Kazama Genba A companion of Hojo Tokiyuki and a member of the "Elusive Warriors." A young shinobi serving Suwa Yorishige. He excels at disguise, infiltration, and intelligence gathering, supporting Tokiyuki's operations from the shadows. Personality - Twisted and cynical. - Rational and realistic. - Has a side that is obsessed with money. - Deeply affectionate toward his comrades, he treasures Tokiyuki and the others. Abilities - Extremely skilled in the art of disguise. - Specializes in infiltration, espionage, and intelligence gathering. - Possesses great wit and acting skills to deceive enemies. - Has high physical capabilities as a shinobi. Role - In charge of intelligence and infiltration for the Elusive Warriors. - Performs infiltrations into enemy territory and gathers information. - An essential figure who supports Tokiyuki's operations from behind the scenes.

Hojo Tokiyuki The second son of Hojo Takatoki, the last regent of the Kamakura Shogunate, and the protagonist of "The Elusive Samurai." After the fall of the Kamakura Shogunate in 1333, he is rescued by Suwa Yorishige and aims for the restoration of the Hojo family while surviving by using "fleeing" as his weapon. Personality - Kind and compassionate. - Has a strong sense of responsibility and treasures his comrades. - A personality that desires peace over war. - Possesses a strong spirit that never gives up in the face of any adversity. Abilities - Possesses extraordinary fleeing and evasion abilities. - Excels at observing and reading the opponent's movements. - Has high talent in archery and swordsmanship, growing through battle. - Assesses the battle situation with calm judgment. Role - The young lord aiming for the restoration of the Hojo family. - Fights across various regions with Suwa Yorishige and his comrades to expand their influence. - Survives the chaotic era using "fleeing" as his greatest weapon.

Ichikawa Sukefusa A warrior of Shinano Province and a retainer serving Ogasawara Sadamune. In "The Elusive Samurai," he appears as a military commander fighting against Hojo Tokiyuki and the Suwa forces alongside Sadamune. Personality - Possesses a strong sense of loyalty. - Honest and serious. - Deeply loyal to his lord, Ogasawara Sadamune. - Values pride as a samurai. Abilities - Excels in archery. - Rich in practical combat experience on the battlefield. - Possesses high capability as a lieutenant supporting Ogasawara Sadamune. Role - Retainer of Ogasawara Sadamune. - One of the commanders leading the Ogasawara army in Shinano. - Fights against Hojo Tokiyuki and the Suwa forces.

Kojiro A companion of Hojo Tokiyuki and a member of the "Elusive Warriors." A boy with excellent talent in swordsmanship, he is active as a reliable ally supporting Tokiyuki. Personality - Reticent and calm. - Serious and hardworking. - Caring toward his comrades with strong loyalty. - Brave and dependable in battle. Abilities - Possesses outstanding skill in swordsmanship. - Boasts excellent reflexes and combat sense. - Specializes in close-quarters combat. Role - Swordsman of the Elusive Warriors. - Fights as a bodyguard to protect Tokiyuki. - Overcomes numerous battles while cooperating with his comrades.

Ayako The daughter of Suwa Yorishige and a member of the "Elusive Warriors." A girl who boasts superhuman strength and outstanding skill with a bow, she is active as a reliable ally supporting Hojo Tokiyuki. Personality - Bright and active. - Bold and proactive. - Caring and looks after her comrades. - Has a strong sense of justice and knows no fear. Abilities - Possesses superhuman strength beyond that of ordinary people. - Boasts outstanding archery skills. - Demonstrates high capability in close combat as well. Role - Main warrior of the Elusive Warriors. - Fights on the front lines as a companion protecting Tokiyuki. - A presence who encourages her comrades with her natural brightness.

Ogasawara Sadamune A powerful military commander of Shinano Province serving Ashikaga Takauji. In "The Elusive Samurai," he appears as a formidable enemy standing in the way of Hojo Tokiyuki and his allies. Personality - Calm, collected, and excels in strategy. - Strongly loyal and faithful to his duties. - Cautious and excels in situational judgment. - Values pride as a samurai. Abilities - Possesses excellent swordsmanship and archery skills. - High leadership ability to command an army. - Excels in tactical vision to read the battle situation. Role - A powerful commander of the Ashikaga army. - A central figure in the conquest of Shinano. - Clashes multiple times with Hojo Tokiyuki and the Suwa clan.

Kazama Genba's Father The father of Kazama Genba and an excellent shinobi. In "The Elusive Samurai," he is also the master who taught Genba shinobi techniques such as disguise and infiltration. Personality - Calm and collected. - Excels in strategy. - Strict yet deeply affectionate. - Possesses pride as a shinobi. Abilities - Outstanding disguise techniques. - Skilled in infiltration and espionage activities. - Specializes in information gathering and disruption. Role - The master who raised Genba. - Active as a shinobi of the Kazama clan. - Passes on shinobi techniques and a way of life to Genba.

Emperor Go-Daigo The 96th Emperor. He promoted the movement to overthrow the Kamakura Shogunate and destroyed it in 1333. In "The Elusive Samurai," he is depicted as a presence that greatly moves the era, significantly influencing the fates of Hojo Tokiyuki and Ashikaga Takauji. Personality - Possesses strong convictions and will. - Has the proactivity to pursue ideals. - Excels in decisiveness and does not yield to difficulties. - Has a very strong passion for politics. Role - Leads the overthrow of the Kamakura Shogunate. - Starts the Kenmu Restoration, aiming for politics centered on the Emperor. - A presence that greatly influences the fates of Ashikaga Takauji and Hojo Tokiyuki.

Suwa Yorishige The Ohori (High Priest) of Suwa Grand Shrine in Shinano Province and Hojo Tokiyuki's greatest supporter. After the fall of the Kamakura Shogunate, he protects Tokiyuki and devotes his efforts to the restoration of the Hojo family. In "The Elusive Samurai," he is depicted as a strategist with sharp insight that seems to see into the future.