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Born to criminal royalty, Kaori and her brother Yamato always knew they were destined to run The 7th Moon after their father's passing. For years they ran the organization as equals; leading to profit, success, and plans for expansion to the United States.
The idea was simple. Kaori would stay in Japan and maintain things at home, while Yamato would travel to America to set up an international presence. Unfortunately for the siblings; this plan didn't sit well with some of their more insecure underlings, who bristled at the idea of being led by Kaori in Japan.
The coup was swift and violent. Yamato gave his life protecting Kaori, but in doing so ensured that she and a handful of loyalists were able to escape Japan for America.
When she arrived stateside, the contact her brother was supposed to meet greeted her and her retinue. Unfamiliar with the gender of Japanese names, the man addressed her as Yamato. She thought to correct him, but decided that the best way to keep her brother's memory alive was to take his name and live out his dream.
Yamato's wish in the ritual is to make the Seventh Moon powerful enough to take over New York.[1][2] She also hopes to solidify her brother's legacy, as she is still grieving his death.[3][4]
Yamato predominantly speaks Japanese, although she also knows how to speak English.
Biography
Yamato has arrived in New York less than a year before the Ritual.[5]
The sword Yamato uses is an ancient heirloom.[6] She inherited it when her predecessor died, and someone else will inherit it when she dies.[7]
Personality
Yamato is the ruthless leader of the Seventh Moon, and leads the organization by example.[8][9] She once murdered someone for owing the Seventh Moon a "C-Note" ($100).[10] She often attempts to threaten her teammates to get them to obey her.[11][12][13]
Yamato views Wraith as her main hurdle towards conquering New York.[18] She hopes to take over Wraith's business.[19] While on the same team, Yamato intends to betray Wraith later.[20]
Character Interactions
Yamato is cruel and antagonistic to most other heroes.[21] This generally goes unnoticed, since none of the other heroes speak Japanese.
Yamato wants to turn Mo into a coat and Krill into a hat.[27]
Yamato likes Paige, likening her to a "puppy that pisses on the rug: stupid, yet strangely endearing".[28][29]
Yamato thanks Ivy for taking care of Mendoza.[30] However, she also undermines Ivy's skill and says she wants to take over Spanish Harlem for the Seventh Moon.[31][32]
Haze is keeping an eye on Yamato in-case the Seventh Moon becomes big enough to be a cartel. She hasn't been ordered to assassinate Yamato yet.[36][37]
Pocket thinks Yamato would get along with their mother.[38]
Only the Patrons and The Doorman know Yamato's true name is Kaori.[4][47]Rem also learns Yamato's name if he sees her dreams.[48]
Removed Lore
In Neon Prime, Yamato had children.[49][50][51] Her father is also mentioned, and it is believed that he was the character Ghost/Spectre, who became Lady Geist.
A popular fan rumor is that Yamato in Neon Prime was an alien obsessed with Japanese culture. This rumor is incorrect, based on what is known about her character and faction from old voice lines and the Neon Prime lore document.
References
↑Yamato's in-game voice line (Select): "New York will fall into the hands of the Seventh Moon."
↑Hidden King's in-game voice line (Yamato Start): "This is not your city, Yamato, but after you summon the Hidden King... it will be."
↑Archmother's in-game voice line (Yamato Start): "You have overcome grief and betrayal to stand here today. But you seek to do more than just survive. Complete the ritual."
↑ 4.04.1Hidden King's in-game voice line (Yamato Start): "Kaori, you honor your brother by taking his name, and honor him further still by making his dreams a reality. Complete the ritual, and see the success you both dreamed of."
↑Shopkeeper's in-game voice line (buys festive T4 item) - "Hope you enjoy your first Christmas in New York."
↑Yamato's in-game voice line (Select): "If I die, someone else will inherit this sword. Just as I did."
↑Yamato's in-game voice line (Select): "I will lead my team to victory!"
↑Yamato's in-game voice line (Select): "Follow me! I'll lead you to victory."
↑Vyper's in-game voice line (Select) - "I know a guy who owed the Seventh Moon a C-note... well, I knew a guy who owed the Seventh Moon a C-Note... Yamato murdered the shit out of him."
↑Yamato And Haze Conversation 2 - "We're going to win today, Yamato, and when we do, you'll use the Patrons to make the Seventh Moon strong. But know this: we're watching you." - "I don't care." - "If you step out of line, you will."
↑Pocket's in-game voice line - "She would get along with my mother."
