Doji Hayaku
From L5r: Legend of the Five Rings
| Doji Hayaku | |
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| Born: | c.28 |
| Died: | Unknown |
| Parents: | Kakita, Doji |
| Siblings: | Doji Yasurugi, Doji Konishiko, Doji Nio, Kakita Shimizu |
| Spouse: | Daidoji Yohko |
| Children | Unknown |
| Titles: | Daidoji Daimyo |
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Doji Hayaku was the fifth and youngest son of Doji and Kakita. Hayaku was the younger sibling of a Thunder, and attempted to find his sister after the Day of Thunder. Though he did not find his sister, Hayaku did find her sword. In return for his valor and service, he was granted the Daidoji family name.
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[edit] Hayaku's Journey
When his sister, Doji Konishiko, was lost to the Shadowlands on the Day of Thunder, the Lady Doji had a dream that she was still alive and suffering. Hearing his mother's vision, Hayaku chose to follow his sister's journey and bring her back. Hayaku traveled to the Crab Clan to seek assistance, but the members of the clan laughed and told him that what he wanted to do could not be done. Undetered, Hayaku went alone into the Shadowlands.[1]
[edit] Hayaku's Return
Three years later, Hayaku returned to his family. He was unable to talk of the horrors he had seen because of a scar along his throat, and his once-black hair had turned ghostly white. Although his body had suffered from his journey, he had returned triumphant, bringing Shukujo, the sword forged by Doji Yasurugi and wielded by Doji Konishiko.[1]
[edit] Hayaku's Reward
For bringing back the soul of Yasurugi and Konishiko, Hayaku was given his own family. Those who followed him bore the the name Daidoji family name, meaning the Defenders of the Doji. The Daidoji since then became the sworn protectors of the oher Crane families.[1]
[edit] Hayaku's Wife
During his journey in the Shadowlands Hayaku encountered a ronin who had once been a member of the Crab Clan. Hida Yohko had been disgraced for using maho in the defense of her family, and had entered the Shadowlands seeking death. Meeting Hayaku changed her outlook on life, and she helped him find his sister's blade. After their return, the two were wed and she took the Daidoji name.[2]
[edit] Lasting Traditions
To honor Hayaku, many among the Crane Clan bleached their hair white. In this way, they showed their respect for his courage and sacrifice, and it also allowed them to show their dedication to the Crane. The traditions continues among many Crane to this day.[1]
[edit] External Links
- From L5RSearch.com: Doji Hayaku
References
| Preceded by: None | Daidoji Daimyo c.45 - ? | Succeeded by: Unknown |
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