24 minSeason 2 • Episode 24
LatestIn a parallel world, Hibiki and Hachirou face off with the Joujinshuu one final time. The Joujinshuu are caught off guard and overwhelmed, but Joujin still has a final trick up his sleeve: a deep connection to a powerful, hidden ninja.
The story takes place in the year 1614. Two ninja clans, Tsubagakure of the Iga and Manjidani of Kouga, battle each other to determine which grandson of Tokugawa Ieyasu will become the next shogun. The deadly competition between 10 elite ninja from each clan unleashes a centuries-old hatred that threatens to destroy all hope for peace between them.
Cinematography
Stunning watercolor backdrops against brutal violence.
Writing
Every character gets a tragic backstory before dying.
Practical Effects
Creative ninja abilities that break body horror rules.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on Futaro Yamada's 1958 novel 'The Kouga Ninja Scrolls,' which also inspired Shinobi: Heart Under Blade.
The opening theme 'Kouga Ninpouchou' by Onmyouza uses traditional instruments to prime you for tragedy before episode one even starts.
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