Tag Archives: Ki-Rin
Trials of Destiny, Part I (Clan War Fiction)
Trials of Destiny, Part I Authored by Jim Pinto Transcribed by Mishka “Neither brooding nor worry shall change our fate. We do what we do because we must. We are drawn to it. We are drawn to destiny like the … 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
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
The Samurai’s Primer
Part 1: Behavior The society of Rokugan is a very polite one, and very firmly divided into three strata; your equals, your superiors, and your inferiors. Equals should be treated politely, but not overly so, unless of course you’re trying … Continue reading
The War of Dark Fire, Part 12
By Shawn Carman & Lucas Twyman Edited by Fred Wan Munkjin frowned as he withdrew his blade from the dead body of the samurai he had slain. He took no pleasure in the deaths of these men and women. They … Continue reading
The War of Dark Fire, Part 9
By Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan The city burned, but as yet the castle was untouched. Shinjo Dun wiped the ash and sweat from his face with a sleeve that was already saturated with blood, both from his allies … Continue reading
The War of Dark Fire, Part 8
By Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan Akodo Shigetoshi had never been an admirer of the Dragon lands. Too many mountains, too much instability. How could a proper defense be mounted when the terrain could be altered by a single … Continue reading
The War of Dark Fire, Part 6
By Shawn Carman & Nancy Sauer Edited by Fred Wan The day had dawned bright and fine, a promise of the full glories of the coming spring. The villagers had eaten their breakfasts and hurried out to field and garden … Continue reading
Flavor Text: Loss of Innocence
Heavy Barde “‘The Burning Words shall lead us, my lady, and Moto will fight Moto again. To victory, beneath an empty mon!’” – war cry of Moto Tsume, Loss of Innocence, Part I Eyes Shall Not See “Kamoko rode forward … Continue reading
Flavor Text: Shinjo’s Call
Moto Chargers “Three times Shinjo blew her strange horn, and three times the echo shook the world. I saw the special spectral steeds over the mountains, their strides covering valleys in a single leap. The Moto of the Sands had … 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
The Herald’s Tale
For thirteen nights, the storms rocked our little boat, tossing us like petals in a carp pond. The lightning flashed above us, and the waves frothed below. Our lives were in the hands of the Seven Fortunes. My name is … Continue reading
Strike at Midnight: The Twenty-Seven Days of Darkness
Day 1 – Kyuden Togashi Deep in the heart of the Dragon mountains, the lady stirs. Her black hand glistens as she lifts her head to hear the song of the heavens. The time has come, the moon is dead, … Continue reading
Ambition’s Debt
Around the Imperial Capital’s Golden Gates, an army gathered. Its spires glinted, reflecting patterns onto purple and red banners. Its mon were fastened to intricate armor, laced in gleaming metal. Katanas were lifted, echoed by battle-kiai, as samurai prepared to … Continue reading
Mantis Clan Letter #8
Samurai of the Mantis, The battle goes well. Despite their constant attempts to destroy us, the Phoenix cannot throw us from their shores. Soon we will control their lands, and they will be given the position they deserve: that of … Continue reading
Scenes from the Empire V
Scenes from the Empire V ************************ By Rusty Priske Edited by Fred Wan The House of Opportunities had a grandiose name, but did nothing to live up to it. It sat nestled in a corner of Kyakuchu Mura, a distance … Continue reading
Flavor Text: Honor’s Veil
Promo (1) Toshi no Ichi Strongholds (3) House of False Hope Scorpion: Out of the Shadows! “With The House of False Hope, the Scorpion turn their ninja loose on the battlefield, sabotaging your opponent’s province strength while gaining valuable information … Continue reading
Flavor Text: Honor Bound
A New Teacher – “The Shashakar passed his Bright Eye spells to his successor. “When I am gone, you will need these,” he said, and lifted high the Pale Eye’s pearl.” Abresax – “Some will say he betrayed his people. … Continue reading
Box Text: Pearl Edition
In a hidden land, the Age of Man has begun, bought with war and christened with death… In a city of gold at the heart of an ancient Empire, the Jade Throne rests, its rightful Emperor returned. For more than … Continue reading
The Secret of Morikage Castle, Part Two
In the shadow of the pines, a tremendous keep lies hidden, its parapets rotting with the moss and mold of generations. The worn stone listens wearily to the howl of the wind, as shadows pass from one patch of inky … Continue reading
