Map of Exploration

Under the direction of the Shogunate, a small force of (50) Samurai and (400) Ashigaru were to be sent south to explore the rich regions of southern Kariforunia. They were to be led by Daimyo John Takeda, a local warlord in the southern province of the Shogunate. Under the guidance of Shogun Mitsubishi, Daimyo Takeda has been told to explore and show domination over the local populace, but in a way that does not show anger but more fatherly authority. The Samurai would placate the populace and the Ashigaru would remain in the area preparing for when the larger force will arrive and annex the area for the Shogunate.

Takeda forces pushing into the south.

Daimyo Takeda will establish a small Bakufu (tent government) in the region as a forward operating base in which they will hire local warriors to help enforce some basic leadership over the region before the annexation. Any bandits will be beheaded and placed on display in the region if they try and resist any of the law and order that is being brought by the Daimyo Takeda.