The conflict against the Tokugawa Shogunate ended years ago, yet some remain dissatisfied with its outcome. Shigure Takimi witnessed his friends and family being slaughtered in the name of freedom and prosperity. Now, together with a band of desperate rebels, he has sworn to settle one final score. The only obstacle standing in their way is Kenshin Himura. When Shigure discovers that Kenshin is the Hitokiri Battousai, his quest turns into a personal vendetta.