Welcome to the world of "The Legend of the Five Rings", a tabletop RPG set in a fantasy

version of feudal Japan. In this scenario guideline, we will be creating a one-shot adventure
that will introduce your players to the world of Rokugan and the mechanics of the game.

Scenario Title: The Missing Heir

Synopsis: The daimyo of a small, but influential, clan has gone missing. His heir, a young
samurai named Akira, has been tasked with finding him and bringing him back. But as Akira
begins his investigation, he discovers a web of intrigue and betrayal that threatens to tear his
clan apart.

Setting: The adventure takes place in the lands of the Crane Clan, a powerful clan known for
their artistry and diplomacy. The players will begin in the city of Toshi Ranbo, the capital of
Rokugan, and the seat of the Emperor's power.

Characters: The players will create characters from the Samurai caste, either as members of
the Crane Clan or as members of other clans who have been hired to assist in the
investigation.

Objectives: The players must assist Akira in finding his missing father and uncovering the
truth behind his disappearance. Along the way, they will encounter a variety of challenges,
including rival samurai, court intrigue, and dangerous criminals.

Encounters:

1. The players arrive in Toshi Ranbo and are met by Akira. He explains the situation and
asks for their help in finding his father.
2. The players visit the daimyo's estate and begin to investigate. They discover that the
daimyo had recently made several enemies, including a rival daimyo who seeks to
take control of his lands.
3. The players attend a formal court reception, where they must use their social skills to
gather information and gain allies. They may also encounter other samurai who are
competing for the favor of the Emperor.
4. The players are ambushed by a group of bandits who have been hired to prevent them
from discovering the truth about the daimyo's disappearance.
5. The players discover a hidden chamber beneath the daimyo's estate, where they
uncover evidence of a conspiracy to overthrow the Crane Clan and seize control of
their lands.

Conclusion: The players successfully locate the missing daimyo and uncover the truth behind
his disappearance. They also manage to thwart the conspiracy and bring the conspirators to
justice. The Crane Clan is saved from disaster, and the players earn the gratitude of Akira and
his clan.