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Line 14: | siblings = | siblings = | spouse = [[Theodore Kurita (31st c.)|Theodore Kurita]] | spouse = [[Theodore Kurita (31st c.)|Theodore Kurita]] − | children = [[Hohiro Kurita II|Hohiro Kurita]]<br>[[Omiko Kurita]]<br>[[Minoru Nova Cat|Minoru Kurita]] + | children = [[Hohiro Kurita II|Hohiro Kurita]]<br>[[Omiko Kurita]]<br>[[Minoru Kurita II (Novacat)|Minoru Kurita]] }} }} − '''Tomoe Sakade''' was the wife of [[Coordinator of Worlds|Coordinator]] [[Theodore Kurita]] and an officer in the [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]]. She was also an agent for the [[Order of Five Pillars]]. + '''Tomoe Sakade''' was the wife of [[Coordinator]] [[Theodore Kurita]] and an officer in the [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]]. She was also an agent for the [[Order of Five Pillars]]. ==History== ==History== Line 22:
Line 22: Tomoe Sakade was adopted by O5P as a young child, to be educated and trained to serve the Order. At some point, she requested training as a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|Mechwarrior]], which the order saw fit to provide. On at least one occasion, she answered directly to the head of the Order, [[Florimel Kurita]], aunt of [[Takashi Kurita]]. Tomoe Sakade was adopted by O5P as a young child, to be educated and trained to serve the Order. At some point, she requested training as a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|Mechwarrior]], which the order saw fit to provide. On at least one occasion, she answered directly to the head of the Order, [[Florimel Kurita]], aunt of [[Takashi Kurita]]. − In her most important assignment, she was chosen to attend the Wisdom of the Dragon school on [[Kagoshima]], where she was assigned to observe and protect the Heir to the [[Coordinator|throne]] of the [[Draconis Combine]], Theodore Kurita. During their training, Sakade and Kurita were considered rivals among the best of the academy. On the night before their graduation in [[3018]], the Order gave her the assignment of testing Kurita’s mettle. While Kurita was being tested for indoctrination into the [[ISF|Sons of the Dragon]] with a series of feigned assassination attempts, Sakade attacked the heir herself, disguised in a full-body sneaksuit. Theodore proved remarkably skilled in fighting back, and she was forced to injure him in order to escape. When she reported this, she regarded it as a failure, but Florimel Kurita insisted she had been successful, for she had proven the heir to be strong, and learned that Tomoe herself was not invincible. <ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 39–40</ref> + In her most important assignment, she was chosen to attend the Wisdom of the Dragon school on [[Kagoshima]], where she was assigned to observe and protect the Heir to the [[Coordinator|throne]] of the [[Draconis Combine]], Theodore Kurita. During their training, Sakade and Kurita were considered rivals among the best of the academy. On the night before their graduation in [[3018]], the Order gave her the assignment of testing Kurita’s mettle. While Kurita was being tested for indoctrination into the [[ISF|Sons of the Dragon]] with a series of feigned assassination attempts, Sakade attacked the heir herself, disguised in a full-body sneaksuit. Theodore proved remarkably skilled in fighting back, and she was forced to injure him in order to escape. When she reported this, she regarded it as a failure, but Florimel Kurita insisted she had been successful, for she had proven the heir to be strong, and learned that Tomoe herself was not invincible. <ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 39-40</ref> Sakade continued to follow Theodore Kurita, as the heir was not aware she was the woman he fought that night. She remained part of his command lance as he was transferred through several commands, and eventually they became lovers. Sakade continued to follow Theodore Kurita, as the heir was not aware she was the woman he fought that night. She remained part of his command lance as he was transferred through several commands, and eventually they became lovers. − In [[3019]], in the aftermath of an assassination attempt on Takashi Kurita on [[Rasalhague]] that resulted in the execution of, among others, the noble woman to whom Theodore was to have joined in an arranged marriage, Theodore proposed to Sakade. Even after she revealed that she was an agent with O5P, he still wished to marry her. Having fallen in love with him, she consented.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', p. 91</ref> + In [[3019]], in the aftermath of an assassination attempt on Takashi Kurita on [[Rasalhague]] that resulted in the execution of, among others, the noble woman to whom Theodore was to have joined in an arranged marriage, Theodore proposed to Sakade. Even after she revealed that she was an agent with O5P, he still wished to marry her. Having fallen in love with him, she consented. <ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', p. 91</ref> ===Marriage and Family=== ===Marriage and Family=== − Sakade married Theodore Kurita in 3019, and four years later gave birth to a son, [[Hohiro Kurita II|Hohiro]], in [[3023]]. [[Omiko Kurita|Omi]] and [[Minoru Nova Cat|Minoru]] would soon follow. Her marriage and children with Theodore were kept secret for many years with the assistance of [[Internal Security Force]] and O5P. + Sakade married Theodore Kurita in 3019, and four years later gave birth to a son, [[Hohiro Kurita II|Hohiro]], in [[3023]]. [[Omi Kurita|Omi]] and [[Minoru Kurita II (Novacat)|Minoru]] would soon follow. Her marriage and children with Theodore were kept secret for many years with the assistance of [[Internal Security Force]] and O5P. ===Fourth Succession War=== ===Fourth Succession War=== − In [[3028]] at the outbreak of the [[Fourth Succession War]], Kurita and Sakade were with the [[11th Legion of Vega]] on [[Marfik]], with Theodore in command. The planet was attacked by the [[4th Skye Rangers]]. Though badly outclassed, the Legion gave an excellent accounting of itself in a guerrilla-style campaign that lasted several weeks. Sakade proved crucial in helping her husband escape the planet.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 162–163</ref> They headed to [[Vega]], successfully leading the defense of that world.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 192–193</ref> + In [[3028]] at the outbreak of the [[Fourth Succession War]], Kurita and Sakade were with the [[11th Legion of Vega]] on [[Marfik]], with Theodore in command. The planet was attacked by the [[4th Skye Rangers]]. Though badly outclassed, the Legion gave an excellent accounting of itself in a guerrilla-style campaign that lasted several weeks. Sakade proved crucial in helping her husband escape the planet.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 162-163</ref> They headed to [[Vega]], successfully leading the defense of that world.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 192-193</ref> Sakade would continue to serve at her husband's side for the remainder of the war, both on his command staff and in battle on [[Dromini VI]]. Sakade would continue to serve at her husband's side for the remainder of the war, both on his command staff and in battle on [[Dromini VI]]. ===Revelations and the War of 3039=== ===Revelations and the War of 3039=== − On 18 August [[3033]], Theodore and Tomoe finally revealed their family to Takashi at the Coordinator's birthday celebration. It was then revealed that Tomoe claimed Ingrid Magnusson, a descendant of the first Prince of Rasalhague, as an ancestor. It was further revealed that she was descended from Duncan Cameron and Johanna Kurita, who survived the purges of [[Stefan Amaris]] at the fall of the [[Star League]]. Forced to confront these revelations, Takashi Kurita reluctantly accepted Tomoe and her children.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 39–40</ref><ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 265–273: Theodore Kurita reveals his marriage and family to his father.</ref> + On August 18, [[3033]], Theodore and Tomoe finally revealed their family to Takashi at the Coordinator's birthday celebration. It was then revealed that Tomoe claimed Ingrid Magnusson, a descendant of the first Prince of Rasalhague, as an ancestor. It was further revealed that she was descended from Duncan Cameron and Johanna Kurita, who survived the purges of [[Stefan Amaris]] at the fall of the [[Star League]]. Forced to confront these revelations, Takashi Kurita reluctantly accepted Tomoe and her children.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 39-40</ref><ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 265-273 - Theodore Kurita reveals his marriage and family to his father.</ref> During the next few years, Tomoe continued to aid her husband as part of his ''shitenno'', building new units and implementing a new, more flexible military doctrine. They were well aware that the alliance between the Lyran Commonwealth and the [[Federated Suns]] would eventually turn their eyes to the Combine. During the next few years, Tomoe continued to aid her husband as part of his ''shitenno'', building new units and implementing a new, more flexible military doctrine. They were well aware that the alliance between the Lyran Commonwealth and the [[Federated Suns]] would eventually turn their eyes to the Combine. − In [[3039]], [[Hanse Davion]] finally struck. [[AFFS]] and Lyran troops attacked all along the border. Theodore Kurita and his rebuilt DCMS were ready, however. In addition to his defensive plans, Theodore planned a bold counterattack designed to convince the [[Federated Commonwealth|allies]] that the Combine was much stronger than it actually was. With Sakade now holding the rank of [[Tai-sa]], Theodore entrusted his wife with one of the most critical thrusts of [[Operation Orochi]]. Commanding a [[Ghost Regiments|Ghost battalion]], Sakade executed an impressive attack on [[Le Blanc]] deep in the Draconis March. She was able to not only smuggle her battalion onto the planet, but was able to recruit three more battalions of mercenary troops. She and her troops were aided in these activities by ''yakuza'' elements.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 327–330</ref> In early July, they struck to great effect, sending the [[Robinson DMM]] into retreat.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 117</ref> + In [[3039]], [[Hanse Davion]] finally struck. [[AFFS]] and Lyran troops attacked all along the border. Theodore Kurita and his rebuilt DCMS were ready, however. In addition to his defensive plans, Theodore planned a bold counterattack designed to convince the [[Federated Commonwealth|allies]] that the Combine was much stronger than it actually was. With Sakade now holding the rank of [[Tai-sa]], Theodore entrusted his wife with one of the most critical thrusts of [[Operation Orochi]]. Commanding a [[Ghost Regiments|Ghost battalion]], Sakade executed an impressive attack on [[Le Blanc]] deep in the Draconis March. She was able to not only smuggle her battalion onto the planet, but was able to recruit three more battalions of mercenary troops. She and her troops were aided in these activities by ''yakuza'' elements.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 327-330</ref> In early July, they struck to great effect, sending the [[Robinson DMM]] into retreat.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 117</ref> Taking two of her battalions, Sakade then struck at [[New Ivaarsen]]. Though outnumbered heavily by the [[New Ivaarsen Chasseurs]] and the local militia, Sakade was able to cause a panic in the local populace by striking at smaller, less defended cities. After several months of heavy fighting, her force was reduced to a third of what she had originally attacked with, and she was forced to order a retreat. Nevertheless, the point had been made. New Ivaarsen was too close to [[Robinson]] for Hanse Davion to ignore the threat, and he soon ordered a full recall.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 118</ref> The [[War of 3039]], as it came to be known, was considered a great success for the Combine, and validated Theodore’s doctrine. Taking two of her battalions, Sakade then struck at [[New Ivaarsen]]. Though outnumbered heavily by the [[New Ivaarsen Chasseurs]] and the local militia, Sakade was able to cause a panic in the local populace by striking at smaller, less defended cities. After several months of heavy fighting, her force was reduced to a third of what she had originally attacked with, and she was forced to order a retreat. Nevertheless, the point had been made. New Ivaarsen was too close to [[Robinson]] for Hanse Davion to ignore the threat, and he soon ordered a full recall.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 118</ref> The [[War of 3039]], as it came to be known, was considered a great success for the Combine, and validated Theodore’s doctrine. Line 50:
Line 50: In [[3058]], the ''[[Kokuryu-kai]]'' organization plotted to assassinate Theodore Kurita on his 61st birthday. During a parade by the [[Otomo]], their commanding officer, a Black Dragon sympathizer, attempted to personally kill the Coordinator using his BattleMech. With the assistance of [[Camacho's Caballeros]] and the [[9th Ghost|Ninth Ghost Regiment]], Sakade was able to defeat the plot, personally killing the Otomo commander, [[Oda Hideyoshi]].<ref>''Black Dragon'', p. ??</ref> (The official story was later released that Hideyoshi died in his sleep.) In [[3058]], the ''[[Kokuryu-kai]]'' organization plotted to assassinate Theodore Kurita on his 61st birthday. During a parade by the [[Otomo]], their commanding officer, a Black Dragon sympathizer, attempted to personally kill the Coordinator using his BattleMech. With the assistance of [[Camacho's Caballeros]] and the [[9th Ghost|Ninth Ghost Regiment]], Sakade was able to defeat the plot, personally killing the Otomo commander, [[Oda Hideyoshi]].<ref>''Black Dragon'', p. ??</ref> (The official story was later released that Hideyoshi died in his sleep.) − She prepared a report on the status and readiness of the DCMS for the Director of Intelligence of the [[Star League Defense Force]], [[Jerrard Cranston]].<ref>''Shattered Sphere'', pp. 61–62</ref> + She prepared a report on the status and readiness of the DCMS for the Director of Intelligence of the [[Star League Defense Force]], [[Jerrard Cranston]].<ref>''Shattered Sphere'', pp. 61-62</ref> ===Combine-Ghost Bear War and Death=== ===Combine-Ghost Bear War and Death=== Line 64:
Line 64: A beautiful and dangerous woman, Tomoe Sakade was entirely devoted to her husband and his vision to reform the Combine. A master of ''ninjutsu'', she proved her skills in battle both in a BattleMech and personal combat on many occasions, and was considered an equal in the latter by [[Ninyu Kerai Indrahar]]. She was willing to accept any role necessary in the pursuit of her duties, from soldier to spy to assassin to noble lady-of-the-court to a commanding General. A beautiful and dangerous woman, Tomoe Sakade was entirely devoted to her husband and his vision to reform the Combine. A master of ''ninjutsu'', she proved her skills in battle both in a BattleMech and personal combat on many occasions, and was considered an equal in the latter by [[Ninyu Kerai Indrahar]]. She was willing to accept any role necessary in the pursuit of her duties, from soldier to spy to assassin to noble lady-of-the-court to a commanding General. − At some point prior to 3058 she gifted her husband with [[Hokusai|Hokusai's]] 1814 work [[w:The Dream of the Fisherman's Wife|The Dream of the Fisherman's Wife]], at least the third original work by the artist he possessed.<ref>''Black Dragon'', ch. 21</ref> + At some point prior to 3058 she gifted her husband with [[Hokusai|Hokusai's]] 1814 work [[w:The Dream of the Fisherman's Wife|The Dream of the Fisherman's Wife]], at least the third original work by the artist he possessed.<ref>''Black Dragon'', Ch. 21</ref> ==BattleMechs== ==BattleMechs== Line 76:
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| − | | children = [[Hohiro Kurita II|Hohiro Kurita]]<br>[[Omiko Kurita]]<br>[[Minoru | + | | children = [[Hohiro Kurita II|Hohiro Kurita]]<br>[[Omiko Kurita]]<br>[[Minoru Kurita II (Novacat)|Minoru Kurita]] |
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| − | '''Tomoe Sakade''' was the wife of [[ | + | '''Tomoe Sakade''' was the wife of [[Coordinator]] [[Theodore Kurita]] and an officer in the [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]]. She was also an agent for the [[Order of Five Pillars]]. |
==History== | ==History== | ||
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Tomoe Sakade was adopted by O5P as a young child, to be educated and trained to serve the Order. At some point, she requested training as a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|Mechwarrior]], which the order saw fit to provide. On at least one occasion, she answered directly to the head of the Order, [[Florimel Kurita]], aunt of [[Takashi Kurita]]. | Tomoe Sakade was adopted by O5P as a young child, to be educated and trained to serve the Order. At some point, she requested training as a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|Mechwarrior]], which the order saw fit to provide. On at least one occasion, she answered directly to the head of the Order, [[Florimel Kurita]], aunt of [[Takashi Kurita]]. | ||
| − | In her most important assignment, she was chosen to attend the Wisdom of the Dragon school on [[Kagoshima]], where she was assigned to observe and protect the Heir to the [[Coordinator|throne]] of the [[Draconis Combine]], Theodore Kurita. During their training, Sakade and Kurita were considered rivals among the best of the academy. On the night before their graduation in [[3018]], the Order gave her the assignment of testing Kurita’s mettle. While Kurita was being tested for indoctrination into the [[ISF|Sons of the Dragon]] with a series of feigned assassination attempts, Sakade attacked the heir herself, disguised in a full-body sneaksuit. Theodore proved remarkably skilled in fighting back, and she was forced to injure him in order to escape. When she reported this, she regarded it as a failure, but Florimel Kurita insisted she had been successful, for she had proven the heir to be strong, and learned that Tomoe herself was not invincible. <ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. | + | In her most important assignment, she was chosen to attend the Wisdom of the Dragon school on [[Kagoshima]], where she was assigned to observe and protect the Heir to the [[Coordinator|throne]] of the [[Draconis Combine]], Theodore Kurita. During their training, Sakade and Kurita were considered rivals among the best of the academy. On the night before their graduation in [[3018]], the Order gave her the assignment of testing Kurita’s mettle. While Kurita was being tested for indoctrination into the [[ISF|Sons of the Dragon]] with a series of feigned assassination attempts, Sakade attacked the heir herself, disguised in a full-body sneaksuit. Theodore proved remarkably skilled in fighting back, and she was forced to injure him in order to escape. When she reported this, she regarded it as a failure, but Florimel Kurita insisted she had been successful, for she had proven the heir to be strong, and learned that Tomoe herself was not invincible. <ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 39-40</ref> |
Sakade continued to follow Theodore Kurita, as the heir was not aware she was the woman he fought that night. She remained part of his command lance as he was transferred through several commands, and eventually they became lovers. | Sakade continued to follow Theodore Kurita, as the heir was not aware she was the woman he fought that night. She remained part of his command lance as he was transferred through several commands, and eventually they became lovers. | ||
| − | In [[3019]], in the aftermath of an assassination attempt on Takashi Kurita on [[Rasalhague]] that resulted in the execution of, among others, the noble woman to whom Theodore was to have joined in an arranged marriage, Theodore proposed to Sakade. Even after she revealed that she was an agent with O5P, he still wished to marry her. Having fallen in love with him, she consented.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', p. 91</ref> | + | In [[3019]], in the aftermath of an assassination attempt on Takashi Kurita on [[Rasalhague]] that resulted in the execution of, among others, the noble woman to whom Theodore was to have joined in an arranged marriage, Theodore proposed to Sakade. Even after she revealed that she was an agent with O5P, he still wished to marry her. Having fallen in love with him, she consented. <ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', p. 91</ref> |
===Marriage and Family=== | ===Marriage and Family=== | ||
| − | Sakade married Theodore Kurita in 3019, and four years later gave birth to a son, [[Hohiro Kurita II|Hohiro]], in [[3023]]. [[ | + | Sakade married Theodore Kurita in 3019, and four years later gave birth to a son, [[Hohiro Kurita II|Hohiro]], in [[3023]]. [[Omi Kurita|Omi]] and [[Minoru Kurita II (Novacat)|Minoru]] would soon follow. Her marriage and children with Theodore were kept secret for many years with the assistance of [[Internal Security Force]] and O5P. |
===Fourth Succession War=== | ===Fourth Succession War=== | ||
| − | In [[3028]] at the outbreak of the [[Fourth Succession War]], Kurita and Sakade were with the [[11th Legion of Vega]] on [[Marfik]], with Theodore in command. The planet was attacked by the [[4th Skye Rangers]]. Though badly outclassed, the Legion gave an excellent accounting of itself in a guerrilla-style campaign that lasted several weeks. Sakade proved crucial in helping her husband escape the planet.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. | + | In [[3028]] at the outbreak of the [[Fourth Succession War]], Kurita and Sakade were with the [[11th Legion of Vega]] on [[Marfik]], with Theodore in command. The planet was attacked by the [[4th Skye Rangers]]. Though badly outclassed, the Legion gave an excellent accounting of itself in a guerrilla-style campaign that lasted several weeks. Sakade proved crucial in helping her husband escape the planet.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 162-163</ref> They headed to [[Vega]], successfully leading the defense of that world.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 192-193</ref> |
Sakade would continue to serve at her husband's side for the remainder of the war, both on his command staff and in battle on [[Dromini VI]]. | Sakade would continue to serve at her husband's side for the remainder of the war, both on his command staff and in battle on [[Dromini VI]]. | ||
===Revelations and the War of 3039=== | ===Revelations and the War of 3039=== | ||
| − | On 18 | + | On August 18, [[3033]], Theodore and Tomoe finally revealed their family to Takashi at the Coordinator's birthday celebration. It was then revealed that Tomoe claimed Ingrid Magnusson, a descendant of the first Prince of Rasalhague, as an ancestor. It was further revealed that she was descended from Duncan Cameron and Johanna Kurita, who survived the purges of [[Stefan Amaris]] at the fall of the [[Star League]]. Forced to confront these revelations, Takashi Kurita reluctantly accepted Tomoe and her children.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 39-40</ref><ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 265-273 - Theodore Kurita reveals his marriage and family to his father.</ref> |
During the next few years, Tomoe continued to aid her husband as part of his ''shitenno'', building new units and implementing a new, more flexible military doctrine. They were well aware that the alliance between the Lyran Commonwealth and the [[Federated Suns]] would eventually turn their eyes to the Combine. | During the next few years, Tomoe continued to aid her husband as part of his ''shitenno'', building new units and implementing a new, more flexible military doctrine. They were well aware that the alliance between the Lyran Commonwealth and the [[Federated Suns]] would eventually turn their eyes to the Combine. | ||
| − | In [[3039]], [[Hanse Davion]] finally struck. [[AFFS]] and Lyran troops attacked all along the border. Theodore Kurita and his rebuilt DCMS were ready, however. In addition to his defensive plans, Theodore planned a bold counterattack designed to convince the [[Federated Commonwealth|allies]] that the Combine was much stronger than it actually was. With Sakade now holding the rank of [[Tai-sa]], Theodore entrusted his wife with one of the most critical thrusts of [[Operation Orochi]]. Commanding a [[Ghost Regiments|Ghost battalion]], Sakade executed an impressive attack on [[Le Blanc]] deep in the Draconis March. She was able to not only smuggle her battalion onto the planet, but was able to recruit three more battalions of mercenary troops. She and her troops were aided in these activities by ''yakuza'' elements.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. | + | In [[3039]], [[Hanse Davion]] finally struck. [[AFFS]] and Lyran troops attacked all along the border. Theodore Kurita and his rebuilt DCMS were ready, however. In addition to his defensive plans, Theodore planned a bold counterattack designed to convince the [[Federated Commonwealth|allies]] that the Combine was much stronger than it actually was. With Sakade now holding the rank of [[Tai-sa]], Theodore entrusted his wife with one of the most critical thrusts of [[Operation Orochi]]. Commanding a [[Ghost Regiments|Ghost battalion]], Sakade executed an impressive attack on [[Le Blanc]] deep in the Draconis March. She was able to not only smuggle her battalion onto the planet, but was able to recruit three more battalions of mercenary troops. She and her troops were aided in these activities by ''yakuza'' elements.<ref>''Heir to the Dragon'', pp. 327-330</ref> In early July, they struck to great effect, sending the [[Robinson DMM]] into retreat.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 117</ref> |
Taking two of her battalions, Sakade then struck at [[New Ivaarsen]]. Though outnumbered heavily by the [[New Ivaarsen Chasseurs]] and the local militia, Sakade was able to cause a panic in the local populace by striking at smaller, less defended cities. After several months of heavy fighting, her force was reduced to a third of what she had originally attacked with, and she was forced to order a retreat. Nevertheless, the point had been made. New Ivaarsen was too close to [[Robinson]] for Hanse Davion to ignore the threat, and he soon ordered a full recall.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 118</ref> The [[War of 3039]], as it came to be known, was considered a great success for the Combine, and validated Theodore’s doctrine. | Taking two of her battalions, Sakade then struck at [[New Ivaarsen]]. Though outnumbered heavily by the [[New Ivaarsen Chasseurs]] and the local militia, Sakade was able to cause a panic in the local populace by striking at smaller, less defended cities. After several months of heavy fighting, her force was reduced to a third of what she had originally attacked with, and she was forced to order a retreat. Nevertheless, the point had been made. New Ivaarsen was too close to [[Robinson]] for Hanse Davion to ignore the threat, and he soon ordered a full recall.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 118</ref> The [[War of 3039]], as it came to be known, was considered a great success for the Combine, and validated Theodore’s doctrine. | ||
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In [[3058]], the ''[[Kokuryu-kai]]'' organization plotted to assassinate Theodore Kurita on his 61st birthday. During a parade by the [[Otomo]], their commanding officer, a Black Dragon sympathizer, attempted to personally kill the Coordinator using his BattleMech. With the assistance of [[Camacho's Caballeros]] and the [[9th Ghost|Ninth Ghost Regiment]], Sakade was able to defeat the plot, personally killing the Otomo commander, [[Oda Hideyoshi]].<ref>''Black Dragon'', p. ??</ref> (The official story was later released that Hideyoshi died in his sleep.) | In [[3058]], the ''[[Kokuryu-kai]]'' organization plotted to assassinate Theodore Kurita on his 61st birthday. During a parade by the [[Otomo]], their commanding officer, a Black Dragon sympathizer, attempted to personally kill the Coordinator using his BattleMech. With the assistance of [[Camacho's Caballeros]] and the [[9th Ghost|Ninth Ghost Regiment]], Sakade was able to defeat the plot, personally killing the Otomo commander, [[Oda Hideyoshi]].<ref>''Black Dragon'', p. ??</ref> (The official story was later released that Hideyoshi died in his sleep.) | ||
| − | She prepared a report on the status and readiness of the DCMS for the Director of Intelligence of the [[Star League Defense Force]], [[Jerrard Cranston]].<ref>''Shattered Sphere'', pp. | + | She prepared a report on the status and readiness of the DCMS for the Director of Intelligence of the [[Star League Defense Force]], [[Jerrard Cranston]].<ref>''Shattered Sphere'', pp. 61-62</ref> |
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A beautiful and dangerous woman, Tomoe Sakade was entirely devoted to her husband and his vision to reform the Combine. A master of ''ninjutsu'', she proved her skills in battle both in a BattleMech and personal combat on many occasions, and was considered an equal in the latter by [[Ninyu Kerai Indrahar]]. She was willing to accept any role necessary in the pursuit of her duties, from soldier to spy to assassin to noble lady-of-the-court to a commanding General. | A beautiful and dangerous woman, Tomoe Sakade was entirely devoted to her husband and his vision to reform the Combine. A master of ''ninjutsu'', she proved her skills in battle both in a BattleMech and personal combat on many occasions, and was considered an equal in the latter by [[Ninyu Kerai Indrahar]]. She was willing to accept any role necessary in the pursuit of her duties, from soldier to spy to assassin to noble lady-of-the-court to a commanding General. | ||
| − | At some point prior to 3058 she gifted her husband with [[Hokusai|Hokusai's]] 1814 work [[w:The Dream of the Fisherman's Wife|The Dream of the Fisherman's Wife]], at least the third original work by the artist he possessed.<ref>''Black Dragon'', | + | At some point prior to 3058 she gifted her husband with [[Hokusai|Hokusai's]] 1814 work [[w:The Dream of the Fisherman's Wife|The Dream of the Fisherman's Wife]], at least the third original work by the artist he possessed.<ref>''Black Dragon'', Ch. 21</ref> |
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[[Category:Draconis Combine Characters|Sakade, Tomoe]] | [[Category:Draconis Combine Characters|Sakade, Tomoe]] | ||