Tag Archives: Hida
Three Days (Clan War Fiction)
Three Days By Ree Soesbee I stood in the court of the Emperor of all Rokugan, and I was afraid. Not for myself, but for the Empire. The court seemed strangely aloof, withdrawn from its usual lighthearted politic, and I … Continue reading
False Alliance (Clan War Fiction)
Yakamo watched his lather approach the Emperor’s throne. He noted that the Hantei, though young and thin, looked far from sickly. The Emperor’s eyes were smoldering coals, staring coolly at Hida Kisada, as a snake fixes on its prey. Striding … Continue reading
Eyes of Dawn (Clan War Fiction)
The wind’s chilly fingers gripped at her throat, taking her voice away. She didn’t mind. She had already said everything that needed to be said. Tsuko looked up, her eyes on Toturi’s face, contorted by the shadows; but she knew … Continue reading
Glory and Honor (Clan War Fiction)
Anger The Lion defenders of Otosan Uchi were filled with anger. An hour before, a Crab army, filled with all manner of Shadowlands abominations, had appeared north of the Plain of Fast Troubles. At first the leaders of the Lion … Continue reading
Along the Coast at Midnight (Clan War Fiction)
lyatu and Kenchuko crouched within the thick, damp undergrowth, at the edge of a cliff, overlooking the black waters of the ocean. Above them, the new moon arced slowly across the sky. a black shadow in the dim blanket of … Continue reading
Trials of Destiny, Part II (Clan War Fiction)
Trials of Destiny, Part II Authored by Jim Pinto Transcribed by Mishka Suffer the Sun The Shadowlands. I hated them. I hated being away from my brothers. I hate… I could feel something coming. My body convulsed. How did I … Continue reading
Flavor Text: Emperor Edition
Booster Display Quote – The Empire of Rokugan has expanded after more than one thousand years of xenophobia, and now resources from the Colonies, once known as the Ivory Kingdoms, pour into the war-torn Empire. With new riches come new … Continue reading
The Celestial Edition Dead List
THE CE DEAD LIST by Shawn Carman Crab Hida Fosuko Hida Harou Hida Kashin Hida Kuon Hida Otoya Hida Rokurota Hida Shimonai Hida Tatsuma Hiruma Aki Kaiu Kyoka Kaiu Taru Kuni Iyedo Toritaka Okabe Crane Daidoji Bosan (sic, Daidoji Botan) … Continue reading
Behind the Porcelain Mask (1st and 2nd Edition)
The Darker Secrets of the Shadowlands in Legend of the Five Rings “When you know only laughter, my killing disturbs you. When you know only killing, my laughter disturbs you. Such a pity, to be afraid of doing two things … Continue reading
Single Strike Duels (1st and 2nd Edition)
Single Strike Duels ******************* Dueling Etiquette Single strike duels are often used to resolve important matters of honor between two samurai. A samurai who feels he has been wronged in some way, can challenged the source of his mistreatment to … Continue reading
Melee Combat in L5R (1st and 2nd Edition)
Melee Combat in L5R ******************* This article describes several changes to and options added to the basic melee combat rules of L5R. Etiquette of Arms In Rokugan this is great respect both for the deadliness of weapons and the demands … Continue reading
How to Address a Samurai
Traditional Japanese will tell you that you cannot use the san or sama ending without a name to precede it. Its traditionally rude to call someone by their first name without their permission first. However Rokugan is not Japan and … Continue reading
3rd Edition Errata
WAY OF THE SAMURAI – The Kakita Duelling Acadamy dojo list on page 25 identifies the Kenshinzen Prestige Class as being available. There is no such class, this is an error. – The Mantis section includes a dojo at Kyuden … Continue reading
1st Edition L5R Errata
L5R CORE RULEBOOK ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES * Q: Social Position (pg. 74), pg. 57, and Clan Sections: What is the difference between gaining Glory Ranks by paying 5 CP per Rank from your clan and raising the Glory Rank through … Continue reading
Goddesses, Part 4
The final saga of the Celestial Edition storyline is told here! Goddesses, Part 4 By Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan The inside of the temple was absolutely still, and had been for almost an hour. Togashi Satsu clenched his … Continue reading
Goddesses, Part 3
The penultimate chapter of the saga of Celestial Edition! Kali-ma and her most hated enemies rush toward the front lines of the Empire’s defenses even as the Empress herself draws ever closer! Goddesses, Part 3 By Shawn Carman Edited by … Continue reading
Goddesses, Part 2
The saga of the final days of Rokugan’s war with the Destroyers continues! Goddesses, Part 2 By Shawn Carman One of the accursed tiger-men demons was standing over the Hiruma scout, slavering in anticipation of the kill that was only … Continue reading
Goddesses, Part 1
The final saga of the Celestial Edition storyline begins here! Goddesses, Part 1 By Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan The Hiruma scout carefully surveyed the land to the south and then crept back down the stone outcropping like the … Continue reading
The Hinge of Destiny
A group of young samurai, sorely tested by their adventures to date, are given a mysterious and troubling duty by the Empress, and must deal with the ramifications of their actions. The Hinge of Destiny By Nancy Sauer Edited by … Continue reading
Masters of War Dojos
Masters of War Dojos ******************** Several Dojo were missing from the printing of Masters of War. We apologize to those who purchased the book. Here are the missing Dojo. *Kaiu Engineering Academy* Location: Kaiu Shiro Schools: Kaiu Engineer Paths: Falcon’s … Continue reading
