In a timeless era of conflict and the machinations of lords and scheming factions, two brothers clash over a feud that will go far beyond their sibling squabbles, and perhaps decide the fate of an empire...
In a timeless era of conflict and the machinations of lords and scheming factions, two brothers clash over a feud that will go far beyond their sibling squabbles, and perhaps decide the fate of an empire...
While the nefarious Toad and his unwilling companion, warrior Lady Mao, continue their hunt, a loan sumÅtori wanders the countryside, hoping to catch up with Lady Mao and once more prove he is a great fighter, and not a slovenly drunkard...
Disgraced and exiled, Richu now stalks mountain paths, hunting for a legendary sword master.
Meanwhile, Nintoko, his victorious brother wages war in his father's name, against the feral warriors of the Bear Clan.
In chapter 1, under the judgmental eyes of their daimyo father, brothers Nintoko and Richu square off, their fates long since decided.
Or so it seems...