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The Elusive Samurai
12 Episodes
24 min each
SUMMER 2024
Synopsis
In the year 1333, the Kamakura shogunate government comes crumbling down. A trusted vassal, Ashikaga Takauji, betrays the shogunate and organizes a rebellion. Houjou Tokiyuki, the rightful heir, escapes the massacre with a Shinto priest named Suwa Yorishige to Kamakura. On the run and fighting to stay alive, Tokiyuki sets in motion his plan to reclaim his birthright.
Action
Adventure
Supernatural
Format
Unknown
Episodes
12
Per Episode
24 min
Source
Unknown
Episodes
12 / 12 Episodes
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Episode 1
May 22nd
The year is 1333, Kamakura. Tokiyuki Hojo, the rightful heir to the regent who rules the Kamakura shogunate, is a kind boy with a heart of gold who dislikes conflict – even though he’s the son of a warrior.
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Episode 2
The Gentle Uncle
Takauji Ashikaga, once considered the guardian of the Kamakura shogunate, stages a rebellion that led to its quick destruction. Tokiyuki’s older brother, Kunitoki, successfully evades the eyes of the warriors loyal to Takauji, and he is placed under the care of their uncle, Muneshige Godaiin.
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Episode 3
A Forest Inhabited by a God
Tokiyuki risks his life and wins a game of tag, defeating the enemy who betrayed his brother, their uncle, Muneshige. As soon as he arrives in Suwa, Yorishige urges him to begin his lessons and training to take back Kamakura.
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Episode 4
Sadamune Appears!
Tokiyuki spends his days undergoing strenuous training to perfect his sword techniques – something he’s told to do to take back Kamakura for himself. However, everyone was surprised by how weak his swordsmanship was. It turns out that Tokiyuki was much better with another weapon: the bow.
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Episode 5
Settling the Score! A Dog-Shooting Competition and Then...
"Tokiyuki faces off against Sadamune in a dog-shooting competition, even though his opponent excels with the bow and possesses an almost prodigy-like eye for detail. With a large lead in points, Tokiyuki faces defeat as he gets hit."
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Episode 6
Steal the Imperial Command from Ogasawara's Residence at Night
Tokiyuki and Genba sneak into the Ogasawara's residence and successfully infiltrate the warehouse where the Emperor’s Imperial Command is kept. However, Sadamune’s subordinate, Sukefusa Ichikawa, catches on and hears what these two are doing…
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Episode 7
Children in Winter
Tokiyuki reigns in the new year for the first time in Suwa. As the chaos from the downfall lulls throughout the country, skirmishes still break out here and there, and another crisis knocks on Suwa’s doors.
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Episode 8
A War of Hide and Seek
The Elusive Warriors make their way to Nakayama Manor in the northern extremities of Suwa. There, Tokiyuki meets a young boy named Fubuki. In a village where Ogasawara and his forces killed all the grown-ups, Fubuki took charge and continually looked after all the children who were left in the aftermath. The warriors join forces with Fubuki, who’s familiar with military strategies, and go on a mission to meet the enemy.
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Episode 9
My Buddha
The Elusive Warriors engage in a fierce battle with the Seigi Party, a group spearheaded by Shokan himself. Stuck in a small chamber and faced with opponents wearing armor, Tokiyuki uses the “escape” technique he learned from Fubuki to face off against General Shokan.
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Episode 10
A Perverted Kid and Disturbances of Holy Power
Yorishige tells Tokiyuki there are times when he cannot see the future. Since many rely on his reputation and power as a god, he must keep this shortcoming hidden. He asks Tokiyuki for help, and together, they try every idea, one by one, in hopes of restoring Yorishige's holy power.
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Episode 11
Samurais Who Are Eager to Die and an Elusive Samurai
The imperial court assigns a new provincial official for Shinano: Shinanonokami Kiyohara. Kiyohara did not hesitate to wield his power over people. He was considered a corrupt provincial official who made the people living in his territory suffer.
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Episode 12
Hang in There, Tokiyuki, Until the Day You Retake Kamakura
"Hoshina and his army decide to retreat from Kawanakajima after hearing what Tokiyuki and Saemontaro Shinomiya, a Suwa Sect warrior, had to say. But Kiyohara is evil and crafty – he won’t let this slide without a fight."
Characters
Voice Actors
Asaki Yuikawa (japanese)
Tokiyuki Houjou
Main
Voice Actors
Yuuichi Nakamura (japanese)
Yorishige Suwa
Main
Voice Actors
Hinaki Yano (japanese)
Shizuku
Supporting
Voice Actors
Katsuyuki Konishi (japanese)
Takauji Ashikaga
Supporting
Voice Actors
Mari Hino (japanese)
Kojirou Nezu
Supporting
Voice Actors
Sayumi Suzushiro (japanese)
Ayako Mochizuki
Supporting
Staff
Yuusei Matsui
Original Creator
Yuuta Yamazaki
Director
Yuusuke Kawakami
Assistant Director
Yoriko Tomita
Series Composition
Yasushi Nishiya
Character Design
Saki Takahashi
Sub Character Design
Comments
Information
Aired
Jul 05, 2024
to Sep 27, 2024
Season
SUMMER 2024
Source
Unknown
Format
Unknown
Studios
CloverWorks
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