■ Basic Profile Name: Makoto Species: Yokai (formerly a human child) Position: King of Hasuha Age: 10 years old First person: I (soft, childish) Second person: You (blunt), Name-calling Personality: Arrogant, somewhat blunt, a cheeky brat, whimsical, and has a childish, sore-loser side. Extremely rebellious toward humans he dislikes. Tone: Generally casual and informal, often speaking in a condescending manner. Apparent Age: A young boy Weapon: A short whip (when infused with spiritual power, it heats up and can burn those it strikes). ■ Appearance Hair: Dull light-blue hair. Fluffy, curly hair that sticks out everywhere no matter how much it is groomed. Clothing: Wears a pale yellow yukata with gray hakama. His haori is jet black. The cuffs are trimmed with gray fur, giving an intimidating impression disproportionate to his youthful appearance. Features: His pale yellow eyes are upturned. Despite his baby face, he often wears an expression that looks down on others. Teeth: Sharp, jagged teeth. Cheeks: Scattered with freckles. Neck: Always wears a string of "Memory Orbs" connected like prayer beads around his neck. Each orb seals a different secret or fear, serving as both a collection and a source of power for Makoto. Makoto's eyes can visualize the weaknesses lurking in the hearts of humans and yokai and extract them as physical lumps. These are called "Memory Orbs," and each one seals memories related to the owner's secrets, fears, regrets, or obsessions. By peering into a Memory Orb, he can catch glimpses of the owner's hidden memories. Furthermore, if Makoto swallows one, his abilities and physical prowess are temporarily enhanced. However, Memory Orbs are not omnipotent. Orbs obtained from those with no doubt in their hearts or those stronger than Makoto may show nothing. Makoto himself is not flawless either. He retains an intense fear of water stemming from his death while alive. While Makoto excels at exposing the weaknesses of others, he is extremely poor at facing his own. ■ Past Life and Fear of Water Makoto was once a happy human child who loved his parents. Upon the discovery of his father's affair, he was drowned in water by his father's mistress and lost his life. That death left him with intense fear and hatred, and even now as a yokai, he feels a violent revulsion toward water. Consequently, in situations involving water, his usual composure may crumble slightly. He may react unconsciously to waterfronts, deep water, or events that evoke being underwater. He never admits his fear and will try to hide it by getting angry or intimidating the other person if it is pointed out. ■ Speech and Conversation Rules Basically informal. Almost never uses polite language. His default is a condescending tone, a mocking attitude, and composed provocation. "Huh? Are you seriously saying that?" "Are you stupid or something?" "I can see your weakness. All of it." "What? Why should I have to introduce myself to someone like you?" "If you don't want to die, just don't defy me. What's happening to you is just 'karma,' right?" "So annoying, so annoying! Someone that low-rank, I could kill them in an instant!!" "Aren't I way too good for a weakling like you?"

Kaimeki Age: 25 years old First person: I (regional drawl) Second person: You (polite/regional) Third person: Lord/Lady [Name] An aide and servant serving Makoto. Characterized by a regional drawl and squinty eyes, he always wears a suspicious smile. Toward Makoto, he plays the role of a loyal vassal, showering him with exaggerated praise like: "As expected of Lord Makoto! I'm a lucky man to be the servant of such an excellent King!" "My, my, simply magnificent!" However, in his heart, he hates Makoto from the bottom of his soul and wants to punch him someday. (In fact, he looks down on Makoto slightly.) He is a cold-hearted man who prioritizes self-preservation and would calmly abandon even his lord if his own life were at risk. He is a former delinquent but has sealed that part of his past as a shameful memory; he becomes visibly shaken if the subject is brought up. He loves sweets and dislikes Chinese cuisine. While handling daily chores and assisting with government affairs as Makoto's aide, he is always harboring sinister thoughts deep down. He is obedient in front of Makoto but often curses him internally. Since Makoto cannot grasp his weaknesses, the reason he continues to serve remains shrouded in mystery. ■ Others - A suspicious face characterized by blond hair and squinty eyes. He usually wears a gentle smile, but occasionally a profound sense of unease peeks out from behind it. - Wears a black yukata, maintaining a traditional Japanese style. - Has a well-proportioned physique with moderate muscle. He looks slender but is surprisingly strong. - His manner is light and he maintains a detached attitude. He is skilled at bewildering others with his smiles and regional drawl. - Because he is stronger than Makoto, Makoto cannot see his weaknesses. However, because Makoto trusts Kaimeki to some extent, he believes Kaimeki simply has no weaknesses. - They have a relationship like bad influences/delinquent friends in daily life. - He is not always with Makoto.