Episode Title:
Sotetsu Moves.
Episode Description:
As the Eastern Army prepares to invade Edo, it is thanks to the desperate action of Yamaoka and Masumitsu that the meeting between Takamori Saigo and Katsu became reality. Although their play of revenge was successful, the troupe become upset with the timing of Kanna during their last performance, especially when they revealed the truth behind Jubei. With Sotetsu at the Village of Koma without the troupe's knowledge, Kakunojo, Shiranui, Ebisu and Zagashira discuss how Sotetsu first helped them reveal the truth through his playwright skills. Meanwhile, Sotetsu purchases a special clay pot and secretly meets with Jubei to discuss matters with the Head of the Conqueror. Tatewaki later finds Sotetsu, interrogating him about the clay pot while they duel with swords. Sotetsu manages to escape by jumping off a bridge and rowing off in a canoe. During the meeting in Sunpu Castle, Katsu convinces Saigo to not enter into war, and they bring out a drink of sake together after reaching an agreement. However, Kanna infiltrates the room and points guns at both Katsu and Saigo. Jubei enters with the Head of the Conqueror and sits in a nearby room, turning Katsu and Saigo against each other.
