The Sparrow can not stay isolated

I truly believe that Sparrow cannot stay isolated in their lands from the rest of the worlds.  First of all we must know what dangers are out there.  It will not do be be like an ostrich with it's head in the sand.  We cannot simply ignore the world.

Personally, I think it would be an advantage to have an alliance with the Lion.  The Crane found it convenient to have an alliance with the Wasps who were on the Lion and Scorpion border.  So it would be convenient for the Lion to have an alliance with the Sparrow who border the Scorpion, and Lion lands.

Another thing is that if the Sparrow were to choose a Daiymo of their clan who had been adopted into the Lion clan, it would present a shift in policy.  First off, it would be an honor for the Lion clan since one of theirs was choosen to lead the clan.  Also, it would signal a greater alliance with the Lion.

Though I must say I do admire the Crane Harriers.  Though I don't think the Sparrow should engage in sabotage.  Since we are a small clan we have to face the fact that we very well may be outnumbered in battle.