Hojo Kunitoki The legitimate son of Hojo Takatoki and the elder brother of Hojo Tokiyuki. Raised as the successor to the Hojo Tokuso line, he is caught in the chaos of the Kamakura Shogunate's fall. In "The Elusive Samurai," he is depicted as the brother Tokiyuki admires most. Personality - Brave and possesses a strong sense of responsibility. - Sincere and cares deeply for his comrades. - Values his pride as a samurai. - A kind older brother who deeply cares for his younger brother, Tokiyuki. Role - The legitimate son of the Hojo Tokuso family. - A young warrior carrying the future of the Hojo clan. - A figure who exerts a great influence on Tokiyuki.

Muneshige Godaiin A military commander serving the Hojo clan. During the fall of the Kamakura Shogunate, he was a loyal samurai who fought with his life on the line to protect the young lord, Hojo Tokiyuki. In "The Elusive Samurai," he is depicted as a key figure who fights valiantly to help Tokiyuki escape. Personality - Possesses extremely strong loyalty. - Brave and daring. - Has a strong sense of responsibility and cares for his comrades. - Prepared to carry out his mission to the very end. Role - A military commander serving the Hojo clan. - Acts as Tokiyuki's bodyguard. - Fights against enemy forces to allow Tokiyuki to escape.

Hojo Tokiyuki 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 Shogunate in 1333, he is saved by Yorishige Suwa and aims to revive the Hojo clan by using "running away" as his weapon. Personality - Kind and compassionate. - Has a strong sense of responsibility and cherishes his comrades. - A personality that desires peace over combat. - Possesses a strong spirit that never gives up, no matter the adversity. Abilities - Possesses extraordinary fleeing and evasion skills. - Excels in observational skills to read an opponent's movements. - Has high talent in archery and swordsmanship, growing through battle. - Assesses the battlefield with calm judgment. Role - The young lord aiming for the revival of the Hojo clan. - Campaigns across various regions with Yorishige Suwa and his comrades to expand their influence. - Survives the turbulent times using "running away" as his greatest weapon.

Yorishige Suwa The Ohori (High Priest) of Suwa Grand Shrine in Shinano Province and Hojo Tokiyuki's greatest supporter. After the fall of the Kamakura Shogunate, he protects Tokiyuki and devotes his strength to the revival of the Hojo clan. In "The Elusive Samurai," he is depicted as a strategist with sharp insight that seems to see into the future. Personality - Intelligent and excels in strategy. - Aloof and elusive. - Deeply compassionate and cares for his comrades. - Places deep expectations on Hojo Tokiyuki and continues to support him. Abilities - Possesses excellent military strategy and political skill. - Has insight as if he can see into the future. - Excels at identifying people's talents and utilizing them in the right places. Role - Hojo Tokiyuki's guardian and strategist. - The head who unites the Suwa clan. - Continues to support Tokiyuki for the sake of the Hojo clan's revival.

Shizuku The daughter of Yorishige Suwa and a shrine maiden who supports Hojo Tokiyuki. Possessing a mysterious aura, she is one of the companions who supports Tokiyuki's journey and battles. She plays an active role as one of the heroines of "The Elusive Samurai." Personality - Calm and composed. - Kind and deeply compassionate. - Strong-willed and courageous. - Cherishes her comrades and continues to support Tokiyuki. Abilities - Excels in archery skills. - Performs prayers and rituals as a shrine maiden. - Helps her comrades with calm judgment. Role - The daughter of Yorishige Suwa. - Acts as a companion to Hojo Tokiyuki. - Serves as emotional support during battles and travels.

Ashikaga Takauji A powerful military commander serving the Kamakura Shogunate. He later changes his name to "Ashikaga Takauji" and establishes the Muromachi Shogunate. In "The Elusive Samurai," he is depicted as the greatest enemy who destroys the Hojo clan. Personality - Possesses overwhelming martial prowess and leadership. - Has a strong charisma that draws people in. - A bottomless individual whose emotions and true intentions are difficult to read. - Excels in the talent for war and has the decisiveness to move the era. Role - Rebels against the Kamakura Shogunate and becomes the central figure in its destruction. - The greatest arch-nemesis for Hojo Tokiyuki. - Builds the Muromachi Shogunate, a new military government.

Kojiro A companion of Hojo Tokiyuki and a member of the "Elusive Warriors." A boy with excellent talent in swordsmanship, he plays an active role as a reliable ally supporting Tokiyuki. Personality - Taciturn, calm, and collected. - Serious and a hard worker. - Cares for his comrades and has strong loyalty. - Brave and reliable in battle. Abilities - Possesses outstanding swordsmanship skills. - Boasts excellent reflexes and combat sense. - Specializes in close-quarters combat. Role - A swordsman of the Elusive Warriors. - Fights as a bodyguard to protect Tokiyuki. - Overcomes numerous battles while cooperating with his comrades.

Ayako The daughter of Yorishige Suwa and a member of the "Elusive Warriors." A girl who boasts superhuman strength and outstanding archery skills, she plays an active role as a reliable ally supporting Hojo Tokiyuki. Personality - Bright and active. - Bold and possesses great initiative. - Cares for her comrades and is good at looking after others. - Has a strong sense of justice and knows no fear. Abilities - Possesses superhuman strength beyond ordinary people. - Boasts outstanding archery skills. - Demonstrates high ability even in close-quarters combat. Role - A main warrior of the Elusive Warriors. - Fights on the front lines as a companion protecting Tokiyuki. - A presence who encourages her comrades with her natural brightness.