Yatsugashira no Hebi

## General Information:

The Yatsugashira no Hebi (Eight-headed Snake) is a Japanese crime organization led by eight powerful crime families. The organization runs most of their operations in the abandoned district of Nasu, using it as a hub for criminal activities and a stronghold for the organization’s members. The group was initially established with the aim of maintaining order and preventing infighting among crime leaders and villains in the wake of the power vacuum left by All For One's downfall 30 years ago. Yatsugashira no Hebi, or the “Yatsugashira” for short, operates under a strict code of conduct and maintains a reputation for unwavering discipline and ruthless efficiency among most of its members. The organization is renowned for its influence and control over various criminal enterprises which include smuggling, black market dealings, illegal quirk trafficking, and underground fighting rings. The Yatsugashira is also known for “sponsoring” the activities of certain villains in exchange for their services and specific requests, providing them with manpower and equipment. The organization also acts as the main middle-man in connecting villains and other criminals to a network of hired killers, black market dealers, and suppliers for materials of a “questionable” nature. Such is the case with the organ trafficking operations ran by the imprisoned foreign villain, “Faust.”

The Yatsugashira runs most of the criminal underworld through a reign of fear. They are known for swiftly dealing with traitors, rival gangs, or anyone who dares to challenge their authority. The organization prioritizes maintaining the balance of power and order within the criminal hierarchy, always ready to return to their original purpose of keeping a semblance of “order” among the villains and crime leaders of Mustafu. While their activities may attract the attention of heroes and law enforcement agencies, The Eight-headed Snake remains elusive and difficult to bring down. This is due to their thorough knowledge of the underground and an intricate network of informants that allows them to evade capture and protect their interests. Members of the syndicate are adept at blending into society, adopting false identities, and remaining virtually invisible to those who seek to dismantle them.

Hierarchy:

One of the Yatsughasira's core principles is the strict adherence to a hierarchical structure. Members of the syndicate are divided into various ranks, each with its own responsibilities and privileges. The higher the rank, the greater the influence and authority one possesses within the organization. Promotion within the ranks is based on a combination of merit, loyalty, and the display of exceptional skills or contributions to the Alliance's goals.

Ranking of the leaders of the organization is loosely based upon the mythical draconic/serpentine monster of Japanese mythology, Yamata no Orochi. The leaders of the Yatsugashira no Hebi are individually known as the “Eight Heads.” All of the eight heads are equal in power, running the Yatsugashira via a council, with their majority votes dictating the decisions of the organization. Just below the eight heads and their council are the “Eight Tails.” Members of the Eight Tails are mostly picked by the Eight Hands, either from their own organizations/families or from members of the syndicate who gain a significant amount of respect from the Eight Heads due to their accomplishments or power. While the Eight Tails sometimes lead small fractions of the organization and can definitely use resources and manpower from Yatsugashira as they see fit, they mostly act as enforcers and special assassins working under the Eight Heads themselves. Most leadership activities are done by the heads, with the tails simply enforcing their decisions and taking out any opposition or individuals the council deems problematic. The Eight Tails and their personal goons also act as the main “arbiters” and “enforcers” of peace and order within the “Undercity” located beneath Nasu.

## Base of Operations, The Andāshiti (Undercity):

Beneath the surface of Nasu district lies a clandestine labyrinth known as the Andāshiti or Undercity. This sprawling network of interconnected criminal hubs and illegal business centers form a hidden underworld just beneath the abandoned streets of Nasu. Constructed over the years in secret, the Undercity serves as a haven for organized crime and the main base of operations for the Yatsugashira no Hebi. The Undercity is a maze of concealed passages, hidden chambers, and covert meeting places, all connected by a complex web of secret tunnels. These passages allow for discrete movements and facilitate the flow of contraband, information, and people across the various pockets of Andāshiti.

Each hub within the Undercity operates independently, housing a distinct criminal enterprise or illicit business. These hubs include black markets, underground gambling dens, smuggling operations, illegal quirk enhancement laboratories, and other nefarious establishments. The Undercity thrives on the principle of mutual cooperation and respect among these groups that co-exist with one another. Population-wise, the denizens of Andāshiti range from the run of the mill petty criminals, full time villains, and simple outcasts seeking refuge from the law and heroes. It is a place where loyalty is MOSTLY valued, with alliances forged based on shared interests and mutual benefits. Disputes are resolved through negotiations or, if necessary, under the watchful eyes of the hidden enforcers and the Eight Tails.

Law enforcement agencies and heroes are aware of the existence of Andāshiti but struggle to root out its criminal activities due to the ever-shifting nature of the network. The constant movement and adaptation of the Undercity's criminal elements, as well as their deep knowledge of the tunnels and their environment, make it a challenging task for authorities to infiltrate and dismantle the illicit operations thriving below Nasu district.

## Extras:

A common thing for villains working for Yatsugashira no Hebi are “silver oaths.” These take the physical form of silver coins depicting an eight-headed and eight-tailed serpent, then marked by a thumb stamp from an individual's blood, signifying that they are now under an oath. These coins act as a form of physical contracts between an individual and a main benefactor. These are acquired by individuals in order to clear debts and to repay certain actions done by the benefactor. When a person affiliated with Yatsugashira no Hebi presents a silver oath marked by an individual’s blood to the same individual, then the latter MUST perform whatever the one who owns the silver oath asks of them. After the requested action is complete, the individual is now free from the contract.

## Current Positions:

The Eight Heads

4. [RESERVED]

5. Nyoko Ashikaga

The Eight Tails

4. Akagi

6. Jyn

7. Merlin