Tag Archives: Imperial
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 The court seemed strangely aloof, withdrawn from its usual lighthearted politic, and I … Continue reading
In the Emperor’s Name (Clan War Fiction)
In the Emperor’s Name Without so much as a whisper of cloth, the aging samurai slid from his tatami, reaching for his sword. He settled in a crouch and raised his katana before him, still within its saya. A clammy … 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
The Exile of the Scorpion, Part I (Clan War Fiction)
The Exile of the Scorpion, Part I By Ree Soesbee “The Scorpion have betrayed the Emperor!” The shout rang through the Imperial court as the Seppun guards leveled their spears at Bayushi Kachiko. She stood in the center of Otosan … Continue reading
The Way of the Magistrate (Imperial Herald #10)
The Way of the Magistrate, by Scott Gearin Few other positions in the Emerald Empire so clearly reveal the complexity of politics as that of Magistrate. There are in fact too distinct types of Magistrates: the Imperial Magistrates and the … 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
War of the Twins (Imperial Herald V3 #9)
War of the Twins by Shawn Carman Five years before the events of Emperor Edition Thw wind swept snow up in clouds of swirling white across the rocks before scattering, only to be lifted again by the next gust. It … Continue reading
Scenes from the Empire, Part 20
A series of three vignettes from across the Emerald Empire! Scenes from the Empire By Robert Denton & Yoon Ha Lee Special Guest Author Sean Holland Edited by Fred Wan Unlikely The Month of the Goat, 1193 In over 800 … Continue reading
Burdens
In the lands of the Unicorn Clan, a torch passes from one generation to the next. Burdens By Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan Utaku Tsukiko laughed as she rode across the golden plain. She knew that she should not, … Continue reading
New fictions added
Oni no Pikachu has provided Imperial Gifts and Death of Koten Flavor Text. Thanks! I also added two new herald fictions. They are: Death at Koten Flavor Text Imperial Gift I, II and III Flavor Text The Imperial Herald Vol. … 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
Ancestors
By Shawn Carman & Fred Wan Additional Material Inspired by the Third Edition Playtest Teams The people of Rokugan believe in the Celestial Order. This grand design dictates not only one’s station in life, but how one rises or falls … Continue reading
Tattoos (4th Edition)
Here is a series of tattoos coming from old editions and the CCG, and some are adaptation from fictions (the Kokujin tattoos except the Lizard). The references to Tsurai-zumi are to the now defunct order of Hoshi, and the Kikage-zumi … 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
Tamogo No Maho (3rd Edition)
This adventure can happen in any setting and pretty much anywhere in the Empire. Also while it takes place in a city with a near by cave network it could likely be moved anywhere. There is no set time frame … 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
