Tenchu: Stealth Assassins [USA] (Rikimaru Playthrough)

Prolugue

It was a time of great turmoil. Bitter wars raged as those in power sought yet more power, but only chaos prevailed. There was but one beacon of hope shining amidst the madness- Matsunoshin Gohda who ruled his people with wisdom, compassion, and jusitce. Behind the great man were two ninjas who were sworn to serve and protect their master to the death. Rikimaru, a leader of the Azuma Shinobi-ryu ninja sect, and Ayame, a young female ninja, sully their hands with the blood of the wicked and unjust far from the public's eye. This is the tale of two shadows of justice born unto darkness and destined to die in darkness.

Rikimaru
25 Year old
Rigorously trained from birth in Azuma Shinobi-ryu ninja techniques, Rikimaru has served Lord Gohda since he was sixteen. He has won the admiration of his sect for his thoroughness, patience, and bravery. For his Selfless dedication, he was granted the legendary Izayoi sword by the sect's master Shiunsai. He is usually easygoing and friendly to his cohorts, but once enraged he becomes terrifyingly focused and withdrawn.

All levels completed on Normal, Layout A, & with a Grand Master Rank.
Not meant to be a speed run.