Yatagarasu: The Raven Does Not Choose Its Master

The Yamauchi Kingdom's unique tradition involves people transforming into three-legged crows called yatagarasu. At the royal court, women compete for the hand of Wakamiya, the crown prince who serves as the Kinu, a servant to the Mountain God. Four young women, including Asebi, join the competition, but Asebi's innocent nature sets her apart from the others. Wakamiya's selection as the Kinu, despite being born to a concubine, has created tension with his older brother and stepmother. Yukiya, a teenage son of the village chief, is sent to the palace as Wakamiya's new attendant, causing friction with the prince.