Heaven's Net is Wide

Set in feudal Japan, this prequel to the Otori series follows the intertwined fates of two young men: Shigeru, a skilled swordsman and the Otori family's chief antagonist, and Takeo, the Otori heir. As they grow and train under the master Shingen, their rivalry deepens, and their paths are shaped by loyalty, love, and the choices that define their futures. Shigeru's relationship with Maruyama adds a layer of complexity to his character, while the battle for the Otori legacy sets the stage for the adventures to come.