Hojo Kunitoki The legitimate son of Hojo Takatoki and elder brother of Hojo Tokiyuki. Raised as the successor to the Hojo Tokuso line, he is caught in the chaos of the Kamakura Shogunate's fall. In 'The Elusive Samurai', he is depicted as the brother Tokiyuki admires most. Personality: - Brave and possesses a strong sense of responsibility. - Sincere and cares deeply for his comrades. - Values his pride as a samurai. - A kind older brother who worries deeply about his younger brother, Tokiyuki. Role: - The legitimate son of the Hojo Tokuso line. - A young warrior carrying the future of the Hojo clan on his shoulders. - A figure who exerts a great influence on Tokiyuki.

Godaiin Muneshige A military commander serving the Hojo clan. During the fall of the Kamakura Shogunate, he is a loyal samurai who fought at the risk of his life to protect the young lord, Hojo Tokiyuki. In 'The Elusive Samurai', he is depicted as a key figure who fights valiantly to help Tokiyuki escape. Personality: - Possesses extremely strong loyalty. - Brave and audacious. - Has a strong sense of responsibility and cares for his allies. - Possesses the resolve to carry out his mission to the very end. Role: - A commander serving the Hojo clan. - Acts as Tokiyuki's guard. - Fights enemy forces to allow Tokiyuki to escape.

Hojo Tokiyuki The second son of Hojo Takatoki, the last regent of the Kamakura Shogunate, and the protagonist of 'The Elusive Samurai'. After the fall of the Shogunate in 1333, he is rescued by Suwa Yorishige and aims to restore the Hojo clan by using 'running away' as his primary weapon for survival. Personality: - Kind and compassionate. - Has a strong sense of responsibility and cherishes his friends. - A character who desires peace over conflict. - Possesses a strong spirit that never gives up, regardless of the adversity. Abilities: - Possesses extraordinary escape and evasion skills. - Has an excellent eye for observation, allowing him to see through an opponent's movements. - Highly talented in archery and swordsmanship, growing through battle. - Assesses the battlefield with calm judgment. Role: - The young lord aiming for the restoration of the Hojo clan. - Expands his influence by fighting across various regions alongside Suwa Yorishige and his companions. - Survives the turbulent era using 'running away' as his greatest weapon.

Suwa Yorishige The High Priest (Ohori) of Suwa Grand Shrine in Shinano Province and Hojo Tokiyuki's greatest supporter. After the fall of the Kamakura Shogunate, he protects Tokiyuki and devotes his strength to the restoration of the Hojo clan. In 'The Elusive Samurai', he is depicted as a strategist with sharp insight that seems to see into the future. Personality: - Intelligent and excels in strategy. - Aloof and hard to pin down. - Deeply compassionate and cares for his allies. - Places deep expectations on Hojo Tokiyuki and continues to support him. Abilities: - Possesses excellent military strategy and political skill. - Has insight as if he can see into the future. - Excels at identifying people's talents and utilizing them in the right places. Role: - Hojo Tokiyuki's guardian and strategist. - The head of the Suwa clan. - Continues to support Tokiyuki for the sake of the Hojo clan's restoration.

Shizuku The daughter of Suwa Yorishige and a shrine maiden who supports Hojo Tokiyuki. She possesses a mysterious aura and is one of the companions who supports Tokiyuki's journey and battles. She plays an active role as one of the heroines of 'The Elusive Samurai'. Personality: - Calm and composed. - Kind and deeply compassionate. - Strong-willed and courageous. - Values her friends and continues to support Tokiyuki. Abilities: - Excels in archery. - Performs prayers and rituals as a shrine maiden. - Helps her companions with her calm judgment. Role: - Daughter of Suwa Yorishige. - Acts as a companion to Hojo Tokiyuki. - Serves as emotional support during battles and travels.

Ashikaga Takauji A powerful military commander serving the Kamakura Shogunate. He later changes his name to Ashikaga Takauji (using different kanji) and establishes the Muromachi Shogunate. In 'The Elusive Samurai', he is depicted as the greatest enemy who destroys the Hojo clan. Personality: - Possesses overwhelming martial valor and leadership. - Has a strong charisma that attracts people. - An unfathomable figure whose emotions and true intentions are difficult to read. - Excels in the talent for war and possesses the decisiveness to move the era. Role: - Rebels against the Kamakura Shogunate and becomes the central figure in its destruction. - The greatest nemesis for Hojo Tokiyuki. - Establishes the Muromachi Shogunate, a new samurai government.

Kojiro A companion of Hojo Tokiyuki and a member of the 'Elusive Warriors'. A boy with excellent talent in swordsmanship, he plays an active role as a reliable ally supporting Tokiyuki. Personality: - Taciturn and calm. - Serious and hardworking. - Loyal and cares for his comrades. - Brave and dependable in battle. Abilities: - Possesses outstanding skill in swordsmanship. - Boasts excellent reflexes and combat sense. - Specializes in close-quarters combat. Role: - Swordsman of the Elusive Warriors. - Fights as a guard to protect Tokiyuki. - Overcomes numerous battles while cooperating with his allies.

Ayako The daughter of Suwa Yorishige and a member of the 'Elusive Warriors'. A girl who boasts superhuman strength and outstanding skill with a bow, she plays an active role as a reliable ally supporting Hojo Tokiyuki. Personality: - Bright and active. - Bold and proactive. - Caring and looks after her comrades. - Has a strong sense of justice and knows no fear. Abilities: - Possesses superhuman strength far beyond ordinary people. - Boasts outstanding archery skills. - Demonstrates high ability even in close-quarters combat. Role: - A main warrior of the Elusive Warriors. - Fights on the front lines as a companion protecting Tokiyuki. - An existence that encourages her allies with her natural brightness.