2018 · Core Rules (min needed to play)
Legend of the Five Rings Roleplaying Core Rulebook
Set in a fantasy empire inspired by classical East Asian samurai culture, the setting centers on duty, honor, and political intrigue as the land faces spiritual unrest and external threats. Players create samurai characters with detailed clans, backgrounds, motivations, and personal codes, then resolve conflicts with an innovative dice mechanic that ties social standing, reputation, and emotional stakes into play. Gameplay emphasizes roleplaying, courtly maneuvering, duels, and moral dilemmas where loyalty to lord, clan, and emperor frequently conflicts with personal conviction. The book provides character creation rules, narrative-focused mechanics, and guidance for running campaigns that explore honor, duty, and the consequences of choice.
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- 0
- Complexity
- 3.5 / 5
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- 6
- Players
- 4h
- Average play
- 4
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