The Best Episodes of Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Kings Season 1

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.5/10(19 votes)

   #1 - Azure and Crimson, a Fateful Encounter!

   S1:E14/2/2009

   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.

   Director:Itsuro Kawasaki

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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   Director:Itsuro Kawasaki

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto
2. 

   7.9/10(16 votes)

   #2 - Horrific! Confrontation at Okehazama!

   S1:E24/9/2009

   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.

   Director:Naoyoshi Shiotani

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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   Director:Naoyoshi Shiotani

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto
3. 

   8.0/10(12 votes)

   #3 - Vagabond, Maeda Keiji!

   S1:E34/16/2009

   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.

   Director:Norihiro Naganuma

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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   Director:Norihiro Naganuma

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto
4. 

   8.2/10(11 votes)

   #4 - Wavering Scarlet Flower – Loyalty that Brings Sorrow!

   S1:E44/23/2009

   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.

   Director:Shinpei Ezaki

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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   Director:Shinpei Ezaki

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto
5. 

   8.3/10(11 votes)

   #5 - Brutal! The Righteous Battle of Nagashino and Shitaragahara!

   S1:E54/30/2009

   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.

   Director:Yoshikazu Ui

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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   Director:Yoshikazu Ui

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto
6. 

   8.4/10(11 votes)

   #6 - Bonds Torn Asunder – Mortifying Retreat for Masamune!

   S1:E65/7/2009

   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.

   Director:Toshiya Niidome

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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   Director:Toshiya Niidome

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto
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7. 

   8.3/10(11 votes)

   #7 - Marauding Villain! Two Dragons Duel in Earnest Under the Moon!

   S1:E75/14/2009

   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.

   Director:Kentarou Suzuki

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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   Director:Kentarou Suzuki

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto
8. 

   8.2/10(11 votes)

   #8 - Great Temple of Carnage! Kojuro in Dire Straits!

   S1:E85/21/2009

   Katakura, Sanada, and Sarutobi arrive with the treasures requested by Matsunaga, who betrays his word and attacks the hostages.

   Director:Ken Ando

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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   Director:Ken Ando

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto
9. 

   8.3/10(11 votes)

   #9 - The Tiger of Kai Dies at Midaigawa!

   S1:E95/28/2009

   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.

   Director:Shinpei Ezaki

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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   Director:Shinpei Ezaki

   Writer:Yasuyuki Muto
10. 

    8.4/10(11 votes)

    #10 - Yukimura Beyond Hope of Recovery!? The Date Army's Tearful Dissolution

    S1:E106/4/2009

    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.

    Director:Yoshiyuki Fujiwara

    Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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    Director:Yoshiyuki Fujiwara

    Writer:Yasuyuki Muto
11. 

    8.3/10(11 votes)

    #11 - Mitsuhide's Rebellion! Honnouji Destroyed by Fire!!

    S1:E116/11/2009

    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.

    Director:Kazuya Nomura

    Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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    Director:Kazuya Nomura

    Writer:Yasuyuki Muto
12. 

    8.2/10(14 votes)

    #12 - Adzuchi Castle Tower: the Battle to the Death Where Tomorrow was Begun!

    S1:E126/18/2009

    The incredible final battle explodes at Azuchi Castle! With amazing power and determination, Date and Sanada unleash against the mighty Demon Lord.

    Directors:Itsuro Kawasaki, Toshiya Niidome

    Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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    Directors:Itsuro Kawasaki, Toshiya Niidome

    Writer:Yasuyuki Muto