Literally translated as “tent government”, bakufu were governments that ruled Japan from 1185 until 1868. Also called “shogunate”, a bakufu was technically limited in authority to the feudal overlord’s domains and the men who owed close allegiance to him. This government did not have authority over the possessions or retainers of lords who were not the shogun’s direct vassals. In practice, however, depending on the strength of the bakufu, the authority of the government might extend deeply into the country. During the Edo period, this was especially true.
Hell Blade is another name for the Korean manhwa comic, Jack the Ripper. London, 1888 A.D. The entire city is consumed by fear of a serial killer known only as Jack the Ripper. He mutilates female prostitutes with extreme brutality. However, his victims hide a terrifying secret and Jack’s destiny is to continue hunting them down.
Also known as Iris sibirica or Siberian Flag, it is a blue-flowered herb that blooms in the spring. It represents fidelity, constancy, and loyalty. The genus name Scilla is a Greek word that means to injure or harm. This alludes to the toxic properties found in some of the European species.
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