Yoritomo Elite Guard

Like all the other Great Clans the Mantis also have an Elite Guard. Formed by Yoritomo shortly after their ascendance to great clan status it is comprimised of the finest bushi the Mantis have to offer. Even though they do not have the same prestige as the Storm Legion they will not be disbanded, as Yoritomo himself called them together. Due to their lower status they are generally assigned to mercenary work. (Samurai p. 50)