Mantis Clan (TCG)

The Mantis Clan was one of the most powerful Minor clan of the Emerald Empire, Legend of the Five Rings: Roleplaying Game (Beta), p. 10 founded by Kaimetsu-Uo, Beneath, Below, Beyond, by Annie VanderMeer Mitsoda a descendant of Osano-wo himself. Emerald Empire: The Essential Guide to Rokugan, p. 181
== History ==
=== Conflict with Gaijin ===
In the fifth century a fleet from Pavarre arrived to Rokugan, hoped to conduct trade with the Emerald Empire. This created much political consternation as the leaders and courtiers of the clans debated how to react to the strangers. The Mantis were especially active in this debate, as they saw an opportunity to increase their own wealth and influence After two years of controversy, the Empress Hantei Yugozohime abruptly ended the open trade agreement with them and ordered to leave her lands immediately. Emerald Empire: The Essential Guide to Rokugan, pp. 15-16 The gaijin refused to accept her edict, making a terrific attack against the capital Otosan Uchi. This act bolstered the Rokugani, who managed to defeat and drive off the gaijin ships in the Battle of White Stag. Dark Tides, p. 3 Those who managed to flee to their ships were confronted by the massed fleets of the Crane and Mantis Clans. Emerald Empire: The Essential Guide to Rokugan, p. 16
=== Status ===
The Mantis consisted in large part of hardy sailors who have ventured onto the seas, reaching the Islands of Spice and Silk, the Ivory Kingdoms, and locales more distant still. Legend of the Five Rings: Roleplaying Game (Beta), p. 104 They were regarded as simple pirates by other Clans, A Difference of Lanterns, by Annie VanderMeer Mitsoda but in the 12th century the Mantis looked to elevate their status to Great Clan. First Flames
== Details ==
Often dismissed as pirates and thieves, the Mantis controled lucrative trade routes thanks to their position on the Islands of Silk and Spice. Unusually, the Mantis had no family name, and instead carried the names of the ship or port on which they served. Legend of the Five Rings - Roleplaying, p. 18 Keen to talk and keen to trade, Mantis villagers could be very welcoming, sharing seafood, foreign wine, and far-fetched tales of adventure with their guests. On the other hand, they were also quick to reach for their butterfly swords and defend themselves. Path of Waves, p. 122
=== Mon ===
The mon of the Mantis Clan was of teal-green color. 
=== Notable Holdings ===
* Broken Wave City
* City of Lightning
* Kinushima
* Kyūden Gotei
* Tempest Island
* Thunder Dragon Bay
* Tokigogachu
=== Schools ===
The following were the schools within the Mantis Clan:
* Storm Fleet Sailor (Bushi)
* Storm Fleet Tide Seer (Shugenja)
== Mantis Clan Champion ==
The Mantis Clan Champion was the leader of the Mantis Clan. The following are the known Champions of the Mantis Clan: 
Kaimetsu-Uo	? - ?
Yoritomo 	? - Present
== See also ==
* Mantis Clan/Meta
* The Families of the Fleet/Meta
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Category:Mantis Clan Leaders (TCG)
Champion Mantis