For both longtime enthusiasts and newcomers, Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening offers an unparalleled journey through feudal Japan, rich with history, drama, and intense strategy. The Kittenoke link, in particular, adds a delightful touch of whimsy and a new dimension to the gameplay.
In Awakening , the Power Up Kit introduces several ways to interact with the high-level politics of 16th-century Japan:
Kenji looked at his hands. He was holding the WonderSwan, but the device was now transparent glass, filled with rushing data streams. He saw the command menu materialize in the air.
Nobunaga drew his sword, but he didn't strike. He simply pointed the blade at Mitsuhide. "The Kittenoke Link connects all hearts. Even a traitor’s heart cannot withstand the cuteness of the Awakening. You are defeated, Mitsuhide. Not by steel, but by the Bond."
| Likely intended term | Explanation | Link to Awakening | |----------------------|-------------|--------------------| | (生駒吉乃) | Historical figure, Nobunaga’s first concubine. | In Awakening , if Kitsuno is alive (early scenario), her presence in Kiyosu castle gives Nobunaga +15% resistance to betrayal. A “Kitsuno Link” is a fan term for keeping her safe to unlock a maternal diplomacy buff. | | Kittanoke | Could be a misspelling of “Kittanning” (no) or a username (e.g., Kittenoke on old forums). | Some Let’s Players coined “Kittenoke strat” — a cheesy strategy where you spam cat-themed vassal names to lower AI aggression. No official link. | | Kitten + Smoke | Possibly a slang for “Cat’s Awakening” — a mod that reskins officers as cat warriors. | Not real, but amusing. |
To effectively "Power Up" your clan using this link, follow these three core steps: 1. Officer Placement (The Foundation)