Bayushi Kaukatsu

From L5r: Legend of the Five Rings

Bayushi Kaukatsu
Born:	Unknown
Died:	1169
Children	Bayushi Ogura
Titles:	Imperial Chancellor
People

Bayushi Kaukatsu was the Imperial Chancellor, having been chosen by the imperial families after the death of Toturi I. He continued to serve during the reign of Toturi III. He had a son, Bayushi Ogura, who was a member of the Shadowed Tower conspiracy and executed as a traitor.

Kaukatsu is considered one of the most dangerous men in the Empire, though he has never marched into battle. A master of the Scorpion arts of blackmail, rumor and coercion, there were few samurai whose secrets he did not possess, and fewer still that dare to oppose him in court. Kaukatsu prefers to wear a simple half-mask that only covers his upper face.

[edit] Death

Kaukatsu was killed in 1169 during the assault of the Khan Moto Chagatai upon the capital Toshi Ranbo wo Shien Shite Reigisaho. The Chancellor was observing the battle from a balcony when his apartment came under attack from disgruntled gaki spirits. His yojimbo, Bayushi Kwanchai was unable to save Kaukatsu from the vengeful spirits. ([1])

Preceded by: Takuan

Imperial Chancellor 1158 - 1169

Succeeded by: Bayushi Hisoka

[edit] Major References

• The Four Winds, p. 63-4

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