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Unite in Honor: The Legacy of the 47 Ronin Lives On

47 Ronin masterfully blends samurai honor and sorcery, as Kai and his fellow outcasts journey through a mythical Japan, seeking vengeance. Their resilience against supernatural forces and dark treachery transforms an ancient tale into an epic fantasy saga.

47 Ronin Trivia

In which country is the legend of the 47 Ronin set? (Medium)
#1: China
#2: Korea
#3: Japan
#4: Vietnam
What was the ultimate fate of the 47 Ronin after avenging their master's death? (Advanced)
#1: They were exiled
#2: They were executed
#3: They fled to another country
#4: They became samurai again
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47 Ronin Fun Facts

The 47 Ronin waited nearly two years to avenge their master's death.
The samurai leader, Oishi Kuranosuke, pretended to become a drunkard to throw off suspicion of his intentions.

47 Ronin Polls

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Kai
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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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March 14, 1701

The Forty-seven Ronin Incident

In 1701, Asano Naganori, a daimyo of the Akō Domain, attacks Kira Yoshinaka in Edo Castle and is ordered to commit seppuku, leading to his samurai becoming ronin (masterless samurai).

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December 14, 1702

The Akō Incident Revenge Attack

In December 1702, the forty-seven ronin, led by Oishi Yoshio, execute a carefully planned attack on Kira Yoshinaka's mansion to avenge their master's death, an event celebrated in Japanese culture as a symbol of loyalty and honor.

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December 25, 2013

Release of the Film '47 Ronin'

The Hollywood movie '47 Ronin,' directed by Carl Rinsch and starring Keanu Reeves, is released, presenting a fantasy-based interpretation inspired by the historical event.

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