Still watching Utawarerumono? Things are starting to get serious with the war between Yamato and Tusukuru. Prior to episode 20, Haku and his group left Yamato and went to Tusukuru to deliver supplies to Yamato's forces.
*spoilers below*
(continue only if you've already watched episode 20 or if you're fine with spoilers)
(continue only if you've already watched episode 20 or if you're fine with spoilers)
After bringing the supplies to Munechika's camp at Tusukuru, Haku thought of a plan to give them an advantage with the current situation. His plan was to infiltrate the enemy's camp and burn their supplies while Munechika and her troop distract the enemy forces.
Although the Kamunagi of Chains (Saraana & Uruuru) cannot help infiltrate the base (because of the anti-magic barrier) they still managed to get in by having Kuon as hostage and having the guards let them in. The plan was going smoothly until Kurou, the second-in-command of Benawi's cavalry (source), showed up. (btw, Benawi is the name of the general that Munechika was fighting in this episode) Haku, Kuon, Atui, and Yakutowaruto was clearly at a disadvantage with Kurou's fighting strength.
Although the Kamunagi of Chains (Saraana & Uruuru) cannot help infiltrate the base (because of the anti-magic barrier) they still managed to get in by having Kuon as hostage and having the guards let them in. The plan was going smoothly until Kurou, the second-in-command of Benawi's cavalry (source), showed up. (btw, Benawi is the name of the general that Munechika was fighting in this episode) Haku, Kuon, Atui, and Yakutowaruto was clearly at a disadvantage with Kurou's fighting strength.
Fortunately, while battling inside the provisions storage room, Haku jumped out of the window to escape Kurou, and while doing that he threw the grenade (like an old-fashioned grenade) he was holding, back to Kurou which was inside the storage room then BOOM! The room was destroyed. Surprisingly though, Kurou survived the blast.
After the blast, the anti-magic barrier disappeared and so Saraana and Uruuru managed to help Haku and the group teleport out from the enemy's base and away from Kurou. Before they escaped, Kurou asked Haku his name, he responded and this was Kurou's reaction (see image below).
Personally, I think the name "Haku" which was given to Haku by Kuon has something to do with Tusukuru and because of this curiosity I researched a bit about this anime (since this is only a rework of an old series) and my hunch was correct. If you want to find out why Kuon gave Haku his name, you can search about it on the interwebs. XD Still, this is a very interesting series to watch and each episode has a bit of everything from comedy, drama, suspense, action, and fantasy which makes watching this series fun and exciting. I definitely recommend watching this series. :D