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SoB00 New Beginnings (Introductory, Tournament/Roleplay)
The Test of the Topaz Champion is to be held for the first time in more than a decade. This promises to be an historic event…
The PCs have been sent to assist their Clan's contestants at the Test of the Topaz Champion. Though already past their gempukku themselves, they will be expected to guard, guide, and advise their charges through the most prestigious coming-of-age ceremony in Rokugan. The eyes of the Empire, and the Emperor, will be upon them.
(This module is designed to introduce players to the setting and the system; it also serves as the main point of divergence for our timeline from the canon. It is highly recommended that this module be played first, as there will be spoilers of its events in the later modules.)
SoB01 Undefended Border (Low Level Travel, Roleplay, Combat)
The maps of the Empire are the final word of the Emperor on the limits of his rule. It falls to you to make certain that his law is defined and carried out to the furthest extent possible. The PCs are tasked with assisting an Imperial Cartographer map the northern border between the Dragon and Phoenix Clans.
SoB02 Bonds of Fate (Low Level Travel/Investigation/Combat)
A learned guest at the wedding of an influential lord's son delivers news that drives a samurai to the limit of his loyalty and obedience. The PCs have been sent to the Unicorn lands to discharge an obligation for their daimyo.
SoB03 Standing Against the Waves
(Low Level Investigation/Roleplay/Combat) Part one of the Legion of the Crow
A hunt for bandits within the territory of the Lion holds unexpected danger and questions of how far a person must go to stand up for what they believe in. An Emerald Magistrate has used his network of favors to secure a small group of yoriki to assist him in bringing a group of bandits to justice. These yoriki, of course, are the PCs…
Int01 Harvest Festival (All Levels, Introductory interactive)
A Lion daimyo is sponsoring a festival in honor of Inari, and must determine the next guardian of a shrine to the Fortune. Meanwhile, an Imperial courtier looks for assistance with a ceremony of major significance. This is a relatively low-key interactive that will highlight some of the possibilities in the daimyo system.
SoB04 Personal Sacrifice (Low Level Roleplay/Combat/Supernatural) Part one of Thwarted Destiny
The Emperor has commanded a shrine to a new Fortune be built, but the price of duty and piety may be higher than it first seems.The PCs are among a group of samurai sent to help a monk construct a new shrine.
SoB05 Poisoned Gift (Low Level Investigation/Combat/Roleplay)
Yasuki Ebi has been granted the assistance of trustworthy vassals to resolve a merchant feud that is brewing in his city. Will the they stand firm or will they fall prey to the corruption that plagues Friendly Traveler Village?
SoB06 Walk Through the Mountains (Low Level Travel/Combat) Part two of the Legion of the Crow
The hearts of men are easily swayed into performing dark deeds, when what once was filled with honor is now fueled by vengeance and despair.
SoB07 Delicate Negotiations (Low Level Political)
When influential courtiers meet, all others are simply stones on a go board.
Int02 A Day to Mourn (All Levels Political Interactive)
As the Emperor grieves, the Clans gather to find a new Imperial Advisor
SoB08 Winter Court: Kyuden Hida (Low Level Social/Investigation)
Winter is the season of intrigue and politics as samurai assemble in the great courts of the land. Unfortunatly, you are in Kyuden Hida...
SoB09 Fire and Water (Low/Mid Investigation/Travel/Combat)
Sometimes there just isn't a right choice...
SoB10 Under Cover of Night (Low/Mid Investigation/Combat)
Growing concerns over piracy in the Empire's southern shipping lanes have drawn the attention of an Emerald Magistrate. It is up to the PC's to find the truth of the matter.
SoB11 Final Breath (Low Travel/Combat)
An Aging samura dreams of past battles and lost glory. Hs son asks you to accompany his father on one last mission... one from which no one may return./p>
SoB12 Ancestral Dictate (Introductory Travel/Intrigue/Roleplay; characters who play this module cannot play “Prison of Earth”)
The returned spirits of Rokugan’s ancestors have met with mixed success at their reintegration to the modern Empire. One has attempted to reclaim the title they held centuries ago, and the Imperial Arbiter has asked for assistance in resolving this inheritance dispute.
SoB13 Prison of Earth: Part One of Unwritten Future (Low/Mid Combat/Roleplay/Supernatural; characters who play this module cannot play “Ancestral Dictate”)
Mysterious accidents have plagued the Iron Mines of the Crab, and the Kuni have called for assistance in their investigation. Is it sabotage, or something more sinister?
SoB14 Emperor’s Favor (Low/Mid Investgaton/Combat/Travel; two-round module)
A death in the Scorpion lands brings to light questions of the Empire’s future…
INt03A Summer Storms (Military Interactive Combat, Gencon Eclusive)
The season of summer is the season of war in Rokugan. While the Clans have not mobilized their full forces against one another, skirmishes along their borders are still common in the summer months, and the Empire’s bushi seize these chances to gain glory for their names. You may play both interactives with the same character.
INT03B Spoils of War (Political Interactive, Gencon Exclusive)
Following the conflicts of the summer, the returned Hantei Okucheo has graciously offered his hospitality for negotiations. The Empire's politicians must determine what was gained and what can be salvaged, as the conflicts move to the most dangerous battlefield of all... You may play both interactives with the same character.
SoB 15 Cold Hands, Stone Heart (Low/Mid, Court/Investigaton/Suprise
There is no greater wrath than that of a woman betrayed.
INT04 Blessings of the Nakodo (Political Interactive. All Levels)
The honorable imperial Nakodo Doji Sakura, favored among women, has offered to host a gathering to settle the marriage of Utaku Shan Zhi, son of the great Taisa Utaku Yoshiko, and any others who might be interested in seeking a match. Other notable guests may arrive...
SoB 16 Twisted Fate (Court/Investigaton/Intrigue)
The first generation of Toku children are ready to start seizing their destiny - but something else may be seizing it first...
SoB 17 Flee from Tomorrow (Travel/Investigatin/Combat Low Mid)
The Mistakes of yesterday continue to haunt the promise of today, and all hope for Tomorrow.
(Flee from Tomorrow was sponsored by Brian Lee, as a prize in the charity auction from KC Game fair last year, thus it seemed fitting to premier it at this event! This cert will be again available this year for those interested. It allows the winner to chose one canon character alive during this time period to be in a mod to be written during the year.)
SoB 18 Winter Court- Kyuden Gotei, part 1, Rising Storm (Court/Investigaton/Intrigue) Low/Mid
Winter comes to the Empire and in the Court of the Mantis the season of political maneuvering begins in a uniquely Mantis way.
SoB 19 Winter Court: Kyuden Gotei, Part 2, Breakign Storm (Investigation, Combat, Intrigue) Low/Mid
A Mantis lord lies dying and the Clan is about to explode. Can the PCs find the culprit before the court is covered in blood?
Sob 20 Forgotten Tomb (Travel/Combat) Low/Mid
Negotiations come to a standstill in Yasuki Yashiki, while a dark secret draws attention to the resting place of a long dead brigand.
SoB 21 A Time for Vengance (Combat/Travel) Low/Mid
What impact do old passions have on new conflicts?
Pending Mods
Origins game FairPlease note these mods will not be available for home play til After Gencon!
The Perfect Weapon: An innovative design for a new Crab siege engine may prove invaluable on the Wall, if the sabotage that has plagued its development can be stopped. Low/Mid-Rank, Roleplay/Combat
Castle of Water: A boat carrying children under Isawa Toichi's protection has gone missing , and all eyes turn to the mysterious ship spotted skulking along the Phoenix coast. Mid-Rank, Investigation/Combat
Blessing of the Dragon: The lands of the Dragon have yielded a surprising bounty this year; which Clan will share in this bounty, and what will they give in exchange? Political Interactive
Gencon!
The Price of Weakness: The Brotherhood of Shinsei has long been a guiding beacon of wisdom in the Empire, but how long can those who stand between samurai and peasant maintain the balance that Rokugan needs to survive? Low/Mid-Rank, Intrigue/Combat, Legion of the Crow, Part Three
Raising the Imperial Standard: With Otosan Uchi threatened by an organized and dangerous enemy, the samurai of Rokugan must find a strong leader to unite behind on the battlefield. Political Interactive
Gencon Exclusive!Defense of the Realm: The Imperial Capitol is in danger of being attacked again, and the samurai of Rokugan must take the field for honor, for glory, and for the Empire! Battle Interactive
Gencon Exclusive!Confusion at Court: Something is amiss in the Imperial Capital, and the future of the Empire rests upon those who can set it to rights. All Ranks, Intrigue (Saturday only)