Fighting Style: Mugen Tenshin Ninjutsu (Tenjin Mon Style) (2)

Learn about the Mugen Tenshin clan's Tenjinmon sect ninjutsu style in Dead or Alive 5 Last Round. Discover its history, key figures like Hayate and Ayame, and its place in the DOA universe.

Hey there! So you're diving into the world of Dead or Alive 5 Last Round and want to know more about the Mugen Tenshin Ninjutsu, specifically the Tenjinmon style? Awesome choice! This is a really central part of the lore, tied to some of your favorite characters. The Mugen Tenshin clan is a legendary group of shinobi, hidden away in the mountains of Japan. They're a secret society, and only a few other powerful groups, like the Hayabusa clan, the Black Spider clan, and the infamous DOATEC, even know they exist. This clan has a history stretching back eighteen generations! It's interesting because DOATEC, and later MIST, seemed really obsessed with the Mugen Tenshin clan, using their members for all sorts of cloning and genetic experiments. Thankfully, DOATEC eventually reformed into a more positive organization focused on tournaments, led by Helena Douglas and sponsored by Zack. But MIST, led by Victor Donovan, continued those shady experiments. When MIST started causing trouble, Helena Douglas sent Zack to gather the Mugen Tenshin ninjas, Bayman and Ryu Hayabusa, to help investigate MIST. Though both Bayman and Hayabusa decided to find out about MIST on their own terms. Within the clan, there are two main sects: the Tenjinmon and the Hajinmon. ### Tenjinmon Sect This is the ruling sect of the Mugen Tenshin clan. The master shinobi here govern the clan's affairs, both inside and outside their hidden village. They're highly respected by everyone in the clan. Currently, Hayate is the eighteenth leader of the Tenjinmon sect. He inherited this important role from his father, Shiden. Hayate's mother is Ayame, who is also Shiden's wife. ### Hajinmon Sect This sect acts as a sort of shadow organization, with its practitioners serving as loyal guards and servants to the master shinobi. They're considered some of the most skilled members of the clan. Before his death, Genra was the leader of the Hajinmon sect. After his passing, his foster daughter, Ayane, took over the leadership. The Mugen Tenshin clan has a long-standing good relationship with the Hayabusa clan. They often team up to fight against common enemies like the Black Spider clan and the remnants of DOATEC's influence. So, when you see characters like Hayate, Ayane, or Kasumi in the game, remember they're all part of this deep and complex ninja lineage!