The Shimizu Clan is a part of the Yamatai Star Empire and was formed in YE 28.

The clan was formed by Shimizu-Motoyoshi Akina (清水本吉明菜) and Ketsurui-Motoyoshi Katsuko in YE 30 two years after the creation of the larger Motoyoshi Clan. In YE 30, Ketsurui-Motoyoshi Katsuko became Empress by succeeding Kitsurugi Uesu. The formation of the Shimizu Clan was made to support the new Imperial House and manage titles for Shimizu members.

Previously, the seal was the stylized galaxy, with an Imperial Seal superimposed over it. The mon is slated to be redesigned.

“あなたの光を輝かせましょう” (It means “Let your light shine” in Yamataigo (邪馬台語).)

Traditions of Yamataian Culture are followed and respected by the Shimizu Clan. This includes Norse practices. They also practice their own culture, and there is considerable crossover with the Motoyoshi Clan.

While observing Holidays in the Yamatai Star Empire, and some Motoyoshi Clan holidays, the Shimizu Clan also observes their own holidays.

With a basis on the revered runes of Yamatai, the Shimizu maintain a mostly complimentary set of values to the other clans, but from a different source.

With a basis on the revered runes of Yamatai, the Shimizu maintain a mostly complimentary set of values to the other clans, but have their own sources and interpretations. These are not the only runes incorporated into Shimizu tradition and lifestyle.

The Simizu Clan is completely Yamataian with representatives of the following species so far:

• NH-33 (Eihei)
• Nekovalkyrja

This is the clan's leadership structure as of YE 45:

The Shimizu Clan is a small clan in terms of membership currently, with more working through corporate contracts than by blood or adoption. Motoyoshi Clan members in good standing are considered a part of the Shimizu Clan (unless the individual expresses otherwise).

The Shimizu believe that the Empire is the way forward. They prefer cooperation but always try to sus out the motives of others as a contingency. They support the Imperial line, and respect the lawful transfer of power from the head of state, and view attempts to wrest absolute authority away from the ruling Clan as seditious. While this and their support for the Star Army sets them firmly in the Bellflower Party, they do not consider themselves hardliners or set against any supposedly liberal groups. They believe the throne has the ultimate authority, followed by The Constitution of Yamatai Star Empire.

The corporate arm includes all businesses that fall under the Shimizu Zaibatsu umbrella. The Clan has a long-running venture that began when there became need for tough survival equipment in YE 30.

Allies of the Shimizu:

• Motoyoshi Clan - The Clan joined with the Shimizu by the marriage of Katsuko and Akina.
• Ketsurui Clan - The current ruling clan of the Yamatai Star Empire.

Enemies of the Shimizu Clan include:

• N/A

The Shimizu Clan is most prominent in the core systems of Yamatai Star System and Nataria. Their presence is felt even more in the systems known as, “The Three Sisters”, Akiko, Miu, and Ayano. This extends somewhat to the system Akina, and the citizens, the majority Norian, settled there. No official territory such as the Motoyoshi Colonial Sector has been granted by the Imperial House.

New members are allowed with approval, as long as they:

• Are in the Yamatai Star Empire.
• Are a compatible species, mostly Nekovalkyrja.
• Are involved with the Clan.
• Are observant of the runes and clan philosophies.

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This article has been overhauled by Miyako on ❄️ 12/21/2022❄️ . The Motoyoshi Clan page was used as a template and adjusted.