In the short clip, Yabushige takes this out on Blackthorne, who cannot understand what hes saying.
Blackthorne holds the esteemed position of Toranagas Hatamoto, even while no one else trusts him.
Yabushige often finds delight in tormenting others, but it is all in jest up to a certain point.
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While Blackthorne lies helpless on his back, Buntaro threatens him with his blade.
What starts as simple fun at Blackthornes expense has the potential to turn deadly once Buntaro is involved.
Watch the clip below.
When a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village, Lord Yoshii Toranaga discovers secrets that could tip the scales of power and devastate his enemies.
He is constantly offended that she keeps asking for death after her father shamed their family line.
To see Blackthorne interacting with Mariko adds insult to injury for him.
Toranaga is reluctant to let this occur since Blackthorne brings knowledge of warfare previously unknown in Japan.
But for Buntaro, it is personal.
With only four episodes left, there is still a lot of ground to cover.
Mariko clearly still harbors amorous feelings for Blackthorne and there is an entire war to fight.
FX’s epic miniseries has a lot of ground to cover.
Viewers can catch up onShogunon Hulu and watch Episode 7 when it airs on April 2.
See the new sneak peek above.
