Kunoichi and Ninja
Much like Familial Soldiers {Kaiyocea} and "Samurai", outside of Kaiyocea there are many misconceptions about the famous Ninja and Kunoichi. There is a vey widespread belief that Ninja and Kunoichi are the same thing, separated by gender or garments. This is in part due to a rather infamous light novel (The Spy Who's After an Assassin's Heart) which rather incorrectly portrays Ninja and Kunoichi.
The real difference between the two comes in their duties and history of the profession. Ninja are the older group, hailing back to the old days of Kaiyocea, while Kunoichi are much more recent, coming into existence in the period of division before the The Period of the Ocean's Expansion. Because of this, there is even some competition and rivalry between the two groups, which has even led to major military disputes.
Ninja nowadays are assassins, as often portrayed, but usually handle the political side of it. A Ninja would be dispatched to monitor a suspected traitor at a fancy ball, disguised as a guest, or perhaps visit a rebellious noble as an emissary. Ninja are fully comfortable in social situations, have extensive training on manipulation, as well as top class knowledge in poisons and silent and unnoticed takedowns. Ninja study the art of Ninjitsu, and most are infamous for being flashy and full of confidence. Some Ninja have even become somewhat of celebrities. Sometimes this leads to some considering them more interested in money and fame, rather than doing a good job; However, Ninja have a strict hierarchy and position system, and any Ninja who does a poor job suffers significantly in the organization.
Kunoichi, on the opposite hand are first and foremost battlefield warriors. Any Kaiyocean worth their salt in battle knows the danger of these trained killers, unbound by the honor many Familial Soldiers {Kaiyocea} are. Kunoichi follow Kirudo, a martial art revolving around correct and precise use of a variety of weapons, improvised combat, and battlefield tactics. Kunoichi almost never appear in public on the job. In fact, having Kunoichi in your employ as guards or protection is considered a hostile action in politics, as Kunoichi are considered the most ruthless weapons of war.
These two jobs are not clear cut nor completely separate from each other. It is rather like comparing two different kinds of artist. While their differences are indisputable in different teachings and ways of doing things, the individual Ninja or Kunoichi might vary differently. Plenty of Ninja are silent, preferring to blend in by being in the background, and many Kunoichi greatly value grace and presentation on the battlefield. At the end of the day, both seem to be required for Kaiyocea's future, despite their squabbles.
The real difference between the two comes in their duties and history of the profession. Ninja are the older group, hailing back to the old days of Kaiyocea, while Kunoichi are much more recent, coming into existence in the period of division before the The Period of the Ocean's Expansion. Because of this, there is even some competition and rivalry between the two groups, which has even led to major military disputes.
Ninja nowadays are assassins, as often portrayed, but usually handle the political side of it. A Ninja would be dispatched to monitor a suspected traitor at a fancy ball, disguised as a guest, or perhaps visit a rebellious noble as an emissary. Ninja are fully comfortable in social situations, have extensive training on manipulation, as well as top class knowledge in poisons and silent and unnoticed takedowns. Ninja study the art of Ninjitsu, and most are infamous for being flashy and full of confidence. Some Ninja have even become somewhat of celebrities. Sometimes this leads to some considering them more interested in money and fame, rather than doing a good job; However, Ninja have a strict hierarchy and position system, and any Ninja who does a poor job suffers significantly in the organization.
Kunoichi, on the opposite hand are first and foremost battlefield warriors. Any Kaiyocean worth their salt in battle knows the danger of these trained killers, unbound by the honor many Familial Soldiers {Kaiyocea} are. Kunoichi follow Kirudo, a martial art revolving around correct and precise use of a variety of weapons, improvised combat, and battlefield tactics. Kunoichi almost never appear in public on the job. In fact, having Kunoichi in your employ as guards or protection is considered a hostile action in politics, as Kunoichi are considered the most ruthless weapons of war.
These two jobs are not clear cut nor completely separate from each other. It is rather like comparing two different kinds of artist. While their differences are indisputable in different teachings and ways of doing things, the individual Ninja or Kunoichi might vary differently. Plenty of Ninja are silent, preferring to blend in by being in the background, and many Kunoichi greatly value grace and presentation on the battlefield. At the end of the day, both seem to be required for Kaiyocea's future, despite their squabbles.
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