The Eternal Knot

by Marie Brennan

The monks of the Togashi Order are known for their wisdom, their strength, their mystery, and the superhuman powers they gain from their unique tattoos. For Togashi Kazue, completing her training is only the beginning— discovering the true power of her enigmatic tattoo may be the true test.

Accompanied by the experienced monk Togashi Mitsu, Kazue embarks on a journey to learn the power of the newly acquired knot design on her forehead. When Kazue discovers the danger her tattoo poses to others, she contemplates the unthinkable. But she soon learns that attempting to deny her destiny is the truly dangerous path.

Discover the path of the Dragon in “The Eternal Knot” by Marie Brennan, a new novella set in the world of Legend of the Five Rings!

Genres: Fantasy

105 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 25, 2019

About the author

Marie Brennan a.k.a. M.A. Carrick

Marie Brennan is a former anthropologist and folklorist who shamelessly pillages her academic fields for material. She recently misapplied her professors' hard work to Turning Darkness Into Light, a sequel to the Hugo Award-nominated series The Memoirs of Lady Trent. As half of M.A. Carrick, she is also the author of The Mask of Mirrors, first in the Rook and Rose trilogy. For more information, visit swantower.com, Twitter @swan_tower, or her Patreon.

Reviews

[Tamori Hyoma · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great Togashi Monk Primer for the rpg and general lore of Rokugan in the New L5R game! Also advances the metaplot in a subtle but significant way. Interesting characters with even more interesting interactions, minimal combat/action, a lot of philosophy and introspection, the definite Togashi Order hallmarks.

[Scott Watson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great little story in the world of L5R, these quick easy reads give a little insight into the clans of the world, the Dragon being my favourite i was looking forward to this and i wasn't disappointed!

[Robert Woford · Rating 5 out of 5]

These short novels that Fantasy Flight is publishing are quite good. If you are interested in a mythic asian style story all of them have been at least good, even for readers who are not followers of the various games.

[Cameron · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this book as both an intro into the Dragon Clan and for the character's story.

[Carl Grider · Rating 4 out of 5]

I would probably give more like 3.5 stars. I enjoyed it but at times predictable for me.

[Dennis]

FAntastic book, well balanced and Good pace.