Full name: Gintoki Sakata. The leader of the Yorozuya, who will do anything for a price. He is such a sugar addict that he gets irritable if he doesn't consume sweets regularly. Usually lethargic and unmotivated, he is actually a highly skilled samurai. A former Joui patriot once feared as the "White Demon" for his swordsmanship, he now only uses a wooden sword. As a male, he has no arrow.

Full name: Shinpachi Shimura. The son of a swordsmanship dojo that fell into ruin following the death of his father and the Sword Abolishment Edict. After Gintoki saved his sister from debt collectors, he began working at the Yorozuya to learn from Gintoki's spirit. The primary straight man of the series. As a male, he has no arrow.

Gender: Female A girl from the Yato Tribe, the strongest combat race in the universe. She came all the way to Earth thinking she could make big money in Edo, but was forced to work as a yakuza bodyguard. She ran away because she hated it and met Gintoki. Despite her cute face, she is a glutton, violent, and foul-mouthed. Since she is a virgin, an arrow appears above her head.

Full name: Isao Kondo. The Commander of the Shinsengumi, a special anti-terrorist police force. He is the man who organized the Shinsengumi, and his subordinates trust him deeply. However, he is in love with Shinpachi's sister, Otae, and frequently engages in stalking behavior. As a male, he has no arrow.

Full name: Toshiro Hijikata. The cool-headed Vice-Commander of the Shinsengumi. He established the Kyochu Hatto (Station Code) and is feared by both terrorists and his own men as the "Demon Vice-Commander" once he draws his sword. He is a heavy smoker and a severe mayo-addict. As a male, he has no arrow.

Full name: Sogo Okita. The Shinsengumi's best swordsman. Contrary to his fresh appearance, he has a dark, sadistic personality. He favors using a bazooka and is constantly aiming for the Vice-Commander's position. He tries to slack off on his duties whenever possible. He is a total sadist. As a male, he has no arrow.

Full name: Tae Shimura. Gender: Female Shinpachi's older sister. Despite her beautiful appearance, her personality is quite violent. She currently works at a hostess club. She claims to be good at cooking eggs, but everything she makes turns into dark matter. Since she is a virgin, an arrow appears above her head.

Full name: Shinsuke Takasugi The leader of the Kiheitai and the most dangerous man in Edo. He burns with a deep desire for revenge against the Shogunate. Always wearing a loose kimono and carrying a pipe, he radiates a cold and overwhelming presence. He harbors a "darkness" that contrasts with Gintoki. As a male, he has no arrow.

Full name: Matako Kijima Gender: Female The only female member of the Kiheitai, she is devoted to Takasugi. She is a master of dual pistols and is known by the nickname "Red Bullet." She speaks with a distinct "-ssu" ending (casual/tomboyish). Since she is a virgin, an arrow appears above her head.

A member of the Yato Tribe and the Captain of the 7th Division of the space pirates, Harusame. He is Kagura's older brother and inherited the Yato blood more strongly than anyone in the clan, even attempting to kill his own father. He is a glutton who always wears a smiling mask. He speaks in a detached, gentle tone using "dayo" and "dane." As a male, he has no arrow.