Whitebeard's men

Whitebeard's men
Location:	Otsu, Japan
Purpose:	Warring
First appearance	How to Stop an Exploding Man
Known leader:	Whitebeard
Equipment used:	Bows & arrows, horses, swords

A group of Japanese warriors prepare to fight Takezo Kensei.

History

Landslide

Kaito Nakamura tells a young Hiro the story of "Kensei and the Dragon", during which Takezo fought many Japanese warriors. Meanwhile, young Hiro plays with toy replicas of the warriors.

How to Stop an Exploding Man

Outside Kyoto, Japan in 1671, several Japanese soldiers led by Whitebeard ready their bows and arrows and prepare to battle Takezo Kensei. Several others stay ready for battle on horseback. Together, they wait for Kensei, who arrives from over a nearby hill.

Out of nowhere, Hiro Nakamura time travels to their location. Before the soldiers attack, an eclipse occurs above their heads and they lower their weapons in awe.

Four Months Later

After the eclipse surprises the warriors, Whitebeard issues an attack. The warriors shoot arrows at Hiro and Takezo Kensei. Hiro freezes time, and escapes with Kensei.

Heroes 360

The documentary Sword Saint chronicles the encounter between Whitebeard's men and Takezo Kensei at Otsu. The overconfident Whitebeard only brought a small company of his men for the fight, which became known as The Battle of 12 Swords. Kensei singlehandedly defeated the entire company.

Gallery

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  Hiro plays with toy versions of the Japanese warriors while his father reads the story of Kensei and the Dragon.
  (Landslide)
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  Hiro takes off running when the soldiers take aim.
  (How to Stop an Exploding Man)
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  Sword Saint chronicles the defeat of the small group of Japanese warriors under Kensei's hand.