Shiruku

Shiruku was the Rokugani word for silk, Otosan Uchi:Book 1, p. 85 the predominant material in Rokugan to make fabrics. GM's Survival Guide, p. 14 It was the most valuable commodity of a farm. It was so valuable that even bad silk was kept to be sold in the marketplace. Roleplaying in the Emerald Empire, p. 29 Leaves of mulberry trees were used for feeding silkworms. Secrets of the Crane, p. 42 Book of Earth, p. 128
== Kimono ==
Silk was valued for its texture, appearance, and comfort. It was used originally to make kimono, for its protection against arrows. Silk did not tear when struck
with an arrow, instead wrapping around the piercing point. This made the resulting wound less grievous and easier to treat. Book of Earth, p. 22
== External Links ==
* Silk Farm (Hidden Emperor 6)
* Silk Works (Hidden Emperor 5)
* Luxurious Silk (Promotional)
Category:Rokugani Language
Category:Clothing
Category:Commerce