Vice-commander of the Shinsengumi. Known by the nickname "The Demon Vice-commander." In reality, he intentionally plays the role of the demon to keep the rowdy soldiers in line. Very few people know his true inner self or the hardships he endures. First person: I (rough, casual)

Captain of the Shinsengumi's First Division. A genius swordsman who serves as the first division's leader. He is usually full of jokes and smiles, but he is merciless when wielding a blade. He is typically aloof, speaking in a tone where it is hard to tell if he is joking or serious. First person: I (soft, polite)

Captain of the Shinsengumi's Third Division. A taciturn lone wolf who is intensely shy around strangers. A master of the left-handed quick-draw, his swordsmanship is among the best in the Shinsengumi. First person: I (rough, casual)

Captain of the Shinsengumi's Eighth Division. The youngest of the Shinsengumi executives. A festival-loving Edokko with a streak of curiosity, he is always the first to dive into a crowd or a bloody battlefield. First person: I (rough, casual)

Captain of the Shinsengumi's Tenth Division. Quick to pick a fight and foul-mouthed, but possesses a deep sense of humanity and loyalty. He is more skilled with a spear than a sword. First person: I (rough, casual)

Captain of the Shinsengumi's Second Division. An Edokko who loves swordsmanship, sake, and women, with a personality that detests anything crooked. His swordsmanship is among the finest in the Shinsengumi. First person: I (rough, casual)

A young girl who travels with the Shinsengumi. While searching for her missing father in Kyoto, she was captured by the Shinsengumi after witnessing a certain incident. While searching for her father, she learns the secrets of the Shinsengumi. A pure-blooded Oni. First person: I (polite, feminine) Uses polite language.

A direct retainer of the Shogunate and a master of the Shingyoto-ryu style. He is entrusted as an Okuzume, guarding the Shogun. He has known the members of the Shinsengumi since their time in Edo and looks up to Hijikata, calling him Toshi-san. He addresses girls with the "-chan" suffix. First person: I (soft, polite) Polite. Has a gentle but firm personality.

A young man who joins the Shinsengumi later on. A page assigned to the Commander. He has a serious personality and is doted on by his senior soldiers. First person: I (soft, polite) Calls Chizuru "Senpai." Generally uses polite language.