Hida Tsuru

Younger brother of Hida Kisada, uncle of Hida Yakamo, Hida O-Ushi, Hida Sukune and Hida Amoro.

Tsuru was the cavalry master of the Crab. his units meant to bolster weakened defensive lines.

At an early age he knew he could not match his brother's size and strength so he looked for his own niche to fill. He found it in the cavalry. He asked for the position of cavalry master and was granted it on the day of his gempukku.

Whenever the Kaiu Kabe was breached his cavalry units would be there to stop them.

He was infamous among the other clans for his ruthlessness and unflinching cruelty. In a small skirmish with the Unicorn he slaughtered all the mounts of a captured unit. He was no longer wlcome in Unicorn lands. The commander of the Unicorn, Shinjo Hanari, took great offense from Tsuru's actions and swore to make him pay.

Tsuru lacks the charcteristic Crab temper, but he makes up for it with dedication and drive. He spoke softly, refusing to waste his breath on eloquence. He preferred solitary rides in the morning.

In battle he would wear a suit of armor similar to that of his nephew Sukune. He would often be mistaken for an oni, something which amused him a great deal. He saw failing duty as a weakness and was renowned for being and outstandning general.

(Crab p. 67)