YATAGARASU: The Raven Does Not Choose Its Master
Overview
Yamauchi is a captivating realm where Yatagarasu, three-legged ravens capable of transforming into humans, reside. The kingdom is split into four territories, each governed by powerful noble families. When Yukiya, the heir from the North, receives a summons from the Imperial Prince, his life takes a dramatic turn. He becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue, murder, and the looming threat of an unforeseen invasion. As alliances shift and secrets unravel, Yukiya must navigate this complex landscape in a thrilling tale of fantasy and adventure.
Episodes
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1
A Lady Out of Place
The yatagarasu race is governed by the kin'u, or the Golden Raven. As his son prepares to choose a bride, noblewomen from the Four Houses gather at th...
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2
The Blockhead Second Son
When a confrontation with some young aristocrats pulls 13-year-old Yukiya from his quiet life in the village of Taruhi, he finds himself thrust into r...
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3
A True Golden Raven
The Prince quickly overwhelms Yukiya with an avalanche of tasks, leaving many to wonder if this "blockhead" can handle the same workload that defeated...
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4
An Imperial Council
Title: A Council of Lords Plot: The noble lords gather to deliberate on the future heir to the throne. Unexpectedly, the Prince bursts into the meeti...
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5
A Purge
Title: A Reckoning Plot: After squandering a large sum of money in a dice game, the Prince leaves Yukiya behind as a pledge. Forced into servitude wi...
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6
A Tanabata Invitation
At Cherry Blossom Palace, the women are buzzing with excitement as they await the arrival of the prince for Tanabata, a crucial celebration. The Princ...
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7
Falling
Title: Descending Plot: The Prince makes an unannounced visit to the palace of the Southern House, only to discover his brother already present. At t...
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8
The Intruder
The death of Samomo sends shockwaves through Cherry Blossom Palace, igniting a whirlwind of suspicions and blame among the residents. Tensions escalat...
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9
Lady Raven
Title: Lady Raven Plot: After a violent upheaval, Shiratama's emotional collapse brings Hamayu's hidden history to light. How will the other women re...
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10
Assassinating the Prince
Injured Atsufusa reaches out to the Prince, presenting crucial information. But what could possibly justify the danger of another ambush for this news...
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11
The Loyal Retainer
Yukiya is taken aback when he realizes that the Prince has been aware of his noble background all along. As accusations are exchanged, Rokon leads Yuk...
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12
To Choose a Consort
The Prince finally makes his entrance at Cherry Blossom Palace, declaring that it's time to select his consort. He proceeds to summon each lady indivi...
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13
Ravens Shouldn't Wear Kimono
The Prince faces Asebi regarding her letters, uncovering the final secrets of Cherry Blossom Palace. But was her behavior driven by ill intent or simp...
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14
The Taboo Elixir
Yukiya enjoys relaxing days with his family in Taruhi until a frenzied raven disrupts the harvest. It turns out that a bizarre new drug is robbing the...
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15
The Girl Who Lived
Yukiya and the Prince stumble upon a secluded farming village that has been ravaged by aggressive monkeys. Among the ruins, they discover a solitary g...
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16
Wisteria Arrows
Yukiya takes Koume back to her home in the Center, only to be confronted by a gang of rough individuals ready to seize her. The enigmatic leader of th...
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17
King of the Underground
Title: Monarch of the Abyss Plot: Yukiya consents to join Natsuka on a journey to the underworld. Tensions rise during their discussions when Saku? i...
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The Golden Raven
Koume faces her mother and uncovers the reality behind the monkeys' yatagarasu allies. Meanwhile, Yukiya and the Prince hurry to the location, but wil...
