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The Worst Episodes of Last Samurai Standing

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In the early Meiji era, Shujiro, once known as an undefeated samurai, decides to participate in a deadly survival game to save his family and villagers.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Last Samurai Standing Season 1 Episode 5 - Specters
    7.7/10(797 votes)

    #1 - Specters

    S1:E5

    As the true purpose of Kodoku unravels, Shujiro sends a telegram to warn Okubo about the brewing conspiracy and arranges for Futaba's safety.

    Director:Kento Yamaguchi
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Last Samurai Standing Season 1 Episode 1 - Kodoku
    7.8/10(1098 votes)

    #2 - Kodoku

    S1:E1

    Unable to support his sick family as a samurai in the modern Meiji period, Shujiro enters a dangerous tournament that promises a huge cash prize.

    Director:Michihito Fujii
    Writer:Josephine Landals

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  3. Last Samurai Standing Season 1 Episode 3 - Fate
    7.8/10(879 votes)

    #3 - Fate

    S1:E3

    The organizers bet on which contestant will reach the next checkpoint first. Shujiro shares his past with Futaba, then reunites with his estranged sister.

    Director:Kento Yamaguchi
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Last Samurai Standing Season 1 Episode 4 - The Mastermind
    7.9/10(828 votes)

    #4 - The Mastermind

    S1:E4

    The group tracks the disposal of bodies in a plan to uncover the organizer of Kodoku. There, Shujiro confronts Sakura, a former comrade from Satsuma.

    Director:Toru Yamamoto
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Last Samurai Standing Season 1 Episode 2 - Awakening
    8.0/10(982 votes)

    #5 - Awakening

    S1:E2

    Kyojin, a former ninja, proposes an alliance with Shujiro and Futaba. Meanwhile, a high-ranking government official fears a potential samurai uprising.

    Director:Michihito Fujii
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Last Samurai Standing Season 1 Episode 6 - Mortal Combat
    8.1/10(881 votes)

    #6 - Mortal Combat

    S1:E6

    As the ruthless Gentosai finally corners Iroha, Shujiro faces Bukotsu in a fierce final showdown. Meanwhile, Okubo closes in on the game's mastermind.

    Director:Michihito Fujii
    Writer:Josephine Landals

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Specters" is the worst rated episode of "Last Samurai Standing". It scored 7.7/10 based on 797 votes. Directed by Kento Yamaguchi and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/13/2025. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Kodoku".