Hattori Hanzō

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"Those who cling to life, die; those who defy death, live."

―Hattori Hanzō.

Hattori Hanzō in his samurai attire

Hattori Hanzō (c. 1542 – 23 December 1596) was a vassal for Tokugawa Ieyasu, the last of the three unifiers of Feudal Japan. A famous samurai and ninja, Hanzō was also a member of the Assassin Brotherhood.

Biography

Hattori Hanzo skill with the yari was legendary, and his prowess in battle made him respected and feared as one of the greatest samurai in Japan. He also excelled in the ninja arts, and had a fierce rivalry with Fūma Kotarō.

Hanzo's ability made him a valued ally of Tokugawa Ieyasu, and Hanzo saved his master's life on several occasions. He was also instrumental in the struggle against the Japanese Templars, assassinating Uesugi Kenshin and retrieving the Sword of Eden.

Gallery

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  Hanzō in his ninja attire
• Hanzō without his hood
  Hanzō without his hood
• Hanzō close-up
  Hanzō close-up

Reference

• Assassin's Creed: Memories