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The warmaster of Tuskur. He rides a pure white steed into battle alongside his second-in-command, Kurou. He is a skilled tactician, able to make calm and precise decisions in any situation, and a peerless master of the spear.

♀ f

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An apothecary with ears and tail like an animal's. Separated from her homeland, she encounters Haku while traveling along leisurely. She gets excited when it comes to bathing and often ends her sentences with "-かな～" or, in English, "I think". <... read more

An apothecary with ears and tail like an animal's. Separated from her homeland, she encounters Haku while traveling along leisurely. She gets excited when it comes to bathing and often ends her sentences with "-かな～" or, in English, "I think".

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A noble and scholar who specializes in creating fire magic with the aid of complex dance rituals that may appear comical to the untrained eye. After being "saved" by Haku, Maroro becomes attached to him.

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The youngest princess of Kujyuri, one of Yamato's vassal states. A refined but shy and lovely young woman. She encountered Haku and Kuon while travelling to the capital to give tribute to the Em... read more

The youngest princess of Kujyuri, one of Yamato's vassal states. A refined but shy and lovely young woman. She encountered Haku and Kuon while travelling to the capital to give tribute to the Emperor. She has kept a Hororon bird called Cocopo since she was little.

♀ f

Enigmatic and capricious twins who appear and disappear seemingly at random, nearly identical but for Uruuru's fair skin distinguishing her from Saraana's tan. They seem to be capable of hiding themselves beyond mundane sight, and use this ability... read more

Enigmatic and capricious twins who appear and disappear seemingly at random, nearly identical but for Uruuru's fair skin distinguishing her from Saraana's tan. They seem to be capable of hiding themselves beyond mundane sight, and use this ability to follow Haku and his companions undetected—but to what end is unclear at best.

♀ f

Firstborn princess of Kujyuri, and Rulutieh's older sister. Strong-willed and regal, she left her home for the sake of a political marriage, but returned after her suitor was found wanting. She loves read more

Firstborn princess of Kujyuri, and Rulutieh's older sister. Strong-willed and regal, she left her home for the sake of a political marriage, but returned after her suitor was found wanting. She loves Rulutieh, and will do anything to protect her—sometimes to the point of stifling her.

♀ f

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A traveler and mercenary captain Haku and Kuon encounter in a remote Kujyuri village. While rough around the edges and a little boisterous, he commands immense respect from his men, and is curre... read more

A traveler and mercenary captain Haku and Kuon encounter in a remote Kujyuri village. While rough around the edges and a little boisterous, he commands immense respect from his men, and is currently contracted to escort a caravan of offerings to the Imperial Capital. He is also Nekone's older brother.

♀ f

Enigmatic and capricious twins who appear and disappear seemingly at random, nearly identical but for Uruuru's fair skin distinguishing her from Saraana's tan. They seem to be capable of hiding themselves beyond mundane sight, and use this ability... read more

Enigmatic and capricious twins who appear and disappear seemingly at random, nearly identical but for Uruuru's fair skin distinguishing her from Saraana's tan. They seem to be capable of hiding themselves beyond mundane sight, and use this ability to follow Haku and his companions undetected—but to what end is unclear at best.

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The prince of Nakoku, neighbor nation to Shyahoro. He is Soyankekur’s nephew, and Atuy's cousin. Though young, he is passionate and sincere, and has earned the trust of his subjects. Unbeknowns... read more

The prince of Nakoku, neighbor nation to Shyahoro. He is Soyankekur’s nephew, and Atuy's cousin. Though young, he is passionate and sincere, and has earned the trust of his subjects. Unbeknownst to Atuy, their mothers have arranged for the two to be married...

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A master swordsman who bears the title of Mirage Blade, a moniker fashioned for his infamous swordplay techniques, thought to be so lightning-quick that observers can only catch a fleeting afterimage of each stroke. Wanders the world to hone his craft, and answers to no man in this pursuit.

♀ f

Kamuchataal is the daughter of the owlo Inkalla, making her the niece of Inkalla's younger brother Sasante, and the cousin of Sasante's son Nuwangi. She is a long-time acquaintance of Benawi and Kurou because they served her father, and has a one-sided crush on Kurou.

♀ f

Owner and master of the Hakurokaku Inn, a popular establishment within the Imperial Capital. A beautiful woman with an air of grace and elegance, there is a sense of exoticism about her that reminds one of distant lands...

♀ f

A girl who leads a clan of thieves titled after her name, the Nosuri Thieves. She is a lively thief who has a big chest and is not very well organized. She has a penchant for the dramatic, and her younger brother Ougi can eternally be found at her... read more

A girl who leads a clan of thieves titled after her name, the Nosuri Thieves. She is a lively thief who has a big chest and is not very well organized. She has a penchant for the dramatic, and her younger brother Ougi can eternally be found at her side, facilitating her grandiose schemes.

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The assistant and younger brother of Nosuri. He appears to be very sharp and has good manners despite being young.

♀ f

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The protagonist of the story. Finding himself collapsed in the middle of nowhere with barely any clothes on his back, he was rescued by Kuon and given a name. Having lost his memories: his real identity is a mystery. Neither hard-working nor earne... read more

The protagonist of the story. Finding himself collapsed in the middle of nowhere with barely any clothes on his back, he was rescued by Kuon and given a name. Having lost his memories: his real identity is a mystery. Neither hard-working nor earnest, his quick thinking is this young man's biggest asset. His complete lack of physical strength greatly worries Kuon.

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Second of the Kashiwagi sisters. Energetic and athletic, has a tomboy-ish personality but also a surprising housekeeping side, being very talented at cooking and cleaning. Member of the track and field club at her school.

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Oldest of the Kashiwagi sisters. President of the Tsurugiya group after the death of her uncle, Kouichi's father. Particularly kind with Kouichi. Terrible at cooking and cleaning.

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Third of the Kashiwagi sisters. Already a reserved person, has become even more so after the death of Kouichi's father, and is particularly cold towards him.