swc: kanbei events.
Keeping these here for posterity. (Also because canon piggyback rides. You are good to me, Koei.)
Obviously, "MC" would be replaced with whatever name you entered for your protagonist. These scenes were taken from the female path, although so far I see nothing that looks like it would be any different for the male hero.
Sparks
Recognizing Nobunaga's ability, Kanbei Kuroda had offered to submit to the Oda clan.
MC was a witness to this moment in time. Kanbei was an old acquaintance, with whom many battles had been fought.
Nobunaga: Are you saying that you will side with me? Fine. You will serve under the Monkey.
Kanbei: Yes, my lord. I am honored to accept this appointment.
Kanbei made a deep bow. Nobunaga left with an unnerving grin on his face.
Kanbei: I see you are here too.
Kanbei: Nobunaga has a rare talent. He will be able to bring order to this chaotic world.
Kanbei: That is why I have decided to serve him.
>>Who's the Monkey?
Kanbei: That's Hideyoshi, Nobunaga's right hand. I have been ordered to serve him.
>>Are you going to serve under Hideyoshi?
Kanbei: Indeed. And I have no choice but to follow Nobunaga's orders.
Kanbei: Hideyoshi... He is competent, but whether he has the ability to unite the land is unknown.
Kanbei: I think I shall evaluate his character first. It will not be too late to make a decision after that.
Kanbei: If he turns out to be a spark that threatens the peace, I will dispose of him immediately.
Kanbei: That's enough talk for now. I have to prepare for the next battle.
With Hideyoshi and Hanbei
Hideyoshi was praising Kanbei for his ingenuity.
Hideyoshi: You are sharp-witted indeed! We're winning one battle after another because of you!
Hideyoshi: I will reward you handsomely!
Kanbei: I am honored.
Hideyoshi: What's wrong, Kanbei? You don't look so happy.
Kanbei: I'm wondering if you should really treat me so well.
Kanbei: After all, I might be a threat to you in the future.
Hideyoshi looked blank for a moment and then broke into a smile.
Hideyoshi: Oh, is that what you're worried about? Forget about it!
Hideyoshi: If you defeat me, it means I wasn't that good to begin with.
Hideyoshi: Besides... I'm sure you would do well in my position.
Hideyoshi: Anyway, I'm counting on you!
Hideyoshi left smiling.
Kanbei: So this is Hideyoshi...? Totally different from Nobunaga, who controls people with his power.
Hanbei: Congratulations, Kanbei.
Hanbei Takenaka struck up a conversation with Kanbei. Hanbei was also one of Hideyoshi's strategists, and was as skilled as Kanbei.
Hanbei: What do you think? Don't you think Lord Hideyoshi should be the one to unite the land?
Kanbei: He has talent. And a mysterious charm. But Nobunaga is the closest to uniting the land.
Kanbei: If that talent and charm get in the way of Nobunaga's plan to unite Japan...
Hanbei: You'd have to eliminate him? But you agree Lord Hideyoshi is a better ruler, don't you?
Hanbei left without waiting for the answer.
Kanbei: He prattles.
>>Hideyoshi is an interesting man.
>>Hanbei is an interesting man.
Kanbei: He will be useful in carving a path through the chaos, that's for sure.
The Red Lunchbox
Hideyoshi appeared as Kanbei and MC were talking.
Hideyoshi: Excuse me, MC. I must disturb you for a second.
Hideyoshi came between Kanbei and MC gave Kanbei a red lunchbox.
Hideyoshi: Go on, Kanbei. Eat.
Kanbei: Huh?
Hideyoshi: That's an order. Eat.
Having no choice, Kanbei opened the lunchbox. It was packed with delicious-looking rice and side dishes.
Kanbei: Hmph.
Kanbei stuffed his mouth with the food. He seemed to enjoy it.
Hideyoshi: When Nene first saw you, she had an urge to feed you a lot of good food, she said.
Kanbei choked, spitting out a mouthful of food. Hideyoshi looked at Kanbei with a smirk and continued.
Hideyoshi: And when I first saw you, I had an urge to make you smile.
Kanbei looked at Hideyoshi, forgetting all about the mess he had made.
Hideyoshi: What's wrong, Kanbei? Stop staring at me and eat. It may not be quite like your mother's cooking, but it's good.
Kanbei: I lost my mother when I was young. I have no memory of her cooking.
Hideyoshi: I know. I heard that you cried your eyes out.
Kanbei looked at Hideyoshi, a little taken aback.
Hideyoshi: Ever since you became my strategist, you have been like a son to Nene and me.
Hideyoshi: I know everything about you. You may seem cold, but you have a good heart.
Kanbei: No tears are left for me. People change.
Hideyoshi: People may get craftier, but their essential nature doesn't change. You've just forgotten how to smile.
Hideyoshi: I'll help you remember how someday. If my dear Kanbei doesn't smile, I'll make him smile.
Hideyoshi tapped Kanbei and MC on the shoulder.
Hideyoshi: Sorry to disturb you, MC. Chew well when you eat, Kanbei.
Saying that, Hideyoshi left.
>>He's an interesting person.
>>What a stupid joke!
Staring at the lunchbox, Kanbei's mouth twisted into a faint smirk.
At the Root
In Kanbei's study... A letter lay on the desk. Kanbei sat stiffly in front of it.
Hanbei came in and struck up a conversation with Kanbei.
Hanbei: Is something bothering you? Do you want some help from a genius strategist?
Kanbei: It's nothing for you to worry about.
Hanbei peered at Kanbei's letter.
Hanbei: Wow. That's the reward from Hideyoshi, right?
Hanbei: So, you only got the paper and not the actual reward yet, eh?
Kanbei: Hmph.
Hanbei: This is a problem to be sure. What to do?
Hanbei: You could take the reward and be hated by the young retainers, thereby creating a threat to future peace.
Hanbei: Or you could ignore Hideyoshi's generosity and have him ignore your advice from now on.
Kanbei: You speak very bluntly.
Hanbei: Here, let me see that.
Hanbei took the letter away from Kanbei...
And tore it up.
Kanbei: What are you doing, Hanbei?!
Hanbei: It was an accident. You didn't do anything wrong.
Hanbei: People already think of me as a strange one, right? So there is no problem.
Hanbei: Everything's okay now! Problems must be stamped out at their source!
Hanbei: Like you always say... Extinguish the sparks of conflict.
Kanbei: How like you.
Hanbei: Yes, isn't it?
>>These two are made for each other.
To MC, Kanbei looked like he was smiling.
>>Secretly tell Hideyoshi about this.
MC told Hideyoshi what happened. Hanbei, however, was not punished.
Instead, MC was called "MC the informer" for some time afterward.
Making Plans
During battle, Kanbei and Hanbei were inspecting the battlefield with MC.
Kanbei: I see. We might have to reconsider our plan.
Hanbei: Hey, Kanbei. Let me see it too.
Kanbei: Look as much as you like.
Hanbei: Okay then, let me borrow your shoulders!
Hanbei jumped onto Kanbei's shoulders.
Kanbei: What do you think you're doing?
Hanbei: You told me I could look as much as I liked. A strategist should exploit every chance he gets.
Hanbei straddled the blank-faced Kanbei and watched the battlefield.
Hanbei: Oh, there's Matabei Gotō! He's really fired up! He looks older than his years with that huge body.
Matabei Gotō was a retainer of Kanbei's, and also one of the Eight Tigers of Kuroda.
Later he would serve Kanbei's son Nagamasa. At the Battle of Sekigahara, he would distinguish himself within the Eastern Army.
After Kanbei's death, he would break with Nagamasa and flee. During the Ōsaka Campaign, he would side with the Toyotomi to great effect.
Hanbei: He lost his parents when he was little, so Kanbei raised him.
>>That was kind of him.
Hanbei: Yes, it was. He may appear mean, but he really is a kind person.
Kanbei: Kindness had nothing to do with it. I did it because he showed promise.
Kanbei: He will easily be able to lead two or three thousand men in time.
>>You know a lot about him, don't you?
Hanbei: We vowed to make a peaceful land together, you know. I know everything about Kanbei.
Kanbei: Not quite everything...
Hanbei: All right. I have the entire battlefield in my head. Let's make a plan.
Kanbei: Enough talk then. We must hurry back if we are to realize peace.
No Exceptions
MC visited Kanbei, and the two discussed the past battle.
Kanbei: One more spark that threatens the peace was extinguished today. But this war is far from its end.
Kanbei: What do you desire in this troubled time?
>>I desire to unite the land myself!
Kanbei: Hmm. You have a lot of self-confidence, don't you?
Kanbei: Indeed, you have survived the chaos so far. You might be able to do just that.
>>I desire to support the unification of Japan!
Kanbei: That might be a wise choice.
Kanbei: Everyone has their strong and weak points. Aiming for the top is not always the best choice.
Kanbei: Serving the man in power is nothing to be ashamed of.
Kanbei: What we aim for is to end this constant war. We must do whatever it takes.
Kanbei: If there is a spark that threatens the peace, we must extinguish it.
Kanbei: Even if that spark is you or me.
Kanbei's Mercy
A siege was put in place according to Kanbei's plan. The castle had become isolated and was about to fall.
Kanbei: We've cut their supply lines. We only have to wipe out the enemy forces now.
Hanbei: Hey, Kanbei. Do we really have to do that?
Kanbei: This is war. There is no place for mercy.
Hanbei: If you say things like that, you'll never be popular.
Hanbei: Don't you think?
>>Yeah, I do!
Hanbei: See? I don't want to see you unpopular.
>>That's not true!
Hanbei: You like Kanbei too, don't you?
Kanbei: I don't care if I am unpopular.
Hanbei: I don't know about that. Anyway, I already made a move.
Hanbei: I sent a letter to the enemy lord in your name!
Kanbei: Hanbei, you should not have done that.
Hanbei: This is what I wrote: "If you surrender, we'll spare all of your lives."
A messenger came to Hanbei and handed him a letter.
Hanbei: Hmm. It looks like they will surrender.
Hanbei: "Lord Kanbei Kuroda, we appreciate your mercy."
Hanbei: Yes! Now you are a popular man.
Kanbei: The battle has ended early. We must be satisfied with this.
Kanbei turned his back and left.
Hanbei: He's embarrassed!
Hanbei's Helmet
When Kanbei, Hanbei and MC were chatting, Masanori's name came up.
Hanbei: You know Masanori Fukushima, right? He asked me something.
Hanbei: He asked me how he can be smart like me. That's so adorable.
Kanbei: Did you tell him it is impossible? It is cruel to give false hope, you know.
Hanbei: We have to give the youth hope. By the way... Remember that strange helmet I made the other day.
Kanbei: That Ichinotani helmet that looks like it could break your neck if it caught a head wind?
Hanbei: I told him I'm smart because of the helmet. So he said he wants it.
Hanbei: I promised to give it to him when I'm dead. Now he says he can't wait till I die. That's so adorable!
Kanbei: ...
Hanbei: Hey, Kanbei, are you angry?
Kanbei: It's nothing. I was just thinking how indiscreet and obnoxious you both were.
After Kanbei left the room, Hanbei spoke to MC.
Hanbei: Unless I am mistaken, that strange helmet will be handed down to Kanbei's son.
Hanbei: I don't think he knows that. He is so adorable.
>>I don't really understand.
>>That's great, but it's a waste of your talent, isn't it?
Hanbei: Imagine him putting on that huge helmet with a gloomy face like Kanbei's...
Hanbei: It's too bad I can't be there to see that. Witness that for me, will you, MC?
Hanbei smiled sadly.
A Contest
After the battle, Kanbei Kuroda and MC came across Masanori Fukushima drinking sake in the camp.
Masanori:: Well if it isn't the strategist Lord Kanbei! Wipe that gloomy look off your face and have a drink!
Kanbei: I am on duty. I must decline.
Masanori:: Don't be so by-the-book! It's a bore! Wait a minute. You can't drink, can you?
Kanbei: You're welcome to think whatever you like.
>>Don't bother with him.
Kanbei: You're right. Of course I won't.
Kanbei tried to ignore Masanori and leave. But Masanori did not give up.
>>Come on, drink with him.
Kanbei: I see. You refer to the story of the praying mantis. You have a point.
Masanori barged in as MC and Kanbei were talking.
Masanori:: All right! A little won't hurt! If you drink this sake, I'll give you anything you want!
He poured sake into a huge cup.
Kanbei: You'll give me anything, right?
Kanbei turned his face toward Masanori.
Masanori:: Right. I said so! My word is my bond. Seriously!
Kanbei: All right then.
Kanbei took the cup from Masanori and emptied it in one gulp.
Kanbei: I drank it. Now then, you must keep your promise.
Masanori:: How could you finish that!? Are you a monster!? Forget about that promise I made!
Kanbei: A promise is a promise. I'll take what I like.
Kanbei took what Hideyoshi had given to Masanori. The Nihongō, one of the three great spears of Japan.
Conflict Stirs Anew
MC and Kanbei were discussing the state of the land.
Kanbei: After Hideyoshi's death, chaos has once again threatened the land. The next ruler will be Ieyasu.
Kanbei: Now the Toyotomi are the sparks that threaten the peace. They must be extinguished.
>>I guess there is no choice.
Kanbei: Indeed. The Toyotomi must be eliminated if peace is to come.
>>Are you going to betray the Toyotomi?
Kanbei: Betray... Such a sentimental word.
Kanbei: I was never serving the Toyotomi. I was serving the one who could end the chaos.
Kanbei: No one can replace Lord Hideyoshi.
Kanbei: And Lord Hideyoshi is the only one who could sustain the land he created. This then is a natural consequence.
Kanbei looked the same as usual, but with a hint of sadness.
The Final Spark
Ieyasu Tokugawa declared himself Shōgun and established a new government in Edo.
MC and Kanbei were reminiscing about their past battles together.
Kanbei: The land has once again been united under Ieyasu. My duty is over.
Kanbei: What are you going to do now?
>>I haven't decided.
Kanbei: There is plenty of time. Take your time to think.
>>I'll open a store or something.
Kanbei: I see. A wise choice. There is no need for weapons anymore.
Kanbei: I have a favor to ask you.
Kanbei: The last spark that threatens the peace will soon be extinguished.
Kanbei laid his hand on his chest. It looked as if he was remembering something for a moment.
Kanbei: Keep an eye on the land. Make sure it stays peaceful.
Kanbei: There must be no more wars. That is my wish.
Kanbei: Goodbye, MC.
He took out an old red lunchbox and handed it to MC.
Obviously, "MC" would be replaced with whatever name you entered for your protagonist. These scenes were taken from the female path, although so far I see nothing that looks like it would be any different for the male hero.
Sparks
Recognizing Nobunaga's ability, Kanbei Kuroda had offered to submit to the Oda clan.
MC was a witness to this moment in time. Kanbei was an old acquaintance, with whom many battles had been fought.
Nobunaga: Are you saying that you will side with me? Fine. You will serve under the Monkey.
Kanbei: Yes, my lord. I am honored to accept this appointment.
Kanbei made a deep bow. Nobunaga left with an unnerving grin on his face.
Kanbei: I see you are here too.
Kanbei: Nobunaga has a rare talent. He will be able to bring order to this chaotic world.
Kanbei: That is why I have decided to serve him.
>>Who's the Monkey?
Kanbei: That's Hideyoshi, Nobunaga's right hand. I have been ordered to serve him.
>>Are you going to serve under Hideyoshi?
Kanbei: Indeed. And I have no choice but to follow Nobunaga's orders.
Kanbei: Hideyoshi... He is competent, but whether he has the ability to unite the land is unknown.
Kanbei: I think I shall evaluate his character first. It will not be too late to make a decision after that.
Kanbei: If he turns out to be a spark that threatens the peace, I will dispose of him immediately.
Kanbei: That's enough talk for now. I have to prepare for the next battle.
With Hideyoshi and Hanbei
Hideyoshi was praising Kanbei for his ingenuity.
Hideyoshi: You are sharp-witted indeed! We're winning one battle after another because of you!
Hideyoshi: I will reward you handsomely!
Kanbei: I am honored.
Hideyoshi: What's wrong, Kanbei? You don't look so happy.
Kanbei: I'm wondering if you should really treat me so well.
Kanbei: After all, I might be a threat to you in the future.
Hideyoshi looked blank for a moment and then broke into a smile.
Hideyoshi: Oh, is that what you're worried about? Forget about it!
Hideyoshi: If you defeat me, it means I wasn't that good to begin with.
Hideyoshi: Besides... I'm sure you would do well in my position.
Hideyoshi: Anyway, I'm counting on you!
Hideyoshi left smiling.
Kanbei: So this is Hideyoshi...? Totally different from Nobunaga, who controls people with his power.
Hanbei: Congratulations, Kanbei.
Hanbei Takenaka struck up a conversation with Kanbei. Hanbei was also one of Hideyoshi's strategists, and was as skilled as Kanbei.
Hanbei: What do you think? Don't you think Lord Hideyoshi should be the one to unite the land?
Kanbei: He has talent. And a mysterious charm. But Nobunaga is the closest to uniting the land.
Kanbei: If that talent and charm get in the way of Nobunaga's plan to unite Japan...
Hanbei: You'd have to eliminate him? But you agree Lord Hideyoshi is a better ruler, don't you?
Hanbei left without waiting for the answer.
Kanbei: He prattles.
>>Hideyoshi is an interesting man.
>>Hanbei is an interesting man.
Kanbei: He will be useful in carving a path through the chaos, that's for sure.
The Red Lunchbox
Hideyoshi appeared as Kanbei and MC were talking.
Hideyoshi: Excuse me, MC. I must disturb you for a second.
Hideyoshi came between Kanbei and MC gave Kanbei a red lunchbox.
Hideyoshi: Go on, Kanbei. Eat.
Kanbei: Huh?
Hideyoshi: That's an order. Eat.
Having no choice, Kanbei opened the lunchbox. It was packed with delicious-looking rice and side dishes.
Kanbei: Hmph.
Kanbei stuffed his mouth with the food. He seemed to enjoy it.
Hideyoshi: When Nene first saw you, she had an urge to feed you a lot of good food, she said.
Kanbei choked, spitting out a mouthful of food. Hideyoshi looked at Kanbei with a smirk and continued.
Hideyoshi: And when I first saw you, I had an urge to make you smile.
Kanbei looked at Hideyoshi, forgetting all about the mess he had made.
Hideyoshi: What's wrong, Kanbei? Stop staring at me and eat. It may not be quite like your mother's cooking, but it's good.
Kanbei: I lost my mother when I was young. I have no memory of her cooking.
Hideyoshi: I know. I heard that you cried your eyes out.
Kanbei looked at Hideyoshi, a little taken aback.
Hideyoshi: Ever since you became my strategist, you have been like a son to Nene and me.
Hideyoshi: I know everything about you. You may seem cold, but you have a good heart.
Kanbei: No tears are left for me. People change.
Hideyoshi: People may get craftier, but their essential nature doesn't change. You've just forgotten how to smile.
Hideyoshi: I'll help you remember how someday. If my dear Kanbei doesn't smile, I'll make him smile.
Hideyoshi tapped Kanbei and MC on the shoulder.
Hideyoshi: Sorry to disturb you, MC. Chew well when you eat, Kanbei.
Saying that, Hideyoshi left.
>>He's an interesting person.
>>What a stupid joke!
Staring at the lunchbox, Kanbei's mouth twisted into a faint smirk.
At the Root
In Kanbei's study... A letter lay on the desk. Kanbei sat stiffly in front of it.
Hanbei came in and struck up a conversation with Kanbei.
Hanbei: Is something bothering you? Do you want some help from a genius strategist?
Kanbei: It's nothing for you to worry about.
Hanbei peered at Kanbei's letter.
Hanbei: Wow. That's the reward from Hideyoshi, right?
Hanbei: So, you only got the paper and not the actual reward yet, eh?
Kanbei: Hmph.
Hanbei: This is a problem to be sure. What to do?
Hanbei: You could take the reward and be hated by the young retainers, thereby creating a threat to future peace.
Hanbei: Or you could ignore Hideyoshi's generosity and have him ignore your advice from now on.
Kanbei: You speak very bluntly.
Hanbei: Here, let me see that.
Hanbei took the letter away from Kanbei...
And tore it up.
Kanbei: What are you doing, Hanbei?!
Hanbei: It was an accident. You didn't do anything wrong.
Hanbei: People already think of me as a strange one, right? So there is no problem.
Hanbei: Everything's okay now! Problems must be stamped out at their source!
Hanbei: Like you always say... Extinguish the sparks of conflict.
Kanbei: How like you.
Hanbei: Yes, isn't it?
>>These two are made for each other.
To MC, Kanbei looked like he was smiling.
>>Secretly tell Hideyoshi about this.
MC told Hideyoshi what happened. Hanbei, however, was not punished.
Instead, MC was called "MC the informer" for some time afterward.
Making Plans
During battle, Kanbei and Hanbei were inspecting the battlefield with MC.
Kanbei: I see. We might have to reconsider our plan.
Hanbei: Hey, Kanbei. Let me see it too.
Kanbei: Look as much as you like.
Hanbei: Okay then, let me borrow your shoulders!
Hanbei jumped onto Kanbei's shoulders.
Kanbei: What do you think you're doing?
Hanbei: You told me I could look as much as I liked. A strategist should exploit every chance he gets.
Hanbei straddled the blank-faced Kanbei and watched the battlefield.
Hanbei: Oh, there's Matabei Gotō! He's really fired up! He looks older than his years with that huge body.
Matabei Gotō was a retainer of Kanbei's, and also one of the Eight Tigers of Kuroda.
Later he would serve Kanbei's son Nagamasa. At the Battle of Sekigahara, he would distinguish himself within the Eastern Army.
After Kanbei's death, he would break with Nagamasa and flee. During the Ōsaka Campaign, he would side with the Toyotomi to great effect.
Hanbei: He lost his parents when he was little, so Kanbei raised him.
>>That was kind of him.
Hanbei: Yes, it was. He may appear mean, but he really is a kind person.
Kanbei: Kindness had nothing to do with it. I did it because he showed promise.
Kanbei: He will easily be able to lead two or three thousand men in time.
>>You know a lot about him, don't you?
Hanbei: We vowed to make a peaceful land together, you know. I know everything about Kanbei.
Kanbei: Not quite everything...
Hanbei: All right. I have the entire battlefield in my head. Let's make a plan.
Kanbei: Enough talk then. We must hurry back if we are to realize peace.
No Exceptions
MC visited Kanbei, and the two discussed the past battle.
Kanbei: One more spark that threatens the peace was extinguished today. But this war is far from its end.
Kanbei: What do you desire in this troubled time?
>>I desire to unite the land myself!
Kanbei: Hmm. You have a lot of self-confidence, don't you?
Kanbei: Indeed, you have survived the chaos so far. You might be able to do just that.
>>I desire to support the unification of Japan!
Kanbei: That might be a wise choice.
Kanbei: Everyone has their strong and weak points. Aiming for the top is not always the best choice.
Kanbei: Serving the man in power is nothing to be ashamed of.
Kanbei: What we aim for is to end this constant war. We must do whatever it takes.
Kanbei: If there is a spark that threatens the peace, we must extinguish it.
Kanbei: Even if that spark is you or me.
Kanbei's Mercy
A siege was put in place according to Kanbei's plan. The castle had become isolated and was about to fall.
Kanbei: We've cut their supply lines. We only have to wipe out the enemy forces now.
Hanbei: Hey, Kanbei. Do we really have to do that?
Kanbei: This is war. There is no place for mercy.
Hanbei: If you say things like that, you'll never be popular.
Hanbei: Don't you think?
>>Yeah, I do!
Hanbei: See? I don't want to see you unpopular.
>>That's not true!
Hanbei: You like Kanbei too, don't you?
Kanbei: I don't care if I am unpopular.
Hanbei: I don't know about that. Anyway, I already made a move.
Hanbei: I sent a letter to the enemy lord in your name!
Kanbei: Hanbei, you should not have done that.
Hanbei: This is what I wrote: "If you surrender, we'll spare all of your lives."
A messenger came to Hanbei and handed him a letter.
Hanbei: Hmm. It looks like they will surrender.
Hanbei: "Lord Kanbei Kuroda, we appreciate your mercy."
Hanbei: Yes! Now you are a popular man.
Kanbei: The battle has ended early. We must be satisfied with this.
Kanbei turned his back and left.
Hanbei: He's embarrassed!
Hanbei's Helmet
When Kanbei, Hanbei and MC were chatting, Masanori's name came up.
Hanbei: You know Masanori Fukushima, right? He asked me something.
Hanbei: He asked me how he can be smart like me. That's so adorable.
Kanbei: Did you tell him it is impossible? It is cruel to give false hope, you know.
Hanbei: We have to give the youth hope. By the way... Remember that strange helmet I made the other day.
Kanbei: That Ichinotani helmet that looks like it could break your neck if it caught a head wind?
Hanbei: I told him I'm smart because of the helmet. So he said he wants it.
Hanbei: I promised to give it to him when I'm dead. Now he says he can't wait till I die. That's so adorable!
Kanbei: ...
Hanbei: Hey, Kanbei, are you angry?
Kanbei: It's nothing. I was just thinking how indiscreet and obnoxious you both were.
After Kanbei left the room, Hanbei spoke to MC.
Hanbei: Unless I am mistaken, that strange helmet will be handed down to Kanbei's son.
Hanbei: I don't think he knows that. He is so adorable.
>>I don't really understand.
>>That's great, but it's a waste of your talent, isn't it?
Hanbei: Imagine him putting on that huge helmet with a gloomy face like Kanbei's...
Hanbei: It's too bad I can't be there to see that. Witness that for me, will you, MC?
Hanbei smiled sadly.
A Contest
After the battle, Kanbei Kuroda and MC came across Masanori Fukushima drinking sake in the camp.
Masanori:: Well if it isn't the strategist Lord Kanbei! Wipe that gloomy look off your face and have a drink!
Kanbei: I am on duty. I must decline.
Masanori:: Don't be so by-the-book! It's a bore! Wait a minute. You can't drink, can you?
Kanbei: You're welcome to think whatever you like.
>>Don't bother with him.
Kanbei: You're right. Of course I won't.
Kanbei tried to ignore Masanori and leave. But Masanori did not give up.
>>Come on, drink with him.
Kanbei: I see. You refer to the story of the praying mantis. You have a point.
Masanori barged in as MC and Kanbei were talking.
Masanori:: All right! A little won't hurt! If you drink this sake, I'll give you anything you want!
He poured sake into a huge cup.
Kanbei: You'll give me anything, right?
Kanbei turned his face toward Masanori.
Masanori:: Right. I said so! My word is my bond. Seriously!
Kanbei: All right then.
Kanbei took the cup from Masanori and emptied it in one gulp.
Kanbei: I drank it. Now then, you must keep your promise.
Masanori:: How could you finish that!? Are you a monster!? Forget about that promise I made!
Kanbei: A promise is a promise. I'll take what I like.
Kanbei took what Hideyoshi had given to Masanori. The Nihongō, one of the three great spears of Japan.
Conflict Stirs Anew
MC and Kanbei were discussing the state of the land.
Kanbei: After Hideyoshi's death, chaos has once again threatened the land. The next ruler will be Ieyasu.
Kanbei: Now the Toyotomi are the sparks that threaten the peace. They must be extinguished.
>>I guess there is no choice.
Kanbei: Indeed. The Toyotomi must be eliminated if peace is to come.
>>Are you going to betray the Toyotomi?
Kanbei: Betray... Such a sentimental word.
Kanbei: I was never serving the Toyotomi. I was serving the one who could end the chaos.
Kanbei: No one can replace Lord Hideyoshi.
Kanbei: And Lord Hideyoshi is the only one who could sustain the land he created. This then is a natural consequence.
Kanbei looked the same as usual, but with a hint of sadness.
The Final Spark
Ieyasu Tokugawa declared himself Shōgun and established a new government in Edo.
MC and Kanbei were reminiscing about their past battles together.
Kanbei: The land has once again been united under Ieyasu. My duty is over.
Kanbei: What are you going to do now?
>>I haven't decided.
Kanbei: There is plenty of time. Take your time to think.
>>I'll open a store or something.
Kanbei: I see. A wise choice. There is no need for weapons anymore.
Kanbei: I have a favor to ask you.
Kanbei: The last spark that threatens the peace will soon be extinguished.
Kanbei laid his hand on his chest. It looked as if he was remembering something for a moment.
Kanbei: Keep an eye on the land. Make sure it stays peaceful.
Kanbei: There must be no more wars. That is my wish.
Kanbei: Goodbye, MC.
He took out an old red lunchbox and handed it to MC.