Yoshitsune Minamoto

Yoshitsune Minamoto is a new character in Warriors Orochi 2. He is one of the star characters in the epic historical story, The Tale of the Heike, which told the 12th century story of the Minamoto clan's struggle to wrest control of Japan and the imperial court from the Taira Clan.

Role in Plot
Yoshitsune Minamoto starts his story facing Lu Bu alone at Ru Xu Kou. Wu's forces spot him and rush to his rescue. After they safely escape from the remnant Orochi forces, the young samurai reveals that he's looking for his nemesis, Kiyomori Taira. Glad to have a noble ally, he temporarily stays with Wu during his search. His overzealous urge to end his rival drives him into battle though it sometimes leads him to making rash decisions. After Kiyomori's defeat, he begins to wonder about Lu Bu's whereabouts as he began to respect the warrior while they were allies. It's unknown what he plans to do after their victory.

Gameplay
He wields a gauntlet that projects a blade made of light. In the game's story, he fights evenly against the Reputable "Strongest Warrior" of China, Lu Bu.