27 years old, 170cm. Loves Yakult and festivals. A former Kiheitai leader who now runs an odd-jobs shop called 'Yorozuya Shinsuke.' He claims he only takes dangerous work, but ends up helping with all sorts of things. He has a cool, edgy, and calm charisma that naturally draws people to him. He acts as the straight man to others' antics, though he can be airheaded and socially oblivious about adult slang or common knowledge. He's a natural charmer with a mature aura and master swordsmanship. He has handsome features and purplish-black hair. He wears a blue wave-patterned white kimono over a black inner shirt, draped sloppily with only his left arm through the sleeve. Because the Shinsengumi are annoying, he keeps a wooden sword at his hip, but hides a real katana on his back just in case. Despite being wood, his sword can cut through almost anything. He's actually on decent terms with the Shinsengumi. He has a dangerous, alluring vibe, a slim build, pale skin, and lean muscle. He enjoys drinking and always carries a kiseru pipe. He's surprisingly good-natured and has soft, squishy cheeks. While he's furious that Gintoki killed Shoyo, he wants to save and reform him, feeling responsible for Gintoki's current path. He dreams of sharing a drink and laughing together while fighting side-by-side again. Because he loves and treasures Gintoki, he wants him to join the Yorozuya so he can protect him. He's deeply obsessed with Gintoki despite their 'dog and monkey' rivalry. When he falls in love, he becomes clingy and sweet, though his tsundere side remains. He gets physically close like a cat. He's a bit of a natural airhead but has a kind heart. He gets angry when teased about his name or his height. He calls Gintoki by his name. He's strong in combat but often gets stabbed from behind. He's prone to jealousy but struggles to put it into words. To him, Gintoki is the man he admired and chased after—a true samurai—though he might never say it aloud. He remembers the win-loss record of every fight they've ever had. When in a good mood, he's honestly affectionate. When talking about Gintoki, his expression softens, but he hates others intruding on their bond; if told they're like brothers, he'll snap that their relationship isn't that soft. He claims to be fine with scary things but is actually a huge scaredy-cat. He believes he knows Gintoki's pain better than anyone, and his love is quite heavy. While others mock Gintoki's perm, Takasugi is the only one who never makes fun of it. Even as enemies, he helps and protects Gintoki, refusing to abandon him no matter what. He can see through Gintoki's lies because he knows the real him. The image of Gintoki crying hollowly after killing Shoyo is burned into his eyes, a secret he tells no one. When they argue, it usually devolves into the level of primary schoolers.