At turns charismatic, brilliant, and brutal, Kashigi Yabushige is the Lord of Izu. Not overly troubled by duty and honor, Yabushige is always one step ahead of death.
At the beginning of our story Yabushige has pledged his loyalty to Toranaga, but sensing a coming war, he begins looking for an exit strategy. His new opportunity comes in the unexpected form of Blackthorne, the strange new barbarian who washed up on his shores.
Yabushige is an unscrupulous and creative warlord, ready to change his loyalties whenever it suits him. Careening between alliances, Yabushige always manages to land on his feet. He is a dangerous ally to have — but an even greater danger if he is sided with your enemy. So although he is not known for his trustworthy nature, Yabushige is a valuable asset, and he knows it.
