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The "Dragon" of Tosa searching for his purpose
Tosa Goshi
Sakamoto Ryoma
Voiced by Takaya Kuroda
Ryoma was born as a "goshi", the lowest class in Tosa.
While Takechi Hanpeita and other youngsters in the same situation as him are working hard to change their circumstances, Ryoma struggles to find a purpose in life.
However, his skill with the sword is peerless in Tosa, and he is even allowed to train in Edo.
Along with Takechi Hanpeita and Yoshida Toyo, who sees promise on Ryoma, he makes preparations to reform the domain. However, an incident occurs on the eve of the revolution that drastically changes Ryoma's life. -
Leader of the revolutionaries and Ryoma's sworn brother
Founder of the Tosa Loyalist Party
Takechi Hanpeita
Voiced by Hideo Nakano
Takechi is Ryoma's sworn brother who has looked after him since they were children.
Yoshida Toyo saw promise in Ryoma and Takechi, and he supported them as they grew up.
He stands equal to Ryoma who is considered the strongest in Tosa.
Many members of the Tosa Loyalist Party joined because they admire Takechi.
When Ryoma returns from Edo, Takechi invites him to the Tosa Loyalist Party and entrusts him with the position of "Party Representative", second-in-command of the party.
However, the two go their separate ways after the death of their foster father, Yoshida Toyo. -
Ryoma's foster parent and the most important person in Tosa
Tosa Clan Magistrate
Yoshida Toyo
Voiced by Unsho Ishizuka
Known as the right hand of Yodo Yamauchi, the lord of Tosa, Toyo is a central figure in the domain.
Regarded to be an extremely strict ruler, he is feared by many.
However, in reality he is a very compassionate man with a strong sense of justice, and he despises the unjust ruling system more than anyone else. For many years, Toyo has secretly provided support to lower-class children who've lost their parents and face discrimination. All of this was done to gather the human resources needed to invoke change in the domain.
Among these people were Sakamoto Ryoma and Takechi Hanpeita, his sworn brother.
On the eve of the revolution, however, Toyo is cut down.
His death has a drastic impact on the lives of his foster sons, Ryoma and Takechi. -
A master swordsman devoted to Takechi
Tosa Loyalist Party
Okada Izo
Voiced by Kazuhiro Nakaya
A quiet but dangerous man who hides his bloodlust under the surface.
He joined the Tosa Loyalist Party because he admires Takechi, but his feelings for him border on obsession.
Okada Izo is the first formidable enemy that Ryoma encounters, and the two of them meet many times throughout Ryoma's journey. -
Another man chasing after the truth
Tosa Samurai
Nakaoka Shintaro
Voiced by Kazuhiro Yamaji
Nakaoka is a man with an air of languidness about him.
However, he is incredibly sharp and has a discerning eye.
Nakaoka was Toyo's attendant, and the latter's death turned his life upside down.
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The absent Chief shrouded in mystery
Shinsengumi Chief
Kondo Isami
Voiced by Akio Otsuka
Kondo is the Chief of the Shinsengumi. He possesses the uncanny ability to unite a group of outlaws into a cohesive organization.
However, he rarely appears at the Shinsengumi Barracks, and even some of the captains have never seen his face. -
The cruel and merciless "Deputy Chief from hell"
Shinsengumi Deputy Chief
Hijikata Toshizo
Voiced by Shido Nakamura
As the second-highest-ranking member of the Shinsengumi, Hijikata manages the affairs of the group in place of the ever-absent Kondo.
He created laws for the organization and mercilessly disposes of members who violate them. Even Shinsengumi Captains aren't shown any leniency.
In addition to his ruthlessness, he rarely shows any emotion, and members of the organization secretly refer to him as the "Deputy Chief from hell". -
The brains of the Shinsengumi
Shinsengumi Advisor
Ito Kashitaro
Voiced by Hitoshi Ozawa
Ito is the third-highest-ranking member of the Shinsengumi.
It could be said that he is the brains of the organization, being in charge of devising strategies and commanding troops.
Despite his polite demeanor and way of speaking, Ito is constantly looking for ways to get an upper hand on other people, and he is scheming to take Kondo's place as Chief of the Shinsengumi. -
The Shinsengumi's strongest swordsman, who is soaked with the blood of his enemies
Shinsengumi Captain of the First Division
Okita Soji
Voiced by Hidenari Ugaki
Okita is the most feared swordsman within the Shinsengumi, which is considered the strongest organization of the Bakumatsu Period.
His pale-blue haori is stained with blood, and a sinister aura emanates from him.
Because of his overwhelming strength, he is the only Shinsengumi member who can ignore the group's strict rules, and even Hijikata can't control him. -
A dignified Shinsengumi authority
Shinsengumi Captain of the Second Division
Nagakura Shinpachi
Voiced by Rikiya Koyama
As a swordsman, Nagakura is on par with Hijikata. He is one of the oldest members of the Shinsengumi.
In an organization full of individuals working for their self-interests, Nagakura stands out as a virtuous and loyal man who strives to realize Kondo's ideals. -
The Mibu Wolf who is shrouded in mystery
Shinsengumi Captain of the Third Division
Saito Hajime
Voiced by Takaya Kuroda
Hajime is a mysterious ronin whose origins and real name are unknown.
Due to his reclusive lifestyle devoted to gambling and drinking, he regularly receives snide remarks from workers at the Teradaya inn.
However, his true identity is Sakamoto Ryoma, who has abandoned his name and infiltrated Kyo to pursue the man who killed Yoshida Toyo.
After a yearlong investigation, Ryoma concludes that the perpetrator is connected to the Shinsengumi, and he steps into the wolves' den to get closer to the truth. -
The strict and honest rookie officer
Shinsengumi Captain of the Fourth Division
Matsubara Chuji
Voiced by Hiroki Touchi
A man who was recently promoted to Captain in the Shinsengumi.
Matsubara has an extremely serious personality, and he is more enthusiastic than anyone else in subjugating Loyalist Shishi and outlaw ronin.
Because of this, he resents the poor work ethic of the other Captains, and this dissatisfaction may erupt in an unpredictable manner. -
The mysterious tactician
Shinsengumi Captain of the Fifth Division
Takeda Kanryusai
Voiced by Riki Takeuchi
A commander who has mastered Koshu-style military tactics and excels at leading his subordinates in group battles.
He rarely puts himself at the forefront of battle, but his swordsmanship is excellent.
The members of the Fifth Division are often "training" alone with Takeda, but not a single one of them will talk about what goes on during these sessions. -
A former master swordsman who has withered with age
Shinsengumi Captain of the Sixth Division
Inoue Genzaburo
Voiced by Shunsuke Sakuya
The oldest Captain among the Shinsengumi.
Inoue was an elite swordsman in the past, but he has been unable to suppress the deterioration that accompanies old age. He's now mocked as the "useless Sixth Division Captain".
Inoue is Shinsengumi Chief Kondo's closest friend. -
The reckless, battle-crazy Captain
Shinsengumi Captain of the Seventh Division
Tani Sanjuro
Voiced by Masanori Takeda
Like Ninth Division Captain Suzuki, Tani is a man who lusts after money, and he abuses his position as Captain to create profits for himself.
He has a reckless personality and constantly throws himself into the eye of the storm during battles, but his swordsmanship is proven as he always manages to survive. -
The young, naive, and cruel swordsman
Shinsengumi Captain of the Eighth Division
Todo Heisuke
Voiced by Nobuhiko Okamoto
Todo is the youngest Captain within the Shinsengumi, and this is reflected in his boyish countenance.
With a lively and talkative personality, he is a unique presence in an otherwise brutal organization.
It might seem like he doesn't belong with a group of killers at first glance, but his skill with the sword is terrifying. He is feared on the battlefield because of the way he maintains a cheerful expression while cutting down hordes of enemies. -
A dangerous man who loves killing and money
Shinsengumi Captain of the Ninth Division
Suzuki Mikisaburo
Voiced by Ayumi Tanida
Suzuki is a belligerent man who lusts after money.
For him, the Shinsengumi is just a convenient place to do the two things he loves most: killing people and making profits.
He is extremely paranoid and obsessed with his safety, and he's said to be carrying a "trump card" in his pocket at all times. -
The arrogant spear of the Shinsengumi
Shinsengumi Captain of the Tenth Division
Harada Sanosuke
Voiced by Hiroki Yasumoto
Harada is the only officer in the Shinsengumi who wields a spear.
The organization was originally just a collection of outlaws, bound by the laws and leadership of the highest-ranking members like Hijikata. Among them, the Tenth Division led by Harada is particularly violent, and the people of Kyo fear them the most. -
The Shinsengumi's "darkness" who operates in the shadows
Shinsengumi Inspector
Yamazaki Susumu
Voiced by Yuichi Nakamura
The inspectors of the Shinsengumi specialize in gathering information.
Among them is Yamazaki, a master of disguise. He uses his skills to infiltrate the ranks of enemies, such as the Loyalist Shishi, and obtain intel.
He's also well-versed in torture methods, and it's said that no man on Earth can withstand his heinous techniques.
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The unique Commander of Satsuma
Satsuma Military Commander
Saigo Kichinosuke
Voiced by Masami Iwasaki
Saigo is a large man with a honed, muscular physique and golden hair.
His striking appearance leaves an impression on everyone he meets.
While he has a warlike and dynamic personality, he also has the aptitude to debate with Bakufu officials and leaders of other domains.
Not a single soul knows what Saigo and the Satsuma domain are aiming to do. -
A mysterious informant lurking in the streets of Kyo
Choshu Samurai
Niibori Matsusuke
Voiced by Koichi Yamadera
Niibori is an aloof and elusive man.
His name is a pseudonym, and only a few people know his true identity.
It seems that he has a shop somewhere in Kyo that serves as his base of operations, but nobody is certain. -
Teradaya's poster girl
Oryo
Voiced by Manami Sugihira
Oryo is a worker at Teradaya, Ryoma's regular lodging and one of Kyo's prominent inns.
A beautiful and elegant woman, she has become a main draw for the establishment, bringing in many of the regulars.
Nobody in Kyo knows that Ryoma has infiltrated the city in pursuit of his foster father's murderer. To Oryo, he's just another troublesome guest who's always behind on rent.
After Ryoma joins the Shinsengumi, she begins to show her true self to him. With her hatred for those who take the lives of others, how will she respond to his choice? -
A man who holds all of the information about Kyo in the palm of his hand
Mysterious Informant
Voiced by Yoshiaki Fujiwara
During the turbulent end of the Tokugawa Bakufu in Kyo, the importance of informants is immeasurable. Among them, this man is regarded as a "legendary informant".
He rarely shows his face, to the point where people have doubts about his existence.
However, his power is tremendous, and he could obtain the financial records of the Bakufu on a whim if he felt like it. -
The capable proprietress of Teradaya
Otose
Voiced by Romi Park
Otose is the owner of Teradaya, a prominent inn in Kyo where Ryoma currently resides.
Her brisk and lively management has a different kind of charm than that exuding from the youthful Oryo.
She runs the establishment entirely by herself and is famous for her shrewdness. Rumors say that she has accumulated significant profits. -
A mysterious beauty who appears in front of Ryoma
Ikumatsu
Voiced by Aya Hirano
Ikumatsu is a mysterious woman who meets Ryoma during a crucial turning point in his life.
Her sophisticated demeanor alludes to a highly educated upbringing, but her true identity remains uncertain.
Why did she appear before Ryoma, and what lies ahead?
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The last Shogun, who faces the greatest challenge
15th Shogun of the Edo Bakufu
Tokugawa Yoshinobu
Voiced by Satoshi Tokushige
During the most difficult period in the 300-year history of the Tokugawa Bakufu, Yoshinobu takes the helm.
Although he is young, he is the only one among those in succession who possesses the wisdom and courage to do "what needs to be done" for the country.
Ryoma, who left Tosa and lives in hiding, and Yoshinobu, who stands at the top of the country... These two men come from backgrounds that couldn't be more different from each other.
What will happen when their paths cross? -
The leader of an up-and-coming power
Mimawarigumi
Sasaki Tadasaburo
Voiced by Rintaro Nishi
The Mimawarigumi is an armed group in Kyo that acts as a counterpart to the Shinsengumi. In contrast to the Shinsengumi, who welcomes the strong regardless of their upbringing, the Mimawarigumi is a prestigious organization that only consists of samurai directly from the Shogun's family.
These two groups carry out the same mission of maintaining order in Kyo.
On the surface, they appear to have a cooperative relationship, but in reality, they are engaging in a fierce conflict for supremacy.
Sasaki leads the Mimawarigumi and appears in front of the Shinsengumi at every turn, standing in their way. -
An ambitious man lurking within the Bakufu
Bakufu Navy Admiral
Katsu Rintaro
Voiced by Kosuke Toriumi
Katsu oversees the Bakufu's Navy, which becomes the cornerstone of national defense as the threat of overseas powers draws near.
On the surface, he is an influential figure who supports the Bakufu. However, he has been conducting some unsettling actions recently, such as personally introducing Satsuma Military Commander Saigo Kichinosuke to "Sakamato Ryoma", a mysterious arms dealer who has connections with Britain.
