Asahina Barako

Asahina Barako was a Shugenja of the Crane Clan.
== Demeanor ==
Barako was one of these rare militant on the peaceful Asahina, and she advocated the family's resources had to fight the Shadowlands. It was said that Asahina Daimyo Asahina Sekawa had condemmed her outlook as too extreme. Way of the Open Hand, p. 54
== Sensei ==
Barako changed dramaticcally, she recanted her violent ways and took up the Tao with new fervor. She was selected to manage Shiro Hanamidoki in 1164. Barako taught her students the power of peace and goodwill. 
=== Asahina Peaceful Ways ===
Daidoji Itoru carried a message from Daidoji Daimyo Daidoji Kikaze to sensei Barako. He was rebuked by her, who delayed the delivery of the message until Itoru could find a place to store his daisho. Barako considered an insult to bring blades to the sacred grounds of the Asahina. Way of the Open Hand, pp. 52-53
=== Topaz Championship ===
In 1165 Barako was at Tsuma to officiate over some of the rituals of the Topaz Championship who was finally won by Doji Domotai. Daughter of Doji, by Shawn Carman and Rich Wulf
== External Links ==
* Asahina Barako (Winds of Change)
Category:Crane Clan Members