Valley of Two Generals

Valley of Two Generals is the site of one of the greatest battles between the Lion and Crane, two clans that have been at odds for the majority of the Empire’s history. The previously unnamed valley was the battleground for an entire Lion army that faced off against an equal number of troops from the Crane Clan provinces, making it one of the largest engagements to take place between the third and eleventh centuries. The battle raged for seven days, waxing and waning over that period of time, and thousands lost their lives. At the battle’s conclusion, the Matsu general faced the Kakita general in personal combat and, although the Matsu was victorious, she succumbed to her wounds only moments later.

The honor and sacrifice of the two officers was enough to end the battle, and both clans would later cooperate in erecting a shrine to their memory within the valley.