SHOGUN Episode 7 Ending Explained

[@BrainPilot]

I am absolutely gutted for Nagakado! It always felt like something like that was going to happen with him. I respect the dedication and care that he had for his father and the guilt that he felt for not stepping up before, but man, he should have WAITED! Quality ending to a quality episode! Let me know your thoughts below!

[@totiarriola]

Sad for him but also a come uppance. Its his fault why toranaga was backed into a corner but i guess a cornered wolf is more dangerous eh. Also if they are aiming for something close to real history if im not mistaken it was tokugawa's son's death that further pushed him if im not mistaken maybe they were aiming for something like that with nagakado dying like this but it does not make his demise any more un honorable.

[@safuwanfauzi5014]

@@totiarriola i dont think Nagakado died, why because he will become 2nd shogun after his father.

[@cain7925]

he defied he's father every single time lmao. if he wasnt the lord son he already ordered to commit suicide lmao

[@totiarriola]

@@safuwanfauzi5014 nah he ded. An he is a he not a her. Or atleast i think

[@safuwanfauzi5014]

@@totiarriola his sorry miss type, this my opinion, maybe have a twist, we all don't know, he maybe badly injured, and recovered or died and others son elderly son who not show or hiding will show up or others twist, yes true Nagakado is stupid, he easy to be provoked and do not have stragic thinking like his father Torunaga

[@bammac69]

Toranaga never has any intention of carrying through with ANY of his stated plans, not Crimson Sky, not going to Osaka, NONE of them. He is just playing for time to put together what he has intended all along, which he doesn’t tell anyone. ALL his actions, and everything he says is misdirection.

[@MustardSkaven]

Yeah the Tea House lady is apparently the only one aware of this.

[@janmitchell3976]

@@MustardSkaven info is her real currency. she is like little finger.

[@zigzag3600]

Sadly, he misdirected his own son into an early grave. I get that his son is unreliable and not very smart, but he took actions to save his father.

[@RandalReid]

"There is a saying that every man has three hearts. One in his mouth for the world to know, another in his breast to show to close friends and his family, and the real one, the true one, the secret one, which is never known to anyone except to himself alone, hidden only God knows where."

[@dogsforlunch]

@@zigzag3600 bro i hated his ass. I'm glad he died lmao

[@RandalReid]

Before the end of the series, Yabushige would update his will at least one more time.

[@reddalchemy5970]

Guaranteed, at least 2 more times 🤣

[@BrainPilot]

The ever changing document haha

[@krakesh5915]

🤣🤣

[@DocHalliday]

😂😂😂

[@FarrahFawxx]

I love Yabushige 😂 he's such good comic relief

[@rischio7678]

Yabushige is so likeable despite his grievious acts and sheer wickedness at the beginning of the series.

[@phrous]

After the cliff scene, Yabushige was at the top of my list

[@rischio7678]

@@phrous yeah..that was the pivotal moment where I developed a liking to him.

[@Fun0746]

Hes my fav character in this series

[@insertnamehere2479]

He’s hilarious

[@Corzappy]

It would be so cliche but giving him a redemption arc and then immediately killing his character off would be a heartbreaker.

[@skrible71]

Crimson sky ❌️ Crimson pond ✅️

[@Yeettto]

died like a total dumbass

[@niCEwan]

Ah..

[@kdeeezy5234]

🤣🤣🤣

[@stephenmoney4722]

😂😂😂

[@BrainPilot]

Bruh

[@IllemDaFunk]

Nagakado's death stunned me! I never expected a freak accident to be his demise.

[@gamerjojo4591]

invincible ahh type of death

[@AJ-sw8uf]

Fucking crazy

[@chrisvillegas5182]

a shit creep character 😂

[@Leo0991]

I thought to myself as I watched what happened "what an unfortunate, shi**y way to go. Where's the beauty in that?" Then boomn Saeki said it and I was like 🙌

[@kingkoup2661]

The kid was so reckless with no direction. His death made sense

[@kevz2474]

"When will you understand? You are playing a game of friends and enemies, when you have only yourself in this life." If I were a gambling man, Toranga is cooking.

[@NM-hq1io]

Bro he is COOKING

[@marcyc1695]

I dont know....he seemed very vulnerable and surprised over his brother betrayal. But everything we have seen about Toranaga is that he is a clever man.

[@liuzhen2008]

@@marcyc1695uh he is loosely based on Tokugawa Ieyasu. Plus he is the main character so he's obviously going to win.

LET HIM COOOK!!!!!!!!!!🍳

[@kevz2474]

@@marcyc1695 he didnt like his brother, he should have taken that into account. But you may be right. I think the courtesan has something up her sleeve. I think she may secretly be an assasin.

[@Blakerzzzz4]

The fact that this is only going to have 10 episodes makes it even better. No unnecessary filler, no drawn out storylines, just one full season of amazing episodes and a complete story.

[@BrainPilot]

Yeah it's true. It's pure art and incredible storytelling but I can't help but wish that there was more!

[@dalic24]

What are you talking about both of the last 2 episodes are fillers. Last episodes was nothing but 100 % filler most of the episode was about doing a prostitut

[@eyezam]

“Where’s the beauty in this?” RIP Nagakado

[@BrainPilot]

Such a chilling line!

[@PeteRamirez-i2q]

I think the lady in charge of the brothel is 100% right, I also think that Toranaga and his brother already have a plan, and they are announcing what they intend to do so they can very well carry out crimson sky. He is the master of trickery. I also noticed the way uncle stated where is the beauty in this? As in you impatient fool… I think him and Toranaga communicated it in front of everybody because it took nine swings of that sword to chop off the head when his brother told them all it was one. It was a a secret communication-Nothing is as it seems.

[@BarryDeiter]

Yea what about the canons will they be used🎉 maybe Portugish showing up and helping??

[@lordphu]

you are on to something, Toranaga discussed that 9 swings just before he announced his supposed surrender in front of his brother and everyone. His brother exposed him about shitting his pants on another occassion, but purposely said 1 swing instead of 9

[@tonyg3201]

Remember the lady was asking why he left his garrisons exposed any spy could have seen, great way to march on a castle with a army is if they think your bringing a prisoner

[@jmoney9790]

No chance his brother will be a good guy in all this. He basically killed his nephew

[@jonfreeman9682]

Well it wouldn't make sense to be secretly planning with treacherous brother given what's happened.

[@gonaye1]

I noticed some odd (yet seemingly deliberate) contradictions in this episode: (1) Toranaga warmly offers his brother a night of celebration and rest, but privately reveals that he can’t stand his brother (2) The Lady of the Willow World (Gin) points out that Toranaga doesn’t make careless mistakes (such as leaving his garrison so carelessly exposed to threats) but Toranaga silences her suspicions (3) Toranaga gives the Willow World lady what she wants in his will after initially denying her request (4) Toranaga checks Buntaro’s emotions and refuses to release Mariko from her life (despite no apparent reason to spare her life any longer) (5) Toranaga refers to Blackthorne as a barbarian after going through so much effort to recognize him as a Hatamoto (6) Toranaga surrenders to his brother and publicly shuts down Crimson Sky, but allows Blackthorn to just insult his men and leave (after Mariko - in an earlier scene - clearly warns him to be respectful) There is more going on here than meets the eye. I almost feel as if a future episode will show all the “plans within plans” that were hidden throughout this episode. Toranaga’ s brother (Lord Saeki) asked Toranaga’s son (Nagakado) if he preferred “stories” and “legends” over the simple, awful truth. I think this was a lesson both for Nagakado and for the audience (and a lesson about death that I don’t think Nagakado ever really understood).

[@thomassmart4088]

if it's an act - it has to look convincing to all the spies

[@nont18411]

I feel that Toranaga had planned something with Blackthorne

[@bradleye660]

Toranaga reserved talking about Crimson Sky because he knew his half-brother was easily-persuaded and did not want to give away the battle plans, which was a chess move by Toranaga that may prove extremely crucial when Crimson Sky is in full effect. Toranaga does have a reason to keep Mariko from offing herself; it was her father’s wish that she would continue his fight, which means this battle is as much hers as it is Toranaga’s.

[@bradleye660]

@nont18411 Absolutely. He purposely dissuades Buntaro from killing Blackthorne because he has plans for him during Crimson Sky. He also will not give him the ship back so he can return home. Blackthorne most likely realizes he will not be leaving Japan at this point.

[@G1Arduo]

I would also like to add: (1) Gin deliberately sowing discord among Toranaga's officers (suggesting Blackthorne's interest with Mariko) and then asking Toranaga a significant favor later on. (2) Follow-up to (1), The "secrets" of the WIllow World is not something that you just freely share. I would think Gin would be a trader of information and secrets. (3) Council should've been at war by now as per last episode. Jozen was assassinated and they're still trying to take Toranaga into custody. Ochiba has already signaled the start of war in last episode. (4) Saeki suggesting that Toranaga gift him with the province of Izu was directly meant to fish a response from Yabushige. (5) Saeki's story about Toranaga executing his opponent in his first battle, was for Hiromatsu. (6) Its clear that the WIllow World is complicit to the assassination attempt. I'm assuming this is what they paid for the Edo space they got. (7) Saeki decides to stay in town and avail himself of his gifts, even after declaring for Ishido. With Jozen killed before him, doesn't make sense he put himself in danger like that. I'm getting the impression that Toranaga's testing everyone in this episode. And he may have Saeki in on it too. And only Gin's managed to pick-up on his manipulations.

[@jamess5226]

Having read the book about three times over 20 years I'm still surprised by how 'surprised' I am after every episode. Superbly done.

[@bradleye660]

Incredible show so far. I didn’t know it was a film adaptation of a book until around the third episode.

[@phillyb8347]

Although the show is enjoyable it's venturing too far away from the source material. Blackthornes character in the show is poorly written....

[@jonfreeman9682]

I haven't read the book but remember the original 80s TV show and I think they've made some creative changes to the story. So far I'm loving it and all the twists and turns and backstabbing.

[@terry43]

The death of Toranaga’s son just cements his biggest lesson “Never be the one to start a war/attack first”… Wars are fought and ended before people even go to the battlefield. I suspect Toranaga and his half brother are working together, after all their differences they are still family…playing cards close to their chest

[@jonfreeman9682]

Working together? How is it possible? It sure looks like he betrayed him and is in it for himself. If it was all a ruse then why the play acting in the dinner conversations and marching his troops in to block roads. Makes no sense.

[@SoFantasticWonderful]

@@jonfreeman9682makes perfect sense. Every is fooled. Even you.

[@therealcool1144]

​@@jonfreeman9682crimson sky, they march to Osaka, brother surrounds the city

[@blessedelaine8768]

​@jonfreeman yes they will freely go to osaka with his brother's army then all of his will be there as well, that's their plan

[@ICU1337]

@@therealcool1144 I feel like they established, in seperate scenes, that they dont like each other. Toranaga refers to his half brother as a mongrel and Seiki taunts Omi and Naga at the hot springs. You dont do these things because "you're pretending to be enemies". You do these things because _you are enemies._

[@reddalchemy5970]

Say what you will about Yabushige, that dude is comic relief for sure. His facial expression when Toranaga makes Blackthorne a Hatamoto is hilarious. It is the epitome of if WTF was a face! 🤣🤣🤣. And him making wills every few episodes is hilarious too. That dude is back and forth, back and forth and he really is quite funny to observe.

[@bradleye660]

Just trying to live into his old age and enjoy himself at this point. 🤣 Doing whatever it takes to make sure he survives.

[@cliveivanmercado4460]

My favorite was his facial expression in the hotspring. He was like "fuck yourselves and go to hell" to Saike's men 😂

[@jmgonzales7701]

​@@bradleye660yeah dude is evil but he is indeed likeable

[@theloniousm4337]

I watched an interview with Cosmo Jarvis (Blackthorne) and he said Yabushige and Fuji were his two favorite characters in the series.

[@J55S]

His reaction to "what's in the box" or dumpling steamer.

[@Lemon0Tart]

One thing that stood out to me this episode is how Toranaga hadn't decided Blackthorne's roll yet, and that was made very apparent. I'll be very surprised if he hasn't placed more trust in Blackthorne over his other men, as he knows Blackthorne has to be all in with him whether he likes it or not - and has saved his life twice. Blackthorne walking off at the end disrespectfully causing a scene, something he did earlier in the season (leaving Osaka) to once again save the day, may well be another ploy. John is after all the only man who could get away with doing so as he's just a 'barbarian'. It would sow the seed into his brothers mind that Toranaga's camp is in shambles, and he has really surrendered. I don't believe Toranaga actually planned to surrender, it's just another string being pulled.

[@gothbossbaby]

i think toranaga and his brother are orchestrating some massive deception act

[@kubocs]

@@EagleSky3017How do you know whats episode 8 about?

[@EagleSky3017]

secret lol wait and see episode 8 on Tuesday April 9, 2024@@kubocs

[@wanyekest6969]

good theory - good show

[@steak5599]

@@kubocs Even without reading the book, there is a 1980 version of Shogun. Some people watched it as it was quite short and pretty well made for its time.

[@VictorDiGiovanni]

The biggest reason why this show is so powerful is because it's only going to be one season. Everything that's happening is important now. If this were a multi-season show then almost all of the storylines would have their ultimate resolution put off for multiple years. And we'd be spending season after season of power dynamics shifting only subtly. But everything that's happening is going to be paid off this season so there's no fluff. Everything matters. All stories that are introduced are going to have a definitive beginning, middle, and ending this season. Personally, I long ago wearied of TV shows that went on for years and years and stretched the story out artificially. Shogun rules so hard because every single moment in every episode points to what I hope is a powerful, devastating conclusion.

[@thatguywhois]

It's a big reason but I don't think it's the biggest reason. Writing, pace, performance, tone, cinematography are the bigger reason. While I grieve Game of Thrones last season, but I do think Shogun would do extremely well in at least 2 or 3 seasons.

[@VictorDiGiovanni]

@@thatguywhois But the problem with so many shows is that they really only have one season worth of story, but they stretch it out. The middle seasons are just exercises in spinning narrative plates. Sure, you get some standout episodes in that bloated middle, but what happens with every one of these shows that stretch things out is that they have to keep escalating the scale of the story and pulling on ever more preposterous twists to maintain the attention of the audience, to the point where the final season or final episodes NEVER match the beginning of the show. Game of Thrones. Lost. Battlestar Galactica. Stranger Things. Walking Dead. My most dreaded words are when am executive producer of a new series that has gotten a lot of buzz gives the inevitable interview where he says "we've got a great plan for six seasons". No you don't. You have a three episode intro arc, a two episode finale, and multiple seasons of power dynamics that shift back and forth over and over until the producers get the word that it's time to wrap things up, and then they have to evaluate how much of their original ending is still viable (hint: not much) Shogun works so well because every single scene matters. The original intended fate of each character is going to happen as planned. It's going to pay off 100% as originally envisioned, and went be recalibrated based on raised or decreased budgets, or actor problems, or a minor character getting popular and taking over the show, or any of the endless reasons why a show goes off the rails in seconds and third seasons. Look at Severance. Should have been a great one and done season. Was heading that way, but it became a hit, so the extension and escalation of the story commenced and then all the behind the scenes drama of season two commenced. I cannot convey how much respect I have for the makers of Shogun for committing to a single season. Bravo. My fervent hope, though, is that these same creatives tackle another single season story in this world. Either another of Clavell's thematically-related novels, or make up a new story about a related ancestor or descendant. Make Shogun an interconnected anthology series and it's GOLD.

[@jonfreeman9682]

Well keep in mind TV shows are a business to bring in viewers and subscribers so if fans show up you wanna keep churning out a show to see how long it goes. A lot of shows keep going like walking dead which ran for 11 seasons before ratings fell too low it needed a reset so now it's a shorter 6 episode run to tighten stories. Game of thrones ran like 9 seasons and ratings were still strong but it was getting repetitive. So as long as they can come up with great stories and keep viewership high then it's okay to run more seasons. Most shows run outta steam 3 to 5 seasons in though. I think Shogun can easily run 3 seasons with more stories to tell but the book itself wasn't a multi volume series. It was just one book. Though a new writer could add more stories to continue the adventures of John Blackthorne.

[@ICU1337]

@@VictorDiGiovanni I agree with a lot of this and its why I stop watching a lot of shows. Too many shows, its clear that they had a *great* story that pulls you in but its just a 1 maybe 2 season story that now they're stretching out for as much as they can milk... The only tv series I can think of that actually showed that they had a clear direction for multiple seasons was _Babylon 5._

[@VictorDiGiovanni]

@@jonfreeman9682 I suppose it just depends on what you think the role or purpose of a TV show is. If you just are happy that a TV show is on the air and able to fill up 30 minutes or an hour of your time once a week indefinitely, or if you are more concerned that a TV show is able to keep that group of people continuously employed for a decade, then six to ten seasons is exactly what you want. My personal desire is to experience a TV show that tells a complete story, with a definitive and planned beginning middle and end, without dragging it out. I want the best possible presentation of a story. I don't just want more of it. I realize that for the vast majority of TV watchers, these shows are just comfort food, something they can put on and relax and just allow it to entertain them and spend an hour with characters they find pleasant or interesting. They are happy to have as many episodes of it as the show is willing to make.

[@BobCamors]

Nabu committed slippaku lol

[@jessicadeshpande7988]

Hahaha good one

[@AlteredState1123]

😂😂😂

[@renekipshoven1184]

I think you are wrong.. He is in this together with his brother. They will go to Osaka and fight together. That the son wanted to kill the uncle, would have been a disaster, if he had succeeded. The tea house madam is right. There is a plan. The whole premise is that Toranaga is a cunning schemer. He would NEVER walk into a trap like his half brother supposedly has set.

[@JnPie]

Damn this could be toranaga's master plan to trick Yahbushige and other spies but His son ruined it all over again

[@bradleye660]

I didn’t even think about this, and this is a solid theory because Naga died without really doing any harm to Seiko. This could prove to be true. Great insight.

[@happyboyc7]

Lady Gin probably has her own spies in Edo and knows Toranaga main army already moves toward Osaka. She might imply that the tents during the earthquake were empty as Toranaga is trying to hide his army movement. The earthquake itself is a superb coincidence that he can use to distract everyone. My guy probably is smiling inside all this time and now thinks that the Gods grant him a favor to execute his sneak attack.

[@nielshjelm9222]

@@JnPieyubushige is def not a spy anymore

[@gothbossbaby]

bingo. this is a grand scheme that toranaga is orchestrating.

[@CptBamBoozled]

This is literally the best tv show I've seen since the first seasons of Game of Thrones, from the music, action pace, acting, effects, script absolutely everything is top notch, its really a shame that we wont see a continuation of this.

[@TheSilvercue]

You are not wrong

[@PB-tr5ze]

From his reaction, I get the feeling that Gin (the mistress of the Willow World) guessed correctly about Toranaga concealing his real plan. My guess is Toranaga's Edo force is on it's way to save him, but he couldn't say anything to anyone because if his plan was known he would be executed on the spot. Remember he already had a system of communication that didn't need the roads and went to his other home, so it could get past his brother's perimeter. So it seems logical to think he would prepare for a few contingencies. If his brother had joined him he would have sent a message for his army to join them for the assault, but if it was a betrayal the force would be ordered to ambush his brothers forces, especially since he would have "surrendered" and they wouldn't be expecting to face opposition. It's why he said he would give his answer the next evening, meaning they wouldn't leave till the next morning... it gave a full day and a half for the message to arrive, for the edo force to prepare and sneak a march on his brother's force. With his brother thinking he won and that Toranaga was going to go peacefully, no idea the Edo force was on the move and no one knowing the true plan... It would have been the perfect surprise... Unfortunately Yoshii was too rash and too desperate to prove himself... While I don't think it spoils the whole plan, it certainly now puts it in danger since his uncle will now be on high alert and will have no faith that Toranaga will now go peacefully.

[@glacialimpala]

Toranaga and brother are clearly going together to Edo unopposed so they can wreak havoc from inside

[@smiIingman]

I really did not expect Nagakado to drop dead and die, that was more unexpected than most GoT surprise deaths. God damn the writers are really putting Toranaga in a corner, i cant wait for the next episode!

[@purplephantom2441]

U mean author of the book

[@Rottenbrainremains94]

God surprises ?

[@awesomearsam1890]

"GoT" surprises, as in Game of thrones the series ​@@Rottenbrainremains94

[@phillyb8347]

​@@purplephantom2441I don't recall torronagas son attempting that assassination in the book

[@purplephantom2441]

@@phillyb8347 I didn’t think they would depart so much from the book. I haven’t read it but I thought the show was very faithful until I saw the comments.

[@CatJabZ]

I like how these episodes are both brutal and steeped in ritual and how the rituals make every action more brutal. Thank you for the breakdowns and the overlap with history! Cheers!

[@MrGorobu]

It was already said earlier in the show that approaching Osaka directly, as in a Crimson Sky style attack, was suicide. That's why Toranaga got Blackthorne to prepare the men for artillery. This is just a means for Toranaga to get closer to Osaka under the guise of surrender. Either his brother is secretly allied with him, or the Christian Japanese trading with the Portuguese are. If it is his brother, they could not risk allegiance in the open for fear of spies reporting to Osaka. We'll see. One thing is for sure. Toranaga knows how to make lemonade.

[@marcyc1695]

This show is amazing. I dont know what it is but im hooked everytime. i wonder what it is. Ive rewatched all the episodes as well. Its so well done everything about. Each episode surprises me. The rain during the credits was masterful, a work of art like a poem.

[@CurtisSound]

Toranaga has a plan, and I think Blackthorn's theatrics during Toranaga's "surrender" are part of it. Blackthorn's overly dramatic exit from the meeting paints a picture that he wants nothing to do with Toranaga and his comrades. Out of sight, out of mind... However, Blackthorn told Toranaga "he was ready for whatever their fate may bring". I believe Toranaga made Blackthorn part of his plan, likely relayed through Muraji, Toranaga's spy in the village (who speaks English). This way it's kept a secret from everyone including Mariko. I imagine Blackthorn will pop up with cannons blazing as Toranaga is being led back to Osaka. Or at least I hope so.

[@peterbuckmaster581]

I'm guessing something similar. The scene with Toranaga and the tea house mama-san (her stick of time) makes it clear Toranaga is not doing what he seems to be doing. And it's always been strongly hinted that Toranaga is a brilliant strategist so I reckon he has the upper hand here (except for the loss of his son, which was obviously not part of the plan). I agree Blackthorne is in on it and that will be the ace up Toranaga's sleeve. What I'm not sure about is the brother. He came with his army. Is he in reality allied with Toranaga and will switch sides at the right moment? If so, Nagakado's death is truly tragic as it is born from his father's unwillingness to share his plans. Good point about Muraji. The quick exchange between Blackthorne and Muraji could well be the signpost to this. Sanada Hiroyuki and Anna Sawai are brilliant in every scene. To be honest, the majority of acting is top-notch.

[@HamadBadr-b4k]

Nagakado acted like any kid sheltered from war. honestly I don't really know how to feel about it, I can't be gutted because he was a utter fool. but at the same time, he was living in his father's shadow and only willing to please him regardless of his father attempts to teach him his wisdom.

[@freezi1956]

I hated his character, He was So annoying, fool of a Took.

[@HamadBadr-b4k]

​@@freezi1956he did throw himself and rid us from his stupidity

[@stocksxbondage]

He blow up those horses and soldiers just doing their job with their defenses down. Constantly asking to “bloody our swords”. Tried to kill his uncle while he was butt naked with a woman. Got his uncle’s men and Toronaga’s killed in the process. His death was gruesome, but quite fitting. Frankly, he got dozens of others to die painful deaths. He was honestly just a spoiled, reckless thug. Never willing to give others an honorable death. Did he deserve an honorable death? 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@nont18411]

Toranaga: “I love you but you are not serious person.”

[@charliebaudoin]

Shogun is the best show I have watched since the Roys left our screens.

[@bradleye660]

Mariko is so ridiculously pathetic. This constant harping on wanting to off herself is getting irritating. She clearly loves Blackthorne and just needs to admit it already.

[@bevinallard5492]

​@@bradleye660yea and she's got deep hatred for butaro

[@ilovenathi2082]

Bro they need to stop focusing on her and trying to make her the main character

[@crimnvL]

@@bradleye660its a cultural thing fool

[@dominican200]

Crimson pond is Shotguns' red wedding

[@leefbeef]

yes shotgun

[@bakamitai3064]

Crimson dwayne johnson

[@smiIingman]

hell yeah brother, i love them ole japanese shotguns they had back in the good ole days of 1600

[@awesomearsam1890]

Double barrel or single barrel?

[@mamorintan]

I'm really shocked. Nagakado wanted to be loved by his father, to be recognized, and to achieve something great. He should have waited a little longer. I feel so sorry for him.

[@BrainPilot]

Yeah I do feel for him for sure!

[@Mendabur31]

His downfall was idolizing his father and his father keeping him at distance of his true self. If he knew how human is his father he wouldn't rush so much for a glory

[@bradleye660]

I think he deserved a decent death. At least should have gotten to injure Seiko before his death. The writers really did him dirty 😑

[@Mendabur31]

@@bradleye660 yeah and that was the point torunaga is not interested in anything but himself I guess. He keeps it so close to his vest. What he thinks made him is not aligned with reality.

[@zh2266]

​@@Mendabur31his fall down... Sorry lol

[@linglingching]

The duality of Buntaro being in love with his own wife and treating her like shit is hilarious

[@choyMM]

I think he does love her but her wanting to die all the time has pissed him off. It's like he's not enough for her to want to go on living. Every year she asks for his permission to commit seppuku. At some point that will get old and it's probably why their relationship is as it is.

[@astoldbyaja3010]

Right I know in his mind he's just screaming "WHY WON'T SHE LOVE ME!" XD

[@calistafalcontail]

@@choyMM In the book, when he found out she became christian, he asked her to abandon her faith and she refused and that caused some tension too.

[@goldesd]

Ying and yang I guess

[@glacialimpala]

​@@choyMMthat's not the main reason, to Buntaro honor is EVERYTHING, so she being a daughter of the biggest traitor in latest history is an incredible stain on their family

[@PBurns-ng3gw]

The thing is, if they wanted to do a second series of this, there's more than enough historical materiel to work with plot-wise. A second season could include the conspiracies of the Christian daimyo, Tokugawa's eventual decision to outlaw Christianity, and the Sakoku Edict that closed off Japan to most foreigners, as well as the further exploits of William Adams/John Blackthorne. A really pivotal time period in history, and one deserving of more than one season in my opinion, no matter how excellent this series has turned out to be so far.

[@sbyerley]

True, lots of “history of medieval Japan” documentation & Japanese movies already done years ago. But THIS mini-series is an adaptation of James Clavell’s novel, “SHOGUN”. It was a screen play written to be a mini-series of 10 episodes, and in following the book generally, ends in the aftermath of the big battle.

[@wreccen]

The Lady of the Willow opened a path, Toranaga is just keeping it from us the same way he's keeping it from everyone else. Let's hope for the brother to be more than he appears to be. What better way to enforce Crimson Sky than from within the city walls. What a fkin show we have on our hands. Masterpiece!!! Toranaga Sama! 👇

[@EUGENE304]

Ain't no way they let Nagakado go out sad like that. Biggest swerve was his impulsiveness caught up with him this time

[@bradleye660]

Exactly what I said too. They seriously gave him the most sorry ass death. He didn’t even cut Seiko.

[@leanderperalta8331]

Rock : 1 Toranaga Jr: 0

[@nont18411]

Look at little Toranaga Jr. Wanna cry?

[@SHINKU93]

No Toranaga Jr. your father despised you@@nont18411

[@ICU1337]

@@nont18411 those arent tears! Those are drops of water from the koi pond😭!

[@joelsegovia6971]

Mortal Kombat-"FATALITY!"

[@nfapeng187]

Best show hands down! Tokyo Vice and this is top tier of television without all the other BS the world has become. Wonder if he will still surrender and go to Osaka ? After the tragedy of his son and the stone pond.

[@oneofone_1333]

no one talks about tokyo vice 😢 Season 2 has been incredible

[@bradleye660]

Absolutely not. Toranaga is a schemer. He hasn’t revealed his third heart this entire series. I’m assuming the plan all along was Crimson Sky, and the other semantics were to buy more time for him to plan the siege on Osaka Castle.

[@LouiseGeddes-n6n]

I’m glad someone else recognises Tokyo Vice as top tier television and no one seems to notice that ! Shogun is well done on so many levels. Tv as it should be done .

[@MJAY_NFFC]

​@@oneofone_1333 Facts, there are a few more shows that have gone under the radar or due to one popular person not liking them everyone else dismissed them.

[@Foffer1337]

The whole episode had Nagakado being like "Yeaah we are gonna die. But at least it's going to be a honorable / beautiful / wonderful death. Im not gonna say he had it coming, but he was pretty damn hyped on this death thing XD

[@aNsWeRkEy02]

his son's death might push toranaga to be more reckless

[@BrainPilot]

Yeah I think that!

[@citizenVader]

I must admit I had my doubts about the new rendition because I saw the first show as a young kid in the eighties and later bought the mini series on dvd. But I am pleasantly surprised how much they are honouring the first series while making their own fantastic marks in entertainment history. I, for one, am totally loving it and can't wait to see the next chapter.

[@sakatasun6857]

And thats why you wear a helmet

[@BrainPilot]

Yeah he should have done!

[@NM-hq1io]

Nagakado really died the way he was acting - like a goddamn clown 😂😂😂

[@BrainPilot]

Such a shame haha!

[@Yatharth-gq8ll]

Nagakado had one job

[@bradleye660]

I really don’t like how the writers handled this. This was just pathetic. He seriously got his foot pulled out from under him and died.. are we serious?

[@gxyen6679]

​@@bradleye660 well it makes the series realistic. Shit happens sometimes, just like in real life

[@ZaimGamePlay]

​@@gxyen6679true it's like the whole series is guided by Fate. And in the end it's fate that toranaga make him a shogun

[@nw2861]

Immortan Joe: Mediocre!

[@gregmasters8558]

​@@bradleye660it's very realistic. Do you know how slippery river rocks are?

[@alexluck8169]

I don't know if this will be Toranaga 20000 iq plan or just some stupid old man without any plan, but they show his past and he won as a child so.... Maybeeeee he already know everything and just waiting for the right moment to do it????.... Mennnnn i can't w8 to see all of this play out.

[@bradleye660]

It’s obvious at this point in the show that Toranaga has an ulterior movie aside from what he lets on. This is why the show writers had the father in the prison reveal to Blackthorne that the Japanese have three hearts, the last heart being the one only they themselves know.

[@caminsyde3236]

I believe Toranaga is based on real history of Tokugawa Ieyasu, if that's the case, yes, He supposed to be a cunning or schemer type of leader. There is a popular way to describe 3 unifiers of Japan, if 3 of them given a song bird, Oda Nobunaga will say "Sing little bird, if not you will be killed" Toyotomi Hideyoshi will say "sing little bird, if not I will make you sing." And Tokugawa Ieyasu will say, "sing little bird, if not I will wait till you sing".

[@JacobJohnson-lh4gx]

I really hope they don't follow the Novel 1 to 1, would love to see Mariko more throughout the series. Anna Sawai's performance is great.

[@nottydotty112]

Getting low diffed by a rock is crazy

[@miklis203]

Slow build up, storytelling and world building is something that is greatly appreciated in this attentionspan handicapped times

[@dominican200]

Shame showrunner and studios are considering wether or not to push for a second season. And it's true they have spent this time building things up. Hope it does continue.

[@BrainPilot]

I think it's billed as a 1 and done sort of thing!

[@denisabdullah1908]

The way it's paced, 10 episodes will cover the novel perfectly. There's just no need for a 2nd season. They said from the start that it's a miniseries.

[@carldiggs4153]

Shogun is over and done with after episode 10. There's nothing left.

[@spiritualliving8318]

@@BrainPilotso what was the point of blackthornes plot line? I guess he will just be trapped in Japan and never attack the bases.

[@jesterbuddersworth3051]

Its based off a real man. He never did leave japan its true. He was given a wife and lands etc and is actually the reason the portuguese eventually got kicked from japan. Or at least he was a very large part​@@spiritualliving8318

[@jonfreeman9682]

Great episode and the double cross was epic. That being said I was looking forward to that Crimson storm the castle battle. It would be incredible.

[@gerardojg]

I'm surprised you didn't mention the "stick of time" Lord Toranaga owed to Madame Gin. IMO, the scene hinted at a history between the two. His momentary hint of a smile when she gave him an accurate tactical appraisal of his situation. He thanked her for her proposal and dismissed her. She had a tear in her as she made her exit. I believe I detected a deep sympathy from Toranaga, briefly as he registered it. It was painful to see such a promising young man come to such an end.

[@stephenmoney4722]

that dinner scene was probably the best scene all season! loved the mood change

[@BrainPilot]

Yeah the way the whole atmosphere changed was incredible!

[@drewswrld1911]

I felt his brothers betrayal when they met in the beginning and the story disrespecting his brother confirmed it for me

[@timbell6870]

This episode absolutely blew my mind ! I can't believe that Naga let his impulses get the better of him. I should have but didn't see that coming. I agree with BrainPilot this is the best show on T.V. I don't see a season 2 in the works but who knows? Great recap and analysis as always BrainPilot! Now i can rewatch with a even better perspective of this epic series. Cheers!

[@BrainPilot]

Thanks a lot! Glad you enjoyed the videos!

[@tsukikage3941]

It blew Nagakado's too

[@Harouni_fba]

The show creators confirmed it’s only for one season… such a sick show it’s a shame

[@timbell6870]

@@tsukikage3941 🤣👍

[@clucas101]

They could always do a series on 'Gaijin' but that's a big time jump.

[@rodneyhargoe1507]

Loving your review all the way from west Africa

[@nont18411]

Expectation: Crimson Sky Reality: Crimson Skull (all over the rock)

[@happytrails1963]

Such good acting, directing and cinematography. There is so much mood in everything. Very stunning to watch.

[@philphay]

You forgot to mention the Willow World owner’s stick of time, where she asked for a guild and land in Edo City. She cryptically hinted that Toranaga is not stupid enough to let Saeki come to carry out Isido’s orders. I feel that Toranaga may have hidden a brigade of his army under the guise of the earthquake loss! Then he decimates Saeki’s army, and March to Osaka to carry out Crimson Sky to avenge Nagakado’s death

[@billr2505]

I thought the scene where John is about to ask Mariko to leave with him and she cuts him off to say, "Where would we go?" was telling of everyones predicament. Excellent show!

[@G1Arduo]

Next episode is going to be an all-out fight right there. I don't see Saeki accepting Toranaga's surrender after that. Conversely, I don't see Toranaga going through with his surrender. After Jozen's death, I'm really surprised the council hasn't gone to war yet. Instead, they still tried to take Toranaga into custody.

[@bradleye660]

They have to honor Taiko or it will plunge the Realm into chaos & disorder. They’re very particular about this throughout the show.

[@nont18411]

@@bradleye660 They honored Taiko so much that they burned down the entire city of Osaka, captured the family of the lords hostage and killed one of the regents.

[@giannisv.4472]

​@@bradleye660 i think toronaga irl hunted down the taiko and cause him to suicide/die

[@TheEnginator]

Nagakado's death shocked me and made me really sad. I stared at the screen until the outro ended. He was just a kid, who cared for his father and wanted his afirmation, but he had to die like that.

[@BrainPilot]

Yeah he just wanted to make his father proud!

[@Las_cacas]

Same here!!!! i was like NOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!! i liked him and wanted him to have his shining moment. =(

[@lx7139]

Toranaga was impressed with Gin seeing his "plan": His allies are not in Izu, but in Osaka. I wonder which group of POWERFUL people hate Ishido and Ochiba? And where are they headed again once he "surrendered"? Next level planning.

[@bradleye660]

I think Ishido made some enemies in Osaka when he had Sukiyama killed for voting against the Council. During the theatre scene in ep 7, it was clear that Lady Ochiba isn’t as well-received as she believes, so I’m assuming a militia or mercenary group in Osaka is going to fight with Toranaga.

[@choyMM]

The Catholic Daimyos will support him. Last episode the friars were already contemplating on switching their support.

[@jamessmith-db2is]

You can tell all of the shows budget is getting poured into the main battle theyre gonna have

[@DistopiaKosaki]

Theres no battle 😂 they keep talking and talking and no action

[@adammoore6594]

It got poured into making the costumes, gestures actions etc authentic - which really shows

[@taku6157]

@@adammoore6594 Props, and the visual effects, 3d e.t.c as well, plus great actors🔥🔥🔥

[@fungunsun1]

Expect nothing and you won’t be disappointed

[@delboy-su3wf]

​@@fungunsun1I just want John to show his skill. What was his mission I fell in waiting for something that won't happen

[@biswaop4219]

the ending was "mind blowing" 👀

[@glanced9684]

💀

[@drgbleached]

I have gotten so involved in this series. When Nagakado fell I screamed, "NO!" before I knew it. :D

[@BrainPilot]

I know, same here!

[@TheHolandos]

Ever since the start of the series, every week has gotten longer and longer waiting for the next episode.

[@BrainPilot]

It feels like it doesn't it! Going to be so sad when the show finishes!

[@hellojam100]

agree: I wish we had multiple seasons

[@qurokee4174]

Nagakado's death really shooked me to the core. I was literally like "WTF was that????". The music and the tension, I thought its gonna be the same like it was with Jozen... He was stupid and arrogant, but damn, he deserved better!

[@Sjsmith-j5q]

Absolutely the Best show on tv. And this episode was heartbreaking. Just hate that the fact that his brother betrayed him and his son died that way. Simply beyond painful. Wish the series could go on for more seasons.

[@jayakumar9976]

I don't think toronaga has the entire army within. Brothel lady was right man cunning as toronaga wouod have thought about it. He already has a battle plan. but what it is ? 1) Main portion of his army is waiting in secret location to ambush toronaga half-brother when he march towards Osaka. Black throne disrespecting toronaga could also be he is preparing his ship to assault something. 2) His half-brother is working with toronaga even with toronaga and his half-brother army is no match for ishdo force. Toronaga surrendering to his half brother ishdo has no plan to raise his and regents army to battle so they can catch ishdo off-guard.

[@Duck7176]

Great episode. My guess is the wildcard, Blackthorn, will lead his cannon regiment against Toranaga's brother. Blackthorn's storming out at the end was a subterfuge similar to Euron Greyjoy's in Game of Thrones.

[@penegakkeadilanpembasmikej5022]

I don't like the way Nagakado die, he is not a bad person, he just doesn't receive any good teaching and wisdom from his father Toranaga should know, not everyone smart as him We all like Nagakado, try built ourselves in this world

[@20DollarGoldPiece]

I agree Toranaga should’ve spent more time mentoring him instead of scolding him

[@rooast8548]

From my point of view, yes we might be like Nagakado, but i thinks its his foolish and stubborn behaviour that gets him killed, true not everyone is lucky and smart, but people tend to know they are not qualified for such thing, and yet he doesn't learn from his mistake nor seek wisdom, he just want to make Toranaga proud rather then be a better man, its not Toranaga job to mouth feed him with wisdom, if he wont seek it in the first place, for some people when they got reality checked they given more than enough chances, for other not so much yet its the given reality, i think they set up his (Nagakado) death quite beautifully and full of ironies.

[@cain7925]

he's impulsive and refused to listen to he's father

[@FarrahFawxx]

His father has literally been teaching him and imparting his wisdom throughout the whole show. Punishing him when he acted recklessly, showing him how to control his feelings, instructing him on why he should only place trust in himself, showing him how easily influenced he was by those around him. etc. What more do you want? A parent can only provide the tool, the child must wield it. Nagakado disregarded all the teachings of his father and that is what lead to his death.

[@nesier07]

This is where I have to disagree but not entirely. Toranaga's way of teaching is more of : do like I do. Nagakado had every opportunity to learn by observing his father and his vassals but was too naive and dumb to actually observe and learn and for that I feel sorry for him to go out like that, a fool's death

[@toranaga1969]

Naga's death is the biggest departure from the book so far.

[@safuwanfauzi5014]

i dont think he die, he maybe injured badly, go into coma but recovered, because he will become 2nd shogun. but if he died, maybe twist will be made, maybe others son will replace Nagakado, the others Toranaga son who are hiding or not show yet.

[@Leviathan0220]

@@safuwanfauzi5014his head smashed like a water melon

[@Charliestrife01]

@@safuwanfauzi5014he literally was gasping for air and died. If he’s walking around all fine in the next 3 episodes that’ll be just plain stupid.

[@cyka7705]

@@safuwanfauzi5014 the 2nd shogun could be another's toranaga's son

[@bradleye660]

Super upset with how the show writers handled this. He deserved a decent death at the very least.

[@Arken2249]

Great review and commentary. I'm so glad to hear your pronunciations of the characters' names rather than an AI voice that butchers them. I agree that this is the best current show. Thank you for your presentation.🙏👍

[@BrainPilot]

Thanks a lot! Glad you enjoyed the video. It took me time to get those pronunciations correct haha

[@PeterchrysIzu-Unamma]

while, it is safe to believe that Toranaga treated his son in the way life usually plays out, i think he pushed the boy too hard. This was seen by his constant effort to impress and prove to his father, that he is strong. A word of encouragement or personal time with him would have gone a long way. This is his son, not a soldier or extended family member. I feel bad for his death, but i think it would spur his father to eventually believe that his son was truly strong.

[@bradleye660]

Toranaga is an awful father lol. No words of encouragement, the constant cold shoulder & dismissal, etc.

[@CC8771]

Lords have multiple sons. Toranaga already has grandchildren going by info from the earlier episodes. In those times, a son of a lord wouldn't expect to get any special treatment from his father unless he was the ONLY son.

[@rachelvoiles9699]

Toranada is 10 steps ahead, even when it looks like he’s walking into a trap.

[@BrainPilot]

That is true!

[@saberserpent1134]

That's what most don't get about fuedal Japanese politics & warfare; you can be an exemplary son, do everything right, and still find his life cut short by some uncontrollable event, one slight breach of etiquette, or, most terrifying, be caught up in someone's machinations without even knowing it.

[@victorlin4645]

The funniest moment in this episode is when John and Yabushige are on the beach and Yabushige motions to John to take out his sword. A reluctant and hapless John mutters in the background "this appears to be occurring..." which is like the old-age version of "well, I guess this is actually happening" that us present-day people would say 😂

[@BrainPilot]

Yeah that was such a funny moment!

[@OrionRox]

The death of Nagakado actually reminds me of Emperor Shijo, he died when he was 12, this is from Wikipedia:" The direct cause of his death is said to have been caused by the young Emperor scattering talcum in the corridors of the imperial palace in an attempt to have fun by causing his close servants and wives to fall, but he accidentally fell down himself."

[@matts6607]

This show is building up to an epic battle. I have never read the book or watched the original show so my theory is probably wrong but here it is : My thoughts: Toranaga and his brother are doing theater. it's a ruse. Reason being, Toranaga knows that Yabushige is toying with both sides and Toranaga NEEDS him. Toranaga definitely KNEW his brother took his spot on the council prior to the visit. The spy in the camp is a carrier pigeon messenger. So he had to know about what was going on in Osaka. There was a scene that panned to Toranaga's spy in the village bowing before Toranaga's brother. So in my opinion this was a ruse to get Yabushige on his side but it kinda failed since Nagakado AGAIN became brash and suffered the consequences. Tornanga talked to him about being brash and took away his rank but apparantly he didn't learn. I believe that Tornanga needed a way into Osaka and knew Crimson Sky was a lost cause. Toranaga's plan was to go into the castle and he and his brother would destroy the council from within. now that is all lost cause they will have to reveal the plan. Toranaga was scribing his last will as he should in case the plan didn't work. The Lady of the Willow World was 100% spot on, which is why he gave her the land to do as she pleases but chastised her to keep his ruse intact. Edit in : one part in the show that was pretty important was at the dinner after the dialog about Toranaga shitting his pants as a kid and when Saeki revealed he was made part of the council, he presented a decree directed at Nagakado to commit seppeku. When he reached for it, his father yelled at him not to touch it. If he had touched it, he would have had acted upon it. Taking the letter was acceptance. Toranaga snapped at him not to take it. This was another lesson I think he was trying to teach his son. Also a test to see how his son would react.

[@danclyveincorporado8269]

After watching episode 8, I finally understood that Nagakado's sacrifice bought Toranaga a "Stick of Time" enough for him to prepare for his plans... Very brilliant and connecting to the episode 7's title.

[@pamelatorrescordova8476]

Toranaga HAS a secret plan 🤭 and it’s fucking brilliant! To everyone who has read the book is a bit obvious when he looked up at the sky with rain…

[@_ezekieldomingo]

Spoil me pls? Can't wait to episode 8😂

[@sanguinius3938]

Hi there lady with glasses, can you please gives a summit? I'd love to see how it plays out, i don't care about spoilers.

[@enandcastro6528]

spill it

[@pamelatorrescordova8476]

@@_ezekieldomingo he saw the rain and then thought of a secret plan that only he knows. He got “sick” because of the rain to delay his departure. His plan is this: 1 appear sick to delay departure 2. Sacrifice his best friend to make his position about surrender more believable 3. Send Mariko to save his wife and consorts 4… I won’t not say cause it’s too much spoilers

[@originaozz]

Toranaga son's death was so tragic, especially the part where he brought upon himself. Thing is his whole life he's heard of his father's larger than life tales (in which many are exaggerated as we learned about how he cut off the heard of that general at his ninth attempt). The boy built up this image of what a great man is in his mind and keep trying to impress the impossible. This is why we see many great ruler failed at passing on their legacies; they usually spoiled their child or leave them cold.

[@mamorintan]

Nagakado is so pity but he played a role in unwittingly helping Toranaga's strategy twice. If rumors spread in Osaka that "Nagakado died trying to kill his uncle," what could be more advantageous than not exposing the strategy of his uncle Saeki and Toranaga?! Nagakado is foolish and impulsive, but both with the cannon and now, he plays an ironic role in helping his father's plan in ways he never expected. His death was not in vain.

[@ApokalipsKilldren]

The episode started with Crimson Sky and ended in a Crimson Puddle….

[@e1ectroniKa]

These videos are great by the way, love your analysis

[@BrainPilot]

Thanks a lot!

[@marinadean5706]

On a side note, I was surprised that Blackthorn apparently is such a lousy swordsman. As if he’d never even held one before. I thought back in the day everyone was well versed in swordsmanship just different styles. I’m waiting for the moment when he’s gonna stick it to all the haters.

[@HelloThere156]

Same

[@TheEnginator]

His main trades as a sailor are sailing and cannonery. He is probably better with the sword than a peasant, but never even closely as much as a samurai. Also, we don't know how good he is at all. Maybe he is the Private Pyle of the 16th century. 😂

[@blacksheeptx214]

a game of misdirection. Toranaga is a brilliant tactician. He gives away nothing and plays everyone for the roles he desires them to be in. It is quite literally a grand scale Kabuki play and Toranaga is the director. The fact that the lady of Willow World was keen enough to see the subtleties is impressive. Great writing which has been hard to find lately out of Hollywood. With all the Korean movies making a splash, it's nice to see the Japanese make a comeback as well.

[@travellingmojo]

While I've been enjoying the series. Nagakado's demise is clumsily written. He died because he slipped and hit his head on a rock? This isn't a comic book. A well-trained young lord who is agile with a sword just happens to slip and hit his head and dies? I don't recall this in the book, and this scene could've been written far better than what was depicted.

[@matthewmangum6320]

Toranaga is playing the long game. He’s drawing out his enemies and testing those who are closest to him. Unfortunately his son died thinking he was going to avenge his father’s honor. The half brother was very disrespectful to Toranaga, I kept waiting for him to cut his head off, but he has a plan in place and most of the time in these sagas don’t always end up the way you would ever expect them to. Sayonara

[@lildjpunk]

Shogun's such a refreshing show. I've been loving it!

[@BrainPilot]

Yeah same here!

[@thefirstofthelastones8952]

There was no music in the end credits... That's a sign s#!ts gonna get real!

[@tristanthomas7849]

Great review.. I didnt think i would like the show in the first 2 episodes, but it is one of the best I've seen. This is the best episode by far. All the actors/actresses' are incredible, down to even the side characters and background characters. To me this is the best piece of cinema in the last few years. A lot of shows and movies have great visuals and cinematography (spelling might be wrong), I feel a lot of actors in the last frew years are really good, but the writing fails the rest of the team, as in everyone does great at their job but is given a shit script to work with. This to me is the best all around experience, where actors are great, writing/script is great, all the people who work on visuals (cgi/filming/set design/everying a show needs) are doing a fantastic job

[@BrainPilot]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@choyMM]

Dont forget Blackthorne's crew. They probably have built ships in Edo and on their way to pick them up now. Im guessing next episode they arrive and save the day, then they set sail for Osaka.

[@kennyknight07]

It’s literally “ games of thrones” Japanese version! So excited to see the next episode!

[@deanebona9505]

I speculate that Toranaga adds onto his will for the tea house because they suspect he is hiding more than he is showing. I bet reinforcements are coming from Edo.

[@jkn8705]

I agree. This is one of the best shows on TV. They've done a great job of showcasing & honoring Japanese history. The cinematography is absolutely beautiful. I've been watching each episode twice. Once in english dub & then with Japanese subtitles. I can't get enough. ❤

[@mintybadger6905]

I’ve read the book, I know how this ends and I’m still twisted in knots each episode.

[@BrainPilot]

That's awesome!

[@SoldierSpiderx]

I see two possible scenarios: He uses being "escorted" into the castle as a disguise to really attack once inside. Possibly with soldiers also attacking from the outside, to keep the defenders busy and confused. Or his brother is even in on the plan and supposed to "escort" him into the castle and then strike together. The attack of his son is unfortunate, but cannot be helped, but at least makes the ruse even more convincing. Ishidos spies will tell him that Torunaga surrendered and called of crimson sky. But what if this is crimson sky?

[@theo1216]

Ngl I laughed a little when he fell, it was like the samurai equivalent of slipping on a banana peel.

[@danielmelgar8918]

The talk between Fuji and Nagakado. Nagakado talked about his friends bravery to his widow.

[@genmercurio4437]

anjin/blackthorne is very frustrated as he cannot do anything. i am also frustrated on what is his true purpose in this drama.

[@eizwaneiz]

lord saeki balls is like cherry on top

[@NM-hq1io]

My nigga Toranaga cooking something CRAZY on god 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂