The Shi
The Shi were a peaceful people in nature, thriving through farming and hunting when needed. They delved into the liteary and martial arts, living in perfect harmony with their surroundings. The protector class of the Shi, were the Samurai, the chosen few, who would wield their weapons when necessary, the product of years of rigorous training, both in the mental and physical realms. These men would become one with their weapon, and their soul.
Although the Shi were pacifisits, their lives would soon be thrust into violence with the movement of the Iga. When the Samurai had finally set into motion, to end the treachery of the Iga, it would be far too late, for the Orochi would have already perished. The Shi would clash with the Iga, and the war would last for several years, with the Samurai eventually deterorating. The tide would drastically change, when the sons of the Shi would return to Kunio.