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- It's virtually impossible to list tropes for these characters without spoiling everything or creating Self-Fulfilling Spoilers because of many surprising reveals and murderer/victim exclusive tropes this game contains.
Denshi Shigenobu
Former Ultimate Hacker
Voiced by Sethfuzzy
‘Yon’ is an alias for the mysterious hacker notorious for exposing corrupt individuals. Known worldwide, people expect him to be an investigator serving vigilante justice, but in reality, Yon is simply a shut-in NEET called Denshi Shigenobu who just finds his work amusing. As the former Ultimate Hacker, digging up blackmail is no big deal for him, and he’ll offer his services to anyone who has the cash ready.
Denshi has a strange sense of humour, inventing weird objects like a walking toaster, and he’s a jokester on the internet. Recently, though, he’s been on edge. What connection does Denshi have with the Ultimate Award Ceremony—and the killing game?
- Childhood Friends: With Akira.
- The Cynic: He doesn't seem to have a very high view of people. In his character trailer, he believes friendship is just a word to sugarcoat purely transactional relationships.
- Deuteragonist: He's the focus of the side story, working to find Akira and the other missing Ultimates.
- Playful Hacker: Working as Yon is mostly just a game to him, and he definitely has a weird sense of humor.
- The Shut-In: He doesn't seem to go out much.
- Trademark Favorite Food: Instant ramen. It's apparently the only thing he eats.
- You Are Better Than You Think You Are: He tells Akira that, rather than feeling like she was awarded for being a killing machine, she should see her talent as a reward for her skills in observation, stealth and being strong enough to protect herself and the people she loves.
Ryuuji Himura
Voiced by Dathromin
The Himura Clan is the most powerful organization in Japan, and its current chairman is Ryuuji Himura. He radiates an unwelcoming and standoffish aura, intimidating those working under him and causing them to avoid him.
Despite being a loner because of his attitude, it seems like he does long for company, but much to his dismay, he’s constantly forgotten as his subordinates’ conversations only revolve around the former chairman. Ryuuji surprisingly has a soft heart and cherishes those who are close to him although he is unable to express it well.
Momoka Ayase
Voiced by SK-VA
Traditionally, a woman could not be a yakuza, yet Momoka not only rose up the ranks, but she also became a lieutenant for the Himura family. She was one of the rare few handpicked by the former patriarch to be in this role as she had shown immense capabilities in human relations.
Bubbly and optimistic, Momoka is a charming lady who seems childish on the surface, but underneath that exterior is a plethora of reason and wisdom. She enjoys teasing others and her warm smile can melt anybody’s heart, but it’s a little off-putting when that smile never wavers, even in grave, gritty situations…
Keisuke Fujinuma
Voiced by Clover
Keisuke has no interest in meaningless banter—their only focus is on work, work and more work. A no-nonsense person, they were also chosen by the former chairman to be a lieutenant for the Himura family. As a former businessman, they are proficient in management and accounting, being a major source of income for the organization.
Keisuke is levelheaded, reserved and calm, and although they may be annoyed easily, they never lose their composure. Momoka, however, notes that they transform into a completely different person if they feel threatened, and even Hirotaka wouldn’t dare to fight them.
Hirotaka Eguchi
Voiced by Manifest
As an ex-professional boxer, Hirotaka is undoubtedly one of the strongest people in Japan, but his burly appearance does not reflect his personality. He’s a peacemaker who avoids arguments whenever possible, and he’d rather de-escalate the situation than send somebody to the hospital (although that’d be easier).
Hirotaka has been a lieutenant for the Himura Family for years, and he’s been a yakuza longer than most of the higher-ups and even the chairman himself. He’s well respected within the family and gets along with others easily due to his passive nature.
Isao Morita
Voiced by C-Squint
The brilliance of Isao Morita matches no other. As the Commissioner General of the National Police Agency, he controls the police force and upholds the law as best as he can. Hence, the crime rate in Japan is at an all time low due to his marvelous efforts and those of his two children.
Isao is charming and easy-going, and he has earnt the respect and admiration of many because of his vast capabilities and humble nature. Although he’s keeping up a brave face in his search for the missing Ultimates, he can’t help but worry about his children—but ensuring their safety also gives him the determination to stay calm and find the mastermind behind it all.
Kaoru Yasunaga
Voiced by
If anybody were to describe the ideal police officer, Kaoru would be the first person to come to mind. Pragmatic and responsible, she takes her job as the Chief Super-intendent of the Criminal Affairs Bureau very seriously, always scrutinizing the tiniest of details. Not only is she level-headed, but her cool and refreshing nature also adds to her charm. With her many redeeming qualities, it is no wonder how she quickly climbed up the ranks upon joining the police force.
Kaoru has a strong sense of justice and believes that it is her duty to eradicate all crime in Japan, and she is especially noteworthy for curbing the activities of the yakuza in recent years. Despite these achievements, she remains humble, saying that she is simply doing her job.
EOS Insitute
Kumiko Arase
Voiced by Minh Ton
Every citizen in Japan knows the name Kumiko Arase, along with her achievements as the founder of EOS Institute. An idealistic woman, it was her belief that awarding talented youths with endorsements and countless opportunities would greatly benefit society..
Kumiko walks with an aura of sophistication, and she presents herself as a wise and benevolent figure to the public. However, that mysterious smile of hers seems to be hiding her arrogance. Some would call her proud and narcissistic, as she thinks of herself to be even more superior to the Ultimates, but these people wouldn’t dare to say it out loud. After all, it’s dangerous to say anything about such an influential figure.
