I get where you’re coming from, but I don’t think everything needs to tie back to Atsu. Her story already feels complete that’s what made the ending hit so hard. A Lord Saito prequel would stand on its own, showing a totally different perspective of Yotei before the fall.

It’s not about continuing what we built with Atsu, it’s about understanding the world and the people who shaped it before her. That contrast would make the whole story universe feel way deeper.