A very good book expounding on the role of government during the 4th edition era, including the origin, duties and powers of the Shogun. In addition to the cultural and political details covered in this book, it also provides six "lost minor clans". The book gives a good overview of these clans from their inception through their (possible) destruction. Any would be applicable in any era, with most being a great option for players who want to get their characters into a clan at its inception, or for gamemasters who want an antagonist which their players can destroy without upsetting the greater Empire.

I was very pleased I bought the “Imperial Archives” supplement for the Legend of the 5 Rings game. The supplement provided a vast amount of information about the minor clans that was long overdue and not only presented it in a very accessible layout but a graphically pleasing one as well. The amount of detail will not leave the buyer disappointed. I would wholeheartedly recommend it to any other gamer who was interested in this system.

Dwellyn Myrddin