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(SWC events) Yukimura Sanada
Eight events in total.
I originally went for the format that I used when transcribing the MC's events, in which dialogue by the characters were put into new paragraphs. However, the characters tend to talk more in their own events, making the spaces look rather messy. I'm thus compressing them together from now on.
1. Yukimura's Challenge (Kunoichi)
Yukimura Sanada: MC! Your efforts in battle were most inspiring!
Following the battle, Yukimura Sanada's voice rang out...
Yukimura Sanada: It would seem I must try harder as well. Will you agree to test your might against me?
> Yes.
Yukimura Sanada: I am honoured. Now let us have at it!
> No.
Yukimura Sanada: You would deny my request? That only increases my desire to face you even more!
Yukimura Sanada: You will fight, whether you like it or not!
Yukimura and MC entered into combat. The battle raged furiously, and then...
Upon being grazed in the head, MC deftly grabbed the spear and looked for an opening to strike Yukimura.
Kunoichi: My lord! Look out!
Kunoichi threw a stone, knocking the weapon from MC's grasp.
Kunoichi: Huh? I thought you were on our side!
Yukimura Sanada: Now, now... This was but a friendly test of strength.
Kunoichi: It's just that it looked so real. Please, forgive my intrusion.
>> You are a fine ninja.
Kunoichi: Heh... Once I have something in my sights, there is no escape. My duty is to protect Yukimura no matter what the cost.
Yukimura Sanada: Even if it means you can't distinguish friend from foe?
Kunoichi: I... Forgive me. I have no excuse.
>> Ouch, my arm!
Kunoichi: Here, let me see your arm... There, now you're all better!
Yukimura Sanada: I must apologize. She was merely looking to protect me.
Kunoichi: There's no need for that, my lord. I am the one to blame.
Yukimura Sanada: No. The mistakes of my ninja are the same as my own. I must ask for your forgiveness, MC.
Yukimura bowed deeply before MC.
Kunoichi: Come now. There's no need for such formality, Lord Yukimura.
Yukimura Sanada: Be that as it may, I have been bested in combat. However, I will continuing my training until one day, I am able to surpass you.
Yukimura Sanada: We will meet again in battle, I swear it!
Yukimura bowed and strode swiftly away.
Kunoichi: Next time, I won't interfere. Just try not to kill each other, okay?
And with that, Kunoichi leapt from tree to tree, vanishing into the distance.
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2. Kanetsugu's Decision (Kanetsugu)
- Uesugi Clan: Castle -
Yukimura arrived in Echigo, domain of the Uesugi clan, to petition for reinforcements to aid in his resistance against the Tokugawa Army.
Yukimura Sanada: I am Yukimura Sanada, and I have come seeking reinforcements. I humbly request an audience with Lord Kagekatsu Uesugi!
Kanestsugu Naoe: I am Kanetsugu Naoe. As my lord's chief representative, I shall hear your petition on his behalf.
Yukimura Sanada: We of the Sanada clan do not have the necessary resources to oppose the Tokugawa onslaught.
Yukimura Sanada: I implore you... We would be honored to have the might of the Uesugi behind us.
Yukimura bowed his head deeply in respect.
Kanestsugu Naoe: I have a question for you, Yukimura. Why do you persist in fighting a battle that cannot be won?
Kanestsugu Naoe: You could submit to Tokugawa rule. That way, the Sanada clan might be able to avoid annihilation.
Kanetsugu continued to press him in a stern tone.
Yukimura Sanada: Because we are warriors,
Yukimura Sanada: we live by the sword in service of our clan. That is the way of the samurai.
Yukimura Sanada: We fight solely to carry out the orders assigned to us by our lord.
Kanestsugu Naoe: I have heard all that I need to hear.
Kanetsugu prepared to take his leave.
Yukimura Sanada: Lord Kanetsugu! Please, wait!
Kanestsugu Naoe: I must speak with Lord Kagekatsu. Wait here for now. I shall return shortly.
Yukimura Sanada: If I may... Can we expect your aid in our struggle?
Kanestsugu Naoe: The Uesugi are motivated by honor. You may rely upon us. Yukimura, it will be my pleasure to fight alongside you.
Yukimura Sanada: I am forever in your debt, Lord Kanetsugu! I shall never forget this!
And with that, Kanetsugu took his leave.
Yukimura Sanada: Motivated by honor...?
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3. Union of Three (Kunoichi, Kanetsugu, Mitsunari)
MC went and paid a visit to Lord Yukimura in his quarters. Just then, Kunoichi burst into the room.
Kunoichi: My lord! Is it true that we are supposed to serve this monkey?!
Yukimura Sanada: We must show him the proper respect. He is Lord Hideyoshi Toyotomi and is regent to the Emperor himself. He has subdued many restive lands.
Kunoichi: Why must we serve this Hideyoshi? Are we to simply leave Ueda behind then?
Yukimura Sanada: Because he once repelled the Tokugawa, Lord Hideyoshi took the Sanada under his protection.
Yukimura Sanada: This was also due to Lord Kanetsugu's kind intervention on our behalf.
Yukimura turned to face MC and bowed politely.
Yukimura Sanada: I must go pay my respects to Lord Kanetsugu. Will you accompany me?
Kanetsugu Naoe: Ah, Yukimura, MC... Thank you for coming. Yukimura, there is somebody I would like to introduce to you.
Kanetsugu Naoe: May I present Mitsunari Ishida, retainer of the Toyotomi clan.
Mitsunari Ishida: Mitsunari Ishida, at your service. Yukimura, I presume? You may repay Lord Hideyoshi's magnanimity through unwavering loyalty.
Yukimura Sanada: Yes, my lord! It shall be an honor!
Mitsunari Ishida: Yukimura, there is something I'd like to ask you. What, in all the world, do you hold most precious?
Yukimura Sanada: The ability to live and act according the my convictions.
Mitsunari Ishida: And I suppose it is the corruption of this world that drives you to seek your own truth?
Mitsunari Ishida: I see... I now understand what motivated Kanetsugu to bring us together.
> Honor?
Kanetsugu Naoe: Of course!
> Love?
Kanetsugu Naoe: Surely, it cannot be overlooked. It is not everything, however.
Kanetsugu Naoe: It is honor that has brought us here together today!
Yukimura Sanada: Indeed, Lord Kanetsugu!
Mitsunari Ishida: What a grandiose notion...
Mitsunari Ishida: Although I suppose I'm not completely against it.
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4. The Red Fan (Mitsunari)
Mitsunari Ishida: I am thinking to make a new fan. Yukimura, what color do you prefer?
Together with Mitsunari, MC paid a visit to Yukimura's quarters.
Yukimura Sanada: I suppose I would have to say red.
Mitsunari Ishida: I see... And why may I ask, is that?
Yukimura Sanada: For it is the color of fire, and invokes fury, courage, and strength.
Yukimura Sanada: Therefore, one could say that red is the color that represents a warrior's pride.
Mitsunari Ishida: I thought you might say that. Here, I would like for you to have this fan.
Yukimura Sanada: A red fan!
Mitsunari Ishida: I find this color to be much too passionate for my tastes. However, I think it suits you well.
Yukimura Sanada: My deepest thanks, Lord Mitsunari! I shall carry it with me always.
Mitsunari Ishida: Now, now... There's no need to humor me.
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5. The Moon (Kanetsugu, Mitsunari)
Yukimura, Kanetsugu, Mitsunari, and MC gazed absently up at the stars.
A full moon shone brightly in the night sky.
Yukimura Sanada: The moon is so round.
Kanetsugu Naoe: Indeed, Yukimura. It is much like a musket round.
Yukimura Sanada: Imagine if you could pack the moon into a gun. Its sheer power would be unequaled.
Mitsunari Ishida: What a pair of fools...
Kanetsugu Naoe: We know what you want to say, Mitsunari. The moon takes many shapes; it would make a poor bullet.
Yukimura Sanada: What's more, blasting the moon out of the sky would leave us shrouded in darkness. What would we do then?
Mitsunari Ishida: Are you making fun of me?!
Kanetsugu Naoe: Calm down, Mitsunari. We are only jesting. Let us simply sit back and enjoy this lovely moon.
Yukimura Sanada: Indeed. For if we were to actually shoot the moon, where else could we look to for inspiration?
Mitsunari Ishida: Yukimura is such a pure and simple soul...
> That's the truth.
> Don't encourage him.
Kanetsugu Naoe: What's the harm? The moon is there, and we are here.
Kanetsugu Naoe: Even if these celestial bullets should rain down upon the land, they all still fall under the light of the same moon.
Yukimura Sanada: I see! So that's what you were trying to say, right Mitsunari?
Mitsunari Ishida: I think I've had about enough of all you.
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6. A Promise Made (Hideyoshi)
Upon being summoned by Hideyoshi Toyotomi, MC and Yukimura appeared for an audience.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Welcome, Yukimura! Welcome, MC! I've heard so much about you both from Mitsunari.
Yukimura Sanada: It is a great honor to appear before you, Lord Hideyoshi.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Let us dispense with the formalities. Please come a bit closer.
Yukimura Sanada: Yes, my lord!
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Yukimura, MC... Can you see the people? They are all laughing.
From Ōsaka Castle's main keep out into the surrounding town, the scene was bustling with energy.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: This is the world I was seeking to create.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Nevertheless, I know these idyllic days cannot last forever.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Cities, people, souls... All change as the ebb and flow of time carries them forward.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Can I ask you to protect this town and the peace that it currently enjoys?
> It would be our honor!
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: I knew I could count on you as loyal retainers!
> I am not sure if we can...
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: You will do just fine. For you are not alone in this endeavor.
Yukimura Sanada: B-but...is it even possible to stop events already in motion?
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Some things never change. You two should know that as well as anybody.
Yukimura Sanada: You mean the bond between warriors? Or honor?
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Yes, as well as the fire and sense of conviction that burn within your heart.
Yukimura Sanada: Lord Hideyoshi, I vow to carry out your orders no matter what the cost!
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Excellent, my brave young warriors! The new era is your chance to shine!
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7. Escape from Mt. Kudo (Ina)
After the defeat of the Western Army at the Battle of Sekigahara, Yukimura Sanada was banished to Mt. Kudo.
While on the way to visit Mt. Kudo, MC happened to meet Yukimura Sanada's sister-in-law, Lady Ina.
Yukimura Sanada: I thank you for coming all this way to see me.
Yukimura Sanada: Forgive me, for in my current state, I have little to offer any guests.
Yukimura Sanada: I apologize for the lack of even the most basic of hospitalities.
Yukimura bowed deeply to Ina and Kaede.
> Think nothing of it.
Yukimura Sanada: Thank you, MC. Your kind words lift my spirits.
> You truly are living a difficult life.
Yukimura Sanada: It pains me to make you worry so. Although, once accustomed to this way of life, it is not so bad.
Ina: Yukimura, you look exhausted. Maybe you shouldn't drink so much?
Yukimura Sanada: I have already laid down my spear. Why are you so worried about my health?
Ina: Our lord... Err, the Tokugawa clan is preparing to mount a full-scale assault on Ōsaka Castle.
Ina: Many generals loyal to the Toyotomi are gathering in Ōsaka in order to repel the onslaught.
Yukimura Sanada: That is no concern of mine.
Ina: Yukimura, I have felt the fire that continually roared within your heart.
Ina: But I can see that flame has been extinguished.
Ina: I understand, though. Lord Mitsunari was taken from this world, and your father-in-law is lost to you as well.
Ina: I imagine you must be lonely, but I must say I'm relieved. I was worried that you had lost the fire within your heart.
Ina: If you truly seek to die with honor... If the fire still burns within you, then won't you go to the aid of Ōsaka Castle?
Yukimura Sanada: The hearts of men are fickle, my lady.
Ina: Lord Nobuyuki was also worried about you. I know that hearing this will help put his mind at ease.
Ina: If this battle ends and peace is restored to the land, then I am sure you will be forgiven.
Ina: And then, I know that you will be able to resurrect the Yukimura of old.
Ina: In fact, even now I can sense the fire within your chest beginning to burn, ever so slightly.
With that, Ina took her leave. As Yukimura watched her walk away, he called out...
Yukimura Sanada: Forgive me, my lady!
Yukimura Sanada: MC... I... I am still the same man I always have been.
Yukimura Sanada: The fire within my soul refuses to die out. It will continue to burn ever brightly.
Yukimura Sanada: For Lord Hideyoshi... For my departed father... For the bonds of friendship... I carry them all with me!
Yukimura Sanada: MC, I shall depart for Ōsaka Castle.
>> You can't win.
Yukimura Sanada: Perhaps... But I must press forward.
>> Let us journey forth together.
Yukimura Sanada: How I longed to hear those words from you!
Yukimura took up his spear and prepared for battle. For he had taken meticulous care of it for just such an occasion.
Yukimura Sanada: I am ready to face my final challenge!
Spear in hand, Yukimura left Mt. Kudo and set out for Ōsaka Castle.
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8. Unto the Breach
After a desperate struggle, Yukimura and MC took shelter at a small shrine away from the battlefield.
Yukimura and MC were exhausted. The clamor of the Tokugawa army drew ever closer.
Yukimura Sanada: MC, I'll create an opening in their lines. You must save yourself...
> Let us flee together.
MC dragged the reluctant Yukimura towards the path to safety.
Yukimura Sanada: I have given all that I have to give as a warrior in this battle. I have no regrets!
>> No! You mustn't throw your life away!
Yukimura Sanada: MC...
MC grabbed the dazed Yukimura and saved him from certain death.
Many years after the Ōsaka Summer Campaign, the following tale spread through the streets...
The lovely flower, MC kept the company of the diabolical Sanada.
And retreated with haste to Kagoshima.
(Event ends here)
>> Indeed. I will remain with you until the end.
> I will not leave your side.
Yukimura quietly shook his head and smiled.
Yukimura Sanada: You must survive this battle. I humbly ask that you tell future generations that I lived my life honorably.
Yukimura Sanada: That is my wish. You are the only one who can honor my request.
The Tokugawa army was nearly upon them. MC chose to...
>>> Quietly prepared for battle.
Yukimura Sanada: Even in these dire circumstances, you choose to fight...
The Tokugawa Army spotted Yukimura, and slowly moved in to finish him off.
Yukimura Sanada: MC, you have not changed in the least.
Yukimura Sanada: Your bonds of friendship, your convictions, your thirst for victory, they still smolder within you.
Yukimura drove his spear into the ground, and slowly rose to his feet.
Yukimura Sanada: I could not have asked for a finer companion. You have reignited the passion within my own heart.
>>> Charged headfirst at the Tokugawa Army.
MC charged the Tokugawa Army in order to allow Yukimura time to escape.
However, the enemy numbers were vast. Exhausted, MC was unable to prevent from being backed into a corner.
Soldier: I am Nizaemon Nishio! I know who you are! Prepare yourself to fall by my hand!
As a soldier's spear shot towards MC's chest, it was deflected by Yukimura's spear.
Yukimura Sanada: With one of your courage, I would expect nothing less than you coming to face the enemy alone like this.
Yukimura Sanada: My life has been so much richer and profound for having met you.
Yukimura Sanada: Truly, I have no regrets.
Yukimura took his place beside MC and drew his spear.
Yukimura Sanada: Let us go forth and finish this fight!
Yukimura and MC nodded to one another, and found themselves enveloped by the Tokugawa hordes.
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I originally went for the format that I used when transcribing the MC's events, in which dialogue by the characters were put into new paragraphs. However, the characters tend to talk more in their own events, making the spaces look rather messy. I'm thus compressing them together from now on.
1. Yukimura's Challenge (Kunoichi)
Yukimura Sanada: MC! Your efforts in battle were most inspiring!
Following the battle, Yukimura Sanada's voice rang out...
Yukimura Sanada: It would seem I must try harder as well. Will you agree to test your might against me?
> Yes.
Yukimura Sanada: I am honoured. Now let us have at it!
> No.
Yukimura Sanada: You would deny my request? That only increases my desire to face you even more!
Yukimura Sanada: You will fight, whether you like it or not!
Yukimura and MC entered into combat. The battle raged furiously, and then...
Upon being grazed in the head, MC deftly grabbed the spear and looked for an opening to strike Yukimura.
Kunoichi: My lord! Look out!
Kunoichi threw a stone, knocking the weapon from MC's grasp.
Kunoichi: Huh? I thought you were on our side!
Yukimura Sanada: Now, now... This was but a friendly test of strength.
Kunoichi: It's just that it looked so real. Please, forgive my intrusion.
>> You are a fine ninja.
Kunoichi: Heh... Once I have something in my sights, there is no escape. My duty is to protect Yukimura no matter what the cost.
Yukimura Sanada: Even if it means you can't distinguish friend from foe?
Kunoichi: I... Forgive me. I have no excuse.
>> Ouch, my arm!
Kunoichi: Here, let me see your arm... There, now you're all better!
Yukimura Sanada: I must apologize. She was merely looking to protect me.
Kunoichi: There's no need for that, my lord. I am the one to blame.
Yukimura Sanada: No. The mistakes of my ninja are the same as my own. I must ask for your forgiveness, MC.
Yukimura bowed deeply before MC.
Kunoichi: Come now. There's no need for such formality, Lord Yukimura.
Yukimura Sanada: Be that as it may, I have been bested in combat. However, I will continuing my training until one day, I am able to surpass you.
Yukimura Sanada: We will meet again in battle, I swear it!
Yukimura bowed and strode swiftly away.
Kunoichi: Next time, I won't interfere. Just try not to kill each other, okay?
And with that, Kunoichi leapt from tree to tree, vanishing into the distance.
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2. Kanetsugu's Decision (Kanetsugu)
- Uesugi Clan: Castle -
Yukimura arrived in Echigo, domain of the Uesugi clan, to petition for reinforcements to aid in his resistance against the Tokugawa Army.
Yukimura Sanada: I am Yukimura Sanada, and I have come seeking reinforcements. I humbly request an audience with Lord Kagekatsu Uesugi!
Kanestsugu Naoe: I am Kanetsugu Naoe. As my lord's chief representative, I shall hear your petition on his behalf.
Yukimura Sanada: We of the Sanada clan do not have the necessary resources to oppose the Tokugawa onslaught.
Yukimura Sanada: I implore you... We would be honored to have the might of the Uesugi behind us.
Yukimura bowed his head deeply in respect.
Kanestsugu Naoe: I have a question for you, Yukimura. Why do you persist in fighting a battle that cannot be won?
Kanestsugu Naoe: You could submit to Tokugawa rule. That way, the Sanada clan might be able to avoid annihilation.
Kanetsugu continued to press him in a stern tone.
Yukimura Sanada: Because we are warriors,
Yukimura Sanada: we live by the sword in service of our clan. That is the way of the samurai.
Yukimura Sanada: We fight solely to carry out the orders assigned to us by our lord.
Kanestsugu Naoe: I have heard all that I need to hear.
Kanetsugu prepared to take his leave.
Yukimura Sanada: Lord Kanetsugu! Please, wait!
Kanestsugu Naoe: I must speak with Lord Kagekatsu. Wait here for now. I shall return shortly.
Yukimura Sanada: If I may... Can we expect your aid in our struggle?
Kanestsugu Naoe: The Uesugi are motivated by honor. You may rely upon us. Yukimura, it will be my pleasure to fight alongside you.
Yukimura Sanada: I am forever in your debt, Lord Kanetsugu! I shall never forget this!
And with that, Kanetsugu took his leave.
Yukimura Sanada: Motivated by honor...?
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3. Union of Three (Kunoichi, Kanetsugu, Mitsunari)
MC went and paid a visit to Lord Yukimura in his quarters. Just then, Kunoichi burst into the room.
Kunoichi: My lord! Is it true that we are supposed to serve this monkey?!
Yukimura Sanada: We must show him the proper respect. He is Lord Hideyoshi Toyotomi and is regent to the Emperor himself. He has subdued many restive lands.
Kunoichi: Why must we serve this Hideyoshi? Are we to simply leave Ueda behind then?
Yukimura Sanada: Because he once repelled the Tokugawa, Lord Hideyoshi took the Sanada under his protection.
Yukimura Sanada: This was also due to Lord Kanetsugu's kind intervention on our behalf.
Yukimura turned to face MC and bowed politely.
Yukimura Sanada: I must go pay my respects to Lord Kanetsugu. Will you accompany me?
Kanetsugu Naoe: Ah, Yukimura, MC... Thank you for coming. Yukimura, there is somebody I would like to introduce to you.
Kanetsugu Naoe: May I present Mitsunari Ishida, retainer of the Toyotomi clan.
Mitsunari Ishida: Mitsunari Ishida, at your service. Yukimura, I presume? You may repay Lord Hideyoshi's magnanimity through unwavering loyalty.
Yukimura Sanada: Yes, my lord! It shall be an honor!
Mitsunari Ishida: Yukimura, there is something I'd like to ask you. What, in all the world, do you hold most precious?
Yukimura Sanada: The ability to live and act according the my convictions.
Mitsunari Ishida: And I suppose it is the corruption of this world that drives you to seek your own truth?
Mitsunari Ishida: I see... I now understand what motivated Kanetsugu to bring us together.
> Honor?
Kanetsugu Naoe: Of course!
> Love?
Kanetsugu Naoe: Surely, it cannot be overlooked. It is not everything, however.
Kanetsugu Naoe: It is honor that has brought us here together today!
Yukimura Sanada: Indeed, Lord Kanetsugu!
Mitsunari Ishida: What a grandiose notion...
Mitsunari Ishida: Although I suppose I'm not completely against it.
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4. The Red Fan (Mitsunari)
Mitsunari Ishida: I am thinking to make a new fan. Yukimura, what color do you prefer?
Together with Mitsunari, MC paid a visit to Yukimura's quarters.
Yukimura Sanada: I suppose I would have to say red.
Mitsunari Ishida: I see... And why may I ask, is that?
Yukimura Sanada: For it is the color of fire, and invokes fury, courage, and strength.
Yukimura Sanada: Therefore, one could say that red is the color that represents a warrior's pride.
Mitsunari Ishida: I thought you might say that. Here, I would like for you to have this fan.
Yukimura Sanada: A red fan!
Mitsunari Ishida: I find this color to be much too passionate for my tastes. However, I think it suits you well.
Yukimura Sanada: My deepest thanks, Lord Mitsunari! I shall carry it with me always.
Mitsunari Ishida: Now, now... There's no need to humor me.
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5. The Moon (Kanetsugu, Mitsunari)
Yukimura, Kanetsugu, Mitsunari, and MC gazed absently up at the stars.
A full moon shone brightly in the night sky.
Yukimura Sanada: The moon is so round.
Kanetsugu Naoe: Indeed, Yukimura. It is much like a musket round.
Yukimura Sanada: Imagine if you could pack the moon into a gun. Its sheer power would be unequaled.
Mitsunari Ishida: What a pair of fools...
Kanetsugu Naoe: We know what you want to say, Mitsunari. The moon takes many shapes; it would make a poor bullet.
Yukimura Sanada: What's more, blasting the moon out of the sky would leave us shrouded in darkness. What would we do then?
Mitsunari Ishida: Are you making fun of me?!
Kanetsugu Naoe: Calm down, Mitsunari. We are only jesting. Let us simply sit back and enjoy this lovely moon.
Yukimura Sanada: Indeed. For if we were to actually shoot the moon, where else could we look to for inspiration?
Mitsunari Ishida: Yukimura is such a pure and simple soul...
> That's the truth.
> Don't encourage him.
Kanetsugu Naoe: What's the harm? The moon is there, and we are here.
Kanetsugu Naoe: Even if these celestial bullets should rain down upon the land, they all still fall under the light of the same moon.
Yukimura Sanada: I see! So that's what you were trying to say, right Mitsunari?
Mitsunari Ishida: I think I've had about enough of all you.
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6. A Promise Made (Hideyoshi)
Upon being summoned by Hideyoshi Toyotomi, MC and Yukimura appeared for an audience.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Welcome, Yukimura! Welcome, MC! I've heard so much about you both from Mitsunari.
Yukimura Sanada: It is a great honor to appear before you, Lord Hideyoshi.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Let us dispense with the formalities. Please come a bit closer.
Yukimura Sanada: Yes, my lord!
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Yukimura, MC... Can you see the people? They are all laughing.
From Ōsaka Castle's main keep out into the surrounding town, the scene was bustling with energy.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: This is the world I was seeking to create.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Nevertheless, I know these idyllic days cannot last forever.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Cities, people, souls... All change as the ebb and flow of time carries them forward.
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Can I ask you to protect this town and the peace that it currently enjoys?
> It would be our honor!
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: I knew I could count on you as loyal retainers!
> I am not sure if we can...
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: You will do just fine. For you are not alone in this endeavor.
Yukimura Sanada: B-but...is it even possible to stop events already in motion?
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Some things never change. You two should know that as well as anybody.
Yukimura Sanada: You mean the bond between warriors? Or honor?
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Yes, as well as the fire and sense of conviction that burn within your heart.
Yukimura Sanada: Lord Hideyoshi, I vow to carry out your orders no matter what the cost!
Hideyoshi Toyotomi: Excellent, my brave young warriors! The new era is your chance to shine!
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7. Escape from Mt. Kudo (Ina)
After the defeat of the Western Army at the Battle of Sekigahara, Yukimura Sanada was banished to Mt. Kudo.
While on the way to visit Mt. Kudo, MC happened to meet Yukimura Sanada's sister-in-law, Lady Ina.
Yukimura Sanada: I thank you for coming all this way to see me.
Yukimura Sanada: Forgive me, for in my current state, I have little to offer any guests.
Yukimura Sanada: I apologize for the lack of even the most basic of hospitalities.
Yukimura bowed deeply to Ina and Kaede.
> Think nothing of it.
Yukimura Sanada: Thank you, MC. Your kind words lift my spirits.
> You truly are living a difficult life.
Yukimura Sanada: It pains me to make you worry so. Although, once accustomed to this way of life, it is not so bad.
Ina: Yukimura, you look exhausted. Maybe you shouldn't drink so much?
Yukimura Sanada: I have already laid down my spear. Why are you so worried about my health?
Ina: Our lord... Err, the Tokugawa clan is preparing to mount a full-scale assault on Ōsaka Castle.
Ina: Many generals loyal to the Toyotomi are gathering in Ōsaka in order to repel the onslaught.
Yukimura Sanada: That is no concern of mine.
Ina: Yukimura, I have felt the fire that continually roared within your heart.
Ina: But I can see that flame has been extinguished.
Ina: I understand, though. Lord Mitsunari was taken from this world, and your father-in-law is lost to you as well.
Ina: I imagine you must be lonely, but I must say I'm relieved. I was worried that you had lost the fire within your heart.
Ina: If you truly seek to die with honor... If the fire still burns within you, then won't you go to the aid of Ōsaka Castle?
Yukimura Sanada: The hearts of men are fickle, my lady.
Ina: Lord Nobuyuki was also worried about you. I know that hearing this will help put his mind at ease.
Ina: If this battle ends and peace is restored to the land, then I am sure you will be forgiven.
Ina: And then, I know that you will be able to resurrect the Yukimura of old.
Ina: In fact, even now I can sense the fire within your chest beginning to burn, ever so slightly.
With that, Ina took her leave. As Yukimura watched her walk away, he called out...
Yukimura Sanada: Forgive me, my lady!
Yukimura Sanada: MC... I... I am still the same man I always have been.
Yukimura Sanada: The fire within my soul refuses to die out. It will continue to burn ever brightly.
Yukimura Sanada: For Lord Hideyoshi... For my departed father... For the bonds of friendship... I carry them all with me!
Yukimura Sanada: MC, I shall depart for Ōsaka Castle.
>> You can't win.
Yukimura Sanada: Perhaps... But I must press forward.
>> Let us journey forth together.
Yukimura Sanada: How I longed to hear those words from you!
Yukimura took up his spear and prepared for battle. For he had taken meticulous care of it for just such an occasion.
Yukimura Sanada: I am ready to face my final challenge!
Spear in hand, Yukimura left Mt. Kudo and set out for Ōsaka Castle.
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8. Unto the Breach
After a desperate struggle, Yukimura and MC took shelter at a small shrine away from the battlefield.
Yukimura and MC were exhausted. The clamor of the Tokugawa army drew ever closer.
Yukimura Sanada: MC, I'll create an opening in their lines. You must save yourself...
> Let us flee together.
MC dragged the reluctant Yukimura towards the path to safety.
Yukimura Sanada: I have given all that I have to give as a warrior in this battle. I have no regrets!
>> No! You mustn't throw your life away!
Yukimura Sanada: MC...
MC grabbed the dazed Yukimura and saved him from certain death.
Many years after the Ōsaka Summer Campaign, the following tale spread through the streets...
The lovely flower, MC kept the company of the diabolical Sanada.
And retreated with haste to Kagoshima.
(Event ends here)
>> Indeed. I will remain with you until the end.
> I will not leave your side.
Yukimura quietly shook his head and smiled.
Yukimura Sanada: You must survive this battle. I humbly ask that you tell future generations that I lived my life honorably.
Yukimura Sanada: That is my wish. You are the only one who can honor my request.
The Tokugawa army was nearly upon them. MC chose to...
>>> Quietly prepared for battle.
Yukimura Sanada: Even in these dire circumstances, you choose to fight...
The Tokugawa Army spotted Yukimura, and slowly moved in to finish him off.
Yukimura Sanada: MC, you have not changed in the least.
Yukimura Sanada: Your bonds of friendship, your convictions, your thirst for victory, they still smolder within you.
Yukimura drove his spear into the ground, and slowly rose to his feet.
Yukimura Sanada: I could not have asked for a finer companion. You have reignited the passion within my own heart.
>>> Charged headfirst at the Tokugawa Army.
MC charged the Tokugawa Army in order to allow Yukimura time to escape.
However, the enemy numbers were vast. Exhausted, MC was unable to prevent from being backed into a corner.
Soldier: I am Nizaemon Nishio! I know who you are! Prepare yourself to fall by my hand!
As a soldier's spear shot towards MC's chest, it was deflected by Yukimura's spear.
Yukimura Sanada: With one of your courage, I would expect nothing less than you coming to face the enemy alone like this.
Yukimura Sanada: My life has been so much richer and profound for having met you.
Yukimura Sanada: Truly, I have no regrets.
Yukimura took his place beside MC and drew his spear.
Yukimura Sanada: Let us go forth and finish this fight!
Yukimura and MC nodded to one another, and found themselves enveloped by the Tokugawa hordes.
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