Strategist KANBE

During Japan's Sengoku period, young Mankichi ventures into enemy territory for medicinal herbs as Tokichiro meets Nobunaga.

As Kanbe comes of age, he proves himself in battle for the first time and a political marriage tests his bond with childhood friend Otatsu.

After tragedy strikes close to home, Kanbe's grandfather urges him to find purpose. A journey to Sakai opens his eyes to the vastness of the world.

As rival clans maneuver for power, a political marriage sparks tension within the Kushihashi family — but Kanbe's fateful meeting with Teru changes all.

Peace settles over the Kuroda household after Kanbe's son is born, but old enemy Akamatsu leads a massive force to attack Himeji.

New retainers join the Kuroda clan after a costly battle. Nobunaga destroys the Muromachi shogunate, and Kanbe reunites with Murashige Araki.

With rival powers closing in on Harima, Kanbe's clan debates siding with Nobunaga or the Mori. Kanbe finally takes a stand.

Under Nobunaga's piercing gaze, Kanbe pitches his Harima strategy and wins favor. Hideyoshi takes Kanbe to Nagahama, where the two forge a lasting bond.

After strategist Hanbei tests his mettle, Kanbe races to unite Harima's clans for an audience with Nobunaga — only for his own lord to refuse to go.

The Mori attack Aganoura with 5,000 troops. Kanbe mounts a desperate defense with civilians at his side, but for the Mori, this is only the beginning.