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Description

Name: Jiyu - Meaning freedom.

Gender: Female.

Age:
Starting: 3 years.
Current: 6 years.

Species: Saber mix.

Rank: Bandit Deputy.

Song: Grow Till Tall - Jonsi

You'll know, when's time to go on
You'll really want to grow and grow till tall
They all, in the end, will fall...

Voice actor: Ali Hillis

Accessories: Two Blue Robin feathers from her first hunt.
Armor:
Leather connected steel back plates.
Two steel plates on her sides.
Leather shins with Saber teeth pricked up on them.

Personality:
<[ Loyal, Understanding, Strict/Mature, Independent, Wise, Self-Conscious/Honest ]>

<[ L o y a l ]>

Jiyu stays utterly loyal for as long as she lives to whoever she deems worthy of her loyalty and trust. It's rare of her to open up to either a saber or a wolf. There must be something in them where she can recognize herself in. She will never remain loyal to someone if she was forced to. Even if her own life was in danger. She believes that her place is with the bandits and that's where she'll remain for as long as she sees fit.

<[ U n d e r s t a n d i n g ]>

With her 6 years of experience, Jiyu has seen and been trough a lot. There's rarely a problem that she cannot interpret or solve. Though, she usually keeps closed off and rarely ever listens to anyone's problems, let alone tries to help them with their troubles. But, as a deputy, it's her duty to attend all the bandits if they need anything.

<[ S t r i c t / M a t u r e ]>

Being a deputy, that is, the second in command, it's her duty to keep the bandits from falling apart while her leader is away. She will not hesitate to voice-throw at someone or even do physical damage to anyone; bigger or smaller than her if they were to disobey either her or Takoda's rules. Jiyu is generally mature and serious. Jiyu is shown to be easily annoyed by others goofing off or drawing unneeded attention to themselves. She hates anything that she deems childish as well as being described as something close to a cub.

<[ I n d e p e n d e n t ]>

As her name suggests, Jiyu is mostly by her own. She doesn't need to confide in anyone or to seek advice from. She keeps herself inside her yard of experience and refuses to seek help from anyone, even when she needs it.

<[ W i s e ]>

After all those years of dealing with problems and learning from mistakes, Jiyu has developed great wisdom. She knows what is right in which moment and will be right about it 99% of the time. She may be the wisest of all the bandits. When they go marching in battle and most likely somewhere where something bad will happen, Jiyu stays back. She won't tell anyone but Takoda why, though. She also knows the values of life and death; knowing why it's more important to spare a life than to kill, but when she must or has to kill, she will execute that action.
<[ S e l f - C o n s c i o u s / H o n e s t ]>

Jiyu is brutally honest with herself. She is never easy on herself and will degrade herself for making a mistake, due to that event being super rare. She doesn't have much self-confidence, but is fully aware of her actions. She will rarely be honest with anyone else but Takoda and herself though. She deals with the facts very quickly and adapts to any given situations at a record speed.

Biography and Background:

<[ You'll Know ]>

"My life didn't begin so gloriously like the others had it in the beginning. I was small. I still am. I was mocked for it ever since I could remember. I lived in a clan outside of the tribes. My clan was based on fighting and fighting alone. Only those who were great fighters would prevail to have a happy life and the others would... Well, either die or get to the lowest level in the clan.

Since I was really small, no one even bothered to teach me how to fight. My parents didn't love me. No one cared for me. I was left on my own to raise myself. I didn't mind. I actually liked it.

I was out with the other cubs and tyro's who were learning to fight and I fought with them, but mostly because they mocked me for my size. I slowly started to develop a passionate hate for them. How dare they mock me?! So what if I was smaller than them?! Why would that matter?! Friendly and warning fights turned into bloodshed. After excessive fighting, I would get stronger, but I would still be mocked for the same reason. Repeatedly, I would let them get the best of me. Once, I got into a fight I never should have engaged. I got in a fight with an experienced saber. Without any doubt, he swiped me with a strong hit across my face. It felt numb. I could only feel warm blood trickling down my face. He warned me; He said that fighting will never solve any of my problems, even though he himself was in this clan made for.. Fighting. He said that that wound will turn into a scar which will be a reminder of this painfully-learned lesson. When I thought about it, he was right. He was utterly right... Whenever I was done with a fight, I felt as if though my problem only got bigger.

For once, I actually listened to someone. I wanted to learn more from him and he offered me help. He seemed different from all the rest... And.. Before I knew it, he took me in his care. It wasn't long until he took me to the place where he lived. He lived in an old, deserted forest. I came into his den and found out.. That he wasn't alone. He himself had a cub with him. I was surprised to say the least. His mate died and he had to take care of his son which he named himself. I remember his name loud and clear... 'Chetan'."
<[ When's Time To Go On ]>

"I've grown fond of this kid. Sure, he was younger than me, but... He kinda taught me how to be gentle instead of fighting and constantly being on guard. I couldn't use rough moves with him. It's like... His father and him were the family I never had. Chetan made me smile... Which was strange for me at first, but... I've actually grown fond of him and his father.

His father taught me how to use my strength and fighting skills to help others. How to use it for a better purpose instead of mindlessly fighting for my own cause. He taught me the meaning of taking someone's life and when to take it. I felt as though everything I knew about life was wrong, even if I was 3 and a half years old then. He taught me how to balance out everything and never overdo it with anything. I enjoyed his teachings. I enjoyed how he tutored me and Chetan together. Chetan was never jealous of me being with his father. I guess he saw me like a sister as well as I saw him as my brother. For the first time since that day I was born, I felt this positive thing called... Love.

In a few years since I got my scar, I was a changed saber. I now know what he meant when he said that this scar will be a reminder. I didn't forget who I was or what I did, but I never looked back. Chetan underwent the training with his abilities. I still didn't gain them... It must've been because of my size.. Again. One day, he took us out so we could learn how to hunt. I had more success than Chetan in that. I caught a rare Blue Robin with one quick leap. Chetan was a bit too bulky to catch a bird or anything fast, so after many attempts, he caught an elk afterwards. I didn't eat the bird, but neither did I kill it. I kept it still in my jaws until they went away. Why would I kill something if I didn't have to eat it? As soon as I put the bird on the ground, it got back to its senses and flapped away. As it flapped its wings, the bird dropped a few feathers behind, but its flight was so graceful and.. Beautiful. Just like the feathers it left behind. They were in various tones of blue... I took them as items of sentimental value and tucked them in behind my ear. Since then, I never took them off since then.

When we both were ready, he took us back to the clan camp. Sure, I was still small, and provoked because of it, but I never reacted as I did before. I had to deal with it sooner or later. Sooner sounds better..."
<[ You'll Really Want To Grow ]>

''One morning me and Chetan woke up to a loud noise. It wasn't exactly a morning time when we would usually wake up. The sun was hours away from rising. We were woken up by screaming and loud, crashing noises. Chetan's father went to us and told us to run. Run away as fast as we could. And never come back to this place. After that, he took off into.. Well, what I could make out, fire. I couldn't help but peek outside and see that the clan's camp was burning to ashes. The clanmates were scattered and being slaughtered by dire wolves who were attacking everyone in sight. The clan was drastically outnumbered. Chetan's father's searing voice speared trough my ears once more; 'RUN!'. As he stated that, I got to Chetan and we ran away with a heavy heart. I wanted to look back, but I couldn't. I could never look back. I could almost hear his final roar, leaving out all other screams and yowls that echoed trough the camp.

We ran and ran until we eventually collapsed on our feet. We were stranded in a desert area. We were starving, dehydrated and exhausted, but we mustn't stop. We couldn't stop. I kept moving, but Chetan was falling behind. Out of the blue, Chetan collapsed behind me. He couldn't walk anymore. 'Get up, Chetan. Get up, we need to go on.' I begged him, but no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't get back up on his feet. Even if I was exhausted, I picked him up and carried him on my own back. I won't lie, he was heavy and big compared to me, but... His well-being was more important to me than my own.

I continued walking forth until I reached the seashore. I went down from the cliffs and gently put Chetan in the shallow water so his body would cool down from the scorching sun. I didn't like the heat either. I was burning up as well, but I had to find us some drinkable water and food. I didn't pester him too much. I just told him that I'll be off and went away. After awhile, I came back with a few birds that were edible and I scooped up some water in a convex tree trunk. It was enough to satisfy his thirst and hunger. I had my share of hydration and nutrition awhile back. After he was all fed and well, I rested beside him. We both needed it. But something else was wrong with him.''
<[ And Grow Till Tall ]>

"Chetan was very ill and he wouldn't wake up... He must've picked up a disease from that desert. He was weak then, after all. I tried to help him. I tried to heal him with all that I knew, but nothing worked. I was no shaman nor a healer... I felt useless... And after all those years of learning! Damnit! I stayed beside him. I hoped that he will get better. I hoped with all I had... Until a strange saber appeared before us.

He had a metal mask on his face and asked what we were doing here and if we were in a tribe. I answered that we weren't and that we were only here to rest. I wasn't friendly with this guy at first. I was very protective of Chetan. The saber noticed this and quickly analyzed the situation. He unofficially challenged me in a duel without abilities since I had none. For the first time since I can remember, I got into a fight with someone and.. Got overpowered. No, he didn't kill me or give me any fatal injuries, but he stated that he liked the way I fight and that he could use that. He offered that if I was to come with him, he would cure Chetan's illness. I though that this was some sort of trick, but after hearing his words, I sensed no lie in his voice. He refused to tell me how though. I didn't hesitate. If it meant that Chetan would be well... And.. I'd have to be away from him because of it... I had to accept. For him. And so I did.

The stranger used an ability that I've never seen before. It had... It had a strange feeling as it went past me to Chetan. I watched in amazement as I saw Chetan's breathing go back to normal and he was now sleeping instead of being in something like a coma. I had so many questions for that stranger, but I refused to ask. He said it was time to go. I took one last glance at Chetan, licking his cheek goodbye as I followed him. I followed him and... Didn't look back."
<[ They All, In The End ]>

"The stranger's name was Takoda. He was a leader of a group called The Bandits. They were outcasts and runaways from the Tribes. I found out that there were Tribes in this area; Caush, Prathien, Evaresa, Seaven and a Dire Blood Pack with The Outcasts. Takoda had told me his story and why he was doing this. In a short period of time, I actually gained interest in all this. Believe it or not, he actually reminded me a lot of Chetan's father... I opened up to him. He did the same to me. We gained a mutual trust. I eventually told him my story after he told me his. We've been trough a lot and... Guess we found ourselves in each other. Takoda eventually taught me how to awake and use my abilities. He taught me how to control them and explained how he healed my brother; He possessed the ability of time.. I guess he must've reverted Chetan's state before he got that illness...

Time passed away. It must've been a year since I joined The Bandits and left Chetan on his own... Takoda promoted me to his deputy; Second in command. I was honored to say the least. Eventually other's joined us. Some members were okay to me, some weren't. Others still mocked me because of my size. Regardless that Chetan's father wasn't here, I knew better than to go out and fight with them. I would still appreciate if they would refer to me as deputy Jiyu instead of giving me stupid and senseless nicknames, but... All in all they were okay. Even though we were suppose to be bad, compared to the Tribes, we were something like a small family. I really enjoy being in this group of sabers. It's where I belong.

I sneaked out one night to the place where I last saw Chetan. Of course, he wasn't there, but I had this urge to see him again. I searched the territory around the spot and eventually ended up sneaking around Seaven's territory. I hoped I wouldn't find him here, but alas; he was a member of the Seaven Tribe now. This.. This meant that we were enemies in a way.. Regardless, I went up to him when he was alone. I greeted him all happy to see him well, but all I had back as a reply... Was an aggressive stance and a menacing growl. I was confused at first, but then I explained to him that we don't have to be enemies just because of our allegiance, but, what hurt me the most was what he said; He said that he doesn't know who I am. That I should just leave before he alerted the Tribe. I felt as though a spear went trough my entire being. I tried to make him remember. I tried to make him remember our whole life we spent together! But I couldn't make it. He chased me away from Seaven. Hurt, my heart went colder and harder. I wasn't so happy as I was before. I felt... Empty.

Takoda soon found out about what I did. He didn't punish me for it, no, but instead told me that's what they do in The Tribes; Manipulate others into their own little rules and change their views on the world... But... Regardless, I still couldn't believe that Chetan... A cat who could've been my brother, forgot about me... He didn't even know my name."
<[ Will Fall ]>

"I'm 6 years old now. I've changed a lot in these past few years... And it's hard to believe what has happened trough all this time... The life of a deputy... A Bandit Deputy is really nice and relaxing. You don't need anyone. You'd feel free if you weren't me. I still felt brought down by what Chetan said to me... And I just couldn't shake it off just like that... I guess... It must've been either a side affect from the illness he had earlier or a side affect of Takoda's time ability... I don't know, but I couldn't simply reverse it... And so, I let go of Chetan and turned to The Bandits as my new family. A family... That will never be the same as the one I had.. 'Once upon a time'.

It was all going well. I was forgetting Chetan myself. But... But then Takoda came back from his patrol with Pike and told me what happened; Chetan died. How? He killed him... HE KILLED HIM! HOW COULD HE?! HE KNEW CHETAN HIMSELF AND YET HE KILLED HIM! He... H-He was MY BROTHER! My FAMILY! And he... He killed him... He knew how much Chetan meant to me and yet he still--. Damnit! I was so close to slapping him across the face, but managed to keep it in.. For... My tears landed harder than the blows of paws and claws... He informed me personally so others wouldn't see my true face... A face of caring... And love... And compassion... He left me alone to be with myself that night. I couldn't believe that.. After all Chetan and I have been trough... He was gone... He was... Dead..."
<[ You'll Know, You'll Go ]>

"There was no use holding it in now... Chetan was home. He was with his father. He was in a better place than this disgusting land. I couldn't stay mad at Takoda once I let him explain why he did what he did. It was partially Chetan's fault as well. As for me? I became more cold and closed off to others. I didn't want to bond with anyone because I don't want to lose anyone precious to me ever again... And so, I have no true friends, no family... Nothing that I really can smile to. But that's okay... I kinda like it. It's not so bad being alone. After all, where was I all this time... But alone?"

Interesting facts

Jiyu is smaller than an average female saber. She is the size of a Siberian tiger.

Jiyu still has breakdowns from what happened to Chetan. She considered him as if he was her real, blood related brother.

She isn't the one to engage in a battle, but will only fight if she must.

Family

-- Parents:Mother: //
Status: Unknown.

Father: //
Status: Unknown.

-- Siblings:Half-brother: Gola //
Status: Unknown.

Current Apprentice:- ---
Past Apprentice(s):- ---
Past Mentor(s):- Chetan's father.

Relationships:

Mate: None.

Past Mate(s): None.

Cubs: None.

Tribe Statistics:

Ability Points: 80 AP [25 unused.]
Ice: Level 2.
Lightning: Level 4.

Traits:Dominant: Melanism [AA], Dark Striping [Aa], Light underbelly [Aa], Sockings [Aa]

Recessive: Teal eyes [Aa], Light ear insides [aa]

Carrier: Short fur [aa], Yellow eyes [Aa], Light paw pads [aa]

Note: Carrier traits cannot be seen.

Relationships:

=> Neutral
=> Friend
=> Close friend
=> Attraction
=> Crush
=> Family
=> Dislike
=> Love
=> Respect
=> Hate

Tribe Caush

None yet.

Tribe Prathien

/ Chosovi
"Cho'... You're one of the best sabers I've met in my life. I wish you were never captured, but.. Then, how would you know the truth about us?..."

Tribe Seaven

/// Chetan
"You were a good damn kid, Chetan. I couldn't have wished for a better... Brother. I don't know how you forgot about me, but... I will never forget about you. Not our cubhood. Not our past. Nothing. It will all stay with me, in my mind until the end of time... Say hello to father for me... Will you?"

Tribe Evaresa

None yet.

Dire Blood Pack
None yet.

The Outcasts
None yet.

The Bandits
Takoda
/ - Entry 1: "I can never repay him enough for saving my brother."
// - Entry 2: "We became good friends over time! He sure isn't what he appears to be. I understand him all too well..."
/ - Entry 3: "I don't care what you have to say. You didn't have to kill him. When I first met you, I thought you were a cat who couldn't kill another in an 'accident', as you put it..."
/ - Entry 4: "I'm sorry for my outburst.. It's just hard.. I know you didn't mean to kill him. He was a stubborn kit from the start... I wish I could say I forgive you, but... I'm not brave enough to after what I said..."
// - Entry 5: "He never ceases to surprise me... The way he turned back on his own needs for all of us when we fought Croix and Reaper. Thank the spirits, he finally showed his true face!"

// - Entry 6: These feelings were regained during the battle between the Bandits, and Croix and Reaper. "I couldn't be more proud of how he turned out."
/// - Entry 7: "Give up? S-Stop after all this fighting..? I guess you don't want anymore injuries for the lot of us... *Smiles.* You were never a bad guy, and I would've clawed my past self a dozen times for thinking that you were... If I could undo it, I would... I really would.. But with this wound of mine bleeding out, and all these bruises weakening me... I don't even have the chance to speak.. And say... Thank you.. And I'm the one who's sorry... For everything."

/ Pike
"OhmyGooooooooood. Someone get this thing away from me. I hate you cheesy and lame attempts of flirting and seduction. And learn how to address me properly! Dear Gods, you drive me insane!"

/ Ahanu
"I feel sorry for you, kid... I really do and... I know what it's like to be in your skin... Trust me."
"Guess you were another innocent one to die because of Takoda and his incompetence... You're the only one I really liked out of all the bandits... I'm sorry, kid."

/ Alika
".... Just stay away from me, you snob. Get your head out of the clouds, then we can talk."

/ Reaper
"Same as Alika. You should really mature up more and stop being such cubs. It's gonna come right back at you if you continue."

/ Gilan
"I like him. He sure knows authority when he sees it. Not just that, but he can control himself. Unlike the most in this godforsaken group."

// Croix
"YOU MY FELLOW WHATEVER YOU ARE, KEEP AWAY FROM CHOSOVI AND ME OR I SWEAR, WITH OR WITHOUT TAKODA HERE, I WILL RIP YOUR HEAD CLEAN OFF YOUR SHOULDERS, YOU PR*CK."

/ Nikki
"Well........... Uh........... You're a big ball of fun fluff, aren'tcha?.......... A...... Violent, psycho big ball of fun fluff...."

/ Abeeku
"You should just learn how to respect someone else but the leader. ... Just a tad."

// Splint
"....................................... -Shakes head in disbelief and disappointment in life's goods.-"
"Thank all that is good and bad that you're dead! I can't believe that you killed Ahanu, you madman! I'm glad that The Seavens killed you! If I got my claws on you, you'd wish you were never born!"

[c] celestialMayday
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So done with you, Jiyu.
So done.

Description

Name: Jiyu - Meaning freedom.

Gender: Female.

Age:
Starting: 3 years.
Current: 6 years.

Species: Saber mix.

Rank: Bandit Deputy.

Song: Grow Till Tall - Jonsi

You'll know, when's time to go on
You'll really want to grow and grow till tall
They all, in the end, will fall...

Voice actor: Ali Hillis

Accessories: Two Blue Robin feathers from her first hunt.
Armor:
Leather connected steel back plates.
Two steel plates on her sides.
Leather shins with Saber teeth pricked up on them.

Personality:
<[ Loyal, Understanding, Strict/Mature, Independent, Wise, Self-Conscious/Honest ]>

<[ L o y a l ]>

Jiyu stays utterly loyal for as long as she lives to whoever she deems worthy of her loyalty and trust. It's rare of her to open up to either a saber or a wolf. There must be something in them where she can recognize herself in. She will never remain loyal to someone if she was forced to. Even if her own life was in danger. She believes that her place is with the bandits and that's where she'll remain for as long as she sees fit.

<[ U n d e r s t a n d i n g ]>

With her 6 years of experience, Jiyu has seen and been trough a lot. There's rarely a problem that she cannot interpret or solve. Though, she usually keeps closed off and rarely ever listens to anyone's problems, let alone tries to help them with their troubles. But, as a deputy, it's her duty to attend all the bandits if they need anything.

<[ S t r i c t / M a t u r e ]>

Being a deputy, that is, the second in command, it's her duty to keep the bandits from falling apart while her leader is away. She will not hesitate to voice-throw at someone or even do physical damage to anyone; bigger or smaller than her if they were to disobey either her or Takoda's rules. Jiyu is generally mature and serious. Jiyu is shown to be easily annoyed by others goofing off or drawing unneeded attention to themselves. She hates anything that she deems childish as well as being described as something close to a cub.

<[ I n d e p e n d e n t ]>

As her name suggests, Jiyu is mostly by her own. She doesn't need to confide in anyone or to seek advice from. She keeps herself inside her yard of experience and refuses to seek help from anyone, even when she needs it.

<[ W i s e ]>

After all those years of dealing with problems and learning from mistakes, Jiyu has developed great wisdom. She knows what is right in which moment and will be right about it 99% of the time. She may be the wisest of all the bandits. When they go marching in battle and most likely somewhere where something bad will happen, Jiyu stays back. She won't tell anyone but Takoda why, though. She also knows the values of life and death; knowing why it's more important to spare a life than to kill, but when she must or has to kill, she will execute that action.
<[ S e l f - C o n s c i o u s / H o n e s t ]>

Jiyu is brutally honest with herself. She is never easy on herself and will degrade herself for making a mistake, due to that event being super rare. She doesn't have much self-confidence, but is fully aware of her actions. She will rarely be honest with anyone else but Takoda and herself though. She deals with the facts very quickly and adapts to any given situations at a record speed.

Biography and Background:

<[ You'll Know ]>

"My life didn't begin so gloriously like the others had it in the beginning. I was small. I still am. I was mocked for it ever since I could remember. I lived in a clan outside of the tribes. My clan was based on fighting and fighting alone. Only those who were great fighters would prevail to have a happy life and the others would... Well, either die or get to the lowest level in the clan.

Since I was really small, no one even bothered to teach me how to fight. My parents didn't love me. No one cared for me. I was left on my own to raise myself. I didn't mind. I actually liked it.

I was out with the other cubs and tyro's who were learning to fight and I fought with them, but mostly because they mocked me for my size. I slowly started to develop a passionate hate for them. How dare they mock me?! So what if I was smaller than them?! Why would that matter?! Friendly and warning fights turned into bloodshed. After excessive fighting, I would get stronger, but I would still be mocked for the same reason. Repeatedly, I would let them get the best of me. Once, I got into a fight I never should have engaged. I got in a fight with an experienced saber. Without any doubt, he swiped me with a strong hit across my face. It felt numb. I could only feel warm blood trickling down my face. He warned me; He said that fighting will never solve any of my problems, even though he himself was in this clan made for.. Fighting. He said that that wound will turn into a scar which will be a reminder of this painfully-learned lesson. When I thought about it, he was right. He was utterly right... Whenever I was done with a fight, I felt as if though my problem only got bigger.

For once, I actually listened to someone. I wanted to learn more from him and he offered me help. He seemed different from all the rest... And.. Before I knew it, he took me in his care. It wasn't long until he took me to the place where he lived. He lived in an old, deserted forest. I came into his den and found out.. That he wasn't alone. He himself had a cub with him. I was surprised to say the least. His mate died and he had to take care of his son which he named himself. I remember his name loud and clear... 'Chetan'."
<[ When's Time To Go On ]>

"I've grown fond of this kid. Sure, he was younger than me, but... He kinda taught me how to be gentle instead of fighting and constantly being on guard. I couldn't use rough moves with him. It's like... His father and him were the family I never had. Chetan made me smile... Which was strange for me at first, but... I've actually grown fond of him and his father.

His father taught me how to use my strength and fighting skills to help others. How to use it for a better purpose instead of mindlessly fighting for my own cause. He taught me the meaning of taking someone's life and when to take it. I felt as though everything I knew about life was wrong, even if I was 3 and a half years old then. He taught me how to balance out everything and never overdo it with anything. I enjoyed his teachings. I enjoyed how he tutored me and Chetan together. Chetan was never jealous of me being with his father. I guess he saw me like a sister as well as I saw him as my brother. For the first time since that day I was born, I felt this positive thing called... Love.

In a few years since I got my scar, I was a changed saber. I now know what he meant when he said that this scar will be a reminder. I didn't forget who I was or what I did, but I never looked back. Chetan underwent the training with his abilities. I still didn't gain them... It must've been because of my size.. Again. One day, he took us out so we could learn how to hunt. I had more success than Chetan in that. I caught a rare Blue Robin with one quick leap. Chetan was a bit too bulky to catch a bird or anything fast, so after many attempts, he caught an elk afterwards. I didn't eat the bird, but neither did I kill it. I kept it still in my jaws until they went away. Why would I kill something if I didn't have to eat it? As soon as I put the bird on the ground, it got back to its senses and flapped away. As it flapped its wings, the bird dropped a few feathers behind, but its flight was so graceful and.. Beautiful. Just like the feathers it left behind. They were in various tones of blue... I took them as items of sentimental value and tucked them in behind my ear. Since then, I never took them off since then.

When we both were ready, he took us back to the clan camp. Sure, I was still small, and provoked because of it, but I never reacted as I did before. I had to deal with it sooner or later. Sooner sounds better..."
<[ You'll Really Want To Grow ]>

''One morning me and Chetan woke up to a loud noise. It wasn't exactly a morning time when we would usually wake up. The sun was hours away from rising. We were woken up by screaming and loud, crashing noises. Chetan's father went to us and told us to run. Run away as fast as we could. And never come back to this place. After that, he took off into.. Well, what I could make out, fire. I couldn't help but peek outside and see that the clan's camp was burning to ashes. The clanmates were scattered and being slaughtered by dire wolves who were attacking everyone in sight. The clan was drastically outnumbered. Chetan's father's searing voice speared trough my ears once more; 'RUN!'. As he stated that, I got to Chetan and we ran away with a heavy heart. I wanted to look back, but I couldn't. I could never look back. I could almost hear his final roar, leaving out all other screams and yowls that echoed trough the camp.

We ran and ran until we eventually collapsed on our feet. We were stranded in a desert area. We were starving, dehydrated and exhausted, but we mustn't stop. We couldn't stop. I kept moving, but Chetan was falling behind. Out of the blue, Chetan collapsed behind me. He couldn't walk anymore. 'Get up, Chetan. Get up, we need to go on.' I begged him, but no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't get back up on his feet. Even if I was exhausted, I picked him up and carried him on my own back. I won't lie, he was heavy and big compared to me, but... His well-being was more important to me than my own.

I continued walking forth until I reached the seashore. I went down from the cliffs and gently put Chetan in the shallow water so his body would cool down from the scorching sun. I didn't like the heat either. I was burning up as well, but I had to find us some drinkable water and food. I didn't pester him too much. I just told him that I'll be off and went away. After awhile, I came back with a few birds that were edible and I scooped up some water in a convex tree trunk. It was enough to satisfy his thirst and hunger. I had my share of hydration and nutrition awhile back. After he was all fed and well, I rested beside him. We both needed it. But something else was wrong with him.''
<[ And Grow Till Tall ]>

"Chetan was very ill and he wouldn't wake up... He must've picked up a disease from that desert. He was weak then, after all. I tried to help him. I tried to heal him with all that I knew, but nothing worked. I was no shaman nor a healer... I felt useless... And after all those years of learning! Damnit! I stayed beside him. I hoped that he will get better. I hoped with all I had... Until a strange saber appeared before us.

He had a metal mask on his face and asked what we were doing here and if we were in a tribe. I answered that we weren't and that we were only here to rest. I wasn't friendly with this guy at first. I was very protective of Chetan. The saber noticed this and quickly analyzed the situation. He unofficially challenged me in a duel without abilities since I had none. For the first time since I can remember, I got into a fight with someone and.. Got overpowered. No, he didn't kill me or give me any fatal injuries, but he stated that he liked the way I fight and that he could use that. He offered that if I was to come with him, he would cure Chetan's illness. I though that this was some sort of trick, but after hearing his words, I sensed no lie in his voice. He refused to tell me how though. I didn't hesitate. If it meant that Chetan would be well... And.. I'd have to be away from him because of it... I had to accept. For him. And so I did.

The stranger used an ability that I've never seen before. It had... It had a strange feeling as it went past me to Chetan. I watched in amazement as I saw Chetan's breathing go back to normal and he was now sleeping instead of being in something like a coma. I had so many questions for that stranger, but I refused to ask. He said it was time to go. I took one last glance at Chetan, licking his cheek goodbye as I followed him. I followed him and... Didn't look back."
<[ They All, In The End ]>

"The stranger's name was Takoda. He was a leader of a group called The Bandits. They were outcasts and runaways from the Tribes. I found out that there were Tribes in this area; Caush, Prathien, Evaresa, Seaven and a Dire Blood Pack with The Outcasts. Takoda had told me his story and why he was doing this. In a short period of time, I actually gained interest in all this. Believe it or not, he actually reminded me a lot of Chetan's father... I opened up to him. He did the same to me. We gained a mutual trust. I eventually told him my story after he told me his. We've been trough a lot and... Guess we found ourselves in each other. Takoda eventually taught me how to awake and use my abilities. He taught me how to control them and explained how he healed my brother; He possessed the ability of time.. I guess he must've reverted Chetan's state before he got that illness...

Time passed away. It must've been a year since I joined The Bandits and left Chetan on his own... Takoda promoted me to his deputy; Second in command. I was honored to say the least. Eventually other's joined us. Some members were okay to me, some weren't. Others still mocked me because of my size. Regardless that Chetan's father wasn't here, I knew better than to go out and fight with them. I would still appreciate if they would refer to me as deputy Jiyu instead of giving me stupid and senseless nicknames, but... All in all they were okay. Even though we were suppose to be bad, compared to the Tribes, we were something like a small family. I really enjoy being in this group of sabers. It's where I belong.

I sneaked out one night to the place where I last saw Chetan. Of course, he wasn't there, but I had this urge to see him again. I searched the territory around the spot and eventually ended up sneaking around Seaven's territory. I hoped I wouldn't find him here, but alas; he was a member of the Seaven Tribe now. This.. This meant that we were enemies in a way.. Regardless, I went up to him when he was alone. I greeted him all happy to see him well, but all I had back as a reply... Was an aggressive stance and a menacing growl. I was confused at first, but then I explained to him that we don't have to be enemies just because of our allegiance, but, what hurt me the most was what he said; He said that he doesn't know who I am. That I should just leave before he alerted the Tribe. I felt as though a spear went trough my entire being. I tried to make him remember. I tried to make him remember our whole life we spent together! But I couldn't make it. He chased me away from Seaven. Hurt, my heart went colder and harder. I wasn't so happy as I was before. I felt... Empty.

Takoda soon found out about what I did. He didn't punish me for it, no, but instead told me that's what they do in The Tribes; Manipulate others into their own little rules and change their views on the world... But... Regardless, I still couldn't believe that Chetan... A cat who could've been my brother, forgot about me... He didn't even know my name."
<[ Will Fall ]>

"I'm 6 years old now. I've changed a lot in these past few years... And it's hard to believe what has happened trough all this time... The life of a deputy... A Bandit Deputy is really nice and relaxing. You don't need anyone. You'd feel free if you weren't me. I still felt brought down by what Chetan said to me... And I just couldn't shake it off just like that... I guess... It must've been either a side affect from the illness he had earlier or a side affect of Takoda's time ability... I don't know, but I couldn't simply reverse it... And so, I let go of Chetan and turned to The Bandits as my new family. A family... That will never be the same as the one I had.. 'Once upon a time'.

It was all going well. I was forgetting Chetan myself. But... But then Takoda came back from his patrol with Pike and told me what happened; Chetan died. How? He killed him... HE KILLED HIM! HOW COULD HE?! HE KNEW CHETAN HIMSELF AND YET HE KILLED HIM! He... H-He was MY BROTHER! My FAMILY! And he... He killed him... He knew how much Chetan meant to me and yet he still--. Damnit! I was so close to slapping him across the face, but managed to keep it in.. For... My tears landed harder than the blows of paws and claws... He informed me personally so others wouldn't see my true face... A face of caring... And love... And compassion... He left me alone to be with myself that night. I couldn't believe that.. After all Chetan and I have been trough... He was gone... He was... Dead..."
<[ You'll Know, You'll Go ]>

"There was no use holding it in now... Chetan was home. He was with his father. He was in a better place than this disgusting land. I couldn't stay mad at Takoda once I let him explain why he did what he did. It was partially Chetan's fault as well. As for me? I became more cold and closed off to others. I didn't want to bond with anyone because I don't want to lose anyone precious to me ever again... And so, I have no true friends, no family... Nothing that I really can smile to. But that's okay... I kinda like it. It's not so bad being alone. After all, where was I all this time... But alone?"

Interesting facts

Jiyu is smaller than an average female saber. She is the size of a Siberian tiger.

Jiyu still has breakdowns from what happened to Chetan. She considered him as if he was her real, blood related brother.

She isn't the one to engage in a battle, but will only fight if she must.

Family

-- Parents:Mother: //
Status: Unknown.

Father: //
Status: Unknown.

-- Siblings:Half-brother: Gola //
Status: Unknown.

Current Apprentice:- ---
Past Apprentice(s):- ---
Past Mentor(s):- Chetan's father.

Relationships:

Mate: None.

Past Mate(s): None.

Cubs: None.

Tribe Statistics:

Ability Points: 80 AP [25 unused.]
Ice: Level 2.
Lightning: Level 4.

Traits:Dominant: Melanism [AA], Dark Striping [Aa], Light underbelly [Aa], Sockings [Aa]

Recessive: Teal eyes [Aa], Light ear insides [aa]

Carrier: Short fur [aa], Yellow eyes [Aa], Light paw pads [aa]

Note: Carrier traits cannot be seen.

Relationships:

=> Neutral
=> Friend
=> Close friend
=> Attraction
=> Crush
=> Family
=> Dislike
=> Love
=> Respect
=> Hate

Tribe Caush

None yet.

Tribe Prathien

/ Chosovi
"Cho'... You're one of the best sabers I've met in my life. I wish you were never captured, but.. Then, how would you know the truth about us?..."

Tribe Seaven

/// Chetan
"You were a good damn kid, Chetan. I couldn't have wished for a better... Brother. I don't know how you forgot about me, but... I will never forget about you. Not our cubhood. Not our past. Nothing. It will all stay with me, in my mind until the end of time... Say hello to father for me... Will you?"

Tribe Evaresa

None yet.

Dire Blood Pack
None yet.

The Outcasts
None yet.

The Bandits
Takoda
/ - Entry 1: "I can never repay him enough for saving my brother."
// - Entry 2: "We became good friends over time! He sure isn't what he appears to be. I understand him all too well..."
/ - Entry 3: "I don't care what you have to say. You didn't have to kill him. When I first met you, I thought you were a cat who couldn't kill another in an 'accident', as you put it..."
/ - Entry 4: "I'm sorry for my outburst.. It's just hard.. I know you didn't mean to kill him. He was a stubborn kit from the start... I wish I could say I forgive you, but... I'm not brave enough to after what I said..."
// - Entry 5: "He never ceases to surprise me... The way he turned back on his own needs for all of us when we fought Croix and Reaper. Thank the spirits, he finally showed his true face!"

// - Entry 6: These feelings were regained during the battle between the Bandits, and Croix and Reaper. "I couldn't be more proud of how he turned out."
/// - Entry 7: "Give up? S-Stop after all this fighting..? I guess you don't want anymore injuries for the lot of us... *Smiles.* You were never a bad guy, and I would've clawed my past self a dozen times for thinking that you were... If I could undo it, I would... I really would.. But with this wound of mine bleeding out, and all these bruises weakening me... I don't even have the chance to speak.. And say... Thank you.. And I'm the one who's sorry... For everything."

/ Pike
"OhmyGooooooooood. Someone get this thing away from me. I hate you cheesy and lame attempts of flirting and seduction. And learn how to address me properly! Dear Gods, you drive me insane!"

/ Ahanu
"I feel sorry for you, kid... I really do and... I know what it's like to be in your skin... Trust me."
"Guess you were another innocent one to die because of Takoda and his incompetence... You're the only one I really liked out of all the bandits... I'm sorry, kid."

/ Alika
".... Just stay away from me, you snob. Get your head out of the clouds, then we can talk."

/ Reaper
"Same as Alika. You should really mature up more and stop being such cubs. It's gonna come right back at you if you continue."

/ Gilan
"I like him. He sure knows authority when he sees it. Not just that, but he can control himself. Unlike the most in this godforsaken group."

// Croix
"YOU MY FELLOW WHATEVER YOU ARE, KEEP AWAY FROM CHOSOVI AND ME OR I SWEAR, WITH OR WITHOUT TAKODA HERE, I WILL RIP YOUR HEAD CLEAN OFF YOUR SHOULDERS, YOU PR*CK."

/ Nikki
"Well........... Uh........... You're a big ball of fun fluff, aren'tcha?.......... A...... Violent, psycho big ball of fun fluff...."

/ Abeeku
"You should just learn how to respect someone else but the leader. ... Just a tad."

// Splint
"....................................... -Shakes head in disbelief and disappointment in life's goods.-"
"Thank all that is good and bad that you're dead! I can't believe that you killed Ahanu, you madman! I'm glad that The Seavens killed you! If I got my claws on you, you'd wish you were never born!"

[c] celestialMayday
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So done with you, Jiyu.
So done.