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## Content Creation

* Gaiden
* Kikoutei Densetsu
* Message
* Luna
* Naria
* Uncle Chin
* Mad Scientist
* Mukala
* Shikaisen
* Suzunagi
* Tenkuden
* Arago - an entire history for him as a human was once written and it would be fascinating to include this
* Kaos - need a summation of the information from the book giving his history
* Merchandise - images of official and popular bootleg merchandise, lists and descriptions of official merchandize

## Media Content

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## Topical Essays

One goal for this wiki is to provide resources to help non-Japanese fans of the Yoroiden Samurai Troopers TV series and OAV understand Japanese cultural nuances. For example, contributor XMezumiiru has written one essay discussing various mystical and mythical connotations used in the show and another introduction the Shitennō, or Four Heavenly Kings, of Buddhism and how they are associated with the four Masho.

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## Translation Needed

Below is a list of articles featuring Japanese text in need of English-language translations or for mechanically translated text to be further improved.

* Episode 25 - Showdown! Two Suikos
* Episode 26 - Korin, Take Back the Light
* Episode 27 - Get Angry Kongo, Smash those Sand Demons
* Episode 28 - Appearance of the Mysterious Demon Woman Kayura
* Episode 29 - Go! Two Warriors...
* Episode 30 - Is This the Youja World?
* Episode 31 - The Legendary Armor, Kikoutei
* Episode 32 - Ji Ryou Shuu (Evil Earth Spirits), Tactics of Terror
* Episode 33 - Seeking the Mysterious Treasure
* Episode 34 - Tenku, A Battle Filled With Injuries
* Episode 35 - Revive, Armored Warriors!
* Episode 36 - Decisive Battle! Kayura Versus Kikoutei
* Episode 37 - The Kou Rai San (Red Thunder Flash) Revived
* Episode 38 - Kayura! The Holy Awakening
* Episode 39 - Shine! Five Warriors
* Gaiden
* Kikoutei Densetsu
* Message
* Naria
* Mukala
* Suzunagi
Episode 22

"Kenbukyou's Challenge"

## Staff

* Script: Oka Masanori
* Director: Hamatsu Mamoru, Akane Kazuki
* Storyboard: Hamatsu Mamoru
* Animation Director: Shioyama Norio

## Summary

Ryo has defeated Saranbou, but Rekka's swords are unable to withstand the power of the white armor and the blades begin to crack. As Ryo and his friends search for an alternative to Rekka's swords, they learn of the existence of the Gou Retsu Ken sealed in the forests near Mt. Fuji from Dr. Yagyu's archives.

## Highlights

A new demon, Kenbukyo, appears. He is accompanied by a black tiger, the Kokuen-o. As a rival to Byakuen, a confrontation between the two tigers breaks out. The mystery of Byakuen, which has not been discussed in depth until now, is brought into focus. What is the mystery of Byakuen that spans a thousand years?

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS and Google Translate (May 22, 2022).
Inochi no Magatama

The Inochi no Magatam (八尺瓊勾玉), or Jewel of Life, is one of the three great treasures needed to permanently defeat the Youja.

## Description

The jewel is a palm-size red stone carved into a curving tear-drop shape. It hangs on a short loop affixed to a long cord necklace.

## Powers

The three sacred weapons -  the Kikoutei armor, the Inochi no Magatama, and the Gou Retsu Ken - can only be activated by those who have not chosen to fight, those without power. The Inochi no Magatama only activates to protect its pure hearted bearers when they are in immediate mortal peril or when driven by the desire to protect another.

## History

Sealed in a shrine beneath Lake Mitamo, in Yamato. The shrine was created by Kaos's clan and the spirits of many warriors remained within suits of armor in the shrine to protect the treasure.

## Real World Inspiration

The jewel is one of the three sacred treasures and part of the imperial regalia of Japan, representing the virtue benevolence.

## Sources

1. ↑ Daijiten Origin Book, Rapport. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Episode 19

"Decisive Battle! Rekka Versus Arago"

## Staff

* Script: Ebinuma Saburo
* Director: Ishizaki Susumu
* Storyboard: Yatabe Katsuyoshi
* Animation Director: Shindo Mitsuo

## Summary

Ryo lost to Arago and is trying to fully understand it. Kaos appears in Ryo's heart as Arago tries absorbing the Trooper. One thousand years ago, Kaos defeated Arago and sealed his armor away inside of nine separate, smaller pieces. Those nine pieces were his armor. When Ryo wakes up to fight for justice, he escapes from Arago. With the hearts of his four friends, their energies gather in the armor of Rekka to transform it into the new and more powerful white armor.

The Troopers rejoice for everyone's safety after the battle is finished. Shin and Shuu support Ryo. Ryo was completely exhausted from fighting with the white armor. He beat Arago, and it seemed like it was all over. Completely done. However, what was the white armor that emerged in the battle against Arago? Is the invasion from the Youja World really over? There was still much mystery and so many questions left unresolved.

## Highlights

The four Masho were absorbed by Arago. The Youja Emperor uses four Masho to form parts of his giant armor body so he can fight the Samurai Troopers. By doing so, this was, unintentionally, encouraging their growth. In short, Arago's plan seems to have been both a success and a hinderance.

Once Ryo lost his energy before Arago and was about to be taken into the Youja Emperor's body, that's when a real pivotal moment happened. Ryo regained his fighting power with the encouragement of his friends. However, Arago's power is, once again, too powerful for the Rekka armor. It's so powerful that Ryo finds himself in danger again. It's at this very moment that a miracle occurs that will forever change the armor of Rekka!!

This is a must-see moment in the TV series. Ryo, who lost to Arago, went through an emotional and passionate development in which he regains his fighting spirit as well as his strength. Wearing the new white armor and increasing his power, Ryo overwhelms Arago and hits him with a Sou En Zan (Twin Flame Cut) sure kill attack using his Rekka swords. While Ryo gained new power, the mystery of the white armor remains. Is it the power of justice?

The human world and Youja World. The secret of the existence of nine armors. First of all, pay attention to Kaosu's words, which can be regarded as redemption for the battle of fate. The conversation between Ryo and Kaosu while within Arago is like a Zen question and answer. It flows to the very core of this story. It also gives us a sense of philosophy. Inspired by Kaos's words, Ryo's "Jin" (benevolence), that has been struggling to overcome his weak heart (not wanting to kill his friends just to take down Arago), uses the white armor (Kikoutei) to drive Arago out of the human world. It's expressed as a null effect. It is also notable that they create all the screens using hand-drawn and photography techniques!

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Mukala

Mukala is voiced by Keiji Fukushi.

## Name Etymology

Mukala (Taiyo no Mukala / Mukala of the Sun)

## Biography

He is a member of the “Tauragi tribe” and who lives in Tanzania, Africa. He was selected by the black Kikoutei armor to be its wielder. He is quite strong, even when not wearing the armor. He also loves boomerangs.

A warrior of the Tauragi tribe living in Tanzania, Central Africa, who appeared in Shinjuku, which was hit by extreme weather. Ryo and his friends attacked the Samurai Trooper with the black Kikoutei armor. It was because he was manipulated by his armor that he asked for a battle with the white Kikoutei armor.

異常気象に見舞われた新宿に現れた、中央アフリカのタンザニアに住むタウラギ族」の戦士。黒い輝煌帝で遼たちサムライトルーパーを襲った。白い輝煌帝との戦いを求めるのも鎧に操られているためだった。

## Sources

1. ↑ Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
2. ↑ Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Translation provided by Google Translate, May 31, 2022.
Shikaisen

The primary villain of Gaiden seeking to seize the power of the Korin armor from Seiji.

voice actor information

## Name Etymology

"A shikaisen is basically a religious branch (not philosophical) of Taoism that believes if a Taoist trains enough (or I think they use the word “cultivate” when translated to English), they will live for a long time and then one day, they will abandon their body, leaving it behind OR even not leaving a body, just leaving a memoir or a personal item (like clothing, tool, a sword, etc), and turn into a celestial being in the spiritual way ... But the way they put Shikaisen as, is closer to a Japanese idea of hermit, sorta between mortal and spiritual, not truly transcended but someone who has lived a long time and has supernatural powers." - explanation written by Meowfred, Ronin Warriors/Samurai Troopers Discord server, May 21, 2022.

## Subordinates

Shikaisen's subordinate is thought to be a disciple who originally studied and practiced the sacred arts under Shikaisen. He wears an eerie mask that looks like a crow tengu.

## Biography

It seems that his origin is different from that of the Youjas led by Arago. The only reason why this mysterious person is searching for the power of an armor is for his own ambitious goals.

## Gallery

Shikaisen's personal agentShikaisen's personal agent
1. ↑ Note from the translator: Tengu are a type of legendary creature found in Japanese folk religion. They are traditionally depicted with human, monkey and avian characteristics.
2. ↑ Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Tenku

## Description

Tenku's primarily color is dark blue. The helmet rises up in a tall crest that towers over the two round golden horns that emerge from the sides of the helmet. A gold diamond sits between the two horns on the front of the helmet. The menpo covers all of the wearer's face, excluding the eyes and mouth, and features a stylized beard. It splits into two halves and retracts into the sides of the helmet when not in use.

The do features a heavy front plate of dark blue trimmed with a grayish-blue metal. Two large gold discs sit to the sides beneath the tare. The lower portion of the do is black plate. The right sode is made of four segmented blue plates while the left is a single shaped piece trimmed with grayish-blue metal. It sits further away from the body to allow greater movement of that arm. The left sode features Tenku's kamon-like crest, a stylized golden arrowhead on a black background. A large, flat blue plate specifically protects the groin and the top of this plate is accented with grayish-blue metal.

## Powers

Tenku possesses the power of flight and it can move at great speeds through the air. Its seat of power is above the Earth in space, where it has direct access to the stars. Tenku has the ability to move freely between the Earth and space, although this power is never consciously used by Touma.

Tenku's power of flight manifests in a semi-transparent blue sphere that surrounds Tenku and can expand as needed to carry others. This sphere can also be used to deflect attacks, as seen in Message when Touma deflects an attack from Suzunagi.

## Weapon - Shouhai Bow

Tenku's bow is a compact longbow. Its metal arms fold up so it can easily fit on a metal plate on the armor's back. A round quiver sits next to the plate and generates an endless shower of energy arrows. Tenku's special move is the Shinkuha (Vacuum Wave), which is later enhanced to a more powerful form.

## Gallery

### Transformation and Attacks

Memorial Vol. 1, Sunrise Corporation, 1990.
Episode 06

"Counterattack: Chou Ryuu Ha (Super Wave Crush)"

## Staff

* Script: Ebinuma Saburo
* Director: Ishizaki Susumu
* Storyboard: Yoneya Ryochi
* Animation Director: Kasahara Akira

## Summary

Ryo and others find out that Shin of the Suiko armor is sleeping in the Naruto Strait. But, once again, Naaza has attacked. Ryo has not healed the wounds from his previous battle. Because of this, he will be unable to fight in the underwater battle. This is when Shin woke up.

With Naaza's poison killing the fish, Shin wakes up feeling extremely angry!

## Highlights

The combined techniques of the Rekka and the revived Suiko armor's attack explodes onto the screen. Suiko's Chou Ryuu Ha (Super Wave Crush) hits and repels Naaza, which is blocked by the power of Rekka. Ryo and Shin have succeeded in the miracle that fire and water do not offset and combine with the greatest power. Bonds as friends will deepen.

## Trivia

Shachi is an orca that was living in the Naruto Strait. This whale became friends with Shin, but Naaza's poison seems to have killed it (Episode 6). From how orcas normally are out in nature, for this one whale to be all alone is extremely rare.

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Mt. Fuji

See also, the map of key locations.

Mt. Fuji is Japan's highest mountain and rests on the border between the Yamanashi and Shizuoka Prefectures.

The magma of Mt. Fuji empowered and restored the Rekka armor and swords when the armor came to rest there following the events of episode two.

## Gallery

Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Memorial Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Episode 04

"Doku Masho Naaza's Trap"

## Staff

* Screenplay: Watanabe Yuu
* Director and Storyboard: Sugishima Kunihisa
* Animation Director: Moriyama Yuji

## Summary

Thanks to Nasutei's grandfather, they're able to uncover clues to the locations of the other Samurai Troopers. However, Professor Yagyu was being manipulated by Naaza's poison the entire time. Although Ryo helped to free him, the poison was ultimately fatal and killed the old man.

## Highlights

Nasutei takes on the challenge of deciphering the mysterious tanka (a kind of poem) left behind by Professor Yagyu. Thanks to her, she was able to locate the remaining four Samurai Troopers. Not only was Nasuti being protected by the guys, but she also shows herself to be an older sister figure to the Samurai Troopers.

## Translator's Notes

> I feel as though something should be clarified about this episode. This topic was brought up on the English Ronin Warriors / Yoroiden Samurai Troopers Facebook page. The following is the end result of a not-very-clear-via-the-episode detail of the episode itself.
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> In this 30th Anniversary Memorial Book, the summary for this episode states that Professor Yagyu was being controlled by the poison created by Naaza's armor, and ultimately died because of that exposure. The problem arose with this because, in the episode itself, the 'smoke' that emerges from the professor is the same coloration that emerges from one of Arago's soldiers that is cut open or destroyed. A shade of blue grey and green. However, the poison of Naaza's armor (as seen in pretty well any episode showing him actively using this) is seen as some variation of pink / magenta / fuchsia. Sometimes more red, sometimes more purple, but always within that color family. Even when he created the fake Suiko to fight the real Shin of the Suiko armor with, that fake warrior was dark red.
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> The long-standing belief about this episode and, Professor Yagyu's resulting death, is due to one of Arago's (or Badamon's) spirits was controlling the professor, it evacuated him, leaving the old man so weak and exhausted that he died soon after. A discussion was had and the ultimate logical conclusion, when going with the original Japanese text itself, is this:
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> Naaza used his poison to weaken Professor Yagyu, making him unable to resist against a spirit possessing him and making it easy for the spirit to control the old man's body and actions. Once the spirit evacuated his body, between the possession itself, as well as being exposed to Naaza's poison, left Professor Yagyu in such a severely weakened state that the only end result was death. And the reason why the 'smoke' emerging from Professor Yagyu is the color that it is? That's because Naaza is a master of poisons. He used a different kind in order to make the professor easily susceptible to what he had to endure and to be effortlessly controlled.
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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Episode 37

"The Kou Rai San Revived"

## Staff

* Script: Oka Masanori, Nakaya Tomoko
* Director and Storyboard: Sugishima Kunihisa
* Animation Director: Hiroshi Osaka

## Summary

To tell the truth, Yuura was a relative of Yusu. The ghost's barrier that sealed the memory of the Kayusu clan = The memory of Kayura was about to return because the chest plate was damaged. However, Baeda is possessed by such a dragon and attacks the Samurai Troopers again.

実は、迦遊羅は迦雄須の縁の者だった。迦雄須一族の記憶を封じた妖邪の結界=胸のプレートが傷つけられたことでで迦遊羅の記憶は戻ろうとしていた。しかし芭陀悶はそんな迦遊羅に憑依し、再びサムライトルーパーたちを襲撃する。

## Highlights

The sad past of Yuura is revealed. Because it is a descendant of the Tadashi clan who can compete with Arago, he sealed his memory and used it. In order to save such a beard, the determination to challenge with the abandoned body of Zhuten saved by Yusu makes me cry!

迦遊羅の悲しい過去が明らかになる。阿羅醐に対抗できる迦雄須の一族の末裔だからこそ、阿羅醐に記憶を封じられ利用されていたを封じたのだ。そんな迦遊羅を救うため、迦雄須に救われた朱天の捨て身で挑む覚悟が泣かせる!

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by Google Translate and Wiki Editor (May 30, 2022).
Episode 38

"Kayura! The Holy Awakening"

## Staff

* Script: Obnishi Yuki
* Director: Ishizaki Susumu
* Storyboard: Asuka Keisaku
* Animation Director: Shindou Mitsuo

## Summary

Zhu Tian was revived as a samurai wearing the helmet of the demon general who was revived by the scepter. However, five Samurai Troopers and the Three Demon Lords are captured. Zhu Tian tried to awaken the castle, but it was finally sealed by nine towers surrounding the castle.

錫杖が復活させた鬼魔将の兜を被り朱天は武者として復活した。しかしサムライトルーパー5人と三魔将が囚われてしまう。迦遊羅を目覚めさせようとした朱天だったが、ついに城を囲む9つの塔に封じられてしまう。

## Highlights

Zhu Tian who throws his own life and releases Kayura from the curse of Baeda. "Rescue the last member of the Kayusu clan, Kayura, with this demon general's armor!" Applauding in spite of the success of Zhu Tian, ​​which is as good as the Samurai Trooper.

There is no doubt that the protagonist of this story is Zhu Tian. Attention is paid to the series of descents in which the demon general's armor is taken over by Kayura and awakened, as well as being surprised at the wit of guiding the scepter from the armor by thrusting the reverse of the scepter turning into a helmet.

It will also be a scene that simply expresses the "heart of armor" that is the basis of this work. Also pay attention to the activity of white flame that can fight with weapons in addition to it.

自らの命を投げ打ち迦遊羅を芭陀悶の呪縛から解放する朱天。「この鬼魔将の鎧にかけて、迦雄須一族の最後の一人、迦遊羅を救い出す!」にはグッとくる。サムライトルーパーに負けず劣らずの朱天の活躍には思わず拍手。

間違いなくこの話数の主役は朱天。錫杖が兜に変化した逆を突き、鎧から錫杖を導くという機転に驚くと共に、鬼魔将の鎧を迦遊羅に引き継がせて目覚めさせるという一連の下りに注目だ。

本作の基本である「鎧の心」を端的に表したシーンでもあるだろう。おまけにくわえた武器でも戦える白炎の活躍にも注目だ。

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by Google Translate and Wiki Editor (May 30, 2022).
Episode 26

"Korin, Take Back the Light"

## Staff

* Script: Watanabe Yuji
* Director: Kawase Toshifumi
* Storyboard: Minoguchi Katsumi
* Animation Director: Sekimoto Tetsuko

## Summary

Korin no Seiji visits Akiyoshido for training. However, the deer he meets there run away from him. Anubisu appears to him, declaring, "It's because of the aura that your armor emits." Is the power gained by the Samurai Trooper the same as Arago's?

光輪のセイジは修業のため秋吉台を訪れる。しかし出会った子鹿などが逃げ去るのを不思議に感じる。そこに現れた悪奴弥守は「それは征士が発する妖気のせい」と告げる。サムライトルーパーが得た力は妖邪と同じなのか。

## Highlights

Seiji learns the Ultra Ballistic Lightning Thrust. However, after using that attack, the Youja Gate appears, and the armor was filled with a deadly power. Seiji attempts to destroy the Korin armor. It is an action of the warrior who respects justice and calmly judges the situation.

悪奴弥守との戦いの中で超弾動雷光斬を会得する征士。しかしその力によって妖邪門が出現し、鎧は妖邪の力で満たされていった。それを悟った征士は、鎧を破壊しようとする。正義を尊び冷静沈着に判断していく征士らしい行動だ。

光幅のセイジの心を苛む 感奴券守の霜神攻撃 光で闇を打ち払え!)

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by Google Translate and Wiki Editor (May 24, 2022).
Suzunagi

This character is from the third and final "Samurai Troopers" OVA. This story is about the Troopers who have to confront a girl who hates their armors. Suzunagi, a spirit holding a grudge, having appeared when the Earth should be at peace. What does the appearance of five new armors mean?

Suzunagi is voiced by Yayoi Inoue.

## Powers

With power comparable to Kaos, she's able to confine the 5 Samurai Troopers to mysterious armors.

## Biography

A grudge spirit that hates armor that appears in front of five Samurai Troopers. In order to defeat Arago, he was trying to deny Kaos, who had revived armor with the same power. Therefore, he entered the hearts of the five warriors who had already left the battle, and planned to deny the battle and armor. Eventually, they learned their determination and their hatred was saved.

5人のサムライトルーパーの前に現れた、鎧を憎む怨念体。阿羅醐を倒すため、それと同等の力を持つ鎧を復活させた迦雄須を否定しようとしていた。そのため、すでに戦いから離れた遼たち5人の心に入り込み、その戦いと鎧を否定させるため画策した。やがて彼らの決意を知り、憎悪の心が救われていくことに⋯⋯。

## Gallery

Suzunagi's crossSuzunagi's motherSuzunagi's mother
## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
2. ↑ Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Translation provided by Google Translate, May 31, 2022.
Episode 12

"Seiji! The Struggle to the Death in the Darkness"

## Staff

* Script: Watanabe Yuji
* Director: Senba Takatsuna
* Storyboard: Yonetani Yoshitomo
* Animation Director: Miura Koji

## Summary

Ryo and his friends headed for Arago's castle, but many of them were scattered as they fought the Youja soldiers. Seiji searches for his friends while keeping Nasutei and Jun safe at his side. Anubisu ends up luring the group down into the subway where Seiji is afraid of using his armor's special attack. If he uses it in such a confined space, the attack may end up hurting Nasutei and Jun. Jun manages to use the power of the shakujo, which defeats Anubisu's darkness attack and allows Seiji to win the fight.

## Highlights

Seiji struggled in the darkness that was created by Anubisu. It was Jun, who was only thought of as a stumbling block to the Troopers, is the one who ended up saving Seiji. When the shakujo reacts to Jun's heart, Kaos's scepter reacts. It directly confronts Anubisu's power and dispels the darkness.. This moment shows the courage and strength that Jun had to confront pure evil.

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Episode 20

"A New Battle"

## Staff

* Script: Toriumi Jinzo
* Director and Storyboard: Sekita Osamu
* Animation Director: Yamada Kisaraka

## Summary

The five of them are once again in the middle of a battle! Ryo is still recovering from the wounds he sustained in the battle with Arago, so Touma and the four others take on Saranbou to protect him. They go to the battlefield without telling Ryo. Saranbo was planning to rule the evil world on behalf of Arago. Therefore, he attacks Samurai Troopers, seeking the power of the white armor that defeated Arago. After blocking the movements of Touma and the others, Saranbou decided that Ryo would have the white armor and attacked. Ryo, who is not in perfect condition, fights to save his friends by arming himself with the Fiery Armor.

## Highlights

From the data left by Dr. Yagyu, it is discovered that the power of armor mimic is ballistic power, and the white armor is powered by super ballistic power. In addition to this, the opening and ending of the second part of the series have been updated with new footage.

Enjoy the splendid drawings of the five characters! There is a lot of variation in the art style of this work, but at the entrance to the second half, the first thing to enjoy is the handsome characters. It is rumored that a number of women were tickled by the beautiful drawings of the four fighting against the deformed enemy known as Saranbou, and their injured and falling figures tickled their maternal instincts.

In addition, we see the five of them in their everyday clothes and the Yagyu family's villa life by the lake, which is quite remarkable.

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Sengoku University

Professor Yagyu taught at Sengoku University, which is located in the suburbs of Tokyo. His private office contained many artifacts. Nasutei assisted him in his work.

## Gallery

Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Memorial Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
1. ↑ Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Episode 31

"The Legendary Armor, Kikoutei"

## Staff

* Script: Saburo Ebinuma
* Director: Kawase Toshihumi
* Storyboard: Keisaku Asuka
* Animation Director: Sekimoto Tetsuko, Fujita Masayuki

## Summary

Ryo and Touma are surrounded by a large army of Youja soldiers, led by Dala, and find themselves nearly overcome. Moreover, Dala is equipped with the Sei Ryu Ken, a sword which he uses to unleash the power stolen from Suiko. Ryo is distressed at the uncertainty as to whether Shin and his friends can withstand summoning the Kikoutei armor.

遼と当麻たちは妖邪兵の大軍勢とそれを率いる堕羅に包囲され苦境に陥る。しかも堕羅は伸たちの鎧の力を吸収した妖邪の刀を装備し圧倒的な力を見せる。遼は伸たちが輝煌帝の発動に耐えられるのか戸惑う⋯⋯。

## Highlights

The secret of the Kikoutei armor is explained by Badamon, the head of the Jiryoushu. While it has the power to dispel the darkness of the heart, it can also destroy the world depending on how it is used. That was also the reason why Arago seeks to claim Kikoutei. However, Ryo and his friends do not yet know the truth about the armors.

The world of Samurai Troopers has a strong feeling of being both Japanese and reflecting the Sengoku period. It is a valuable time to enjoy the atmosphere of battle by the army, which is inherent in Sengoku.

The battle focusing on only two people is a point of interest. Also, I would like to pay attention to the fact that the armors resonate with each other not just with a simple companionable bond, but as a palpable force.

the setting that the armor reacts (resonates) with each other not only as a bond with a distant companion but also as a force.

地霊衆の長、芭陀悶が語る輝煌帝の鎧の秘密。それは心の闇を払う力を持つ反面、使い方次第で世界を破滅させることができるというものだった。阿羅醐が輝煌帝の鎧を狙う理由もそこにあった。だが遼たちは輝煌帝の真実をまだ知らない。

「和」「戦国」のイメージが強いサムライトルーパーの世界だが、戦国ものには付き物の、軍勢による合戦の雰囲気が味わえる貴重な回だ。

たった2人の合戦は注目ポイント。また、鎧同士が反応(共鳴)しあうという設定が、離れた仲間との絆だけでなく、戦力としても「活きる」という点に注目したい。

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by Google Translate and Wiki Editor (May 30, 2022).
Episode 30

"Is This the Youja World?"

## Staff

* Script: Obnishi Yuki
* Director and Storyboard: Akane Kazuki
* Animation Director: Hiroshi Oosaka

## Summary

Shuten remains in the human world and protects Nasutei and Jun. Around that time, Ryo and Touma wake up in the Youjakai and make for Bonnou Kyou, the home of Arago's Castle. Ryo, Touma, and Byakuen are attacked by Youja soldiers.

朱天は人間界に残されたナスティたちと合流し、彼女たちを守っていた。その頃、妖邪界では遼と当麻が目覚めて阿羅醐城のそびえる妖邪の都、煩悩京を目指していた。そんな2人と白炎を、妖邪武将の堕羅が襲撃してきた。

## Highlights

Shuten's astonishing history is a must-see. Shuten was once a samurai of a small land, and had a dream of unifying the world. Also pay attention to the appearance of the past Shuten, who burns with ambition.

It is said that Kayura was given a mighty magical power by submitting to Arago. However, its origin and circumstances are completely mysterious.

Thank you for waiting, Shuten fans! In addition to learning about Shuten's past, ​​many girls burned with jealousy at his long straight hair that fluttered during the action. On the other hand, the boys also instinctively admired the soft skin seen in Kayura's transformation scene. Rajura’s posture while he’s lying down in front of shuten is pretty sexy too, and probably secretly pleasing to the yaoi lovers.

この回は、なんといっても朱天の驚愕の過去話が必見。朱天はかつて小国の武者で、天下統一の夢を持ち、それが叶わぬ焦りから阿羅醐に心の隙を突かれ、妖邪になったという。野望に燃える過去の朱天の姿にも注目。

迦遊羅は阿羅醐に服従することで強大な妖邪力を 与えられたという。しかし、その出自や経緯は一切 謎に包まれている。

お待たせしました朱天ファン!朱天の過去話は勿論、アクション時になびく、さらさらキューティクル直毛長髪ぶりに、多くの女子が嫉妬に燃えたとか。一方、迦遊羅が唯一見せた変身シーンの柔肌に男子も思わず感嘆の声。朱天の前に伏せる螺呪羅のポーズも妙に色っぽい、密かに「腐」を喜ばせた回⋯⋯かも?

## Sources

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by Google Translate and Wiki Editor (May 30, 2022).
Rayon du Soleil

Rayon de Soleil est un chat roux sombre au yeux ambré.

## Famille

### Fils

Pelage de Fougère, Petit Mulot et Petite Éclair

## Famille

**Compagne**:

Plume d'Or : vivante (pour ce qui est de *Le Début d'Une Folle Aventure*)

**Fille**:

Petite Châtaigne : vivante (pour ce qui est de *Le Début d'Une Folle Aventure*)

**Fils**:

Pelage de Fougère : vivant (pour ce qui est de *Le Début d'Une Folle Aventure*)

Petit Mulot : vivant (pour ce qui est de *Le Début d'Une Folle Aventure*)

Petit Éclair : vivant (pour ce qui est de *Le Début d'Une Folle Aventure*)
Korin

## Description

The Korin armor is notable for its green plates and the large black segment of the do. The section of the do that wraps around Korin's lower abdomen consists of overlapping horizontal plates. The left sode is marked with a kamon-like icon featuring a yellow lightning bolt on a black background. Both sode feature upright discs that stand parallel to the head. The kusazuri also bear large black accents as well as a green scroll-like structure on each hip. A large plate containing a gold accent specifically protects the groin.

The menpo is a single set of metal plates that protect the entire lower face, save for the eyes and mouth. It descends down from within the helmet. The gold maedate echos the distinctive crest worn by Date Masemune while also being angled like the lightning that characterizes Korin's special attack.

## Powers

The discs on the sode are said to be explosives the bearer could activate in order to avoid capture. The Korin armor channels its power through its nodachi to pierce illusions and expose lies. Seiji used the sword to reflect light into Ryo's eyes, cleansing them of Doku's poison and returning Ryo's sight.

## Weapon - Korin Sword

Korin's nodachi uses can be divided into different parts and used as various weapons. The blade itself can be used as a sword, the hilt can be used as a Shinobi sword or short saw, and the tsuba as a shuriken. These additional features are never seen in the show or OAV.

The special move is a Thunderbolt Slash (later upgraded to Super Ballistic Thunderbolt Slash). The sword is strong enough to pierce and split a solid stone at least ten feet tall clear up to the hilt when empowered.

## Gallery

### Transformation and Attacks

Memorial Vol. 1, Sunrise Corporation, 1990.
Amanohashidate

See also, the map of key locations.

The "bridge in heaven" where Tenku draws strength. This is a sandbank that separates Miyazu Bay in Kyoto from the Aso Bay. This is at the inland sea from north to south. Also, it's called the 'Kyoto in the sea'. While the armor floated up in space following Arago's attack in episode two, it was seeing the stars reflecting in the waters beside the sandbank that led the other Troopers and Nasutei to realize where to find Touma. This is also the location Touma traveled to in episode twenty-eight when the time came to unlock Tenku's enhanced special attack.

## Gallery

Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Memorial Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
## Sources

1. ↑ Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Episode 10

"Gather! Five Warriors"

## Staff

* Script: Ebinuma Saburo
* Director and Storyboard: Sugishima Kunihisa
* Animation Director: Yamada Kisaraka

## Summary

Ryo entered the sky. He succeeded in destroying the Youja bullet. He released a Sou En Zan (Twin Flame Cut) attack to destroy it from the inside before the bullet hit Touma. However, using this use what was left of the armor's power and left him drifting into outer space. But, at the same time, Touma is awake and helps Ryo. It was Touma that woke up from his deep sleep and had managed to save [Ryo], who had been drifting through space. Using the power of the Tenku armor, Touma returns to the Earth with Ryo.

## Highlights

This is the continuation of the previous episode. Finally, all five Samurai Troopers are together. The battle with Arago is from here. Shuten, who didn't look like Youja soldiers, wanted to fight Ryo properly and defeat the Samurai Trooper. This is when Shuten finally becomes a character with complex thought and emotions and is seen as a rival to the Samurai Troopers.

Shuten hesitates to attack the weakened Rekka. Something was about to happen in his heart. Furthermore, Tenku's attack splits Shuten's helmet in half to reveals the Masho's face. The Oni Masho is a human! Shuten's reluctance to attack and kill Ryo got Arago angry. This ended up making Shuten a prisoner of his master.

The five Samurai Troopers finally gather!

What is the surprising nature of Shuten!?

The other Troopers rushed to Ryo and Touma when they had returned safely to the Earth. Now the five Samurai Troopers are together again. However, the full extent of Arago's power is unknown. Even though they are fully powered up, the toughest battle is ahead. And, who is Shuten!?

If you think of it as a historical fantasy type of story, then “Samurai Troopers” is what makes the universe a stage. The feature of this number of episodes (stories) is that the real and the difficult coexist. Touma finally wakes up because of Ryo's hard work. However, Touma's unexpected “sleeping blurriness” was drawn with well-designed drawings. Everyone should have been stunned by the gaps in appearance. It can be said that this story was the reason why the image of Touma = Oversleep was made into a fan-accepted fact. (You know, the information that 'Touma is always falling asleep or is really tired all of the time'.) Having this become an accepted piece of information is something that would make Touma proud of the number one fan. Please, enjoy the charm!

Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Memorial Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Episode 11

"Break Through The Youja Gate"

## Staff

* Script: Sonoda Hideki
* Director and Storyboard: Takamatsu Shinji
* Animation Director: Moriyama Yuji

## Summary

The Samurai Troopers rush through the Youja Gate into the section of the Youja World that was on Earth. However, they soon find that they can't transform into heir armors because of the Youja power surrounding them. Then get attacked by Rajura, which all but completely stops their movements due to his spider thread attack. Nasutei, Jun, and Byakuen, who were left behind outside of the Youja Gate, notice the sudden appearance of the metal staff ("shakujo") that Kaos carries.

## Highlights

When rushing into Youja Gate, Ryo considers the safety of Nasutei and others. He ultimately decides to leave Byakuen as an escort. Only after he's out of earshot does he coldly say, "Girls and children only get in the way." Although this came off sounding like a very cold, mean thing to say, it was simply Ryo expression his compassion. (i.e. They weren't warriors. They didn't have training or magical armors like the Troopers did. They'd only be a liability in the heat of battle and may end up getting one of the Troopers, or themselves, killed.)

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Red Snarl

### Appearance

Dark red stem. Length varies, but healthy vines are usually longer than an arm. Has a small number of leaves, and the leaves that the vine does have are reddish-brown colored with small light red undersides. The leaves are thin and long, like thorns.

### Location

Is sometimes seen in forests in Autumn. Rarely seen in the corners of caves. Grows in both regions of the Tribe of Mountains' and Tribe of Wild's territories.

### Properties

Has an uncommon property of stopping blood flow if a wound is exposed. Can also be twined around objects very easily.
Kayura

She is the sole descendant of the Kaos family line, kidnapped as a little girl and held captive in the Youja World.

Kayura was voiced by Katsuki Masako.

## Powers

### Weapon

The Beautiful Star Swords

Normally, these swords sit on her back in an X-shape. The tsuba part (which is typically elaborately decorated and made of steel) is designed to open when it is pulled out of the scabbard.

### Ballistic Attack

Ran sei zan (嵐星斬) Storm Star Slash

Her attack from the Starlight Swords (twin sai's), in which she appears in a splendid dance of swirling wisteria flowers, surpasses the power of Samurai Troopers.

### Chest plate

Kayura's memories were sealed away by a spell placed on this chest plate. When this chest plate was shattered, Kayura was able to regain the memories of her past. The red marks over her eyes also disappeared when the chest plate was broken.

## History

### Kaos's Clan

Kayura was born into Kaos's clan, who lived in a hidden village said to be set in a peaceful landscape. The show creators have said the village was located near Lake Mitama, which itself is near Yamato Road in Nara Prefecture. The village contained a magnificent temple. Despite the clan's secrecy, however, Kayura was targeted by Arago and the village attacked by his Youja soldiers. She was the only remaining survivor of the entire Kaos clan.

### Turned to Evil

When she was young, Kayura was kidnapped and raised in the Youja World to be a warrior for Arago. Despite being Kaos's successor and incredibly powerful, Badamon, leader of the Jiryoshu (the spirits that serve him and are seen obeying Arago's orders), kept her memories locked away, using her as a weapon against the Samurai Troopers. On any given day in the Youja World, nestled deep in the heard of Arago's territory, there is a single building called the 'Star Palace'. In it is where Kayura lives as little more than a beautifully dressed living doll that has lost itself. She wearing a beautiful twelve-piece kimono and is only taken out of this state when Arago needs to use her power and strength for his own means.

## The Second Invasion

### Awakening

However, with the guidance of the shakujo (the metal staff) left behind by Kaos and Shuten having sacrificed his own life to free and save her, she finally wakes up. She helps the others to kill Arago, getting rid of him once and for all. Now, having the Oni armor and the shakujo, knowing that she's a descendant of the Kaos clan, this young woman returns to the Youja World with the three Masho.

## Trivia

When Kayura turns to the side of good, her voice gets higher, the inverse of a technique in Kabuki theater, where characters voices deepen as they turn evil.

Kayura does not like slugs.

## Gallery

Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Memorial Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.Kayura wearing the Oni armor
## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
2. ↑ Daijiten Origin Book, Rapport. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Episode 36

"Decisive Battle! Kayura Versus Kikoutei"

## Staff

* Script: Ebinuma Saburo
* Director: Toshihumi Kawase
* Storyboard: Asuka Keisaku
* Animation Director: Masayuki Fujita

## Summary

When they finally got back together again, the masho strategically divided them again, leaving Ryo to face Naaza, Shin vs Anubis, Shuu vs Rajura, and Touma and Seiji vs Kayura. Sensing them in crisis, Shuten gets there to help.

ようやく集合したサムライトルーパーたちだったが、立ち塞がる三魔将の策略で分断される。遼は那唖挫、伸は悪奴弥守、秀は螺呪羅、そして当麻と征士は迦遊羅と対峙することに。そこに5人の危機を知った朱天が突入する。

## Highlights

A confrontation between Emperor Ronin and Ronin Warriors, who united the power of five people. A fierce battle with the strongest enemy is unfolded in front of Arago. The power of Emperor Kagayaki surpasses the power of Yuura and finally repels it! It is a time with many highlights including the transformation of Yuura who has broken the curse.

5人の力を一つとした輝煌帝と迦遊羅の対決。阿羅醐の前に最強の敵との激しい戦闘が繰り広げられる。輝煌帝の力は迦遊羅の力を上回り、ついに撃退!呪縛の解けた迦遊羅の変貌も含めて見どころの多い回だ。

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by Google Translate and Wiki Editor (May 30, 2022).
Episode 09

"Rekka, save Tenku"

## Staff

* Script: Oka Masanori
* Director: Ishizaki Susumu
* Storyboard: Kawase Toshifumi
* Animation Director: Shindo Mitsuhito

## Summary

Touma of the Tenku armor was in outer space. The situation can easily get out of hand easily and it's difficult to figure out how to rescue the final Samurai Trooper. On the other hand, Arago attacks Ryo as the Trooper of Rekka takes a ride on one of the Youja bullets into the sky. Tenku sleeps in the sea of the stars (aka he's asleep in orbit of the planet). When the Youja bomb explodes, Rekka flies into space!

## Highlights

Arago's forces create Youja gun and bullet made out of the city's skyscrapers. Their purpose is to shoot down Touma. The Troopers arrive on the scene preparing to stop the Youja bullet. Ryo and others are also successful at stopping it.

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Episode 24

"The Youja Emperor's Messenger"

## Staff

* Script: Toriumi Jinzo, Oka Masanori
* Director: Ishizaki Susumu
* Storyboard: Kawase Toshifumi
* Animation Director: Shindo Mitsuo

## Summary

Ryo and his friends head to the crater of Mount Fuji to repair Rekka's shattered swords. The heat from the magma revives them, but the evil Kokuyoen appears before them. They also find out that the demon emperor Arago, whom they thought they had defeated, is back!

## Highlights

In the previous episode, Byakuen fused with the soul of the Kokuen-o, and was successfully revived. Like the other armored warriors, he armed himself and became the armored Byakuen (he looks just like the Kokuen-o). This armor is not a piece of cloth, but a transformation wrapped in flames.

Byakuen is essential for the Samurai Troopers.

In fact, there are many fans of Byakuen and this is the final installment of what is secretly called "The Byakuen Trilogy". Aside from the setting, the situation in which Byakuen, who has nurtured RYo as if he were a parent, adjusts his level to that Ryo, who will obtain the Kikoutei armor, will make you feel the heart of "protection". Also, be sure to pay attention to the loveliness of Byakuen, whose gaze and expressions change just like the characters around him.

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS and Google Translate (May 22, 2022).
Episode 34

"Tenku, A Battle Filled With Injuries"

## Staff

* Script: Obnishi Yuki, Oka Masanori
* Director: Ishizaki Susumu
* Storyboard: Asuka Keisaku
* Animation Director: Shindou Mitsuo

## Summary

Ryo and his friends rushed into Arago Castle to save their four companions. However, Liao's super-elastic twin flame sword is absorbed by Onimendo by the trap of Kayura who was waiting there. Moreover, the technique left Liao's control and was trying to absorb all the power.

遼たちは4人の仲間を救うため阿羅醐城に突入した。しかしそこで待ち受けていた迦遊羅の罠によって遼の超弾動双炎斬は鬼面堂に吸収されてしまう。しかもその技は遼の制御を離れ、すべての力を吸い取ろうとしていた。

## Highlights

The evil spirits who reappeared in the human world kidnapped humans. He is trying to realize the ambitions of Arago by making human beings a pillar and increasing the power of evil with the heart of fear. The reason why Arago was aiming at the human world gradually becomes clear.

Toma fights head-on with Kayura in an attempt to escape Ryo, who has fallen for her life. It's a must-see for fans, but I also want to pay attention to the evil soldiers who destroy tanks with their bare hands in the human world, and Zhu Tian, ​​who is casually familiar with modern life.

Also, the fact that one of the means of transportation in the demon world is a wooden ship can be said to well represent the world view of the work.

人間界に再び現れた妖邪たちは人間をさらっていった。人間を人柱にしてその恐怖の心で妖邪の力を増大させ阿羅醐の野望を実現させようというのだ。阿羅醐がなぜ人間界を狙っていたのかその理由が次第に明らかになっていく。

命を懸けて倒れた遼を脱出させようと、迦遊羅と真正面から戦う当麻。ファンには外せない回だが、人間界で戦車まで素手で破壊する妖邪兵団や、さりげなく現代の生活に馴染んでいる朱天にも注目したい。

また、妖邪界での移動手段の一つが木製の船であるというのも、作品の世界観をよく表しているといえる。

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1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by Google Translate and Wiki Editor (May 30, 2022).
Daisetsuzan

See also, the map of key locations.

Daisetsuzan (Big Snow Mountain) is located in the center of Hokkaido, the northernmost of Japan’s main islands. After Arago's attack in episode two, the Kongo armor came to rest here in Daisetsuzan. "The Seat of the Rock God seems to be at the foot of Daisetsuzan, however, it can be said that it is a very steep and unexplored land." Seiji and Nasutei took shelter in a cave behind a nearby tall waterfall and it was there Seiji meditated and learned Korin's special attack, "Rai Ko Zan" (Lightning Strike).

Shuu later faces off against Rajura and the Saryuuto in a demolition site near Daisetsuzan. After battling amongst the buildings, they move to the mountain plains.

## Gallery

Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Memorial Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
## Sources

1. ↑ Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
Enryakuji Temple

See also, the map of key locations.

An old, famous temple north of Kyoto in Shiga Prefecture where the two sets of Samurai Troopers planned to meet up in episode 8. Rajura began his first campaign against the Troopers here. The Enryakuji Temple protects the direction of Kimon in Kyoto. This temple is known as the head temple of the Tendai sect of Buddhism and a place for rigorous training.

## Gallery

Yoroiden Samurai Troopers, 30th Anniversary Memorial Book, Tatsumi Publication. Fan translation by The URWWS.
## Sources

1. ↑ Note from the translator : The northeast direction was once termed the kimon (demon gate), and was considered an unlucky direction through which evil spirits passed. To give you the VERY short version so this makes any sense at all, way back in the day, people use to believe that a single demon was associated with the directions. This demon would change directions at any time based on lots of different factors, making the direction it was facing at that time an 'unlucky' direction. Hence, if people were aware of this they could make changes to avoid any 'unlucky' things happen to them.
2. ↑ Note from the translator : Tendai is a Mahayana - one of the two major traditions of Buddhism - Buddhist school. It was established in Japan in the year 806 by the monk named Saichou.
Springleaves

### Appearance

Medium sized teardrop shaped leaves. Usually darker teal colored with ebony and/or dark green streaks.

### Location

Can only grow in the Spring, and is found growing alongside Springflower and Springberries.

### Properties

Has a rare healing property of being able to soothe the effects of allergies and asthma. Can also cure pneumonia, and can be used in a mixture to help heal an infected wound.