか, ‘You see!’/?) for clarification among noble peers and "Ā?" (ああ, ‘Aye’?/!) for informal situations, added a distinct touch to her evolving personality.

## Appearance

* Tê's adolescent appearance.
* Tê's adult appearance.
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Tê possesses a slender frame with a fair complexion, inheriting her mother's dark blue hair styled in the hime fashion and the emerald-green eyes characteristic of the Takeo Clan. She has occasionally altered her hairstyle, opting for a long ponytail during her teenage and adolescent years, and later transitioning to wearing her hair straight down with hime bangs covering her forehead in early adulthood. Notably tall, Tê surpasses the average height for women.

Under Mao-Lin and Nakuri's guidance, Tê adorned a standard black bodysuit with a generous collar covering half of her face, complemented by shoulder-length hair. As she matured during her adolescent years in the Land of Earth, her hair grew longer, often tied into a ponytail. She sported a plum-colored kimono, revealing her upper legs, paired with long black thigh-high socks that covered half of her feet, showcasing teal-colored toenails. A beige sash adorned her waist, and a black turtleneck was worn beneath the kimono. Completing the ensemble were brown geta-styled sandals.

In adulthood, Tê made subtle alterations to her attire, wearing her hair down. She dons a black top fashioned after the Chinese qipao, revealing a hint of her bust. The kimono appears shorter, opened on her left and right side, revealing her thighs, as well as highlighting black stockings and brown geta sandals. These modifications reflect her evolving style and maturity.