The Ide Archives are a crucial repository of historical records associated with the Unicorn Clan and disputes over territory, particularly regarding contested mines. The archives house a vast collection of treaties, journals, and historical accounts, including the Treaty of White Shores Lake, which outlines ownership of the Snow Plain.
The climate around the archives is tense due to the ongoing conflict between the Unicorn Clan and Lion Clan Clans, with the Scorpion Clan also asserting claims over the same lands. Currently, the archives are temporarily inaccessible due to the war, raising concerns about the completeness of available records.
The Ide Archives were referenced during arbitration proceedings as a potential source of comprehensive documentation regarding the mines, especially in light of gaps in the Shinjo archives. Ide Subane noted that the archives likely held better data but were currently unreachable. Legal negotiations involved multiple parties presenting evidence, including claims based on documents believed to be stored in the Ide Archives. The potential existence of a secret treaty and various journals related to the Battle of the Snow Plain were central to discussions, with magistrates and advocates relying on the credibility of the archives to substantiate their claims.