Ep. 1: Recap of early series events including Manji and Rin's initial encounters

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This 2008 recap details the beginning of the series, covering the death of Manji's sister Machi and his subsequent slaughter of the responsible ronin. It also depicts the massacre of the Asano family and Rin Asano's first meeting with Yaobikuni before she seeks out Manji. The narrative follows Manji's decision to assist Rin, culminating in her encounter with Sabato Kuroi and his eventual slaying by Manji. These events establish the foundational backstory and character motivations that drive the early plot forward, providing context for the ongoing conflict and relationships between the main figures involved in the story.