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A revolution sparked by nuclear war, natural disaster, and misrule leads to the collapse of Japanese society. The country splits into three nations vying for hegemony, and the Sangoku era begins. Aoteru Misumi, a former

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Season 1

  • Dragon vs. Tiger
    9.0/101 votes

    Dragon vs. Tiger

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/24/2026

    Muuton's night raid on Kanazawa ended in failure, but the main forces of the Seii army continue their advance on the Borderland General Corps. The decisive battle between Ohga and Ryumon draws near.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Eve of War
    8.0/101 votes

    Eve of War

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/10/2026

    Tonotsugu Taira, Denki Taira's heir, is ordered by Fuji III, the emperor of Yamato, to go to Kanazawa with the Borderland General Corps' Right Lieutenant General, Goh Sugoh. While Tonotsugu is optimistic about this opportunity, Sugoh harbors concerns that it is a trap set by Seii.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Kanazawa Night Raid
    8.0/101 votes

    The Kanazawa Night Raid

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/17/2026

    When Seii invades Kuzuryu Castle, tensions between Seii and Yamato come to a head. Sensing something strange about the situation, the Yamato army led by Ryumon decide to halt their advance. Meanwhile, having gone ahead, Tonotsugu's men enter Seii without knowing that war has broken out, and are given a warm welcome by Muuton Nagao.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Tears for Yayakichi
    8.0/101 votes

    Tears for Yayakichi

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 5/31/2026

    The decisive clash between Ohga and Ryumon ends in Ryumon's victory, secured through the "Empty Fort Stratagem," leaving Ohga's loss of authority plain for all to see. With her prestige in ruins, Ohga turns to the counsel of her trusted strategist, Yayakichi Hei.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Reunion of Mortal Enemies
    8.0/101 votes

    Reunion of Mortal Enemies

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 6/7/2026

    Thanks to Yayakichi's strategy, Ohga restores her authority and rises once more. Though the Yamato forces are pushed to the brink, Ryumon and his strategist, Kaku, have already entrusted a bold plan to a young man to break this dire stalemate.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Lie on Firewood and Council the Heavens
    8.0/101 votes

    Lie on Firewood and Council the Heavens

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 6/14/2026

    Aoteru finally reunites with Denki Taira, but his eyes are fixed on something else entirely. As Aoteru reveals the true meaning behind his call to retreat, Denki stands firmly opposed. In the end, all decisions are placed in the emperor's hands.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Imperial Council
    7.7/103 votes

    Imperial Council

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/19/2026

    Aoteru and Yoshitsune Asama take the Toryumon, an employment exam required to work under Ryumon. The conditions for passing are simple: the examinees must bring him to his knees. It seems that knowledge of the art of war alone will not be enough. They will also need their resourcefulness to get through this trial.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Seii Coup
    7.0/102 votes

    The Seii Coup

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/26/2026

    Three years after passing the Toryumon, Aoteru is working hard under Ryumon to perform his duties to their fullest. Meanwhile, Yamato sends a demand for unconditional surrender to the neighboring nation of Seii, which has been unstable due to the harsh winter conditions. In Seii, the embers of rebellion are quietly stoked.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Borderland General Corps Marches Out
    7.0/101 votes

    The Borderland General Corps Marches Out

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 5/3/2026

    A new dictatorship comes to power in Seii when Ohga Wajima suggests subduing Yamato by force. She establishes her administration overnight, declaring her resolve across the land. Ohga quickly captures the hearts of her people with her charm and political prowess, and within Seii, momentum grows to launch a campaign against Yamato.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Toryumon
    6.8/104 votes

    Toryumon

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/12/2026

    Having lost the love of his life, Aoteru is determined to fulfill the promise he made to her of creating a peaceful world. He travels to Osaka to take the exam given by Borderland General Mitsuhide Ryumon in the hopes of serving under him. Upon arriving, he finds a cheap hotel to stay in. But Aoteru will find no rest there, as he immediately encounters a certain individual.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • An Oath for Peace
    6.7/106 votes

    An Oath for Peace

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/5/2026

    Aoteru Misumi is a young man living in the countryside of Ehime, Yamato. Working as an agricultural officer, he lives a quiet life with his wife, Saki. One day, they are visited by a horseback procession fit for a king. The most extravagant horse-drawn carriage in this procession carries none other than Denki Taira, the lord of home affairs and true ruler of Yamato.

    Director: Kazuaki Terasawa

    Writer: Unknown