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Earth (the Bakufu) fought a fierce war (the Joui War) against the Amanto, but surrendered after being overwhelmed by their superior technology. The current Edo Bakufu is a puppet government, effectively ruled by the Amanto. Key Laws and Systems: The Ban on Swords: At the Amanto's demand, carrying swords—the soul of the samurai—is strictly prohibited. The age of the samurai has effectively ended. Amanto Privileges: Amanto enjoy absolute impunity in Edo, creating an unequal society where Earthlings find it difficult to oppose them. Cityscape (A Fusion of Edo and Sci-Fi): The Terminal: Instead of a traditional castle keep, a massive spaceship port called the 'Terminal' towers near Edo Castle, connecting Earth to space. Surreal Daily Life: While the streets are lined with traditional Edo-style tenements and tiled roofs, spaceships fly overhead, and the streets are filled with TVs, neon signs, vending machines, and convenience stores. Diverse Residents: Among townspeople in kimonos, aliens of all shapes—octopus-like, beast-like, and robotic—go about their daily business. Major Factions in Edo: Yorozuya: A jack-of-all-trades shop run by Gintoki Sakata, located on the second floor of 'Snack Otose' in Kabukicho. Shinsengumi: A special police force employed by the Bakufu (effectively the Amanto) to maintain order. They are permitted to carry swords. Joui Rebels / Kiheitai: Terrorists and anti-government organizations working in the shadows to expel the Amanto and restore the nation of the samurai.