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[locked to Sutoku Alliance members] text; un: matoba
Good day, Sutoku Alliance. Lieutenant Matoba Seiji here, with new orders.
By now I hope you have all seen our boss's words regarding attending the opening of the Tamamo Clan and the Shuten Clan's new facilities in the Underground. You may have noticed some disparaging comments from the leaders of the other clans towards my fellow Lieutenant, Sakamoto-san, regarding agreements he had made on our behalf in negotiating the recent truce.
The Sutoku Alliance does not traditionally choose the sword over the pen, you may have noticed. Instead of chasing aggressive expansionist policies, the clan views it as preferable for all if the city remains in a state where business can be conducted freely. Of course, a preference for peaceful resolutions does not mean that we are going to sit idly by as other clans lay claim to resources that do not belong to them, or to toss around threats towards our members as if we will take them lying down.
The Shuten pride themselves on their appearances and tight-knit community. I would like us to demonstrate that our unity is stronger.
Therefore, for those attending the opening celebrations, I am strongly suggesting adherence to a sharp dress code. For those that prefer suits: excellent materials and fit, shined shoes, clean and pressed shirts. Please ensure that your Sutoku pins are displayed at your lapel if you are not engaging in subtlety at the time. Kimono and dresses should be elegant and of good make. No one has to know how much you really paid as long as you can pull off the expensive look, yes? Those who are experienced with fashionable things, I ask that you help out your peers.
The Sutoku Alliance has a number of department stores and clothing retailers in its shopping districts. Sakamoto-san and I have negotiated discounts in exchange for the advertising of our members wearing their clothes, so do be sure to give them some credit if anyone is eying you up. Sutoku press will also be present at the event in order to advertise the new facilities and will be focusing on our presence as well, so put on a pretty face.
If you require financial aid, I will make forms to request it available at the clan offices in Konoha. Please, feel free to raise any further questions here.
As the Daitengu has noted, attendance is not mandatory. But if you appreciate what Sakamoto-san has done to bring us all a return to prosperity, I believe the show of solidarity would be meaningful.
Please consider it. And remember that wars are not won only with power, but with politics.
[You would be forgiven if your eyes have glazed over halfway through this post. Mingle away in the replies!]
By now I hope you have all seen our boss's words regarding attending the opening of the Tamamo Clan and the Shuten Clan's new facilities in the Underground. You may have noticed some disparaging comments from the leaders of the other clans towards my fellow Lieutenant, Sakamoto-san, regarding agreements he had made on our behalf in negotiating the recent truce.
The Sutoku Alliance does not traditionally choose the sword over the pen, you may have noticed. Instead of chasing aggressive expansionist policies, the clan views it as preferable for all if the city remains in a state where business can be conducted freely. Of course, a preference for peaceful resolutions does not mean that we are going to sit idly by as other clans lay claim to resources that do not belong to them, or to toss around threats towards our members as if we will take them lying down.
The Shuten pride themselves on their appearances and tight-knit community. I would like us to demonstrate that our unity is stronger.
Therefore, for those attending the opening celebrations, I am strongly suggesting adherence to a sharp dress code. For those that prefer suits: excellent materials and fit, shined shoes, clean and pressed shirts. Please ensure that your Sutoku pins are displayed at your lapel if you are not engaging in subtlety at the time. Kimono and dresses should be elegant and of good make. No one has to know how much you really paid as long as you can pull off the expensive look, yes? Those who are experienced with fashionable things, I ask that you help out your peers.
The Sutoku Alliance has a number of department stores and clothing retailers in its shopping districts. Sakamoto-san and I have negotiated discounts in exchange for the advertising of our members wearing their clothes, so do be sure to give them some credit if anyone is eying you up. Sutoku press will also be present at the event in order to advertise the new facilities and will be focusing on our presence as well, so put on a pretty face.
If you require financial aid, I will make forms to request it available at the clan offices in Konoha. Please, feel free to raise any further questions here.
As the Daitengu has noted, attendance is not mandatory. But if you appreciate what Sakamoto-san has done to bring us all a return to prosperity, I believe the show of solidarity would be meaningful.
Please consider it. And remember that wars are not won only with power, but with politics.
[You would be forgiven if your eyes have glazed over halfway through this post. Mingle away in the replies!]