Making a God of War (Uesugi: Legednary, Domination)

[Maltz]

Nagao Kagenobu sees quite a few familiar faces in the meeting room besides Minato:



Naoe Kagetsuna (直江景綱)

Born in 1509. An long-time clan officer since Kagetora's father Nagao Tamekage. Kagetsuna was one of the first to join Kagetora's side during the feud of brothers. An expert in internal affairs and diplomacy, Kagetsuna possess a rare talent in the military-expert roster of Nagao clan. A Bugyo (奉行, quite like cabinet minister today) in diplomacy and internal affrais, Naoe Kagetsuna was very depended upon in the clan.



Honjo Saneyori (本莊實乃)

Born in 1511. A Nagao clan officer during Harukage's rule, Saneyori noticed the unusual qualities of Torachiyo (future Kagetora), and invited him to live in his castle and taught him military tactics. During the feud of brothers, Saneyori accompanied Kagetora's military campaign and secured his rulership of Echigo. Honjo Saneyori then became a Bugyo of internal affairs, sharing significant power and responsibility with Naoe Kagetsuna.

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Maoko: "It is OK. Lord Kagenobu is not late actually. But we moved forward the meeting due to an emergency. Too bad, we sent out more than 20 ashigaru, but none could not find you."
Kagenobu: "I was taking a walk around Rizenji. What's the matter?"

Naoe Kagetsuna: "How about let the captain speak for himself?"

"Yes. I am captain Saito Tomonobu, responsible for the border of Echu and Echigo."

This captain looks young, probably in his early twenties. With a bulky stature, he shaved his head but kept a large beard. His eyes spit anger under those thick and dark brows. His look kills.



Saito Tomonobu (齋藤朝信)

Born in 1527. Famous for his all-purpose role in the Nagao/Uesugi clan, Saito Tomonobu was a Bugyo of Internal Affairs, but also participated in many battles. His ferocity and bravery earned him the title of "Echigo's Ghost Buster (Zongqui)".

Saito Tomonobu: "We have received Jinbo Nagazumi's report - as he has mobilized an army and ready to invade Kaga. I find Jinbo's move very troublesome, as Kaga is still technically Honganji's land. And we have signed a peace treaty with Honganji. That's why I am here to ask for advice."

But Saito Tomonobu speaks with such a soft and smooth voice, just like reading a bedside story to babies. This is such a mismatch with his appearance.