All articles tagged with #samurai
The article explores the historical and philosophical perspectives on honor and virtue, contrasting Aristotle's emphasis on moral virtues as the path to happiness with the samurai code of bushido, which values loyalty, courage, and honorable death, ultimately suggesting that true virtue aligns with higher divine truths beyond mere honor or power.
'Ghost of Yotei' enhances the samurai revenge genre with a heartfelt story and strong lead performance, making it a standout open-world game.
Ghost of Yotei is a visually stunning and fluid combat-focused open-world game that builds upon Ghost of Tsushima with a new protagonist, Atsu, offering a refined samurai revenge story and expanded weaponry, though its story remains predictable.
Ghost of Yotei, a PS5-exclusive follow-up to Ghost of Tsushima, expands on its predecessor with a larger world, more engaging story, diverse combat, and cinematic presentation, making it a highly recommended game despite minor AI and puzzle issues.
Yasuke: A Lost Descendant is an upcoming action RPG featuring the historical Black Samurai Yasuke and his super-powered descendant in a futuristic setting. The game shares similarities with Assassin's Creed Shadows, including parkour movement and action-packed combat. Developer Dalliance Studios promises a deep storyline and unique combat styles, though no release date has been announced yet.
Tadanobu Asano, a veteran Japanese actor, has gained global recognition for his role as Kashigi Yabushige in FX's period series Shōgun, becoming a fan favorite for his charismatic portrayal of the scheming lord of Izu. Asano discusses his preparation process for the role, the relatability of his character, and the success of Shōgun. He also reflects on his late friend's role in his international career and expresses interest in new challenges, such as conveying emotions without dialogue.
The FX samurai epic "Shogun" aims to break away from Hollywood's cliches of a white protagonist mastering the ways of the samurai, with star and producer Hiroyuki Sanada leading the charge for authenticity. The show's creators, Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo, sought to present a more nuanced and culturally respectful portrayal of feudal Japan, enlisting a Japanese crew and actors to ensure historical accuracy and depth of characters. Premiering today, "Shogun" promises to immerse audiences in Japanese history while dialing down the exoticism of previous adaptations.
Netflix has renewed the animated series "Blue Eye Samurai" for a second season, following its critical acclaim and positive reception from viewers. The show, created by Michael Green and Amber Noizumi, features an outcast samurai seeking revenge in Edo-era Japan and boasts an all-star voice cast. While the show initially received a single-season order, fans' support and viewership played a crucial role in securing the renewal. The second season will continue the story as the protagonist embarks on a journey to Europe, specifically London, to hunt down new adversaries.
Assassin's Creed Red will feature the first real-life protagonist in the series, based on the African Samurai Yasuke. The game will also include a female protagonist named Naoe, seeking revenge for her father's death. Yasuke's story has been rewritten to fit the game's narrative, where he survives a slave ship attack and becomes a samurai under Nobunaga's service. The two protagonists start as enemies but later become allies in their quest for Japan's unification. Other historical characters, including Oda Nobunaga and Hattori Hanzo, will also appear in the game. It remains unclear if Yasuke will be referred to by his real-life name in the final release.
The Seattle Mariners lost to the Los Angeles Angels 4-5 in a game where the Angels used combined-arms warfare tactics, similar to those used by Samurai leader Oda Nobunaga, to win. While the Mariners started strong, the Angels managed to turn the game around with strong pitching and defense, punishing mistakes and passing the baton on offense. Despite Mike Trout striking out three times and Shohei Ohtani giving up three earned runs in five innings, the Angels looked like a good baseball team and were able to hold on for the win.
Game Freak, the studio behind Pokémon, is partnering with Private Division for an "ambitious" new action-adventure game called Project Bloom. The game is expected to be very different from Game Freak's usual monster collecting fare and will be the studio's first major foray into the AAA action-adventure space. The first piece of concept art for the game features a samurai standing in a forest grove, suggesting a greater scope than Game Freak's previous projects. Little is known about Project Bloom, but it is confirmed to be "early" in development and expected to launch sometime between April 2025 and March 2026.
HIDARI is a beautifully realized samurai battle short film made using stop-motion animation, following the trend of adult-oriented stop-motion films. The film demands intense attention to detail and the patience of a saint. Stop-motion animation is finally getting the respect it deserves in modernity, and HIDARI is a great example of the medium's potential.
Hiroyuki Sanada, who plays Koji Shimazu in the latest John Wick film, says the movie is not just about bloodshed but also about brotherhood. The film sees retired and estranged assassins Koji Shimazu, John Wick, and Caine reunite in Osaka, Japan, where their relationships and loyalty are tested. Sanada's character, Shimazu, is a loyal friend of Wick and the owner of the Osaka Continental Hotel, providing him with short-lived refuge. Sanada believes the fight scenes in the movie are more than just moments of violence, as they tell a story and have good drama and character emotion.