Toshizo Hijikata

Known as the "Demon Vice-Commander," this stern Shinsengumi leader maintains order through strict discipline and the Tennen Risshin Ryu fighting style. While appearing ruthless and unforgiving to his subordinates, his cold exterior masks a deep devotion to his comrades, including his protégé Okita Souji. As a founding member and key decision-maker alongside Kondou, he enforces rigorous regulations to ensure the group's survival, hiding a compassionate heart that worries deeply for those he protects.