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When the old man finishes his story, he smiles
and walks away, leaving the PC(s) to tend to their
business.
The PC(s) begin collecting water from the lake.
As they do so the lake water ripples turn into waves
that splash the group. Suddenly, a mighty burst of
water reveals a large water serpent roars loudly and
rears its head and begins attacking the group.
GM NOTE: This serpent is an Advanced Level Ni-
hon No Ryu (Found on page 194 of the Ninja vs.
Samurai RPG GM Manual)
PART 4 “Free and Clear”
Location: Takashiro Compound
The group rides back to the Takashiro compound
with the necessary ingredients to break the bondage
of the magic rope. Before Kiyo Manata can be re-
leased, the PC(s) must mix the ingredients to create
the concoction.
Once completed the the PC(s) pour it over the
ropes. If the concoction is mixed correctly the ropes
will instantly dissolve. After Kiyo Manata is re-
leased from bondage he reluctantly thanks the PC(s).
He gets up, brushing himself of and walks over to his
armor and begins dressing.
KIYO MANATA
Now, the final portion of our quest is to reclaim my
Kabuto. This will be dangerous. We are going
against the ninja Itsumi. She is a clever and re-
sourceful ninja who is a master strategist on top of
her many skills. I’ve been battling this nuisance for
many years, however, she always finds a way to es-
cape. You will help me capture her, and I will deal
with her the way I should have so many years ago.
We will head Southwest to Yamaguchi. Itsumi can
be found near Yasaka Lake. She should be alone.
We will go now.
PART 5 “Finding Itsumi”
Location: Yasaka Lake
Yasaka Lake is on the border between Yamagu-
chi and Hiroshima. After a short horse ride there, the
group is face-to-face with a lone Inn. It is quite pop- Manata will order them to stand down.
ular and very loud. Kiyo Manata’s expression has
not changed since he was released from his roped-
prison. He is visibly angry and stoic.
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KIYO MANATA
Go inside. Find Itsumi, and tell her that her trouble-
some ways are over. I will be waiting for her here.
Itsumi wears a white, silk sash with a red trim on the
edge around her neck. Invite her outside for a duel.
She’s never been able to resist a fight.
When the PC(s) go inside they will observe a
party-like atmosphere. They should search the place
for someone who looks like the person Manata de-
scribed. When they find her, they should invite her
outside as Manata ordered. When they find and ap-
proach her, Itsumi will interrupt the PC(s) invitation.
GM NOTE: Itsumi can be found upstairs sitting
alone at a table enjoying a cup of tea.
ITSUMI
So, Manata-san has sent his lackeys to do his dirty
work? No honor in that. Tell me, were you able to
save your precious master or are you here to ask me
to do it for you? Run home and tell him come him-
self. Oh wait… he probably can’t.
ITSUMI
A DUEL!!! Well… the Takashiro sent soldiers with
true grit this time. Fine… lead the way.
When the PC(s) and Itsumi go outside, Kiyo
Manata will be standing in the middle of the street
waiting for them. Itsumi will burst into laughter at
the first sight of him.
ITSUMI
Master Manata! I am to guess that you are here for
your precious helmet, correct?
KIYO MANATA
It ends now, Itsumi.
ITSUMI
Such strong words.
Itsumi confidently walks towards Kiyo Manata
until she takes a stance just out of fighting range. As
she approaches, Manata assumes a fighting stance of
his own, placing his hands on his sword in prepara-
tion to draw. The two stare each other down waiting
for the other to make the first move.
GM NOTE: If any of the PC(s) try to interfere Kiyo