Avalyn

...a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside a kimono.

The circular symbol tattooed in black was easily overlooked amidst the many other motifs. Stylized blossoms tapered as they fell in arcs on either side. The intended botanical identity of the the plant was further secured by a leaf with a trio of leaflets.

Above and below the flower circle, an arrow's head and tail appeared, vertical, as if pinning the circular "Mon" in place."

To the right side of this, the Japanese characters for "Yama-Inu" were inscribed. On the left, the Japanese characters for the word "Emishi" were written.

"Nō aru taka wa tsume wo kakusu."