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...
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.