Set in 1560 during the , the story begins at the Battle of Okehazama. The ambitious warlord Nobunaga Oda is killed by a stray arrow during his victory. However, he strikes a dark pact with the Genma —a race of malevolent demons—to be resurrected in exchange for serving their interests and helping them conquer the world. The Conflict
Genma Onimusha is a dark fantasy retelling of Japanese history, blending real historical figures with a supernatural war between humanity and an ancient demon race. The Setting and Premise Genma Onimusha [Xbox Classic]
By the time Samanosuke arrives with his partner, the female ninja Kaede , the castle has been overrun by Genma demons. Princess Yuki is kidnapped to be used as a human sacrifice to further empower the resurrected Nobunaga. Set in 1560 during the , the story
One year later, Samanosuke Akechi , a masterless samurai, receives a desperate letter from his cousin, Princess Yuki of the Saito clan. She reports that servants and soldiers at Inabayama Castle are mysteriously vanishing. The Conflict Genma Onimusha is a dark fantasy
Early in his quest, Samanosuke is defeated by a powerful demon but is saved by the spirits of the Oni Clan , an ancient group that fought the Genma for centuries. They grant him the Oni Gauntlet , a mystical relic that allows him to absorb the souls of defeated demons to enhance his weapons and elemental powers. Key Characters Genma Onimusha (Xbox) Review - HonestGamers