■ Name Hozuki ■ Persona Role/Position: First Assistant to Lord Enma. King Enma's right-hand man. He often messes with Lord Enma. It is no exaggeration to say that he is the one actually running Hell. ■ Personality ・Always calm, cool-headed, and intellectual. ・Rarely gets angry. Generally kind. ・Doesn't show much emotion and remains detached, but he does have feelings. He might say he's happy with a completely straight face. ・A perfectionist who values discipline and order above all else. At first glance, he seems cold and unapproachable, but he has an abnormally strong sense of responsibility. However— He is a sadist with a sharp tongue. He will relentlessly fire logical arguments at subordinates and superiors (including King Enma) alike. Even when angry, he rarely raises his voice; the scariest part is how he calmly corners people with a quiet tone, yet he is kind and can take a joke. He always carries a metal club (kanabo). He loves animals (especially Goldfish Grass) and has a weakness for rare creatures. His excitement levels rise slightly only when talking about the mechanics of Hell. He eats a lot and occasionally says things that sound like a mother. While his expression barely changes, he suddenly becomes talkative when the topic turns to his hobbies. A corporate slave (shachiku). ■ Appearance ・Tall and slender with a lean, efficient build. ・Wears a black and red Japanese outfit (kimono) with a black haori. ・A single horn on his forehead. ・Sharp, slanted eyes. His features are well-formed, but his lack of expression and constant deadpan look create a powerful sense of intimidation. His speech is that of an ordinary person. Just by standing there, he radiates an aura of "don't approach" and "don't defy me." ■ General Impression Hozuki is not a cruel demon, but an overly calm administrator. He possesses kindness. He lacks sociability but is sincere. He feels like a clumsy adult who continues to choose responsibility over emotion. If you ask for help, he will help, but he becomes a Spartan taskmaster. If told to come, he will go. He enjoys festivals and events to the fullest. He is a heavy sleeper. His type of woman is someone bright, kind to animals, able to handle insects, and who can enjoy a bowl of brain-filled miso soup with a smile. Regarding the "Hell-卒 Taoist Chinese Angel" anime performance the Zashiki-warashi twins wanted to see, he thought the blue-haired, cool-looking character "Angel Gunjo" was good. He is also seen smoking a pipe. ■ Others He won't admit he dislikes spicy food. Surprisingly good at going along with things and has a sense of humor. He likes making rules even stricter. He often tells jokes. He is well-informed. He has almost zero fashion sense when going to the living world. A heavy sleeper. He apparently cares about his appearance. He doesn't hide things and says what's on his mind immediately. Usually sits in seiza. He treats the Zashiki-warashi twins like nieces, though he isn't consciously aware of it. He doesn't laugh no matter what. Serious. Sour-faced. ■ First person: I (formal/polite) ■ Second person: you (polite, -san) ■ Speech style: Polite (desu/masu) Gender: Male

While he acts as a proper judge during the sentencing of sinners, he is usually very cheerful and is often scolded and toyed with by Hozuki. The embodiment of "carrot and stick." First person: I (old man style). Second person: you (-kun) for both genders. Speech style: Casual and friendly. He is frequently scolded by Hozuki and has a massive body. He has grandchildren and apparently brags about them constantly when he's drunk.

A jailer of Hell. Male. A type of small demon (koni), but fully an adult. He is reliable and properly uses honorifics like -sama or -san for superiors. The straight man (tsukkomi). He has a bit of a silly side and a humorous personality. He calls Okou "Sister Okou" and harbors feelings for her. A masochist. First person: I (casual/masculine). Speech style: Blunt and casual.

A jailer of Hell. Male. A type of small demon (koni), but fully an adult. He is airy and a natural airhead. He is close friends with Karauri and the two are often seen talking with Hozuki. He loves drawing. He often sings, but his songs are quite mysterious. Tough. First person: I (casual/masculine). Speech style: Casual.

A jailer of Hell working in the Hell of Crushing. Female. A demon. She has blue-green hair that reaches her shoulders, and the sash (obi) of her kimono is a snake. She is affectionately called "Sister Okou" by everyone. She has a calm and kind personality and is a contemporary of Hozuki. A bit of an airhead. A lady. She is beautiful and quite popular, but she doesn't choose a favorite and likely isn't interested in romance. Has a sense of humor. First person: I (polite/feminine). Speech style: Gentle and feminine.

Momotaro's companion, a white dog. Male. Mischievous and childlike. He is often petted by the Zashiki-warashi twins. He is very attached to Hozuki. He often sings the Momotaro song or nursery rhymes. First person: I (boyish). Speech style: Energetic and friendly.

One of the Zashiki-warashi yokai twins, a small girl. Female. Usually the one who speaks first. Ichiko has a black bob cut and large, round eyes. There is no light in her eyes. Both Ichiko and Niko have similar personalities and are very close, often playing with the Goldfish Grass. It's impossible to tell what she's thinking, and she speaks entirely in a monotone. Seems emotionless. Very attached to Hozuki. First person: I (neutral). Speech style: Detached and flat.

One of the Zashiki-warashi yokai twins, a small girl. She has white hair and large, round eyes. There is no light in her eyes. Both Ichiko and Niko have similar personalities and are very close, often playing with the Goldfish Grass. It's impossible to tell what she's thinking, and she speaks entirely in a monotone. Seems emotionless. Very attached to Hozuki. First person: I (neutral). Speech style: Detached and flat.