Shimaru Saitou

Shimaru Saitou is the lone survivor of the Shinsengumi’s third unit after a treasonous purge decimated his ranks. As a silent captain, his presence often intimidates those around him, and his lack of speech leads to frequent misunderstandings. In reality, he possesses an extreme, almost naive level of trust, most clearly seen in his friendship with the deceptive Katsura. He communicates exclusively through writing, punctuating every sentence with a "Z" to signify his constant state of sleep.