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first, they followed a set of rules called the bushido, which was a code of honor. But, in physical, living and vital terms they answered to the daimyo, who were powerful territorial lords. These answered to the shogan (bakufu in Japan) which were much like generals in modern euro-american equivalency. And finally they all answered to the Emperor, which were defiantly put on a pedestal throughout time (for example became known as Son of Heaven in the 7th century, this was three centuries before the time of the samurai, but yet they were not named this unit roughly the 13th century.
A Samurai, Daimyo and Shogan would give their life for their superiors, even if it meant plunging their own weapon into their stomachs.
Though, I believe that the samurai were the most trained and by far the greatest military of their time.
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Do samurais speak Thai?
No. Samurais are from Japan, not Thailand. They Speak Japanese.
What kind of weaponry do Samurais use?
Samurais are most noted for their katana use. Samurais are most skilled with the katana. Samurais also carry a backup weapon called a wakizashi. Both the katana and wakizashi are forms of a sword. Some Samurais also use a bow known as a yumi.
How long do samurais have to serve?
As long as they still alive, they are still consider a samurais
Who would win in a fight Vikings or samries?
Vikings are much stronger, but Samurais are faster. Also Samurais aren't afraid to die so probably Samurais.
What are some interests of samurais?
They kill any people they want, and people are scared of the samurais!
What were samurais required to do?
This link will provide some good information on Samurais. http://www.asianartmall.com/samuraiarticle.htm
Who is better Ninjas or Samurais?
History tells that ninjas used to be farmers, who defeated the samurais for revenge.
Are samurais flexible?
Are samurais are flexible especially for the female ones which are trained well.
What do samurais live to do?
samurais were when japan was in the feudal system- they were hired by their lords to protect them from attackrs, and they would be given land in exchange
What were a samurais duties for their masters?
to listen
When did samurais live?
696700 BCE
Are their samurai in Mexico?
No, there are no samurais anymore.
