Satomi Hakkenden Murasamemaru no Ki

About

Satomi Hakkenden Murasamemaru no Ki is a visual novel set in a fractured feudal Japan where loyalty and destiny collide. You follow the Hakkenshi warriors of the Satomi clan as they confront a string of mysteries after the abduction of Yoshinari’s son sparks chaos. The story weaves political intrigue with personal stakes, centering on a cursed sword that reacts to conflicting forces, justice and passion, while the characters navigate war, betrayal, and shifting allegiances. Choices and dialogue shape the narrative, with branching paths leading to varied outcomes. Developed by QuinRose, the game leans into mature themes and complex character dynamics typical of their work. Its single-player structure and PSP port cater to handheld convenience, though the dense plot and adult content position it as a niche title. With a 2015 release date, it remains a lesser-known entry in the visual novel space, praised by some for its layered storytelling but overshadowed by more accessible titles. The story’s unresolved tensions and abrupt ending leave room for speculation, appealing to fans of ambiguous, drama-driven narratives.

Storyline

"What will the bewitched sword respond to? To justice or to love?" It was a time during an age of war. A great ordeal fell upon the Hakkenshi warriors working for the Satomi clan. Starting with the abduction of Satomi Yoshinari's son, Yoshimichi, baffling incidents began to break out one after the next during the time they were to finally and inevitably settle the score with Tamazusa... Will they be able to rescue Awa from bring sucked into the vortex of chaos and restore peace? "It looks like it's goodbye..."