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★ 7.4/10•2005•24m•TV-MA•Animation•Action & Adventure•Drama
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The story takes place in the year 1614. Two ninja clans, Tsubagakure of the Iga and Manjidani of Kouga, battle each other to determine which grandson of Tokugawa Ieyasu will become the next shogun. The deadly competition between 10 elite ninja from each clan unleashes a centuries-old hatred that threatens to destroy all hope for peace between them.

StatusEnded
Runtime24m
LanguageJA
First Air DateApr 12, 2005

Episodes

Episode 1 - DestinyE124m

Destiny

With Lord Ieyasu calling Ogen and Danjo - leaders of the Iga and Kouga ninja clan, to demonstrate each elite ninja own abilities. Impressed, Ieyasu declares the battle against the clans to determine the next Shogun.

Apr 12, 2005

Episode 2 - Last RendezvousE224m

Last Rendezvous

After the death of both Ogen and Danjo, not knowing they died, Gennosuke and Oboro are planning their wedding that could unite and bring peae to the clans. However, the Iga clan looks forward to the war against the Kouga clan after getting a scroll.

Apr 19, 2005

Episode 3 - The Onslaught of WarE324m

The Onslaught of War

The Iga clan sets out to hunt down and kill Kazamachi, who has the second scroll. With Tenzen leading, some members of the Iga clan plan to make sure no news of the start of war spreads to the Kouga.

Apr 26, 2005

Episode 4 - The Horned OwlE424m

The Horned Owl

Thinking peace will soon come, Gennosuke and Udono celebrate with Oboro and the Igas. However the Iga clan plans to assassinate Gennosuke and Udono during the feast.

May 3, 2005

Episode 5 - The Surprise AttackE524m

The Surprise Attack

The Kouga clan are concerned with Gennosuke stating at Tsubagakure, even they were informed about the peace treaty. They weren't informed about the war that has arise between the clans. Saemon decides to send his younger sister, Okoi to find Gennosuke.

May 10, 2005

Episode 6 - Longing in the RainE624m

Longing in the Rain

The Kougas now knowing something drastic must of happen at Sunpu, decide to investigate knowing that the Igas wouldn't attack their village if there is peace coming. However, as the Igas return home they see Okoi, one of the listed Kouga Ten, and decide to hold her captive.

May 17, 2005

Episode 7 - The Bloodsucking SeductressE724m

The Bloodsucking Seductress

As Rousai pestifers Okoi to find out the fighting abilities of the remaining Kougas alive, Koshiro is sent to tell Oboro that she must meet up with Tenzen. However, when Saemon is able to get into Tsubagakure in the disguise of Yashamaru, what he sees will be the most horrible thing in his life.

May 24, 2005

Episode 8 - Cage of BloodE824m

Cage of Blood

With Tousai dead and lord Teyasu's ninja scroll lost to the Iga, the plan to rip the Kouga apart unnoticed is slowly falling apart. With her dying words, Okoi tells Saemon the registry's true location. Determined to make it out alive, Saemon will hold up his ruse long enough to walk out with the scroll in his hands and take vengeance for his sister's death along the way.

May 31, 2005

Episode 9 - FarewellE924m

Farewell

With the scroll now in Gennosuke's possession, he makes the decision to either engage in war or not. However, with being attacked by Koshiro and the other deadly ninjas, Gennosuke may have a hard time getting out of the village.

Jun 7, 2005

Episode 10 - Divine MandateE1024m

Divine Mandate

Two woman who hate each other and a little boy could possibly be linked to why the Iga and Kouga hate each other this moment..

Jun 14, 2005

Episode 11 - On Their OwnE1124m

On Their Own

Gennosuke returns the scroll to the Iga and issues a challenge that if they attack the Kouga village they will annihilated. The people left can travel to Sunpu and join them. Tenzen accepts the challenge

Jun 21, 2005

Episode 12 - RemembranceE1224m

Remembrance

After blinding Gennosuke, Saemon chases after Hotarubi who misleads him by making him follow her butterflies. A battle disrupts between the two.

Jun 28, 2005

Episode 13 - A Swarm of ButterfliesE1324m

A Swarm of Butterflies

Saemon, now having the appearance of Nenki, begins to confront Hotarubi. As the Kouga ready themselves to continue on to Sunpu, Tenzen knowing they can not wait for Nenki and Harutobi, leads the Igas across the ocean in hopes of stopping Gennosuke before he reaches his destination.

Jul 5, 2005

Episode 14 - Fallen FlowerE1424m

Fallen Flower

As the rest of the Igas cross the sea, Tenzen makes an advance towards Oboro, leaving Koshiro torn between his master and the clan leader. With all the confusion this makes for the perfect opportunity for an enemy to make his move.

Jul 12, 2005

Episode 15 - ReckoningE1524m

Reckoning

Still on the sea, Gyobu uses his art to move around freely to take care of the remaining Iga, but Tenzen proves to be a toilsome foe to kill.

Jul 19, 2005

Episode 16 - First ImpressionsE1624m

First Impressions

At a lighter time before the disintegration of the no-hostlities pact, talk of an arranged marriage stirred the clans, but could one marry a spouse that they have known to be their enemy?

Jul 26, 2005

Episode 17 - Wandering HeartsE1724m

Wandering Hearts

As the Kogas continue their journey to Sunpu, Oboro's hawk flies by carrying a scroll. While two ninjas pursue the hawk, Tenzen makes his move only to find something he did not expect.

Aug 2, 2005

Episode 18 - A Dawn Without LightE1824m

A Dawn Without Light

As Hyoma and Koshiro battle, it is revealed that Hyoma was Gennosuke's mentor teaching him how to use his ability.

Aug 9, 2005

Episode 19 - ConspiracyE1924m

Conspiracy

Oboro and Akeginu discovers the lifeless bodies of Hyoma and Koshiro. Thinking that Koshiro was killed by Hyoma, Akeginu repeatedly stabs the already dead body of Hyoma.

Aug 16, 2005

Episode 20 - River of MercyE2024m

River of Mercy

Akeginu vows revenge on Kagero after Tenzen reveals that Koshiro was killed by Kagero's breath.

Aug 23, 2005

Episode 21 - With All Her HeartE2124m

With All Her Heart

Kagero sets out to kill Oboro, after telling Gennosuke that she killed her wanting gratitude. She however gets caught in a trap caused by Tenzen.

Aug 30, 2005

Episode 22 - The HauntedE2224m

The Haunted

Oboro issues out a challenge to draw Gennosuke out from hiding. Meanwhile, with Kagero captive Tenzen tortures her with needles. Gennosuke finally arrives.

Sep 6, 2005

Episode 23 - EmancipationE2324m

Emancipation

With Tenzen defeated, Gennosuke carries Kagero away. However wanting to be with him she tries to kill him with her poisonous breath. Oboro's eyes are finally open.

Sep 13, 2005

Episode 24 - RequiemE2424m

Requiem

The last battle between the Kouga and Iga, determining who will inherit the title of Shogun. Oboro and Gennosuke face each other for the last time.

Sep 20, 2005

Actors

Inori Minase

Inori Minase

(voice)

Reina Ueda

Reina Ueda

(voice)

Tasuku Hatanaka

Tasuku Hatanaka

(voice)

Yui Horie

Yui Horie

(voice)

Takuya Kirimoto

Takuya Kirimoto

(voice)

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