Gozoku Meddling
"Let them scheme," Kaneka said. "They will learn that no son of Toturi will be their puppet."

Kokujin's Daisho
"Wield them, and know madness."

Hida Daizu
“The strength of shadow is a lie. Darkness only hides weakness.”

Hida Haruo
“There shall never be peace with the Shadowlands.”

Hida Kaihei
“Kuon and Kisada stand as one against the Lost.”

Hida Kengo
The Damned buy redemption with the blood of demons.

Hida Nichie
“The Crab do not defend the Wall. The Crab ARE the Wall.”

Kyofu
“Okura stole back her honor. Can I not do the same?”

Asahina Hira
“Even I see the threat an empty throne poses.”

Kakita Korihime
“She lives for the Crane, and for one Scorpion.” –Doji Seishito

Yasuki Gakuto
Domotai marched on the Lion, expecting their wrath for Masote’s death. Instead, she found an undefended border. –The Ikoma Histories

Hitomi Mineyo
“The Crane call her ‘the laughing ghost.’” –Mirumoto Mareshi

Hitomi Tatsumi
“No one chooses my path. No one.”

Hitomi Tsubo
“Her thirst for knowledge may be more powerful than her loyalty to the Dragon?” –Hitomi Kobai

Kitsuki Orika
“If it is guidance the Emperor seeks, who better to offer it than the Dragon?”

Togashi Mitsu
“He is a god, and yet remains the same.”

Heigai
“The throne is empty, Kaneka. Do what you must.”

Ikoma Fujimaro
The Moto commander died looking surprised. Champion of Bushido • Miguel Angel Aja

Kitsu Fukashi
“His mother was an Ikoma. Do not trust him.”

Kitsu Katsuko
The eldest of Juri’s daughters, she is the only one that remains.

Matsu Benika
Few can carry such a proud tradition.

Matsu Yokuya
“His feral roar masks a keen mind. Fools underestimate him, but only once.” –Ikoma Otemi

Tsuruchi Chikuma
“I shall not forsake my duty foe war.”

Tsuruchi Jougo
“A Minor Clan? Then die on a Wasp’s arrow!”

Yoritomo Bunmei
“They say he carved those dice from the bones of a dead Fortune. I’ve seen him play. I believe it.” –Yoritomo Katoa

Yoritomo Hanayo
“Only give me leave, Naizen-sama, and I shall set the Agasha lands to burn.”

Yoritomo Kitao
“War makes Kumiko foolish. Be ready.”

Yoritomo Yashinko
The Mantis hold several Phoenix islands, but have made little headway on the coast.

Agasha Chisuzu
“We must not return cruelty in kind.”

Asako Meisuru
“This war is but a distraction. We should turn our minds to Rosoku’s teachings, and seek true Enlightenment.”

Isawa Aiya
“This is madness. How long must we slaughter one another?”

Shiba Arihiro
“Push them back to the sea,” he shouted.

Shiba Danjuro
“I will not mediate while my brothers die.” Champion of Bushido • Jean Baptiste Laroche

Shiba Gyousei
Not even death can defeat the Phoenix.

Nintai
“He is alone now, save for his Nezumi allies.”

Set’tch’chet
“Dragon no fear the mountains. Broken Shinbone keep safe for all Dragon to kill Lion and Crane.”

Shinbone Pack
“Fierce warriors. Loyal allies. The Dragon shall not forget.”

Tch’tek
“How can humans think of peace with dark ones? Dark ones always lie!”

Yoee’trr
“I knew we’d see that beast again.” –Akodo Nakama

Bayushi Muhito
“I live for her. You die for my lord.” Champion of Bushido • Thomas Scheer

Shosuro Maru
“You must stop the Khan’s march, Fujimaro.” Champion of Bushido • David Slater

Shosuro Nakako
“We cannot defeat the Crab armies. Fortunately, we have no need to.”

Shosuro Rishou
He slipped from the Crab tent without even a whisper.

Shosuro Yudoka
“My time will come soon. I pray only for a good death.”

Soshi Shuuko
“We must welcome the Lost ambassador properly.”

Horiuchi Wakiza
“The Emperor is not greater than his Empire.” Test of the Topaz Champion 2006 • Killian Downey

Moto Wasaka
“It is Nimuro’s son!” Yasuka shouted. “He shall join his father,” Wasaka said with a smile.

Shinjo Dun
“His loss at the Topaz Championship drives him to victory. He is determined to find it in the name of the Emperor.” Test of the Topaz Champion 2006 • Andy Tate

Utuku Uzuki
“The Lion stand in our way? Excellent.”

Utuku Yasuha
“Find a path free of Lion interference,” the Khan commanded. “I must reach Toshi Ranbo.”

Daigotsu Kaikou
The Maw’s armies pressed deep into Daigotsu’s territory, but were finally held at the Wall of Bone.

Daigotsu Masami
“A Great Clan?” he laughed. “I should like that!”

Daigotsu Rekai
“Sekawa shall suffer, as shall his Emperor.” Rebuilding the Imperial Courts • Jared Devlin-Scherer

Goblin Sapper
“With new magic mud, walls go BOOM.”

Omoni
“Hold…”

Ichiro Kihongo
“We are forever in the Keeper’s debt.”

Ikuei
“I protect this wandering ronin, but I know not his secrets.”

Tawagoto
“Bushido leads only to sin and cruelty.”

Toturi Miyako
“The First Legion’s commander tries to lead as Tsudao did.”

Void Dragon
“Focus, my child.”

Broken Shinbone Warren
“Give them old weapons and they make perfect scouts.”

Corrupt Jade Vein
“I have a use for this,” Omoni laughed.

Hida Students
“Kuon’s son is a marvel.” –Toritaka Tatsune

Smuggler Agent
“Do you like it? I know where to get more.”

Yotsu Dojo
Kurohito’s sacrifice earned their respect.

Second Doom of the Lion
After 1,000 years, the Lion have abandoned their hatred of the Crane.

Second Doom of the Phoenix
“The Mantis are smaller and weaker, and yet utterly ruthless. How much must we sacrifice in the name of war?” –Isawa Sachi

Visions of Doom
“The Emperor has gone in search of Enlightenment,” Paneki whispered to Kaukatsu. “It falls to us to ensure the throne remains empty until his return.”

City of the Rich Frog
It is a Lion city now, but with the throne empty many fear the Khan’s return.

Municipal Roads
“Phoenix against Mantis. Lion against Unicorn. Crane against Dragon. It is the people who suffer.” –Tawagoto

All Things Have A Price
“Is this the price we pay for Enlightenment?” Masae demanded. “Is this the gift we bring to the Empire?"

Back to Back
Not one, but two clans stand in the Khan’s path.

Bayushi Lineage
“The Scorpion shall never waver.” –Bayushi Paneki

Border Conflict
The lands between the Dragon and Crane have quickly become dangerous.

Buying Time
“Go! We shall hold them here!”

Crippling Cut
“I may die today, but so too will your threat.”

Doji Lineage
“Perfect gift, or perfect cut: We are Doji.” –Domotai

Embrace the Darkness
“Oaths in Rokugan are sworn to the death. Ours are sworn beyond, and are sworn in blood and bone.” –Daigotsu Soetsu

Face to Face
There are whispers of a Dark Prophet wondering the land.

Fields of Mercy
“Just as we move against the Dragon, the Khan shows his fangs. Even with the Crane at our sides, I fear this will end badly for us.” –Akodo Setai

Forest Thickets
Phoenix supply lines are constantly harassed by the stealth and marksmanship of Tsuruchi infiltrators.

Gates of Jigoku
The demons tore at the Wall of Bones, but the Chuda’s magic held it together.

Grasp Destiny
“The Oracles may have the ability to see what is to come, but we have the ability to change their perspective.” –Toturi Sezaru

Heroic Feat
“I cannot find Enlightenment here, Kurako,” the Emperor said. “I must seek it where others have found it… in the Empire.”

Joy of Plunder
Narumi and Yaruko stood in the village’s center. “There will be no further banditry from this village,” Narumi said. “War or not, the Emperor’s law shall be obeyed.”

Kitsu Lineage
“You carry the favour of our ancestors,” Katsuko said. “They will speed your journey.”

Lateral Maneuver
“They will be slaughtered!” Tsuken insisted. “I can help them!” Jun’ai shook her head. “We cannot help them by enabling their wars.”

Matsu Lineage
“Today,” Yoshino whispered, “I will earn my father’s blade.”

Naseru’s Conflict
Despite his wanderings, Naseru found nothing. All hope hinged on a final journey.

Path of Jigoku
“I will not suffer defeat by fools!” the Maw roared. “Destroy them!”

Precise Strike
“Kill the Lion!” Uzuki hissed. “We will light the Khan’s path with burning Lion villages!”

Reckless Pursuit
Yasuha fled to warn the Khan as her comrades died.

Reinforcements Arrive
“Who shall show you the truth?” the prophet asked. “The same samurai who summon you to die in their wars?”

Relief Troops
The Khan’s forces expected no resistance on their march to the capital. The sudden appearance of the Lion and the swiftness of their attack gave the Unicorn no choice but to retreat. –The Ikoma Histories

Re-outfitting
“Where do we strike, my lord?” “On the east and west horizons, and everywhere in between.”

Run or Die
“The Phoenix made this a matter of honor. Interfere in our war, and feel my wrath.” –Yoritomo Kumiko

Sezaru’s Conflict
“Emperor versus Shogun, Phoenix versus Mantis. I fear for the Wolf’s sanity.” –Isawa Ochiai

Serene Patrol
“When the throne stood empty, Toturi held it for the good of the empire. Does it not sit empty again, great Khan?” –Bayushi Saya

Shadowed Path to Victory
“The Unicorn ride, and who will stop them? An army they have defeated once already?” –Shosuro Madoka

Shadow on the Court
“Odd how quickly one can become accustomed to even the strangest things.”

Shamed by Valor
“Welcome, my friends. I’ve been waiting for you.”

Shattered Defenses
“We cannot find the path when we are turned against one another.” –Kaiu Sugimoto.

Shoulder to Shoulder
Lion and Crane. None can oppose them.

Silent Kill
“Only cowards strike from shadows.” –Hida Reiha

Tsukuri
“We will finish this like men, Scorpion. Like samurai.”

Turn the Tide
The mobility of the Moto gave them an early advantage, but they had not counted on the ferocity of the Matsu charge.

Unexpected Resources
The Dragon drew yet another blade and smiled. “You will not find me so willing a victim, friend Crane.”

Unstoppable Force
“I have dealt with them as you requested, Maru-sama,” Muhito said. "They are no longer a concern.”

Water Is My Steed
The horizon darkened with Mantis ships. “Send for reinforcements,” the Shiba commander said grimly.

Flying Leap
“These are grim times. How long before disagreements about the True Path lead to split blood? There is no Enlightenment in death.” –Seppun Kiharu

Lady Moon’s Prophecy
Beware the empty promises of a false path.

Guarded by Chi
Tongues of black flame leapt from the Chuda’s hands, consuming the oni.

Shiba’s Promise
“Our oath is to protect the Isawa, even from threats they do not acknowledge.” –Shiba Mirabu

Blade of Hubris
Jotaro struggled against the blade’s influence, desperate to remain in control of himself. Kotei Fantasy League • James Lippens

Blessed Yumi
“It is time this war was ended,” Kumiko said. “Ready my personal fleet.”

Dark Moto Steed
The Dark Moto are no more, but many fallen Unicorn carry on their tradition.

Porcelain Mask of Fu Leng
“Free from the Taint, but no less dangerous.” –Shosuro Dazai GenCon SoCal 2005 • Tristan Muntsinger

Spiked Tetsubo
“You missed the opportunity to kill me outright, Crane. Let’s see how you do it in real fight.” –Hida Kosedo

Toturi’s Battle Standard
Toturi’s Legacy • Steve Fazio

Weighted Yari
The Unicorn charged, but it was too late.

Crane Detachment
“The Lion seek no war, Domotai-sama,” Sekawa said. “To them, it is over. It is you who must release your anger.”

Legion of the Sapphire Chrysanthemum
The most honourable samurai in the land are summoned…

Lion Detachment
“A vanguard,” Yoshino said to Fujimaro. “They pave the way for the Khan to march to Toshi Ranbo.” “We shall see about that,” Fujimaro growled.

Mantis Detachment
“The Storm Riders hold the Phoenix at bay, but it is Kumiko who shall decide this war.” –Yoritomo Naizen

Phoenix Detachment
“The Isawa seek Enlightenment, the Asako seek peace, and the Agasha suffer. It is the Shiba who shall end this.”

Shinsei’s Crow
It soars through the skies of Rokugan, seeking the successor of its old friend…

The Shogun’s Guard
“While Kaneka controls Toshi Ranbo, he has sent his men in search of the Keepers. No one knows the reason.” –Doji Soh