Courts of the Crane Clan

They stated that there would be 4 different themes over the Arc. So we already had Scouts first then Duelist. Now we get Magistrates and one more to be announce in a later expansion.

I like this Sensei. It lays a solid foundation for different kind of control based military deck. We are spoiled with no SH stat penalties again, and I dont mind it not having battle ability, since you should playing Way of the Cranes and Dragons from your hand anyway. As for comparison to Tadanobu... I feel extra force for most opposed battles is worth equal or even more than a couple cards you may draw.

We are only a couple of decent mags away from full lineup for a deck. Also I feel theres enough dishonor around too, and with Small Time Bully as utility holding and The Company You Keep (have been wanting to play this a long time) you can really force your opponent into difficult decisions.

Agreed, Scouts are already pretty good with the geisha sensei anyway, its not even needed. Maybe we have Courtier Sensei among those 4 all clan Senseis in 20F left...

Hmm... Interesting. I love Hakuseki and this sensei is a good way to honor her.

But I want Courtier sensei! Where is my Shikishi (or Yoshi) sensei?

Yeah, the old one... He is really bad.
I think that he should be doing something with Imperial favor, like his abilities on personality cards.

Best ability for courtier sensei would be something like Kyuden Otomo XP. I really miss that stronghold.