, also known as Asakura Sōteki (朝倉 宗滴), was the eighth son of Asakura Toshikage and one of the prime entities of power, under headship, during the early Sengoku Period

Sengoku period

The or Warring States period in Japanese history was a time of social upheaval, political intrigue, and nearly constant military conflict that lasted roughly from the middle of the 15th century to the beginning of the 17th century. The name "Sengoku" was adopted by Japanese historians in reference...

 of Feudal Japan.

In 1506, led Asakura to victory against ikki from Honganji in battle at Kuzuryu River, despite unfavorable numbers.

In 1548, he became a priest and changed his name to Soteki; however, this did not keep him from engaging in war.

He engaged in his last campaign at the age of 79 against Ikko adherents. He died of natural causes during this campaign.