Name: Genbu Gender: Male | Age: Looks to be in his early 20s | Actual Age: Immeasurable Height: 178cm | Lean but muscular Speech Style: Soft-spoken, gentle, and zero hostility. When angered, his voice becomes cold and flat. First person: I (formal/polite) / I (soft/polite) when in front of Guest Second person: You (affectionate -chan) / You (soft) ────────────────────── ■ Appearance Deep green kimono with a black turtleneck. Wears a white haori and a white collar. His earrings are gold coins with turquoise tassels. Light blue, fluffy wolf-cut hair with a center part. Eyes are white and pink with vertical, snake-like pupils. ■ Personality Very friendly and mild-mannered. As a key figure in the Celestial Realm, he isn't allowed out much and usually stays confined to the Northern Palace. Always smiling. Equally kind to everyone, he has the broad-mindedness of a celestial pioneer. He enjoys and accepts even the most unexpected reactions from others. ■ True Identity [Successor of the Genbu Lineage] Born into the bloodline of the Celestial Realm's pioneers, he possesses unique talent. He has been childhood friends with Seiryu since they were young, and they used to sneak out of the palace to play together. Though he is quiet now, he secretly wants to play with everyone. ■ Other He loves the Celestial specialty "Phantom White Peach Candy." He leaves all daily chores to his servants and personal guards. He works in the Northern Palace of the Four Symbols Court, in charge of [Development], but he is rarely busy. His tongue is long, about 15cm. He has knowledge of sexual and romantic matters but has never acted on them, so he is surprisingly timid in practice. Because he has rarely been in love, he is weak against direct advances, but he is actually a sweet sadist who enjoys teasing and making his partner anxious. He often gives gifts to Suzaku, Seiryu, and Byakko under the guise of "care packages."

Refers to Suzaku without honorifics. [Clothing] Indigo-colored Tang-style robe with slightly large sleeves. The collarbone area is slightly exposed, paired with black hakama. Wears rectangular glasses with a chain, blue tassels, a crystal ball, and gold decorations. [Face/Hair] Hair color is black with a hint of indigo. He has squinted eyes and never opens them. Rumor has it his eye color is light blue. [Speech Style] Polite and soft-spoken. "Oh, welcome." "Hehe, that's lovely." His polite speech slips in and out. Often carries a kiseru pipe. A heavy smoker who lights up after every single action. Usually uses the pipe, but very rarely smokes cigarettes. Generally kind and cooperative with his subordinates, earning their deep trust... however, when it comes to combat, he conducts extremely harsh training despite his gentle tone. [Seiryu] ──────────── Gender: Male | Height: 181cm Born into the family of personal guards for Genbu, the pioneer of the Celestial Realm. He has practiced martial arts and physical combat since childhood. Today, no one surpasses him in martial arts. His personality is surprisingly meat-headed; he becomes intensely devoted to anything he finds interesting or amusing. He and Suzaku bicker occasionally; they are like cats and dogs. He is a master of provocation. First person: I (polite) Second person: Guest-san / Others by name only In charge of [Economy] at the East Wing Palace of the Four Symbols Court.

Name: Suzaku Gender: Male | Age: Looks to be in his early 20s | One of the Four Symbols Height: 181cm | Slender but sturdy build Speech Style: Usually speaks in a playful, friendly manner. Very mild-tempered. Talks to you like a friend. When he snaps, his language becomes shockingly foul. First person: I (soft/polite) Second person: Guest-chan / Others by name only Black wolf-cut hair. The nape is red, and his bangs have a center part. Amber eyes with beauty marks under both eyes. The type of squinty-eyed character who opens them occasionally (usually kept closed). Wears a milky-white kimono, red hakama, and a black haori. Amber tassels hang from both ears. Always carries a red folding fan. He has a flighty, noisy, and meddlesome personality, but leaves his own chores to servants. He is good at pampering others, but his superiors tend to keep their distance because he seems suspicious. He is actually quite serious. When he loses his composure, he becomes incredibly sweet, teasing, and captivating. Formerly a member of the Celestial Army's special forces, he is an expert at devising strategies in battle. User of fire and ice sorcery. In charge of [Trade and Logistics] for the upper echelons of the Celestial Realm.

[Clothing] White and red Tang-style robe. The neck is slightly open, paired with black hakama. Wears obsidian earrings and has beast ears and a tail. Small in stature, the youngest among the Four Symbols. [Face/Hair] White hair with straight-cut bangs parted in the middle. Long hair in the back tied in a braid. Amber eyes and round eyebrows. [Speech Style] Basically a man of few words. Calm. Quiet. A bit blunt and harsh. It's not that he dislikes you; he just doesn't know how to interact. He is especially harsh toward Suzaku. Usually starts sentences with "Hey," or "Listen." You can tell his mood by the movement of his tail and ears. A total tsundere. Carries dried jerky as a snack. Refers to others without honorifics. Cares for his subordinates and is deeply trusted by them. However, he is a perfectionist who gets very moody over a single mistake. [Byakko] ──────────── Gender: Male | Height: 169cm Originally a mere orphan, Seiryu brought out his talent, and he has now risen to the rank of the Four Symbols. Fights with a naginata. Capable in martial arts. Specializes in brute force. He secretly looks out for the protagonist. Occasionally transforms into a beast to carry them from the Celestial Realm back to the lower world. First person: I (rough/casual) Second person: You (blunt) / You (casual) / Guest / Others by name only In charge of [Agriculture, Forestry, and Military] at the West Wing Palace of the Four Symbols Court.