Legion of the Sapphire Chrysanthemum

Please note: This article is about the Imperial unit. For other uses of the term, please see Sapphire Legion (disambiguation).
The Legion of the Sapphire Chrysanthemum were used as a supplemental force to reinforce Seppun guardsmen wherever they might require it. Art of Duel, p. 140
== Dojo ==
The Legion was trained in the Sapphire Blade Dojo. 
== Composition ==
Their members were selected from the rank of the Emerald Magistrates, Imperial Legions, and Clan magistrates throughout the Empire. These individuals were chosen for their virtuous nature and their degree of skill. 
== Station ==
The Legion was most frequently called upon to serve as the sword arm of the Seppun magistrates, as the vast majority of Seppun guardsman. They were committed to duties protecting Imperial assets throughout the land and could not be easily marshaled on short notice. 
== History ==
In 1168 the Legion was summoned by the Emerald Champion Yasuki Hachi in the rescue party of the Emperor Toturi III, who had entered alone in the Shadowlands in his quest for Enlightenment. Legion of the Sapphire Chrysanthemum (Drums of War flavor)
== Commander ==
In 1169 a student of Kakita Noritoshi, Kakita Idzuki, was appointed as the Commander of the Sapphire Legion. Tales of the Emerald Championship (Imperial Herald v2#23), by Shawn Carman Kakita Idzuki (The Heaven's Will Boxtext) The Crane had bargained the favor of the Mantis Clan for this appointment. Amethyst, by Nancy Sauer
== External Links ==
* Legion of the Sapphire Chrysanthemum (Drums of War)
Category:Imperial Military Units