Shinshioka Scientific Society

Often referred to by players as simply "the Society", the Shinshioka Scientific Society is generally peaceful. They possess a property in Shinshioka called Taira Mansion, made out of luxurious wood. Kiku of the White Crane Order brings Seiki to Taira mansion in an attempt for Ichikeya, The White Crane Order, and the Society to recruit him. After Seiki's duel with Hiro, Taira Mansion is invaded by the West Defenders, who are looking for a unique bladed called the Horn of the Ox Demon.

The society publishes a journal containing their findings. It costs three gold a month to subscribe.

Kazuki (ninja)
Kazuki is a high-level player, described as a thin scholarly man in blue. Seiki assumes he is the leader of the Society.

Ikumi (houshi)
She is described as slightly older than Kiku, dressed in pale green. Ikumi is also in Taira Mansion when the clans try to recruit Seiki. She heals him after his bout with Hiro. As the West Defenders stormed Taira Mansion, she teleports Seiki, together with the Horn of the Demon Ox out to his room at Central Crossing. Ikumi claims to have six more twin sisters, all of whom Seiki believes are actually the same person, a fact none of them ever admit to:


 * Izumi, dressed in red
 * Irumi of the Crafters Guild, dressed in pale yellow
 * Ibumi of the Court Minstrels, dressed in purple