Falcons

Toritaka, or Falcons, GM's Survival Guide, p. 109 were small raptors that were often trained as hunting birds, capitalizing on their instincts as predatory birds. Legend of the Five Rings; Third Edition, p. 279
== Falconry ==
They were a symbol of devotion and courage in service. Falconry was common practice in Rokugan, and it was believed that Crab Clan Champion Hida Osano-Wo was the first falconer in history. He would often be depicted with his falcon, Gekido. Way of the Dragon, p. 46 A trained Toritaka Bushi used his falcon to scout the lands around him, the birdcommunicated with the bushi in ways none could fathom. Way of the Minor Clans, p. 84
Some falcons were trained to deliver messages, Falcon Messengers (Broken Blades) or to strike at a foe's eyes. 
The Senpet also developed the falconry. Jaqhabet (LBS - The Awakening Boxtext)
== See Also ==
* Falcon Clan
* Falcon tattoo
* Falcon/Meta
== External Links ==
* Aviary Falcon (Proxy)
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