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===Foolish Sibling=== | ===Foolish Sibling=== | ||
[[File:Genshu draws his sword on Liu Mei.png|165px|thumb|left|Lesson #1: Don't let the enemy put your sword up to your neck.]] | [[File:Genshu draws his sword on Liu Mei.png|165px|thumb|left|Lesson #1: Don't let the enemy put your sword up to your neck.]] | ||
Genshu was a swordsman | Genshu was a swordsman born into the warrior caste in his [[Katana|homeland]], along with his younger brother [[Tesshu]]. In their village, they were known as "The Wise and Foolish Siblings," with Tesshu being recognized as the more talented and humble of the two, while Genshu's obsession with swords and relentless pursuit of victory earned him a reputation for recklessness. | ||
Driven by an inferiority complex, Genshu left his home village to seek strength through life-and-death duels, leaving a trail of defeated opponents behind. Even when opponents refused to duel, Genshu was known to force the matter. | |||
His path took a turn when Tesshu, disguised, challenged and lost to Genshu before revealing his identity. The duel left Genshu wounded but also opened his eyes to the ruthless killer he had become. Distraught and wandering, he ended up in [[Ling Hua Town]] during the time of the [[Gate Rune War]], where he trained [[Liu Mei]] in swordplay to seek revenge for her [[Liu Shao|father]]'s murder. | |||
However, Genshu's life changed when Liu Mei spared her [[Hong Long|foe]] despite Genshu's urging to finish him off. Her act reminded him of his brother's plea for peace. From that moment, Genshu kept his sword sheathed. | |||
===Wise Swordsman=== | ===Wise Swordsman=== | ||
{{Quote| Your strength also has been forged through hard battle. I would be pleased to walk along the same path as you. | Genshu}} | {{Quote| Your strength also has been forged through hard battle. I would be pleased to walk along the same path as you. | Genshu}} | ||
[[File:Genshu is impressed by your weapon.png|220px|thumb|right|Hard battle. Wanton murder. Same deal.]] | [[File:Genshu is impressed by your weapon.png|220px|thumb|right|Hard battle. Wanton murder. Same deal.]] | ||
Though he kept his sword sheathed, Genshu also kept it sharpened, remaining a swordsman at heart. During the [[Dunan Unification War]], he encountered the [[Hero (Suikoden)|leader]] of the [[New State Army]] in [[Coronet Town]] and and found they had a shared ideal due to the hero's well-maintained weapon. | |||
Resolving to follow the path of the sword once more, he would join the New Stater Army. Though he had become a quiet man who meditated often, Genshu maintained his passion for swords. He developed a particular fondness for the [[Star Dragon Sword]], almost worshipping it, and enjoyed discussing famous swords with [[Shin]]. | |||
After the war, Genshu returned to his wandering life, his whereabouts unknown. | After the war, Genshu returned to his wandering life, and his current whereabouts remain unknown. Despite resuming the way of the sword, he vowed not to spill unnecessary blood again. | ||
==Gameplay== | ==Gameplay== | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
# [[Genso Suikoden II 108 Stars Character Guide]] (ISBN 4-88317-769-6), page 125 | # [[Genso Suikoden II 108 Stars Character Guide]] (ISBN 4-88317-769-6), page 125 | ||
# [[Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia]] (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), pages 100-1 | |||
# [[Genso Suikoden Short Story Collection 4]] (ISBN 4-8402-2106-5), pages 99-166 | # [[Genso Suikoden Short Story Collection 4]] (ISBN 4-8402-2106-5), pages 99-166 | ||
# [[Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia]], pages 151, 184 | # [[Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia]], pages 151, 184 | ||
{{GS02}} {{Short description|Suikoden II comtemplative swordsman}} | {{GS02}} {{Short description|Suikoden II comtemplative swordsman}} |