Although cannons had also been introduced by the Portuguese, they were rarely used in samurai warfare.

John Blackthorne’s new title changes the course of his character.

That day comes sooner than anyone thinks.

A cannon being fired in Shogun episode 4

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“No ones polite about a surprise cannon attack that murders one of Ishidos prized retainers.

Once you cross that line, you cant uncross it,” said showrunnerJustin Marksduring a conversation withTVLine.

What Does This Attack Mean for Toranaga’s Allies on ‘Shogun’?

Cosmo Jarvis looking into the camera in Shogun

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.

Shogunis available to stream on Hulu, with new episodes released Tuesdays.

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