Matchmaking in Rokugan

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Matchmaking in Rokugan
Shika Matchmakers are hardly the only match-makers in Rokugan—while they possess unique abilities, the job is done by many people, and the process has certain similarities in many parts of Rokugan. A matchmaker, or nakōdo, meets with noble patrons who seek guidance in forming familial, financial, political, or romantic relationships. Using a method of introduction called hashikake, the matchmaker hosts meetings to determine the strength of a pairing. If the exchange goes smoothly, the matchmaker plays the role of mediator, eventually stepping back to monitor the relationship from afar