New information concerning Square's sequel to VGS editors' and readers' pick for Best Fighting Game of '97 recently appeared in Japan.
Each of the 18 main characters in Bushido Blade 2 has its own story and a support character. If the player beats the second level with one of the main characters, a short event will happen before the third level where his support character will appear and lend him a hand.
If the player beats the third level with this support character, then beats all the levels in the game, he can use the support character from then on out.
While a US date has yet to be announced, the title is slated for a March 12 release in Japan.
For more information, check out the VGS preview of the game.