The Elusive Samurai

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.

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Episode List (12)

Franchise & Related Anime (2)

Historical 98% War 97% Samurai 95% Swordplay 92% Male Protagonist 88% Tragedy 87% Demons 85% Fugitive 85% Primarily Child Cast 84% Revenge 80% Prophecy 79% Urban Fantasy 79% Gore 74% Shounen 74% Anachronism 71% Surreal Comedy 70% Ninja 60% Gods 60% Suicide 60% Philosophy 60% Archery 57% Religion 53% CGI 52% Shrine Maiden 45% Spearplay 40% Magic 20% Femboy 20%