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Gken begins teaching them the fundamental moves essential to mastering Hadu, but despite their best efforts, both students struggle to execute them. Gken reflects on his own experiences with Hadu as a young fighter, hinting at a tumultuous past filled with challenges that have shaped him.
Forbidden Paths: The Temptation of Power
A key moment arises when Ken finds a forbidden book detailing Satsue no Hadu, an ancient and malevolent technique. Ignoring Gken's warnings, he secretly trains himself in this dark art, finding success almost instantly. This pivotal choice highlights a central theme in martial arts narratives — the temptation of power and the consequences that follow.