Hiruma family



The Hiruma family was founded by Hiruma.

Loss of the Ancestral Lands
The Hiruma are a sad example of how much the Crab have lost. Until recently, they would venture deep into the Shadowlands, further than most are willing, or able, to go. Through most of history, the Hiruma had been driven by an intense urge to reclaim their ancestral home, lost to the Shadowlands before the Battle of the Cresting Wave. They have no mon or family motto, they cannot live so long as their land is gone. They view death no longer as a vicory for the Shadowlands, but a release from their own shame.

Shinjo Allies
Hiruma - Shinjo marriages were not uncommon as the Hiruma were sent to train in Shinjo schools as their emphasis on speed and stamina is very close to their own teachings.

Hiruma Scouts
They serve as military spies and advance scouts and are able to blend in with their surroundings and watch entire armies pass by undetected, they can run with the stamina of a horse delivering messages to units days apart. Their speed and intelligence gathering abilities are second to none.

Family Katana
The Hiruma family katana, Hiko, was placed in Kyuden Hida where it remained untouched until they had regained their homeland.

Restoration of the Ancestral Lands
In 1130, they fulfilled their quest, and once again, Kyuden Hiruma is filled with the colors of the Crab.

Hiruma Daimyo
The following are the known daimyo of the Hiruma:

Major References

 * Way of the Crab Pages 38-39.
 * Secrets of the Crab Pages 36-38, 42-43.