 Yamauchi Kazutoyo distinguishes himself by defeating a renowned enemy commander during the siege of Kanagasaki in 1570, but is seriously injured by an arrow to the face. Oda Nobunaga orders a retreat after he is warned of a surprise attack. Despite his serious injury Kazutoyo volunteers to join Hideyoshi as rear guard to cover Nobunaga s retreat. Kazutoyo s bravery inspires Hideyoshi and his men to proclaim him as a  war god .