At the end of the 16th century, Japan was a time of civil war. Feudal lords fought each other to satisfy their greed for power and land. Miyamoto Usagi had survived numerous battles and terrible bloodshed, only to lose his lord in the end and find himself without a master when the resurgent shogunate finally restored peace and order. While his fellow warriors turned to mercenary work or became bandits and murderers, Usagi decided to lead a life as a wandering warrior. As he travels the land, he stands against all forms of injustice, perfecting not only his martial arts but also his spiritual abilities. In this volume, Usagi and his friend Gen, a roguish rhino, encounter the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Together, they attempt to find a wise old master.