The BEST episodes of Sengoku Basara
Every episode ever - ranked by fan votes!
During the Sengoku period, there are many factions constantly at war. One of these is led by a one-eyed man named Date Masamune and another by the imposing Takeda Shingen. The latter has a fiercely loyal subordinate named Sanada Yukimura who goes head to head against Date Masamune multiple times, but the battles between them tend to get interrupted. One such battle occurs when both men try to go after another leader named Imagawa, and they’re forced to break off their heated duel when Imagawa attempts to flee the scene with his body doubles. Yukimura and Masamune go after separate Imagawas, but all of the doubles are killed by a third party, and when their paths cross again, they are in front of the menacing Oda Nobunaga and his army. It was Nobunaga’s subordinates that killed those body doubles, and Nobunaga himself proceeds to kill the real Imagawa with a shotgun blast to the head.
#1 - Azuchi Castle Keep – A Fight to the Death for Tomorrow!
Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 6/17/2009
The incredible final battle explodes at Azuchi Castle! With amazing power and determination, Date and Sanada unleash against the mighty Demon Lord.
#2 - The Tiger of Kai Dies at Midaigawa!
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/27/2009
Oda’s army is on the move in the south, while his most lethal assassins strike the opposition leaders of the east. As Takeda and Uesugi fight for their lives, many loyal to the alliance meet their demise.
#3 - Mitsuhide’s Betrayal! Honnoji Temple Goes Up in Flames!
Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 6/10/2009
Date and Sanada arrive at Honnoji, but the showdown with evil will have to wait - the Demon Lord has set a trap. Meanwhile, a voice from beyond the grave encourages Ichi to take action against Oda.
#4 - Yukimura Beyond Recovery?! The Date Army’s Tearful Disbandment!
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/3/2009
With Takeda and Uesugi injured, the remaining alliance leaders plot their final assault against Oda. Even though the situation looks bleak, Date and Sanada prepare to face their destinies.
#5 - Marauding Villain! Two Dragons Duel in Earnest Under the Moon!
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/13/2009
Matsunaga takes three of Date’s men hostage and demands a ransom of rare and valuable weaponry. Katakura sets out to rescue the men - but he might not be able to do it alone.
#6 - Brutal! The Righteous Battle of Nagashino and Shitaragahara!
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/29/2009
As entire armies stand poised to attack, Takeda and Uesugi offer Tokugawa a final chance to join forces against Oda - but once his loyalties are decided, a ruthless betrayal soaks the battlefield in blood.
#7 - Bonds Torn Asunder – Mortifying Retreat for Masamune!
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/6/2009
After he rises to defend the honor of the fallen Azai, Date Masamune orders his forces to retreat. However, Sanada is shocked to discover it might already be too late for the warrior to survive.
#8 - Wavering Scarlet Flower – Loyalty that Brings Sorrow!
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/22/2009
The alliance is gathering strength; former rivals are united in the march to war against Oda. Unfortunately, the plan could be doomed without the cooperation and troops of Azai Nagamasa - Oda’s brother-in-law.
#9 - Vagabond, Maeda Keiji!
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/15/2009
Free-spirited Keiji hopes to build an alliance against the threat of the Demon Lord. His visit with Uesugi ends on a promising note - but his meeting with Date Masamune leads to a battle.
#11 - Horrific! Confrontation at Okehazama!
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/8/2009
Sanada and Date rush to claim the same prize: Imagawa’s head. A clash erupts between the two warriors, but before one can declare victory, their battle is interrupted by a horrifying presence.
#12 - Azure and Crimson, a Fateful Encounter!
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/1/2009
Two of the mightiest warlords of ancient Japan, Takeda Shingen and Uesugi Kenshin, set aside their rivalry to unite against the forces of Date Masamune.
#13 - Troubled Times Once Again! Advent of the Great Cataclysmic Warlord, Toyotomi Hideyoshi!
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/11/2010
Old rivalries resume at Kawanakajima as Sanada Yukimura battles Date Masamune and Takeda Shingen squares off against Uesugi Kenshin. Meanwhile, the warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi seeks ultimate domination in order to unify Japan.
#14 - The Lost Right Eye - The Dragon's Back Rent Asunder!
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/18/2010
Under attack from all sides, Date Masamune is at a severe disadvantage without his strategist. Meanwhile, Takeda Shingen and Sanada Yukimura are on the move and preparing to outflank Toyotomi.
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#16 - The Ghost of Azuchi Castle?! The Lamentation and Howl of Evil that Assail Yukimura!
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/1/2010
Sanada Yukimura encounters someone he thought was long dead. Meanwhile, Keiji’s contemplation of the past leads to a decision, and Mori Motonari and Takenaka Hanbei conclude their negotiations.
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#17 - Engraved Pledge! The One-Eyed Dragon vs The War God – Confrontation at Hitotoribashi!
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/8/2010
When Date’s path is blocked by Uesugi, he has a chance to reflect on the history he shares with Katakura. Meanwhile, Toyotomi prepares to invade Shikoku, and Sanada realizes that time is running out.
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#18 - The Menacing Toyotomi-Mori Alliance! The Powerful Fist of Supremacy Cleaves the Sea!
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/15/2010
Toyotomi Hideyoshi takes on Chosokabe's seafaring fortress, the Fugaku. Meanwhile, Sanada is compelled to stray from his mission once again, and Keiji reunites with his aunt and uncle in Kaga.
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#19 - To the Southernmost Land of Satsuma! A New Encounter as a Man for Yukimura!!
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/22/2010
While traveling to Osaka, Date encounters both Kai and Takeda. Meanwhile, Sanada is still shaken by Oyamada's death, but presses on to Satsuma in order to carry out his mission.
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#20 - A Sad Reunion with a Friend - Memory of the Day Etched with Blinding Obsession
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/29/2010
Keiji reflects on the long history he shares with Toyotomi. Meanwhile, Sanada is allowed an opportunity to get to know Miyamoto and Shimazu better, and also gains some surprising insight into Mori.
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#21 - Dragon and Ogre – Clash and Roar in Owari! The Combined Force of Date and Chosokabe
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/5/2010
Unaware of each other's identities, Date and Chosokabe clash! Meanwhile, Mori plots to further his own agenda while playing ally to Toyotomi - but Toyotomi and Takenaka have plans of their own.
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#22 - The Young Tiger Restored! The Great Fortress Rebuilt - the Menace of the Sun Heads East!
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/12/2010
As Date and Chosokabe adjust their plans to attack Osaka, Mori plots to attack Toyotomi from the west. Meanwhile, Takeda and Uesugi attempt to outmaneuver Toyotomi in the east.
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#23 - Toyotomi's Great Main Army Dashes For Supremacy! Earnest Keiji Drawns Sword In Heartbreak!!
Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/19/2010
Sarutobi and Kasuga run into trouble after making their way into Osaka Castle. Meanwhile, Mori unleashes the true power of his mobile fortress, much to Sanada’s alarm.
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#24 - Azure and Crimson Do-or-Die Battle! To the Sound of the Breeze at the End of the Fierce Struggle!
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/26/2010
Battles are raging all across Japan! As Date faces off against Toyotomi at Odawara Castle, Sanada fights Mori’s mobile fortress. Meanwhile, Katakura finally gets his showdown with Takenaka.
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