Ep. 7: Shogun's Tournament Turns Deadly as Lord Tokugawa Attacks Kyo
Aired on August 13, 2002
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The atmosphere shifts dramatically during the shogun's tournament when Lord Tokugawa launches an attack against Kyo. This violent incident reveals a shocking truth about the lord's true nature. He is not acting independently but is instead a being controlled by one of Nobunaga's henchmen. This revelation alters the course of events and exposes the hidden influence of Nobunaga's forces within the tournament. The confrontation highlights the dangerous political machinations at play, as the seemingly authoritative figure is merely a puppet for a subordinate of the infamous warlord.
Episodes
- Ep. 3 · Assassins terrorize the village, forcing Kyoshiro to unleash Demon Eyes Kyo's power.
- Ep. 4 · Kyo fully possesses Kyoshiro, leading to a meeting with Yukimura Sanada and an attack by Mahiro.
- Ep. 5 · Mahiro confronts Kyo regarding her sister's death while uncovering hidden truths.
- Ep. 6 · Yukimura persuades Kyo to join the Shogun's tournament at Hibiya Bay
- Ep. 7 · Shogun's Tournament Turns Deadly as Lord Tokugawa Attacks Kyo
- Ep. 8 · The gang follows Lord Tokugawa beneath the castle while Benitora finds a Murimasa
- Ep. 9 · Kyo and Yukimura clash while Miguera proposes an alliance among Muramasa carriers.
- Ep. 10 · Kyo and companions seek his body in the forest while Yuya investigates a scarred man linked to his brother's death.
- Ep. 11 · Pneumatic Shin-Kage-Ryu school name origin and teacher's departure from Tokugawa service