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A Game of Sadane – “Your kimono is most lovely. My grandmother had one like it when she was your age, I believe.”
Akaru no Oni – “Never enter one’s layer. Burn it from without. Enter its lair and your time in this world has come to an end.” -Kuni Kiyoshi
Akodo Hiroshi – “I need war to fuel my Lion’s heart. If it is barbarians I must kill for honor and glory, so be it.”
Akodo Yanagi – A woman of uncommon skill and daring, she has survived countless battles and turned defeat into victory. Among the rank and file of the Lion, she is legend.
An Imperial Marriage – “An Otomo, Miya, or Seppun has no greater value than as a spouse.” -Bayushi Paneki
Armor of the Heavens – “It was crafted for the Emperor by the Fortune of Steel himself. Surely no more perfect suit of armor has ever existed in the mortal realm.” -Miya Shoin
Armor of the Ryu – A new and divine dynasty has returned the favor of the Heavens to mankind. Those fortunate enough to receive their blessings are changed forever by it.
Asako Kanta – “The Phoenix have little need for assistance, my lords, but if you wish to defend the sacred temples that are open to all, then surely we will not stand in your way.”
Asako Serizawa – “Perhaps we should investigate the possible link between these barbarians and the Dark Oracle of Fire. Nokatsu’s death was but the first.”
Asako Suda – “The universe holds wonders we cannot begin to imagine! How can we discover its secrets if we are forever consumed by war?”
Balanced Yari – “Most samurai favor the katana, but there are a multitude of weapons to choose from. Some offer unique advantages often overlooked.” -Shiba Tsukimi
Bayushi Hirose -”If you possess a secret of any kind, somewhere there is a Scorpion who knows it, or who will seek it until he or you are dead.” -Moto Chen
Bayushi Ishikura – “I need no poison or stealth. You will see me coming with your eyes wide open, and still you will not be able to stop me.”
Bayushi Shigeru – “An ambassador from the Badger Clan?” the courtier scoffed. “No such invitation was extended! This is a civilized court, after all.”
Buoyed by the Kami – “There is no more glorious experience in life!”
Cavalry Officer – “The left flank, my lord. It needs cavalry reinforcement immediately or it will break.”
Certain Death – “This could be my masterpiece. If the ogres will not bend their knee, then I will shape them into something that will.” -Omoni
Chrysanthemum Blossom – “It is the Emperor’s symbol and a popular gift between young lovers. I fear this war in the north will deflower every garden in the Empire.” -Doji Domotai
City of Tears – Once a City of Blood, now rebuilt grander than ever. Truly, rebirth is the path of the Phoenix.
Daidoji Murata – “Sleep well, my lady. There will be no treachery tonight. This much I swear.”
Daidoji Reita – “Their deaths are a mercy, but I will enjoy them nevertheless.”
Daigotsu Buroki – “Some have not lost their talent for brutality.” -Michio
Daigotsu Churo – “I am no mindless beast, but I shall feast on your flesh just the same.”
Daigotsu Minoko – “Steel against obsidian. Are you so sure you know the outcome already?”
Daigotsu Yuhmi – “No one knows his secrets. Not even me.” -Daigotsu
Daigotsu Zenshi – “Fleshless, mindless filth! Obey me! Leave nothing alive to tell the tale!”
Deadly Orders – “It does not matter what the creature is! We must destroy it! That is all that matters!”
Death Ravagers – “Lesser oni spawn that hunt in packs. Clever demons are the worst kind.” -Hiruma Todori
Discreet Retreat – “Lady Domotai bid me bring her word to you at the front, commander. I will await your convenience back at the encampment.”
Doji Hariya – “I will not limit myself to the duel. I will master all aspects of the blade, and in doing so, I will master myself.”
Doji Numata – “I oversee taxes, regulate merchants, and appoint city guards. My duty is not glorious, but I serve the Emperor as much as any other samurai.”
Doji Odaka – “Before you begin, Lord Kuon,” Domotai interrupted, “my magistrates have discovered something relevant that may interest you.”
Endless Road – The Emperor’s first winter was an exceptionally mild one. Many took it as a fortuitous omen, and a sign of a peaceful reign. They could not have known what was to come.
Eradicate All Doubt – “Sureness is strength. Certainty of purpose is assurance of victory.”
First-Hand Account – “Yes, I spent two seasons stationed in the Dragon lands, near the northern border. Tell Shigetoshi-sama that my formal recommendation for troop placement is as follows…”
Five Harmonies Blend – The greatest artisans, most skilled courtiers, most influential merchants, and a multitude of others assembled in the Scorpion lands, hoping to gain the Emperor’s notice.
Fluid Formation – “Let us see how these barbarians respond to the full might of the Lion!” -Akodo Shigetoshi
Fubatsu No-Dachi – “This youngster is making quite a name for himself. Where did this sudden explosion of skill come from, I wonder?” -Kaiu Genji
Furu no Oni – “A serpent of fire and thorn, born from blackened, molten earth. An accursed beast best killed from afar.” -Hiruma Aki
Goju Asagi – “Unleash your beasts if you wish, Dragon,” Daigotsu said. “I fear they will have little opportunity to slay this new Emperor.”
Hasty Exit – “Do not tarry when your task is complete,” the Shadow Dragon said. “I do so hate dawdling.”
Hida Hikita – “Too old? You insolent child. I have seen entire armies ground to dust, and demons the size of cities brought to ruin. This Army of Fire is nothing, and I will see them scattered on the winds like ash.”
Hida Rohitsu – “I have fought in the mountains all my life. What does it matter which mountains and what fools I kill?”
Hida Tatsuma – “Long has the Wall been silent, but it will not be so forever. When the demons return, they shall find me waiting.”
Hida Togeriso – “I would prefer a simple conversation, but if you insist, we can do battle first. Then I will talk to your unconscious body.”
Hida Yumiya – “Let the war end. I wish to return to the Wall. I am not worthy to fight samurai, not even Crane.”
Hongo – “The Spider may be in hiding, but a monk travels where he wishes, and few have the courage to question a sohei.”
House of Exotic Goods – “Come in, my friend! I guarantee I have something you have never seen before!”
I Carry Two Blades! – “Unfortunately for you, my last opponent had no more need of his when we were finished!”
Ikoma Hagio – “Korin’s second son is little like his father, quick-tempered and unapologetic, but he is a Lion to his core. He will serve the clan well.” -Akodo Shigetoshi
Ikoma Tomoi – “News from the Emperor’s court! We are to secure our northern border while the Akodo and Matsu begin preparing to march!”
Imperial Elite Guard – “Too many times in history has our family failed,” Seppun Katsura told them. “If this Emperor dies, it will be only because there is not a single Seppun left alive to protect him.”
Incredible Resilience – “If these are the best that can be sent against me, I scarcely see the point.”.
Inexplicable Challenge – “Here, bushi! If you must take a life, then take mine if it will quench your bloodlust!”
Isawa Yutako – “Bring these men that have plagued our Dragon allies so badly. I will quench their flames and their passion for war, and send them rushing into the mountains from which they came.”
Iuchi Hotaru – “I will wash away the Scorpion’s sins in a wave of vengeance and purification.”
Kaiu Kyoka – “We are to hold the line, but advance no further. Lord Kuon will arrive within two days time.”
Kakita Omori – “A Lion or Crab would say that I have wasted my life in pursuit of art. I say they have wasted theirs spilling blood. My art will live on, but their glory ends with death.”
Kakita Tashima – “We may be at peace in the morning, my Hida friend, but I find I am not a morning person.”
Kincho the Sixth – “I have never seen him without a smile, save the day that merchant told him the sake shipment would be delayed. That… was unpleasant.” -Kuri the Smuggler
Kitsuki Kenichi – “It is likely the reinforcements will not be sufficient,” he said. “We must be prepared for the Northern Watchtowers to fall, my lady.”
Kitsuki Tsuboko – “Fusami’s students are among our most dangerous soldiers,” Iweko said. “See to it she is given only the finest warriors to train.”
Kitsune Ando – “The time for games has ended,” Saburo warned. “It comes for the prophet now, and only we can stop it.”
Kuni Sagara – “I am no traitor, nor am I a fool. I simply prefer to keep my options open. Who knows what circumstances the future holds?”
Layered Plates – “Highly effective in protecting the warrior beneath, but very limiting in terms of movement and reaction speed. A necessary trade-off, from time to time.” -Daidoji Kikaze
Legion of Death – “Easily created, loyal to a fault, and they never get tired. Honestly, it is a miracle the Empire still stands.” -Hida Benjiro
Malevolent Kappa – “Wretched river spirits! More mischievous than a kitsune, and more dangerous than a goblin. I would hunt them all if they were not so resilient!” -Shiba Raiden
Matsu Ishigaki – “Supplies and relief for the Unicorn? A likely story. The Empire will not tolerate your meddling any longer, Phoenix.”
Matsu Misato – “I prefer to face my foes with steel, but if they are too cowardly to approach, then they are unworthy to die on my blade.”
Matsu Naomasa – “Be cautious, Scorpion,” she warned. “You may be the Emperor’s hosts, but your actions are not without consequence.”
Might of the Shadowlands – “Fire coursed over the ranks of the dead, but they only grew stronger from it.
Mirumoto Ishino – “He has all of his cousin’s rage, and none of Kenzo’s restraint.” -Mirumoto Kei
Mirumoto Kuroki – The Dragon cavalry appeared from nowhere, raining death down upon the flaming legion and keeping well out of reach. In moments, the ground was covered in smoldering corpses.
Mirumoto Takehiro – The Dragon encampment burst into flames without warning. “Infiltrators!” the commander shouted. “Fall back!”
Mokku – “Who is brave enough to receive sacrament? Who strong enough to bear the pain of magic mud?”
Moonless Riders – “They are wave men operating out of Nanashi Mura. I find the use of such forces unpleasant, but there are no finer or quicker scouts in the Emperor when the battlefield is shrouded in darkness.” -Toturi Shigekawa
Moshi Awako – “We carry the favor of Thunder. Stand aside or face the storm’s wrath.”
Moshi Nakata – “Lord Naizen commands all trade north of Rokugan be halted immediately. Something in the northern mountains is amiss.”
Moto Juncheng – “I fear no Scorpion, no barbarian, nor even a wrathful Emperor. I fear only a life of boredom, and I will have none of it.”
Moto Xiao – “It has been far too long since I killed a man in the northern steppes. Ride, men! Ride to the mountains!”
Mounting a Defense – “The Emperor’s lands will not be invaded. Not while we Lion draw breath.” -Akodo Shigetoshi
Ogre Savagery – “Do you think me some mindless beast? Some slavering demon from the pit? You should be so fortunate, humans!”
Oishi – “Be watchful, Chikara. Learn from all you see.”
Open Shore Market – “Anything you want can be found for a price. If time is of the essence, however, you might consider bringing all the koku you can muster.” -Yoritomo Buntaro
Oyumi – “A disgusting weapon, used only by peasants and bandits. A true samurai is not tempted by such toys.” -Akodo Shigetoshi
Paths of Honor & Glory – “Two paths exist, one light and one dark. The light path has ever been the greater, but the dark path gains new adherents each day.” -Asahina Hira
Piercing the Heavens – Throughout the Empire, shrines and temples swelled with attendants. Proof that the Heavens favored those who were worthy inspired tens of thousands to seek their blessings.
Power Corrupting – “We failed to gain the throne, perhaps, but we gained much all the same.” -Chuda Mishime
Pragmatism – “I had no need to kill you. You were simply in the way. In the next life, do not be so foolish.”
Public Garden – “This new Empire shall exist as more than a mere battlefield.” -Miya Shoin
Revered Sensei – To sit at the feet of an elder sensei is an honor most young samurai will never know.
Riding the Clouds – “How can you bring word to the general through such resistance?” The monk laughed. “It is not so difficult!”
Ronin Brotherhood – “They fight not just for money, but for honor, and for one another. Three generations of warriors deserve respect, even if they are ronin.” -Matsu Kenji
Sakarah – “You humans call it Thunder. We call it an avatar of the Spawn-Father. Names mean nothing. Its power must be recognized, however.”
Scouring Flood – “A threat from the north, you say? An Army of Fire?” Bairei frowned. “I fear it sounds familiar.”
Servitors of Stone “They free one from menial tasks, that one might more fully concentrate on matters of greater importance. Including courtship… or war.” -Isawa Emori
Seven Fold Palace – As delicate and majestic as origami, containing the true strength of the Crane within.
Shattered Peaks Castle – A Shadowlands assault shattered the mountain around it, but the Crab never faltered.
Shiba Ikokawa – “You bring fire? Against the Phoenix? Is this some manner of joke?”
Shiba Raiden – “Fire burns within him, yearning for freedom. His path will be a violent one, I fear.” – Isawa Ochiai
Shiba Shigenobu – “Seppun Katsura is my senseik, and Seppun Tashime my lord. I will fail neither of them.”
Shinjo Ki-Chang – “The day of our redemption is at hand, brothers. Glorious service to the new Emperor will erase all our fathers’ crimes!”
Shinjo Ming-li – “Young? Perhaps I am. War is my craft all the same, and one day they will remember me as a master.”
Shinjo Shinlao – “I know the northern paths, my Khan. I have traveled them all my life.” “Very good,” Chen replied. “You will ride at the front of my armies.”
Shisa Infestation – Shisa are mischievous, but not evil. They can either serve as guardians, or vandals, and can change their affiliation multiple times in the span of an afternoon.
Shosuro Nitsu – “It is not a personal matter. You have simply seen things you should not have. I take no pleasure in your deaths.”
Shosuro Takagi – After the rash of assassinations the previous summer, the Scorpion took no chances in securing the Emperor’s protection. No inch of the castle was left unsecured.
Shukku – “Pokku very wise. As long as he let me kill more samurai, I follow him wherever he wish.”
Siege Tactics – “The Emperor commands peace,” Kuon said. “It is peace the Crab shall deliver.”
Soshi Mayumi – The Scorpion protect the Empror’s lands, as do the Lion, and his honor, as do the Crane. But they also protect his secrets, a burden no other clan could bear.
Spin the Karmic Wheel – “Perhaps you will find victory in your next life.”
Split the Reed – “Yes, I desire peace. So much so that I would kill to achieve it, if need be.”
Strength of the Dead – “The wanyudo is a reincarnated tyrant, a madman who must inflict pain and death even after his own life has ended.” -Kuni Kiyoshi
Subtle Corruption – “No, my lord. We found nothing of any consequence within the Shinomen Mori. The reports were in error.
Temple of Tsukune – The Order of Rebirth is devoted to the Fortune of Tsukune, and they offer their aid to all who wish to better themselves.
The Call of Battle – “Tomorrow there may be peace, but that does not matter. What matters now is that my lord has need of my blade.”
The Sea’s Lightning – “It seems your papers are not in order, my friends! I am afraid we must confiscate your cargo to spare you the dishonor of transporting it illegally!”
The Winds’ Favor – “Turn your blade away, samurai. You cannot win the day. The kami will not permit it.”
Thunder’s Favor – “I have heard rumors about the Mantis shugenja,” Daigo said. “I want facts, not uncertainties.”
Togashi Nakahara – “I do not fear the fire’s embrace.”
Togashi Osawa – “My Champion’s orders are clear, Mantis,” Osawa said sadly. “Each time one of your clan enters our lands without permission, we will burn one of your cities to the ground.”
Traveling Peddler – “Yes, yes, I have just what you need. Just… just let me catch my breath a moment… I have it right here.”
Tsuruchi Onaka – “Tell me all you know of Noritoshi and Jimen.”
Unexpected Arrival – “Whether in court or on the battlefield, the Scorpion rarely attack in an expected manner.” -Akodo’s Leadership
Unpredictable Strategy – “The ones you are looking for are not here, Scorpion. I thought we might resolve this matter ourselves.”
Utaku Elite Guard – Legion upon legion of fools have died thinking that a battle maiden without a horse was no threat.
Utaku Yumiko – “I am the sight that will usher your soul to the next world.”
War Encampment – “There is no limit to what can be achieved when the Emperor’s wishes are made clear to his people.” -Kitsu Dejiko, Commander of the First Imperial Legion
Winter Solstice – “War never truly stops trade. During the long winter months, its continuation is a bit more obvious.” -Naoharu
Winter’s Embrace – “Some call it a curse, others a blessing. It traps one in one’s home, and yet protects one’s home from all who would attack.” -Asako Bairei
Word of Fire – “It is possible, my Emperor, that this Army of Fire may have advance agents already within the Empire,” the Badger ambassador said grimly.
Word of Heaven – The Emperor’s word is the Word of Heaven, too pure to be heard by the masses.
Wrath of the Elements – “If even a Dark Oracle imagines that the Phoenix will be easily defeated, then even the pawns of Jigoku will learn something this day.” -Isawa Mizuhiko
Yogo Fujitani – “Time spent among your people changed my sister forever, and I must know why. They called her Snowflake.”
Yoritomo Kisho – “It is not enough to best your enemy in battle. He must be humiliated if he is truly to be defeated.”
Yoritomo Sunagawa – “You pirates dare raid a Mantis ship? My ship? You must all be mad!”
