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Shoju Ronin

Shoju Ronin was a Japanese samurai who became a wandering, masterless warrior after his lord's death during the Edo period. "Ronin" refers to samurai without a master, often due to political upheaval or personal reasons. Shoju was known for his exceptional combat skills, strategic mind, and loyalty. Despite losing his formal role, he maintained his honor and independence, embodying the samurai code of bushido. His story is often associated with themes of loyalty, resilience, and the complexities faced by ronin in feudal Japan.