Nō

Nō was a major form of classical Rokugani musical drama. Legend of the Five Rings: Roleplaying Game (Beta), p. 90 The oldest and most respected form of theater, it essentially was a long, chanted poem presented by a handful of actors accompanied by music and signing, and cloaked in heavy symbolism. The form relied on the actors to stylize their movements and on minimalistic masks to convey emotions and portray specific characters. No plays tended to depict tragic accounts of history or legend, and kyōgen, or short comedic plays similar to pratfalls, were performed between Nō plays to lighten the mood. Nō was considered a high art in Rokugan, with several clans having artisan schools that specialized in their own Nō traditions. Day-long performances were popular during court season and seasonal festivals. Emerald Empire: The Essential Guide to Rokugan, p. 62 In the fifth century the Nō theater suffered a decline in the face of Kabuki, but the sixth century saw its revival. Emerald Empire: The Essential Guide to Rokugan, p. 16
Category:Rokugani Language (TCG)
Category:Theater (TCG)