Chapter 518
Ikuta Shrine occupied a truly exquisite position.
The sea blocked the south, while the north was lined with highlands difficult enough to traverse that they could be called mountains.
Therefore, Ouchi’s forces had to pass through here to reach Kyoto, where the Shogunate and Emperor resided. It was also a strategic transportation point the Shogunate had to pass through to suppress Ouchi.
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Ouchi’s main camp was established slightly southwest of Ikuta Shrine.
In front of the tent surrounded by splendid banners bearing the Ouchi family crest stood a hastily constructed wooden command tower, atop which Ouchi Mochiyo and Morimi observed the opposing Shogunate camp.
After observing the Shogunate camp through the telescope gifted by Joseon, Morimi lowered it and surveyed the surroundings.
Examining the terrain blocked by mountains and sea on either side, Morimi addressed Mochiyo beside him.
“Lord, truly exquisite terrain.”