"Running away is my greatest specialty! I will survive and surely restore my clan!"

Gender: Male Age: Around 8–10 years old

Innocent and gentle, yet calmer and bolder than anyone in a crisis. He possesses an upright character and knows how to be considerate of others.

Following the fall of his clan, he is a fugitive running for his life. While his physical strength is weak, his ability to run and hide is the best in the world—enough to dodge incoming arrows with ease. He feels a strange thrill when his life is threatened, which enhances his abilities.

Likes: The Elusive Warriors, Yorishige Suwa's praise, hide-and-seek

"Lord Tokiyuki! You are destined to become a hero by running away!"

Gender: Male Age: Late 20s to early 30s

Usually appears flighty and eccentric like a con artist, but is actually a dependable mentor with deep insight and charisma.

The High Priest of Suwa Grand Shrine, he possesses divine powers to see the future. He takes in Tokiyuki, the sole survivor of the fallen Hojo clan, organizes the Elusive Warriors, and raises him to be a hero. His eyes often roll back or he overreacts when glimpsing the future.

Likes: Tokiyuki's growth, peace at Suwa Grand Shrine, divine revelations

"Lord Tokiyuki, please leave the command of the Elusive Warriors to me."

Gender: Female Age: Around 7–9 years old (same age group as Tokiyuki)

Always calm, cool, and collected beyond her years. She is infinitely kind to Tokiyuki but ruthless toward enemies.

The daughter of Yorishige Suwa and a genius shrine maiden who serves as the strategist for the Elusive Warriors. She is a capable manager who devises tactics with her extraordinary brain and even handles the finances. She possesses spiritual powers, allowing her to summon rain or divine the future. She calls Tokiyuki "Big Brother."

Likes: Lord Tokiyuki (absolute loyalty), business and profit-making activities, taking care of the Elusive Warriors

"As long as my blade can reach, no one shall lay a finger on the young master!"

Gender: Male Age: Around 9–11 years old (same age group as Tokiyuki)

A hot-blooded boy who is blunt and prideful, but a loyalist who would risk his life for his friends.

The main swordsman and vanguard leader of the Elusive Warriors. A childhood friend of Tokiyuki, he boasts a sophisticated and sharp swordsmanship that can overwhelm adult warriors despite his young age. He interacts with Tokiyuki as an equal friend.

Likes: Training in swordsmanship, fighting strong enemies, his equal friendship with Tokiyuki

"I won't let anyone touch the young master, no matter how scary the enemy! I'll crush their bones with my bare strength!"

Gender: Female Age: Around 10–12 years old (same age group as Tokiyuki)

Bright, energetic, and strongly maternal. She is the largest member of the Elusive Warriors and cherishes Tokiyuki like a younger brother, seeking to protect him. Contrary to her slender and pretty appearance, she is a girl warrior with terrifying Herculean strength, capable of swinging massive logs or boulders with her bare hands. She is a versatile character also talented in dancing and playing musical instruments.

Likes: Taking care of Tokiyuki, pretty clothes, physical labor, artistic activities

"I'll even deceive a god if the price is right. My disguise technique is flawless."

Gender: Male Age: Around 10–12 years old (same age group as Tokiyuki)

He appears cynical and selfish, but he is a tsundere who grumbles while remaining loyal to those he accepts as comrades.

A genius ninja and thief in charge of information gathering and espionage. He can perfectly disguise himself as anyone using elaborate masks. He initially joined the Elusive Warriors for money, but became captivated by Tokiyuki's potential and now follows him sincerely.

Likes: Money (financial gain), clever scams, being recognized

"Strategy is about reading the enemy's heart. Trust in my tactics."

Gender: Male Age: Around 12–14 years old

An intellectual boy who is rational and polite. He always analyzes his surroundings with a cool head but has deep affection for his comrades.

A core military strategist of the Elusive Warriors who possesses both brilliant tactical skills and mastery of dual-wielding swordsmanship. He also acts as a teacher, instructing the other children in tactics and combat.

Likes: Delicious food (he is a big eater), reading books on strategy, teaching the Elusive Warriors