to attack

killing a would-be avenger ②having the tables turned on someone (e.g. by a challenger)

vengeance

vengeance

attack under the cover of darkness ②surprise attack

surprise attack

to slay

death in battle

attacking a fleeing enemy ②additional blow to an already unfortunate situation

night attack

to destroy

capital punishment given personally by a feudal lord after a disrespectful act

storming (e.g. an enemy's castle)

to storm (a house, castle, etc.)

friends shooting one another

attacking party

to hit someone where they least expect it

to avenge (someone) by striking down their killer

execution (on the command of a feudal lord)

early-morning and late-night visits (e.g. by reporters) ②early-morning and late-night attacks

subjugation (using military force)

consideration

cleaning up (enemy remnants)

punitive force

mopping-up operation

debate

under investigation

debate

debate

subjugation

destroying

attacking the shogunate

tracking down and killing

open forum

meeting convened to discuss issues

re-examination

investigative commission

reverence for the emperor and the overthrow of the shogunate

complete annihilation

investigation