Ep. 26: The remaining samurai engage in the final battle, with only three surviving the conflict.
Aired on December 25, 2004

The narrative reaches its conclusion as the final battle commences. Armed with their swords, spirits, and determination, the remaining samurai confront the finale. The intense conflict results in a significant loss of life, with only three samurai emerging alive from the encounter. This event marks the end of the era for the group, highlighting the high stakes and fatal nature of the final confrontation.
Episodes
- Ep. 22 · Samurai faction deepens rift as Ayamaro reveals Ukyo's plan
- Ep. 23 · Kambei and allies depart Firefly House to wage war on the capital while Katsushiro confronts Ukyo's arsonists.
- Ep. 24 · Katsushiro and villagers prepare for battle while Kambei organizes travel to the capital
- Ep. 25 · Kambei and the samurai assault the capital while Katsushiro and Heihachi prepare explosives.
- Ep. 26 · The remaining samurai engage in the final battle, with only three surviving the conflict.