ABOUT.

.  ONE  .  Centuries ago, the Shimada family was founded as a lineage of assassins whose influence steadily burgeoned, culminating in the establishment of a formidable criminal empire in Hanamura. This enterprise thrived on the illicit trade of weaponry and substances. As the eldest son of Sojiro Shimada, the patriarch of the clan, Hanzo bore the weighty responsibility of inheriting leadership and overseeing the Shimada dynasty—a mantle that demanded stringent adherence to tradition and expectation, far surpassing those placed upon his younger brother, Genji. Despite the disparity in their roles, Hanzo harbored a deep-seated desire for his brother's companionship and support in the complex realm he was destined to govern..  TWO  .  From a tender age, Hanzo was groomed for his future role, demonstrating a remarkable affinity for leadership, strategy, and tactical acumen. His prowess extended to martial arts, swordsmanship, and archery, honed under the tutelage of Asa Yamagami. Alongside his younger brother Genji, he absorbed these disciplines, mentored alongside Asa's daughter Kiriko, who became a cherished familial presence..  THREE   .  Following his father's death, Hanzo was directed by the clan elders to bring Genji in line so he could help govern the Shimada empire. When Genji defied him, Hanzo felt compelled to kill him. Unknown to Hanzo, Genji survived with help from Overwatch. Devastated by his brother's demise, Hanzo renounced his father's legacy, leaving the clan and its riches behind. He roamed the world as his penance, vowing to never wield a sword again and relying only on his bow. Seeking peace through poetry, becoming an enemy of the place he had once called home..  FOUR   . Hanzo's departure was seen as a betrayal by the clan, which declared him an enemy. Assassins were perpetually dispatched to eliminate him, forcing Hanzo into a life of constant vigilance. Despite the relentless pursuit, Hanzo honed his skills with the bow, turning his solitude into a rigorous training regimen. Through his poetry and isolation, he sought redemption and understanding of his actions. His journey was not just a physical one but also a deeply introspective path, where he grappled with his past and sought a way to reconcile with the ghosts of his brother and his own fractured identity.

.  WEAPON   .
^{STORM BOW}
Recurve bow, designed for speed in short to mid-range combat..  ABILITY I  .
^{SONIC ARROW}
Arching projectile. Arrow equipped with a sonar tracking device, allowing for teammates to easily spot their heat signature..  ABILITY II  .
^{STORM ARROWS}
Arching projectile. Using the dragons’ power, hanzo releases 5 arrows instantly. What he gains in speed, he loses in overall damage and accuracy. Best used in short-range combat..  ABILITY III  .
^LUNGE
Passive. Allows Hanzo to jump 15 mps horizontally, and can jump up to 8m in the z axis.  ABILITY IIII  .
^{DRAGON STRIKE}
Ultimate. Hanzo summons two spirit dragons. Travels through the air in a straight line, slowly speeding up cellular death until they eventually die. Is not effective on allies..  ABILITY V  .
^{WALL CLIMB}
Passive. Allows Hanzo to ascend up to 7.15 meters per second vertically.____________________________________________________.  FIVE   . Despite his efforts to find peace and redemption, Hanzo struggled under the immense weight of his brother's supposed murder on his conscience. The guilt gnawed at him, preventing true solace and leaving him in a perpetual state of inner turmoil. This burden drove him to walk a precarious line between good and evil, as his actions were often fueled by a desperate need for atonement rather than a clear sense of morality. Hanzo became a complex figure, neither fully a hero nor a villain, but a tormented soul seeking redemption in a world that constantly reminded him of his deepest regrets. His encounters with both allies and enemies were marked by this inner conflict, making him an enigmatic presence whose true intentions were often shrouded in ambiguity.

general

NAME
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^{Hanzo Shimada}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───ALIAS
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^{Scion, Young Master}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───GENDER
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^Male
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───HEIGHT
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^5'8
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───OCCUPATION
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^{Mercenary, Assassin}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───AFFILIATION
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^{Shimada Empire (formerly)}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───NATIONALITY
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^Japanese
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───AGE
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⁴⁰
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───

APPEARANCE
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^{Light olive skin tone, Salt and peppered hair with grey at temples. Hair is worn in neat ponytail at crown, or straightened to shoulder-length. Thick hair, no wave. Dark brown eyes. Build is slender but very toned, broad in the shoulders. transtibial amputation, Hypertrophic scar from Shimada crest branding on right shoulder, large tattoo extending from left pectoral down to his wrist. Tattoo is mirrored on his left hip, but is cut off and scarred on the superior tibia due to cybernetics. Scarring throughout the body.}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───DATE OF BIRTH
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^{November 3, 2038}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───PRONOUNS
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^He/Him/His
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───WEIGHT
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¹⁸⁰
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───BASE OF OPERATIONS
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^{Hanamura, Japan}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
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^Japan
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCIES
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^{English, Japanese}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───LIKES
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^{Earth tones, Lightweight fabrics, Practical attire, Cool temperatures, Quiet, Bergamot, Cloves, and earthy scents, uninterrupted afternoon naps,}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───DISLIKES
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^{Loud or over-stimulating environments, Conversing, Rough/stiff fabric, Hot weather, Impractical gear, Conflict (see flaws), Interruptions of activity}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───FLAWS
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^{He interprets things literally, and his early isolation within the clan impeded his social development. Often missing subtleties, he prioritizes book smarts over life smarts. His keen analytical mind and exceptional intelligence, while impressive, render him antisocial and challenging to communicate with effectively.}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───HABITS
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^{Bites his nails/cuticles, Staring, (He doesn't realise he’s doing it until it is a problem) Overcleaning to avoid other tasks}
─── ⋆ ✰ ⋆ ───

connections

GENJI SHIMADA
brother ⭑ family
^living
.  Genji  .─── ⋆ ⭑ ⋆ ───RUMIKO SHIMADA
mother ⭑ family
^deceased
.  rumiko  .─── ⋆ ⭑ ⋆ ───SOJIRO SHIMADA
father ⭑ family
^deceased
.  sojiro  .

KIRIKO KAMORI
friend ⭑ family
^kiriko
.  kiriko  .─── ⋆ ⭑ ⋆ ───ASA YAMAGAMI
teacher ⭑ acquaintance
^asa
.  asa  .─── ⋆ ⭑ ⋆ ───TOSHI YAMAGAMI
stranger ⭑ husband of asa
^toshi
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