Bushido

Bushido is a "warrior code of honor" from the time of feudal Japan, which was to the Japanese what chivalry was to medieval Europeans.

The seven cardinal virtues of bushido are chugi (loyalty), gi (righteousness), jin (benevolence), makoto (honesty), meiyo (honor), rei (respect), and yu (courage). Bushido also values protection -- a virtue very important to gargoyles.

History

The Ishimura gargoyles practice bushido, and often teach it to humans; Taro was one of their students, though not a very good one. After the Ishimura Clan's temporary capture by Taro and subsequent escape, they have begun teaching bushido to the humans living in Ishimura, as a strengthening of their covenant with them.

In 2198, the gargoyles of Ishimura regularly teach bushido to young gargoyles and humans from around the world, including Samson, Delilah, Zafiro, and Nicholas Natsilane Maza.

See also

• Bushido at Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia