The Emerald Magistrates directly impose Imperial Law upon the land. Their jurisdiction has no boundaries and their actions are reversed only by the Emperor and the Emerald Champion. Appointments to the Emerald Magistrates are sometimes handled through politics and bribes, as the prestige of an Emerald Magistrate can elevate his entire family.
Source
Source Book
Clan School
Replaces
Any Bushi, Courtier, or Shugenja School, Rank 4
School Techniques
Honor Is My Shield - Those who enforce the Emperor’s laws are among the most virtuous souls, and that is their protection. You gain Reduction equal to half your Honor Rank, rounded up. This effect is cumulative with Reduction you may have from other sources, including armor. Note: This Path will frequently be taken by bushi characters. If the character is from a School that makes attacks Simple Actions at Rank 4, a generous GM may opt to let the character select this Path at Rank 3 or Rank 5 instead.
Requirements
Investigation 3, Lore: Law 3, and must receive an appointment as an Emerald Magistrate before this Path can be entered
Alternate Path Special
Members of the Imperial families may ignore one Skill Rank requirement
Path Technique Rank
4