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Greetings Kohai and welcome to the Ashuran Academy of War. This is where
your next few years will be spent and you will learn much about the ways
of the world, combat, philosophy, history and all that is Ashuran.

Firstly, you need to note that all members Kohai and above must seek
permission to leave the house. The oaths we take as Deshi are for life,
and to be released from this oath is not something we take lightly.

Through the course of your training in this academy, you will complete
three Trials and four Meditationals. The Trials are training
confirmation points, while the Meditationals should be considered more
as recognition of work. The purpose of this Academy is to build upon
your foundational learning and to form you into a capable warrior, a
courageous leader, and a true Ashuran.

A key trait and hallmark of a good leader is responsibility. We have a
responsibility to keep current with recent happenings, as well as to
defend our Home. All Ashurans are expected to become Soldiers for
Ashtan, and serve her without hesitation.

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After a period of five years stagnancy, your Trials will be considered
dated and may need to be retaken.

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Ashuran Tiger
=Tiger=

A student of the Body will be instructed in the basic usage of combat
skills and common kill tactics as they relate to different races and
classes. As a martial artist, your first focus will be on your own
strength and weakness and how to capitalise upon advantageous
situations. The best warriors are not the most showy, but the most
efficient. As a Kohai, you will be trained and tested in various one on
one combat scenarios which afford a chance to hone your skills. You are
expected to relish in combat and embrace your Body's survivability. As
you take on the Tiger, you must forge your body to become a powerful
weapon, capable of beating down all who oppose our will.


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---Trial Requirements---

- Level 50

- Readily able to locate all major arenas

- A sufficient supply of curatives

- Proven capacity to cure through an opponent's onslaught. Should be a
Student in the Path of the Jade Dragon

- Completion of a Meditational


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Ashuran Raven
=Raven=

I have read and it is said that "a victorious warrior wins first, then
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goes to war, whereas a defeated warrior goes to war first and seeks to
win". As an aspiring Kohai, and a student of the Mind, you will be
consistently challenged to puzzle your way out of conflicting,
precarious, and often dangerous situations. You will be challenged to
consider how best to succeed through the varying tribulations of
conflict. We must stack our assets to our advantage and keep a cool
mind, free of internal conflict when contemplating our opposition. You
must be fully versed in our History, and able to deliberate on the best
course of action. "When a nation is filled with strife, then do patriots
flourish."


---Trial Requirements---

- Be able to locate and explain the purpose of each location listed in
HHELP KOHAIGEOGRAPHY.

- Sufficient understanding of our House History and significant events,
past and present

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- Discuss the Ashuran Values and Creed. This can be submitted as an
Essay in a Letter or written in a journal.

- Completion of an additional Meditational

- Knowledge of the house hall of the Ashura - War Room, the library, the
temple, the bar, the Hatchery, the Bell Tower and the location of the
figurine of the Raven

---Special note---
On completing the Trial of the Raven, Kohai become eligible for a credit
reward from the House, see HHELP KOHAICREDITREWARD for further
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Ashuran Dragon
=Dragon=

You are a student of the Spirit, and an embodiment of the Ashuran
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Dragon. Having demonstrated some measure of courage and the capacity to
learn, you must now review again. You will need to look inwards and
learn now deeply, to draw ten thousand lessons from a single one - but
to know that one lesson well. A Kohai in this walk will now venture
further into hostile territory, gaining experience with fighting as a
member of a group, as well as tracking and eluding capture. As a student
of the Spirit, you will begin the walk into leadership, and thusly may
not be able to turn back, much as a dancing star cannot reverse its
birth back into discord. Be bold, brave, courageous, and mold your
spirit to become an unbreakable weapon, able to fight on when all else
falls to pieces.


---Trial Requirements---

- Level 70

- Recorded leadership in group conflict in and out of the arena. This
can be any manner of role, and should be noted to the current Gunsou or
Gunsou Aides via message. Leading a Raid or King of the Hill to success
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The lesson at an end, you dismiss Edrin.
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Edrin has requested that you share some of your knowledge of Kaido with him. 'OK' to commence the lesson.
ok
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You bow your head and contemplate Edrin's Kai.
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are effective examples of this.

- Abilty to track a target, essentially hunting the person. The goal is
to reliably catch a moving individual through any means available

- Proven capacity to work as a member of the Ashura

- Completion of an additional Meditational


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=Unity Meditational=

- Kohai are the largest force of activity in the House, and their
enthusiasm is infectious with the new troops. Kohai should lead at least
two Unity events. Deposit 1,500 gold into the Ashuran Account after your
Meditational has been approved.

*Note: Deshi may not attend parts of the hunt in Annwyn or Underworld.
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=Respect Meditational=

- Sempai are expected to be competent assets and role models to the
other Ashurans, and may be expected to assist in leadership roles. As
such, the Respect Meditational requires Kohai to become an Aide for at
least two positions, be they in the City or the House. Mentorship may
also be considered as a substitute. Deposit 1,500 gold into the Ashuran
Account after your Meditational has been approved.


=Diligence Meditational=

- We must all work to acquire the knowledge to defeat our foes. Kohai
should begin seeking spars early on, and join the combat rankings. You
should spar or duel no less than eight other classes. You should record
these confrontations in a Journal, and discuss your strategies with the
current Gunsou. Rampage and FFA spars will be considered as well.

- Kohai should further involve themselves in events around the World,
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and in the City. Be these Foozlings, Egghunts, or King of the Hills.
Kohai should partake in at least five events to complete this
Meditational. Deposit 1,500 gold into the Ashuran Account after your
Meditational has been approved.


=Competence Meditational=

- Kohai seeking advancement are required to be competent combatants. As
such, you must be deemed worthy by the current Daimyo of being a Walker
of the Path of the Jade Dragon

- Kohai will also be likely approached about particular tasks throughout
their training. The completion of these will be considered towards the
Meditational. Deposit 1,500 gold into the Ashuran Account after your
Meditational has been approved.



A note on Meditationals. I may be willing to accept alternative entries,
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Academy Graduates
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Kohai who have completed all Trials and Meditationals will be titled
"Academy Graduate." Academy Graduates must be of CR2 and HR4 or above to
be thought of for advancement. Before being considered for Sempai, you
must approach and gain the approval of two senior members.

Graduates to be considered for Sempai should request an interview with
the Gunsou and should write a letter of application to the Archdragon,
and the Gunsou stating their goals and how they will serve the Ashura as
Sempai. Candidates should emphasise the Ashuran Ideals or Values in
their letter.

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(Ref: HHELP KOHAIGEOGRAPHY, EQUIPMENT, ENCHANTMENTS, UNITY COMBATPOSTS
CLANHELP DRAGONPATH)

"Be a candle - take the flame that is the spirit of the Ashura that is
your legacy and pass it on." - Sensei Skarash Azon


Unity through Respect, Competence through Diligence.