Hatamoto translates to Flag Man or Guardian of the banner. It is a high ranking samurai serving a feudal lord. Hatamoto has audience rights to the lord and he (lord) knows him by name. As a 'tier 1' samurai, a hatamoto is expected to die in the service of his lord. Either die in battle or commit Seppuku (Harakiri) alongside his lord when then lord surrenders
Wow! Thank you for the info! I thought it was more of a political position, like a vice-lord or minister. Looks like Blackthorne has a lot to live up to now. It's such a great show!
Hatamoto translates to Flag Man or Guardian of the banner. It is a high ranking samurai serving a feudal lord. Hatamoto has audience rights to the lord and he (lord) knows him by name. As a 'tier 1' samurai, a hatamoto is expected to die in the service of his lord. Either die in battle or commit Seppuku (Harakiri) alongside his lord when then lord surrenders
Wow! Thank you for the info! I thought it was more of a political position, like a vice-lord or minister. Looks like Blackthorne has a lot to live up to now. It's such a great show!