[A subtle ring is heard as a twitch of the Miqo's ear brings it to life] N: It's been'll of five minutes, lass. I've hardly left home. P: Mm. Five minutes too long. Tell me, Sun Killer, how long do you expect to be gone? N: …'s long as I need tae be. Why? P: I grow rather worried when you're apart from me, a tad too worried. I can't keep my tabs on you as I wish to. N: I think that's a good thing, Petal… P: The worry? N: The tabs… I'm nearin' 50, love. Ain't a need to have me so close… P: I am Ten Times your senior… I've seen you fight many a battle and you always come home. What happens when you don't? N: Ah- Don't do that now, aye? D'us a favor, yeah? Don't worry yer pretty 'ead over me. P: I'll worry as I please. But lest you've forgotten… You breathe because of me. You swing your blade in my name. You wring the blood of strangers dry because of my very essence. Do not forget who you belong to. N:…Aye.

The Elder Needs A Word…

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V: Petal “The Elder” Who doesn’t love to be tasked by an elder dragon to protect one of their dragonborn? Along N’ami’s trips throughout Eorzea, she was pleased to stumble into Dravania. Within her trips to Tailfeather, she would often find peace and solitude in the many dragonborn that dwelled there as well as their constituents. Among them was the Elder, Petal, who has long lineage to Hraesvelgr of The First Brood. Petal took a liking to N’ami, both of appreciation and a slight romance as well. She’s protective of N’ami and The Syndicate in kind, and asked to be ‘protected’. This was simply to continue to be attached to N’ami, believing she was capable of great things. What made Petal even more connected to N’ami were far back connections of ancestry involving N’aaja. N’aaja being the warrior of light, had helped Petal’s kind. She wanted to return the favor. Perhaps falling in love with her daughter was the next best thing. She serves as the Syndicate ‘Investor’ but also protector. She’s capable of incredible power and might that is only used when absolutely necessary. She is often behind the scenes and- THE YURI IS GREAT YALL. Interesting Facts: - 500 Years Old - Eerily Imprinted on N’ami, Sworn Protector - In Love w/ Her But Has Yet to Tell Her

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IV: Meeko ‘The Rabbit’s Paw’ Dewlight Meeko is a lone recovering voidsent who’s reigned from the first seeking asylum and guidance with The Hidaka Dojo. He started as an outcast within Eorzea, having been excommunicated from the Green Wood. He is mixed race. His mother Viera, his father au ra, he struggles to find where he stands within his own family as well as the world he lives in. Uncareful steps found him in our shard, recalled as the “The Fallen Angel” from the first. Being of mixed race, there is gentleness and care placed within his character’s experiences. They are approached with a very fine line of understanding oneself as well as knowing where you fit within society. N’ami had the absolute honor of meeting him within the Steppe as a bystander, watching him serve food and medicinals to those that dwelled there. His acts of service, his selflessness was enough for her to offer her home and found family. He joined alongside the others without hesitation and sees N’ami as a sister and confidant. Though he appears large in stature, his heart, his soul is of pure intent. He carries himself as a gentle giant to whom he cares for, but a fierce protector as well. Shall he be tested, his enemy is met with their demise in kind. Interesting Fact: He is often seen as the Syndicate’s Inner City Liason. He focuses on community projects as well as understanding its needs so that he can assist with supplying them! Quick Facts: Trans Man Dating Atlas (Borderline Obsessive) Wears The Muzzle Because it looks So Damn Good (Atlas told him to wear it, cause it’s sexy)

IV: Meeko ‘The Rabbit’s Paw’ Dewlight

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III: Adelo 'The Smooth Talker' LeBlanc Adelo serves alongside his twin sibling, Tzi as another long standing member of the clan. Orphaned at a young age with his brother, Adelo also longed for belonging and found family. He serves as the syndicate liaison, using his wit and sharp interrogation skills to understand the inner workings of incoming threats. Adelo has a wealth of knowledge, both in the mental and physical, being the alchemist of the group. He specializes in alchemy and mixology, acting as a bartender for his own bar (front) within Limsa Lominsa. The bar is a place where many lie down their woes, for which he can exploit for information. Once the information is had, he communicates it forthrightly with the clan. Whether it's knowing who's in need, measuring the next threat, or simply talking up a business deal, Adelo is your guy. Fun Fact: Adelo has used many of his alchemist talents to assist with Doman citizens in need of healing potions or medicinals. As a budding herbologist, he seeks to understand the needs of ill residents and to supply them with whatever they need to seek healthiness. His only hang up is that he has tirelessly tried to convince N'ami to seek medical help. To which she consistently resists. “Lie your woes along the bar top, your secret is safe is with me…”

III: The Smooth Talker

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(A simple black background and a white rune/symbol rests upon it) At the young age of 9, N'ami had been carefully working on various symbols to communicate with her fathers to denote her location and safety. If you've delved into N'ami's lore, you'd know that her family specifically was targeted often in clan raids within the Steppe. She'd need to clearly communicate where she had found asylum until she returned home. Her fathers would find these symbols intricately placed within Doma to locate her. This symbol shown has many aspects that relate to N'ami's life in kind. The symbol is a rising sun along the coast of the red sea. The dash in the middle of the sunrise is a lone samurai, or in our case, N'ami. The dot just above the sunrise denotes an angel, N'ami's mother. N'ami decided to keep this symbol throughout her life, using it as the coined symbol of the Clan/Syndicate. Whispers mention that this symbol can STILL be found amongst docks, carved in trees and even stained in charcoal on Kugane side streets. If your character has ever ventured into Kugane or Yanxia, perhaps they may have stumbled upon this symbol. Perhaps they may have tried to understand it's meaning. It's simple: The Hidaka Clan is here. The Hidaka Clan is home.

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Tzipporah 'The Sharp Shooter' LeBlanc (Tzi | Zee) Tzi serves as one of the oldest members of the syndicate serving alongside his twin brother, Adelo. Tzi had a turbulent upbringing but has found solace in being the omniscient one of the twins. He serves as the syndicate scout, searching for aspiring samurai and tacticians to uphold the syndicate creed. He specializes in engineering, gunsmithing and weapons making. When he's not busy scouting in the field, he works with other blacksmiths and engineers in the area to make great weapons for the clan and potential customers. CW: SA Mention Interesting Fact: Tzi often hosts self defense classes at the dojo for mothers and victims of assault, serving as an asylum and safe space for them. He has also been seen taking matters into his own hands when it comes to revenge, however. His motto is simple: "An Eye For Eye."

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N'ami 'The Sun Killer' Hidaka N'ami is sat upon a chair that rests in the lower level of her dojo. Legs crossed in a well fitted suit, she awaits a meeting with the rest of her colleagues. The Hidaka Clan hosts a dojo for many who are looking to train and hone their skills; to be impactful and humble swordsman. However, below it's opening doors rests the syndicate, a group of 8 individuals who have upheld an ongoing philanthropic mission. They are often hired mercernaries, hired entertainment and businessman. But most of all, they lead to give to those in need, by any means necessary. Of the group, N'ami Hidaka stands as acting owner and creator of the LLC. Though there is lessened crime significance of the group, other governing bodies define them as such. N'ami is realized as the leader and keen eyes have been consistently tracking her. Lucky for her, the city, it's constituents and it's people, prefer her presence. She provides them with hope, rids the city of potential threats and does so with a humble and kind heart.

I: The Sun Killer

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