The Elusive Samurai, Vol. 20

The Elusive Samurai, Vol. 20 by Yusei Matsui offers a riveting tale set in war-torn medieval Japan, where a young samurai lord strives to reclaim his throne—though not through the might of his sword. Instead, Hojo Tokiyuki must navigate his challenges by running away!

In this compelling story, eight-year-old Hojo Tokiyuki is the heir to the Kamakura shogunate. However, the Hojo clan's fortunes are waning, and Tokiyuki’s tranquil pastime of playing hide-and-seek with his teachers is shattered when his clan is betrayed. As the sole survivor, Tokiyuki is the legitimate heir to the throne. To recover it, he must rely on his greatest skill—escaping!

Following the conclusion of the Battle of Ishizu, Tokiyuki and Akiie’s forces are forced into retreat. Despite significant losses, Tokiyuki's support for the Southern Court earns him recognition and an honour from Emperor Go-Daigo. Ever hopeful, Tokiyuki embarks on a perilous seaborne mission aimed at invading Kanto and Oshu. This journey is fraught with danger and heightened by a spiritual power clash between Shizuku and Mima.