The lord of the Oshi fief is killed by his trespassing neighbour, the cruel and despotic Nariatsu, son of the former Shogun. After an investigation, the Oshi clan is blamed for what happened and sentenced to be disbanded. Eleven of the best samurai of the clan refuse the sentence and are willing to give their life for justice.
Hayato
Mitamura
Chamberlain Tatewaki
Orie
Nui
Secretary Mizumo
Lord Nariatsu
Errant samurai Daijuro
Chamberlain Gyobu
