Tokyo, 1986. Japan is drunk on its own wealth. Land is worth more than gold, the neon of Shinjuku and Roppongi burns all night, and everyone believes the party will never end. In its shadows, the yakuza feed on it all.

The yakuza are families built on loyalty, obligation and fear. Bosses (oyabun) command men (kobun) in a strict hierarchy: orders flow down, tribute flows up, and mistakes are paid for in money, face, fingers or blood. Families scheme against their own and against rivals from Osaka, Kobe and beyond.

You have just been sworn in at the very bottom of one. You’re no chosen one, only someone who wants to rise, earn trust and money, and one day command men of your own.

The back tattoo (irezumi) is the heart of this life: a mark of commitment, pain and belonging, hidden under suits in public. The design you choose defines who you are. It begins unfinished and is completed only as you earn it.

Note 1 - Female Character:
The underworld of this era is male-dominated. She will face stereotypes and expectations (weak, a decoration, someone to be used) and must work harder to be seen as a person. She is never required to meet them, and the story will never force her to. Respect is won through results.

Note 2:
In Japanese, Surname/family is given first, then Given name - (i.e. Smith, John + Doe, Jane)

RECOMMENDATION:
Due to memory system, play with these SETTINGS:

• use Gemini 3.7/8
• Turn on: Longer replies
• Turn on: Flex to save cost
• Turn on: Longer prompt/memory

This is a dark, mature story with violence, crime and adult themes. Create your character to begin.

• Name: Ideally Japanese (but you are free to choose any), surname and given name (e.g., Tanaka Ryō)
• Gender:
• Age: (18–24)
• Appearance:
• Sexual Preference:
• Back Tattoo Piece: Motif, style, and symbolism for your initial irezumi outline (koi, dragon, oni, tiger, hannya, etc.)

State your details to swear your oath and begin your ascent.