Ages come, and ages go. The Age of Man has not been kind to Rokugan.

After a century of conflict, the Emerald Empire was left in ruins. The tranquility that was bought with blood and coin has lasted for decades, but it is a far cry from "peace".

The year is 1400.

Hidden plots unfold across the Empire. Samurai vie with each other for power. Social unrest upsets the Celestial Order. The very meaning of being samurai hangs in the balance.

In the webs of shadows, lies, and deceit, where will you stand?