Were Ito Takuya unfortunate enough to lose his heir, Ito Itsunagi, Ito Sadako might be worthy enough to take his place. Not as driven or arrogant as Itsunagi, she is exceptionally cunning and devious, even for a member of the Ito. She has seen firsthand the powerplay that pushes the leaders of the Ito clan against one another. Sadako believes that when the dust settles, she could claim the mantle of daimyo and that if she can’t, she is well-schooled enough in the art of deception to announce a successor on her terms.

However, Sadako’s weakness lies in battle rather than in court. She feels an irresistible urge to be in the thick of the action, where life and death balance on the thinnest of edges. Gone are her calm and calculating schemes, replaced by the urge for all to see her emerge victorious atop the corpses of her enemies.

Sakaguchi’s relationship with her nest of snakes is different to the rest of the clan. The snakes are ammunition, projectiles to be expended and forgotten. Most die after being released from her serpentine bow. This callous act doesn’t seem to diminish their affection for Sakaguchi. But are they real snakes? Or some manifestation of Orochi’s wicked power? Only Sakaguchi has the answers to this.The Ophidian Arrow Ki Feat gives an incredible array of options. As well as providing a superb archer, the ability to add more models to your warband for no Rice Cost and send them hurling across the battlefield is invaluable.

Mamushi’s ophidian snake form is unique in Jwar in that he gives a warning rattle from his tail before he strikes, and his colours are unlike anything seen before. The Ito considers this a great omen demonstrating that Orochi’s power has extended beyond the Empire, incorporating far-away forms. They always believed Orochi’s power was vast and her reach long, and this new type of warrior now proves what their faith has long sustained. Ito Mamushi is blessed, a favourite of both the Temple and the Shisai and is accorded the requisite formalities. Traditionally the Ito sneer at using the Yari as a weapon, but Mamushi’s lethality and skill with it are deadly enough that he remains unchallenged in that regard.

Mamushi offers Ito players a new Samurai, especially welcome in The Blessed theme. The ability to automatically apply Frightened Markers gives easy access to a new debuff and his 4 Melee and Feint (1) makes him a great combatant. He is self-sufficient, starting with an additional 2 Ki tokens, so he needs little or no support to hold a point.

Haruto is a rarity among the Ito as he is well-liked and often overlooked when others are targeted for familial assassination. Perhaps it’s because he seeks only to do his duty as a samurai? Thus removing himself from all the incessant Ito infighting? Or maybe he’s canny enough to project one and cloak the other?

Haruto on the tabletop has a profile you may expect from a medium-cost samurai. The advantage is that all of his abilities have great synergy with the Ito faction as a whole. Give out poison? Haruto has Combo Attack so you can apply more poison! He has the Ito’s usual excellent Move of five. Still, not having the Melee Penalty for running means he can really move to claim ground without being disadvantaged. His Disengage Unique Effect plays amazingly well with the Ito’s tactics. Rounded out with Armour (2) and a pair of enviable Ki Feats Haruto is sure to be a common sight in Lords of Izu lists.

Blister contains one miniature, 30mm plastic base and full colour profile card.

Bushido is a game of savage battles, of cunning stratagems and last-ditch defences, and where debts of honour are paid in blood.

In Bushido, the fate of the world hangs not on armies but on individual heroes, people of extraordinary capacity, attuned to the all-permeating life force known as Ki. This force is the fabric of the Bushido universe, and those with the appropriate training or natural talent can tap into this energy source and gain seemingly superhuman powers. In the world of Bushido, the delicate tapestry of Ki – and thus the universe itself – is threatened by the forces of imbalance, and it is up to you to protect it – or help rip it apart.

In a game of Bushido, nothing less than the fate of the universe is at stake. Are you ready for the challenge of the Way of the Warrior?

Note: this product is made of resin. Box contains:

• 10 miniatures and bases
• 30 full colour cards
• 1 token set
• 1 rules booklet (Full colour, A5 sized, unabridged)

Itsunagi is having a profound effect on the Ito. While many revere him as the chosen of Orochi, others envy his position and plot his downfall. The clan, it seems, is divided and conflicted. Koburai is neither; he respects Itsunagi’s leadership style without question. Likewise, Koburai respects Itsunagi’s fighting prowess and seeks nothing more than to emulate it; he even wields twin blades like his hero. The swiftness of the snake manifests itself to the Ito clan in many ways, and Koburai, it seems, is blessed by both speed and reflex. Koburai can draw his weapon, strike and return to a ready stance before the blood has even begun to flow. He’s been known to avoid the stealthiest of traps and even reacts before enemy magic has a chance to bring him down.

Koburai has the Hayai Ki Feat; this allows him to strike before the opponent can react. This means he can negate any Instant or Active effects such as Ki Feats or Event Cards. The Hayai Ki Feat is a powerful effect and can likewise prevent enemy defensive abilities. However, all of this comes at a cost as he suffers from the Impetuous Trait meaning Koburai is sometimes predictable and possibly easy to outmanoeuvre, no matter his alacrity.

Blister contains one miniature, 30mm base and full colour profile card.

The Shisai and Samurai of the Ito clan feel no fear, even in the heart of enemy territories, when they are escorted by the Jade Mamba Guard. Their loyalty to the rulers of Izu is total and unquestionable. Their number made up of the faithful of Orochi and a strict selection process ensures that only the best remain and are allowed to take on the honor of guarding the Ito elite. Although the training is a closely guarded secret it is whispered that the final test for the recruit is to put his or her hand into a basket containing the deadly Jade Mamba, if the prospect’s loyalty is not total they are bitten and left to die in excruciating agony.

Blister contains one miniature, 30mm base and full colour profile card.

How the transformation will take hold no one can be sure, Akimoto is taking on the very image of Orochi. In the heat of the battle his allies claim he transforms further, this claim is supported by the opponents that flee in terror in the face of his onslaught.

Blister contains one miniature, 30mm base and full colour profile card.

The Children of Orochi serve in his temples, young Ito pledged to their father, they give everything including their souls to the Great Coiled One, in the hope that he will bestow them with his favour and change their imperfect forms which they are cursed to wear until they proven themselves worthy. So devoted to him that his chosen are able to use their bodies as conduits of his power, further extending his react and the power of Shisai.

Blister contains one miniature, 30mm base and full colour profile card.

Chiyo has distinguished herself further from her fellow Temple Bushi, she quickly mastered the art of the Asp Strike and her spirit and determination to return to the fray when knocked down has been noted by her superiors.

Blister contains one miniature, 30mm base and full colour profile card.

Important: this model is included in the Faction Starter Set.

Blister contains one miniature supplied with a 30mm base and full colour profile card.

Important: this model is included in the Faction Starter Set and the Two-player Starter Set.

Blister contains one miniature supplied with a 30mm base and full colour profile card.

Important: this model is included in the Faction Starter Set and the Two-player Starter Set.

Blister contains one miniature supplied with a 30mm base and full colour profile card.

Many have failed to notice the snake like qualities of Ayako so beguiled by her beauty, the Ito could probably have married into a greater clan before her transformation. A Shisai of the highest order, when she combines strength with her sisters she can become nigh-unstoppable.

Blister contains one miniature, 30mm base and full colour profile card.

A curse to some and a blessing to others! Azami, it seems, is blessed with the dread countenance of Orochi. When she turns to face her foes, scores are fixed in terror, unable to defend or even think of an attack! She fights with an entangling chain rather than a noble weapon, using the weighted ends to crack skulls and bones. The spiralling motion of her chain captures her foes as if they were ensnared in the coils of the snake.

Azami is a great model to send against the enemies finest warriors as she negates their parry. Even the bravest Samurai may fail a test against her Fear (6) with the Terror trait. This allows her to reliably grapple enemies, inflicting severe penalties in melee while a second model comes to finish the enemy off. She also has Lightfooted and Jump Up, ensuring she can always get to her target. Azami is an ideal addition to the Ito Starter Box and fits the Serpents Coil theme as a combat model.

Blister contains one miniature supplied with a 30mm base and full colour profile card.

Risen Sun Faction dice, featuring high quality engraved and painted detailing. Attack dice see faction specific design and defence dice celebrate the Risen Sun. Packs contain 6 Attack dice and 6 Defence dice.

The discovery of an ancient temple dedicated to the Snake God, Orochi, has set the Ito on a course of rebellion against the ruling Takashi Clan and their allies. At home on the jungle island of Izu, they practice honeyed words, laced with poisonous flattery, while plotting the downfall of their enemies. Imbued with the serpentine skills of speed, venom and cunning, the Ito Clan are a coiled snake around the throats of their enemies, squeezing ever tighter. Renowned for their duplicity and untrustworthiness, it would be unwise to turn your back on the Ito Clan as you’ll never know when they may strike, but strike they will.

Box contains five miniatures supplied with 30mm bases and eleven full colour cards.

This pack contains 20 special cards to customise your Bushido Warband:

• 6 Enhancement cards
• 7 Equipment cards
• 5 Event cards
• 2 Theme cards

A seasoned veteran of many conflicts and a loyal servant of the Ito clan. On the battlefield Hitoshi skilfully wields the sasumata to immobilise his enemies, pinning them to the spot after knocking them from their feet with a deft spin of his pole arm, enabling his comrades to close and finish them with little difficulty. Although the Ito clan were laughed at by other clans for their development and implementation of the sasumata, now in open war many are made to reconsider their opinions as the effectiveness of this unusual weapon cannot be denied.

Blister contains one miniature, 30mm base and full colour profile card.