Backgrounds

Unrestricted
The following backgrounds are approved for character generation without restriction.


 * Allies
 * Contacts
 * Face
 * Family
 * Henchmen
 * Influence
 * Mentor
 * Resources
 * Retainers

Restricted
The following backgrounds are approved for character generation with some restriction.


 * Artifact (Daimyo only)
 * While we allow these at character generation, they are rare; artifacts of rating 3+ even moreso. Be prepared to have a compelling reason as to why you have one.
 * Tattoo Artifact (Lunar Daimyo only)
 * Lunar only, as these require Moonsilver in order to conform to the body. These are even more rare than normal Artifacts, since the Lunar would need to a) find Moonsilver, and b) find someone who can make these.
 * Backing (Kashin, Daimyo)
 * It is much more usual for Kashin to have Backing, as Daimyo are usually the ones doing the Backing. Furthermore, there aren't many established organizations outside of clans to receive Backing from, at the moment, so be prepared with an explanation or suggestion for the creation of such an organization.
 * Breeding (Terrestrial Daimyo only)
 * Connections (Kashin, Daimyo)
 * As with Backing, it is much more usual for Kashin to have Connections, as they are at the ground level of society. Make sure to have to have an organization (or organizations) in mind when considering these.
 * Cult (Daimyo only)
 * One's Cult usually consists of the families in one's Clan. Followers are typically those that are not in one's clan, as they are generally not obliged to stick around in the same manner as Family members are.
 * Familiars (Kashin, Daimyo)
 * Familiars do not grant Kashin any bonus essence, but may grant bonus Willpower or Void. Familiars above rank 2 will require compelling justification.
 * Followers (Kashin, Daimyo)
 * It is much more usual for Daimyo to have Followers than Kashin (who tend to have less outright Charisma or awe-inspiring power).
 * Heart's Blood (Lunar Daimyo only)
 * Holdings (Kashin, Daimyo)
 * Kashin may purchase a very limited number of Holdings.
 * Youkai Curse (Kashin, Daimyo)

Heavily Restricted
The following backgrounds are to be gained IC only.


 * Arsenal
 * These must be acquired and supplied through Holdings and RP.
 * Command
 * These are gained through Holdings and RP.
 * Manse
 * They have to be built or found. No characters will begin with one.