Nestled in a valley surrounded by towering mountains, the village of Kazematsu is a haven of peace and tradition. Renowned for producing masters in strategy, its people have long revered the ancient game of Go, passing down its secrets like precious heirlooms. For generations, Kazematsu has thrived under the guidance of its wise elders and the legacy of the ten great sages who founded it. But as the Empire’s shadow looms ever closer, the village’s peaceful existence is threatened.