Hanzo Susanoo : The Onimusha
"Taste the power of flesh -- at the cost of humanity."
Profile
Name: Hanzo Susanoo
Nickname: Haze, Haze-San, Han
Alias: Onimusha
School: Conjurer
Race: Japanese
Age: 27
Gender: Male
Sexual Orientation: Heterosexual
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Details
Hair: Cut to fall just at his shoulders, Haze's hair is jet black and always managed and well groomed.
Facial Hair: Usually, haze prefers his face to be smooth and void of facial hair. Other times, he will grow in a full goatee. In rare cases, he can be seen with gruff beard when he has not got around to shaving.
Eyes: An inherited trait of his family, Haze's eyes are a brilliant emerald green.
Build: A rigorous training routine and dangerous lifestyle keeps Haze in peak physical condition. He is lean with muscle evenly distributed throughout his body.
Skin Tone: Haze has a healthy olive skin tone.
Height: Another Susanoo family trait is being tall and long, and Haze is no exception, appearing taller than the 5'10 he stands at.
Weight: With 0% body fat and 100% muscle Haze weighs in at 190 lbs.
Handed: Although Haze is naturally a lefty, he was taught to be ambidextrous.
Body Markings: Haze is covered from head to toe with colored tattoos, which because of his unique skill set, they are in constant motion and roaming his body.
Scar Tissue: Haze, surprisingly, doesn't have a single scar on his body.
Clothes
HeadOni Mask: When not relaxing, Haze can be found with a mask covering his face that resembles an oni demon. The mask covers his entire face and has long white falling from the back. It surprisingly sturdy and has not been broken since he first donned it many years ago.
NeckJade Serpent: The only thing he has left of his parents, is this small trinket that hangs from neck. It is quite valuable as it is made of jade and embed with emerald jewels. But, Haze would never part with it.
ChestHooded Cloak: A simple black is the only piece of clothing that ever touches Haze's upper body. He has taken to it more so since his departure from the shroud. The fabric blends nicely with the shadows, allows his body to breathe, yet insulates him comfortably.
BackLamentation: When not masked and hidden, his sword is always on his back if not in hand. It is wrapped heavily in bandages to stop prying eyes, but unravels without hindrance when killing must be done.
Arm/ShoulderArm Guards: Metal guards protect Haze's forearms. They are fashioned of steel and custom designed with the head of an oni resting on the wrist. The oni's fangs protrude just far enough past the fist to be used as weapons.
Right HandNothing.Left HandNothing.Right AccessoryNothing.Left AccessoryNothing.WaistRope Belt: A simple rope belt is tied around Haze's waist. There are sometimes pouches tied to the belt as well that contain various objects. No matter what, he always has his pipe and notepad on him, though.
LegsHakama: A black hakama is the most clothing you will ever Haze wear. The moment it becomes publicly acceptable to be nude or without pants, he will be the first to do so. Until then, he will continue to wear this.
Shin Guards: Much like his arm guards, Haze's shin guards are made of the same material and feature the same design. Except, the oni's horns are used as weapons instead of the fangs.
FeetTabi: Haze wears tabi around his feet, to further muffle the sound of his footsteps as well as offer comfortability.
Geta Sandals: Haze is not a big fan of shoes, so when he is not barefoot he is usallly wearing a pair of steel plated geta sandals.
Weapons
Primary Weapon
Weapon Name: Wrath of Bishamon
Weapon Type: Magic
Material: Spiritual Essence
Weapon Description/Info: The Wrath of Bishamon is a tattoo design featuring a series of images which cover Haze's entire body. The ink used is made of the rarest ingredients... besides being made from the ink of a Kraken; it is enchanted and imbued with the blood of Bishamon. Thought to be a god in his time, Bishamon was a powerful oni warrior. As a king, he ruled over a vast kingdom which spanned across the world, and was general to the fiercest army during that time period. He eventually met his demise, though, and was banished to a different plane. In spite of this, one of his devout followers managed to store some of his blood. With this blood, two things were done: a series of phylacteries were made and scattered throughout the world, and the blood was infused with the follower's bloodline to forever forge a connection with the banished god and what is left of his following. This bloodline still thrives as the Susanoo Clan, also known as the Jade Serpents of which Haze was born into, but unaware of.
Haze is a rare breed of conjurer, who has the aptitude to use the infamous technique of Tattoo Summoning. It is known throughout the world by many other names and can be performed through various methods, but what it all comes down to is: the ability to bring one’s own art to life. With the aid of the special ink, magic, and alchemy, this is all made possible. Even with all that, one could not reach the level of animation Haze has. This is because Haze's ink is possessed by the spirit of a powerful being. Not only does this give his art superb sentience, but it has made his body a living canvas. Every image on his body is in constant motion and has the same tangible effects it does as its real life counterpart.
There are a number of feats Haze can perform with this skill: summon elements, expel a poisonous fog, sprout appendages, unleash a variety of beast, and even forge weapons. What he cannot do is create things freehand. If he is not in possession of more ink or already inked on his body, then he cannot give life to his creations. Where this is counter-balanced, is the quantity of which he can summon from his body. But, just like any other mage, performing magic can take its toll.
Ultimately, Haze can summon Bishamon himself. Appearing in the form of a ghastly pair of arms with hands and a floating head, Bishamon lends his power to Haze. Strength, agility, and innate magic; are the gifts bestowed by this summoning.
Strength: Haze receives a boost to his overall endurance and strength, enabling him does more and takes more. Every blow from Haze has the power to shatter earth and stone. His hands grow phantom claws that are sharp like daggers. A single scratch leaves behind a faint trace of toxin. Though slow acting and easily curable, left unchecked it is quite easily capable of delivering fatality.
Agility: A slight increase in agility granted, which is not to be confused with speed. This allows him to move very quickly in short burst over short distances.
Magic: There are a few innate magical abilities Haze gains from the summoning. As if looking through Bishamon's eyes, Haze's sight is strong enough to penetrate the darkest night and the strongest magic. He is also able to spew forth a phantasmal torrent of flame that has no sound and burns coldly. If touched by these flames, the burning will not cease until the summoning has ended.
While summoning Bishamon grants Haze a plethora of abilities, it is not without its downfalls. The cost of such power is dire, one that must be paid with blood. To sustain the summoning, a constant flow of souls is required otherwise the summoning will come to an abrupt end after only a few minutes. Whether this debt is paid or not, the summoning takes quite a toll on Haze's body. Often, he is left weary and severely drained in power and stamina. Also, any injuries sustain before or after still exist, though the boost in endurance allows him to push through the pain. His body has not yet adapted to withstand the strain brought on by the summoning, nor has he gained enough power to summon Bishamon at a moment's notice or twice in a day. So summoning Bishamon is always his last resort, only to be used in the direst scenario.
Secondary Weapon
Weapon Name: Lamentation "
State of Sorrow"
Weapon Type: Broadsword
Material: Arcane Steel
Length: 6 ft
Weight: Weightless
Weapon Description/Info: The words here are just filler, or stuffing used to supplement descriptions and explanations until a later date. Until then, they will be as you see and used by me as a visual aid to show the outcome of the design scheme. Once I find time I will edit this, so check back regularly for updates.
The words here are just filler, or stuffing used to supplement descriptions and explanations until a later date. Until then, they will be as you see and used by me as a visual aid to show the outcome of the design scheme. Once I find time I will edit this, so check back regularly for updates.
The words here are just filler, or stuffing used to supplement descriptions and explanations until a later date. Until then, they will be as you see and used by me as a visual aid to show the outcome of the design scheme. Once I find time I will edit this, so check back regularly for updates.
Bio
Marital Status
Single
Occupation
Master Assassin
Birthplace
The shadow of Mt. Fuji, in a small unamed village.
Relatives
None:
Bio/History
-Born to Susanoo clan
-Family murdered night of his birth
-Taken in by killers
-Raised by the Gokudō, Oybun and Wife who could not have kids, became his parents
-Taught the assassin arts and how to use his powers
-Prominent and humble member, part of elite branch called the Shadō
-Eventually learns the truth about his past
-Seeks revenge, murders father and steals prize sword
-Hunted by brother and clan
-Has been on the run for years, thought to be free of them
-Joins group's cause for lack of anything better to do