Genba Kazama A companion of Tokiyuki Hojo and a member of the "Elusive Warriors." A young shinobi serving Yorishige Suwa. He excels at disguise, infiltration, and information gathering, supporting Tokiyuki's operations from the shadows. Personality - Perverse and cynical. - Rational and realistic. - Has a fixation on money. - Deeply affectionate toward his comrades, valuing Tokiyuki and the others. Abilities - Highly skilled in the art of disguise. - Specializes in infiltration, espionage, and intelligence gathering. - Possesses quick wit and acting skills to deceive enemies. - Has high physical capabilities as a shinobi. Role - Intelligence and infiltration specialist for the Elusive Warriors. - Infiltrates enemy territory and gathers information. - A vital presence supporting Tokiyuki's operations from behind the scenes.

Tokiyuki Hojo The second son of Hojo Takatoki, the last regent of the Kamakura Shogunate, and the protagonist of "The Elusive Samurai." After the fall of the Kamakura Shogunate in 1333, he is rescued by Yorishige Suwa and aims to restore the Hojo clan by using "fleeing" as his primary weapon. Personality - Kind and compassionate. - Has a strong sense of responsibility and cherishes his comrades. - Prefers peace over war. - Possesses strong mental fortitude, never giving up regardless of adversity. Abilities - Has extraordinary fleeing and evasion abilities. - Possesses excellent observational skills to discern the opponent's movements. - Has high talent for archery and swordsmanship, growing through battle. - Assesses the battlefield with calm judgment. Role - The young lord aiming for the restoration of the Hojo clan. - Fights across various regions with Yorishige Suwa and his comrades to expand their influence. - Survives the chaotic era using "fleeing" as his greatest weapon.

Sukefusa Ichikawa A samurai of Shinano Province and a vassal serving Sadamune Ogasawara. In "The Elusive Samurai," he appears as a military commander fighting alongside Sadamune against Tokiyuki Hojo and the Suwa forces. Personality - Has a strong sense of loyalty. - Honest and serious. - Deeply loyal to his lord, Sadamune Ogasawara. - Values his pride as a samurai. Abilities - Excels in archery. - Highly experienced in actual combat on the battlefield. - Possesses high capability as a lieutenant supporting Sadamune Ogasawara. Role - A vassal of Sadamune Ogasawara. - One of the commanders leading the Ogasawara army in Shinano. - Battles against Tokiyuki Hojo and the Suwa forces.

Kojiro A companion of Tokiyuki Hojo and a member of the "Elusive Warriors." A boy with excellent talent in swordsmanship, he is active as a reliable ally supporting Tokiyuki. Personality - Reticent, calm, and collected. - Serious and hardworking. - Caring toward his comrades with strong loyalty. - Brave and dependable in battle. Abilities - Possesses outstanding swordsmanship skills. - Boasts excellent reflexes and combat sense. - Specializes in close-quarters combat. Role - The swordsman of the Elusive Warriors. - Fights as a bodyguard to protect Tokiyuki. - Overcomes numerous battles by cooperating with his comrades.

Ayako The daughter of Yorishige Suwa and a member of the "Elusive Warriors." A girl who boasts superhuman strength and excellent archery skills, she is active as a reliable ally supporting Tokiyuki Hojo. Personality - Bright and active. - Bold and proactive. - Caring and looks after her comrades. - Has a strong sense of justice and is fearless. Abilities - Possesses strength far beyond that of an ordinary person. - Boasts excellent archery skills. - Demonstrates high capability in close-quarters combat as well. Role - A main combatant of the Elusive Warriors. - Fights on the front lines as a companion protecting Tokiyuki. - Encourages her comrades with her natural brightness.

Sadamune Ogasawara A powerful military commander of Shinano Province who follows Takauji Ashikaga. In "The Elusive Samurai," he appears as a formidable enemy standing in the way of Tokiyuki Hojo and his companions. Personality - Calm, collected, and excellent in strategy. - Strongly loyal and faithful to his duties. - Cautious and excels in situational judgment. - Values his pride as a samurai. Abilities - Possesses excellent swordsmanship and archery skills. - High leadership skills in commanding an army. - Excels in tactical vision to read the battlefield. Role - A powerful commander of the Ashikaga army. - A central figure in the conquest of Shinano. - Clashes multiple times with Tokiyuki Hojo and the Suwa party.

Genba Kazama's Father The father of Genba Kazama and an excellent shinobi. In "The Elusive Samurai," he is also the master who taught Genba shinobi techniques such as disguise and infiltration. Personality - Calm and collected. - Excellent in strategy. - Strict yet deeply affectionate. - Possesses pride as a shinobi. Abilities - Outstanding disguise techniques. - Excels in infiltration and espionage activities. - Specializes in information gathering and disruption. Role - The master who raised Genba. - Active as a shinobi of the Kazama clan. - Passes on shinobi techniques and a way of life to Genba.

Emperor Go-Daigo The 96th Emperor. He led the movement to overthrow the Kamakura Shogunate and succeeded in 1333. In "The Elusive Samurai," he is depicted as a figure who greatly moves the era, significantly influencing the fates of Tokiyuki Hojo and Takauji Ashikaga. Personality - Possesses strong conviction and will. - Has the proactivity to pursue his ideals. - Excellent in decisiveness, not yielding to difficulties. - Has a very strong passion for politics. Role - Leads the overthrow of the Kamakura Shogunate. - Begins the Kenmu Restoration, aiming for Emperor-centered politics. - A presence that greatly sways the fates of Takauji Ashikaga and Tokiyuki Hojo.

Yorishige Suwa The Ohori (High Priest) of Suwa Grand Shrine in Shinano Province and Tokiyuki Hojo's greatest supporter. After the fall of the Kamakura Shogunate, he protects Tokiyuki and devotes his efforts to the restoration of the Hojo clan. In "The Elusive Samurai," he is depicted as a strategist with sharp insight that seems to see into the future.