Gusai Rioshida

Gusai Rioshida was the third Mantis Clan Champion of the Gusai family.
== Death ==
Roshida attempted a coup by kidnapping the son of the Emperor. To save their clan, Rioshida was betrayed by his own family. The Emperor spared the clan, but stripped them of their family name. Legend of the Five Rings; Third Edition p. 13
== Saving his Clan ==
Rioshida had commanded Yohihotsu to take the boy to safety when he saw that his coup attempt was failing. Realizing that his entire clan would be destroyed if he did not sacrifice his life, Rioshida gave the Prince to Yohihotsu, and ordered that the 'betrayal' commence. Way of the Minor Clans, p. 12
== Legacy ==
His trademark weapon, called Rioshida's Kusarigama, was preserved in a small shrine protected by members of the Order of Osano-Wo. Book of Water, p. 132
Category:Mantis Clan Leaders