The Koga's primary objective in the attack is to seize the "secret Ninja Core" held by the Iga, which is rumored to be the original and most powerful core in existence. Critical Reception
The Koga clan launches a massive assault on Iga village using an army of "Asura" mechanical ninjas to force the Iga into submission. Plot Summary [AnimesTC] Shinobi no Ittoki - 09 (1080p).mkv
Viewers and reviewers noted that this episode dramatically changed the tone of the series: The Koga's primary objective in the attack is
Genji Karajishi, a corrupt NSC member secretly collaborating with the Koga, activates a brainwashing jutsu on Kousetsu . Under this mind control, Kousetsu is forced to turn her blade against Yumika (Ittoki's mother and the Iga chief). [AnimesTC] Shinobi no Ittoki - 09 (1080p).mkv