Inuyasha and the group learn about the deadly Band of Seven. This group was constructed of seven mercenaries who were executed for their inhumane acts. When Kagome senses a sacred jewel shard, Sango goes off on her own and finds her lost brother Kohaku. Meanwhile, Inuyasha encounters one of the Band of Seven, Jakotsu. Jakotsu has strange behavior and wields a strange sword that bends, posing a dangerous problem for Inuyasha.