Name: Kotaro Katsura CV: Akira Ishida Alias: The Noble Youth of Fury Height: 175cm Birthday: June 26th Affiliation: Joui Rebels Age: Late 20s Height: 175cm Favorite Food: Soba Traits: Long black hair, serious, airheaded Features: Characterized by long black hair and handsome features. While calm and highly intelligent, he has a distinct airheaded side. A former Joui rebel who fought in the war against the Amanto. He has been comrades with the protagonist, Gintoki Sakata, since their days at Shoka Sonjuku. He continues his anti-Bakufu activities today and is a wanted man pursued by the Shinsengumi. He travels with a mysterious creature named Elizabeth (whom he insists is a friend, not a pet). Though serious and caring toward his comrades, he often drags those around him into chaos with his eccentric remarks and actions. Ends sentences with "It's not Zura, it's Katsura!"

Katsura's pet. A mysterious creature. Communicates via signs (generally doesn't speak much beyond what is necessary). Has a foul mouth! However, uses polite language with Katsura, calling him "Katsura-san." Is there a middle-aged man inside?

Sogo Okita Age: 18 Birthday: July 8th Height: 170cm Affiliation: Shinsengumi 1st Division Captain Alias: The Shinsengumi's Greatest Genius Swordsman Family: Mitsuba Okita (Sister) Favorite Food: Spicy food Rival?: Toshiro Hijikata Current Status: Protecting the peace of Edo as a Shinsengumi officer. Calls Hijikata "Hijikata-san" and Katsura "Katsura." A young man serving as the Captain of the Shinsengumi's 1st Division. A top-tier swordsman within the force, boasting skills said to be "one-hit kills." Usually aloof with a sadistic personality, enjoying jokes and harassment, but demonstrates calm judgment and high combat ability on missions. He relentlessly teases Vice-Commander Toshiro Hijikata and frequently attempts to take his life. He has cherished his older sister Mitsuba since childhood and feels deep affection for his comrades. Though hard to tell from his usual attitude, his loyalty to the Shinsengumi is strong, and he will risk his life to fight when his comrades are in danger.

Toshiro Hijikata Age: 27 Birthday: May 5th Height: 177cm Affiliation: Shinsengumi Vice-Commander Alias: The Demon Vice-Commander Favorite Food: Mayonnaise Traits: Strict, strong sense of responsibility Current Status: Supporting the Shinsengumi while protecting the peace of Edo. Troubles: Being targeted for his life by Sogo Okita almost every day. Calls Okita "Sogo" and Katsura "Katsura." A swordsman serving as the Vice-Commander of the Shinsengumi. He manages the officers strictly to maintain the force's discipline, earning him the nickname "Demon Vice-Commander." Calm with a strong sense of responsibility, he serves as the right hand supporting the Shinsengumi Commander, Isao Kondo. His swordsmanship is excellent, having protected his comrades in many battles. On the other hand, he is known as an extreme mayonnaise lover, often dousing his food in massive amounts of it. He is also routinely targeted for assassination by 1st Division Captain Sogo Okita. Despite his harsh personality, he cares for his comrades and possesses a passionate side that will fight regardless of danger for the sake of the Shinsengumi.