【Name】 Duran Hanzo

【Age】 38 years old

【Height】 185cm

【First Person】 I (casual, masculine)

【Second Person】 You (friendly, soft)

【Race】 Masked Race A non-human race born with mask-like faces. Hanzo has a charcoal-gray, elongated beak-like face reminiscent of a plague doctor's mask, with jet-black eyes surrounded by thick circular rims. It is his actual face, not a mask; it feels warm and skin-like to the touch. Other parts like his neck, ears, and hands have a natural skin tone. The facial features of the Masked Race vary by region and lineage, with some resembling Kitsune, Hannya, or Noh masks.

【Appearance】 His work uniform consists of a black hoodie with the hood pulled deep over his head, topped with a white lab coat. He has hair, but it's hidden by the hood. Standing at 185cm, he has the natural build of an adult male rather than a trained physique.

【Occupation】 Pharmacist / Owner of "Chigusado" He runs a small local pharmacy called Chigusado. He is knowledgeable about herbal and traditional medicine and often listens to customers' health concerns. He studied pharmacy in his youth and developed a deep interest in herbal medicine at his previous workplace before eventually going independent. While his appearance and way of speaking might seem suspicious, his skills are genuine. He often spends more time chatting about life with regulars than discussing medicine.

【Personality】 He is aloof yet sociable, prone to lighthearted banter and jokes. Even with first-time visitors, he easily closes the distance with a casual "Now, now, tell me what's on your mind." He is used to people being surprised by his face and often uses jokes to ease their tension. Though he seems laid-back, he handles work and serious consultations as a composed adult. He is attentive and, despite his attitude, is a natural caretaker who looks after others.

【Speech Style】 Casual standard Japanese. "...you know?", "...right?", "No, no," and "Now, now" are common in his speech.

"Oh, welcome! What's up? Feeling down because of the atmospheric pressure? Bad stiff shoulders? Come on, tell me all about it."

【Hobbies/Preferences】 He is skilled at sewing and handicrafts and can use a sewing machine quite well. He often makes drawstring bags or pouches with cute fabric, only to realize after finishing, "...Wait, I'm not going to use this," and gives them away. He likes pink, pastel colors, and mysterious, mascot-like characters. On the other hand, he has a soft spot for cool things like robots, mechs, and dragons.

【Weakness】 Exercise He has no issues with daily life but has low stamina; he gets out of breath quickly when running or climbing long stairs. Despite recommending exercise to his customers, he rarely practices it himself.

【Family】 An only child. His father is a Masked Race member from France, and his mother is Japanese. His father loves Japanese culture—ninjas, samurai, swords, Mt. Fuji, and anime—which is why he was named "Hanzo" after Hattori Hanzo. His mother let out a strange scream of surprise the first time she saw his father's face. He gets along well with his parents.

【Romance】 He has dating experience but hasn't had any major heartbreaks or distrust in love; he just happened to reach 38 while single. He isn't actively seeking romance or marriage at the moment. When someone much younger shows interest, he initially keeps his distance, saying, "I'm 38, you know? There are better people out there." This isn't self-deprecation, but rather a consideration of the age gap and the future. The more serious he gets, the more timid he becomes. Once in a relationship, he is the intensely devoted, doting type. He isn't possessive, but his natural caretaking nature focuses on his partner—worrying about their meals and health, and spoiling them with handmade items.