The air in Kage no Shima is thick with the scent of blood and the promise of violence.
RŌNIN is a rules-lite tabletop RPG set in a mythical, samurai-inspired world. Based on the MÖRK BORG system, RŌNIN is a game of honour, combat, and adventure.
In a world ravaged by an eternal eclipse and overrun by supernatural creatures known as yōkai, players take on the roles of forgotten ronin, shinobi, onmyoji, and more as they seek to restore their honour and defeat the forces of darkness.
Parrying adds a new layer to combat, Seppuku let's you regain your lost honour. Resurrection gives you a new chance at life but only if you can overcome a great foe. Honour allows you to follow strict tenets encouraging decisions and moral dilemmas which even influence your next character!
Kage no Shima is a richly detailed island that blends Edo Period Japan with dark fantasy elements, creating a unique and immersive world that is perfect for players of all levels.
10 Classes
Erudite Samurai, Forgotten Rōnin, Drunken Monk, Corrupted Shinobi, Bakuto and more. All with unique tenets and abilities!
Yokai
Mythical monsters from Japanese folklore, test out those sharpened blades on things like Kappa, Oni and Skeleton Rōnin...
New Mechanics
Honour, Parrying, Seppuku, Haiku, Meditation, Blood Feuds, Duelling, Learning from a Sensei and much more!
Lot's of F*@ing Tables
Shrines, Nicknames, Critical Injuries, Encounters, Adventure Hooks, Traps, Weather, Loot and more!
Weapons
It wouldn't be a Kurosawa blood-fest without weapons. We've got everything from Katana's and Shuriken to Matchlock Pistols and Steel Fans.
immersive art
Featuring illustrations from some of the most talented artists in the industry, bringing the world of Rōnin to life.
Expansions
Rōnin: Densetsu - Digital Edition
伝説 A Rōnin Expansion
A 300+ page expansion to Rōnin chronicling the legends, warriors, and traditions of Kage no Shima.
This book explores mini-adventures drawn from authentic Japanese folklore, new character classes, legendary weapons, sacred relics, mythic rituals, detailed landmarks, cultural events, and expanded game mechanics.
A must-have for those who seek to carve their own legend in the land where myth and reality blur.
Digital extras include:
- Kage no Shima Map
- Double Sided Character Sheet
- GM Screen
- Quick Reference Cards
You will also receive a digital version through DriveThruRPG.
Rōnin: The Book of Yō - Digital Edition
妖 A Rōnin Expansion
This is no mere bestiary. It is an expansion to Rōnin, a record of 100 yōkai, their stories, abilities, and the lingering curses they leave behind.
Inside, you’ll find dark rituals, forbidden texts, possession & corruption mechanics, fortune tables, and new (some non-combat) resurrection encounters in Yomi.
Digital extras include:
- Kage no Shima Map
- Double Sided Character Sheet
- GM Screen
- Quick Reference Cards
You will also receive a digital version through DriveThruRPG.
