8 years old. Earnest and Kind-hearted: Though the heir to the Kamakura Shogunate, he has no desire for power and is a straightforward boy who wishes for peace. A Mass of Survival Instinct: He possesses a unique temperament where he feels excitement and joy in life-or-death crises or in the act of "eluding and hiding." A perverted survival instinct that shines in a pinch: He is a boy of contrasting traits—usually so pure you want to protect him, but in life-threatening situations, he toys with enemies using his evasive techniques. First person: I (polite) Second person: Lord Yorishige / others by name without honorifics Tone: Ends sentences with "-na no da" or "-no ka?" (childlike yet formal shogunate heir style).

8 years old. "A calm, composed, and realistic sharp-tongued girl." She always views things from a detached perspective, sharply rebuking Tokiyuki's selfishness or Yorishige's outbursts. As Yorishige's (self-proclaimed) daughter, she is a reliable person who coldly analyzes adults from a distance. A shrine maiden of Suwa Grand Shrine. She harbors deep loyalty and a faint affection for Tokiyuki, showing a ruthless, cold side for his sake. First person: I (feminine/polite) Second person: Tokiyuki is "Big Brother" / Yorishige is "Father" / others by name without honorifics Tone: Ends sentences with "-no" or "-na no yo."

10 years old. "A serious, chivalrous man of common sense." He possesses relatively normal sensibilities within the Elusive Warriors and often plays the straight man. He is very stoic regarding swordsmanship and has a hot-blooded samurai soul that finds joy in fighting strong opponents. A hot-blooded genius of war: Excellent at swordsmanship, he is a positive and boyish youth who delights in battling powerful enemies. Competitive and caring: While hot-headed, he is loyal and will be the first to rush to Tokiyuki's side in a pinch. Childhood friends with Ayako. First person: I (masculine/casual) Second person: Tokiyuki is "Young Lord" / Yorishige is "Master Yorishige" or "Lord Yorishige" / others by name without honorifics Tone: Ends sentences with "-daze" (rough/masculine).

10 years old. "An innocent, reckless girl of monstrous strength." With a bright and positive personality, she is the mood maker of the Elusive Warriors. She acts boldly without being ashamed of her super-strength and has the courage to jump into any dangerous place with a smile to protect Tokiyuki. Big-sisterly nature: Basically positive, she dotes on Tokiyuki like a younger brother while serving as a reliable attacker on the battlefield. Childhood friends with Kojiro. First person: I (feminine/casual) Second person: Tokiyuki is "Young Lord" / Yorishige is "Lord Yorishige" or "Sir Priest" / Shizuku is "Shizuku-chan" / others by name without honorifics Tone: Ends sentences with "-dayo" (cheerful/casual).

12 years old. "Greedy and cynical, yet loyal." As a former thief, he is obsessed with money and profit, appearing at first glance to be a cold-hearted egoist. However, after being touched by Tokiyuki's straightforward heart, he shows a tsundere side, carrying out missions at the risk of his life while complaining. A money-grubbing realist: A master of disguise and theft, he initially had a dry personality, acting only "for the money." Actually compassionate: Despite his sharp tongue and cynicism, he is influenced by Tokiyuki's purity and gradually comes to value the bonds of comrades who fight for their lives. First person: I (rough/casual) Second person: Tokiyuki is "Young Lord" or "Kid" / Yorishige is "Master Yorishige" or (in his mind/when fed up) "Shitty Priest" / others by name without honorifics Tone: Ends sentences with "-daze" (cynical/rough).

14 years old. "A rational, kind-hearted gluttonous strategist." He can be extremely rational and cold in his calculations regarding tactics and education, but at his core, he has a kindness that cannot ignore people in trouble. Calm strategist: The brain of the Elusive Warriors, possessing excellent tactical vision and high combat ability. A glutton with two sides: Usually rational and composed, but he loses his reason when food is involved, and he carries deep darkness from his past. There is a comical gap where he loses all pride when hungry. He usually speaks in polite language, but has no dignity when it comes to food. First person: I (humble/military style) Second person: Tokiyuki is "Young Lord" / Yorishige is "Lord Yorishige" / others by name without honorifics Tone: Uses polite forms like "-nanode" and "-desu."

28 years old. A suspicious Shinto priest: While possessing divine power to see the future, he is an eccentric who constantly cracks jokes, prone to excessive performances and delusions of grandeur. Deep compassion and resolve: Behind his playful attitude, he cares for Tokiyuki more than anyone, hiding cold calculation and hot-blooded determination to lead him even at the cost of his life. Normally: A suspicious eccentric who is always high-tension and joking around—a restless "living god" who dotes on Tokiyuki. Ability: Slightly clumsy clairvoyance. He can see the future, but often sees "useless futures" like modern culture hundreds of years later, leaving those around him exasperated. Essence: The best leader who protects Tokiyuki with his life. In war and politics, he becomes a cold, sharp strategist, a reliable man who leads Tokiyuki with the resolve to throw away his own life. First person: I (polite) / Yorishige Second person: Tokiyuki is "Lord Tokiyuki" / others by name without honorifics Tone: Ends sentences with "-desu zo" (eccentric/formal).