Shinkoku: The Eastern Realms

SHINKOKU: EASTERN REALMSA Fifth Edition Compatible Campaign Setting Inspired by Edo-Period Japan and Classical MythologyEnter the Divine Land of Shinkoku, a realm where ancient kami watch from hidden shrines, oni stalk the boundaries of the spirit world, and seven rival domains struggle for power beneath the fading authority of the Divine Emperor.Inspired by the history, mythology, and folklore of Edo-period Japan, Shinkoku: Eastern Realms presents a complete fantasy campaign setting built for the fifth-edition rules framework. Explore a land shaped by the Five Elemental Phases, master new forms of magic, and confront the growing corruption spreading from the spirit realm of Kakuriyo.Inside this book you'll find:• Five original character classes:Onmyoji — masters of elemental and spiritual magicKannagi — shrine maidens chosen by the kamiShinobi — spies, assassins, and masters of infiltrationBushi — warriors who follow the path of honorYamabushi — mountain ascetics and oni hunters• Seven fully developed realms, each with unique rulers, cultures, political conflicts, and adventure opportunities• The Five-Phase Magic System, inspired by the classical Go-Gyo philosophy of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water• The Heavenly Wind Principle, a unique magical tradition focused on storms, movement, and spiritual currents• New spells, rituals, magical items, backgrounds, weapons, armor, and character options• The Oni Tag system, allowing Game Masters to create spiritually corrupted monsters, villains, and supernatural threats across any creature type• Adventure seeds and campaign hooks tied directly to the political struggles of Shinkoku• The Spirit Jade War, an ongoing conflict between mountain and coastal domains that threatens the future of the realmWhether you wish to play a wandering ronin, a shrine guardian blessed by the kami, a court diviner unraveling ancient conspiracies, or a shinobi navigating the shadows of political intrigue, Shinkoku offers a rich world of mythic adventure, spiritual mystery, and deadly conflict.The balance between the mortal world and the spirit realm is failing.The kami grow silent.The oni grow stronger.The future of Shinkoku awaits.Shinkoku: Eastern RealmsA Fifth Edition Compatible Campaign SettingFive New Character Classes • Seven Warring Realms • Complete Spell Lists • New Magic Systems • Oni and Spirit Lore • Adventure Hooks and Campaign FrameworksCompatible with the 5.1 System Reference Document. Read more