Official faction list

[Paradox]

Yes, it says the same thing in SA, but again, the point is they didn't play a major role. They did not participate in any of the Shogunate's gatherings and weren't informed of any imperial announcements, making them have a disadvantage when compared to the rest of the feudal warlords.

[Shautora]

Yes, it says the same thing in SA, but again, the point is they didn't play a major role. They did not participate in any of the Shogunate's gatherings and weren't informed of any imperial announcements, making them have a disadvantage when compared to the rest of the feudal warlords.

I believe that being a major trading partner and stronghold of resistance constitutes a substantial role. They didn't have a major role across all Japan, but they did have a major role locally in the North. True, they did not try to conquer Japan, they did not hear imperial announcements, but notwithstanding they should be present, even if only as a non-playable faction. And also, remember, the game isn't about what happened historically, it's about what could have happened historically.

[Paradox]

Ahh, in that case, no problem. I just think they should be put aside since they weren't granted positions, income, etc.