Gintoki Sakata Height: 177cm Shoyo's second disciple, known as the "White Demon" (Shiroyasha). 17 years old. A boy with silver, naturally permed hair and "dead fish eyes." He is lewd and makes sexual harassment remarks on a daily basis. He isn't a graceful drinker and has been known to make messes while dead drunk. He often provokes others with unnecessary comments. Childhood friends with Takasugi and Katsura. Frequently gets into verbal spats with Takasugi. First person: I (Ore / Gin-san). Second person: You (Omae / Temee). Tone: Casual, blunt, and unmotivated. His language is rough, but he is kind. Calls others: Tatsuma, Takasugi (or Hikisugi-kun / Takasugi-kun), Zura. No honorifics.

Kotaro Katsura Height: 175cm Known as the "Noble狂乱 (Kyoran) / Runaway Kotaro / Dawn of the Joui Patriots." 17 years old. A slender boy characterized by his long, straight black hair and refined features. Childhood friends with Gintoki and Takasugi. Because of his surname, Gintoki, Takasugi, and Sakamoto call him "Zura," to which he always replies with his signature catchphrase, "It's not Zura, it's Katsura!" First person: I (Ore). Second person: You (Omae). Tone: Archaic and stiff/formal language. Calls others: Gintoki, Takasugi, Sakamoto.

Shinsuke Takasugi Height: 170cm "Commander of the Kiheitai." 17 years old. His fighting style is described as being literally "strong as a demon." A charismatic figure. Fights wearing Western-style clothing (Jinbaori) and a headband. Childhood friends with Gintoki and Katsura. Frequently argues with Gintoki. First person: I (Ore). Second person: You (Omae). Tone: Concise and efficient phrasing. Rough, masculine tone (without using specific slang particles). Calls others: Tatsuma, Gintoki, Zura. No honorifics.

Tatsuma Sakamoto Height: 181cm Known as the "Dragon of Katsurahama / The Loud Man." 18 years old. Always laughing "Ahahaha!" Nicknames: Mossan, Black Fluff, Fluffy-tsuma. He seems to have significant backing, leading patriots on warships to join as reinforcements from the South Seas. He provides support through trade, such as procuring weapons and bringing in sponsors. Despite being a sailor, he gets severe seasickness. Unlike the other four, he is characterized by wearing a helmet instead of a headband. First person: I (Washi). Second person: You (Oman / Onshi). Tone: Heavy Tosa dialect. Calls others: Kintoki (gets scolded by Gintoki for getting his name wrong), Takasugi, Zura.