Drifters Timeline ( Real )

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April 30, 2009

Drifters Manga Debut

Drifters manga, created by Kouta Hirano, was first published, introducing readers to the alternate history and fantasy series.

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December 2015

Drifters Anime Announcement

An anime adaptation of the Drifters manga was officially announced, increasing anticipation and visibility for the franchise.

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October 7, 2016

Drifters Anime Premiere

The Drifters anime television series premiered in Japan, bringing the story to a broader audience and marking a major expansion of the franchise.

Drifters Timeline ( Fictional )

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1600-10-21

Shimazu Toyohisa's Final Battle

Shimazu Toyohisa fights in the Battle of Sekigahara, where he is fatally wounded before being transported to the world of Drifters.

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1600-10-21 (post-mortem)

Shimazu Toyohisa Arrives in the Drifters World

After dying in battle, Toyohisa awakens in a strange new world with other historical figures known as the Drifters.

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unknown (post-arrival)

Introduction of the Drifters and Ends

The Drifters, including Toyohisa, realize they are summoned for a purpose to fight against the Ends, their enemy faction leading to conflict between factions.

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shortly after arrival

First Skirmish between Drifters and Ends

The first major battle between the Drifters and the Ends takes place, setting the stage for the ongoing conflict.

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shortly after first skirmish

Toyohisa Allies with Other Drifters

Toyohisa forms alliances and begins strategizing with other Drifter heroes in order to face off against the Ends.

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shortly after alliances established

Battle of the Southtown

A large scale battle explodes in the city where Drifters attempt to defend human settlements against the Forces of the Ends.

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during the Southtown conflict

Shimazu Toyohisa's Leadership Growth

Toyohisa grows into a key leader amongst the Drifters, demonstrating tactical brilliance and charisma.