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Skill

**Skill** is the ability of characters to resolve conflicts and duels.

There is political () and military () skill.

A character with a dash in one of the skill values that finds itself somehow in a related conflict will move home.

Attachments can modify the skills of a character. The Glory value also can modify the skills, when a character becomes honored or dishonored. But the value cannot be reduced to be below zero, even though the penalties to the stats will remain around and calculated against any bonuses the character should receive later.
Ring

There are five **Elemental Rings**: Air, Earth, Fire, Water, and Void.

## Deck Mechanics

Each Province has a Ring associated with it. This Ring is used in deckbuilding.

## Conflict Mechanics

When a player declares a conflict in the Conflict Phase, they also select one of the five Rings. Any fate on the ring is moved to the attacker's fate pool at this time.

The winner of the conflict claims the ring for the round and, if the attacker wins the Conflict, they gain the following benefit based on which Ring type was chosen:

* Air — Take one honor from your opponent or gain two honor from the token pool.

* Earth — Draw one card from your conflict deck and discard one random card from your opponent’s hand.

* Fire — Choose a character in play and honor or dishonor that character. (Honoring or dishonoring a character has a potent effect on that character’s skill, and causes you to gain or lose honor when that character leaves play.)

* Water — Choose a character and ready it or choose a character with no fate and bow it.

* Void — Choose a character and remove one fate from it.

Rings can be in one of three distinct states.

* Unclaimed — The ring can be selected for a conflict.
* Contested — The ring is currently center of a conflict.
* Claimed — The ring was won by a player in a conflict.

## Trivia

The Book of Five Rings written by Miyamoto Musashi is the source of inspiration for Legend of the Five Rings and the five Elemental Rings in particular, even though it calls the Air Ring the Wind Ring and orders them in a different way.

## References

1. ↑ Reddit FFG AMA
2. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game
Pavel Kolomeyets

Kaito Nobukai by Pavel Kolomeyets.jpg**Pavel Kolomeyets** is an illustrator from Kazakhstan.

Web: Pavel Kolomeyets, Blog, Art Station, Deviant Art, Behance, Tumblr, Facebook, Instagram

## Art Credit

* Embrace the Void
* Public Forum
* Mantra of Water
* Written in the Stars
* Shosuro Sadako
* Master of the Swift Waves
* Invocation of Ash
* The Mirror's Gaze
* Hurricane Punch
* Master Alchemist
* My Ancestor's Strength
* Tainted Hero
* Togashi Mitsu
* From the Shadows
* Akodo Zentarō
* Ring of Binding
* Kaito Nobukai
* Yogo Preserver
* Effective Deception
* Inferno Guard Invoker
* Forebearer's Echoes
* Hiruma Yoshino
* Daidoji Harrier
* Mantra of Air
* Cloak of Night
* Isawa Tsuke
* Monastery Protector
* Inspired Visionary
* Shadowed Alleyway
* Common Cause
* Ramparts of Stone
* Kuni Silencer
* All Out Assault
* Criminal Contacts
* Cycle of Rebirth
* Mantra of Void
* The Receding Tie
* Command By Name
* Bonds of Blood (card)
* Command the Tributary
* Shadow Step
* Calling the Storm
* Bloodthirsty Kansen
* Dark Moto
* Oni of Obsidian and Blood
Soshi family

The first shugenja family of the Scorpion Clan, the Soshi specialise in illusion and invoking the kami so subtly as to go unnoticed by other samurai. Unbeknownst to even most of their clan, the Soshi of the Hidden Moon Dōjō practice the Kagenari technique passed down from their founder following their bargain with Nothing, enabling shinobi to literally become one with shadows.
Shizuka Toshi

**Shizuka Toshi** is a city of the Crane Clan.

## Trivia

Shizuka Toshi was also a Stronghold in the original Legend of the Five Rings CCG by AEG .

The Illustration had been used by AEG in the previous iteration of the game on the card named The Exquisite Palace of the Crane, which was also associated with the Crane Clan.

## References

1. ↑ http://imperialassembly.com/oracle/#cardid=7071
Pit Trap

## Errata

This card received an erratum. The text should read: "Attach to a character. Play only on an attacking character." instead of: "Attach to an attacking character."  The card received a new erratum. the text should read: "Play only on an attacking character. Attached character does not ready during the fate phase.”

## References

1. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The card Game Rules Reference
2. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The card Game Rules Reference version 14
Rōnin

**Rōnin** is a trait found on character and Role cards.

Rōnin are samurai who, due to misfortune or disgrace, have no master. With no master to vouch for them, they can not be employed by anyone and exist outside the order of Rokugan. This is a shameful state for a samurai and rōnin are generally viewed as disreputable.
Reiko Murakami

**Reiko Murakami** (also known as **Raqmo**) is a surreal fantasy illustrator from the United States.

Web: Reiko Murakami, Art Station, Concept Art World, Deviant Art, Tumblr, INPRNT, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

## Art Credit

* Awakened Tsukumogami
* Maze of Illusion
* Severed From the Stream
* Softskin
* Fury of the Damned
* Called to War
* Cursecatcher
* Spiritcaller Prodigy
* Master of Jade
Province

**Province** cards are not part of any deck and each is associated with a Ring. They only have a strength value () and don't have any traits (except Before the Throne).

Each player has exactly five provinces; one from each ring. The stronghold is placed in one province of the players choice, while the other four provinces contain each one card from the dynasty deck.

In a conflict the attacked province can be broken, if the attacker has equal or higher skill than the defender's skill plus the province strength.

Broken provinces can no longer be attacked and face-up cards in them are automatically discarded in the Regroup Phase. Abilities on broken provinces can no longer be used.

A province with a fivefold tomoe symbol  in place of a single element, counts as a province of all five elements at all times and can be selected during deck construction to fulfill the province slot of any element.
Roleplaying Game

The Legend of the Five Rings Roleplaying game currently has several books available, such as: The Legend of the Five Rings Core Rulebook, as well as the Legend of the Five Rings Emerald Empire or the Legend of the Five Rings Shadowlands sourcebooks, among others.

The Beta are free to download and feedback can be given in the forums.
Shinjo family

The **Shinjo family** are the traditional rulers of the Unicorn Clan.

## Description

Descended from the Kami Shinjo, they embrace the virtue of compassion and a longing for independence. Their dependence on everyone's contribution during the long travels has lead them to be far more kind to the peasants in their lands than samurai from other families, and Shinjo magistrates tend to be popular with the lower castes.

Like most of their clan, they care little for the subtleties of court intrigue and find comfort in the open fields and blue skies of home. They are well regarded for their optimism and honesty, even if they are considered barbaric by the families from the other clans.

## Notable Members

* Shinjo Altansarnai, Current Unicorn Clan Clan Champion.
* Shinjo Shono, son of Altansarnai and heir apparent to the title of Unicorn Clan Champion
Sergio Camarena

**Sergio Camarena**, nicknamed **Niten**, is an illustrator from Spain.

Web: Niten, Facebook, former web *(via WayBack Machine)*

## Gallery

Credited as "Niten"

## Art Credit

* Breakthrough
* Cautious Scout
* Intimidating Hida
* Keeper Initiate
* Shinjo Tatsuo
* Glorious Victory
* Mirumoto Dōjō
* Shinjo Ambusher
* Duel to the Death
* Noteworthy Deeds
* Four Temples Advisor
* Daidoji Strategist

Credited as "Niten"
* Night Raid
* For Greater Glory
* Niten Adept
* Watch Commander
* Charge!
* Crisis Breaker
* Gifted Tactician
* Back-Alley Hideaway
* Itinerant Philosopher
* Cunning Magistrate
* Massing at Twilight
Ready for Battle

**Ready for Battle** is usually associated with the Lion Clan.

## Trivia

* The Troll5R podcast received this card's preview from Fantasy Flight Games and spoiled it first on their podcast to reveal it a day later on Facebook.
* The Illustration had been used by AEG in the previous iteration of the game on the card named Way of the Lion.

## References

1. ↑ https://soundcloud.com/user-729142790/ep-4-ffgs-favourite-podcast
2. ↑ http://imperialassembly.com/oracle/#cardid=11859
Pine and Cherry Blossom

These are the orders Togashi Mitsu has been following for four years. Searching for the peasant Senzai at the behest of the Dragon Clan Champion Togashi Yokuni, Mitsu has finally been able to corner his prey. But on the way back to the High House of Light, what new challenges await Mitsu and his captive quarry?

Fantasy Flight Games is proud to present “Pine and Cherry Blossom” by Marie Brennan, a new short story set in the world of Legend of the Five Rings!

## Pine and Cherry Blossom

“Pine and Cherry Blossom” is a direct sequel to The Eternal Knot novella and can be downloaded here! After years of searching, Togashi Mitsu has found his prey, but what fate awaits this strange pair?
Rokugan

**Rokugan**, also known as the Emerald Empire, is the main setting for Legend of the Five Rings. It is an empire covering a wide variety of landscapes, people, and clans all connected by a shared devotion to the Chrysanthemum Throne. Rokugan is bordered by the Shadowlands in the south, by the Burning Sands in the north, the Twilight Mountains in the west, and the Islands of Spice and Silk in the east.

## Trivia

In the CCG the thousand years leading up to the events of the actual card game were called the *Thousand Years of Peace*, but under FFG it seems that the land has always been dominated by conflict.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game
Shawn Ignatius Tan

**Shawn Ignatius Tan** is an illustrator and concept artist from Hong Kong.

He produced the seven Champions from the Core Set; three of them in cooperation with Le Vuong.

Web: Artstation, Deviantart

## Art Credit

* Doji Hotaru
* Bayushi Shoju
* Shinjo Altansarnai
* Togashi Yokuni
* Hida Kisada
* Akodo Toturi (Lion Clan)
* Shiba Tsukune
* Fearsome Mystic
* Serene Warrior
Seeker of Truth - Keeper of Power

A fan-made two-sided promo card that was distributed at Grand Kotei Paris 2019.

One side depicts Kuni Yori with the text "**Keeper of Power**" and the keywords "Keeper. Shadowlands." The flavor text is "*A leader should be strong. even the Great Bear was not his equal. - Kuni Yori* The illustration was already used for *Kuni* *Yori, The Corruptor* in the CCG's *Siege: Clan War* expansion.

The other side depicts Asako Kinuye with the text "**Seeker of Truth**" and the keywords "Seeker. Maho." The flavor text is "*The only true source of power. - Asako Kinuye*" The illustration was already used for *Asako Kinuye* in the CCG's *Web of Lies* expansion.
Premium Expansion

**Premium Expansions** are a new level of product for Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game. These expansions are not tied to a specific clan, nor do they form part of a cycle—instead, these expansions focus on developing specific themes and mechanics. Premium Expansions will be introduced into the Organized Play environment upon their release and will remain until specifically designated for rotation.

The first premium expansion contains 234 new cards: three copies each of 76 different cards and one copy each of 6 different cards.

## References

1. ↑ Mono No Aware
2. ↑ Children of the Empire
Polar Engine

**Polar Engine** is an illustrator group from Indonesia.

Web: Polar Engine, Behance, Instagram, Facebook

Illustrators: Pius Wirawan Pranoto, Sheila Amajida (Art Station), Indah Alditha Putri Siregar, Maerel Hibadita, Agri Karuniawan, Asep Ariyanto, Tommy Suhartono, Wisnu Tan

## Art Credit

* Shameful Display
* Bayushi Manipulator
* Daidoji Nerishma
* Mirumoto Prodigy
* Isawa Masahiro
* Savvy Politician
* Lion's Pride Brawler
* Aggressive Moto
* Bayushi Kachiko
* Kakita Yoshi
* Voice of Honor
* Akodo Gunsō
* Mirumoto's Fury
* Radiant Orator
* Moto Youth
* Kitsuki Yaruma
* Ide Tadaji
* Hantei Daisetsu
* Kaiu Shihobu
* Doji Kuzunobu
* Togashi Hoshi
* Togashi Gaijutsu
* Champions of Yomi

Novella cards
Trail of Shadows

The cover art of this novella by Amélie Hutt is from the alternate art card of Hida Sukune.

Deep shadows gather in the Shinomen forest. Though this tangled woodland lies north of the Great Carpenter Wall and the traditional domain of the Crab Clan, rumors have led a few Crab samurai to mount a dangerous expedition into the depths of the forest, searching for an ancient artifact forged by Hida Osano-wo himself…

In this 120-page novella, you'll follow with Hida Sukune on a thrilling expedition into the unexpected horrors of the Shinomen Mori. Then, once you've finished the story, there's still plenty of lore to dive into with a sixteen-page, full-color insert dedicated to the Crab Clan and packed with information on the Kami Hida, the Crab Clan's wars against the Shadowlands, and their furtive allies, the nezumi.

**Beneath Shadowed Boughs**

Hida Sukune, youngest child of the Crab Clan Champion, lacks the strength and fortitude for which his clan is known. With no hope of becoming a great warrior, Sukune has devoted himself to the study of military strategy. Though a trusted advisor and tactician, Sukune constantly confronts his own limitations in a family famed for its martial prowess.

When the ratlike nezumi of the Tattered Ear tribe discover a potent Crab Clan artifact deep in the Shinomen forest, a Crab expedition sets out to recover the relic. Unexpectedly tasked by his father to lead the mission, Sukune must overcome his own doubts as surely as the dangers of the forest—and the dark power that threatens to forever end both the expedition and the Tattered Ear tribe. You'll discover the outcome of Sukune’s quest in the Trail of Shadows novella!

Devotees of Legend of the Five Rings lore will also find sixteen full-color pages, filled with beautiful art and offering new tidbits of history and backstory for the Crab Clan, the nezumi, and the Shadowlands, as well as the Shinomen Mori and the spirits that dwell within.

1. ↑ Available Now – August 21
Seeker of Enlightenment

**Seeker of Enlightenment** is a tattooed monk of the Dragon Clan.

## Card Meta

This character has synergy with the Togashi Initiate, who can put more fate on rings and thus enhance this character.

## Trivia

* Tattooed monks are usually part of the Togashi family.
* The flavor text of Seeker of Enlightenment mirrors that of Togashi Initiate.
Shen Fei

**Shen Fei** is an illustrator from Malaysia.

Web: Shen Fei, Art Station, Deviant Art

## Art Credit

* Staging Ground
* For Shame!
* Seppun Guardsman
* Hiruma Yōjimbō
* Court Games
* Display of Power
* Ishiken Initiate
* Unassuming Yōjimbō
* Origami Master
* Shrine Maiden
* Kakita Blade
* Kuni Ritsuko
* Seppun Truthseeker
* Ignoble Enforcers
* Ujik Tactics
* Stride the Waves
* Know the Terrain
Print and Play

**Print and Play** are those cards designed to be prize cards, but never printed.

## Heroes of Legend

The nine “Heroes of Legend” cards portray the protagonists of the Scorpion Clan Coup's conclusion, and carry the following special rules:

* Each Hero of Legend has four abilities available, only two of which can be used.
* In deckbuilding, a player must check off (or fill in) two of the boxes in a character's text box to indicate which abilities they have selected. Once marked, the selections cannot be changed. A card with more than or fewer than two selections is invalid for play.
* A Hero of Legend's printed text box contains each ability that has been selected, and does not contain any unselected ability.
* Multiple copies of the same character in the same deck do not need to all share the same selections. As with any other card, no more than 3 copies of a character can be included in a player's deck by title.
* Toturi's constant ability restricting the use of Akodo Toturi is active regardless of which abilities are selected for his card.
Phoenix Clan

The **Phoenix Clan** is a Great Clan led by the Elemental Council and protected by its Champion Shiba Tsukune.

## Description

The Phoenix is a symbol of contradictions: explosive power and great restraint, vast intelligence and deep humility, immolating self-sacrifice and glorious rebirth. These entwined virtues illuminate the path of Rokugan's most mystical Great Clan, the keepers of the Tao of Shinsei and caretakers of the Empire's soul.

The Phoenix are the masters of magic in Rokugan, but they are also staunch pacifists with little interest in warfare. Wise players will use the clan's shugenja to trigger powerful effects against your opponent from the safety of your home area. The clan's mastery of the elemental rings will also help to deny your opponent the effects they aim to use against you while ensuring you can use the rings you need to win. This clan's distaste for violence can also be used as a calming influence upon your opponent, making overt aggression and military conflicts much less effective against you.

## Major Families

* Asako family: Scholars and historian who frequently find themselves acting as courtiers, they also produce some shugenja and have an order of monks dedicated to enlightenment.
* Isawa family: The largest shugenja family in Rokugan and its spiritual leaders, they are unique for their mastery of all five elements and position of dominance in their Clan.
* Kaito family: An archery family of assimilated Yobanjin devoted to protect their temple.
* Shiba family: Scholarly bushi who dedicate their lives to protecting the clan's shugenja.

## References

1. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game
Shadowlands

The **Shadowlands** is a wasteland to the southwest of Rokugan. The region has been corrupted by the influence of Jigoku and is home to innumerable monstrous beings such as oni, ogres, goblins, and undead. It borders the Crab Clan, who have built the Kaiu Wall to assist in defending against its evil.

The Shadowlands faction is indicated by the following clan icon in text ().
Stoke Insurrection

## Errata

This card received an erratum. The text should read: "During a conflict – reveal each facedown card in your opponent’s provinces. Then, put up to 2 characters with total printed cost 6 or lower from their provinces into play" instead of "During a conflict, reveal each facedown card in your opponent’s provinces. Then, choose up to 2 characters in their provinces – put those characters into play."

1. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game Rules Reference v16
Red Petals Scatter

“Red Petals Scatter” depicts that on a night like any other, Iuchi Shahai’s life is about to change forever. A “guest” in the Imperial Capital, Shahai has been teaching the mysterious art of Meishōdō to Shugenja outside the Unicorn Clan. Feeling trapped in Otosan Uchi, Shahai has found solace in a friendship with Prince Daisetsu. But as Rokugan undergoes a monumental change, what role will Shahai play in the events to come? What does fate have in store for her? The fiction can be downloaded here.
Scorpion Clan

The **Scorpion Clan** is a Great Clan led by its Champion Bayushi Shoju and his wife, Bayushi Kachiko.

## Description

With six terrible words, the Kami Bayushi set his followers in the newly founded Scorpion Clan on a dark and dangerous path. Enemies loomed beyond Rokugan's borders, but they also lurked within them. Bayushi swore to protect the Empire by any means necessary. Where the Code of Bushidō tied the Emperor's Left and Right Hands-the courtiers of the Crane and the mighty legions of the Lion-the Emperor's Underhand could still reach. To combat the liars, the thieves, and the traitors within the Great Clans, Bayushi's followers would have to lie, steal, and cheat in turn. The weapons of the Scorpion became blackmail and poison and sabotage. The Scorpion dirtied their hands so that others' could remain pure.

Yet in spite of-and perhaps because of-the clan's fearsome reputation, there is none more loyal than a Scorpion. In a clan of deceivers and manipulators, trust is a hard-earned treasure to be cherished and guarded. Such fierce loyalty is a small consolation, at least, given the dangerous but vital role the Scorpion have played in the Empire from the moment their Kami spoke his fateful words: "I will be your villain, Hantei."

While playing the Scorpion Clan, you'll want to make high honor bids in order to draw extra cards and surprise your opponents with potent tricks and traps. Yet you must always maintain your deepest loyalty, lest you lose all honor and the game. Dishonor is also a powerful tool when turned against your foes to keep their skill low and their hopes of beating you in conflict even lower.

## Major Families

* Bayushi family: The public face of the Scorpion, they produce most of the bushi and courtiers and are well known as master manipulators.
* Shosuro family: Entertainers and artists publicly, they provide the majority of the clan's scouts, spies, assassins, and saboteurs.
* Soshi family: The spiritual center of the clan, they are a family of shugenja specializing in illusions and information gathering.
* Yogo family: Descended from a Phoenix Clan shugenja, their entire lineage is cursed to betray the one they care about most. Their magic is oriented towards wards and protective charms and they are dedicated to fighting the Shadowlands and its influence.

## References

1. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game
Restricted List

The **restricted list** is a list of restricted cards in organized play

When deckbuilding, a player may select one card from the restricted list to include in their decks, and cannot include any other restricted cards in their decks and set of provinces. A player may run as many copies of his or her chosen restricted card in a deck as the regular game rules (or card text) allow.

The first restricted list was published May 29th, 2018 and the most recent update will take effect on July 6th 2020.

## References

May 2018 RRG Update

December 2018 RRG Update

May 2019 RRG Update

July 2019 RRG Update

October 2019 Imperial Law

January 2020 Imperial Law

The Emperor's Edict

September 2020 Imperial Law

An Imperial Edict

January 2021 Imperial Law
Scott Wade

**Scott Wade** is an illustrator from the USA.

Web: Swade Art, Art Station, Deviant Art, Tumblr, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

## Art Credit

* I Can Swim
* Way of the Unicorn
* Way of the Lion
* Way of the Crane
* Way of the Scorpion
* Way of the Phoenix
* Way of the Dragon
* Way of the Crab
* The Path of Man
* Perfect Land Ethos
* Way of the Shadowlands
Togashi family

The **Togashi family** are an order of tattooed monks in the Dragon Clan.

## Description

Kami Togashi, the founder of the Dragon Clan, did not start a family like the other kami. Instead, he founded an order of tattooed monks dedicated to enlightenment, who earn the right to bear his name when they are initiated into the order. They are an oddity in the Empire in that they are monks who belong to the samurai caste, a situation that does not always sit well with other clans.

The monks of this order are generally inward looking, focused on their pursuit of enlightenment and the mental and physical training associated with it. Their motivations are frequently opaque and they speak in seemingly meaningless riddles as often as not. On the rare occasion they are seen outside Dragon lands they tend to have an inexplicably large influence on the events surrounding them.

## Notable Members

* Togashi Yokuni: Current Dragon Clan Champion.
Tainted

A game state for characters and provinces. When the character becomes corrupted, a small card is attached to the it, indicating its tainted status. It increases the character’s skill or the province’s strength but at the cost of sacrificing honor.

A character with a tainted status token gets +2 and +2, but its controller must lose 1 honor when it is declared as an attacker or defender in a conflict. A province with a tainted status token gets +2, but its controller must lose 1 honor when they declare one or more defenders during conflicts at that province.
We Strike First

While the Crab Clan focus their gaze to the south of Rokugan, the Hare Clan are excellent at purging unnatural evil within the Emerald Empire itself. With unmatched speed, the Hare chase down their foes and bring glory to their clan. And no one is faster than Hare Clan Champion Usagi Tsukiko. When news of a Mahō practioner reaches her ears at the height of the Emerald Empire’s turmoil, the Hare Clan Champion knows it’s once again time to hunt.

Fantasy Flight Games is proud to present “We Strike First” by Lisa Farrell, a new short story set in the world of Legend of the Five Rings!

## Speed of the Hare

“We Strike First” is a standalone story and can be downloaded here! As Rokugan descends into chaos, there is opportunity for those willing to reach out and take it. What future awaits these ambitious souls?
Twisted Loyalties

**Twisted Loyalties** is the first Dynasty Pack of the Temptations Cycle and features 60 brand-new cards (three copies each of nineteen different cards and one copy each of three different cards) to enhance your favorite decks and introduce new mechanics to the game, such as the Dire keyword that opens up new abilities when a character has no fate on them!

The cover art of this set by Tommy Suhartono is from the card The Scorpion Clan Coup.

## References

1. ↑ Available Now: November 6
2. ↑ Twisted Loyalties
Study the Natural World

## Errata

This card received an erratum. The text should read: "During a conflict in which you control an attacking ***Scholar*** character – the contested ring gains each of the attacked province's elements until the end of the conflict. " instead of: "During a conflict in which you control an attacking ***Scholar*** character – the contested ring gains each of the attacked province's elements." <

## References

1. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The card Game Rules Reference version 14
The Eternal Knot

The cover art of this novella by Amélie Hutt is from the alternate art card of Togashi Kazue.

The monks of the Togashi Order are known for their wisdom, their strength, their mystery, and the superhuman powers they gain from their unique tattoos. For Togashi Kazue, completing her training is only the beginning— discovering the true power of her enigmatic tattoo may be the true test.

Accompanied by the experienced monk Togashi Mitsu, Kazue embarks on a journey to learn the power of the newly acquired knot design on her forehead. When Kazue discovers the danger her tattoo poses to others, she contemplates the unthinkable. But she soon learns that attempting to deny her destiny is the truly dangerous path.

“The Eternal Knot” contains a 112-page story, a, 16-page color insert, and three-copies of two extended art cards for Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game!
The Sea and the Sun's Shadow

Rokugan's border with the Shadowlands is a dangerous place at any time, and recent events have not increased its safety. Now, Yasuki Oguri sails with a Mantis crew to investigate the Watchtower of Sun's Shadow, but none can predict exactly what lies in wait for them inside the watchtower's walls. The encroachments of the Shadowlands may reach further than any samurai could know…

You can read a brand-new Legend of the Five Rings short story today— "The Sea and the Sun's Shadow" by Annie VanderMeer Mitsoda! This story is a direct follow-up to "A Game of Promises", and a continuation of the story choice made by the top Crab Clan player at Winter Court 2018.
Seven Fold Palace

## Trivia

The card was originally previewed with art from Noah Bradley, but before the card was printed the art was removed, following estatement provided by AEG. The illustration had been used by AEG in the previous iteration of the game on the card named Kyuden Otomo, which was also associated with the Crane Clan.

* Card with intended art from Noah Bradley.
The Villain's Mask

Conspiracy and intrigue have gripped Otosan Uchi. Bayushi Shoju has conspired to open the Black Scroll and inscribed the name of Ikoma Ujiaki within. Now in hiding, how will Shoju reckon with the consequences of his choices? Has he fallen too far to fulfill his duty to Rokugan?

Read the next chapter of the Temptations cycle’s story with "The Villain's Mask", a new Legend of the Five Rings short story by Mari Murdock!
Togashi Initiate

**Togashi Initiate** is a tattooed monk of the Dragon Clan.

## Crad Meta

This character has synergy with Seeker of Enlightenment, who gets more powerful with fate on unclaimed rings.

## Trivia

* Tattooed monks are usually part of the Togashi family.
* The flavor text of Togashi Initiate mirrors that of Seeker of Enlightenment.
Stanislav Dikolenko

**Stanislav Dikolenko** is an illustrator from Omsk, Russia.

Web: Art Station, Instagram, Twitter

## Art Credit

* Agasha Swordsmith
* Entrenched Position
* Stoic Magistrate
* Akodo Toshiro
* Pit Trap
* Kaiu Inventor
* Iron Mine
* Oracle of Stone
* Smoke
* Hawk Tattoo
* Jurōjin's Curse
* Discourage Pursuit
* Prayers to Ebisu
* Matsu Gohei
* Frontline Engineer
* Callous Ashigaru
* Yasuki Hikaru
* Desolation
* Kobo Ichi-Kai Jūjutsu
* Merchant of Curiosities
* Bayushi Traitor
* Vice Proprietor
* Venerable Fortunist
* Contemplative Wisdom
* Lost Samurai
Tactical Maneuvers

“Tactical Maneuvers” focuses on several ongoing Crane Clan storylines, including the choice made at the 2018 Winter Court involving Doji Kuzunobu! As the Crane are continually pressured by conflict on all sides, they need all the allies they can find, including the Fox Clan Kuzunobu hails from. To discover the trials of the Crane, see here.
Tranquility

**Tranquility** is an event of the Dragon Clan.

## Trivia

The Illustration had been used by AEG in the previous iteration of the game on the card named Togashi's Guidance, which was also associated with the Dragon Clan, but it in a mirrored way which caused the character in the picture to be left-handed there.
Warlord

**Warlord** is a card type represented by double-sided cards with tweaked abilities to reflect the cooperative variant or the challenge variant. There were introduced in the Under Fu Leng's Shadow set.

As a disconnected rabble of undead, tainted samurai, goblins, ogres, oni, and other monstrosities, the Shadowlands forces have no stronghold to rally around and defend. They are united only by the might of a single warlord, who forms the centerpiece of their armies in the game. There are three distinct warlords included in Under Fu Leng's Shadow, represented by double-sided cards with tweaked abilities to reflect the cooperative variant or the challenge variant.

As the replacement for the stronghold, the warlord determines how much fate the Shadowlands will generate each round. Warlord isn't always in play as a character, but its abilities are always active and the player can use them to shape the battlefield even when the warlord is out-of-play.
Way of the Crane

The **Way of the Crane** is the the core philosophy of the Crane Clan.

## Trivia

* FFG also released an intoduction video to the Crane Clan under this name on Youtube.
* In the L5R RPG under this was the Name of the first technique a Kakita bushi would learn.
* In the L5R CCG under AEG, there had also been a card with that name, but a very different game effect.

## References

1. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings - The Way of the Crane
2. ↑ Way of the Crane (The Coming Storm)
Spectral Visitation

## Errata

This card received an erratum. The text should read: "After this province is revealed, discard the top 4 cards of your dynasty deck – choose a character in your dynasty discard pile and put that character into play." instead of: "After this province is revealed, discard the top 4 cards of your dynasty deck. Choose a character in your dynasty discard pile – put that character into play. If it is in play at the end of the phase, put it on the bottom of your dynasty deck."

## References

1. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The card Game Rules Reference version 14
Tony Foti

**Tony Foti** is an illustrator from the USA.

Web: The Art of Tony Foti, Art Station, Deviant Art, Behance, Tumblr, Facebook, Tweeter

## Gallery

Credited as "Toni Foti"

## Art Credit

* Indomitable Will
* Asako Diplomat
* Chikai Order Protector
* Stolen Secrets
* Purity of Spirit
* Matsu Koso

Credited as "Toni Foti"
* Iron Warrior Vanguard
Void

**Void** is one of the five elemental rings.

## Dynasty and Conflict Cards

Void is a trait that can appear on shugenja and spell cards.

## Province Cards

Void is one of the elemental types that a province can have.

## Roles

Void is the element of two roles that a Clan can have. Those roles are **Keeper of Void** (currently assigned to the **Unicorn Clan**) and **Seeker of Void** (currently assigned to the **Scorpion Clan**).

## Trivia

Only very few shugenja can actually learn void spells.
Truth and Lies

Ousted from the capital by Shoju, Bayushi Kachiko has been imprisoned within Toshi Ranbo, languishing with nothing left to manipulate. Yet this is the very city that Doji Hotaru now pushes toward, with an eye toward claiming a place for her armies to shelter. Can two souls become linked by destiny? And what will be the fallout of the unfolding confrontation—for Hotaru, Kachiko, Yojiro, and the entire Emerald Empire?

Fantasy Flight Games is proud to present "Truth and Lies", a new Legend of the Five Rings short story by Katrina Ostrander. This fiction serves as the conclusion to the trilogy begun in "Caged Birds" and continued with "Violence Behind Courtliness".
Utaku family

The **Utaku family** are a matriarchal family from the Unicorn Clan.

## Description

When the Unicorn Clan was founded, the Kami Shinjo earned oaths of fealty from both Ide and Iuchi, but never received one from Utaku. Regardless, Utaku behaved as if she had sworn fealty and, for her part, Shinjo treated her as her right hand. To this day, the Utaku family are somewhat reclusive and use their words very carefully. While they understand the subtleties of court life far better than the other bushi families of the Unicorn and frequently possess natural beauty and grace, they find the etiquette and frivolities of court dull and annoying.

Internally, all power in the family is consolidated in the hands of women, and only women are allowed to learn their fighting techniques and fight from horseback. Men in the family are generally relegated to caring for the horses, and are the finest horse breeders in Rokugan. The Utaku women are the elite cavalry of the Unicorn, itself the clan possessed of the best cavalry in Rokugan.

## Notable Members

* Utaku Kamoko: A fiery warrior who bears a grudge against the Lion Clan.
* Utaku Rumaru: current Utaku family daimyo.

## Trivia

This family was originally named the Otaku family in the AEG version of the CCG, but this was later changed and given an in-world explanation for the change due to its unfortunate meaning in Japanese. Fantasy Flight Games has opted to avoid using the original name in the first place in the Living Card Game.
The Cornered Lion Part II

After consulting his beloved wife Kaede, Akodo Toturi sets out, filled with renewed purpose and determination—seeking out his would-be assassins who lurk in the darkness and chasing the shadows that were responsible for such unspeakable atrocities. Though an injured Lion,​ Toturi would not give up until he has rooted out this wickedness and avenged the throne.

Fantasy Flight Games is proud to present “The Cornered Lion - Part II” by Robert Denton III, a new short story set in the world of Legend of the Five Rings!

"The Cornered Lion - Part II" follows the story of Akodo Toturi, who refuses to let the death of the Emperor go unanswered, despite great risk to his own well-being. This new short story, which can be downloaded here, continues the tale of the Lion found in "Roar of the Lioness," "The Price of War," "Falling Stars," and follows the immediate events of "The Cornered Lion - Part I." In this new story, Akodo Toturi encounters the Captain of the Seppun Honor Guard, Seppun Ishikawa.

## The Shogun Has Spoken

Learn about how Akodo Toturi begins his investigation and how a chance meeting with Seppun Ishikawa​ may affect the newfound purpose of former Emerald Champion.
Toshi Ranbo

**Toshi Ranbo** is a disputed border city between the Crane Clan and the Lion Clan which eventually was put under Scorpion administration by Imperial Decree.

## Fiction appearances

* Her Father's Daughter (Mentioned only)
* The Price of War (First appearance)

## Trivia

Toshi Ranbo card first appeared as a promo card with Toshi Ranbo Kotei series icon , but it was eventually released in Gencon 2018 with the Kunshu Kotei series icon .

## Gallery

* Card with  icon
* Card with  icon
* Art by Chris Ostrowski
The Yogo Curse, Part 1

The Scorpion’s Castle of Learning may be a prison for poor souls and accursed artifacts, but tonight, it is the center of a shadowy ceremony, led by Yogo Junzo and centered on Kunshu, the cursed sword of the Hantei dynasty. What will transpire this night, and what choices will Yogo Junzo be forced to make?

The story of the Temptations cycle continues with "The Yogo Curse, Part 1", a new piece of Legend of the Five Rings fiction by Josiah “Duke” Harrist and Katrina Ostrander. This story is a continuation of events set in motion by the Legend of the Five Rings community: both the Scorpion Clan taking custody of Kunshu after the Kunshu Kotei season, and a dangerous oni escaping a confrontation at the mysterious Shinomen estate after the 2019 Gen Con Legend of the Five Rings Roleplaying scenario.
The Cornered Lion Part I

As the wounds of Akodo Toturi begin to heal, he must ponder his next move. Hunt his would-be assassins from the darkness, chasing shadows and rumors? Announce himself to the court, dragging the attempt on his life into the limelight for every clan to see? Accept his failure to protect his lord, and fall on his sword? With the Emerald Empire fractured, whatever decision he makes will ripple across Rokugan.

Fantasy Flight Games is proud to present “The Cornered Lion” by Robert Denton III, a new short story set in the world of Legend of the Five Rings!

“The Cornered Lion” continues the story of Akodo Toturi, wounded and presumed dead by the Great Clans of Rokugan. This new short story, which can be downloaded here, follows up on the events found in "Roar of the Lioness", "The Price of War," and "Falling Stars." This new story marks a crucial turning point in the life of the former Emerald Champion.

## A Fateful Decision

At the forthcoming Winter Court, the new Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game Shogun will decide the fate of Akodo Toturi and make one of the following choices. This sole choice will have a profound impact on the Emerald Empire of Rokugan!

1. Toturi seeks the rightful heir, Hantei Daisetsu, pledging to protect him from all threats and return him safely to the capital.

2. Toturi investigates the attempt on his life and possible connections to the Emperor’s death, dragging the perpetrators into the light to foil their efforts.

3. Toturi returns to the Lion Clan and confronts Matsu Tsuko, hoping to gain her support and unify the Lion Clan to restore order in the capital.

4. Toturi undergoes a pilgrimage to seek the council of his former sensei at the Monastery Among the Winds.

Shortly after the conclusion of the Winter Court, new fiction that reflects the choice made by the newly appointed Shogun will be unveiled, but the consequences will ripple for years to come. Be sure to check back for "The Cornered Lion Part II" and even more Legend of the Five Rings fiction!​
Wandering Rōnin

**Wandering Ronin** are bushi wandering the land of Rokugan.

## Trivia

The Illustration had been used by AEG in the previous iteration of the game on the card named Sahara Sensei, which was associated with the Spider Clan.

## Errata

This card received an erratum. The title should be spelled **Wandering Rōnin**. Should have the Rōnin trait.

## Reflist

1. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The card Game Rules Reference
Treaty

**Treaty** is a card type introduced in the Clan War Premium Expansion. When using treaty cards, you simply select a random card when forming a treaty and place the honor value on it. When a treaty is broken, the player who broke the treaty reveals the card and resolves its text.

## Treaty Pad

A treaty pad allows players to formalize alliances. When players make a treaty, they fill out the top form of the treaty pad to confirm what is being promised by each player, how long the treaty will last, and the value of the treaty. Each of these fields must be agreed upon by both players. The value essentially determines how much honor a player will lose should the terms of the treaty be broken. This incentivizes players to uphold their treaties, unless the perfect opportunity comes along.
The Art of Matchmaking

A diplomatic caravan travels toward Unicorn lands, carrying Doji Shizue with it. Shizue faces a mission of deadly importance—to arrange an alliance between the Crane and Unicorn Clans that will allow both to survive against the Lion's recent aggression. But not everyone among the Unicorn is open to the possibility of an alliance, and even if they can broker a treaty, what do the Crane have to offer in this tumultuous time?

Fantasy Flight Games is proud to introduce "The Art of Matchmaking", a new Legend of the Five Rings short story by Nancy M. Sauer! This story resolves the negotiations between Kakita Yoshi and Ide Tadaji set up in "Wind Through Falling Leaves".
Two Swords Fall from Heaven

“Two Swords Fall from Heaven” For the past several months, the Army of the Rising Wave have been marching across the Emerald Empire. With mysterious orders, neither the Army’s leader Mirumoto Hitomi nor spiritual guide Togashi Mitsu have been able to decipher their true purpose. Now, during the Hour of the Ox, on Rokugan’s darkest night, the Dragon Clan army arrives in Otosan Uchi. What does fate have in store for the Emerald Empire’s most enigmatic clan? And why has Togashi Yokuni sent this massive army to the walls of the Imperial City?

Fantasy Flight Games is proud to announce “Two Swords Fall from Heaven” by Marie Brennan, a new short story set in the world of Legend of the Five Rings!

“Two Swords Fall from Heaven” follows up on the events of "The Rising Wave" and “Between the Lines” and can be downloaded here.
Steward of Law

**Steward of Law** is a courtier of the Crane Clan.

## Errata

This card received an erratum. The text should read: "While this character is participating in a conflict, characters cannot receive dishonored status tokens." instead of: "While this character is participating in a conflict, characters cannot become dishonored."

## Card Meta

This card comes from the Conflict deck, but it would be ill-advised to play it at a conflict that is about defending one's own province in which The Art of Peace is, or if it is played into a conflict where Shameful Display is the province card, then it would be best to have used that action on that card first before playing the Steward of Law there.

## Trivia

The Illustration had been used by AEG in the previous iteration of the game on the card named Kakita Yasunori, which was also associated with the Crane Clan.

## Reflist

1. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The card Game Rules Reference
The Careful Gardener

Following Kakita Yoshi’s clever political maneuvering, the Crane Clan has seized the regency of Rokugan. Of course, the Lion Clan are displeased with these latest developments, and none more so than Ikoma Ujiaki. How far will he go to regain control, and what tenuous alliances will he forge along the way?

The climactic story of the Temptations cycle continues with "The Careful Gardener", a new Legend of the Five Rings short story by Annie VanderMeer.
Under Fu Leng's Shadow

**Under Fu Leng's Shadow** is the third Premium Expansion and contains two hundred seventy-one new cards, and at the same time, it introduces two brand-new ways to play the game. You might choose to play the cooperative variant, either playing solo or teaming up with your friends. Or, you could play a challenge variant, allowing one player to lead the forces of the Shadowlands into battle against two to four other players. This expansion also serves as a capstone for the game, marking the completion of Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game.  The cover art of this set is from Mathias Kollros.

## References

1. ↑ Available Now: June 18
2. ↑ Under Fu Leng's Shadow
Tattooed

**Tattooed** is a trait found on character cards.

Tattoos in general are common in the culture of Rokugan, used by several families and groups to identify their membership.

The order of tattooed monks called ise zumi are unique to the Dragon Clan and belong to the Togashi family. They are mystical warriors who train body and mind, known for possessing strange magical powers.
Stronghold

**Stronghold** is a card type. Every stronghold has a bonus strength (), starting honor (), fate value (), and influence ().

## Mechanics

Breaking an opponent's Stronghold is one of the three victory conditions of the game.

"At the beginning of the game, a card from the top of your dynasty deck is placed on top of each of the four province cards between your [Dynasty deck and your Conflict deck], while the fifth province hosts your stronghold.

Breaking enemy provinces moves you directly closer to victory in Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game. Though your opponents can still play new cards from their broken provinces, if you break three of your opponent’s four provinces, you will be allowed to declare conflicts against their stronghold.

A clan’s stronghold is the seat of its power, providing your supply of fate, determining your starting honor, and offering a powerful ability that can be used throughout the game. Underneath your stronghold, you’ll place a fifth province card at the beginning of the game, like the four province cards that you’ve placed between your dynasty deck and your conflict deck. Your opponent’s stronghold will be the site of a dramatic final conflict, and whether that takes the form of a military siege or a measured political negotiation is up to you. Either way, if you can break your opponent’s stronghold province (after breaking three of his other provinces), you immediately win the game."

## Reference

1. ↑ Crafting a Dynasty
2. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game
Unmatched Expertise

## Errata

This card received an erratum. The text should read: "Attached character cannot receive dishonored status tokens." instead of: "Attached character cannot become dishonored."

## Trivia

The Illustration had been used by AEG in the previous iteration of the game on the card named Shiba Sawaken, which was also associated with the Phoenix Clan.

## Reflist

1. ↑ Legend of the Five Rings: The card Game Rules Reference
Water

**Water** is one of the five elemental rings.

## Dynasty and Conflict Cards

Water is a trait that can appear on shugenja and spell cards.

## Province Cards

Water is one of the elemental types that a province can have.

## Roles

Water is the element of two roles that a Clan can have. Those roles are **Keeper of Water** (currently assigned to the **Phoenix Clan**) and **Seeker of Water** (currently unassigned).
Underhand of the Emperor

**Underhand of the Emperor** is the second Clan Pack and contains three copies of twenty-five new cards, plus one copy of three new cards.

The cover art of this set by Amélie Hutt is from the card Bayushi Aramoro.

Some promotional cards with full extended art were released with the Scorpion release kit icon .

## References

1. ↑ A Venomous Sting
2. ↑ Underhand of the Emperor