Tag Archives: Shahai

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

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

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

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

The Heavens Will, Part I

The Heavens Will, Part I ************************ By Shawn Carman Edited by Fred Wan Yogo Koji stalked the halls of Shiro Yogo like a wrathful specter, scattering all who crossed his path. Even among the surly and sinister ranks of the … Continue reading

Heaven’s Will

Card Flavor Text: Adepts of Mighty Pokku – “Bakemono always treated like jokes, like throw-away troops! No more!” -Pokku Agasha Iwarou – “Yes, the Shiba stand ready to defend the Phoenix. But the Shiba do not stand alone.” Aggressive Landing … Continue reading

Imperial Herald v4 #2 Shadowland’s Horde Letter

Letter to the Horde I am not dead. Not dead. I crawled for three days through the Shadowlands, with Grandfather whispering to me. I found his soul, his body, and his blade. He cradled me and called my name. Now … Continue reading

Flavor Text: Fire and Shadow

Agasha Fujita – “Each morning we are born again. It is what we do today that matters.” Akui Cliffs – “Bring them here, Morishigi, and the cliffs will do the rest.” – Kitsu Motso Ambush Strategist – “When you gamble … 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

Shadowlands Horde Letter #6

Listen to the tale…. In battle, one warrior is very like another. When the tainted wind blows, who is to say which one belong to us, and which to the Lady Sun? The Shadow has proved a valuable ally. It … Continue reading

Poisoned Silk

By Shawn Carman THERE WAS RARELY A MOMENT OF QUIET within the vast Shinomen Mori. The crisp, pungent air was tilled with the sounds of the forest, even during the depths of winter. Most were simple noises, the sort one … Continue reading

Shadowlands Horde Letter #5

I have seen her, and the Burning Words shine in the sky with the light of purpose! We have defeated the Unicorn armies and soon will destroy the Crab who dare to march into our sacred lands! The time is … Continue reading

Unicorn Letter #11

My kinsfolk, There has been an awful battle. Many have fallen. Many more with they had. More undead rise around us – among us – by the day. I was there, in the Shadowlands, when Kamoko-sama came. The legions of … 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

Snared In the Web

Snared In the Web By Nancy Sauer Daigotsu, Lord of the Shadowlands and Champion of the Spider Clan, leaned back in his throne and stared coolly at the man kneeling before him. “Daigotsu Iemitsu,” he said, you return so promptly. … Continue reading

Flavor Text: Dark Journey Home

A Dark Moment – “Poor father. He thought that our shared family ties would keep him safe. He did not know that I am the Lady of Blood now and all flesh is alike to me.” – Iuchi Shahai A … 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

Flavor Text: Stronger than Steel

Promos (2) The Trackless Road War makes one forget the simple beauties of the world. Panda Spirit Their presence is the greatest of good omens. Strongholds (3) Brilliant Rebirth Temple Houritsu Mura Vigilance Keep “War is the most noble pursuit … Continue reading

Unicorn Clan Letter #9

Iuchi Daiyu-san, How can you call the magic I love ‘evil’? Out ancestors were made of flesh, and their legacy is in our veins. And you say it is wrong to learn the magics of the blood – our ancestor’s … Continue reading