Oda Nobukatsu, younger brother of Oda Nobunaga, navigates a fractured familial bond intensified by their mother’s overt favoritism. Her disdain for Nobunaga and manipulation of Nobukatsu sows discord, transforming his genuine brotherly devotion into conflicted estrangement. External pressures amplify this rift, as opportunistic retainers like Tsuzuki Kurando stoke his latent ambitions, framing rebellion as a path to usurp his brother’s authority. Their machinations propel Nobukatsu to challenge Nobunaga’s rule, culminating in a decisive clash near Ikoma Kitsuno’s village—a site tied to Nobunaga’s past. Nobukatsu’s tactical inexperience leads to a swift, humiliating defeat, underscoring his role as a pawn in broader political schemes.

Though defeated, Nobunaga spares him, a testament to their entangled loyalties. Nobukatsu’s arc traces the erosion of innocence under familial expectations and court intrigue, his actions fueled by insecurity and the relentless sway of advisors. Surviving the rebellion leaves him politically weakened yet alive, a lingering tool for factions seeking to exploit his lineage.

Visually distinguished by purple hair tied in a ponytail, his design echoes historical motifs while emphasizing his youth and secondary status. Interactions with figures like Kitsuno and his retainers highlight his precarious position—torn between personal ties and the brutal pragmatism of Sengoku-era power struggles.