Tag Archives: Bayushi Aramoro

The Emperor’s Seal (Clan War Fiction)

Kachiko reclined on the quilted pillows of her personal audience chamber reading the dispatch. The room was small but its few furnishings were of the finest quality and spoke of great wealth. Her perfectly shaped eyes narrowed as she read. … Continue reading

Legion Biographies

The Legions: Biographies Yoritomo: Son of Storms Yoritomo first appeared in Crimson and Jade. Even among the greatest heroes of history, few can compare to the legend that is Yoritomo. Champion of the Mantis Clan during the Clan wars, this … Continue reading

The Imperial Histories

*The following article details the history of Rokugan from the beginning of the twelfth (and current) century, Isawa Calendar. This article is intended for all fans of the game who do not have access to the substantial history section included … Continue reading

The Death of Yoritomo

“Give in, Yoritomo,” The First Goju hissed, shadow spreading from his hands and surrounding the island warrior. “Even the storm must kneel to something, and the choice is yours. We know that Hitomi has told you that you will die … Continue reading

Flavor Text: Soul of the Empire

Air Dragon – “—” Amoro’s Honor – “Death is the answer to honor’s fall. Death – and revenge.” Armor of the Ebony Samurai – “The armies of Toturi marched first to the Shadowlands, overcoming all who would oppose their right … Continue reading

Flavor Text: Fire and Shadow

Agasha Fujita – “Each morning we are born again. It is what we do today that matters.” Akui Cliffs – “Bring them here, Morishigi, and the cliffs will do the rest.” – Kitsu Motso Ambush Strategist – “When you gamble … Continue reading

Scorpion Clan Letter #12

On this day, cousins, we have taken the first steps to regaining Ryoko Owari. The Unicorn are too foolish to keep our rightful city from us, no matter what the Emperor commands. We can see through Toturi’s madness; Shinjo’s children … Continue reading

Flavor Text: Pearl Edition

A Glimpse of the Soul’s Shadow – “She turned to look at me, and where her face should have been, there was nothing at all. . .” A Moment of Truth – “—” Accessible Terrain – “—” Agasha Gennai – … Continue reading

Flavor Text: Dark Journey Home

A Dark Moment – “Poor father. He thought that our shared family ties would keep him safe. He did not know that I am the Lady of Blood now and all flesh is alike to me.” – Iuchi Shahai A … Continue reading

Flavor Text: Jade Edition

A Glimpse of the Soul’s Shadow – “She turned to look at me, and where her face should have been, there was nothing at all. . .” A Moment of Truth – “—” Accessible Terrain – “—” Agasha Gennai – … Continue reading

State of the Empire: Jade Edition

Crab Clan: “We have driven the Shadowlands from the Emperor’s halls. Now, we must destroy it where it lives and breathes.” – Hida Yakamo For a thousand years, the Kaiu Wall has separated the green fields of Rokugan from the … Continue reading

Kachiko’s Tale

The sound of the gong echoed through the halls of Otosan Uchi, its knell bitter in the chill twilight air. Sitting in the stone window, a silken figure reclined, her body outlined in the nimbus of the setting sun as … Continue reading

The Tomb of Yu Weh

by Ree Soesbee The road stretched out before the creaking wagon like a ribbon, weaving its way through the hills to the ocean. Taka let his oxen’s reins hang loose, knowing they would find the right path as easily as … Continue reading

Unicorn Clan Letter #2

May the winds bring good fortune to you. At last, we have found allies in this war! The Lion Clan has stepped forward and offered us much land in exchange for an alliance and we have accepted. The agreement is … Continue reading

Flavor Text: Shadowlands

A Gift of Honor – “—” A Stout Heart – “The only true test of courage is the last one.” – The Tao of Shinsei Accessible Terrain – “—” Ancient Spear of teh Naga – “—” Another Time – “He … Continue reading

Legion of the Dead and Blood

Legion of Blood is in Red, Legion of the Dead in White. *Hida Kisada The Great Bear *nominated by William Czyzewski Hida Kisada first appeared in Imperial Edition. Few samurai who have ever lived are both revered as a hero … Continue reading

Sacrifice

*Sacrifice *By Rich Wulf Shahai looked up at the empty space where the statue of Fu Leng had once stood. Behind her peasant laborers carted away the rest of the broken obsidian that had represented the Fallen Kami in this … Continue reading

The Promise

The Promise By Rich Wulf “In this year it came to pass that the Emperor’s reign was secured for all time. Let the Empire rejoice!” – Miya Satoshi, Imperial Herald, 1135 by the Isawa Calendar, the Thirteenth Year of the … Continue reading

Flavor Text: 1,000 Years of Darkness

A Fallen Friend – “Toturi and Hoturi faced one another one final time.” A Wish Granted – “The Last Wish, at last, was complete.” Another Hero Falls – “You will die poorly, Goemon. Alone, and unmourned. Such is the fate … Continue reading