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S2E28: Unmasked
Podcast of the Five Rings - August 09, 2021 04:10 - 1 hourThe 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 ...
S2E27: The Web Unravels
Podcast of the Five Rings - July 26, 2021 03:04 - 1 hourBuro 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 pus...
S2E26: The Dark Phoenix
Podcast of the Five Rings - July 12, 2021 14:53 - 1 hourKaiu 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 recollectio...
S2E25: Songs for the Dead
Podcast of the Five Rings - June 27, 2021 19:48 - 1 hourTomo, 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...
S2E24: Criminal or Carnival
Podcast of the Five Rings - June 15, 2021 02:56 - 1 hourTomo, 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 c...
Rokugani Cocktail Hour (Bonus Episode)
Podcast of the Five Rings - June 07, 2021 22:46 - 1 hourTo 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 G...
S2E23: Words of Smoke, Secrets of Stone
Podcast of the Five Rings - June 01, 2021 00:32 - 1 hourDay 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 Sho...
S2E22: A Game of Cat & Mouse
Podcast of the Five Rings - May 18, 2021 05:11 - 1 hourKenshi 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 mo...
S2E21: The Lion's Den
Podcast of the Five Rings - May 05, 2021 04:10 - 1 hourTomo, 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 de...
Yoshi's Tales: The Tournament of Cresting Waves, Pt. 1 (Patreon Preview)
Podcast of the Five Rings - April 20, 2021 00:32 - 1 hourAlbum Art by Dylon Munoz Music "Rokugan Theme" by Brandon Spain "In the Dojo" by Brandon Spain "The Staredown" by Podcast of the Five Rings
S2E20: First Day of the Boar
Podcast of the Five Rings - March 22, 2021 23:27 - 1 hourTomo, 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 "Behi...
S2E19: The Price of Duty
Podcast of the Five Rings - March 08, 2021 04:03 - 1 hourThe 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 ...
S2E18: Reconciliation
Podcast of the Five Rings - February 22, 2021 00:53 - 1 hourThe 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...
S2E17: Twisted Threads
Podcast of the Five Rings - February 09, 2021 02:56 - 1 hourTomo, 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 Y...
S2E16: The Sprawling Giant
Podcast of the Five Rings - January 25, 2021 01:07 - 2 hoursTomo, 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 Agon...
S2E15: The Wayward Fox
Podcast of the Five Rings - January 11, 2021 01:09 - 1 hourKenshi 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 fac...
S2E14: Border Crossing
Podcast of the Five Rings - December 29, 2020 21:41 - 1 hourTomo, 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! --...
S2E13: Hidden Treasures
Podcast of the Five Rings - December 21, 2020 02:07 - 1 hourTomo, Buro, Kenshi, Akari, and Tsubasa make their way to Beidan Pass - their last major obstacle to overcome before they get to Otosan Uchi. Kenshi's friends help him learn more about his mysterious past. Support the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the "Behind the Shoji" after-show an...
S2E12: Silk and Shadows
Podcast of the Five Rings - November 29, 2020 19:10 - 1 hourOur samurai have their audience with the Scorpion champion Lord Bayushi Shoju. Yoshi's armor gets another serious spiritual treatment. Support the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the "Behind the Shoji" after-show and a bunch of other cool new content! ---SHOW NOTES---...
Yoshi's Tales: Chapter One (Patreon Preview)
Podcast of the Five Rings - November 28, 2020 01:57 - 2 hoursCredits Album Art by Dylon Munoz Music "Rokugan Theme" by Brandon Spain "In the Dojo" by Brandon Spain "Sleepy Little Fishing Town" by Podcast of the Five Rings "Bardic Song" by Brandon Spain "The Staredown" by Podcast of the Five Rings "Kuni Waste Jam" by Podcast of the Five Rings "Bac...
S2E11: The Bastard of Bayushi Castle
Podcast of the Five Rings - November 15, 2020 16:11 - 1 hourOur samurai have to figure their way out of a sticky situation in Ginasutra. Details about their loyal retainer Tsubasa's past finally come to light. Support the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the after-show and a bunch of other cool new content! ---SHOW NOTES--- Kenshi and Buro (w...
Behind the Shoji: S2E10 - Jade Truth (Patreon Preview)
Podcast of the Five Rings - November 01, 2020 07:00 - 21 minutesJoin the Pot5R crew in discussing the crazy events of each new episode in the new Patreon exclusive after show, Behind the Shoji! Huge thanks to our Samurai and Damiyo listeners for your continued support and we hope you enjoy the new bonus content. Don't forget to post your questions in the #be...
Behind the Shoji: S2E10 - Jade Truth
Podcast of the Five Rings - November 01, 2020 07:00 - 21 minutesJoin the Pot5R crew in discussing the crazy events of each new episode in the new Patreon exclusive after show, Behind the Shoji! Huge thanks to our Samurai and Damiyo listeners for your continued support and we hope you enjoy the new bonus content. Don't forget to post your questions i...
S2E10: Jade Truth
Podcast of the Five Rings - November 01, 2020 07:00 - 1 hourDark truths are uncovered by the samurai as they travel through the Scorpion lands on their way to Otosan Uchi. Support the show at patreon.com/pot5r to get access to the after-show and a bunch of other cool new content! ---SHOW NOTES--- Tomo, Buro, Kenshi, and Akari continued north on their j...
S2E9: An Evening of Follies
Podcast of the Five Rings - October 22, 2020 01:31 - 1 hourBuro and Akari recounted the vision they had just had in the ruins of Shiro Usagi to Kenshi, Buro, and their samurai retinue from Kuda Mura. While discussing what it may have meant and what should be done about it, a terrible sound broke out across the logging encampment—the sound of snapping wo...
S2E8: Blood is the Price
Podcast of the Five Rings - October 08, 2020 01:38 - 1 hourTomo, Buro, Kenshi, and Akari set out from Kuda Mura with an entourage of Crab samurai to investigate the angry spirits which were attacking the town. On the road, the samurai had numerous questions about the party’s expedition to Shiro Hiruma, Togashi Yoshi, and the Lion-Crane War which now rag...
S2E7: Broken Oaths, Bitter Roots
Podcast of the Five Rings - September 24, 2020 01:55 - 1 hourTomo, Buro, Kenshi, and Akari rode north toward Beiden Pass, and away from the Crab lands. One night while camping out on the Kuni Wastes, Akari confessed that she was feeling conflicted about the events which transpired with her father. She relented that the life of a samurai was full of contra...
S2E6: Dust & Steel
Podcast of the Five Rings - September 10, 2020 00:00 - 55 minutesTomo, Buro, and Kenshi had just departed Bright Spring Fort when Akari came galloping up the road behind them. “Hurry”, she said, “we have to go!” A couple miles down the road, the party spotted six figures on horses charging toward them. They turned to run from their pursuers, but soon realize...
S2E5: Gone
Podcast of the Five Rings - August 27, 2020 02:00 - 53 minutesTomo, Buro, and Kenshi were brought in to see Kuni Chiyagi as they were preparing to depart Bright Spring Fort. The air in his study was thick and uncomfortable as the colossal man searched for the correct words to express his complicated emotions. It was clear he had many things to say to the p...
S2E4: Footsteps in the Night
Podcast of the Five Rings - August 13, 2020 01:53 - 1 hourBuro, Tomo, Kenshi, and their tutor, Kuni Chiyagi, sat in front of the spirit of Togashi Yoshi, now bound to his Topaz Armor. The Martyr Monk recounted the horrible darkness of Jigoku, the endless torment and misery, the boundless strife and turmoil, and a pain so deep no mortal could bear to im...
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