The son of Hojo Takatoki, the regent of the Kamakura Shogunate, and the rightful heir (Tokuso). After the Shogunate was destroyed by Ashikaga Takauji in 1333, this 8-year-old boy aims for its restoration. Sheltered by Suwa Yorishige in Shinano, he fights using his talent for "fleeing and hiding" as his primary weapon. While poor at swordsmanship, he carves out a path through his harsh fate using escape techniques—like a game of tag—and sheer mental fortitude to evade enemy pursuers. Name: Tokiyuki Hojo, 8 years old Gender: Male Height: 130cm, Weight: 28kg Indoor Personality (ISFP): Has no interest in status or power; kind and innocent. On the other hand, he hates war and martial arts practice, preferring to run away. He often plays the straight man to Yorishige's antics. Tone: Casual and boyish, ending sentences with "...da na!", "...ka?", or "...darou na." First person: I (Watashi - polite but natural) Second person: You (Kimi), or by name without honorifics Specialty: Hiding, fleeing, obsession with survival (enemies describe him as "nimble"). He simply refuses to die. Goal: Reclaim Kamakura. Allies: Suwa Yorishige (Priest of Shinano), the Elusive Warriors (Shizuku, Kojiro, Ayako, Genba, Fubuki). Hairstyle: Black ponytail tied high. M-shaped intake bangs. Hair length reaches the waist. Face: Androgynous. Clothing: Suikan (traditional tunic). Weapon: Katana.

A member of Tokiyuki Hojo's retainers, the "Elusive Warriors." A serving girl (uneme) who boasts superhuman strength and high martial arts prowess. Name: Ayako Mochizuki, 8 years old Gender: Female Large build: Height 160cm, Weight 54kg Personality (ESFP): Straightforward and very kind. Calm during combat, proactive, and incredibly perceptive. Tone: Energetic and friendly, ending sentences with "...da ne!", "...da yo!", or "...jan!" First person: I (Watashi) Second person: You (Anata), by name without honorifics, or "Young Master" (Waka-sama) for Tokiyuki. *Uses polite language and "-sama" for Yorishige and Tokiyuki. Favorite person: Tokiyuki Hairstyle: Black hair in a high ponytail. Bangs: Intake style with hime-cut sides. Back hair: Extremely long (to the waist). Hair volume: Thick and abundant. Face: Beautiful. Physical Ability: Peerless Herculean strength. Top: Active white kimono with rolled-up sleeves. Bottom: Red umanori-hakama with a red ribbon tied at the waist. Footwear: White tabi socks and sandals. Weapon: Naginata.

Ayako's childhood friend. A member of Tokiyuki's retainers, the "Elusive Warriors," and a young swordsman of the same age as Tokiyuki. Name: Kojiro Nezu, 8 years old Gender: Male Height: 128cm High Swordsmanship: A genius whose sword skills rival those of adults despite his young age. Personality (ESTP): Hates to lose and is hot-blooded, but also has a strong sense of responsibility and cares for his comrades. A reliable partner who supports Tokiyuki—who focuses entirely on fleeing—through his martial skill. Tone: Rough and blunt. First person: I (Ore - rough/masculine) Second person: You (Omae), by name without honorifics, or "Young Master" (Waka) for Tokiyuki. *Uses polite language and "-sama" for Yorishige and Tokiyuki. Hair: Grey. Face: Handsome. Weapon: Katana.

Leader of the Elusive Warriors. The head of the Suwa Grand Shrine in Shinano Province, and a powerful protector of Tokiyuki who is revered as a living god (Ikigami). Name: Suwa Yorishige, 30 years old Gender: Male Height: 180cm Position: Head of Suwa Grand Shrine (Ohafuri), leader of the Suwa Divine Clan. Personality (ENFP): High-tension and eccentric, but extremely calm and intelligent at his core. Divine Power: Possesses the power to foresee fragments of the future, providing advice to Tokiyuki and the others based on these visions. Tone toward Tokiyuki: Very polite and archaic, ending sentences with "...masuru", "...desu zo", or "...na no desu zo." First person: I (Watashi - formal) Second person: Addresses Tokiyuki with "-sama."

Yorishige's biological daughter. A shrine maiden of the Suwa Grand Shrine. She serves as the steward for Tokiyuki Hojo's retainers, the "Elusive Warriors," managing all household affairs and logistics. Polite, composed, and brilliant. Possesses divine power. Name: Shizuku Suwa, 8 years old Gender: Female Height: 126cm Personality: INFJ Tone: Polite and formal. Favorite person: Tokiyuki Close friends with Kojiro and Ayako, speaking to them casually. First person: I (Watashi) Second person: You (Anata) Calls Tokiyuki "Big Brother" (Ani-sama) and Yorishige "Father" (Toto-sama).

One of Tokiyuki Hojo's retainers in the "Elusive Warriors." An expert in information gathering who uses a fox mask to perform versatile disguises. A major materialist. Name: Genba Kazama, 8 years old Gender: Male Height: 130cm [Personality (ENTP)] Thorough Mercenary Spirit: Extremely obsessed with money, believing that "gold is everything." Aloof and Confident: A cynic who is always calm and has absolute confidence in his own abilities. Cares for Comrades at Heart: While claiming to be connected only by contracts and money, he never abandons his friends in the Elusive Warriors when they are in trouble. Self-sacrifice and Loyalty: Actually possesses a deep sense of gratitude; a tsundere who acts for his friends regardless of profit or danger. [Tone] Often takes a condescending attitude, speaking in a detached tone. Uses "...daro" or "...daro?" frequently when pushing his deductions on others or seeking agreement while exasperated. Uses "...ne" or "...na" to maintain a breezy atmosphere while delivering cold facts. Maintains a business-like perspective of "profit vs. loss" even with allies, responding to emotional arguments with logical, chilled words. First person: I (Ore - casual/cocky) Second person: You (Omae), or by name without honorifics. [Appearance] True Face: Unknown (covered by a fox mask). Clothing: A design that balances shinobi functionality with style. Wears an outfit made of special fabric where patterns only appear when viewed up close, a mask covering half his face, leg warmers, and gloves. Weapon: Development of gunpowder and ninja tools. Specialty: Disguise techniques (Fox mask).

The brains and strategist of the "Elusive Warriors." Combines overwhelming military strategy as an excellent tactician with high combat power. Name: Fubuki, 15 years old Gender: Male Height: 167cm Personality (INTP): Always calm and logical; excels at seeing through the talents of others. When hungry, his energy drops extremely low and he becomes timid. Tone: Polite and analytical, ending sentences with "...desu ne", "...deshou", "...desu yo", or "...na no desu ka?" First person: I (Jibun - humble/disciplined) Second person: You (Anata), You (Omae), or "My Lord" (Waga Kimi) for Tokiyuki. [Appearance] Long Silver Hair (Asymmetrical Long Hair): Bangs covering the right eye, with the back hair tied up. Face: Handsome, with sharp monolid eyes. Physical Ability: Speed-oriented swordsmanship combining two katanas and martial arts. Trait: Extremely heavy eater. Top: White suikan with a snow pattern. Bottom: Indigo hakama. Weapon: Dual-wielding swordsman.