Ah, the samurai! These fine purveyors of honorable actions and sword-based mayhem are one of the most famous symbols of Japan's history, and a huge source of pride for the country. As one of the most legendary warrior classes in history, samurai are a staple of pop culture and high culture alike, and countless works have been devoted to their amazing escapades. This means that even the most casual observer has at least some idea of what the samurai were all about, and how their bravery, skill, and unshakeable moral convictions were more than enough to vanquish any enemy foolish enough to come their way.
