TNX:Faction - Iwasaki



= Description =


 * Name: Iwasaki Group
 * Type: Corporation
 * Subfactions: Iwasaki Heavy Industries, Rokuhara Company, TV Iwasaki
 * Headquarters: Iwasaki Orbital

The Iwasaki Group is one of the megacorps that achieved worldwide prominence following the Hazards. Though their headquarters are located on an orbital, they are presently attempting to re-enter the megaplex of TOKYO N◎VA which they at one time withdrew from.

Iwasaki is an international company with a presence in many nations as well as many industries. When people hear the name "Iwasaki," they might think of their financial services, their general mercantile operations, or of course their arms manufacturing; these are all under the umbrella of Iwasaki Heavy Industries, which has diverse operations based in a variety of locations around the world.

Iwasaki also manufactures products of greater interest to the common urbanite. Fashion, vehicles, medicine, and cyberware are infustries they have a notable presence in.

Underlying all the many ways in which Iwasaki makes its money is a common thread. Centered in their arcology in TOKYO N◎VA, Iwasaki's Intelligence Handling Department works tirelessly to support their extralegal operations. Iwasaki's 'Public Relations Team', known for their cutting-edge armaments and imperturbable demeanor, consists of both talented street fighters and elite ex-military soldiers.

As a byproduct of their military R&D, Iwasaki manufactures advanced weapons and cyberware, as well as biotech and psycho-apps developed as an application of their physiological remodeling research. Their front-line combatants eagerly adops these innovations. Rumor has it that they employ even Ayakashi.

Four field armies - named Byakko, Seiryuu, Suzaku, and Genbu - make up Iwasaki's corporate army, the largest in the world. Each field army is on the scale of a PMC in itself. The Japanese Army has also adapted Iwasaki military technology, and lends them plentiful assistance in return.

Not beneath mention are the units said to be lead by the protege of the company itself - the elite "Iwasaki Oniwaban" shadow operatives, and the general security force known as the Rokuhara Company. The soldiers of these units are, naturally, graced with Iwasaki's finest equipment and techniques.

= Faction Items =

(Iwasaki: Melee Weapon) Asahi [Buy: -/10] [Hide: 18/0] [Attack: X+12] [Parry: -] [Range: Close~Short] [Hack: 20] [Slot: One Hand] - A high-powered, pendant-sized laser weapon manufactured in the Orbital. Due to its high energy draw, it can only maintain its output for a few moments. Lost upon use. This is a Laser Weapon.

(Iwasaki: Neurowear) Smart Drift [Buy: -/20] [Hide: 15/0] [Hack: 15] [Slot: Any (Nerves)] - Cyberware that precisely adjusts your movements to compensate for recoil. Use with a Minor Action. Physical Wounds you inflict with Full Auto Ranged Attacks during this Main Process get a +5 bonus to the Wound Rating. However, this effect does not trigger when using [Hack: -] weapons.

(Iwasaki: Psychoapp) Shingan [Buy: -/70] [Hide: 15/0] [Hack: 18] [Slot: Subconscious] - A psychoapp that can predict movements and react to them without your conscious input. Use before making a Reaction to a Physical Attack. You can change the suit of the card you play for the Reaction Check to any of your choice (you cannot change the Card Value.) Limit 1/Scene.

(Iwasaki: IANUS) Kensei [Buy: -/50] [Hide: 16/0] I'm not going to figure out the IANUS data card for one item. I'll come back to it if I translate IANUSes - An advanced IANUS with high processing capability. The fruit of the latest Psychoapp research has made it unparalleled in both functionality and mental defense ability. The Wound Rating of Mental Wounds you take gets a -6 penalty.

(Iwasaki: Magic Item) Renketsu [Buy: -/40] [Hide: 10/0] [Hack: -] [Slot: Blood] - A technique that infuses a human being with the blood of an Ayakashi, granting them the power to transform. You acquire one SL in an Ayakashi Clan Skill and its accompanying Transform skill. You cannot increase the SL of these skills further.

= Faction Skills =

Iwasaki Oniwaban Combo: Free Max SL: 5 Timing: Constant Target: Self Range: None Difficulty: None Versus: None This is a [Position Skill] that indicates you're a member of the elite shinobi known as the Iwasaki Oniwaban. Though your operations and lifestyle are quire different from the common military member, none can cast doubt on your effectiveness. When you acquire this Skill, choose [SL] Style Skills. You gain a +2 bonus to the Result of Major Action Checks made with the chosen Style Skills. This does not stack if you use multiple chosen Style Skills in the same Combo.

Iwasaki Mobile Airborne Corps Combo: Free Max SL: 3 Timing: Constant Target: Self Range: None Difficulty: None Versus: None This is a [Position Skill] that indicates you're a member of the the Iwasaki Mobile Airborne Corps, the corporation's space military. Cyberware you have equipped that grants you a bonus to CS when activated during the Setup Process gets a +[SL+2] bonus to its effect. Even if you have multiple such pieces of cyberware, this effect only triggers once.

Intelligence Handling Department Combo: Free Max SL: 3 Timing: Constant Target: Self Range: None Difficulty: None Versus: None This is a [Position Skill] that indicates you work for Iwasaki's Intelligence Handling Department to support their illegal operations. As one of the corporation's top agents, your resilience is unparallelled. Reduce the rating of the {Physical and Mental Wounds} you take by [SL].

Elixir Matter Combo: Free Max SL: 5 Timing: Constant Target: Self Range: None Difficulty: None Versus: None In the course of your duties for Iwasaki, you've collected a multitude of obscure information on astral matters. You receive a +[SL] bonus to the Result of  checks. In addition, when you make a  check, Style Skills used by an Ayakashi to try and conceal their true form cannot alter the Result of the Check.

Wheat from the Chaff Combo: Free Max SL: 5 Timing: Constant Target: Self Range: None Difficulty: None Versus: None You are one of Iwasaki's elite agents at illicit operations. Iwasaki agents are typically referred to as 'chaff', but as one who's risen above them, you are backed by the history and traditions of the megacorp. You can acquire up to [SL] Skills exclusive to other [Type: Corporation] Factions. However, when you do, you must pay their XP costs.

Merchant of Death Combo: Free Max SL: 5 Timing: Constant Target: Self Range: None Difficulty: None Versus: None Through the Iwasaki Group, you have access to special military equipment normally impossible for someone like you to get their hands on. For up to [SL] Outfits of [Category: Weapon], [Category: Armor], [Category: Cyberware] or [Category: Vehicle], you can ignoring all Faction and Style restrictions when acquiring and using the Outfit. However, when you do, you must pay their XP costs.

Quick Step Combo: Free Max SL: 4 Timing: Setup Target: Self Range: None Difficulty: 10 Versus: None You've learned special techniques for swift movement in combat from your fellow Iwasaki agents. You get +[CV] to your [CS Current]. Limit 1/Scene.

Blade Heart Combo: Melee Max SL: 5 Timing: Major Target: Single Range: Weapon Difficulty: Control Versus:  You strike with a deadly assassination technique. Though you maintain the utmost composure, you have faith that your blade will find its mark and end your target's life. When you use this skill in a {Physical Attack} Combo, increase the Wound Rating by [SL+3].