#▬▬ι═══════ﺤ || the storm of clan sakai (headcanon)

[legendoftheghost]

What kind of herb are you ?

Cumin & Garlic 

You see yourself so clearly that you can see the gaping hole inside you where you lost a piece long ago. It's there and it's ragged and painful and bleeding and you don't know how no one else can see it when it takes up so much of your awareness. You run from it, fight it, try to find it but nothing bandages up that hungry mawing void inside yourself and when you're tired, uninspired, you swear it grows and grows. You promise yourself you want to be alone, promise yourself that you want to be different, want to be special, love having this hole inside you and point it out in words or song or jokes and stories and take pride in that pain, in your uniqueness in this world of grays and storm clouds. You are 5 am rain on asphalt roads and sputtering street lamps. You are petrichor musings and messy guitar chords and a thousand contradictions wrapped inside a quiet cry, an evening of coffee and jittering hands and a promise that you're okay or that you're fine until you're falling apart in someone's arms or messages and pretend you're alright in the morning. You taste so strongly but sometimes you wonder if all you are is ash.

You leave an impression wherever you go. Your heart is so strong, so determined, so willing to go after whatever hole you see in the world, whatever wound you need to fix next. You're there. You're justice, hot red and pure gold, fairness incarnate, a paladin in shining armor come to protect and cleanse and heal and yet sometimes you wonder if you're the most corrupt, dirty being in the world, a fraud, a monster in hero's clothing. The world is so intense and you are so small, so fragile, and no matter how hard you try you're never good enough. You want to be good. You want to be good enough. You try so hard and yet the world is so dark and angry and cruel. Perfection is always just out of reach and you want things to be okay so bad you bleed with it. You just want things to be right, to be good, to be fair, but you don't know if they ever can be. If you can ever be.

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From this review (x); Jin is battling with his own mind as The Eagle's poison tries to take hold. It grips you just when you're least expecting it – at the moment you run out of stamina on a short run, a missed handhold on a climb, right in the heat of battle – to the point where you feel like The Eagle is ever-present, constantly connecting whatever you happen to be doing to the bigger narrative at hand. And it's that connectivity that really feels at the core of this DLC. Everything you're doing is building your own connection to Jin, helping to flesh out the human side of the inimitable Ghost of Tsushima through his family, his friends, and new-found (if reluctant) allies. Sucker Punch's ability to weave beautiful narratives that will, ahem, sucker punch you right in the feels is more in the spotlight here than ever, and it's an utter success. 

I’ve always believed Jin Sakai’s pain doesn’t always show up through the surface, because he is kind of a stubborn, resilient, and emotionally-repressed samurai with a heart of gold who always lived with burdened expectations of Sakai Clan proudness and standards, living in the shadow of his proverbial tenderness, sensitivities, vulnerabilities, etc. Iki Island Expansion does such a remarkable job of rounding out and making Jin Sakai such a human and complex character; as it puts on great emphasis on Jin Sakai’s internal struggles and explorative backstory that not only further complicates his relationship with Kazumasa Sakai, but revealing so much of Jin Sakai as a person, a hero, a son, a leader, and a Ghost who will never follow his father’s steps. 

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I just had to mention the fact that so many of Ghost of Tsushima storyline deal with the conflict between a rich upper class and a poor peasant class. Many of them revolve around the desire to escape one's class or the struggle against the other class.

Lord Shimura is presented as the paragon of honor early in the game. We later learn he cares nothing about his peasants, and that the honor he and the Shogunate cling to is all about keeping the Peasants in their place, which obviously Jin Sakai is vehemently against. 

Lady Masako's entire plot turns out to stem from her younger sister's jealousy of Masako marrying up to a Samurai Lord, something that, as the older sister, she felt she deserved and she became bitter over Masako "robbing her" of her chance to move up in the world as more loyal and respected class. Furthermore, the marriage Masako arranged for her to a retainer of another clan left her saddled with a husband who in private was abusive and a drunkard.

Ryuzo resents Jin beating him at a tournament, solely because he couldn't consider going easy on his childhood friend, because it'd have meant "Lord Sakai" would've lost to a commoner. For Ryuzo, that tournament was his only chance to prove himself to one of the lords of Tsushima and become a Samurai. Despite Jin Sakai’s plea to help him defeat the Mongols, he defects against Jin and his kin. 

Jin ultimately uses the tricks he learned as The Ghost to empower and arm the peasant class to repel the invaders. The Shogunate, threatened by this as peasants who can defend themselves would make them obsolete and threaten their position of privilege, brands Jin a criminal, ordering Lord Shimura to kill him.

Sensei Ishikawa is a perfectionist, willing to look beyond gender and class for the perfect pupil, which he found in Tomoe. However, there were clear flaws in training her in utilizing such strict discipline and abrasive perfectionism, which ultimately turned the girl into a killer who sided with the Mongols.

Also, like I and so many Ghost of Tsushima blogs have already mentioned, of the principle of keeping the honor before validated reason and logic was deeply cherished in samurai culture, and it appears that it is ineffective and pathetic. As Jin finds throughout the story, bushido means little when the enemy does not fight by the same rules, as the Khan demonstrates when he lures the defenders of Tsushima into abandoning their defensible chokepoint and get them slaughtered. Furthermore, the samurai code was built on the oppression of the lower classes, and that the Shogunate's displeasure with Jin's "dishonorable" tactics is ultimately little more than a fig leaf for the fact that he managed to inspire the commoners to stand up to the Mongols without depending on their samurai masters.

I think @commando-wolf​ explained a lot better with his HC (x), so definitely check his headcanon out. 

[legendoftheghost]

From what I’ve read in the reviews and the tags I follow, I know Iki Island Expansion is simply an ‘expansion,’ not the full-on story like I feel like it should have been. The original Ghost of Tsushima’s story is already visceral and remarkable, full of relatable characters and even more relatable protagonist (JIN SAKAI, everyone), and I like the fact that it brings even more depth and complexity to his character, which is remarkable facet of Sucker Punch when it comes to their storytelling, the integrity of meshed storyline that makes him such a dualistic and enigmatic character who struggles with human emotions, flaws, vulnerabilities, etc. 

Jin's arrival on Iki provides a big contrast to the rest of the game, as the island is a location where the locals aren't trusting of or deferential to their samurai lords - in fact, the islanders hate all samurai, and the Sakai clan in particular. It was Kazumasa Sakai who led a campaign to pacify the raiders of the island, and in a slight re-contextualization of Jin's past, for his father was killed during that invasion. So there's a ton of emotional baggage for Jin to work through and interesting character interactions for him to have as he helps the islanders, while concealing his true, hated identity. 

I feel like this direction of Jin’s further suffering and tribulations work because so much focus is placed on Jin's feelings and flaws as he works through them, forced to reconcile with a past he's been avoiding - even throughout much of the original story. He has to confront them firsthand - as Jin's internal conflict is exacerbated by his interactions with the Eagle herself. 

Early in the Iki story, Jin is captured and poisoned by the Mongols, and the players spend the rest of the expansion's main campaign grappling with visions from Jin's past. These can be triggered by anything, from sneaking up on enemies, to running out of stamina while sprinting, to seeing the corpse of an animal killed on a hunt. The visions create a fascinating intermixing between the goals of the Mongols and Jin's personal insecurities and past. Together, these give the game a good excuse to constantly throw in flashbacks and context that broaden his personal story.

And already knowing even as the Ghost, Jin Sakai struggles with these visions of honor and bloodshed, and I’d like to believe it’s further juxtaposed in raw, visceral manner in this expansion. In fact, Jin Sakai is a good person who is willing to change, accept past mistakes, and work towards becoming not only a better person, but a better warrior who will sacrifice himself and serve. Even as I haven’t watched the play through, I feel like Jin’s dualistic nature will further shined a light, and revealed in the ways in which he himself doesn’t expect. 

[legendoftheghost]

who is your muse ?

You're the Captain (An influential achiever) You're on the top rung, where those on deck look up to you.

OUTLOOK: Optimist

High levels of extraversion combined with low neuroticism mean that optimists always look on the bright side of life. This doesn't mean that they don't experience troubles from time to time, but they don't let negative things get to them or bring their mood down. Your naturally sunny disposition means that you have plenty of other things to get excited about.

CHARACTER: Driven

Driven people tend to be concerned primarily with their own needs and desires. They are prepared to work hard on achieving them and always keep their eyes on the prize. You may fall into this category if your single-mindedness sometimes means that you can easily become uninterested in other people if you don't think they'll be able to help you achieve your own goals.

SELF CONTROL: Determined

You keep your cards close to your chest and usually seem very laid back, but you know exactly what's going on around you. When you take offence at something you may not show it there and then, but you're likely to seek a way to even the score somehow. Be careful to maintain a sense of proportion and think about how other people might view your actions out of context.

COMPOSURE: Measured

Measured people have a clear sense of their goals and what they need to do - and focus on - to achieve them. They tend not to be overly affected by external factors and take unexpected changes and opportunities in their stride. It's crucial to maintain a realistic sense of achievement so you don't let your ambitions run away with you.

TASTE: Pioneer

You're interested in the new and different. Whatever it is, if you haven't experienced it before, you'll want to give it a try. People who share this characteristic also enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds, so thrive in big communal activities where they can learn about new places and perspectives.

SOCIABILITY: Leader

People with this characteristic are likely to enjoy social situations where they can really shine - where they can be in charge and give instructions rather than take them. They tend to be natural decision makers. If you recognise this trait in yourself, remember to think about how other people might perceive your forthright approach.

ACTION: Influential

Influential people are productive, efficient and quick. They know what needs to be done and they're ready, willing and able to make it happen. Sometimes your determination might come across to other people as pushiness though, so it's important to know exactly where the line is between being influential and being domineering.

ATTITUDE: Analytical

People with analytical attitudes are true critical thinkers and like to consider each situation on its own merits in order to avoid being influenced by sentimentality or tradition. This leaves them free to think about every angle and option before making their own judgement. If this sounds like you, be careful not to disregard the feelings of other people in pursuit of 'the truth.'

PROCESS: Achiever

Achievers have a real love of learning and very strong desire to do well. They combine impressive drive, high aspirations and a diligent approach to help them achieve their goals. They're also very adept at coming up with creative solutions to complex academic problems. If this sounds like you, remember to take some time to enjoy the ride - it can be as exciting as reaching the destination.

RESILIENCE: Engaged

Engaged people tend to take life quite seriously, but are still able to see the funny side and laugh off difficulties when they arise. They're very adaptable, and don't view problems as things to stop them but as opportunities to inspire them to come up with creative solutions - and of course some humour.

[legendoftheghost]

Why are you here?

To make things right

You've known for a long time this world is cruel. The fact that life isn't fair might be the first thing you ever learned. You've been hurt deeply, dealt a great injustice that's been engraved time and time again in the scars that litter your existence. Victimhood is a home to you, a familiar place that you always seem to find yourself returning to. Perhaps you've come to believe this is because you're cursed, that it's just your fate to suffer. In your worst moments, you probably think you earned this, because the idea that this is just makes it all hurt a little less. That's not true.

Don't ever let yourself think this is your fault or convince yourself it's what you deserved. Remember the very first time you were wounded and recall the child who cried out and screamed it was unfair, who knew that the world should be kind and just and that it is unacceptable that it is not. It hurt so badly then because you were wronged and you understood that. Maybe others have tried to convince you since that what you went through was only natural, that you had to accept this is how things are, that your trauma was just part of growing up.

Don't be fooled. There's a reason you've made it this far, that you've persevered in spite of everything. It's because you're the only one who can start to make things right. You deserved better—the child inside you has always known that. That's why you seek to escape into fantasy, to reject the harsh truths you don't feel strong enough to face. It's fine to indulge in these respites, as they are necessary to survive, but don't let them be what you live for.

Hang onto your rage, but do not let it make you bitter—instead, dedicate your life to bringing this world a little bit closer to the one you deserved. Give yourself the love and kindness you were denied when you needed it most, and extend that gift to others. Do not ever let yourself grow complacent, becoming the kind of adult you always hated who shrugs their shoulders and says "that's just the way it is." It doesn't have to be. So, be the kind of adult you wished you had, the one who would have gently wrapped you in their arms and protected you from harm. Use your intimate understanding of injustice to live in opposition of it and start to heal yourself along with the world's brokenness. Make recovery what redeems every moment of misery and don't waste another minute of your life regretting that it hasn't been a happier one. Your existence is not worth less because of its struggles or suffering. You deserve to be saved. Don't let yourself be the one who denies you that.

[legendoftheghost]

Jin Sakai Reflections; 

My Father: “I’ll never forget the day he was killed. I could have saved my father. If only I was older, stronger... If I wasn’t so afraid.”

My Uncle: “I thought they’d killed Lord Shimura. After everything he’s done for me, everything he taught me. I can’t lose my uncle. I won’t.” 

A Lover’s Touch: “Wish I had some company in here.” sigh. “It’s been too long.” 

Ryuzo: “We used to get into so much trouble... Stealing sake, dressing up like maidens... Trying to sail for Iki Island. My uncle always said, “Stay away from the demon child Ryuzo.”

Lady Masako: “Mother used to take us to Omi Lake with Lady Masako and her children. We played in the water... While mother and Masako traded funny stories over tea. 

Sensei Ishikawa: “Sensei Ishikawa should visit this place. I wonder if he’s ever relaxed in his life... He’s strung tighter than his bowstring.”

Creature Comforts: Sharp inhale. Exhale “The only thing I’m missing is a strong drink... A bowl of miso... Some sleep.... A woman.”

My Mother: “Mother spent her last weeks in the hot springs. Even then, she’d never get her hair wet. 

Favorite Foods: “When the Mongols are gone.. I am going to stuff myself with Shinano pears... Fresh tuna.... And sweet seaweed from Azamo.”

Saving Uncle: “When uncle is free, we’ll eat his favorite meal... Vegetable sweetened with mirin on a bed of rice....”

The Fallen Samurai: “I lost good friends on the beach. Kasai, Matsudo... Hongo. I won’t forget what you sacrificed for our home. 

A Warrior’s Burden: Sigh “I wish being a samurai were as easy as slipping into warm water.”

Clearing My Mind: Sigh “Stop thinking, Jin. For one moment, just stop thinking....”

My Code: “People look to samurai for guidance.... To keep them safe... And act with honor. On and off the battlefield. I can’t forget that.”

Yuna: “Saved from the battlefield by a thief...” Chuckle. “What will my uncle think of Yuna?”

Freedom With Shimura: “You should be here, Uncle...  When the Island’s free, we’ll spend a week soaking in these waters...”

The Yarikawa Rebellion: “Father and Uncle recovered at a nearby onsen, after they stopped the Yarikawa Rebellion. Was it this one?”

Exhaustion: Sigh “Feels like I haven’t slept in days. If only I had time for a short nap...” 

Khotun Kahn: Sigh “Maybe I’ll take that Mongol bastard’s head. Or drown him. No... I’ll put the torch to him. Just like he did to Lord Adachi.” 

Next Spring: Sigh “The warm air, the cherry blossoms... Spring can’t come soon enough.”

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One of the biggest stereotypes for Jin Sakai is that he is emotionless or an unfeeling person. There is this belief that he comes across as someone who just doesn’t have emotions or feel things the same way the rest of the world does. This almost labels him as sociopaths, or dangerous people who cannot be trusted. These harmful stereotypes claim that he does not care about other people or making choices based on morals. This is often because he does care very much about facts and logic and wants to make choices without allowing emotions to cloud their judgment. He is often very direct and to the point when expressing things, and so he doesn’t seem overly affectionate or bubbly most of the time. When he is focused on something important, he doesn’t want to be over the top, he just wants to be sure he is getting things done the most efficient way possible. These behaviors have caused him to be labelled as emotionless, when this could not be further from the truth.

Also connected to the previous stereotype, there is a misconception that he is not good in romantic relationships. This idea makes people believe that Jin Sakai is to be avoided, because he cannot provide a partner with what he/she might need or want. This make most people he is distant and cold when it comes to romance. This is because Jin does focus on work so often times and need time alone, and so people label him as a bad choice for a romantic partner. While this might appear like the truth on the surface, most people who have taken a chance and gotten to know the way Jin Sakai is in a relationship will know that this is actually very inaccurate.

There is also a misconception that he is not a fun person to be around, who is only focused on facts and getting things done. He is a workaholic who cannot take the time to let loose and have a good time. This stereotypes makes him continue to seem less ‘human’ and only focused on his practical and logical methods. While this idea comes from people who really do not know him, that doesn’t make it spread with any less harmful. This stereotype causes people to view him as cold and even boring people, only driven by his desire for power and to complete his goals in life. Of course, the people who are close to him often know just how untrue this actually is.

While he is most certainly a logical person, he is not at all emotionless. This is one of the more absurd stereotypes tied to him and can be rather harmful for them. He is not emotionless at all, in fact, he feels things just as deeply as anyone else. He has complex inner emotions and are actually a very moral person. While he cares about facts and logic, he still cares about his loved ones immensely. For him, doing things right and being upfront with people, is a way of showing how much he cares. This sense of morals he possesses makes him more honest person who believes in striving to make the world better by spreading the truth. For him, removing ignorance is a goal which comes from a place of caring and wanting to actually make a difference. When it comes to the people he cares for, he will often go out of their way for them and is fiercely loyal individual.

While Jin Sakai might not be the most bubbly or outwardly expressive person, that does not make him bad in romantic relationships. It he is committed to someone, he is actually a very loyal and giving person. Once he lets someone into his life and his heart in this way, it is not something Jin Sakai would take lightly. He can actually have a rather romantic side as well, it just takes time for him to feel comfortable exposing this part of himself. When he does find himself becoming more romantic with someone, it is very meaningful for him and his partner. This stereotype is so wildly inaccurate, but comes from people making surface judgements before actually getting to know him in depth.

The idea of him being not fun is also very untrue, since he has great senses of humor. HIs humor can often be more sarcastic and even dark at times, but he enjoys making jokes and spending time with his loved ones. Jin Sakai is great at having fun and even relaxing when the work day is over. He simply enjoys being someone who can focus on his tasks and take things seriously when the time comes to do so. When he is spending time just enjoying himself, he knows how to have a great time and can actually be very outgoing and social. He isn’t necessarily an anti-social person; this is an unfair and highly inaccurate stereotype. He enjoys having a good time, since he isn’t afraid of what others might think.

[legendoftheghost]

What Flavor Is Your Soul?

salt & rosemary

ah little kraken, bold are you. restless sailor, dauntless fighter, lower your sword, let me see your shield. ah, of course, they are but the same object. oh wave-tossed ruffian, lend me some of your mettle would you? you have been struck by the sharpest of spears yet you still stand here proudly. but off your guard, elsewhere of the battlefield, you will find your spirit can parch others. your words are but weapons crafted from your soul. little lion, sheathe your claws, or the ones you love the most will suffer. you do not have to be strong all the time love, there's nothing wrong with being soft. vulnerability is not weakness, and if it were, what's wrong with that? strength is not always your greatest tool, your heart is good. put down excalibur, and use your words. you'll find they will carry you much farther. not everything in life is a battle.

ah, the old soul, nice to meet again. the time of ages is etched into your bones, you see clearly. you've watched the heartache in this realm and sworn to solve it. but kindness without limits is self destruction. oh little leaf, strong and wise, you seek to bring peace with your presence. I'd be wrong to say you fail at this effort, but you mustn't set yourself on fire to keep others warm. you wish to please everyone, to protect them all. but if you shield the saplings from the sunlight they will never grow, and you one day will wither. protect yourself too. you know there are no happy heroes, so don't be one. be a friend. your loved ones will not forsake you for not being perseus slaying all their demons. you have your own monsters, why not meet them first before you conquer anyone else's nightmares. oh true-hearted paladin you are brave, and you are good enough. you know that right? be true to yourself, one cannot do anything saintly if they did not tend to their own wounds first.

Tagged by: @sonxflight​

[legendoftheghost]

I just love the fact that when Jin speaks, there’s the duality of him coming off as dominant and self-assured in his confidence, yet there is genuine compassion and softness in the intonation of his voice. There is a well-equilibrium of his voice being categorical and having such a confirming presence, while there is enough empathy and understanding also. 

I just love so much that despite his stoicism, Jin shows such kindness unparalleled to other samurais to many he meets (even peasants and commoners), saving them from Mongols and bandits without being asked. His uncle even comments on it when a teenage Jin is asked what being honorable is and he responds it means protecting the innocent. He has this subtle stiffness and reticence men would usually harbor, but it also comes off as sweet and gentle?? And I’m just alsekfleskelf. 

[legendoftheghost]

WHAT COLOR IS YOUR SOULMARK?

The color you fit most is White! & The color you fit most is Blue!

Also known as the kinder soulcolor, people with white soulmarks are seen as innocent, childlike, and pure. Most people before they enter adolescence will glow white when around a soulmate, but they will grow out of it in their teen years. It’s the rarest color to have as an adult.

Many people who glow white are treated like children, so they present themselves in an adult like way. They are structured, focus on maturity, and distance themselves from things that bring them joy. They are least likely to share their interests around people they don’t know and are afraid of being patronized.

This type is highly intelligent and appears to prefer being single than in a relationship. They are often alone, preferring not to bog themselves with unnecessary drama, and have no patience for those who criticize them or their work.

Despite their tough exterior, these people are gentle souls. They often express their interests to a select few they trust, and they spend their time theorizing about or analyzing things they enjoy. They are studios and curious, especially when it comes to what makes things work, and have a childlike wonder to them despite being so adamant to present as a mature individual.

Seen as the most popular favorite color, and for a good reason, the blue soulcolor is admired by many, even if they aren’t conscious of it. Friendly, loyal, and always there when you need them, the blue soulcolor is a people pleaser with a heart of gold.

People with this soul color are charismatic in a small way, choosing to speak as much as they listen, and take a genuine interest in people. They look past beauty and see the hidden soul under the skin. Loyal to a fault, they often downplay other’s negative traits as “quirks” and choose to see the best in everyone. They often miss social cues and overstay their welcome without meaning to.

While they might not seem the type to some, the blue soulcolor is likely to fall into fits of depression and self loathing. This is because they have high expectations and hold themselves to strong moral conduct, and failing that moral conduct means failing other people. Even if it’s not their fault, they will choose to take the blame.

When gathering a group of friends, this color likes stability and harmony. They hold onto friendships from their childhood, even if their interests shift, and have a hard time letting people go. Changes in relationships scare them. They will be the first friend to show up at your house when you need them, whether they live a short distance or not.

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How do you need to be loved?

like lovers watching the sunset & like the snow melts

calm, focused, tender. you need to be loved in the way teenagers kiss in the rain and giggle behind hands. you need to be loved like a child, taken care of, watched over, focused on. you need to feel the warmth of the sun, you need to feel the love rushing through your veins. you need to be reminded that love is worth it, and it’s beautiful to experience. you need to be loved in a way that is refreshing, again and again.

you need to be loved patiently. you need to feel the love slowly creeping in, a warning, a way to back away if you’re too scared. you need to be loved cautiously, as if you’re fragile. you need to be loved gently, because love is messy and muddy and makes your socks wet and hurts if the sun gets too close. but you need to let yourself be loved, because when you do, it’ll feel like spring.

Tagged by: @sonxflight​

[legendoftheghost]

What type of romanticism are you?

sweet romanticism & solitary romanticism

fresh faces, persistent love for life, yearning for romance: you're sweet romanticism. sweet romanticism entails kind, caring words and love that tastes like strawberry shortcake. it's letting the warm sunshine hit your skin and noticing that you feel the same way when you hold their hand, it's taking photos of each other, ones that paint them in the best light and capture every feature of theirs that you’re so in love with. you're able to see the true beauty in life, and are always the first one to stop and notice how the sky's shifted colors or how the birds seem to be chirping a bit more today. your idea of love can be a bit sappy, and you may not always feel like you're the most deserving of the beautiful love you have for others, but you are, and you are an incredibly thoughtful person with a wonderful and caring heart. don't be afraid of a bit of sweet love, just because it's beautiful doesn’t mean it's shallow or worthless. "i found you without looking, and love you without trying." - mark anthony

spilled ink, liquor stained dress shirts, books lent but never returned: you're solitary romanticism. solitary romanticism is not to be confused with melancholic romanticism, however; it can be lonely at times but is not quite sad. solitary romanticism entails a complete wonder in one's head, fantastical in its feeling, yet simple in its probability. it's playing the piano to an empty house, hoping the wallpaper likes the tune, it's smiling at the sight of a happy couple, not out of jealousy, but by true admiration of love. you stop to notice the little things in life, yet can't help but wonder whether or not someday you'll have the privilege of being so content and caught up in your own life to have them slip your mind. you've a kind soul and a wandering mind, which makes for a wonderful person all around. "dedicated to everyone who wonders if i'm writing about them. i am." - k.s. thomas

Tagged by: @sonxflight​

[legendoftheghost]

NSFW Headcanon: Jin Sakai 

A = Aftercare (What they’re like after sex) 

Jin believes practicing aftercare will naturally develop closer, more intimate bonds with his partner. After sex, he is particularly vulnerable; they’re naked, they have (hopefully) just had an orgasm, and one of the most intrinsic need for him is that need to ensure that positive state of mind continues. Everyone feels good when he knows his partner cares for him, and what better way to show it than tending to his partner when they both are in a vulnerable post-sex state of mind? Jin is especially susceptible to the post-coital blues, and even when he is seemingly highly independent, somewhat repressed and distanced with expressing emotions, I think this will be the perfect time for him to take a plunge and attempt to cuddle and engage in deeper conversations. 

B = Body part (Their favourite body part of theirs and also their partner’s) 

His entirety? Despite his fears of failure and flaws on his body, Jin Sakai is a man comfortable in his skin. From the crown of his head to the end of his toe, Jin Sakai has a body of a seasoned warrior; as a disciplined samurai, he had learned not only martial arts, but swordsmanship, horse riding, hunting, how to survive in the wilderness with bare essentials, and he literally has zero ounce of excessive fat on his body. 

He’s not the strongest, biggest warrior, a powerhouse who can dominate and overwhelm enemies with brute strength, but he’s compact, sculpted with enough muscle definition, and corded with lean strength that only comes from meticulous care. Younger Jin used to hate the scar that would continue to bleed and bruise due to excessive bullying, but now that he is the Ghost, he thinks it only gives him character. After all, scars build character. And out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars, and Jin Sakai is a prime example of one. 

Jin isn’t very particular when it comes to his partner’s favorite body part, but if his partner has anything that contrasts Jin’s own, he would obsess over that and touch him/her over and over. It could be the sensuous curve of the woman’s narrow waistand widening hips, the budding swell of her breasts and slender neck, or another man’s expansive chest and strong arms and legs embracing and cradling him. 

C = Cum (Anything to do with cum basically… I’m a disgusting person) 

He doesn’t like the mess, and would prefer if he came inside his partner, but the one thing he finds it extremely appealing is coming on his partner’s stomach. 

D = Dirty Secret (Pretty self explanatory, a dirty secret of theirs) 

Jin loves talking about sex with partners, friends, whoever. To him, sex in essentiality is a fascinating subject that's different for each individual yet common to people all (in some way), and he finds it endlessly depressing that it's a taboo subject.everybody (for the most part) needs sex and wants to have sex, so Jin believes that people should be able to talk about it openly, and he will sass and awkwardly joke and humor with insinuations of sex in normal conversations. 

E = Experience (How experienced are they? Do they know what they’re doing?) 

He snuck into Clan Sakai and Shimura’s personal archive / library and would sneak in some erotic illustrations of the time in curiosity. Despite the general lack of experience and focusing on his strenuous trainings, he would have fulfilled some curiosity of sexual exploration through masturbation and through secretive excursions with Ryuzo. 

F = Favorite Position (This goes without saying. Will probably include a visual) 

His preferred positions are; The Victory position, Doggy Style, Shoulder Hold, Lifted Missionary, and Lotus

G = Goofy (Are they more serious in the moment, or are they humorous, etc) 

Appearing too serious is Jin Sakai’s greatest flaw; being too serious which is Jin’s principal trait doesn't seem like such a bad thing, but it could create some issues regarding sexual explorations. 

Social anxiety.

Perfectionism.

Social awkwardness.

Fight or Flight responses to most things (Can't laugh inconveniences off or smoothly escape conflicts because of over seriousness, which is likely to do the opposite, in other words escalate minor conflicts to big ones).

Overthinking and not living in the moment.

Not having fun due to exaggerated thinking about the consequences.

Jin may be a sassmaster and likes to throw in some dry humor in between, but that’s his coping mechanism to lesson and ease his insecurity and stress that stems from even the sexual act itself, but in the act, he’s deadpan serious. 

H = Hair (How well groomed are they, does the carpet match the drapes, etc.) 

Judging by the full thatch of his beard, I’d like to think that he’s pretty thick and ample down there as well, peppered with hair below his belly button, and a nice, sizable thatch of his pubic hair. 

I = Intimacy (How are they during the moment, romantic aspect…) 

Jin does crave intimacy during sex, and this is something which becomes very important to him. Jin is at his most vulnerable, candor, raw, and open, and if it’s not a casual sex only to fulfill the needs to get off than anything else, Jin still needs and wants to build some sort of friendship or connection beforehand. Their sexual performance is then more about action than it is about emotions and deeper layers of intimacy, and with more deeply-connected intimacy, he would rather focus on both the physical and mental connection, which could make it much difficult to come with him. Regardless, he is tender, and will attempt to initiate; especially stroking his partner’s back, the side of his/her face, raking through his/her hair, etc.  

 J = Jack Off (Masturbation headcanon) 

Jin likes the stop-squeeze technique, which is a form of ejaculatory control. It allows him to near the point of climax and then back off suddenly by holding the tip of the penis until the sensation subsides. He likes to do this multiple times to make his orgasm much more intense. While it could be a tedious or time-consuming practice, he likes that explosiveness and exquisite high he gets from it. 

K = Kink (One or more of their kinks) 

Shibari (kinbaku), aka rope sex: Contrasts are central to Shibari: intricate geometric patterns with the natural curves of the body, rough rope against soft skin and vulnerability side by side with strength. The practice can also lead to a trance-like experience for the tied partner and a rush of adrenalin for the artist, or rigger.

Erotic Asphyxiation (breath play): This type of sexual activity involves intentionally cutting off the air supply for you or your partner with choking, suffocating, and other acts. People who are into breath play say it can heighten sexual arousal and make orgasms more intense.

Dirty Talk: Jin can have a little trouble getting out of his own mind. However, in this case, it’s less about being able to connect to the body than it is a fear of letting go. A little dirty talk goes a long way in making him forget his fears and let loose.

L = Location (Favorite places to do the do) 

Taking in consideration of his fugitive life, it would be somewhere relatively hidden and private. Especially in nature; against the tree trunk, near the lake or an ocean when the weather accompanies Jin’s mood, and empty, abandoned houses. 

M = Motivation (What turns them on, gets them going) 

Jin is almost always turned on, and has higher than normal sex drive. He’s one of those who craves intimacy and wants to share himself with someone special, even though it doesn’t mean that he wouldn’t participate in any given opportunities when they are presented. It can feel like a chore and not really something he wants to waste their time or energy on if they cannot converse well to begin with. There must be underlying honesty and genuinity in order for Jin to at least partake in a casual sex. 

N = NO (Something they wouldn’t do, turn offs) 

Cockiness – specifically unwarranted arrogance accompanied by a smug attitude. Lack of a sense of humor – unless they’re the one dishing it out. Flaking – because flakes are some of the most unappealing individuals to build any type of relationship with.  Being goalless and content with life — having zero aspirations for the future. Liars – but not even about significant stuff. Just unnecessary lies, made up stories and exaggerations when a fib is pointless. Vulgar language finding its way into every, single, sentence spoken. Baseless cattiness, malicious comments and disdain toward others. Humiliation and degradation.  BDSM for BDSM’s sake without exploration, caution, and mutual respect. 

O = Oral (Preference in giving or receiving, skill, etc) 

He’s much more inclined to receive than give. While Jin lacks the scope of experiences, he is skilled with his tongue, very attentive, considerate, and careful to observe his partner’s reaction. Because he is a perfectionist, he will attempt his absolute best to pleasure his partner and send him/her over the edge. He expects the same when he’s on the receiving end. 

P = Pace (Are they fast and rough? Slow and sensual? etc.) 

The act in itself is viewed essentially as a series of steps to his and his partner’s mutual satisfaction. It entirely depends on their shared needs. As a dominant top, Jin is likely to be a very passionate lover, focused on the connection he gains from this experience. He does appreciate and sees how much closer sex can bring him to someone he loves, and would rather be patient waiting for the right person to share this with, because for him to reach this step, it would have taken a lot of trial and error. He definitely likes things to built up towards the climax, exploring different positions to find their needs satisfied. 

Q = Quickie (Their opinions on quickies rather than proper sex, how often, etc.) 

Jin actually prefers quickie, because it offers a much-needed opportunity to relieve stress, strengthen a relationship, and get off at a time when intimacy, connection, and, well, time, are luxuries (especially with him on the run). Prefers mutual masturbations, than penetrative sex. 

R = Risk (Are they game to experiment, do they take risks, etc.) 

Jin is likely to be a very passionate lover, focused on the connection he gains from this experience. He sees how much closer sex can bring him to someone he loves, and would rather be patient waiting for the right person to share this with. If he’s in a long-term relationship, he will be more than willing to experiment and take risks. It all depends on their shared interest, and Jin would be open to try everything at least once. 

S = Stamina (How many rounds can they go for, how long do they last…) 

From his strenuous training as not only as a samurai, but as the Ghost on the run, Jin has extremely high stamina and will be able to go on for more than a few rounds if his partner is up for it.

T = Toy (Do they own toys? Do they use them? On a partner or themselves?) 

Occasionally will use Geisha balls / beaded necklaces for added pleasure, mostly one another in reciprocated masturbations. 

U = Unfair (how much they like to tease) 

He isn’t very good at teasing, unless it’s with words. He is rather straightforward with his actions, because he doesn’t like to deceive with his affectionate, tender touches. 

V = Volume (How loud they are, what sounds they make) 

On the quiet side, and for most of the lovemaking, he will make soft, gentle moans that turn into animalistic grunt when he’s on the verge of orgasm. 

W = Wild Card (Get a random headcanon for the character of your choice) 

Perhaps one of the simplest, yet most potent sexual fantasies Jin has is just having his partner direct the sex script for the night. Whether it's a full-on dominant or simply a partner who knows what he or she wants and how to get it, he finds the thrill of a confident and sexual partner to be very appealing.

X = X-Ray (Let’s see what’s going on in those pants, picture or words) 

He is uncircumcised, his shaft is curved slightly upward, with veins that snake along the underside. His member is longer than average (around 13cm when erect) and has considerable girth (9 centimeters when erect). 

Y = Yearning (How high is their sex drive?) 

Jin has rather active sex drive. It’s not a particularly powerful sex drive, for he could always resort to, and might prefer his own imaginations. His inner minds are rather rich place, and he doesn’t always feel like outwardly expressing this side of himself.

Z = ZZZ (… how quickly they fall asleep afterwards)

All depends on Jin’s condition on that day; judging on the Ghost’s life (on the run, essentially a fugitive ronin), and a slew of traumas and PTSD trailing his back, Jin Sakai suffers from insomnia. While he has high stamina and could go for more than a couple of rounds when he’s in a particularly frisky mood, but one intense round could have him knocked out exhausted. He’s a kind of a guy that sneaks in sleep whenever and however it comes, so he would let himself fade away for an hour or two, before he’s coaxed to awake. 

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Some signs Jin Sakai is dealing with Emotional Pain; 

Jin Sakai is well aware that emotional pain is just as serious as physical pain, and it should be taken seriously, because it molds the way he responds and interacts with the world in both good and bad ways. Becoming aware of his emotions and reacting to stress and pain can be beneficial in maintaining and improving his mental health, and that is why he likes to take his time to meditate and empty his thoughts as best as he can. 

Jin has excessive altruism: There is a visible progression as Jin grows and matures in Ghost of Tsushima. He used to be a spoiled samurai who got all the things he wanted, but as the Ghost, he is definitely getting used to having his personal needs ignored. He puts the others’ issues first than his own, While altruism is an admirable trait that can improve the quality of life for the others, it can also lead to self-neglect. Excessive altruism can be motivated by psychological scars and be indicative of Jin’s own desire to receive help and affection. 

Jin micromanages: He has tendency to control every part of the situation and every small detail. He has a need for control and has somewhat difficulty trusting others. There would be times where Jin would feel out of control at times and he compensates by micromanaging, so it’s important to adjust the root of his trust issues. 

Jin isolates himself: Because emotional pain often springs from relational conflict or trauma, isolation can become a coping strategy that creates a perceived sense of safety as a result. Without social contact or support, he could become his own worst enemy. Isolating himself could only intensity and exacerbate unhealthy thinking patterns, which are challenging to recover from. 

Jin is a perfectionist: Perfectionism is a common cognitive distortion that can lead to unrealistic standards. He may receive more sense of self-worth by trying to be perfect, which is a heavy burden to carry, as it could lead to excessive people pleasing and/or achievement. 

Jin ruminates about his problems: Rumination happens when he replays a situation in his mind over and over again. While it could be helpful for problem solving, analyzing the situations or emotions beyond what he can control can be damaging. He is highly prone to fall into patterns of rumination, which in turn, mean that he could be also highly prone to have depression and anxiety. 

Jin experiences physical pain: Somatization is an emotional distress manifested in physical symptom. Muscles might tense up and some traumas and pain can be suppressed to the extent that he may suffer from chronic health concerns, such as headaches and nausea.

Jin is prone to mood swings: Anger is a normal reaction to being hurt or betrayed. When he accumulates emotional pain throughout his life, any situation that goes differently from what he expects can trigger emotional flashbacks. Along with anger, he may express shame, doubt, fear, and guilt in response to emotional distress. These crippling emotions can trigger anger bursts and mood swings. 

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Headcanons / Metas Masterlist; 

Name Meaning

Character Development Layers

Jin Sakai: Dossier

Jin Sakai’s Armor Sets

Jin Sakai’s Reflections

Jin Sakai’s Quotes

Jin Sakai’s Haiku

NSFW Masterlist

The Glinting Edge of Mighty Justice (Jin as the Ghost)

Jin Sakai’s Impeccable Swordsmanship

Jin Sakai as Neutral Good

Jin Sakai as an INTJ

More on Jin as an INTJ

Jin Sakai as Enneagram Type 8

More on Jin being The Challenger (Type 8)

Jin Sakai as a Tiger

Jin Sakai as a Sagittarius

Jin Sakai’s Fear

Jin Sakai’s Voice Intonation

Jin Sakai’s Jealousy

Jin Sakai when he’s Intoxicated

Jin Sakai and the Affects of Bullying

Ghost of Tsushima: Most Emotional Moments

Ghost of Tsushima: Conflict between Classes

Sun Tsu and the Ghost’s Philosophy 

Signs Jin Sakai is dealing with Emotional Pain

Signs Jin Sakai is Emotionally Repressed 

Jin’s Concept of Love

How Jin Falls in Love

How Jin Deals with Heartbreak

Sex Headcanon

Romance Headcanon ( i, ii, iii ) 

NSFW Headcanon

Family Headcanon 

More Family-Related Headcanons ( i, ii, iii ) 

Sleep Headcanon

Father Headcanon

Companionship + Childhood Headcanon

Physical Appearance Headcanon

Jin Sakai and Romantic Relationships

Jin Sakai and his Anger

Jin Sakai and his Kindness

Jin and Beliefs and Religions

Jin and how he deals with Grief

Jin as an Onryō

Jin’s Modern Verse

Jin and Ryou Sakai

Plants Associated with Jin

Drabbles; 

Dangerous Impulses

A Hidden Secret

Omi Village

Thoughts about Yuna

Thoughts about Ryuzo

Thoughts about Yuna and Taka

Thoughts about Animals

Never-ending Flow, The Waters of Rage Drench Me, Flourishing and Free

The Maddening Sting of his Past

Fanfics; 

Wild Embers, offering Clarity (Jin x Yuna, Part 1)

Wild Embers, offering Clarity (Jin x Yuna, Part 2) 

Verses; 

The Honor of Bushido (i)

Vengeance over Honor (ii)

The Legend of the Ghost (iii)

A Mutiny of Mighty Samurai’s Heart (iv)

Might of the Refined Unbending Blade (v)

Once Dirt Road. Now a Street (Modern Verse)

Proverbial Wisdom fueling Bloodthirsty Hunger (Kitsune)