Podcast of the Five Rings

Tomo, Buro, Kenshi, and Akari decided they needed to warn the great clans of what was coming. Kenshi traveled to the Lion Embassy, and using his new powers as a Kitsune shapeshifter, transformed into a bird and flew to Akodo Toturi’s private chamber. Appearing in the windowsill, he came to him. At first, Toturi was shocked and afraid of Kenshi’s transformative powers, but once Kenshi explained the...

Kenshi, Tomo, and Akari broke free of their imprisonment with the help of Tsuruchi and his Wasp samurai. As they escaped through the tunnels  beneath Otosan Uchi, they found that the recent tremor had closed off several key passages. In their confusion and haste to find the surface, the samurai ventured into an unknown cave, following a strange noise. Curled up in the fetal position, they discover...

Kenshi and the Emerald Magistrates traveled through the tunnels beneath Otosan Uchi with their captive in tow. Little did they know, their prisoner had been putting out secret messages to the saboteurs lying in wait in the caves. When Kenshi and his crew came to an especially narrow corridor, the saboteurs attacked, coming at them from both sides. A battle ensued, taking lives from both sides, inc...

With map in hand, Kenshi and his retinue of Emerald Magistrates began to explore the tunnels beneath Otosan Uchi. They spent hours carefully navigating its passages and caverns, learning its secrets, and making sure to not draw unwanted attention.  The bard and his magistrates found a lone sentry—equipped in the same manner as the warriors who captured Tomo and Akari—seemingly guarding a corridor....

Ide Makujin and Buro arrived in the emperor’s audience chamber to arrest Bayushi Kachiko, who was in the middle of her morning briefing with the Son of Heaven. Courtiers, servants, and bodyguards looked on as Makujin and Buro put forth their case to have Kachiko arrested for conspiring against the empire. Kachiko called into question Buro’s honor and reputation. She felt it was ludicrous that some...

Tomo, Akari, and Yoshi sounded an alarm as they ran through the tunnels deep beneath Otosan Uchi. The cavern quickly filled with lightly armored soldiers clad entirely in black with swords strapped to their backs. “Stop right there,” the leader said, blocking the path. In the dim lantern light, Tomo saw countless warriors appear before him, each one wearing a steel mask covering the lower half of...

After a heartfelt goodbye, Kenshi, Buro, Tomo, and Akari parted ways in the Ekohikei, with Kenshi and Buro traveling toward the Unicorn embassy to speak with Ide Makujin, and Tomo and Akari heading toward the Scorpion embassy to take Yoshi’s armor. Once in the Unicorn embassy, Kenshi and Buro demanded that they speak with the Emerald Champion immediately. After a confused greeting from the servant...

Kenshi and Buro stood in the remains of Shosuro Izuki’s hovel. They concocted a plan to get a message to Tomo inside the city. Using a technique he learned from his Fox training, Kenshi imparted a message to Squee to find Tomo and bring him to them. Buro opened his cage, and with a blessing from the air kami, Squee flew to the Scorpion embassy on a cloud. After the announcement from Bayushi Kachik...

The door of the shack slid open and Kenshi stood face to face with the man described at the sake house. A large, hairy man with an eyepatch over his left eye. Kenshi pretended to be a relative of one of the dead arsonists, Yuki, who was connected to the Otomo Guest House attack. Meanwhile, Buro hid behind the shack as backup. The large man quickly ushered Kenshi inside his meager hovel and offered...

Buro sat at breakfast with Miya Okirido, Imperial Page Counter. He was an elderly samurai, who would speak long-windily about the most innocuous subjects. His slow demeanor and roundabout way of conversing incensed Buro, who felt there must be some purpose for their meeting. Frustrated, Buro pushed Okirido about Agasha Sumiko, and what he knew about the death of Doji Satsume. Okirido did not appre...

Kaiu Tomo stood there shocked at the words he had just heard from Isawa Ujina: “A coal stone with veins of fire sits in a wall of cerulean steel. Find the false stone and pluck it out, or the whole wall shall fall.” Tomo tried to ask Ujina about this message, but he seemed to have no recollection of it. Tomo then turned to his daughter, Isawa Kaede, for answers. She explained that her father is a...

Tomo, Buro, Kenshi, and Akari attended a party celebrating the betrothal of Lion Champion, Akodo Toturi, and Isawa Kaede. The party was full of samurai from across Rokugan wishing to pay their respects to the Lion and Pheonix clans. Before arriving, Ikoma Ujiaki spoke with Kenshi in private. He reminded Kenshi of the task put before him. Ujiaki wanted Kenshi to highlight the destruction and devast...

Tomo, Buro, and Kenshi attended the Tournament of Four Winds, an archery tournament held just outside of Otosan Uchi’s walls. Dozens of samurai came to prove their skill with a bow in front of spectators from all walks of life. As they approached the pitch, Tomo felt a strange yearning that he could not explain. Tomo quickly rose through the ranks of the tournament, making it all the way to the fi...

To celebrate breaking 10,000 downloads and one full year of podding, we recorded a bonus episode! Introducing the "Rokugani Cocktail Hour", where we try a few of the alcoholic beverages crafted for our clans created with recipes by Alex Jacobs and the "Rokugan...Drunken Style " supplement from Gencon 2004. Join us as we make and taste the following beverages as we reminisce about the show so far!...

Day two of Winter Court begins. Buro and Kenshi discover something concerning while checking in on Yoshi's armor. The samurai attend the Greeting of the Spirits ceremony and mingle with Otosan Uchi's elite. Become a supporter of the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the "Behind the Shoji" and "Yoshi's Tales" bonus shows and more! ---SHOW NOTES--- The party woke up in the Scorpion embassy...

Kenshi is put on an impromptu trial at the Lion embassy. Buro, Tomo, Akari, and Tsubasa are graced with a visit by Lady Kachiko. Kenshi meets someone from his past. Become a supporter of the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the "Behind the Shoji" and "Yoshi's Tales" bonus shows and more! ---SHOW NOTES--- Kenshi sat in audience with Akodo Toturi, Ikoma Ujiaki, and Matsu Tsuko. He admitted...

Tomo, Buro, and Kenshi were introduced to Tsubasa’s father, the Scorpion general Bayushi Togai. Togai commended the party for their mission into the Shadowlands and expressed his gratitude for their heroism. He told the party that he wished their courage could be a good example for his son. A deep tension could be felt between Tsubasa and his father-- the only time Tsubasa ever seemed outwardly an...

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Tomo, Buro, and Kenshi meet important representatives of their respective clans before attending the first day of Winter Court. Will the samurai make a good first impression among the lords and ladies of Otosan Uchi? Become a supporter of the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the "Behind the Shoji" after-show and a bunch of other new exclusive content! ---SHOW NOTES--- The party woke up t...

The samurai learn a lot from a discussion with the current Emerald Champion, Ide Makujin. Unfortunate events disturb the peace at the Otomo Guest House. Featuring our friend and fellow L5R podcaster Evan Strite (Crimson Gold  Agonies, Secondhand Strife) as Otomo Yasushi! Become a supporter of the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the "Behind the Shoji" after-show and a bunch of other new...

The Fox clan sets Ikoma Kenshi on a covert mission. The spirit of Togashi Yoshi is reunited with his long lost lover. The samurai have an audience with the new Emerald champion. Featuring our friend and fellow L5R podcaster Evan Strite (Crimson Gold  Agonies, Secondhand Strife) as Otomo Yasushi! Become a supporter of the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the "Behind the Shoji" after-show...

Tomo, Buro, and Kenshi pursue leads and loose ends all over Otosan Uchi with the help of their new friend and guide Otomo Yasushi as they wait for the winter court to officially begin. Featuring our friend and fellow L5R podcaster Evan Strite (Crimson Gold Agonies, Secondhand Strife) as Otomo Yasushi! Become a supporter of the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the "Behind the Shoji" after...

Tomo, Buro, Kenshi, and the samurai in their caravan have finally arrived at Otosan Uchi and have a hard time finding their way around. The party meets an incredibly helpful imperial nobleman who serves as their guide. Featuring our friend and fellow L5R podcaster Evan Strite (Crimson Gold Agonies, Secondhand Strife) as Otomo Yasushi! Support the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the "Beh...

Kenshi faces someone from his turbulent past. The party FINALLY makes it to Otosan Uchi! Support the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the "Behind the Shoji" after-show and a bunch of other new bonus content! ---SHOW NOTES--- Kenshi, Buro, Tomo, Akari, Tsubasa, and Ryudo were met face to face with half a dozen Matsu samurai. They were lightly armored guerrilla fighters positioned in the f...

Tomo, Buro, Kenshi, Akari, and Tsubasa have some trouble crossing the border at Beidan Pass. The samurai make a new friend. Kenshi's past comes back to bite him. Support the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the "Behind the Shoji" after-show and a bunch of other new bonus content!  --- SHOW NOTES --- Tomo, Buro, Kenshi, Akari, and Tsubasa were stopped at the border into Lion territory and...