The Yōken Empire is one that most people point to when referring to besting the test of time. It is Ni'Hel's oldest nation by far, outlasting many others by pure guile, superior magics and sheer discipline. Its riches, in the form of lost knowledge, gemstones and rare metals, are the stuff of legends and contemporary lore. The noble warrior-women in the service of the empress are also part of the alluring whispers of the west. This section contains most of the history of the empire, its traditions and customs, as well as some popular and obscure legends and tales that come from the Land of Flowing Steel.