Tate (Shield) is a political organization (considered as one of syndicates in Hogosha) that was secretly formed in Kusari in late 822 A.S. They position themselves as “true patriots of Kusari” and are wishing to see Kusari as the most powerful and wealth House in sector, closed for everyone but kusarians.
It is unknown which Syndicate was involved, but it is completely clear that someone in Hogosha was wishing more than their position, so preparations have begun. At first, the idea of being free from foreign influence was pushed only by Kayao Takahashi, whose actions of robbing foreigners were interpreted as first attempts to build the System, around which modern Tate’s philosophy was build later. But it was just the beginning.
In the beginning of 823 A.S., Keiji Minoku and his colleagues were fired from Samura, officially - for unprofessionalism and poor knowledge of the business, the real reason for this was because of open manifestation of cruelty to Kishiro and GMG employees, what could lead to a political scandal and weaken Samura’s position later. They’ve easily found a contact with Takahashi, and their collaboration has begun. After that, some Samura employees have retired and joined Tate, inspired by Minoku’s leave.
They were joined by Ruruka Isshihara, a Police cadet who was kicked from academy for drunken brawls with foreigners in bars. Her friends, who were also involved, followed her and joined Tate as well. Her support came with the condition of rejection of relations to any criminal groups outside of Kusari. Her father, a businessman, secretly funds Tate since then.
Organization has spreaded a little, expansioning from New Tokyo to the bordering systems. However,..
...Tate’s actions couldn’t be left unnoticed, and in the end of May, 823, their central office was occupied by joint forces of KNF and KSP. Fortunately for Tate, the office was empty that day, and nobody or nothing was arrested.
Organization’s directorate fled from New Tokyo, but was suddenly contacted by someone who called themselves Nagao. Nagao stated that Tate is watched by Kempeitai closely, and they wish to take control over the organization - or its fate would “rather become more vague and miserable”. Directorate has accepted Nagao’s demand, but forced them to leave Kempeitai to avoid any suspicions on them.
Besides all above, Tate has secretly got close connections to Kusari State Police, but even some members of organization’s directorate don’t even suppose that.
So, Tate is growing and, with their growth, their appetites grow too. For now their major efforts are concentrated on removing GMG from Kusari space and building a distrustful reputation for Kishiro in Kusari.
Technical data.
ID/IFF: Hogosha.
Tag: [l]
Reputation charts.
Allied:
Hogosha
Friendly:
FA, for being the most close ally to Hogosha
Samura, as their interest is lobbied by Tate.
KSP and KNF for being the only trustful authorities’ representatives
Suspicious:
Kruger, the only corporation that has a struggle with GMG.
Remnants of Imperial Kusari Navy.
Neutral:
Corsairs and Gaians, who are Hogosha’s allies, but are gaijins as well.
Unfriendly:
Everyone else.
Considered enemies:
BD, GC, OC, Junkers, Xenos for their previous actions.
The Coalition, for their pathetic propaganda of equality.
Nomads and infested forces.
Organization's goals.
Primary goals:
- To ensure the growth and prosperity in Kusari.
- To defeat the ideological enemies of Kusari.
- To unify the people of Kusari.
- To claim Saigon planet for Samura.
Secondary goals:
- To destroy GMG and take over their property.
- To destroy Blood Dragons and Golden Chrysanthemums, these fanatics, whose pity attempts to come to power only lead to troubles in Kusari.
- To ensure that no foreigner has any influence in Kusari.
- To establish Samura’s monopoly on House’s inner market.
Rank system.
Menba (Member, >) is an ordinary member of Tate. To show their zeal and faith in organization’s beliefs, they must honor the System and do anything the directorate wishes.
They are allowed to use Kusari-built fighters, bombers and transports.
Jimoto no rida (Local leader, >>) is a member of Tate that was recognized as competent enough to lead small groups, such as logistics convoys and squadrons.
They have access to Kusari-built gunboats and everything for Members.
Shitenchou (Branch manager, >>>) is a lower rank commander that’s responsible for every dealing in a system in Kusari space.
They have access to civilian ships and everything for lower ranks.
Direkuta (Director, >>>>) is a member of the directorate, and one of those who sets the goals for others.
They have access to special ships, such as Hogosha allies’ ships, and liners.
Kantokusha (Supervisor, >>>>>) is the member of the directorate who ensures that everything is corresponds to the basis of the System. They have no real power over other Directors, for exception of initiating a vote to remove another Director from position if a traitorship is suspected.
The System.
1. We all swear to die for our home’s prosperity and stability.
2. We are one, and nothing can stop us in pursuing our goals.
3. We are the only hope of our home.
4. Everyone who is not from Kusari, are potential enemies and must be watched closely.
5. Our enemies must be fought mercilessly and no one must be spared.
6. Our efforts will not be in vain, everything we do is right.
7. The day of our triumph will come, and we must bring it closely by any means.
8. Kusari will grow. Kusari only.