An Introduction And The History To The Hitoshirezu Village
The Hitoshirezu Village located in the Hino lands of the Twelve Demon kingdoms, is the sanctuary for the Phoenix. It consists of and old style Japanese style Village, it somewhat resembles the Edo Period. At the southern end of the village is a long stone stair way that leads up Hino Hill to the Hino Shrine, where Phoenix’s are born and can take shelter if need be. From The Shrine courtyard there is another set of stone stairs that lead up to The Hino Palace which is located on top of the hill looking over the village and the kingdom. Going from the Palace, to the west is the Bamboo Forest, which leads up the western mountain pass. Up the mountain just a bit natural Hot Springs can be found. There are also a lot of caves in this area of the Mountains. During winter this is where Xiachan comes and sleeps. If you continue up the mountains you will eventually leave the Hino lands and enter King Lutaz's Kingdom Kyou, which is a land of never ending winter. North of the Palace is the Hino Shrine and The Hitoshirezu Village itself just down the hill.
Further north of the village down the man made path the northern mountains this is the northern border of the lands. Over the mountains is the Tei Pai Kingdom which is Queen Seung-Mina's domain. To the east is another forest with a stream that leads to a waterfall. From there it turns into a river and runs into the Astral Lake. That is the eastern broader. To the south is a rocky mountain pass which leads into the En Kai Kingdom where the current Queen, Queen Shizuru rules.
The Phoenix Garden can be located at the lake. It is paradise but can only be entered with the by a Phoenix. Its water supply is cut of from the main area. The garden itself consists of a small pond with a light water fall. There are fruit trees there that grew a special type of fruit that can only be found in the garden. It is in small valley that echoes with the sound of the water fall and is filled with the smell of the flowers that grow there. A lot of Phoenix’s come here in the spring and summer with their partners for the mating season.
The history of the Village goes back to the time when the first demons were born on Mt. Hou from both fruits of the Genesis and Sephiroth trees. The first Phoenix Suzaku was born from the fruits of the Sephiroth Tree. She came to the land the Village now is in and claimed it for herself. As other Demons claimed other lands for themselves. On the Southern hilltop on the centre platform she built the Hino Shrine for herself and all her future Kind as a sanctuary should any Phoenix need shelter or safety. The top platform of the hill above the Shrine she built the Palace. After that was done she built the Village.
War soon broke out over where territories and boarders expanded to. Also over the concern of over beings coming to the demons realms. The discovery of what happens when Demons mix breed also had a strong concern when the Hybrid Predators were discovered. So the land was divided into twelve sections and The Demon Council was formed with a representative from each land and Kingdom.
Suzaku became the first Empress of The Hino lands and joined the Council as the lands representative. Suzaku agreed to the boarder lines she was gives as she had no intention of make her new home The Hitoshirezu Village a warring land. She created Phoenix eggs in the shrine using a magic item known as the Eye Of Ra. She also came up with the idea of the Phoenix agreement seeing as Phoenix’s had the uncanny ability to resurrect themselves in fire, as long as there life essence can get to the fire they were born in.
Suzaku decided that the Shrine would be the best Place for Phoenix’s to hatch there eggs. So using some of her Life Essence she created the sacred fire that even today burns in the Shrine. Suzaku was more then happy with the land she had built. The Eastern Boarder at the time was a crater as the Astral Lake would not appear for many Millions of years later when Nami would be born. This to was the same for the Forest Stream, waterfall and river that flow there today.
Seeing as the Shrine was mainly there for Phoenix’s. Suzaku made separate rules from the Shrine as from the kingdom itself. These were as followed.
Rule 1: Any phoenix can over rule the decision of the current Queen or King that has to do with the well being of the Shrine.
Rule 2: All decisions made by the Phoenix’s Guardians of the Shrine must be obeyed without Question.
Rule 3: Physical fighting is forbidden to take place with in the Shrine. By punishment of death. No blood shall be spilt with in its walls.
Rule 4: If anyone drags a Phoenix out who is in the Shrine they to will be subdue to Punishment.
Rule 5: No one damage or destroy and part of the Shrine or property that can be located in it.
Suzaku even came up with a special rule that had to do with the whole kingdom not just the Shrine.
Rule: If the current Queen or King make decision or act in away that could threaten the Kingdom. Any Phoenix can retaliate against it and Kill them without any punishment being forced upon them.
The Hitoshirezu Village became the peaceful place Suzaku had dreamed it would be. Thought the laws were tough they did the job of maintaining peace and keeping everyone safe. Yearly Festivals also began and even weekly was when the main town street was closed off and a big fire was lit at night for everyone to come out and celebrate. Suzaku also passes some new laws for the village.
Rule 1: The Village will be a peaceful. It will not go to war with any other kingdom.
Rule 2: Everyone should feel safe in the Village. Aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated.
Rule 3: Everyone has a voice. And everyone ones shall be heard.
Rule 4: No one and I mean no one. Will ever question the will of The Phoenix.
Seeing as the Village’s main purpose was the Shrine. People from outside Realms came to in order to claim a Phoenix for themselves. A small war broke out as Suzaku refused to give Phoenix’s to just anybody. The war ended in tragedy as when leaving into one of the invading Realms Suzaku was killed. This lead to the discovery of the Phoenix’s weak points. The first one being if they are killed in another Realm there Essence can not return to The Hino Shrine. All Phoenix’s can not stay in over Realms for to long without running low of Mana (Life Energy). Jade stone is highly deadly to them. It can cause extreme pain and even death.
Suzaku’s Last rule once introduced with her last breath. It was named after her and is one of the most important rules there is.
Suzaku’s Law: No Jade will ever be brought to The Hitoshirezu Village or even into the Boarders of The Hino Land. If anyone brings Jade to the Land of even dare to attack a Phoenix while they are here with a Jade Weapon. There Punishment will be torture, followed by a Public Execution.
Suzaku’s Ashes were gathered and placed in the Sacred Fire of The Hino Shrine. The fire burned brighter after that and still burns that strong today. It is said her essence is still in her ashes and watchers the shrine protecting it from the fire even today.
In honour of Suzaku all Phoenix’s all who ones who Share Phoenix blood must have there last name as Suzaku. A festival is held every year on the day of her death to remember her.
Due to the fact that all Phoenix’s are women a law was also passed down that the Queen will be the main one reasonable for the running of the village. Even she is married to man and makes him the King. Also only a Queen can be the person who unites to people in marriage while they live in The Hitoshirezu Village. Even if it is a Queen from another kingdom with in the Twelve Demon Lands.
The Village however has now been moved and goes from Realm to Realm every Seven Days. The land of Hino has been divided up into different Tribes, with the village serving as a netrual place.
The Hino Shrine
The Hino Shrine is loctaed in Phoenix Land. It is home for The Great Fire, in which only A Phoenix can use. The Fire Gaurds alll Phoenix's and will protect them Good or Evil. When a Phoenix is in The Shrine. Nothing can harm them.
A Guide To Phoenix's
The Hino Lands as they have have become to be known by, are the home the true and only real home for Phoenix's. The Phoenix Shrine houses them all as well as the great fire that can resurrect them back to life providing the Essence of A Phoenix can find it's way there. The land around is covered in a special Mana that gives Phoenix's their strength. They can not live long with out the Mana that fire produces. Phoenix's are very protective of their home. This has lead to probelms with people in the past. But the village was built for them and only they can take full advantage of the powers Hino provides through Mana.
The Four Point Gaurdains
The Four Point Gaurdains act as bodygaurds to the Shrine and The Phoenixs should they ask for help. The four Poitns are The Gaurdain of The North, The Gaurdain of The West, The Gaurdain of the East, and The Gaurdain of The South. Each of the Gaurdains carrys Pure Blood of The Great Trees. They also keep the village safe and strongly believe in and up hold the old ways.
Kirie Suzaku's House
The very sight of this House gives off an uneasy feeling. Located with in Astral Lake Land the house can be seen from the village. A two floor house, with a balcony coming out of the second floor bedroom. it was build by the Astral Twins for Kirie. No one is allowed in. And all who do enter without permission, are never seen again. Though maybe you will hear there last chilling scream echo from the house.
WRANING: If your Character Enters this house they will die. Kirie can over write the No Kill Rule for a Character who enters her house. This is your only warning.
Places To Visit - The Dragons Bar
This Tavern belongs to and is the home for Amaya. The rules are simple all are welcome as long as there is no trouble. A great palce for people to sit back and have a great drink and relax. As well as plenty of food to choose from a great menu.
RL Rule. - No Character fights are allowed here between two different Role Players.
Places To Visit - Nami's General Store
Nami's General shop. It also served as her house and can be found next to the Water Fall. It is locatded deep in Astral Lake Land. The Store has recently been reopened. Though it is in Astral Tibe Land. The path coming to and going to the Store is ok to use as long as you only use it to come and go from the Store. At present time it is also the Home for Skye, Sayu and Malice.
Palces To Visit - Karoi's Relaxation Shop
Had a tired day? Have you been fighting a monster that just stressed you out? Well never fear just swing on by and leave the rest to Kaori and her well trained staff. Choose from a relaxing dip in the Spa, to a nice relax soak in the Mud Baths. If your feeling tense then have a Massage. Don't forget to satisfy your thrist with the many non achool jucies and smoothies. All you need to do here is sit back and let your troubles fade away.
RL Rule. - No Character fights are allowed here between two different Role Players.
Places To Visit - Azumi's Dojo And Training Grounds
Looking to be the best. Do you want to be the number one fighter in all of The Hitoshirezu Village? Well you can't since Azumi already has that title. But shes always willing to help you become the second best fighter next to herself of course. The traning is hard but if you can handle it. (And the ego of your future Sensei.) Then sign up today. The Dojo is located across the courtyard from the shrine. This place will also host many tournaments to true warrior's who wish to test their skills.
Places To Visit - The Lycan Weapon Shop
The Lycan Wepaon shop can be found in The Lycans Land. All are welcome as long as they keep to Lycan Tribe Rules. The Store is run by Kain who also lives there. It was bought and owened by Wolf as a building and turned into a Wepaons Shop. It is the only Wepaons Shop in the Village. And due to Phoenix Contract is the only Wepaon Store allowed to be opened.
RL Rule: There is no fighting in The Weapon Store.
Places To Visit - The Hot Springs Inn
Built and owened by Yukiko Chi Suzaku it is located close int he Bamboo Forest up one of the paths leading into the Mountains. It has its own Bar and Restaurant but only for customers who are checked inn. It has rare drinks made by Akane Chi Suzaku as well as some of the best food around. It has both inside and outside Springs. As well as private Springs available in some rooms if you have the extra gold.
RL Rule: No fighting is allowed in the Inn.