Midare Tōshirō is a tantō, or short sword, forged by the renowned smith Awataguchi Yoshimitsu. He belongs to the Toushirou brothers, a large group of blades from the same workshop. His name is derived from the irregular hamon, or blade pattern, which is a rare feature among Yoshimitsu's surviving works; this uniqueness is reflected in his appearance, which sets him apart from his brothers. In the anime Zoku Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru, Midare is depicted with a feminine appearance, often wearing a dress as his combat attire, yet he is unequivocally male, as are all touken danshi. His personality is cheerful and friendly, and he tends to be playful and teasing in his interactions. Despite this lighthearted exterior, he occasionally displays a sharp, dangerous look in his eyes, hinting at a more intense side. Midare is motivated by a desire to protect his master, the Saniwa, and to understand the nature of humans. A key storyline involves him meeting his previous historical owner, Hosokawa Katsumoto, which leads him to recognize that humans are flawed. This realization causes him to worry that the Saniwa might also become flawed, prompting him to undergo a change in perspective after returning to the citadel. Within the narrative of the series, Midare serves as a supporting character, contributing to the daily life and battles of the citadel. His relationships are centered on his fellow Toushirou brothers, particularly his older brother figure Ichigo Hitofuri, as well as other Awataguchi blades. He is also known to interact with other sword warriors in the citadel. In terms of development, his encounter with his past master deepens his understanding of imperfection and strengthens his bond with the current master. As for abilities, Midare is a short sword, which means he excels in speed and mobility on the battlefield, but his overall combat stats are average among his weapon type. He is capable of performing a special attack known as a critical strike when his health is low, and his agility makes him effective in reconnaissance and swift strikes. His name, appearance, and occasional intense gaze all tie back to the distinctive, turbulent hamon of the real sword, embodying the idea of "chaos" or "disorder" that his name implies.