Tag Archives: Celestial
Voices of Oblivion’s Gate
by Ree Soesbee “‘Goju!’ I scream, and my voice is never-ending ‘I come for you!’” – Isawa Hochiu, Master of Fire ***** The Five Masters stood outside the gate to Volturnum, their powerful magic holding back the Shadow’s hordes. A … Continue reading
The Battle at Oblivion’s Gate
Deep in the belly of the world, the Shadowlands began to fester. Within their tainted forests and foul swamps, the darkness has prepared for this day since the world began. A thousand souls marched into those dark lands, hoping that … Continue reading
The War of Dark Fire, Part 2
*The War of Dark Fire, Part 2 By Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan* The northern plains of the Senseki province, Unicorn lands The first winds of spring were refreshing, but Toko barely noticed. He was a young man, and … Continue reading
Ebon Daughter Dossier
For the first time in far too long, the Empire of Rokugan flourishes under the reign of a new, divinely-mandated Imperial line. The Great Clans are at peace, if not particularly friendly toward one another, and the Empire as a … Continue reading
Gifts of Ryoshun, Part II
Gifts of Ryoshun, Part II ************************* By Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan Moto Hotei waved his hand to try and clear some of the smoke-like vapors that had begun to wisp in from every area. It was not his … Continue reading
Letters II
Letters II by Shawn Carman Master, I would never presume to be of such importance to you that I would be aware of the true scope and breadth of your plans. However, I have been of some meager use to … Continue reading
Stronghold Stories: Soul of the Empire
Tsukune turned the wakizashi in her hands, marvelling at its magnificent detail. Ryoshun had left it in her care, to protect the Empire. It had stolen many lives and bloodied many hands. The five Elemental Masters stood near, their eyes … Continue reading
Letters and Bios
Jisoo, How have I managed to live without seeing your face for five long months? The days seem to drag on for eternity, cruelly reminding me that I need to wait even more before I can be rewarded with your … 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
Defenders
Defenders By Nancy Sauer Editing by Fred Wan One day before the Celestial Tournament The ruins of Otosan Uchi spread out for miles, its abandoned neighborhoods marking a rhythm of destruction. Shattered, burned, shattered, burned, burned, shattered–and very, very rarely, … Continue reading
A New Empire, Part III
A New Empire, Part III ********************** By Rusty Priske, Nancy Sauer, and Lucas Twyman Edited by Fred Wan The Crane The section of Kyuden Doji that served as the personal quarters for the Crane Champion was decorated in an elegant … Continue reading
A New Empire, Part I
A New Empire, Part I ******************** By Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan The Mantis The Mantis Estates in the Imperial City could be politely described as opulent, perhaps even lavish. Many in Toshi Ranbo eschewed politeness on this particular … Continue reading
The Conclusion, Part 6
The Conclusion, Part 6 By Shawn Carman The twenty-first day of the Month of the Dog, year 1170 On the twentieth day of the Dog, the final round of the Celestial Tournament at Seppun Hill had been conducted under the … Continue reading
The Conclusion, Part 5
The Conclusion, Part 5 By Shawn Carman It required all of Moto Jin-sahn’s will not to fidget idly as he stood waiting in the room outside Kyuden Seppun’s main audience chamber. His kinsmen had been assisting in the defense of … Continue reading
Phoenix Clan Letter #14
Once, we stood on the battlements of Otosan Uchi and watched the Empire fall. Once, long ago, we bowed our knee to one another, swearing fealty and not brotherhood. That time is no more. Those who claim that I have … Continue reading
The Conclusion, Part 2
The Conclusion, Part 2 By Shawn Carman The twenty-first day of the Month of the Dog, year 1170 The young woman finished the last of her soup and dabbed lightly at her mouth with a cloth napkin. She smiled politely … Continue reading
The Celestial Tournament
The Celestial Tournament ************************ By Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan Seppun Hill. For more than a thousand years, it had been one of the most revered sites in all the Empire. Every Great Clan recognized that this was where … Continue reading
Crane Clan Letter #14
As the Dragon wield their fire and the Phoenix lift their spells to the wind, so, too, must we. The time for peace has passed. Destruction threatens the Empire at the hands of the Celestial Heavens and of a creature … Continue reading
Preparations, Part III
Preparations, Part III ********************** By Rusty Priske, Nancy Sauer, Lucas Twyman, & Fred Wan The Phoenix A balmy breeze carried through the afternoon air, and the peasants continued their work, chopping wood and stacking it in neat piles to be … Continue reading
Preparations, Part II
Preparations, Part II ********************* By Lucas Twyman, Nancy Sauer, Brian Yoon, & Fred Wan Edited by Fred Wan The Crab The Jade Champion had returned to the Wall. The Fifth Watchtower of the Kaiu Wall loomed large in the evening … Continue reading
