Tag Archives: Kaneka
Judgment, Part 1
As the release of Emperor Edition grows closer, we take a look at the conclusion of one of Celestial Edition’s most popular story arcs: the tragic tale of Isawa Mizuhiko. By Lucas Twyman Edited by Fred Wan Thanks to John … 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
The Destroyer War, Part 18
The final chapter in the saga of Rokugan’s ongoing war with the Destroyer horde, as determined by the results of our Kotei Season tournaments! But the story doesn’t end here! Tune in next week for part 1 of Goddesses, the … Continue reading
The Four Winds
*The Four Winds *By Rich Wulf and Shawn Carman Recently, Rokugan, the d20 Companion for Legend of the Five Rings, was released containing background for each of the Four Winds and statistics in the d20 system. The following article presents … Continue reading
The War of Dark Fire, Part 13
By Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan The first charge of the Yobanjin against the walls of Shiro Shiba had been broken, due in a large part to the efforts of a young shugenja whose name Shiba Danjuro could not … Continue reading
The First Touch of Flame
by Shawn Carman The first day of the Month of the Rat, year 1170, the winter months had a noticeable effect on most parts of the Empire. There were a handful of temperate regions in which the effect was limited, … 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
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 II
A New Empire, Part II ********************* By Rusty Priske, Brian Yoon, and Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan The Crab The Crab Embassy in Toshi Ranbo matched Kamui’s mental picture of it. It was not large, but it was very … 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
The Fire’s Peace
By Rusty Priske Hida Haruko stood at her post, looking across the low, wide valley. She could see the Crane encampment in the distance. It was far enough that neither side could span the distance with an arrow and any … 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
Sun and Moon, Part III
Sun and Moon, Part III ********************** By Nancy Sauer Editing by Fred Wan The lands of the Phoenix Clan consisted mostly of forests, separated at random intervals by groves, copses, and tree-studded meadows. They had last seen a village a … Continue reading
Small Gains
Small Gains *********** by Nancy Sauer editing by Fred Wan There was nothing particular about the warehouse to draw the eye; it was neither the best-kept nor the shabbiest in the district. Throughout the slow winter season it had kept … Continue reading
Plans Within Plans
By Nancy Sauer DOJI DOMOTAI WALKED THOUGH THE HALLS of Kyuden Otomo, trailed by a fashionable dressed Asahina woman. Her face was set in an open pleasant, expression and her walk was the smooth glide of a court lady. No … Continue reading
Fire & Stone
Fire & Stone By Brian Yoon Edited by Fred Wan “Kaoru, attack when ready,” Hida Otoya commanded. He tapped the base of his fan on the palm of his hand. The sound reverberated around the silent room, and the students … Continue reading
The Return Home
The Return Home By Brian Yoon Edited by Fred Wan Clouds of dirt whirling into the air announced the return of the Unicorn army long before they reached the border. Shono had ordered a state of increased vigilance for the … Continue reading
