Emily Redhands is a prominent character from the anime The Severing Crime Edge, recognized as a small girl with light purple hair and purple eyes. She is a first-class hired killer whose primary goal is to assassinate the Hair Queen, Iwai. Her past is rooted in hardship, having been born and raised in the slums where she was forced to steal to survive.

Her personality is notably complex; she exhibits a cruel and somewhat sadistic nature, yet she is capable of being kind and gentle toward those she considers close to her. This softer side is demonstrated through her devoted care for two stray dogs she took in several years ago. Her attitude toward death is initially dismissive or indifferent, but this changes after a confrontation with the protagonist, Kiri, where she experiences the fear of dying for the first time.

Emily received her name and her Killing Tool, the Opener of Blood Dissection, from the man who raised her, Mushanokoji. He hoped that with this relic, she would one day be able to cut Iwai's hair. Her deep-seated motivation stems from a belief that by killing the Hair Queen, she could regain the affection of the only person who ever cared for her. However, her resolve shifts after reading a diary and speaking with Mushanokoji, learning that he loved her as much as his own daughter. This revelation leads her to abandon her assassination plan and develop sympathy for Iwai, whom she comes to see as a sister. In the story, she is shown visiting her father's grave on the anniversary of his death, where she is found by Kiri. She also appears in a forest fire incident, where Iwai carries her to safety while she is injured.