It wasn't easy to find the Chrysanthemums' little 'recruitment office', tucked away in the deeper recesses of Roppongi Orbital Station. The Interspace base offered limited safety to the Sisterhood, but the idea of recruiting for a de facto terrorist organisation in low New Tokyo orbit was still almost unthinkable.
Almost.
Unfortunately for the Kusari authorities, the Sisterhood had always found a way - as, too, had those young women interested enough in the Chrysanthemums' cause to have come this far. They would be led carefully out of the brightly-lit, clean hallways that were open to all, and into the darker, more sedate maintenance corridors - normally hidden from the public eye, and used only by the station's maintenance and service staff.
The candidate would go up and down many flights of metal, battleship-grey stairs, and be taken through what seemed like miles of identical, fluorescent-lit corridors - so much so that it seemed the station could barely hold them all - until they would finally arrive at a nondescript room. To the casual passer-by, it would have seemed like a closet, or perhaps a storage room.
However, as the potential new Sister was directed curtly through the door, flanked by two unsmiling women, it would become clear to her that this was no mere broom cupboard. Instead, a bare, brightly-lit metal room greeted her - the only features being a single metal chair, a steel table, and a small piece of paper with a pen lying atop it.
She would be directed to sit down and write. The two guards would leave and wait outside until she was finished. Upon closer inspection, the paper's contents were very simple:
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[color=#FFD700][b]What is your full name?[/b][/color]
[b]Name: [/b]<write here>
[color=#FFD700][b]What is your date of birth and place of birth?[/b][/color]
[b]DOB/POB: [/b]<write here>
[color=#FFD700][b]Why are you here today, seeking to join the Sisterhood of the Golden Chrysanthemums?[/b][/color]
[b]Answer: [/b]<write here>
[color=#FFD700][b]Have you ever piloted a fighter or bomber craft? If yes, under what circumstances?[/b][/color]
[b]Answer: [/b]<write here>
[color=#FFD700][b]Have you ever captained a gunship-class or transport-class vessel? If yes, under what circumstances?[/b][/color]
[b]Answer: [/b]<write here>
[color=#FFD700][b]Have you any other skills or experience that would prove useful to our cause?[/b][/color]
[b]Answer: [/b]<write here>
[color=#FFD700][b]What does the name Yuyu Matsuda mean to you?[/b][/color]
[b]Answer: [/b]<write here>
[color=#FFD700][b]Explain, as briefly or as lengthily as you wish, the stance of the Sisterhood towards the Bretonian Crown.[/b][/color]
[b]Answer: [/b]<write here>
[color=#FFA500][i]//ooRP section:[/i][/color]
[color=#FFD700][b]Have you ever been sanctioned? If so, please provide links. This isn't an automatic failure, as long as you're honest.[/b][/color]
[b]Answer: [/b]<write here>
[color=#FFD700][b]Skype address? This is necessary for co-ordination, and all that jazz.[/b][/color]
[b]Answer: [/b]<write here>
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The paper would then be checked, and - after a brief period - a verdict would be given.
What is your date of birth and place of birth? DOB/POB: 794,At Planet Ney Tokio. That was our home..
Why are you here today, seeking to join the Sisterhood of the Golden Chrysanthemums?
It's the only place I can go to..It's the only place I seem fit to. It's the only place I feel I belong to.
And I seek revenge. But not mindless slaughter. *she smiles misterously* NO. It would be to easy. I want to destroy Samura and Kishiro with the way that no one ever forgets. I want them eat each other alife, I want them beg for mercy, I want them suffer as much as I did. I want them to torn apart everything they've ever built. And I have skills and methods to achieve this. *smiles dangerously*
I came from very noble and rich Kusari family. My father Sutsuma Ozu was one of the few very powerfull men in Samura not strictly attached to the highest seats, but having great influence on what the company (..or that pitiful band of thugs, which term is more apropriate) undertakes. He was extremly charismatic and influencial person. Maybe too influencial..he was murdered when I was 10..
Since then I was rised only by my mother..and infinite number of teachers, tutors, instructors etc. My mother was allways saying that only way for woman to mean samething in this world is to be extremely well educated. And so am I. I know 7 languages, have PhD in computer and chemical sciences(could make a bomb or two if needed), have very high rethorical skills. I was trained in hand to hand as well as in katana combat, precise shooting, spacecraft combat and tactic's. My father had his own Gunboat, one of those Ahoudori's, you know, so after his dead, just when I reached 12 i was slipping out to fly it every time i could..I even was few time cought by police *she smiles*. But my mother also payed much attention to my social skills, so I could behave in, as she was calling it: society.
In the meantime i was conducting my own investigation about my father's murder. Few weeks ago I was certain - I had proofs that my father was murdered by Samura's..with Kishiro's aid..*her smile dissapeared..replaced with cold face, icy cold eyes and a cold rage in her still calm voice*
It was just few days before thay've came to our house..and murdered my mother..I was just flying back from my daily gunboat practice flight..they were in 3 kishiro heavy fighters..but i've seen Samura's distinctions on pilots..when they spoted me they rushed to attack.. at that moment I wasn't thinking..my constantly practiced instincts were enough. Nothing was left after those 3 fighters..not even a dust..*she sighs*
After that I had no other choice than to run...I've sold my Ahoudori(I really do miss that one), bought the cheapest fighter I've found and run through nebulas and jump holes to reach Roppongi Station, to join Golden Chrysanthemums to find new family and to revenge my old one, my life, and all those who suffers from those mindless thugs..
Have you ever piloted a fighter or bomber craft? If yes, under what circumstances? Yes, of course. My mother ordered me to learn how to fly all type of ships. But i prefered larger ones
Have you ever captained a gunship-class or transport-class vessel? If yes, under what circumstances? As I mentioned above I love flying Ahoudori..I really regret i was forced to sell it..maybe some day..
Have you any other skills or experience that would prove useful to our cause? My wide knowledge,my social and flying skills, my sense of humor, and above all my total loyalty.
What does the name Yuyu Matsuda mean to you? She was a wonderfull woman..My mother was talking about her everyday. I've read nearly everything shehas written..My mother was verry impressed by her, and by what she had done for all women..And so am I..
Explain, as briefly or as lengthily as you wish, the stance of the Sisterhood towards the Bretonian Crown. It's simple: GC's like them, because they have a Queen!, they don't like Kusari, and especially they are at war with Kusaris ally: Galia. GCs help them to win the war, especially if that could lead to Bretonia-Kusari war, and making Queen Carina the Queen of Kusari.
//ooRP section: Have you ever been sanctioned? If so, please provide links. This isn't an automatic failure, as long as you're honest. Answer: No, never Skype address? This is necessary for co-ordination, and all that jazz. Answer: albus_alchemicus
What is your date of birth and place of birth? DOB/POB: Roppongi Station, New Tokyo System - 12/02/800
Why are you here today, seeking to join the Sisterhood of the Golden Chrysanthemums? Answer: My struggle began ever since my Uncle was engulfed by the vacuum which we call space. The Samura vessel he was aboard at the time, for business meetings, was one of the newer Akegata class transports. Little did he know that the air lock operator was a complete moron, otherwise he'd still be here today. I was very close with my Uncle, my mother and father ran away, leaving me and my twin sister with my Uncle. We were only 12 weeks old, not old enough to remember their faces. I suppose you could say I had a rough upbringing. I developed a hatred for the corporations, specifically Samura. My friends called me insane for being so passionate about what I believe in. I couldn't bring them around to see how subtly evil Samura is, they don't care for human life. Only what's left in their pockets at the end of the day. After my uncle died, I was extremely depressed. I found a dealer, cardimine seemed like a good way to get my mind off of things. I didn't have a job and was living on state pay. I wanted something more so I searched around, to see if anyone knew where I could find the Golden Chrysanthemums' recruitment center. It took me a while, but I got here. I need somewhere to call home, I heard you like blowing up the Samura rats as well. *She grins*
Have you ever piloted a fighter or bomber craft? If yes, under what circumstances? Answer: I only have experience in fighter combat, I'm sure that I am able to learn the skills of a bomber pilot.
Have you ever captained a gunship-class or transport-class vessel? If yes, under what circumstances? Answer: Never, I prefer a more agile craft.
Have you any other skills or experience that would prove useful to our cause? Answer: What more can I offer than my life?
What does the name Yuyu Matsuda mean to you? Answer: I have read many of her poems, truly inspiring. The perfect lady.
Explain, as briefly or as lengthily as you wish, the stance of the Sisterhood towards the Bretonian Crown. Answer: Bretonia is not an ally however they accept the Chrysanthemums as a lawful entity. Whilst Bretonia does have similar views to the Chrysanthemums, Liberty is less pleased by the presence of a Chrysanthemum. Although due to their friendship, we hope that Bretonia can sway them to their own way of viewing Chrysanthemums.
//ooRP section: Have you ever been sanctioned? If so, please provide links. This isn't an automatic failure, as long as you're honest. Answer: Nope
Skype address? This is necessary for co-ordination, and all that jazz. Answer: You have it
Your story sounds almost too good to be true. So good that it verges on the unbelievable. Furthermore, your knowledge of our cause appears shaky at best.
Unfortunately, it appears your path does not lie with ours. May you find better luck elsewhere.
Yuna Koharu
It seems your understanding is solid - forged by your experiences at the hands of Kusari's long-entrenched corporate tyranny. Your loss brings us all grief, but it is never too late to pull through for deserved vengeance.
Your neural net terminal will receive further instructions shortly. Welcome on board.
What is your full name? Name: Manami Kyubei What is your date of birth and place of birth? DOB/POB: 2/8/714 A.S, Planet Honshu Why are you here today, seeking to join the Sisterhood of the Golden Chrysanthemums? Answer: To continue my service into the Chrysanthemums as a long standing supporter and activist. Have you ever piloted a fighter or bomber craft? If yes, under what circumstances? Answer: Oh my, that was many years ago. Too many to count. But if I recall correctly, the Imperial Naval Forces were hot on our trail in Hokkaido, we had a lovely young commander lure them from the clouds and into the radiation of the star. While there, we took down 3 of their 9 ships and then retreated into the nearby fields, using an old scatter technique a Blood Dragon Elder had taught us. But if you imply recently, no, I haven't. Have you ever captained a gunship-class or transport-class vessel? If yes, under what circumstances? Answer: I've been piloting the Poisonous.Orchid for the past few years now, quite a pleasant ship to fly. It's maneuverability is stunning and it's ability to output firepower is impressive too. But, that doesn't mean I haven't met my fair share of escape pods while piloting the beast. Have you any other skills or experience that would prove useful to our cause? Answer: I'm as old as they come, thank the cardamine for that, and therefore ramble a lot about times gone by. It's useful information, I swear. What does the name Yuyu Matsuda mean to you? Answer: The woman who inspired a nation. What a wonderful person she was. While I wasn't around by her death, my mother had lovely tea room sessions with her on the occasion. Never told me much about her though, or maybe she did and I've totally forgotten it. Explain, as briefly or as lengthily as you wish, the stance of the Sisterhood towards the Bretonian Crown. Answer: The once proud crown of Bretonia is slowly succumbing to the cardamine influence and we love them for it. Of course, our assistance in the Tau Wars certainly affirmed our potentially friendly stance with them.
//ooRP section: Have you ever been sanctioned? If so, please provide links. This isn't an automatic failure, as long as you're honest. Answer: Must I do this everytime? Skype address? This is necessary for co-ordination, and all that jazz. Answer: p sure Omi already has it ( :
Your experience and enduring loyalty are invaluable gifts to the Chrysanthemums and from a long serving member to the cause such as yourself we ask no further trial.
You'll know your way around well enough already, but further instructions will be with you shortly. Welcome to the sisterhood.