Ep. 41: Oboro reveals Takasugi and Kamui are Nobunobu's pawns, forming new alliances.
Aired on January 20, 2016
In the thirty-sixth installment of the Shogun Assassination Arc, specifically the seventh part, the narrative focuses on a critical confrontation involving Oboro. He approaches Takasugi to deliver a harsh truth regarding their current situation. Oboro asserts that both he and Kamui are merely instruments manipulated by Nobunobu. This revelation serves to shift the dynamics of their allegiance. Consequently, Oboro aligns himself with Takasugi, establishing a new partnership. The Yata-Garasu also joins this emerging alliance, marking a significant turn in the ongoing conflict. This development underscores the theme of manipulation and the struggle for autonomy against higher powers.
Episodes
- Ep. 37 · Gintoki and Shogun Discuss Responsibility in Iga During Assassination Arc
- Ep. 38 · The Odd Jobs protect the shogun as Takasugi and Kamui unite after Abuto appears
- Ep. 39 · Gintoki and Kagura confront Takasugi and Kamui while Sa-chan and Zenzou suffer critical injuries.
- Ep. 40 · Gintoki and Takasugi confront their past while Takasugi is attacked by Oboro
- Ep. 41 · Oboro reveals Takasugi and Kamui are Nobunobu's pawns, forming new alliances.
- Ep. 42 · Nobunobu assumes shogunate power as allies depart following the Shogun Assassination Arc conclusion
- Ep. 43 · The Day the Demon Cried marks episode 308 in the Farewell Shinsengumi Arc Part One
- Ep. 44 · Katsura plans to defeat Nobunobu to restore Edo's former glory
- Ep. 45 · Katsura, Kondo, and Matsudaira collaborate to evade execution in episode 310