Ep 1. Peace Soul! Let's Rock!

In "Samurai Jam -Bakumatsu Rock- season 1 episode 1: Peace Soul! Let's Rock!", we are introduced to the protagonist, Sakamoto Ryouma, a ronin who dreams of becoming a rock star. He lives in an alternate universe where the shogunate has outlawed all forms of music due to its potential to inspire rebellion. Sakamoto is joined by two other ronin, Kogoro and Shinsaku, as they start a band and begin performing for the public.

In this episode, we see Sakamoto perform his first song, which quickly gains popularity amongst the people. The trio is soon contacted by a mysterious woman named Oryou who is a part of a group called the "Seeds of Liberty". This group is determined to overthrow the shogunate and they are looking for allies to join their cause.

After a successful performance, the trio is confronted by a group of samurai who were sent to capture them due to their music. The three ronin are able to escape using their skills, however, they are forced to fight back when the samurai pursue them. The group narrowly escapes and Oryou takes them to a secret underground hideout where they meet other members of the Seeds of Liberty. It is here that they receive an offer to perform at a rally to help spread their message of rebellion.

Throughout the episode, we also see flashbacks of Sakamoto's past. It is revealed that his father was a famous swordsman who was killed by the shogunate. This event sparked a love for music in Sakamoto as he believes that music has the power to change the world.

In the end, the trio agrees to perform at the rally despite the danger it may bring. They believe that music is a powerful tool that can inspire others to fight for their freedom. The episode ends with the trio preparing for their biggest performance yet, as they hope to spread their message of peace and rock the shogunate to its core.

"Samurai Jam -Bakumatsu Rock-" is a unique blend of history and music that follows the journey of three ronin as they fight against oppression and injustice through rock music. With captivating music and entertaining battle scenes, this episode sets the stage for an exciting and action-packed series.