Spy (GM)

Being designated a spy is problematic for many samurai. By definition, a spy uses deception and subterfuge to gather information, and they may even employ more sinister methods, such as blackmail or extortion, to achieve assigned objectives. Such nefarious and underhanded methods naturally fly in the face of the Bushido tenets of Sincerity, Righteousness, and Honour. Indeed, some particularly honorable samurai will commit seppuku before acceding to their lord's wish for them to act as a spy, no matter how great the need.  That said, many samurai have fewer qualms and accept the harm to their honour if that is the duty assigned by their superiors.
In reality, most spies do little more than simply observe and report on events and happenings of interest to their superiors. Some, however, go on to develop more sophisticated methods and techniques, including using stealth and disguises to enter places that are otherwise off-limits to them, and communicating crucial and sensitive information by means of complex ciphers and codes.
Assigned by Damiyo, clan champions, magistrates, and clandestine organizations surreptitiously task a samurai with acting as a spy. Unlike other titles, of course, this is never announced publicly.
Emerald Empire

Type

Professional