The Valiant Ones (1974) Movie Script
Executive Producer: KJNG HU.
THE VALIANT ONES
China's extensive coastlines
were home to many fishermen.
Since the 13th century, gangs of Japanese
Ronin teamed up with local bandits
to form a group of wokou pirates.
They robbed houses and
slaughtered innocent citizens everywhere.
The country was weak and in decline
under Ming Emperor Jiajing's rule.
This allowed the wokou
to gradually expand,
landing and wandering into
Fujian and Zhejiang provinces.
Wherever they passed, they raped,
looted, torched, and killed.
History calls it the Trouble of the Wokou.
The most fierce among
these outlaws were.
Hakatatsu, Xu Dong, and Saimon.
The Ming government sent the army to
annihilate them many times without success.
They even met with the Japanese Emperor
to discuss a defence and attack plan.
But since the wokou colluded with
both Ming officials and Japanese consuls,
they could never devise a way
to cleanse the pirates.
Even the fatuous Emperor Jiajing
had to get involved in the matter.
These pirates are getting out of control.
You must think of a plan.
Your Majesty, Deputy General Zhu Wan
submitted a proposal two days ago
to obliterate these outlaws.
Has Your Majesty...?
I haven't read it yet. If it looks
good to you, then tell him to proceed.
Summoning General Zhu Wan.
Your servant, Zhu Wan, wishes
Your Majesty good health.
Zhu Wan, I shall assign you...
What post is it again?
Governor of Zhejiang, in charge of
Zhejiang and Fujian's military affairs.
Right. Governor of Zhejiang, in charge
of Zhejiang and Fujian's military affairs.
Once you get there, you must
wipe out all the wokou.
This is a matter of national security.
You must get this done.
You may go now.
Your servant accepts the decree
with gratitude.
ZHEJJANG GOVERNOR MAGISTRATE
I've been here less than two months and
there have been over 30 pirate attacks!
- General Zhou.
- Here!
You're in charge of our military.
Do you have a plan to deal with it or not?
Your Honour. These pirates are just
ugly mountain roamers.
Nothing to be afraid of.
It's only because our previous strategy to
eliminate them was inconsistent.
No need to talk about that!
Shinan's Chief needs to go to the Capital.
How are you going to escort him?
I am willing to guarantee his safety
with my title.
CHEF OF SHINAN
You will have another chance
to redeem your failure.
Thank you, Your Honour.
Those that are brave but foolhardy will
not do. I'll have to find someone else!
I have heard the Colonel of Zhangzhou,
Yu Da-you, is an excellent strategist.
He's also someone that I have known
since he was a child.
He certainly has quite a bit of talent.
Your Honour! Please give me a few more days.
I'll decimate the pirates without help for sure.
I need someone dependable who can
deliver the Chief of Shinan alive!
Your Honour, I heard this man Yu Da-you
is pompous and arrogant.
That is not entirely true, is it?
Yes, sir.
It is settled.
I'll inform His Majesty. You write
to Zhangzhou and transfer Yu Da-you here.
He is here.
- Sir.
- You've bought everything?
- Yes I have, sir.
- Colonel Yu!
- Li, how are you?
- Fine. Let's return to camp.
Don't you feel comfortable here?
I'm bored as hell!
Have you reached out to everyone
like I asked?
Yes.
Chou Fa!
Keep blowing your flute and
the wokou will be here.
I've been waiting for them!
Hurry, go change your clothes.
Li. How are things going around here?
They've looted almost everywhere.
- What about your place?
- This is the only one they've skipped.
There's nothing to rob here.
But now they'll probably come.
Why?
Because you guys are here.
They dare to rob soldiers?
They even robbed the government treasury!
Where do they usually come from?
No one knows where their hideout is.
Do you think there are
any spies in your village?
Not just in my village. Even the
county magistrate has them!
Li...
Wang, have you ever
eaten water-fried shrimp?
- I've had oil-fried shrimp.
- Water-fried tastes much better.
Excuse me.
The archers are here.
Time for you two to exercise a little.
Colonel.
Attack!
Li.
- This is for you.
- What for?
Go buy yourself a new fishing net.
No need! You're getting rid of the pirates
for us. How can I accept your money?
Getting rid of the pirates is our duty.
I insist.
I won't take it anyway!
Then buy a stronger fishing net
for me. Is it enough?
Enough!
Don't tell anyone about last night. Or
the wokou will never take the bait again.
I know, I know.
Chou Fa!
Ke-jian.
You go set up a tent at Erdao Bay.
You take a few men and go wait
for them by the shore.
You go take a look. They're here!
Hello, guests! Please rest here!
- Buns are ready!
- Fresh Jasmine tea!
Let's have something to eat.
Hot buns right out of the oven!
- How about some vintage Huadiao wine?
- How much?
Who cares about the price
when it comes to wine?
Taste it first.
My friend. Your accent doesn't sound local.
You have good ears. I'm a refugee
from Liaodong. Came to make a living here.
Where are you two from?
Taicang.
How about that gentleman?
What does he do for a living?
Manager. Have you ever heard of
Tung Lung Bank?
Sure! From North to South, wherever
there're people, there's a Tung Lung!
That gentleman is the bank's young boss.
This wine isn't bad, right?
Genuine. Get us half a catty more.
Manager!
Kuei! Come and have a drink!
I knew you'd be here on time.
We were waiting for you!
Tie them up and take them with us.
We three had no idea who you are.
It was stupid of us to offend you.
You three were a bit stupid.
Please spare us!
No way! You tried to knife us just now.
We must have a good talk with your boss.
We were blind as a dog. We didn't know
you're in the same line of business.
We're not the same as you.
Tell us which mountain you're from.
We won't forget to repay you!
Mountain?
Have you heard of Huang Fei Fu
from Flying Tiger Mountain?
You haven't?
No.
No wonder. I haven't either.
Stop talking nonsense. Let's go.
Please don't make fun of us.
You guys can't go home empty-handed.
We put 20 taels of silver
under that big rock.
Consider it as our gift.
- That won't do!
- Do us a favour.
Wait.
It's negotiable.
You say a few good words for us
and we could...
Let's go get the silver first.
All right.
You only have 20 taels?
Times are hard!
You have a pretty good turf here.
We haven't had business
in half a month!
I don't think so.
A herbal shop owner was robbed
by you a couple of days ago.
Together with his merchandise,
he lost over 5,000 taels.
How did you know?
We wouldn't have come here to
do business if we didn't.
You're smart. But we've given
all the money back to base.
Base?
So you guys have a boss then?
With our meagre skills, how can
we do this on our own?
Then cough out a name.
We're just stringers coming off
the mountain to scout.
Then which mountain is your boss at?
Our boss is at...
Look out!
Run.
Move!
Three died, but we caught one alive.
Good. Shao-tong? Interrogate him.
Ke-jian. You and I will report for duty.
ZHEJJANG GOVERNOR MAGISTRATE
Greetings from Yu Da-you, Your Honour.
At ease, at ease.
I've been waiting for you for over a month.
I came as soon as I received your order.
But we were delayed while on the road.
Fine, fine.
This must be Captain Tang?
Tang Ke-jian at your service, Your Honour.
At ease, at ease.
Da-you, this is General Zhou Li-De. You
two should communicate more from now on.
General.
I've long heard that you, brother Da-you,
have both martial and intellectual skills.
We're counting on you this time.
I have much to learn from the general.
This way please.
Colonel Yu. Prosecutor Lin Mou-ho
at your service.
You're too kind.
I heard Prosecutor Lin is good at foreign
affairs. We'll be seeking your advice.
I'm flattered.
I'll be glad to offer
my modest service as long as it's useful.
As of now, it's not needed yet.
Da-you. Ke-jian. Prepare to receive
the Royal Edict.
Yes!
"The Edict declares that Yu Da-you is
assigned Captain of the Anti-Wokou troop."
Tang Ke-jian is assigned Deputy Captain.
"Both under the command of Governor
of Zhejiang, Zhu Wan. End of Edict."
Da-you.
Can you give me an estimate as to
when you can clear this region?
I can't say for certain yet, Your Honour.
At the very least, you have to try
to clear the roadways.
Just clearing the roadways is useless.
We must find the wokou's nest first.
But the Chief of Shinan needs to go
to the capital urgently.
For his safety, it's better that
he waits a few more days.
- Captain Tang.
- Yes.
Your opinions?
Your Honour. The most important thing is
not to send in the army just yet.
If we alarm them and they retreat to the
islands, then it will be more difficult.
Da-you, what say you?
Ke-jian is right.
Your Honour, please advise General Zhou
not to act rashly for the next few days.
And neither should my new assignment
be publicised.
This is to prevent spies
from leaking the news.
My team and I will disguise ourselves as merchants
and lure the pirates out along the shores.
Hey. What's wrong?
I don't know what's with him.
This is killing me.
Don't worry. Let me take a look.
Looks like a heat stroke.
You go get some water.
Who is your boss? Talk!
Don't beat him.
Brother. What scope is that?
Let me take a look.
They've caught two more.
These two are all yours.
Got anything from him?
He's a mute.
Mute?
- Wang Shi-ko!
- Here!
Take off his shoes.
Japanese!
Ask him a few questions in Japanese.
Are you Japanese?
So, you won't talk, huh?
Talk, or I'll cut your toe off!
I... I'm Japanese!
- Well?
- He still wouldn't talk.
- You didn't kill him, did you?
- No. Mr Wu said no torture.
Mr Wu is right. A good strategy
is to be both kind and harsh.
Captain... No, boss.
You are always talking strategy, but
talking won't lead us to their base.
Think of a way to lead them to us.
I don't know how.
I do.
Wang Shi-ko?
Boss?
Look!
Wine?
Our boss has just accepted a big escort.
The goods are worth at least
100,000 taels of silver!
What goods are worth that much?
I don't know.
But let me tell you.
I heard those are treasures from abroad. Mr
Tang says the pearl is as big as a duck egg!
This big?
Where are we getting them?
We're not! We're in charge of
delivering them to the city.
- So these are for the government?
- That's right!
Someone dared to hire us
as security escorts?
This is why people said our boss
gets around with both sides of the law!
- This business won't be easy money.
- Why?
- The regular route... you know...
- But we're not taking the regular route.
Which route then?
- The White Tree Beach route!
- When do we pick up the goods?
The day after tomorrow.
We'll get a share of the escort money then?
Of course.
Then you can return the
50 taels of silver you owe me.
Why do you keep mentioning it?
You pay me back soon and
I can loan you more soon!
You're so narrow-minded! You think
I'm not gonna pay you back??
Scolding your creditor?
Who do you think you are?
Who do you think you are?!
You are asking for a beating!
What do you want?
You son of a bitch!
You hit me!
You hit me?! Fine!
Stop!
What do you two think you're doing?
He owes me money and he hits me.
Go to sleep!
You two are not kids anymore!
The trick works.
Wang Shi-ko.
- Come with me to town to pick up the goods.
- Yes.
Da-you's plan is nothing but child's play!
"In war, nothing is too deceitful."
Da-you.
You think...
They will fall for your trick?
I am not 100% sure, Your Honour.
- Let's try it anyway.
- Yes.
Can you escort him?
It is urgent that he gets to the capital.
Better wait a few more days.
We don't have to bother Da-you.
We can escort the Chief.
Da-you. What do you think?
General Zhou can proceed once I discover
the real strengths of the pirates.
I have my own ideas as to
when I can proceed.
This is not your concern, Brother Da-you.
Yes...
Da-you, anything else you need?
I need a few more soldiers to assist
with escorting the goods.
The goods are here.
Shao-tong, you should sit down.
Uncle, teach me how to snatch a sword
with my bare hands.
Go borrow a blade.
Now try again.
Remember it now.
And keep practising.
Mr Wu, you're a true master!
Far from it.
I reckon the Japanese won't be
coming today.
They will come for sure.
They're coming! Guard the boxes!
Follow me!
Mr Wu, take a look.
See if you can recognise
who is in the palanquin.
It's General Zhou Li-De!
Damn! Let's get over there!
It's him?! Go!
General, why are you here?
I wanted to see if your trick worked. Who
would've thought I'd run into them here?
General, you're a high-ranking officer.
Why risk your life?
An officer that leads the army
shouldn't be afraid of danger!
General, you should know that I let
the Japanese go on purpose. Now that you...
Captain Yu, don't you worry.
I won't take the credit from you.
General, you are not getting it!
Brother Wu. How are things?
I was tailing them all the way, but the
arrival of that general ruined everything!
How dare you?!
General...
Captain Yu! How could
your subordinates be so rude??
General, I specifically invited
Mr Wu to help us.
Who the hell is he??
Just an ordinary Ming Dynasty citizen!
Open it.
But the Boss hasn't seen it yet.
It's all right.
I guess they won't get fooled again.
Boss, my trick will work for sure.
The Japanese are very cunning.
Ke-jian.
If you were them, what will you do now?
I'll hide for a week or two until
I get a clear idea of what's going on.
And you, Shao-tong?
I'll send some assassins right away
and kill off a few of the enemy leaders.
You're both right. We'll find
out tomorrow morning.
- What happened?
- What's going on?
No need to pack up!
Ke-jian and Shao-tong, you two go
and wait for them by the river.
Brother Wu, take Chou Fa into
the woods with you.
Wang Shi-Ko? You go up that slope with me.
I bet those Japanese
won't come out so soon.
Do you agree?
I heard the Colonel said you're the
No. 1 swordsman in the North.
And few are your equals in the South.
Your colonel is exaggerating my merits.
Uncle, they say you're
nicknamed "The Whirlwind".
There is no such thing!
They say your opponents always fall
without seeing you draw your blade.
That's only a myth.
Uncle Wu, can you teach me a few moves?
I'm not greedy. Just teach me a little
so I can handle the Japanese.
All right.
Then... you will teach me?
You have to practise your Qi first.
Fine! I'll practise my Qi
and you'll teach me.
When I say "don't move", then you must
hold your breath and stay still.
No matter what you see or hear,
you cannot move. Can you do that?
Sure!
All right.
Uncle...
Don't move!
It's ok now.
What a guy!
Uncle Wu, I want to learn this!
One step at a time.
Wang Shi-Ko, take a look at
that big yellow island.
Cliffs on all three sides, but
the fourth side isn't visible.
It's not an island. Parts of it are
connected to the Mainland.
Follow me.
Colonel! Colonel!
It's Li.
Li!
Li, calm down.
What's with you?
Colonel, the wokou have
ravaged our village!
When?
Early this morning.
Wang, summon the others. Hurry!
See if you can find any survivors.
Da-you.
Take a look at this.
There are more over there.
Ji-yuan.
Colonel, Colonel!
What is it, Li?
I remember now. Lin Tung was here today.
Who?
Prosecutor Lin Mou-ho's housekeeper.
Lin Mou-ho?
Prosecutor Lin who handles foreign affairs?
Right!
What about it?
Lin Tung appeared after the bandits
had looted the village.
They left after he spoke with the wokou leader.
Probably had no time to take the treasures.
Are you sure you're not mistaken?
I'm sure. I saw everything from where
I was hiding in the tree.
Brother Wu, tell them to retreat. I'll go
see the Governor. You wait for me here.
- Lin Mou-ho?
- Yes.
Oh dear. He left with General Zhou
this morning.
Where were they going?
Escorting the chief to the Capital.
Didn't I request him to wait
a few more days?
The chief wouldn't wait any longer.
Zhou said he can guarantee his safety.
Which road is Zhou taking?
Probably the main road. I'll send
some people to arrest Lin right away.
Wait, Your Honour! I would like to use
Lin as bait to find the wokou's nest.
He may escape.
- He probably won't.
- Your Honour.
Sir, General Zhou is in trouble again.
He's waiting to see you in the parlour.
Your Honour, I shall accept
any punishment.
Get up, get up!
- Prosecutor Lin. What happened to the chief?
- Your Honour...
Chief... He...
Your Honour!
Let Lin arrange the funeral first.
- Prosecutor Lin!
- Yes!
I'll write to the Emperor and
take the blame.
And you won't get away with this either!
I understand!
You're relieved of duty.
Wait for the counsel's decision.
Now go! -Understood!
- Come back!
- Sir?
Who is this man?
He's my long time assistant, Lin Tung.
This is a place for matters of utmost secrecy.
How dare you bring your servant here?!
It's my fault. I fell off my horse
coming here and couldn't walk, so...
Be careful next time!
- Prosecutor Lin.
- Colonel...
Did your assistant
accompany you this morning?
- He didn't.
- I did!
It's like this. I was supposed to
go with Prosecutor Lin,
but... I suddenly had diarrhea,
so I didn't go.
I didn't ask you!
It's true. He had diarrhea,
so he didn't go.
That will be all, Prosecutor Lin. Thanks.
Hurry!
Kill him!
Hero, don't get me wrong.
We are your friends.
Who said I am your friend?
I make friends with both heroes and
bandits on land and on sea.
Just identify yourself and I'll make sure
you won't go back empty-handed...
You're Prosecutor Lin's assistant, so
you can spare me your schtick.
My assistant job is just a facade. I have
connections with heroes on both sides of the law.
Cut the nonsense!
You go back and tell Lin to show up at
the Li Family Temple tomorrow morning.
Or I will deliver his housekeeper and your
loot straight to the county magistrate!
Go, now!
Come back!
You tell Lin to be there alone.
Alone!
And he better not play any tricks.
He won't, he won't...
LI FAMILY TEMPLE
Prosecutor Lin.
Who's there?
You actually came here alone.
You are...?
Have you heard of "The Whirlwind"?
"The Whirlwind"? Are you from Liaodong?
Good memory.
Right, right. You led a gang in
the Laoye Temple region.
I was a horse thief there.
And you were an officer there.
I was just a small potato.
Not worth mentioning it.
May I ask what your real name is?
Wu Ji-yuan.
Right! Wu Ji-yuan. I remember now.
All right. Brother Wu,
just name your price.
I didn't come here for money.
I see.
You should have heard about
the kind of person I am.
No matter who you are or where you're from,
show me respect, and I'll be your friend.
I know your circle of friends is wide.
That's why I looked for you.
As long as I can assist, just say the word.
I would like to defect to Hakatatsu.
Could you introduce me to him?
Who?
Hakatatsu, the Japanese on Shuangyu Island.
Brother Wu, you sure are a jester!
I am a prosecutor, and you ask
me to introduce a wokou to you!
I've never been known to be a jester.
If you do as I say, you will be rewarded.
But if you don't, then I'll deliver Lin
Tung and the loot to the county magistrate.
Brother Wu, you can't force this on me!
Forget it then.
Brother Wu! Even if you send him to
court, he may not comply.
After all, I am a prosecutor.
I won't lie to you. Like yourself,
I am also a double-agent.
I am working for Yu Da-you.
I may not have a high rank, but I am
Deputy Captain of the Anti-Wokou troop.
You have good prospects then!
Good prospects, but not profitable.
Well, so long.
Wait!
Brother Wu, I will get you to Hakatatsu.
But you'll have to hand Lin Tung over first.
Don't play games.
You must introduce me to him.
Then... will you be breaking ties
with Yu Da-you?
If Hakatatsu takes me in, then
I will break ties with Yu.
Fine, it's a deal.
Good. You wait here.
Master!
Here.
When will you take me to him?
Anytime you want.
The sooner the better.
How about now?
Now?
Nakamura!
Prosecutor Lin, what's all this?
Didn't you say you want to meet Hakatatsu?
That's his right-hand man.
You play dirty, Prosecutor Lin.
You know too much about me.
Kill him!
Shoot the arrows!
Prosecutor Lin.
Brother Wu...
We can't have any more foul play
from now on.
Yes... yes...
How can I meet Hakatatsu?
At the Western bay shore.
Lin Tung will wait for you there.
You can go now.
This is the place.
Some elegant place you've got here.
Please.
Wait here.
This way.
Please have a seat.
Please stand up.
Sit... Sit...
Please be seated.
He is the chief of this island.
Pleased to meet you, chief.
Mr Wu, Madam Wu. I heard
you two would like to join us.
With the chief's blessing.
I heard you two are supreme
martial artists.
Some of our friends here have
already had a taste of it.
We merely learned some moves
from back home.
In that case, Mr Wu, please
demonstrate for us.
I don't dare to embarrass myself.
2nd Brother. Who do you think
should learn from Mr Wu?
Yes. Gu Wen-tian!
Here!
Mr Wu. Please teach me.
All right, we shall have a friendly bout.
As you wish.
Stop!
You sit down!
Yes.
What happened?
Look at your back!
Yuen Wah, you and your brothers
can learn from Mr Wu.
Yes!
Mr Wu, Madam Wu. We brothers would
like to learn from you.
No need. I'll take on all of you alone.
Stop! Stop!
What are you doing?
You should be thanking Mr Wu
for showing mercy!
Take a look at your wrists!
Try not to strain your right arm.
It'll be fine in two to three days.
Sit down!
Mr Wu, your reputation in the
martial arts indeed precedes you.
You're too kind.
Master Huang, would you like to
try Mr Wu's archery skill?
Certainly!
Mr Wu, please show me how
I can learn from you.
I dare not, but perhaps she could
learn something from you.
All right.
Madam. Please teach me.
Bow and arrow.
Please.
Fine, then I shall go first.
Please teach me.
Bravo!
You try.
Bravo!
Impressive, impressive!
Chief, I would now wish to...
Hold on.
2nd Brother, you may learn the skills
of the blade from Mr Wu.
Sure!
Mr Wu. Please teach me.
You're too kind.
Please.
We'll just have a friendly round.
As you wish.
Forgive me for being presumptuous.
Stop...!
Mr Wu's swordsmanship is truly superb!
You flatter me.
Forgive me for my impudence just now.
You're too kind.
Mr Wu, please have a seat.
- What is it?
- Your back's ripped open!
Mr Wu, Madam Wu.
After what we saw, it appears our island will
be most fortunate to utilise your service.
Not yet!
I want to test my skills with him!
Mr Wu. This Japanese friend
wants to learn from you.
- Tell him it is not necessary.
- Yes.
He says he would rather not fight with you!
Bastard!
Mr Wu, just play with him.
His way with the sword is sharp.
You have to be careful.
Understood. Don't worry, Chief.
You come here!
I'm borrowing this!
Don't be afraid. Take it.
Mr Wu!
Go!
Mr Wu, you are indeed as good as reputed.
We most certainly can use your service.
We may not be a big group. However,
we also have our rules.
For now, you will be a commander
under our 2nd Brother.
Once you have some victories under your
belt, I'll think of a way to promote you.
As for the rules here,
2nd Brother will tell you.
Thank you for your kind intentions, Chief.
I've come here to defect.
I'm willing to do anything.
However, after all that sparring,
I'd rather prefer to be here as guest.
I don't understand what you mean.
I am not ready to join you just yet. I'm
fine with taking a share from each haul.
But Mr Wu, we have no such rule here.
In that case, Chief,
we shall bid you farewell.
Wait!
Mr Wu. Visitors here
can't just come and go as they please.
I invited you to join us in all sincerity.
2nd Brother, try to persuade Mr Wu for me.
Mr Wu, I'll take my leave.
Goodbye, everyone.
Mr Wu, please stay.
Mr Wu. Our chief never goes back
on his words.
Neither do I.
Hold it!
Go!
What is all this?!
Be quiet! Sit down.
- Open the doors.
- Yes!
Welcome.
Please, have a seat.
I am Hakatatsu.
I have heard of you.
Your proposal just now is not out of line.
I accept.
However, Mr Wu, since you want to join us,
you must not have a change of heart.
I won't.
Good. Then I must ask for a favour.
Fine. Name it.
I want Yu Da-you, dead or alive.
When will I hear the good news from you?
In three days. Have someone pick us up
at the same place.
Is he gone?
You saw it with your own eyes?
Yes. All were killed. None survived.
- Did you see it well?
- Yes.
Good. Pick them up tomorrow.
- This guy is full of tricks. Let's set a trap for him.
- Yes.
Wait here.
Retreat!
Ambush!
They're coming.
Look at that.
Yu Da-you has gathered all his forces here.
I think we should go back.
No.
They already knew our location.
We can't go back now.
Let's just flee. Find another place
and take root.
No. Wu knows we're here. We can't flee.
We'll divide into three groups,
go behind them and attack.
This tactic... What do you Chinese call it?
Sneak Attack.
Right. Sneak Attack!
Colonel, we can't drag on with them
like this, why don't we...
Be patient.
Colonel.
General. They're here.
Ridiculous! How can we fight
a war like this??
I'll go take another look.
That's odd.
They're probably ambushed.
Let's flee!
No! Go over and take a look!
Charge!
Look!
Go!
Wait!
We're trapped.
Flee?
We won't make it.
We must fight our way out.
Go tell Hakatatsu to bring more men.
Looks like they're trying to flee.
Me and Chou Fa will go catch that wokou chief.
This Xu Dong has strong legs but not arms.
You have to try to grab his wrists.
Shao-tong!
Shao-tong!
Shao-tong! Get back here!
Wang Shi-ko!
Chief!
Chief!
Untie me, quickly!
Chief, Hakatatsu has run away
with the treasures.
I ran to them and
they shot arrows at me!
Which way did they go?
They probably got on the boat at
Fairy's Cave.
Bastard!
Xu Dong.
If you surrender now, I'll appeal to
the Governor to reduce your sentence.
If you help us capture Hakatatsu
I'll endorse you for a government post.
Well?
Good! Which way do you think
Hakatatsu went to make his escape?
I am afraid it's too late.
Take cover!
This time, even though there was victory
in defeating the wokou,
the Governor of Zhejiang, Zhu Wan,
refused to bribe his superior
and committed suicide in protest.
Yu Da-you received a demotion.
As for the wokou, they remain untamed,
even after the fall of the Ming Dynasty.
Starring: HSU FENG
PAI YING, ROY CHIAO.
WU CHIA-HSIANG, TIU WAI, LAU KONG,
HAN YING-CHIEH, YEUNG WAI
LEE MAN-TAI, SAMMO HUNG, CHIANG NAN,
HAO LI-JEN, NG MING-CHOI, SIMON YUEN
Special Appearances by:
CHAO LEI, TU KUANG-CHI.
Cinematography: CHEN CHING-CHU
Sound: CHOW SHAO-LUNG.
Martial Arts Choreographer: SAMMO HUNG
Assistant Director: MING TA-CHUN.
Written & Directed by: KJNG HU.
THE END
THE VALIANT ONES
China's extensive coastlines
were home to many fishermen.
Since the 13th century, gangs of Japanese
Ronin teamed up with local bandits
to form a group of wokou pirates.
They robbed houses and
slaughtered innocent citizens everywhere.
The country was weak and in decline
under Ming Emperor Jiajing's rule.
This allowed the wokou
to gradually expand,
landing and wandering into
Fujian and Zhejiang provinces.
Wherever they passed, they raped,
looted, torched, and killed.
History calls it the Trouble of the Wokou.
The most fierce among
these outlaws were.
Hakatatsu, Xu Dong, and Saimon.
The Ming government sent the army to
annihilate them many times without success.
They even met with the Japanese Emperor
to discuss a defence and attack plan.
But since the wokou colluded with
both Ming officials and Japanese consuls,
they could never devise a way
to cleanse the pirates.
Even the fatuous Emperor Jiajing
had to get involved in the matter.
These pirates are getting out of control.
You must think of a plan.
Your Majesty, Deputy General Zhu Wan
submitted a proposal two days ago
to obliterate these outlaws.
Has Your Majesty...?
I haven't read it yet. If it looks
good to you, then tell him to proceed.
Summoning General Zhu Wan.
Your servant, Zhu Wan, wishes
Your Majesty good health.
Zhu Wan, I shall assign you...
What post is it again?
Governor of Zhejiang, in charge of
Zhejiang and Fujian's military affairs.
Right. Governor of Zhejiang, in charge
of Zhejiang and Fujian's military affairs.
Once you get there, you must
wipe out all the wokou.
This is a matter of national security.
You must get this done.
You may go now.
Your servant accepts the decree
with gratitude.
ZHEJJANG GOVERNOR MAGISTRATE
I've been here less than two months and
there have been over 30 pirate attacks!
- General Zhou.
- Here!
You're in charge of our military.
Do you have a plan to deal with it or not?
Your Honour. These pirates are just
ugly mountain roamers.
Nothing to be afraid of.
It's only because our previous strategy to
eliminate them was inconsistent.
No need to talk about that!
Shinan's Chief needs to go to the Capital.
How are you going to escort him?
I am willing to guarantee his safety
with my title.
CHEF OF SHINAN
You will have another chance
to redeem your failure.
Thank you, Your Honour.
Those that are brave but foolhardy will
not do. I'll have to find someone else!
I have heard the Colonel of Zhangzhou,
Yu Da-you, is an excellent strategist.
He's also someone that I have known
since he was a child.
He certainly has quite a bit of talent.
Your Honour! Please give me a few more days.
I'll decimate the pirates without help for sure.
I need someone dependable who can
deliver the Chief of Shinan alive!
Your Honour, I heard this man Yu Da-you
is pompous and arrogant.
That is not entirely true, is it?
Yes, sir.
It is settled.
I'll inform His Majesty. You write
to Zhangzhou and transfer Yu Da-you here.
He is here.
- Sir.
- You've bought everything?
- Yes I have, sir.
- Colonel Yu!
- Li, how are you?
- Fine. Let's return to camp.
Don't you feel comfortable here?
I'm bored as hell!
Have you reached out to everyone
like I asked?
Yes.
Chou Fa!
Keep blowing your flute and
the wokou will be here.
I've been waiting for them!
Hurry, go change your clothes.
Li. How are things going around here?
They've looted almost everywhere.
- What about your place?
- This is the only one they've skipped.
There's nothing to rob here.
But now they'll probably come.
Why?
Because you guys are here.
They dare to rob soldiers?
They even robbed the government treasury!
Where do they usually come from?
No one knows where their hideout is.
Do you think there are
any spies in your village?
Not just in my village. Even the
county magistrate has them!
Li...
Wang, have you ever
eaten water-fried shrimp?
- I've had oil-fried shrimp.
- Water-fried tastes much better.
Excuse me.
The archers are here.
Time for you two to exercise a little.
Colonel.
Attack!
Li.
- This is for you.
- What for?
Go buy yourself a new fishing net.
No need! You're getting rid of the pirates
for us. How can I accept your money?
Getting rid of the pirates is our duty.
I insist.
I won't take it anyway!
Then buy a stronger fishing net
for me. Is it enough?
Enough!
Don't tell anyone about last night. Or
the wokou will never take the bait again.
I know, I know.
Chou Fa!
Ke-jian.
You go set up a tent at Erdao Bay.
You take a few men and go wait
for them by the shore.
You go take a look. They're here!
Hello, guests! Please rest here!
- Buns are ready!
- Fresh Jasmine tea!
Let's have something to eat.
Hot buns right out of the oven!
- How about some vintage Huadiao wine?
- How much?
Who cares about the price
when it comes to wine?
Taste it first.
My friend. Your accent doesn't sound local.
You have good ears. I'm a refugee
from Liaodong. Came to make a living here.
Where are you two from?
Taicang.
How about that gentleman?
What does he do for a living?
Manager. Have you ever heard of
Tung Lung Bank?
Sure! From North to South, wherever
there're people, there's a Tung Lung!
That gentleman is the bank's young boss.
This wine isn't bad, right?
Genuine. Get us half a catty more.
Manager!
Kuei! Come and have a drink!
I knew you'd be here on time.
We were waiting for you!
Tie them up and take them with us.
We three had no idea who you are.
It was stupid of us to offend you.
You three were a bit stupid.
Please spare us!
No way! You tried to knife us just now.
We must have a good talk with your boss.
We were blind as a dog. We didn't know
you're in the same line of business.
We're not the same as you.
Tell us which mountain you're from.
We won't forget to repay you!
Mountain?
Have you heard of Huang Fei Fu
from Flying Tiger Mountain?
You haven't?
No.
No wonder. I haven't either.
Stop talking nonsense. Let's go.
Please don't make fun of us.
You guys can't go home empty-handed.
We put 20 taels of silver
under that big rock.
Consider it as our gift.
- That won't do!
- Do us a favour.
Wait.
It's negotiable.
You say a few good words for us
and we could...
Let's go get the silver first.
All right.
You only have 20 taels?
Times are hard!
You have a pretty good turf here.
We haven't had business
in half a month!
I don't think so.
A herbal shop owner was robbed
by you a couple of days ago.
Together with his merchandise,
he lost over 5,000 taels.
How did you know?
We wouldn't have come here to
do business if we didn't.
You're smart. But we've given
all the money back to base.
Base?
So you guys have a boss then?
With our meagre skills, how can
we do this on our own?
Then cough out a name.
We're just stringers coming off
the mountain to scout.
Then which mountain is your boss at?
Our boss is at...
Look out!
Run.
Move!
Three died, but we caught one alive.
Good. Shao-tong? Interrogate him.
Ke-jian. You and I will report for duty.
ZHEJJANG GOVERNOR MAGISTRATE
Greetings from Yu Da-you, Your Honour.
At ease, at ease.
I've been waiting for you for over a month.
I came as soon as I received your order.
But we were delayed while on the road.
Fine, fine.
This must be Captain Tang?
Tang Ke-jian at your service, Your Honour.
At ease, at ease.
Da-you, this is General Zhou Li-De. You
two should communicate more from now on.
General.
I've long heard that you, brother Da-you,
have both martial and intellectual skills.
We're counting on you this time.
I have much to learn from the general.
This way please.
Colonel Yu. Prosecutor Lin Mou-ho
at your service.
You're too kind.
I heard Prosecutor Lin is good at foreign
affairs. We'll be seeking your advice.
I'm flattered.
I'll be glad to offer
my modest service as long as it's useful.
As of now, it's not needed yet.
Da-you. Ke-jian. Prepare to receive
the Royal Edict.
Yes!
"The Edict declares that Yu Da-you is
assigned Captain of the Anti-Wokou troop."
Tang Ke-jian is assigned Deputy Captain.
"Both under the command of Governor
of Zhejiang, Zhu Wan. End of Edict."
Da-you.
Can you give me an estimate as to
when you can clear this region?
I can't say for certain yet, Your Honour.
At the very least, you have to try
to clear the roadways.
Just clearing the roadways is useless.
We must find the wokou's nest first.
But the Chief of Shinan needs to go
to the capital urgently.
For his safety, it's better that
he waits a few more days.
- Captain Tang.
- Yes.
Your opinions?
Your Honour. The most important thing is
not to send in the army just yet.
If we alarm them and they retreat to the
islands, then it will be more difficult.
Da-you, what say you?
Ke-jian is right.
Your Honour, please advise General Zhou
not to act rashly for the next few days.
And neither should my new assignment
be publicised.
This is to prevent spies
from leaking the news.
My team and I will disguise ourselves as merchants
and lure the pirates out along the shores.
Hey. What's wrong?
I don't know what's with him.
This is killing me.
Don't worry. Let me take a look.
Looks like a heat stroke.
You go get some water.
Who is your boss? Talk!
Don't beat him.
Brother. What scope is that?
Let me take a look.
They've caught two more.
These two are all yours.
Got anything from him?
He's a mute.
Mute?
- Wang Shi-ko!
- Here!
Take off his shoes.
Japanese!
Ask him a few questions in Japanese.
Are you Japanese?
So, you won't talk, huh?
Talk, or I'll cut your toe off!
I... I'm Japanese!
- Well?
- He still wouldn't talk.
- You didn't kill him, did you?
- No. Mr Wu said no torture.
Mr Wu is right. A good strategy
is to be both kind and harsh.
Captain... No, boss.
You are always talking strategy, but
talking won't lead us to their base.
Think of a way to lead them to us.
I don't know how.
I do.
Wang Shi-ko?
Boss?
Look!
Wine?
Our boss has just accepted a big escort.
The goods are worth at least
100,000 taels of silver!
What goods are worth that much?
I don't know.
But let me tell you.
I heard those are treasures from abroad. Mr
Tang says the pearl is as big as a duck egg!
This big?
Where are we getting them?
We're not! We're in charge of
delivering them to the city.
- So these are for the government?
- That's right!
Someone dared to hire us
as security escorts?
This is why people said our boss
gets around with both sides of the law!
- This business won't be easy money.
- Why?
- The regular route... you know...
- But we're not taking the regular route.
Which route then?
- The White Tree Beach route!
- When do we pick up the goods?
The day after tomorrow.
We'll get a share of the escort money then?
Of course.
Then you can return the
50 taels of silver you owe me.
Why do you keep mentioning it?
You pay me back soon and
I can loan you more soon!
You're so narrow-minded! You think
I'm not gonna pay you back??
Scolding your creditor?
Who do you think you are?
Who do you think you are?!
You are asking for a beating!
What do you want?
You son of a bitch!
You hit me!
You hit me?! Fine!
Stop!
What do you two think you're doing?
He owes me money and he hits me.
Go to sleep!
You two are not kids anymore!
The trick works.
Wang Shi-ko.
- Come with me to town to pick up the goods.
- Yes.
Da-you's plan is nothing but child's play!
"In war, nothing is too deceitful."
Da-you.
You think...
They will fall for your trick?
I am not 100% sure, Your Honour.
- Let's try it anyway.
- Yes.
Can you escort him?
It is urgent that he gets to the capital.
Better wait a few more days.
We don't have to bother Da-you.
We can escort the Chief.
Da-you. What do you think?
General Zhou can proceed once I discover
the real strengths of the pirates.
I have my own ideas as to
when I can proceed.
This is not your concern, Brother Da-you.
Yes...
Da-you, anything else you need?
I need a few more soldiers to assist
with escorting the goods.
The goods are here.
Shao-tong, you should sit down.
Uncle, teach me how to snatch a sword
with my bare hands.
Go borrow a blade.
Now try again.
Remember it now.
And keep practising.
Mr Wu, you're a true master!
Far from it.
I reckon the Japanese won't be
coming today.
They will come for sure.
They're coming! Guard the boxes!
Follow me!
Mr Wu, take a look.
See if you can recognise
who is in the palanquin.
It's General Zhou Li-De!
Damn! Let's get over there!
It's him?! Go!
General, why are you here?
I wanted to see if your trick worked. Who
would've thought I'd run into them here?
General, you're a high-ranking officer.
Why risk your life?
An officer that leads the army
shouldn't be afraid of danger!
General, you should know that I let
the Japanese go on purpose. Now that you...
Captain Yu, don't you worry.
I won't take the credit from you.
General, you are not getting it!
Brother Wu. How are things?
I was tailing them all the way, but the
arrival of that general ruined everything!
How dare you?!
General...
Captain Yu! How could
your subordinates be so rude??
General, I specifically invited
Mr Wu to help us.
Who the hell is he??
Just an ordinary Ming Dynasty citizen!
Open it.
But the Boss hasn't seen it yet.
It's all right.
I guess they won't get fooled again.
Boss, my trick will work for sure.
The Japanese are very cunning.
Ke-jian.
If you were them, what will you do now?
I'll hide for a week or two until
I get a clear idea of what's going on.
And you, Shao-tong?
I'll send some assassins right away
and kill off a few of the enemy leaders.
You're both right. We'll find
out tomorrow morning.
- What happened?
- What's going on?
No need to pack up!
Ke-jian and Shao-tong, you two go
and wait for them by the river.
Brother Wu, take Chou Fa into
the woods with you.
Wang Shi-Ko? You go up that slope with me.
I bet those Japanese
won't come out so soon.
Do you agree?
I heard the Colonel said you're the
No. 1 swordsman in the North.
And few are your equals in the South.
Your colonel is exaggerating my merits.
Uncle, they say you're
nicknamed "The Whirlwind".
There is no such thing!
They say your opponents always fall
without seeing you draw your blade.
That's only a myth.
Uncle Wu, can you teach me a few moves?
I'm not greedy. Just teach me a little
so I can handle the Japanese.
All right.
Then... you will teach me?
You have to practise your Qi first.
Fine! I'll practise my Qi
and you'll teach me.
When I say "don't move", then you must
hold your breath and stay still.
No matter what you see or hear,
you cannot move. Can you do that?
Sure!
All right.
Uncle...
Don't move!
It's ok now.
What a guy!
Uncle Wu, I want to learn this!
One step at a time.
Wang Shi-Ko, take a look at
that big yellow island.
Cliffs on all three sides, but
the fourth side isn't visible.
It's not an island. Parts of it are
connected to the Mainland.
Follow me.
Colonel! Colonel!
It's Li.
Li!
Li, calm down.
What's with you?
Colonel, the wokou have
ravaged our village!
When?
Early this morning.
Wang, summon the others. Hurry!
See if you can find any survivors.
Da-you.
Take a look at this.
There are more over there.
Ji-yuan.
Colonel, Colonel!
What is it, Li?
I remember now. Lin Tung was here today.
Who?
Prosecutor Lin Mou-ho's housekeeper.
Lin Mou-ho?
Prosecutor Lin who handles foreign affairs?
Right!
What about it?
Lin Tung appeared after the bandits
had looted the village.
They left after he spoke with the wokou leader.
Probably had no time to take the treasures.
Are you sure you're not mistaken?
I'm sure. I saw everything from where
I was hiding in the tree.
Brother Wu, tell them to retreat. I'll go
see the Governor. You wait for me here.
- Lin Mou-ho?
- Yes.
Oh dear. He left with General Zhou
this morning.
Where were they going?
Escorting the chief to the Capital.
Didn't I request him to wait
a few more days?
The chief wouldn't wait any longer.
Zhou said he can guarantee his safety.
Which road is Zhou taking?
Probably the main road. I'll send
some people to arrest Lin right away.
Wait, Your Honour! I would like to use
Lin as bait to find the wokou's nest.
He may escape.
- He probably won't.
- Your Honour.
Sir, General Zhou is in trouble again.
He's waiting to see you in the parlour.
Your Honour, I shall accept
any punishment.
Get up, get up!
- Prosecutor Lin. What happened to the chief?
- Your Honour...
Chief... He...
Your Honour!
Let Lin arrange the funeral first.
- Prosecutor Lin!
- Yes!
I'll write to the Emperor and
take the blame.
And you won't get away with this either!
I understand!
You're relieved of duty.
Wait for the counsel's decision.
Now go! -Understood!
- Come back!
- Sir?
Who is this man?
He's my long time assistant, Lin Tung.
This is a place for matters of utmost secrecy.
How dare you bring your servant here?!
It's my fault. I fell off my horse
coming here and couldn't walk, so...
Be careful next time!
- Prosecutor Lin.
- Colonel...
Did your assistant
accompany you this morning?
- He didn't.
- I did!
It's like this. I was supposed to
go with Prosecutor Lin,
but... I suddenly had diarrhea,
so I didn't go.
I didn't ask you!
It's true. He had diarrhea,
so he didn't go.
That will be all, Prosecutor Lin. Thanks.
Hurry!
Kill him!
Hero, don't get me wrong.
We are your friends.
Who said I am your friend?
I make friends with both heroes and
bandits on land and on sea.
Just identify yourself and I'll make sure
you won't go back empty-handed...
You're Prosecutor Lin's assistant, so
you can spare me your schtick.
My assistant job is just a facade. I have
connections with heroes on both sides of the law.
Cut the nonsense!
You go back and tell Lin to show up at
the Li Family Temple tomorrow morning.
Or I will deliver his housekeeper and your
loot straight to the county magistrate!
Go, now!
Come back!
You tell Lin to be there alone.
Alone!
And he better not play any tricks.
He won't, he won't...
LI FAMILY TEMPLE
Prosecutor Lin.
Who's there?
You actually came here alone.
You are...?
Have you heard of "The Whirlwind"?
"The Whirlwind"? Are you from Liaodong?
Good memory.
Right, right. You led a gang in
the Laoye Temple region.
I was a horse thief there.
And you were an officer there.
I was just a small potato.
Not worth mentioning it.
May I ask what your real name is?
Wu Ji-yuan.
Right! Wu Ji-yuan. I remember now.
All right. Brother Wu,
just name your price.
I didn't come here for money.
I see.
You should have heard about
the kind of person I am.
No matter who you are or where you're from,
show me respect, and I'll be your friend.
I know your circle of friends is wide.
That's why I looked for you.
As long as I can assist, just say the word.
I would like to defect to Hakatatsu.
Could you introduce me to him?
Who?
Hakatatsu, the Japanese on Shuangyu Island.
Brother Wu, you sure are a jester!
I am a prosecutor, and you ask
me to introduce a wokou to you!
I've never been known to be a jester.
If you do as I say, you will be rewarded.
But if you don't, then I'll deliver Lin
Tung and the loot to the county magistrate.
Brother Wu, you can't force this on me!
Forget it then.
Brother Wu! Even if you send him to
court, he may not comply.
After all, I am a prosecutor.
I won't lie to you. Like yourself,
I am also a double-agent.
I am working for Yu Da-you.
I may not have a high rank, but I am
Deputy Captain of the Anti-Wokou troop.
You have good prospects then!
Good prospects, but not profitable.
Well, so long.
Wait!
Brother Wu, I will get you to Hakatatsu.
But you'll have to hand Lin Tung over first.
Don't play games.
You must introduce me to him.
Then... will you be breaking ties
with Yu Da-you?
If Hakatatsu takes me in, then
I will break ties with Yu.
Fine, it's a deal.
Good. You wait here.
Master!
Here.
When will you take me to him?
Anytime you want.
The sooner the better.
How about now?
Now?
Nakamura!
Prosecutor Lin, what's all this?
Didn't you say you want to meet Hakatatsu?
That's his right-hand man.
You play dirty, Prosecutor Lin.
You know too much about me.
Kill him!
Shoot the arrows!
Prosecutor Lin.
Brother Wu...
We can't have any more foul play
from now on.
Yes... yes...
How can I meet Hakatatsu?
At the Western bay shore.
Lin Tung will wait for you there.
You can go now.
This is the place.
Some elegant place you've got here.
Please.
Wait here.
This way.
Please have a seat.
Please stand up.
Sit... Sit...
Please be seated.
He is the chief of this island.
Pleased to meet you, chief.
Mr Wu, Madam Wu. I heard
you two would like to join us.
With the chief's blessing.
I heard you two are supreme
martial artists.
Some of our friends here have
already had a taste of it.
We merely learned some moves
from back home.
In that case, Mr Wu, please
demonstrate for us.
I don't dare to embarrass myself.
2nd Brother. Who do you think
should learn from Mr Wu?
Yes. Gu Wen-tian!
Here!
Mr Wu. Please teach me.
All right, we shall have a friendly bout.
As you wish.
Stop!
You sit down!
Yes.
What happened?
Look at your back!
Yuen Wah, you and your brothers
can learn from Mr Wu.
Yes!
Mr Wu, Madam Wu. We brothers would
like to learn from you.
No need. I'll take on all of you alone.
Stop! Stop!
What are you doing?
You should be thanking Mr Wu
for showing mercy!
Take a look at your wrists!
Try not to strain your right arm.
It'll be fine in two to three days.
Sit down!
Mr Wu, your reputation in the
martial arts indeed precedes you.
You're too kind.
Master Huang, would you like to
try Mr Wu's archery skill?
Certainly!
Mr Wu, please show me how
I can learn from you.
I dare not, but perhaps she could
learn something from you.
All right.
Madam. Please teach me.
Bow and arrow.
Please.
Fine, then I shall go first.
Please teach me.
Bravo!
You try.
Bravo!
Impressive, impressive!
Chief, I would now wish to...
Hold on.
2nd Brother, you may learn the skills
of the blade from Mr Wu.
Sure!
Mr Wu. Please teach me.
You're too kind.
Please.
We'll just have a friendly round.
As you wish.
Forgive me for being presumptuous.
Stop...!
Mr Wu's swordsmanship is truly superb!
You flatter me.
Forgive me for my impudence just now.
You're too kind.
Mr Wu, please have a seat.
- What is it?
- Your back's ripped open!
Mr Wu, Madam Wu.
After what we saw, it appears our island will
be most fortunate to utilise your service.
Not yet!
I want to test my skills with him!
Mr Wu. This Japanese friend
wants to learn from you.
- Tell him it is not necessary.
- Yes.
He says he would rather not fight with you!
Bastard!
Mr Wu, just play with him.
His way with the sword is sharp.
You have to be careful.
Understood. Don't worry, Chief.
You come here!
I'm borrowing this!
Don't be afraid. Take it.
Mr Wu!
Go!
Mr Wu, you are indeed as good as reputed.
We most certainly can use your service.
We may not be a big group. However,
we also have our rules.
For now, you will be a commander
under our 2nd Brother.
Once you have some victories under your
belt, I'll think of a way to promote you.
As for the rules here,
2nd Brother will tell you.
Thank you for your kind intentions, Chief.
I've come here to defect.
I'm willing to do anything.
However, after all that sparring,
I'd rather prefer to be here as guest.
I don't understand what you mean.
I am not ready to join you just yet. I'm
fine with taking a share from each haul.
But Mr Wu, we have no such rule here.
In that case, Chief,
we shall bid you farewell.
Wait!
Mr Wu. Visitors here
can't just come and go as they please.
I invited you to join us in all sincerity.
2nd Brother, try to persuade Mr Wu for me.
Mr Wu, I'll take my leave.
Goodbye, everyone.
Mr Wu, please stay.
Mr Wu. Our chief never goes back
on his words.
Neither do I.
Hold it!
Go!
What is all this?!
Be quiet! Sit down.
- Open the doors.
- Yes!
Welcome.
Please, have a seat.
I am Hakatatsu.
I have heard of you.
Your proposal just now is not out of line.
I accept.
However, Mr Wu, since you want to join us,
you must not have a change of heart.
I won't.
Good. Then I must ask for a favour.
Fine. Name it.
I want Yu Da-you, dead or alive.
When will I hear the good news from you?
In three days. Have someone pick us up
at the same place.
Is he gone?
You saw it with your own eyes?
Yes. All were killed. None survived.
- Did you see it well?
- Yes.
Good. Pick them up tomorrow.
- This guy is full of tricks. Let's set a trap for him.
- Yes.
Wait here.
Retreat!
Ambush!
They're coming.
Look at that.
Yu Da-you has gathered all his forces here.
I think we should go back.
No.
They already knew our location.
We can't go back now.
Let's just flee. Find another place
and take root.
No. Wu knows we're here. We can't flee.
We'll divide into three groups,
go behind them and attack.
This tactic... What do you Chinese call it?
Sneak Attack.
Right. Sneak Attack!
Colonel, we can't drag on with them
like this, why don't we...
Be patient.
Colonel.
General. They're here.
Ridiculous! How can we fight
a war like this??
I'll go take another look.
That's odd.
They're probably ambushed.
Let's flee!
No! Go over and take a look!
Charge!
Look!
Go!
Wait!
We're trapped.
Flee?
We won't make it.
We must fight our way out.
Go tell Hakatatsu to bring more men.
Looks like they're trying to flee.
Me and Chou Fa will go catch that wokou chief.
This Xu Dong has strong legs but not arms.
You have to try to grab his wrists.
Shao-tong!
Shao-tong!
Shao-tong! Get back here!
Wang Shi-ko!
Chief!
Chief!
Untie me, quickly!
Chief, Hakatatsu has run away
with the treasures.
I ran to them and
they shot arrows at me!
Which way did they go?
They probably got on the boat at
Fairy's Cave.
Bastard!
Xu Dong.
If you surrender now, I'll appeal to
the Governor to reduce your sentence.
If you help us capture Hakatatsu
I'll endorse you for a government post.
Well?
Good! Which way do you think
Hakatatsu went to make his escape?
I am afraid it's too late.
Take cover!
This time, even though there was victory
in defeating the wokou,
the Governor of Zhejiang, Zhu Wan,
refused to bribe his superior
and committed suicide in protest.
Yu Da-you received a demotion.
As for the wokou, they remain untamed,
even after the fall of the Ming Dynasty.
Starring: HSU FENG
PAI YING, ROY CHIAO.
WU CHIA-HSIANG, TIU WAI, LAU KONG,
HAN YING-CHIEH, YEUNG WAI
LEE MAN-TAI, SAMMO HUNG, CHIANG NAN,
HAO LI-JEN, NG MING-CHOI, SIMON YUEN
Special Appearances by:
CHAO LEI, TU KUANG-CHI.
Cinematography: CHEN CHING-CHU
Sound: CHOW SHAO-LUNG.
Martial Arts Choreographer: SAMMO HUNG
Assistant Director: MING TA-CHUN.
Written & Directed by: KJNG HU.
THE END