Scene cuts and the synopsis for Episode 9 of the anime "The Elusive Samurai (Nigewaka),", set to air on Saturday, August 31, have been released.

Episode 9 Synopsis

The battle between the "Seigitou" led by Shokan and the Tokiwa Party intensifies. In the tight confines of an indoor space, faced with armored warriors, Tokiyuki employs the "escape" technique he learned from Fubuki to confront the leader, Shokan. Meanwhile, Kojiro and Ayako struggle against the "Seigitou" executive, Shirou. At the same time, Fubuki has his own designs as he lures out another executive, Furan. The young warriors, aiming to reclaim the kingdom, challenge adults with overwhelming power. Will the merciful strike of a compassionate Buddha bring salvation to the demons wandering the depths of hell?

About The Elusive Samurai

"The Elusive Samurai" is based on the manga of the same name, which started serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in January 2021. Created by Yusei Matsui, known for "Neuro: Supernatural Detective" and "Assassination Classroom," the story is set in 1333 Kamakura. It follows the life of Tokiyuki Hojo, the last successor of the Kamakura shogunate, a young warlord renowned for his exceptional escape skills. The manga has surpassed 2 million copies in circulation.

The story focuses on Tokiyuki Hojo, a historical figure rarely chosen as a story's subject, highlighting his tumultuous life through Matsui's interpretation and artistry. The narrative begins with the sudden rebellion of Takauji Ashikaga, leading to the fall of the Kamakura shogunate. Tokiyuki, who was supposed to live as the shogunate's successor, loses everything at the age of eight due to this rebellion.

Amid the transition from the Kamakura period to the Muromachi period, the boy became a hero through his elusiveness and a legend through his survival. The story focuses on a lesser-known historical figure, depicting the turbulent life of Hojo Tokiyuki, the elusive hero, based on historical facts, interpreted and illustrated by Matsui.

The story begins with the sudden rebellion of Ashikaga Takauji and the fall of the Kamakura Shogunate. The boy, Hojo Tokiyuki, who was supposed to live as the shogunate's successor, loses everything—his family and status—at the age of eight due to this rebellion.

However, Tokiyuki was more adept at escaping and surviving than anyone else. Recognizing this talent, Suwa Yorishige, a priest from Shinano Province, guides him, and the boy embarks on a path to become a hero through his elusiveness. This Southern and Northern Court-era spectacle "fugitive tale" depicts the history of the most elusive young warlord’s wanderings, hiding, and revenge.