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t o r a
Specializes in: Shi-gai exorcism through weaponry
Tora, also known as the Tiger clan, is a formidable onmyouji clan who values valor and power. They are distinguishable for their large, strong builds and tower in physical strength. Members of the Tora clan are trained in some form of combat at a young age. Upon entering their teens, they move on to specialize in a form of weaponry. Choosing a weapon to specialize in is very important to a Tora for this signifies the gaining of their "fangs". Once they have mastered the weapon chosen, it is purified by priests, allowing them the ability to cut down Shigai.
Aside from Shi-gai exorcism, the Tora family also creates the finest purified swords in Amestuchi.
Specializes in: Shi-gai exorcism through weaponry
Tora, also known as the Tiger clan, is a formidable onmyouji clan who values valor and power. They are distinguishable for their large, strong builds and tower in physical strength. Members of the Tora clan are trained in some form of combat at a young age. Upon entering their teens, they move on to specialize in a form of weaponry. Choosing a weapon to specialize in is very important to a Tora for this signifies the gaining of their "fangs". Once they have mastered the weapon chosen, it is purified by priests, allowing them the ability to cut down Shigai.
Aside from Shi-gai exorcism, the Tora family also creates the finest purified swords in Amestuchi.
m i y a m o t o
Specializes in: Spiritual Barriers
The Miyamoto clan is a clan which was once part of the Fujiwara clan. It specializes in seals but after developing their own techniques in forming spiritual barriers, the clan has long set itself apart from its sister clan. Members of this clan are usually trained to sharpen their focus and concentration, as both are needed to maintain stable barriers. A Miyamoto's barrier can trap Shi-gai and troublesome Ayakashi of various sizes depending on the user's abilities. A purification barrier can be used to exorcise Shi-gai or vanquish Ayakashi back to Ukiyo. Large scale barrier exorcisms are usually carried out by at least three onmyoujis.
The barrier technique used by Miyamoto onmyoujis are a safe-guarded secret. It is stressed to be used wisely.
References of barrier techniques: x x x x
Specializes in: Spiritual Barriers
The Miyamoto clan is a clan which was once part of the Fujiwara clan. It specializes in seals but after developing their own techniques in forming spiritual barriers, the clan has long set itself apart from its sister clan. Members of this clan are usually trained to sharpen their focus and concentration, as both are needed to maintain stable barriers. A Miyamoto's barrier can trap Shi-gai and troublesome Ayakashi of various sizes depending on the user's abilities. A purification barrier can be used to exorcise Shi-gai or vanquish Ayakashi back to Ukiyo. Large scale barrier exorcisms are usually carried out by at least three onmyoujis.
The barrier technique used by Miyamoto onmyoujis are a safe-guarded secret. It is stressed to be used wisely.
References of barrier techniques: x x x x
西村
Nishimura Mizuha
n i s h i m u r a
Specializes in: Purification techniques
The Nishimura clan is located in the western villages of Ametsuchi. It is known for purifying humans who have been tainted by harmful Ayakashi, and occasionally Ayakashi who have been blighted. (*A blighted Ayakashi is not a Shi-gai but it is the early signs of an Ayakashi ready to turn Shi-gai. If caught in this stage and purified of its blight, an Ayakashi can be saved). Purification is not to be mistaken as exorcism as Shi-gai are beings who are incapable of being purified. Aside from humans and ayakashi, purification techniques also extend to haunted or cursed areas.
Before a temple is built, the Nishimura clan is usually called to purify and sanctify the area. They usually use Khakkhara staffs to aid them.
Specializes in: Purification techniques
The Nishimura clan is located in the western villages of Ametsuchi. It is known for purifying humans who have been tainted by harmful Ayakashi, and occasionally Ayakashi who have been blighted. (*A blighted Ayakashi is not a Shi-gai but it is the early signs of an Ayakashi ready to turn Shi-gai. If caught in this stage and purified of its blight, an Ayakashi can be saved). Purification is not to be mistaken as exorcism as Shi-gai are beings who are incapable of being purified. Aside from humans and ayakashi, purification techniques also extend to haunted or cursed areas.
Before a temple is built, the Nishimura clan is usually called to purify and sanctify the area. They usually use Khakkhara staffs to aid them.
t a k a h a s h i
Specializes in: Preserving the border between Ukiyo and Ametsuchi
The Takahashi clan, also known as the Bridge, was one of the first clans to specialize in onmyodo. It was the first clan to fully study and confirm the existence of the Floating World, later naming the two realms Ametsuchi and Ukiyo. Because of its extensive history, the Takahashi clan is known as the clan with the most knowledge on onmyodo techniques; though it is not known to specialize in any one form. The clan focuses more on keeping peace between the two realms and furthering its studies and research in the spiritual plane.
The clan is also stationed at the main Gateway of the two realms. It is their duty to ensure that nothing crosses over and that it never opens.
Over the years, the Takahashi clan has dwindled in strength and numbers and are struggling to return to their former glory.
Specializes in: Preserving the border between Ukiyo and Ametsuchi
The Takahashi clan, also known as the Bridge, was one of the first clans to specialize in onmyodo. It was the first clan to fully study and confirm the existence of the Floating World, later naming the two realms Ametsuchi and Ukiyo. Because of its extensive history, the Takahashi clan is known as the clan with the most knowledge on onmyodo techniques; though it is not known to specialize in any one form. The clan focuses more on keeping peace between the two realms and furthering its studies and research in the spiritual plane.
The clan is also stationed at the main Gateway of the two realms. It is their duty to ensure that nothing crosses over and that it never opens.
Over the years, the Takahashi clan has dwindled in strength and numbers and are struggling to return to their former glory.
藤原
Members of Fujiwara
f u j i w a r a
Specializes in: Talisman crafting.
The Fujiwara clan was one of the first clans to create and input the use of talisman into onmyodo teachings. Their talismans are known to be the best out of the eleven clans with each talisman having its own intended functions. Talisman types include: tracking talisman, shiki talisman, ofuda (exorcism and purification tailisman) and protection and warding talisman. The Fujiwara clan is the main supplier of talisman so it is not unlikely to see another clan using a Fujiwara talisman.
Specializes in: Talisman crafting.
The Fujiwara clan was one of the first clans to create and input the use of talisman into onmyodo teachings. Their talismans are known to be the best out of the eleven clans with each talisman having its own intended functions. Talisman types include: tracking talisman, shiki talisman, ofuda (exorcism and purification tailisman) and protection and warding talisman. The Fujiwara clan is the main supplier of talisman so it is not unlikely to see another clan using a Fujiwara talisman.
z h a n g
Specializes in: Yokai dealings through Dance and Song
The Zhang family is known for their gift of Dance. They are a well-rounded clan who mostly deal with escorting lost Ayakashi back to Ukiyo. At young, they are trained to master various dance and song rites. During important festivals, the Zhang family are usually the ones called to perform. Using their voice and movement, they are able to open pathways to Ukiyo, allowing lost spirits to go home. Depending on the nature of their song and dance, they could even extinguish Shi-gai and free Wasuremonos should they need to.
In order for the Zhang rituals to commence, the onmyouji usually carries an item such as a Suzu or Tamagushi, to aid them in their performance.
References: x x
Specializes in: Yokai dealings through Dance and Song
The Zhang family is known for their gift of Dance. They are a well-rounded clan who mostly deal with escorting lost Ayakashi back to Ukiyo. At young, they are trained to master various dance and song rites. During important festivals, the Zhang family are usually the ones called to perform. Using their voice and movement, they are able to open pathways to Ukiyo, allowing lost spirits to go home. Depending on the nature of their song and dance, they could even extinguish Shi-gai and free Wasuremonos should they need to.
In order for the Zhang rituals to commence, the onmyouji usually carries an item such as a Suzu or Tamagushi, to aid them in their performance.
References: x x
y e u n g
Specializes in: Spiritual Blessings
The Yeung clan (pronounced as Yang), also known as the Sun clan, is rumored to be a clan favored by the gods. Members of the Yeung clan usually grow up to be priestess or priests who give humans in Ametsuchi blessings through their patron deities. Most prophecies of blessings or warnings of disaster are given and made by the Yeung clan. They are most commonly known to hold their residence in shrines or temples.
Out of the eleven clans, the Yeung clan is the clan most common of bearing onmyouji with strong spiritual gifts.
Specializes in: Spiritual Blessings
The Yeung clan (pronounced as Yang), also known as the Sun clan, is rumored to be a clan favored by the gods. Members of the Yeung clan usually grow up to be priestess or priests who give humans in Ametsuchi blessings through their patron deities. Most prophecies of blessings or warnings of disaster are given and made by the Yeung clan. They are most commonly known to hold their residence in shrines or temples.
Out of the eleven clans, the Yeung clan is the clan most common of bearing onmyouji with strong spiritual gifts.
h a n
Specializes in: Naming Techniques
The Han clan is one of the strongest and most mysterious clans due to their techniques in using Names. They are one of the only clans who can master Naming Techniques (one of the trickiest and most elusive Onmyodo techniques) and use them in their dealings with the Ayakashi. A name holds much power for both Ayakashi and humans. With the right technique, a name can be taken and once taken, it binds the creature's soul to the master's will. In most cases, names are given instead of stolen as stealing a name is near impossible.
A Han user can use naming techniques to free Wasuremono, allowing them to remember their past selves for a brief moment before they leave for reincarnation. They can also use names to bind and seal Ayakashi back to Ukiyo (so far, this is the moral extent of their abilities) granted that they know the Ayakashi's True Name. Shi-gai can also be exorcised but this is rarely done due to the difficulty and risks taken in the technique.
References to Naming Techniques: x x
Specializes in: Naming Techniques
The Han clan is one of the strongest and most mysterious clans due to their techniques in using Names. They are one of the only clans who can master Naming Techniques (one of the trickiest and most elusive Onmyodo techniques) and use them in their dealings with the Ayakashi. A name holds much power for both Ayakashi and humans. With the right technique, a name can be taken and once taken, it binds the creature's soul to the master's will. In most cases, names are given instead of stolen as stealing a name is near impossible.
A Han user can use naming techniques to free Wasuremono, allowing them to remember their past selves for a brief moment before they leave for reincarnation. They can also use names to bind and seal Ayakashi back to Ukiyo (so far, this is the moral extent of their abilities) granted that they know the Ayakashi's True Name. Shi-gai can also be exorcised but this is rarely done due to the difficulty and risks taken in the technique.
References to Naming Techniques: x x
漆崎
Members of
Urushizaki
u r u s h i z a k i
Specializes in: Shikigami usage
The Urushizaki clan were pioneers in using Shikigami which later opened the paths in creating Contracts. Unlike shiki talisman which the Fujiwara clan uses, Urushizaki shiki are puppet Ayakashi which are made to do the onmyouji's bidding. Owning a Shiki is considered the mark of a great onmyouji in the Urushizaki clan. Strong onmyoujis can own and summon up to three Shikis. Keeping them summoned in Ametsuchi requires a considerable amount of spiritual energy. Because of its nature, it is usually at a disadvantage to Contracts; however, unlike bonded yokai, Shikis are incapable of betraying their masters.
Due to the blooming use of Contracts, the use of Shikigami have been rapidly declining. (No thanks to a certain genbu who keeps eating Shikigami).
Specializes in: Shikigami usage
The Urushizaki clan were pioneers in using Shikigami which later opened the paths in creating Contracts. Unlike shiki talisman which the Fujiwara clan uses, Urushizaki shiki are puppet Ayakashi which are made to do the onmyouji's bidding. Owning a Shiki is considered the mark of a great onmyouji in the Urushizaki clan. Strong onmyoujis can own and summon up to three Shikis. Keeping them summoned in Ametsuchi requires a considerable amount of spiritual energy. Because of its nature, it is usually at a disadvantage to Contracts; however, unlike bonded yokai, Shikis are incapable of betraying their masters.
Due to the blooming use of Contracts, the use of Shikigami have been rapidly declining. (No thanks to a certain genbu who keeps eating Shikigami).
s h i g a
Specializes in: Shi-gai exorcism through jutsu
The Shiga clan is one of the few clans who can rival the Tora clan in terms of physical strength. The use of jutsu involves martial arts and the Shiga are masters at the usage of various jutsus; though their main type is usually taijutsu and jujutsu. At a young age, they are brought up to learn multiple hand seal techniques which allow them to exorcise and seal Shi-gai.
One of the first jutsu techniques learned in the Shiga clan is the Nine Hand Seal: [Rin, Pyou, Tou, Sha, Kai, Jin, Retsu, Zai, Zen]
References: x x
Specializes in: Shi-gai exorcism through jutsu
The Shiga clan is one of the few clans who can rival the Tora clan in terms of physical strength. The use of jutsu involves martial arts and the Shiga are masters at the usage of various jutsus; though their main type is usually taijutsu and jujutsu. At a young age, they are brought up to learn multiple hand seal techniques which allow them to exorcise and seal Shi-gai.
One of the first jutsu techniques learned in the Shiga clan is the Nine Hand Seal: [Rin, Pyou, Tou, Sha, Kai, Jin, Retsu, Zai, Zen]
References: x x
m u r o o
Specialization: Shi-gai exorcism through chanting
The Muroo clan, also known as the Eleventh clan, majors in exorcism through use of chants. Because of their techniques, Muroo children are trained to have good memory at a young age as many of their chants are long and repetitious. The Muroo's chants not only give them the power to subdue Shi-gai but also act as a meditation technique to cultivate and boost their spiritual abilities. Some chants are rumored to allow them to communicate with the Ayakashi without the use of a contract.
One odd fact about the Muroo clan is that their clan heads never exceed the ages of thirty-five, making them the youngest clan leaders out of the eleven families.
Specialization: Shi-gai exorcism through chanting
The Muroo clan, also known as the Eleventh clan, majors in exorcism through use of chants. Because of their techniques, Muroo children are trained to have good memory at a young age as many of their chants are long and repetitious. The Muroo's chants not only give them the power to subdue Shi-gai but also act as a meditation technique to cultivate and boost their spiritual abilities. Some chants are rumored to allow them to communicate with the Ayakashi without the use of a contract.
One odd fact about the Muroo clan is that their clan heads never exceed the ages of thirty-five, making them the youngest clan leaders out of the eleven families.
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