The Elusive Samurai, Vol. 4

Eight-year-old Hojo Tokiyuki is the rightful heir to the Kamakura shogunate, but the Hojo clan is in decline. To reclaim his birthright, he must run away and aid the Suwa sect in their rebellion against the malicious and decadent governor of Shinano.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 02 February 2023
Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

As Tokiyuki travels through the treacherous countryside,he meets a variety of characters,including the beautiful and mysterious Kageyu,who is hiding a dark secret. Tokiyuki also encounters the legendary warrior Kato Kisaragi,who is known for his fierce loyalty and his ability to slay even the most formidable enemies. With the help of these allies and his own courage and determination,Tokiyuki sets out to reclaim his birthright and save his people from the clutches of Kiyohara.

The journey is fraught with danger and betrayal,and Tokiyuki must use all of his skills and wits to stay one step ahead of his enemies. But in the end,he emerges victorious,and the people of Shinano are free once again. Tokiyuki is hailed as a hero,and his story is celebrated for generations to come.
In the turbulent medieval era of Japan, a young samurai lord named Hojo Tokiyuki faces a formidable challenge: reclaiming his rightful throne amidst a war-ravaged land. However, Tokiyuki opts for a unique and daring strategy to achieve his goal: running away!

The Hojo clan, once a powerful force in Japan, is in decline, and Tokiyuki's peaceful life is shattered when his family is tragically betrayed. As the sole survivor of his clan, he becomes the rightful heir to the Kamakura shogunate. However, to reclaim his birthright, Tokiyuki must embark on a perilous journey, avoiding confrontation and engaging in covert operations.

The governor of Shinano, Kiyohara, is a ruthless and cunning individual who seeks to crush any opposition within his province. When the Suwa sect, led by Hoshina Yasaburo, rises in rebellion, Suwa Yorishige dispatches Tokiyuki and a group of elite warriors known as the Elusive Warriors to aid the rebel leader. The mission is fraught with danger, as the Suwa soldiers are more committed to dying in battle than achieving victory.

As Tokiyuki traverses the treacherous countryside, he encounters a diverse range of characters, each with their own unique story and motivations. Among them is Kageyu, a beautiful and mysterious woman who harbors a dark secret. Tokiyuki also meets the legendary warrior Kato Kisaragi, renowned for his unwavering loyalty and exceptional combat skills. With the support of these allies and his unwavering determination, Tokiyuki embarks on a mission to reclaim his birthright and save his people from the clutches of Kiyohara.

The journey is filled with treachery, ambushes, and unexpected twists. Tokiyuki must employ all his skills and wits to stay one step ahead of his enemies, who are determined to stop him at any cost. Despite the odds, Tokiyuki perseveres, using his intelligence, agility, and courage to overcome numerous obstacles and challenges.

In the end, Tokiyuki emerges victorious, reclaiming his throne and restoring peace to the land. His story becomes a legend, celebrated for generations to come. Tokiyuki is hailed as a hero, not for his sword-wielding skills or military prowess, but for his bold and innovative approach to reclaiming his birthright.

Through his journey, Tokiyuki learns the importance of resilience, adaptability, and the power of unity. He realizes that true strength lies not in fighting but in the ability to overcome adversity and emerge victorious. Tokiyuki's story serves as a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a brighter future.

Weight: 181g
Dimension: 191 x 127 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781974734382