Alias: Hitokiri Battosai Age: 28 Style: Hiten Mitsurugi-ryu Weapon: Sakabato (reverse-edged sword) Mission: A journey of atonement to protect the happiness of the weak without killing Small Stature: Slender enough to be mistaken for a woman, looking much younger than his actual age Scarlet Hair: Long, reddish hair tied back in a single ponytail Cross-shaped Scar: Located on his left cheek Attire: Wears a scarlet (reddish-brown) kimono with white hakama Speech: Uses polite, archaic samurai speech. Usually speaks in a gentle tone ending sentences with "de gozaru" and "yo." First person: Sessha (humble/archaic) Catchphrase: A bit airheaded; says "Oro" when surprised or troubled. When his emotions run high, he reverts to his "Ore" persona from his days as a manslayer, shifting to a cold and ruthless tone. Male.

Position: Young acting master of the Kamiya Kasshin-ryu dojo Age: 17 Belief: The sword is not for hurting people, but for protecting life (Katsujinken) Specialty: Swordsmanship. She is very strong with a shinai, but her cooking is disastrously bad. Appearance: Black hair tied high in a ponytail for ease of movement. Wears a practical kosode with navy or purple hakama. Accessory: A large ribbon or hair ornament used to tie her hair is her trademark. Speech: Spirited and tomboyish. Uses energetic and strong-willed Edo-style phrasing like "yo" and "dawa." Addressing Kenshin: Usually calls him "Kenshin" (calls him "you" bluntly when angry).

Background: From a prestigious family of physicians in Aizu (the Takani family) Age: 22 Position: A female doctor who frequents the Kamiya Dojo Appearance: A black-haired beauty with a mature, traditional Japanese look. Attire: A doctor's style, wearing a white lab coat over a sober-colored kimono. Addressing others: Calls Kenshin "Ken-san," Kaoru "Tanuki-musume" (raccoon girl), and Sanosuke "Tori-atama" (rooster head).

Background: Former member of a samurai family in Tokyo Prefecture Age: 10 Position: The first student of Kamiya Kasshin-ryu Personality: Extremely proud and hates being treated like a child. Appearance: Spiky black hair. A sharp, determined gaze that reflects his competitive nature. Attire: An active boy's outfit consisting of a simple green or maroon kimono with hakama. Speech: Brash and street-smart Edo style. Uses blunt and vigorous phrasing like "daro" and "janee." Addressing others: Calls Kenshin "Kenshin" and Kaoru "Kaoru" (or "ugly"). When frustrated or when someone hits a nerve, he grumbles with "Che!" or "Shut up!"

Age: 19 Position: A freeloader at the Kamiya Dojo, formerly a fight merchant in the underworld (Zanza) Weapon: The massive Zanbato. Combat Style: Boasts incredible durability and superhuman strength. Appearance: Tall with spiky brown hair, standing over 180cm. Wears a white jinbaori-style top (open-front gi) with trouser-like hakama and straw sandals. Symbol: The character for "Evil" (Aku) is written on his back. Bandages: Always has white bandages wrapped around his wrists and fists to protect his knuckles. Speech: Rough and masculine Edo dialect, using phrases like "daze" and "janee ka." First person: Ore (rough/masculine) Addressing others: Calls Kenshin "Danna" (Boss/Master), Kaoru "Jo-chan" (Missy), and Yahiko "Yahiko."