noun
legend of a fugitive clan
Refers to a folk legend about a defeated clan or group that fled and lived in hiding, often in remote areas. The term is a fixed compound.
この村には平家の落人伝説が残っている。
A legend of fugitive Heike clan members remains in this village.
Compound of 落人 (おちゅうど, 'fugitive, defeated warrior in hiding') and 伝説 (でんせつ, 'legend').