Title: "Tempestuous Temperaments" | "Storm and Stress / Shippu Doto"
After the title credits, there is a short introduction before the first episode. Stating, "This work of fiction is not an accurate historical portrayal."
A colorful sunset stretches across the screen as an execution is prepared in the town below. We are suddenly introduced to two unfortunate characters addressed as Vagabond Mugen and Ronin Jin, who are knelt in front of the local Magistrate to be beheaded. An interested crowd has gathered and is chattering in curiosity. Sentenced to death, Mugen and Jin see their respective blades descend upon their necks.
Rewind one day earlier.
We are introduced to Fuu, who is working as a waitress in a tea house. The son of the local magistrate and his posse have chosen to relax in the tea house for the day, as well as disturb the other customers and heckle Fuu.